Theology of the Body in Context
William E. May
Paperback, 176 pp., $16.95
Pauline Books & Media (2010)

The zenith of John Paul II’s thought on the human person, marriage, and the family is found in his “theology of the body.” William E. May provides a comprehensive, readable overview of this work in the context of other key writings of John Paul II, providing rich insights into the development of the theology of the body. May employs Dr. Michael Waldstein’s latest and complete translation of theology of the body: “Man and Woman He Created Them.” An accessible path through the theology of the body without reading the full text.

Praying the Way Jesus Prayed
Mark Link SJ
Paperback, 154 pp., $11.95
Loyola Press (October 2008)

One of the main reasons why people don’t pray—or don’t pray more often—is because they don’t know how to pray. In Praying the Way Jesus Prayed, Mark Link, SJ, simplifies and clarifies for everyone the process of how to pray. By looking closely at the example of Jesus, Fr. Link shows readers uncomfortable with praying how to pray effectively, and he shows those who already routinely engage in prayer how to pray in ways that lead to an even richer, deeper communication with God.

Blessed Art Thou: Mother, Lady, Mystic, Queen
Br. Michael O’Neill McGrath, OSFS
and Fr. Richard N. Fragomeni
Paperback, 104 pp., $24.95
World Library Publications (June 2007)

Enjoy vibrant contemporary art of the Virgin Mary by renowned artist, painter, and author Michael O’Neill McGrath, OSFS, of Washington D.C., along with prayers written by Richard Fragomeni, priest of the diocese of Albany, NY and associate professor of Word and Worship at Catholic Theological Union. Brother Mickey also contributes his own writings and reflection that inspired the creation of each of the individual works in the book. Mary is presented as an inclusive and unifying figure in an increasingly diverse church.

Canticle: Biblical Songs Illuminated
John Shea, G. E. Mullan
Hardcover, 92 pp., $29.95
World Library Publications (June 2009)

Song has been a part of our faith tradition for longer than there has been a written Bible. Experience these 20 canticles of joy, praise, and lament while renewing appreciation of scripture. Each is strikingly illuminated by G.E. Mullan and tied together with poetic reflections by master storyteller John Shea.

See Yourself Through God’s Eyes
Marie Paul Curley, FSP
Paperback, 192 pp., $9.95
Pauline Books & Media (2009)

Using meditations, Scripture passages, stories, and prayers, Sr. Marie Paul Curley offers a way to develop a personal relationship with God and to discover his unconditional love for us. Curley writes from her own experience, creating a guide to fostering healthy self-esteem and a sense of personal affirmation, for even the busiest reader. This book can also be used for women s prayer groups and parish gatherings. See Yourself Through God’s Eyes includes an index and an appendix of helpful resources.