Catholic Spiritual Direction Catalog
 How to Pray the Rosary as a Pathway to Contemplation
by Kathryn Marcellino

• Learn to pray the rosary as it was meant to be prayed.
• Find out how praying the rosary can lead to highest form of prayer called contemplation.
• Includes a section to help meditate on all 20 mysteries

Book Review: "This rosary book contains Scripture passages and beautiful art to aid in meditation. The additional surprise is that it contains a great, concise catechesis on contemplative prayer. The book would be terrific for use in religious education and RCIA programs." – Lonnie Sorensen, OCDS.

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Some Recommended Books on Prayer and the Spiritual Life:
Prayer Primer by Fr. Thomas Dubay, a renowned teacher and writer on prayer and the spiritual life, presents a simple, profound and practical book on the most important of all human activities, communion with God.

From the Publisher
"Whether they recognize it or not, human beings universally experience a hunger for God. Prayer Primer responds to that need by showing readers how to develop a relationship with God through prayer. Author and spiritual director Dubay introduces beginners and refreshes experienced prayers with teaching about the why and how of prayer. He explains the nature of vocal prayer, meditation, contemplation, and liturgical prayer. In addition to helping readers get started praying, he deals with problems such as finding time to pray and answers frequently asked questions."
Fire Within by Fr. Thomas Dubay
Book Description
"This book is the fruit of Fr. Dubay's many years of study and experience in spiritual direction and in it he synthesizes the teachings on prayer of the two great doctors of the Church on prayer--St. John of the Cross and St. Teresa of Avila--and the teaching of Sacred Scripture. But the teaching that Fr. Dubay synthesized is not collected from Teresa and John for contemplatives alone. It is meant for every Christian and is based on the Gospel imperative of personal prayer and the call to holiness. All the major elements of these great teachers are ordered, commented on and put in the context of their scriptural foundations. Here is an outstanding book on prayer and the spiritual life written by one of the best spiritual directors and retreat masters of our time, and based on the writings of the Church's two greatest mystical doctors." (Amazon.com)
The Collected Works of St. Teresa of Avila, Volume 2
Contains Way of Perfection, Interior Castle, and Meditations on the Song of Songs.
Translated by Kieran Kavanaugh, OCD, and Otilio Rodriguez, OCD

"St. Teresa wrote The Way of Perfection at the request of her nuns. Throughout this work she teaches her nuns about prayer and also teaches us. Toward the end of her life, after she had experienced both the spiritual betrothal and spiritual marriage, Teresa wrote The Interior Castle, her own panoramic view of her relationship with God, from the lowest stages to the highest. Teresa here demonstrates her great gift for writing about that relationship and attracting us to explore the possibility of pursuing it. Along with these two classics, Volume Two also includes one of Teresa's minor works, her Meditations on the Song of Songs. Includes general and biblical index." (ICS Publications)
The Collected Works of St. Teresa of Avila, Volume 1
Contains The Book of Her Life (her autobiography), Spiritual Testimonies, and Soliloquies.
Translated by Kieran Kavanaugh, OCD, and Otilio Rodriguez, OCD

"This is the second edition of Volume One of The Collected Works of St. Teresa of Avila, first woman doctor of the church. Her autobiography contains many spiritual insights into the spiritual life." (ICS Publications)
Lectio Divina and the Practice of Teresian Prayer
By Sam Anthony Morello, OCD
" St. Teresa of Jesus is the Church's great teacher of prayer, and lectio divina, the ancient Christian approach to praying over the Scriptures, is among the Church's most venerable prayer methods. In this booklet, noted Carmelite retreat director Sam Anthony Morello shows how the tradition of lectio can assist us in following the Teresian way of prayer, and how in turn Teresa's insights and attitudes can enrich our contemporary practice of lectio." (ICS Publications)
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Seeking Spiritual Direction
by Fr. Thomas Dubay
Amazon Review:
"SEEKING SPIRITUAL DIRECTION is a thorough-goingly Roman Catholic book that may be surprisingly accessible to non-Catholic Evangelicals (like myself). Dubay fervently believes that contemplation (not voluntary "meditation" but divinely infused "contemplation") is the proper goal of every Christian, not just of an elite corps of mystics, but he is quite clear that the road to holiness is just as narrow as Jesus said it would be, and that few find it. He offers nothing like Spiritual Victory in 3 Easy Steps, but he does set out a notion of the spiritual life that is surprisingly orderly. From the Catholic tradition, he discerns that the Holy Spirit works in definite ways, and that spiritual direction involves helping the directee to remove impediments to the Spirit's work. I get the impression that Dubay is a humble person but knows his craft well and is entitled to confident judgments about these things. Reading his books gives me the strong feeling that there's more real "science" to this field than I would have supposed. Dubay believes that having a spiritual director is critical for growth in Christ, but he acknowledges that finding a spiritual director (especially one competent by Dubay's rigorous standards) can be very difficult."
The Collected Works of St. John of the Cross
"Included in The Collected Works are St. John's poetry, The Ascent of Mount Carmel, The Dark Night, The Spiritual Canticle, and The Living Flame of Love, as well as his letters and other counsels. There is a general introduction for the entire work and brief, enlightening introductions for each specific work, explaining theme and structure. Enhancing these are the new footnotes, glossary of terms, and index." (ICS Publications)
Deep Conversion / Deep Prayer
by Fr. Thomas Dubay
"Fr. Thomas Dubay, one of the most popular and respected retreat masters and spiritual directors in the USA... he responds to the call of both Pope John Paul II and Benedict XVI to priests to help believers and all spiritual seekers develop a deeper prayer life and union with God. As in his other popular writings, Dubay speaks in terms clear and readable, though profound and meditative. He gives an overview of the spiritual life and journey for anyone seeking to grow in the love of God and neighbor. An expert on the teachings and writings of the two great mystical doctors of prayer and the spiritual life, Teresa of Avila and John of the Cross, Dubay gives solid practical advice for a deepening moral and spiritual conversion, and a radical growth in holiness. Topics Covered in Depth: • The Radical Conversion • Relevance and Motivation • Conversion and Genuine Love • Degrees of Depth • Remarkable Resistance • Called to the Heights • Sure-fire Program" (Amazon)

Recommended books for learning more about the Catholic faith:

Recommended books by Catholic and/or Christian counselors to help us love others and ourselves in the best way possible:
Raising Your Child Not by Force but by Love
(Paperback)
by Sidney D. Craig (Author)
"Feelings play a crucial role in determining human behavior..."

This book is an older book that has withstood the test of time. It has a five star review on Amazon.com and I think it deserves it. To me, as a past child who was rebellious as a teen, and then later wanted to understand why, this book explained it perfectly. I adopted many of the principles of this book as a parent and now as a mother of five grown kids, I can say that even though I didn't do things perfectly that my children, for the most part anyway, turned out to be good teens and adults and didn't go through a really rebellious period that a lot of parents think is inevitable. Also most of them are still practicing Catholics. It is the best book I've ever read on child rearing. The principles in the book can also apply to husband and wife relationships.

Gregory Popcak, Catholic psychologist:
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For Better... Forever!
A Catholic Guide to Lifelong Marriage
by Greg Popcak
"If you're looking for a very practical, solidly Catholic , down-to-earth guide to marriage and/or raising children (i.e. Parenting with Grace...), Gregory Popcak's books are for you."
God Help Me! These People Are Driving Me Nuts
by Gregory K. Popcak

How can we get through a day filled with difficult people? How can we begin to answer the call to love others as God loves us? GOD HELP ME! THESE PEOPLE ARE DRIVING ME NUTS is a practical, humorous, and informative book that integrates cutting-edge psychology, case studies, and healing principles. Building on years of personal and professional experience, Popcak gives realistic strategies to help us assess, cultivate, and benefit from mature, peaceful relationships.

God Help Me! This Stress Is Driving Me Crazy
by Gregory K. Popcak

"Overcoming anxiety is more than a possible dream; it is a central tenet of Christian spirituality," writes Gregory Popcak, a professional counselor. In God Help Me! This Stress Is Driving Me Crazy: Finding Balance Through God's Grace, Popcak draws on psychology and Roman Catholic tradition to help readers who are struggling with worry and pain.

Drs. Cloud and Townsend, Christian counselors:
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 Boundaries
by Dr. Henry Cloud, Dr. John Townsend

In order to call themselves good Christians, many people have drawn overly flexible boundaries (unwilling to say no, always accommodating others' needs) or overly rigid boundaries (to the point of being righteous and judgmental). Psychologists and inspirational speakers Cloud and Townsend show readers how to set reasonable boundaries.
Boundaries with Kids
by Dr. Henry Cloud, Dr. John Townsend

What the Award-Winning Boundaries Has Done for Adult Relationships Boundaries with Kids Will Do for You and Your Children.
Boundaries in Marriage
by Dr. Henry Cloud, Dr. John Townsend

Learn when to say yes and when to say no--to your spouse and to others--to make the most of your marriage. Only when a husband and wife know and respect each other’s needs, choices, and freedom can they give themselves freely and lovingly to one another.

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