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Brought to you by Penguin. A must-have journal to guide you through Ramadan and deepen your individual connection to Allah for the year ahead. With inspiring reflections, practical exercises, powerful quotes and drawing from the spiritual wisdom of the Holy Qur'an and Sunnah, it offers an...

Great Saint Teresa, the Spanish Carmelite of the 16th century, captured the imagination of those seeking God in her own time and beyond. It’s no surprise that she was quickly canonized and, in 1970, became the first woman Doctor of the Church. In this edifying 12-lecture audio course, you’ll understand why her teachings remain transformational today.

The rarely heard sermons and reflective talks in this set attest to the depths of Thomas Merton’s brilliance. You’ll witness the evolution of Merton’s thought as he moved away from a narrow, cloistered mindset to an ecumenical and socially engaged outlook. This curated collection spans five years of his life and comprises four talks that showcase the themes close to Merton’s heart: the authentic Christian life, contemporary society, contemplation, Marxism, and the relationship of literature to religion.

Roughgarden rejects both junk science based on spurious metaphors and junk religion based on spurious theology. In their place, she offers an inspiring accommodation between thoughtful science and compassionate religion.

Karl Rahner was one of the most influential theologians of our time. He was an important contributor to the Second Vatican Council, a Jesuit priest, a prolific author, a formidable professor of theology, and a leading voice of ecumenical dialogue. But until now, few have experienced his profound and edifying spirituality. Now, Radical Grace: A Retreat with Karl Rahner introduces you to the remarkable spirituality behind his theology.

These sublime conferences invite you to reflect upon the ineffable mystery of Christ. As you enter into a profound experience of contemplation, you will deepen your life of faith. Your guide is award-winning retreat leader Fr. Robin Ryan. Under his guidance, you will enrich your daily life through the presence and action of Jesus. These nine conferences are carefully crafted and expertly delivered. Throughout each session, you will encounter Scripture, the wisdom of mystics, and the powerful insights of contemporary spiritual masters.

Basado en textos escritos por el mismo Papa Francisco, este audiolibro habla de cuál es el pensamiento del Papa en torno a temas y problemas centrales de nuestro mundo actual, como la familia, el amor, la educación, el miedo, la fe o las guerras. Es clara y contundente su denuncia del amor al dinero, del uso del nombre de Dios para justificar injusticias, de la explotación del hombre por el hombre, que nos hace percibir un cambio en el mensaje y papel de la iglesia católica ante los problemas de la humanidad.