All Adult Education Resources

"In a world that keeps asking us to go higher and faster, how do we begin to go deeper, into the place where God lives and moves and has His being within us?" Robert Benson

Cardinal Hume offers words of understanding, encouragement, and hope that speak to us whatever our condition, whatever our beliefs.

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

"The gospel is not just about the Cross and getting my sins forgiven so I can go to heaven. It is about the restoration of the whole person - heart, soul, mind, body," says Scot McKnight.

Meet the incomparable Hildegard of Bingen. Nourishing, challenging, and idea-bursting, her writings will stir and awaken your soul.

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.

For today's hungry Christians, teachings on the Rule of Saint Benedict by one of the twentieth century's best-loved Catholic writers.

For today's hungry Christians, teachings on the Rule of Saint Benedict by one of the twentieth century's best-loved Catholic writers.

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.

Do you ever feel that prayer has become rote repetition, or that the simple prayers of childhood have lost their meaning?

Now in paperback - Frederica's best-selling, inspirational guide to rediscovering the faith of the early Christians.

A life-changing guide to being formed like Jesus

How do we find God in a busy and noisy world? The Mystery of Love is a collection of "starting points" to inspire prayer and meditation, by one of the spiritual masters of our age.

This humble seventeenth-century lay brother learned to live in moment-by-moment fellowship with God.

Mary, the mother of Jesus--who was she, really? What kind of woman would compose a song as powerful as the Magnificat?

Who was Francis of Assisi? Where did he come from and what can we learn from his life?

Discover the spirituality of St. Clare and how it complements that of St. Francis. Enter into a week of morning and evening prayer centered on themes from Clare's life.

Kindle your prayer life with the words, guidance, and spirit of Francis of Assisi.

Winner of the 2006 Christianity Today "Christy Award" in the Debut Fiction Category!

Evoking the hardship, windswept beauty and simplicity of life in the rural Midwest, this beautifully observed debut novel leads us to question our ideas a

A twelve-week daily devotional for all Christians seeking a deeper walk with Christ.

Anger is often an emotion that is expressed in extremes, either avoiding any show of anger or exploding in a rage and/or violence. Both approaches can have a detrimental effect on physical and emotional health. This DVD explores why and how we experience anger and offers practical strategies for expressing anger in constructive, rather than destructive, ways.

When we serve God with all the gifts He has given us, the blessings to ourselves and others will be multiplied far beyond what we can imagine. This DVD helps us examine the topic of stewardship. Faithful and Wise looks at how we can expand our giving into every facet of our lives.

Everything you need to know to lead your own Praying in Color workshop, featuring author Sybil MacBeth.

Both new and experienced Christians find praying to be something of a mystery and often wonder about how to pray. The Four Acts of Prayer with Walter Wangerin, Jr. presents a framework for praying that infuses prayer with a rhythm while maintaining its personal nature.

This DVD will open the minds and hearts of viewers to a new understanding of forgiveness so they can embrace forgiveness as a key to a wholesome and free life.

A resource for small groups to delve more deeply into the richness of the gospel message

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

The perfect guide to exploring The Illumined Heart in a small group, Bible study, or retreat

Loving God, Loving Others - a study guide for small groups, retreats, or for your own personal use.

An invitation to a deeper, more meaningful experience of that which is central to Christian worship: the Eucharist.

Discover the prayer tradition of morning and evening prayer, and find your relationship with God forever changed.

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

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

The wisdom and spirituality of St. Therese - for all who want to pray

For pastors, small group leaders, and other ministry leaders who want to internalize and share the Jesus Creed in a deeper way, this DVD is an essential tool

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.

What does it mean to forgive? Should we--at all times and in all circumstances--forgive?

This beautiful book—ideal for both study groups and personal use—illuminates eight special themes from the life and writings of St. Paul.

Pray with more than your mind. Pray like a psalmist

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.”

Popular retreat and workshop leader Roy DeLeon guides you step-by-step as you discover how to use motion, together with the vibrant words of the Psalms, to reinvigorate your daily prayer life

A classic biography, new and updated in time for St. Patrick's Day, Spring 2009

If you long for more meaningful connections to other people

Chosen as one of the Top 10 Religion Books of 2009 by Publishers Weekly, and recently reviewed by popular Beliefnet columnist, Dr. Norris Chumley.

This beautiful, small, book is a thoughtful inquiry through which Scott Cairns hopes to come to terms with what he calls “the puzzlement of our afflictions.”

Divided into seven lessons, this 65-minute DVD resource with popular author Lauren Winner will help you or your study group explore how our faith is rooted in ancient, Jewish, spiritual traditions or ritual.

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

The perfect gift for the busy person who cares about cultivating a spiritual life. The Jesus Prayer offers an ancient way of staying connected with God throughout the day - whether in a board meeting, washing dishes or standing in line.

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.

The Eucharist is a profound mystery that can transform the way we experience daily life. Your parish priest is sure to be blessed and encouraged by the profound insights of this book, originally published in Poland and now an international Catholic bestseller.

This profound book will encourage you to live the Eucharist

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

In The Wisdom of Stability, Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove illuminates the bible and monastic understanding of why staying in one place is both a virtue, and good for you.

This lively little book introduces postmodern readers to one of Christianity's most endearing prayer warriors, Teresa of Avila.

The original guide to "practicing the presence of God"

Theologians have long made the bold claim that we need to work the Ascension into our theology. They claim, in fact, that without the Ascension our theology is weak. The cry of the Church has been 'Why?' and "Show me!' Theologians have yet to answer that pressing question and answer that claim. Until right now. In your hands is one of the only books written that makes the Ascension a part of the Christian life, and I hope you read and devour this insightful study and become and Ascensional follower of Jesus. - Scot McKnight, author of The Jesus Creed and 40 Days Living the Jesus Creed

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.

The church is moving towards a religious realignment of epic proportions and seismic significance. Where do we go from here?

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.

Forgiveness, the very essence of Christianity, can also be the most difficult virtue to attain. Forgiving someone who has hurt us – or forgiving ourselves – can feel impossible, and even undesirable. Talking with a small group and working through this process together can be extraordinarily helpful and healing, and this book and DVD set provide the resources to guide and support such a group

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.

Designed for any 21st-century Christian, this prayer book gathers prayers and rituals from the ancient church, re-presenting them for the use of Christians at home, in small prayer groups, and house churches.