Mother
of God, Mother of Priests
The
call to intercessory prayer is presented against the backdrop
of this difficult period in the history of the Church and the
world. A new book, Mother of God, Mother of Priests
by Kathleen Keefe (12/01 release date), lays the foundation
for intercessory prayer in parishes and homes. It examines the
impact on the priest and the family when the great Mercy of
God is proclaimed in this near merciless age.
Drawing from her retreat conferences and parish missions, the
author helps readers to identify areas of confusion and darkness
that present obstacles to God's merciful love and healing.
Healing
and Renewal
Mother
of God, Mother of Priests is a comprehensive guide to
identifying areas of life where spiritual healing is needed
today. Inspired by the writings of St. Faustina, the book examines
the role of spiritual director/confessor in the light of the
message of Divine Mercy.
The effects of the Eucharist as Communion-Sacrament are detailed,
as well as an in-depth look at the Sacrament of Reconciliation
with references to the Catechism of the Catholic Church and
the Diary of St. Faustina.
It has been described as "an open invitation to greater
holiness for priests and an inspiration for lay people,"
in numerous reviews.
One of the book's most important contributions to the literature
on the Priesthood is an easy-to-read format that enhances one's
understanding of the dignity of the Priesthood, the gift of
God's mercy, the graces received through the sacraments of Eucharist,
Reconciliation, and Anointing of the Sick.
Mother of God, Mother of Priests has an imprimatur
from the New York Archdiocese.
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Mother
of God, Mother of Priests is a tapestry in which the
person of the Virgin Mary delicately weaves together
the mysteries of God's boundless mercy expressed in
Jesus Christ the High Priest and Victim, the
sacraments of Eucharist, Reconciliaton and Holy Orders.
What
reviewers have said:
"...A magnificent contribution to the literature
on the Holy Priesthood... Reading it is like making
a private retreat."
Father Armand Dasseville, O.F.M.Cap
National Director
Padre Pio Prayer Groups of the U.S. (retired)
"In
this inspired book, Kathleen Keefe shares from her own
experience practical ways of healing and renewal for
the Church in this difficult period of her history."
Sister
Mary Ann Follmar, S.T.D.
Theology Department
Providence College, Providence, RI
Author of The Marian Spirit in
the Church and
The Steps of Love in the Dialogue of St. Catherine
of Siena
"It is truly a wonderful
work written with simplicity yet containing a depth
of theological truth that is astonishing. I love the
way you define "Enthronement" in simple to understand
language leading the reader to deeper meditation on
and contemplation of Divine Mercy."
"I was completely enthralled by your book. I have even
discovered my own attempts at contemplation enhanced
by the many thoughts which have their source in this
wonderful work of God and Mary."
Father
Chris Williamson, Pastor
St. Anthony's Church
Blue Ridge, GA
A
book for clergy and laity!
It
includes St. Faustina, St. Therese of Lisieux and Blessed
Padre Pio's impact on priestly renewal. With clarity
and insight, the author upholds the obligation of Catholics
to pray and sacrifice for priests and bishops who are
the shepherds of souls.
Explained is:
How
the Lack of Faith in the Eucharist:
- Increases
spiritual blindness
- Leads
to the breakdown of the family
- Challenges
the identity of the priest
- Leads
to confusion about the ministerial priesthood and
the common priesthood of the faithful
How the Healing Mercy of God
-
Changes
anger into zeal
-
Fosters
understanding and forgiveness
-
Heals
and educates us in confession
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Is
explained in the Catechism of the Catholic Church
and the Diary of St. Faustina
Mother of God, Mother of Priests fosters Healing through
Meditation and Contemplation
It
Contains:
-
A "Prescription for Healing" available to every Catholic
- Deep
insights into the important role St. Faustina plays
in reiterating the Church's teachings on the Eucharist
and Confession
It
Examines:
The New Age and its impact on Confession, Faith, and
Family including:
- Loss
of faith
- Resistance
to prayer
- Persistent
bitterness and unforgiveness
-
Confusion
- Addictions
- Rage
and violence, and much more...
It
Focuses on:
The Great Gift and Mystery of the Priesthood
revealed to us through the Sacrament of Reconciliation as
it touches on:
- The
need to confess
- The
Priest as channel of God's Direction
- Jesus
Hidden by the Priest in Confession
- Jesus
and the Confessor are One
- The
Priest, Shepherd and Victim for Souls
- The
Priest as Spiritual Director
Mother
of God, Mother of Priests is a journey with Our Lady
to Healing and Restoration in Jesus Christ, Priest and
Victim.
Blessed Padre Pio
"Rest your
ear on her maternal heart and listen to her suggestions,
and then you will feel all the best desires for perfection
being born in you."
St. Faustina of the Blessed Sacrament
"Apostle of Divine Mercy"
"...all
graces flow from Mercy"(D,1507)
St. Thérèse of Lisieux
"Apostle
of the Apostles"
"I
came to save souls and especially to pray for priests"
About
the author:
Kathleen
Keefe is a New York City public school teacher whose
varied background in the fields of counseling, education,
and apostolic work in the Church afford her a unique
perspective in writing about healing and renewal of
hearts. This book contains a great deal of practical
spiritual advice necessary in today's world.
An
excerpt from the afterword written by the author on
September 15th. Her reflections on the Mercy of God
and Our Lady's presence with the heroes and heroines
of Septemebr 11th is a fitting end to this book.
"When I awoke on Tuesday, September 11, 2001
my first thought was of attending Mass on the third
anniversary of my mother's death. The Gospel that
day consolingly echoed in my heart as I left church...
Within
the hour, however, life as we know it here in New York,
in Washington, and throughout the United States and
the world would never be the same again. The words "Attack
on America," flashed across television screens, to be
forever emblazoned on our minds and hearts. We had been
swept into a realm of evil that cruelly expanded our
definition of spiritual warfare."
"During
the days that followed, a unified nation turned to God
in a way that I have not witnessed in my lifetime. Over
the airwaves, politicians, newscasters, public servants,
priests and ministers, and ordinary citizens called
for prayer and restraint, for compassion and forgiveness.
As the miracle of divine mercy was being manifested
at a time of a new kind of war, there was a sense that
the forces of evil had won no victory in New York City.
God's mercy was palpable. The unseen enemy's massacre
of innocent people was being countered by an incredible
outpouring of love and mercy from the hearts of people
of every race, creed and color. It was New York City
at its best; America, stronger in its time of agony.
There were no strangers in New York City on that terrible
Tuesday, only heroes and heroines, many of whom became
victims before our eyes. In the days that followed this
human carnage, from the streets of New York to the pulpits
of churches across our nation and the world, there was
one cry that could be heard: "Trust in Jesus." And we
remembered with new understanding, the words of Jesus
to Faustina: 'Mankind will not have peace until
it turns with trust to My mercy.' "
"The
Mother of Sorrows was with her children on Tuesday,
September 11, 2001 in New York City, in Washington,
D.C. and in the skies over Pennsylvania. She is with
America today in its time of sorrow. She is with the
world as Mother of God and Mother of Priests."
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