Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Bringing new life into the world is a profound miracle; but for some women, pregnancy itself isn’t easy.  To show our support, celebrate the blessing, and pamper our pregnant friends, we decided to offer a pregnancy giveaway during the month of November.

Last week, we shared Chapter Two of noted author Katherine Valentine’s newest inspirational novel.  Join us each Monday as we watch this incredible story unfold.

Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time

You guys know how much I love the work of Fr. Robert Barron and his Word on Fire ministry.  I thought that, leading up to Halloween this weekend, you might enjoy his take on the current vampire-mania dominating popular culture. 

Last week, we shared Chapter One of noted author Katherine Valentine’s newest inspirational novel.  Join us each Monday as we watch this incredible story unfold.

Fr. Andrew Gawrych, C.S.C. was ordained a priest in the Congregation of Holy Cross in 2008. He currently serves at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Phoenix, Arizona. He and Kevin Grove, C.S.C, edited the book The Cross, Our Only Hope: Daily Reflections in the Holy Cross Tradition.

We are thrilled to announce that on Monday, October 19, CatholicMom.com readers will have the first opportunity to read the brand new novel Sweet Dreams, by noted Catholic author and CatholicMom.com contributor Katherine Valentine.

When I received the review copy of author Sarah Dunant’s latest book, Sacred Hearts: A Novel, I found myself instantly captivated.  Set in an Italian convent in the 16th century, the book is suspenseful, full of amazing characters, and a fascinating look into the cloistered life. 

I hope you’ve had a chance to check out my friend and our CatholicMom.com Columnist Katherine Barron’s new podcast, The Catholic Book Club. 

Thanks to NCRegiser.com for sharing the great news about Scott Hahn’s newest book – a coloring book!  This article details the press release announcing Mr. Hahn’s partnership with icon artist David Clayton and Thomas More College.

You have to love the Daughters of St. Paul – they love books, they’re awesome with new media, and they are funny and cute! 

This morning, Fr. Leo Patalinghug — of Grace Before Meals and recent Food Network fame — cooked breakfast for me!  Actually, he cooked for over 200 guests, all local members of our Catholic Professional and Business Club. 

Our guest on this week’s podcast is Jim Merhaut, a marriage and family expert, award winning author and national speaker.  Jim is currently the President of Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center.

This week, in conjunction with Bezalel Books, I’m pleased to offer our readers the opportunity to win a terrific resource for teenage girls.

In an effort to help keep you abreast of the many great books that come across my desk for review, I’m going to try to revive a feature from my old blog sharing “What’s New on My Bookshelf This Week”. 

My Sister Alicia May

Sr. Mary Prudence Allen, R.S.M. is a member of the Religious Sisters of Mercy in Alma, Michigan. This week, we discuss her participation in the writing of The Foundations of Religious Life: Revisiting the Vision. 

Thanks to Regina Doman and author John Desjarlais for sharing the following press release about John’s latest book, Bleeder.

We are nearing that dreaded or perhaps welcomed time of year- BACK-TO-SCHOOL!