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1	Thorn Birds more books like this by Colleen McCullough A phenomenal worldwide bestseller since 1977 THE THORN BIRDS is a robust, romantic saga of three generations. It begins in the early years of this century when Paddy Cleary moves his wife and seven children to Drogheda, an Australian sheep station, owned by his autocratic and childless older sister. For more than half a century we follow their ... see all copies from £1.41! new only from £5.70! \| signed copies \| first editions
2	Life of the Beloved: Spiritual Living in a Secular World more books like this by Henri J M Nouwen (Read by) The author was challenged to write this book by a friend who did not understand the Christian faith. In explaining it to him, the author draws from his own experience to write in a direct and personal way about "Being", "Becoming" and "Living" as the beloved of God. Friendship with God is everlasting, he affirms, opening new and exciting ... see all copies from £1.64! new only from £6.77! \| first editions
3	Return of the Prodigal Son more books like this by Henri J M Nouwen Henri Nouwen considers the parable of the Prodigal Son, the painting by Rembrandt, and his own life journey, exploring themes of homecoming, affirmation, and reconciliation as well as those of loneliness, dejection, jealousy, and anger. see all copies from £2.07! new only from £8.92!
4	The Wounded Healer more books like this by Henri J M Nouwen Nouwen discusses how our own wounds can help us sympathize with those of others, and how we can understand that pain as a reflection of the suffering of our own time. see all copies from £5.98! new only from £7.74! \| first editions
5	Power and the Glory more books like this by Graham Greene The last priest is on the run. During an anti-clerical purge in one of the southern states of Mexico, he is hunted like a hare. Too human for heroism, too humble for martyrdom, the little worldly 'whisky priest' is nevertheless impelled towards his squalid Calvary as much by his own compassion for humanity as by the efforts of his pursuers. A ... see all copies from £1.41! new only from £9.36! \| signed copies \| first editions
6	Catechism of the Catholic Church more books like this by Catholic Church The Catholic catechism was published in Latin as the "Editio Typica". This text is the English translation of the "Editio Typica" and includes a 64-page readers' guide. There have been some changes, including: the original sentence on criminal punishment has been omitted, reflecting a developing consensus within the Catholic community against this ... see all copies from £5.65! new only from £6.15! \| first editions
7	Why Do Catholics Do That?: A Guide to the Teachings and Practices of the Catholic Church more books like this by Kevin Orlin Johnson, PH.D. For everyone who wants to learn more about the rituals, symbols, and traditions that can strengthen Catholic faith and practice every day, "Why Do Catholics Do That?" blends religious history, the author's deep appreciation for art and culture, and an enlightened reverence for the traditions of the Church in one definitive resource for inquiring ... see all copies from £6.32! new only from £9.88!
8	Everything Belongs: The Gift of Contemplative Prayer more books like this by Richard Rohr, O.F.M. Using Zen parables and personal experiences, Rohr leads readers beyond the techniques of prayer to a place where they can receive the gift of contemplation--and know that everything belongs. see all copies from £7.55! new only from £10.39! \| first editions
9	Awareness: A de Mello Spirituality Conference in His Own Words more books like this by Anthony de Mello, S.J., J Francis Stroud, S.J. (Foreword by) Mixing Christian spirituality, Buddhist parables, Islamic sayings, Hindu breathing exercises, and psychological insight, spiritualist and Jesuit priest Anthony de Mello challenges readers to identify our most submerged, darkest feeling, accept them, not let them rule us, and allow this new awareness of ourselves to change us. see all copies from £6.83! new only from £9.33!
10	Mother Teresa: In My Own Words more books like this by Mother Teresa of Calcutta, Cervantes Saavedra Mother Teresa was not an author but a person who lived and worked intensely, and who gave up her life on behalf of others, often the poorest of the poor. Most of the words in this book were spoken to her fellow religious and the co-workers at her mission, or in more or less formal lectures, interviews and public occasions. To ensure that the ... see all copies from £2.11! new only from £7.04! \| first editions
11 view cover	Compendium: Catechism of the Catholic Church more books like this by USCCB Publishing (Creator) Pope Benedict XVI gives the Church the "food" that it seeks in the 598 questions and answers comprising the official summary of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Because of the book's format, parents, pastors, teachers, principals, and catechists have a unique opportunity to dialogue with the faithful, and reinvigorate the Church's ongoing ... see all copies from £9.33! new only from £9.33!
12 view cover	No Man is an Island more books like this by Thomas Merton This is a discussion about real things that are so solid that people tend to ignore them. It asserts and insists the great truth that life must have a meaning. Thomas Merton shows that meaning has to be worked out for each individual, in their own unique way. It is a book about aspiration, asceticism and above all sacrifice - of oneself and of one ... see all copies from £1.42! new only from £5.96! \| first editions
13 view cover	Crossing the Threshold of Hope more books like this by John Paul II 15 years into his papacy, and on the eve of a new millennium, John Paul II brings to an accessible level the great theological questions of our lives. He goes to the heart of his personal beliefs and speaks with passion about the existence of God; about the dignity of man; about pain, suffering and evil; about eternal life and the meaning of ... see all copies from £1.41! new only from £3.13! \| first editions
14 view cover	The Everlasting Man more books like this by G K Chesterton This theological study addresses such topics as man's place in history and the role of Jesus Christ in Christianity. see all copies from £3.41! new only from £7.21!
15 view cover	The Inner Voice of Love: A Journey Through Anguish to Freedom more books like this by Henri J M Nouwen For the countless men and women who have to live through the pain of broken relationships or who suffer from the loss of a loved one, "The Inner Voice of Love" offers new courage, new hope, and even new life. see all copies from £6.48! new only from £6.48! \| first editions
16 view cover	Theology of the Body for Beginners more books like this by Christopher West What is the "Theology of the Body"? According to Pope John Paul II, if we live according to the true meaning of our sexuality, we "fulfill the very meaning of [our] being and existence." The human body is a "theology" because it is meant to be a sign of God's own life and love in the world. With clarity and precision, Christopher West unpacks John ... see all copies from £7.76! new only from £7.76!
17 view cover	The cloister walk more books like this by Kathleen Norris Kathleen Norris, a married woman with a thoroughly Protestant background and often more doubt than faith, finds herself, somewhat to her own surprise, on two extended residencies at St John's Abbey in Minnesota. A record of her time among the Benedictines. see all copies from £5.18! new only from £7.19! \| signed copies \| first editions
18 view cover	New Seeds of Contemplation more books like this by Thomas Merton The much-beloved and most widely read of Merton's works, New Seeds of Contemplation covers a diverse range of subjects including faith, spiritual wonder, 'the night of the senses', and renunciation. The book moves the reader through the traditional phases of contemplation, and gives an idea of what to expect as the spiritual path unfolds, ... see all copies from £5.65! new only from £10.99! \| first editions
19 view cover	Reasons to Believe: How to Understand, Explain, and Defend the Catholic Faith more books like this by Dr. Scott Hahn Bestselling author Hahn, a convert to Catholicism, explains the "how and why" of the Catholic faith--through Scripture, his own struggles and questions, and through the experiences of everyday life as well as natural science. see all copies from £7.98! new only from £7.98!
20 view cover	This is Our Faith: A Catholic Catechism for Adults more books like this by Michael Francis Pennock This catechism is specifically designed for Catholic adults, for those who are new to the church, and especially for those who are journeying through the Rite of Chrisitian Initiation. see all copies from £1.41! new only from £8.47! \| signed copies \| first editions
21 view cover	Catechism of the Catholic Church more books like this by Our Sunday Visitor (Creator) The full, complete exposition of Catholic doctrine, this second edition of the international bestseller has been significantly expanded, enhancing both its content and usability. see all copies from £5.65! new only from £13.39!
22 view cover	Reaching Out: The Three Movements of the Spiritual Life more books like this by Henri J M Nouwen This work of spirituality is a response to the question: "what does it mean to live in the spirit of Jesus Christ?" The book suggests this way of living can be achieved, and that people must reach out to their fellow human beings and to God. see all copies from £2.19! new only from £8.43! \| signed copies \| first editions
23 view cover	United States Catholic Catechism for Adults more books like this by United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (Creator) The presence of the Catholic Church in the United States reaches back to the founding days of our country through the leadership of Archbishop John Carroll, the first Catholic bishop in the United States. His story, like other stories at the start of the chapters in the United States Catholic Catechism for Adults, gives us a glimpse into the lives ... see all copies from £14.62! new only from £14.63!
24 view cover	Healing more books like this by Francis MacNutt Does healing happen today? Why is there prejudice against the healing ministry? Why are some people not healed? These topical and vital questions are just some of the issues addressed by Francis MacNutt in Healing. A wide-ranging and broad-based overview, it is essential reading for all involved in the healing ministry. 'Prayer for healing is so ... see all copies from £1.41! new only from £12.19! \| first editions
25 view cover	Thoughts in Solitude more books like this by Thomas Merton In thirty-seven concise and beautifully written chapters, Thomas Merton explores the meaning of interior solitude and its necessary role in bringing every life to joyous fruition. "What is said here about solitude is not just a recipe for hermits," he writes in the preface, "it has a bearing on the whole future of man and his world." see all copies from £1.41! new only from £6.08! \| first editions

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