Book Suggestions
Lent with Friends
Study Ideas/ Reading List
- Habits for Holiness: Small Steps for Making Big Spiritual Progress by Fr. Mark Mary Ames (Ascension)
- Walking with Mary: A Biblical Journey from Nazareth to the Cross by Edward Sri (Ascension)
- Mere Christianity by CS Lewis
- Walk in Her Sandals: Experiencing Christ's Passion Through the Eyes of Women by Kelly Wahlquist (Ave Maria)
- Jesus Guide my Life: reflections for the Lenten Journey by Joyce Rugg (Ave Maria)
Faith with Friends
Study Ideas/ Reading List
- The Reed of God by Caryll Houselander - Reflections of Mary as an instrument of God. Not a 'story,' but reflections on the life of Mary as the one that was open to God's plan. Good for any group
- Praying the Rosary like Never Before by Edward Sri - Find biblical reflections on the twenty mysteries of the rosary that provide practical insights to help you not only understandthe twenty mysteries but also live Good for any group
- Joseph, the Man Who Raised Jesus by Gary Caster - provides a unique, in-depth presentation of Joseph from the perspective of the evangelical counsels and the theological and cardinal virtues. Good for men’s groups or any group.
- Keep your Kids Catholic by Marc Cardaronella - This practical guide gives parents what they need to create a faith-nurturing environment at home. Good for parent groups, mom groups or dad groups.
- The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman - When you learn to understand and speak your spouse’s love language, you will be able to effectively express your love and truly feel loved in return. Good for engaged & married couples
- The Grace of Yes by Lisa Hendey - In The Grace of Yes, Hendey shares eight spiritual virtues that have allowed her--and will help you--live generously and joyously say yes to God. Good for women’s group