Ofm: 45 books
The Franciscan Moral Vision
Responding to Gods Love
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2013
In the last half century, contemporary Catholic moral theology has developed at a rapid pace. Franciscan scholars have played a major part in this renewal of contemporary moral theology. Yet, these moral insights from the Franciscan tradition have, to a great extent, been overlooked by the English speaking...
Franciscans and their Finances
Economics in a Disenchanted World
Language: English
Release Date: July 1, 2015
A book about Franciscans and their economics and the way that Franciscans are developing a more relational economy as they serve the poor and vulnerable around the world.Francis fraternal economy is not primarily about dollars and cents, market shares or stock derivatives. It is about the destiny...
The Mystery of Love for the Single
A Guide for Those Who Follow the Single Vocation in the World
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2005
Few realize that a person can pursue a truly supernatural vocation by consecrating himself or herself to perpetual celibacy while yet living in the world. Here Fr. Unger describes the main guidelines for such a religious vocation, showing the nature of this vocation and the manner of dedicating oneself...
The Gaze of Mercy
A Commentary on Divine and Human Mercy
Language: English
Release Date: November 2, 2015
Just in time for the Holy Year of Mercy, Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa, preacher to the papal household, delves into the mystery of mercy, both human and divine. Jesus is "the mercy of God who became flesh," and it is his gaze of mercy that transforms us. Among the Gospel passages he explores are Jesus' encounters...
Come, Creator Spirit
Meditations on the Veni Creator
Language: English
Release Date: June 15, 2017
Written particularly for the Charismatic Renewal in the English-speaking world, Come, Creator Spirit is a helpful guide for a better understanding of the Holy Spirit. In this detailed commentary on the famous hymn Veni Creator, sung at the beginning of every new year, ecumenical council, and priestly...
Bonaventure Revisited
Companion to the Breviloquium
Language: English
Release Date: August 31, 2017
The goal of this collaborative commentary on Bonaventure's Breviloquium is twofold. First, it aims to make the text of the Breviloquium itself more accessible to a wider udience, including those who have had no prior introduction to the Seraphic Doctor's theology. In addition to providing substantive...
by Kenneth R. Himes, OFM
Language: English
Release Date: September 3, 2015
Language: English
Release Date: September 3, 2015
Drones have become an essential part of U.S. national security strategy, but most Americans know little about how they are used, and we receive conflicting reports about their outcomes. In Drones and the Ethics of Targeted Killing, ethicist Kenneth R. Himes provides not only an overview of the role...
Peter of John Olivi’s Commentary on Luke’s Gospel
Thirty Days of Reflection and Prayer
Language: English
Release Date: June 1, 2013
Knowledge For Love
Franciscan Science as the Pursuit of Wisdom
Language: English
Release Date: August 12, 2012
This essay extends the retrieval of the Franciscan intellectual tradition into the sciences by presenting the vocation and work of three Franciscan scientists. Friar Bartholomew the Englishman taught his fellow Franciscans with the best available scientific knowledge to prepare them for preaching...
by Daniel P. Sulmasy, OFM, MD
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2009
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2009
Integrates faith and healthcare, offering professionals insight on how to find spiritual meaning in clinical practice and take seriously their Christian vocation to transform the world through caring for patients in light of the Gospel.
by Fr. Kevin E. Mackin OFM
Language: English
Release Date: February 2, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: February 2, 2017
Spirituality is growing into our life with God. It is letting the breath or Spirit of God live and breathe and work in us. And the fruits of that are love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control (Gal 5:2223). The Word proclaimed Sunday after Sunday is inspired...
by Richard J. Hart, OFM Cap
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2009
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2009
Challenges individuals to find out if they are living the Christian life as fully as possible and how this can be accomplished.
Daybreaks Davis Lent 2009
Daily Reflections for Lent and Easter
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2008
Lent is for those of us who do everything wrong, except for believing Christ loves us. We question our faith; we are shocked at the temptations we feel; we find ways to rationalize financial risks; we even enjoy that bite of steak just before recalling, “It’s a Friday in Lent!” Lent is not for...
by Wil Hernandez; foreword by Richard Rohr, OFM
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2009
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2009
Highlights the tension-filled nature of our journey and shows us, via Nouwens example, how we too can navigate our way through it in a transformative way.