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Aug 24, 2023 11:11AM
I just this moment joined the group and am looking forward to reading and discussing some really great books with some fellow Catholics. I enjoy books by and about the Saints, theology, philosophy, Pontus Emeritus Benedict 16, all sorts.
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Hello Reader welcome to this group and i hope that you can read more books of Benedict XVI with us.
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Welcome to the group, Jonathan. Hopefully you've seen the selections for our next two BOTMs. Manuel has offered a digital copy of The Tartessian Crown, our September book - that is here: https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
Jonathan wrote: "I just this moment joined the group and am looking forward to reading and discussing some really great books with some fellow Catholics. I enjoy books by and about the Saints, theology, philosophy,..."Welcome, Jonathan! hope you enjoy your time here.... i know I do! :)
Hello Donna welcome to the Catholic Book Club.
And i am sorry Jonathan when i say welcome you were render for this reason i called render. I expect that you forgive me 🙏.
Hello! I'm an avid reader of Catholic books and a writer as well. While I've spent a few years writing Christian and Women's fiction with Catholic themes, I've taken a turn in my writing interests, focusing on Catholic topics. Farming and Homesteading with the Saints (non-fiction) was literally a title I received in Eucharistic adoration, and though I didn't know what it meant or would lead to at the time, the book was picked up by Loyola Press and recently published in July 2023. The thousands of hours of research for that book ignited my interest in certain saints in particular and as a shepherdess myself, I felt compelled to tell the story of St. Germaine Cousin (also a shepherdess). The book (a 65 page novella) is now live on Amazon. I get most of my inspiration from my life as a homesteader. We raise Valais Blacknose Sheep ("the cutest sheep in the world" -- that's no exaggeration), keep horses, and chase chickens with death wishes (really, they should stay closer to the coop). I also blog about my farming life and life as a shepherdess at allsaintsvalaisblacknosesheep.com ("Holy Sheep!"). I'd love to jump into some of these discussions and look forward to learning more about you and your faith-walk too! Blessings! ~Andie Andrews (Eisenberg).
Hello Andie welcome to The Catholic Book Club and i wait that you find that you look for here.
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There is still time to dive into this month's BOTM. If you send a PM to Manuel with the required details as noted here: https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/..., he will send you an electronic copy.
Our October BOTM is The Restless Flame: A Novel about Saint Augustine, by Louis de Wohl. It is quite excellent and I hope you will join us in reading and discussing it.
Fonch wrote: "Hello Andie welcome to The Catholic Book Club and i wait that you find that you look for here."Thank you!
Andie wrote: "Hello! I'm an avid reader of Catholic books and a writer as well. While I've spent a few years writing Christian and Women's fiction with Catholic themes, I've taken a turn in my writing interests,..."
John wrote: "Welcome, Andie. Out of curiosity, where is your homestead?We are in Middle TN. Transplants from NJ.
There is still time to dive into this month's BOTM. If you send a PM to Manuel with the required details as noted here: https://www.goodr..."
Good day everyone! Name's Eliasz, I'm 23 and my interest is to read, discuss and comprehand Scripture to deepen my understanding of Christianity.I'm not Christian myself, for that matters, but I'm not one of those atheistic folks who gets full Dawkins/sarcastic mode either. I respect beliefs of others, concept of faith is nothing to smirk about in my opinion.
Every decent folk out there who accepts European herritage should not avoid matters of religion because of their omnipresent influence on history, culture, demographics and many more. It's my herritage too after all.
Hello Mr. Eliasz thanks for following my advice and coming to Catholic Book Club if you want to read catholic books and to understand them this is the best group. Our moderators are wise John Seymour and The Professor Manuel Alfonseca who has a blog of science.
Welcome, Eliasz! You have great reasons for learning more about Christianity! This is a wonderful group -- I hope you enjoy it.
Welcome! We appreciate your openness to growing in understanding reality. God has made you for Himself, and you're not far from Him.
Eliasz wrote: "I respect beliefs of others, concept of faith is nothing to smirk about in my opinion."That's an excellent attitude to have. A mensa member, myself, the one thing i've found in life is that none of us know as much as we *think* we know. I am Catholic, and honestly, it's because I've found enough evidence to substantiate the reality of Catholicism as true. If you seek truth, you'll find it. I hope you enjoy your journey here!
Hello! My name is Sarah. I may not always actively participate, but I have been following the discussions and find them very enlightening. I hope to make more time for reading in the new year!
Hello Mrs. Pierzchala thanks for aceppting my request to become a a Catholic Book Club's member. I introduce to our wise moderators John Seymour and Manuel Alfonseca with this you can have in common. He loves and writes science fiction. I have the pleasure to meet you thanks that i am a lover of the Catholic World Report section The Best book that i have read this year. I also a big fan to Catholic World Report. Mr. Carl E. Olson and the other members are welcome to this group if they want to come to visit us in Goodreads. I will share my favorite list of books the 1st of january.
Fonch wrote: "Hello Mrs. Pierzchala thanks for aceppting my request to become a a Catholic Book Club's member. I introduce to our wise moderators John Seymour and Manuel Alfonseca with this you can have in commo..."Thank you for letting me know about the moderators' interest in science fiction! I think it is a valuable genre for exploring many important themes, topical and universal. I am glad to hear you enjoy Catholic World Report! I look forward to seeing your list!
The Day 1st of January you will have in the comments. There will be a book of the Professor Manuel Alfonseca i announced. Greetings to Mr. Olson and the rest.
Hello everybody!I'm Rinstinkt, which obviously isn't my real name. I'm not a Catholic, Christian, and I don't belong to any other religion or lesser spiritual organization. I don't call myself an atheist either.
I know English and Italian fluently, but my native language is Albanian.
I will try to read the January 2024 selected book, and will probably participate in the discussion.
Dear Rinstinkt welcome to the Catholic Book Club and i hope that here you find the answers that you look for.
Hi. Author Brian Niemeier (MA theology, FUS) here. Thanks for the invite!
Thanks for accepting the invitation for becoming member of The Catholic Book Club I hope that you are fine here 🤗
Hi everyone, thanks for accepting me in the group. I am currently 24, living in Ireland, studying a degree in philosophy and history and will later be studying theology. I am interested in reading anything Catholic. I like to read many different topics, instead of focusing on one area. I pray that this group brings us all closer to Christ and to everlasting life with him.
Hello Finn Welcome to the Catholic Book Club and i hope that you find a lot of good books.
Hello! My name is Sarah, and I am 21 years old from America! I have been searching for a catholic book club for a while, so I am delighted to see that this one is active! Thank you for having me!
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Welcome to the Club, Sarah. We look forward to your joining us. Our February BOTM is The Diary of a Country Priest, by Georges Bernanos. I hope you are able to join us in reading and discussing it.
John wrote: "Welcome members!This thread is for any members who would like to introduce themselves to the group. Please tell us a little something about yourself and what Catholic books or authors you would e..."
John wrote: "Welcome members!
This thread is for any members who would like to introduce themselves to the group. Please tell us a little something about yourself and what Catholic books or authors you would e..."
Hi John,
My name is Christopher Reed. I just joined GoodReads, and am avid reader of Catholic non-fiction. I'm currently reading Bear Wozniak's new book, and will be reading He Leadeth Me next week.
I also just published, "Sacred Conversations: How God Wants us to Communicate" with Sophia Institute Press, if anyone would like to have a conversation or jump on a zoom call sometime and have a conversation about the need for more grace-filled dialogue in today's culture. Lots of free resources on Oursacredconversations.com
Looking forward to hearing what others are reading!
Peace & Blessings,
Chris Reed
Christopher wrote: "John wrote: "Welcome members!This thread is for any members who would like to introduce themselves to the group. Please tell us a little something about yourself and what Catholic books or author..."
Welcome to Catholic Book Club Mr. Reed.
I'm glad I found this group (or it found me). I live in Birmingham, AL with my wife of 43 years, cradle Catholics. I have a MA in theology from Catholic Distance University. I have been a DRE an a catechist. I've read a good number of Michael O'Brien's books and am looking forward to getting to know y'all in this group.
Hello Francis welcome to the Catholic Book Club and thanks for the link for beheading the hydra. I have heard a lot about Dwight Longenecker and i have read a lot of articles but i have never read a y of his books.
About Michael D. O'Brien i have read two of Father Elijah and the Lighthouse for her was his biographer Clemens Cavallin but he did not get that his book was read here.
I’m Laurel Guillen, an avid reader who likes discovering new Christian fantasy, sci-fi, historical and romance authors. I’m also the award-winning author of a whimsical medieval historical novel called A Bellwether Christmas. It’s meant for anyone from middle school age to adult who loves animals, wants to feel the true spirit of Christmas and enjoys learning about the origins of a great Christmas tradition.
Hi! my name is Danielle. My sister got me reading some cozy mysteries with her and talking about all the groups she follows and reads with. It got me thinking that maybe Goodreads has my interests, too. The small parish I attend makes it hard to have many extra groups besides the basic needs. And being a mom leaves me limited time. I hope this will be a good growing place to expand my mind, book collection, and grow stronger in my Catholic faith.
Welcome, Danielle! In November we will be reading Voyage to Alpha Centauri by Michael O'Brien, if you want to join us.
I don’t ordinarily introduce myself as i am content to lurk behind the scenes but i feel compelled to ask a favor from those in the group who are practicing Catholics. A metaphorical nuke was dropped on my head in July. I am a person who was previously healthy. I dont smoke, drink, or take drugs. I had to quit my job in law enforcement & turn down other employment offers in other fields due to needing a bone marrow transplant.
I'm asking to be in your prayers.
Thanks in advance.
Phil wrote: "I don’t ordinarily introduce myself as i am content to lurk behind the scenes but i feel compelled to ask a favor from those in the group who are practicing Catholics. A metaphorical nuke was dro..."
I will definitely keep you in my prayers Phil. I went through a tough illness back in 2020 and 2021 and after a year and a half things finally started looking up. Don't give up praying.
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Yes, you are.
Hello! I'm a Catholic author who is currently publishing my debut novel Pilgrims:https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
A sci-fi retelling of Augustine's Confessions, it is about a washed-up Latin teacher who gets thrust into the center of humanity's first contact with Catholic aliens.
The reviews so far have been outstanding (from Catholics and non-Catholics alike) and the audiobook (coming 11/15) is superlative - a credit to Catholic art as a whole.
Christopher Ruocchio, bestselling author of The Sun Eater said "Leonard balances big-idea science fiction with thriller-like pacing, and blends each with his Catholic faith to stunning effect. A striking debut. I couldn’t put the book down.”
I hope people in this group will check it out and hopefully even consider it for a book club discussion. We need to support Catholic authors if we want to have an impact on the culture!
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You can nominate it by adding a comment here: https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
and it will go in the list and in time will get to the voting list.
@ManuelI tried to post in the thread you showed me but the post disappeared. Am I doing this wrong?
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I tried to post in the thread you showed me but the post disappeared. Am I doing this wrong?"
No, your post did appear correctly. It seemed to disappear because, being post nr. 51, it went to a new page (there are 50 posts per page).
Your book is now at the end of the nomination list (post 3 in that conversation).
@ManuelI apologize. I need to up my forum skills!!!
Thanks so much!
Good evening from Florida!So, I joined this community around a few weeks ago but I haven't really been active on it. I'm still trying to get used to how goodreads work. It's a bit of a new UI to me and I haven't really done some kind of blogging like this before. But aside from that...
The name's Alan! I'm a Catholic and I'm all about books! Being able to take my faith to literature and apply all that I've learned into the world is a really awesome experience. It's honestly a great gift that I have taken for granted because I know that there are many who can't read in the world and who long to be taught, willingly. I'd like to use this talent somehow in someway for the betterment of others. I'm still figuring that out, of course.
I do enjoy a lot of leisure reading and I can confidently say that Sci-Fi, Dystopian, and Steam-Punk themed novels are right up my street. But when it comes to study, outside of my academics, I like having to spend time reading History, Philosophy, Theology, and our spiritual heritage. Being formed by a sort of Dominican Spirituality, I became fond of trying to find a way to make teaching, study, prayer and preaching work. With that, I cannot doubt that many others have impacted my growth and maturity such as the Carmelites, Franciscans, Redemptorist, Jesuits, and just some really awesome Diocesan priests that I have had the grace to meet.
I'm open to learning how to use this more- as I've only really been using it so far to keep track of all the books I have read so far and commit to a sort of productive blogging for my own purposes. But this community seemed cool so I eventually came in. If you've read this, then I'm glad!
Alan,Welcome to the club! What would you say about a sci-fi retelling of Augustine's Confessions that tells the story of a washed-up Latin teacher who gets thrust into the center of humanity's first contact with Catholic aliens?
That's my book PILGRIMS. Paperback came out today: all other formats (including audiobook) come out Friday.
https://www.amazon.com/Pilgrims-M-R-L...
Feel free to check it out!
So I began this journey over 14 years ago. Back in 2010 I was inspired to write this book. It was a process but often when inspiration hits, it feels effortless because I am just the instrument for the Author. The crazy thing is that for 14 years I shelved this work. As my journey to deepen my faith progresses, I wanted to truly know the meaning of what Jesus said rather than someone else’s interpretation. This quest changed everything. Bible stories and verses that I have heard, read, and “understood” came to life like never before. “For, although we are in the flesh, we do not battle according to the flesh, for the weapons of our battle are not of flesh but are enormously powerful, capable of destroying fortresses. We destroy arguments and every pretension raising itself against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive in obedience to Christ and we are ready to punish every disobedience, once your obedience is complete.” (2 Cor 10:3-6 ) I began to realize the subtle way Satan uses lies as thoughts and how he tricks us into thinking those thoughts are our thoughts. The fear, the feelings of inadequacy and relevance. I was fighting for all the reasons why I couldn’t do the very thing God was telling me to do. The stronghold that I built around that lie not only locked that lie in, it also locked the truth out. “He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter said in reply, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” Jesus said to him in reply, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah. For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my heavenly Father. And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys to the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 16: 15-18) The rock being that “Jesus is the truth.“ (John 14:6) and that is the rock that his Church is built upon. The promises and principles He established are the keys that will unlock the gates and strongholds, the satanic thoughts we carry and defend. Once opened, His truth will destroy all lies. Thus, “Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven; and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.”(Matthew 16: 19)
Fourteen years ago I would not have considered my fear-driven hesitations and feelings of inadequacy and relevancy to be satanic. But I was wrong. So here and now in 2024 I strive to faithfully walk in my purpose and publish my first work. “Thus faith comes from what is heard, and what is heard comes through the word of Christ.” (Romans 10:17) "And you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free". (John 8:32)
I pray that it blesses you. Nice to meet you all! Wayne Johnson
The book title is: Habits for Jesus: Steps to a Powerful Spiritual Transformation
I am new to this and welcome your feedback. You can check it out here:
https://a.co/d/7wgNxP8
Hello friends, My name is Kevin and I am a husband, father of two girls, author, and educator. Reading and writing are passions of mine.
I recently finished reading Eager to Love: The Alternative Way of St. Francis by Richard Rohr and found it to be engaging, lovely, and insightful. I highly recommend it! I also recently read The Mystery Detective by Randall Sullivan where he recounts his time in Bosnia investigating the Marian apparitions at Medjugorge, which Pope Francis recently gave approval to be a site of devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Sullivan's book was haunting and affecting like few books I have ever experienced. Finally, I enjoyed my time with Philip Freeman's St. Patrick of Ireland: A Biography Freeman's account of Patrick's early life and his kidnapping into slavery in Ireland is a remarkable tale.
My own novel, Intercession, takes place in Ireland in 1928 and explores the stories of St. Brigid and St. Kevin and how their histories intertwine with the folklore of ancient, pagan Ireland. The novel is set during a time when Catholic and Anglican forces were at odds in Ireland as the country strived for independence. These stories are told through the lens of an eleven year-old girl as she becomes intertwined in the religious politics of her age.
Looking forward to participating in book readings with everyone. Take care and God bless!
Kevin
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