 | The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming by Henri J. M. Nouwen
Buy new: $10.88 / Used from: $5.00 I have enjoyed numerous books by Henri Nouwen. This one is where my affection for him began. What I have found from talking with others is that this tale of his faith journey doesn't appeal to everyone but if you like it, it will resonate deeply.
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 | Mother Teresa: Come Be My Light - The Private Writings of the Saint of Calcutta by Mother Teresa
Buy new: $15.61 / Used from: $2.37 One of the most acclaimed saints of the 20th century, Mother Teresa's life in spiritual darkness is revealed. Reading this only made me admire her even more.
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 | The Lamb's Supper: The Mass as Heaven on Earth by Scott Hahn
Buy new: $14.93 / Used from: $8.23 Unlike Dr. Hahn, I have been a Catholic all my life. But I am so grateful the Lord brought him to our Church, because this book has helped me love the Mass more than ever.
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 | Spiritual Direction and Meditation by Thomas Merton
Buy new: $9.95 / Used from: $5.19 One of my few true heroes, Merton produced so much wonderful writing and reflection that it is difficult to name a favorite. I love to read and re-read especially his work relating to contemplative prayer. But I chose this one for my list because despite its brevity, it deeply yet simply addresses two important aspects of my faith life.
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 | The Imitation of Christ
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $8.98 One of the classics of Christian writing yet it still speaks to women and men of faith today. I humbly try to follow its direction.
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 | My Utmost for His Highest (OSWALD CHAMBERS LIBRARY) by Oswald Chambers
Buy new: $10.19 / Used from: $20.43 One of the most used books in my collection. I have read the daily devotional several times yet find it speaks to me deeply upon every reading, and it's uncanny how I find something new each time.
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 | Dark Night of the Soul by St. John of the Cross
Buy new: $11.95 / Used from: $14.49 This book changed the depth of my prayer life more than any other. And it has prompted me to daily ask St. John of the Cross to pray for me from his seat in heaven.
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 | The Story of a Soul (L'Histoire d'une Âme): The Autobiography of St. Therese of Lisieux by Therese Martin (of Lisieux)
Buy new: $13.41 / Used from: $12.73 Even small and seemingly insignificant people not only can be recognized as saintly but can have an immeasurable influence on the lives of God's people. I want to spend some time with St. Therese when I get to heaven, because I have a feeling she really knows how to praise God.
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 | Benedict's Way: An Ancient Monk's Insights for a Balanced Life by Lonni Collins Pratt
Buy new: $9.31 / Used from: $3.00 A part of me would like to be a monk. This book has helped me strive to pursue some of that lifestyle in the secular world.
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 | The Cloud of Unknowing (Harper Collins Spiritual Classics) by Harpercollins Spiritual Classics
Buy new: $9.59 / Used from: $4.81 This book is said to be "at the core of medieval mystical theology." No one knows its author, but I would like to thank him for introducing me to a timeless Christian mysticism that is accessible for anyone who wants to commit to getting to know God more intimately.
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 | Rich Mullins: A Devotional Biography: An Arrow Pointing to Heaven by James Bryan Smith
Buy new: $10.19 / Used from: $4.99 Perhaps this seems out of place on a list with so many time-tested Christian classics. But I still love the music of the late Rich Mullins and feel like I miss him every day since his death in 1997. This book, written by one of his friends, give you insight into Rich's life. It also gives you an indication that Rich had a mystical quality to his faith and a deep love of Jesus.
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