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Benedict Groeschel

    July 23, 1933 – October 3, 2014

    Benedict Joseph Groeschel was a devoted Franciscan friar and priest dedicated to spiritual growth. As a skilled retreat master and psychologist, he offered profound insights into the human soul and faith. His work focused on bridging psychology and spirituality to help individuals find deeper meaning in life. Groeschel was also known for his active advocacy and media presence, sharing his wisdom with a broad audience.

    Benedict Groeschel
    A Test of Faith
    Arise from Darkness
    The Journey Toward God
    Stumbling Blocks or Stepping Stones
    Augustine
    A Drama of Reform
    • A Drama of Reform

      • 189 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      A Drama of Reform is the story of the new order founded by Fr. Benedict Groeschel and seven other Capuchin friars, and of the first two decades of a reform in religious life begun in 1987. United in the desire to be authentic disciples of Jesus Christ and following in the footsteps of Saint Francis, they want to encourage the army of Christians of all denominations who are discouraged by the erosion of Gospel values in our culture.This inspirational volume combines more than 100 dramatic photos from the interesting and varied aspects of their daily lives. Along with the wonderful photos, members of the two independent communities of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal and Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal provide short essays on their life, which will enable others to experience the earnestness and enthusiasm of this young and fervent group. More than one hundred sisters and friars from a dozen countries have come together with the common desire to follow the Gospel of Jesus Christ after the example of Saint Francis and the tradition of the Capuchin reform.Well-known for their work with the poor and homeless in the South Bronx and other deprived areas, these Franciscans communicate a deep sense of the joy and love of those trying to be totally committed to living the Gospel in an increasingly de-Christianized world.

      A Drama of Reform
    • World-renown author, Fr. Benedict J. Groeschel, shows how Augustine's influential work is just as relevant today as it was 1,600 years ago. A charming and accessible approach to the master, Augustine combines a variety of translations with Groeschel's own reflections and insight.

      Augustine
    • Focuses on values and attitudes drawn from the Gospels and the literature of Christian spirituality to discover solutions to psychological problems. Father Benedict offers a series of therapeutic meditations for readers with an interest in spirituality.

      Stumbling Blocks or Stepping Stones
    • To know God is the deepest human desire. And to get closer to him, we need the guidance of the women and men who have already found the way. The Journey Toward God serves us by bringing together in one book inspiring and instructive selections from the great writers who have mastered the spiritual life. Uniquely, the book draws from Catholic, Protestant, and Orthodox writers, opening for us the diverse and rich treasures of Christian spirituality. A Servant Book.

      The Journey Toward God
    • Well-known author, psychologist and priest Fr. Benedict Groeschel draws on his own years of personal experiences in dealing with people's problems, tragedies and darkness as he offers help and guidance for any Christian troubled or burdened by life. If you are struggling with fear, anxiety, grief, loss of loved ones, hurt, anger or anything that makes life difficult or the road through it dark, then this book was written for you. Fr. Benedict offers practical suggestions on how to keep going and even grow with the help of God's grace, even when this help seems remote. The Christian response to the problem of evil and suffering began with the cross of Christ. Our answer is inseparable from the cross-from Jesus' own encounter with evil and his triumph over it. In this light, Fr. Benedict recalls some of our most frequently encountered sorrows and griefs: the failure of friends, financial and personal insecurity, the failure of some in the Church, our own inconsistent behaviors and weaknesses, and the death of loved ones. As we examine these painful experiences, he shows that we can find solutions in the Gospel and in the lives of saints, heroes, and very brave ordinary people

      Arise from Darkness
    • The Christian response to the problem of pain and suffering began with the cross of Christ. Our answer is inseparable from Jesus' own encounter and his ultimate triumph. With this in mind, well-known author, psychologist and priest Fr Benedict Groeschel draws on his years of personal experiences in dealing with people's problems, tragedies and "darkness" to offer help and guidance to any Christian troubled or burdened by life.His considered, practical suggestions, prayers and thoughts aim to provide comfort and support, helping Christians to keep going and even to grow with the help of God's grace - especially when this help seems so remote.

      A Test of Faith
    • Usłysz Boga w życiu i modlitwie – to najważniejsze przesłanie niewielkiej, ale ważnej książki o. Benedicta Josepha Groeschela. Autor pokazuje, że skupienie i uważność powinny towarzyszyć nam zarówno w trakcie wykonywania codziennych obowiązków, jak i naszych spotkań z Bogiem – na modlitwie, podczas lektury Pisma Świętego, czy na mszy świętej. Tylko wtedy, gdy wyciszymy siebie, zdolni będziemy usłyszeć to, co Pan ma nam do powiedzenia… Usłyszeć i wcielić w życie.

      Słuchanie na modlitwie
    • Ta książka jest dla tych, którzy doświadczają strachu, niepokoju, przeżywają żal, stratę bliskiej osoby, czują ból, gniew lub inne uczucie, sprawiające, że ich życie staje się drogą przez mrok. O. Benedykt Groeschel od wielu lat pomaga ludziom, którzy mają problemy, przeżyli tragedię czy żyją w ciemnościach. Jego rady są praktyczne, pomagają podnieść się, a nawet wzrastać z pomocą Bożej łaski. 'Przywykliśmy oczekiwać od o. Groeschela takiego właśnie mądrego przewodnictwa. Jest ono jasne, proste, współczujące, osobiste, praktyczne, skoncentrowane na Chrystusie i pełne cytatów ewangelicznych, które ożywają pod jego piórem'. Peter Kreeft O. Benedykt Groeschel CFR jest psychologiem, znanym i cenionym autorem książek o tematyce duchowej oraz dyrektorem Biura Rozwoju Duchowego w Archidiecezji Nowojorskiej. Należy do Wspólnoty Franciszkańskich Braci Odnowy, którzy pracują wśród bezdomnych w południowym Bronksie.

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