Spiritual Practice

Whether you are a beginner at prayer or fully engaged in the life of prayer, this little book will offer profound insight and encouragement.

Join award-winning author and rabbi, Sandy Sasso, as she explains the origins and beauty of midrash.

An eloquent introduction to Quaker spirituality---for all who are seeking a fresh approach to God.

In today's hectic, changing world, being an oblate offers a rich, spiritual connection to the stability and wisdom of an established monastic community.

Experience an authentic Jewish Passover seder, from a distinctively Christian perspective.

George Dardess believes that Jesus' injunction to "Love your neighbor as yourself" means that serious Christians should engage with Islam and come to know their Muslim neighbors.

This is the most invigorating and enabling book about prayer that I have seen in years! Wry, funny, accessible, wise beyond all appearances, and deeply spiritual, MacBeth warms the soul as well as the heart. So will praying in color." - Phyllis Tickle, compiler, The Divine Hours

For Christians who want to pray as Jesus prayed

Sharing monastic wisdom as well as stories from their own lives, this Benedictine monk and Catholic laywoman reveal the true meaning of hospitality.

For those wanting to take their faith to the next level—a collection of practices ancient, new, and innovative

A Christian's exploration of the tradition of Jewish Midrash---an ancient yet vibrant approach to reading the Bible

Fourteen new devotions, inspired by scenes and stories of Mary in the Gospels.

Blasting the facade that sometimes makes Christianity into pretty promises and plastic grace, Joy Jordan-Lake considers the uncomfortable path of genuine faith.

How can I practice hospitality today? In a world that is so unsafe? Saint Benedict shows us how.

Liturgy appeals to our senses, grounds us in a great tradition, and plants us in the midst of a diverse community.

Discover the beauty and practices of liturgical worship in your small group, bible study, or retreat

This insightful book explains the heart of the Christian life as living in God's will

Use this beautiful journal as your companion when you pray in color. It includes plenty of space to pray, and quotes from the original book that will inspire your efforts.

Pray with more than your mind. Pray like a psalmist

One of the most common spiritual questions that people have today

This simple and joy-filled book opens our hearts to what is in the air we breathe, under our feet, and in this very moment: the abundant life, a gift from God.

Ellen Prewitt invites you to discover how this new spiritual practice—making crosses—can deepen a life lived for Christ. As she says, “To make a cross is to pray in a new way, but it’s not as simple as old-fashioned petitionary prayer; making crosses is a way for God to pray through you.”

For groups or individuals, the perfect study companion to Sr. Bridget Haase's book, Generous Faith: Stories to Inspire Abundant Living

How did the first Christians practice their faith? The Didache, an early handbook of an anonymous Christian community, "is the most important book you've never heard of.” It spells out a way of life for Jesus-followers, including how to love one another, how to practice the Eucharist, and how to take in wandering prophets.

Discover how to put the words of the Scripture to use in your life.

A gift of comfort for someone whose beloved pet has died.

A gift of comfort for someone whose beloved pet has died.

Ancient Paths offers personal and practical insights into “The Rule of St. Benedict”, an ancient guidebook for Christian formation in community. Drawing upon centuries of Benedictine spirituality and monastic spiritual practices, Ancient Paths presents a five-fold approach to spiritual formation in community.

One of the most versatile and popular gifts on Paraclete's list, Praying in Color is for practically anyone - people who are distracted, word-weary, right-brained, adventurous, bored, fidgety, young or old - or who simply love God and might enjoy praying in a new way. Purchase the book and the journal at over 40% off!

Designed for use during any 40-day period, Writing to God relieves readers of the self-consciousness of trying to pray “the right way,” inviting them to pray wherever the pen leads! Includes a special section of prayers and prompts for Holy Week and Easter, for anyone using the book this Lent.

This uniquely Eastern perspective on a topic of interest to people everywhere will appeal to anyone hungering for a new understanding of community that can inspire daily life.

At once deeply comforting and sharply challenging, true Benedictine hospitality requires that we welcome the stranger, not only into our homes, but into our hearts. In Radical Hospitality, with warmth, humor, and the wisdom of the monastic tradition, Lonni Collins Pratt presents a radical vision for a kinder world, informed and enriched by contemporary monks including Fr. Daniel Homan, and many others.

This new edition has been updated thoroughly throughout. It includes two new chapters, a new Introduction, and more ancient and contemporary monastic insight.

Men bring distinctive gifts - and challenges - to the spiritual enterprise of prayer. Praying in Black & White honors the unique wiring of men and offers a simple, concrete approach to prayer.

This new spirituality of knitting addresses topics such as knitting as a popular pastime, what knitting does for our minds, bodies, and spirits, and how knitting helps people reduce stress, overcome loss, form friends, and connect with community.