Easter category: 303 books

This second Lent reader – as well as the first one, published separately – has grown out of my own Lenten practices and observances over the year.  I wrote them both because I would have found it helpful to have such a reader. I hope you enjoy and find the daily readings contained within helpful....

Brian Mountford has chosen thirty five poems which explore the human experience of suffering and redemption, accompanied by his own thoughtful and witty commentary. The collection contains secular and sacred pieces in equal measure and came into being as part of a programme to bring a sense of seriousness,...

This original work of theological anthropology looks at original sin in the light of the Resurrection, and shows how forgiveness has become the way of transformation.

Don’t just give something up for Lent! Gather your family, and with Kate Basi’s fresh ideas, you will Bring Lent to Life! Fasting is not just giving up candy, almsgiving is more than giving away your unused allowance, and prayer becomes active. Embark on the adventure of practicing the...

Praying "The Seven Last Words" is a deeply rooted devotional practice for Catholics at Easter. Indeed, meditating on the dying words of Our Lord during the agony of his crucifixion has enabled believers to both enter into his suffering and find meaning for it, regardless of the time or circumstances in which they live.

The Essential Lenten Handbook provides everything readers need for a richer experience of the 40 days before Easter. Whether one wishes to follow a traditional program of Lenten devotions centered around prayer, a "modern" program that focuses on Scripture readings, a family model that brings loved ones...

Sacred Journey is an ideal Lenten companion. Designed for daily use, this booklet offers the details of each day’s Scripture readings along with a related reflection and brief prayer. This Lent, let Sacred Journey guide you as you travel the road to Jerusalem and to the celebration of new life at Easter!

Helps identify the barriers in our lives that block the peace and healing of Jesus. Prayers and reflections for the weekdays of Lent complement Sunday prayers and reflections for all three liturgical cycles. Concludes with several suggested practices for the Easter season. This deluxe pamphlet...

"He has rescued us from the domain of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of the Son He loves." (Col. 1:13, HCSB) During the forty-seven days between Lent and Easter, Christians are called to walk along the path of faith with Jesus Christ, experiencing challenge and triumph...

It’s always exciting when someone says, “I have a question,” because you never know what will come next. Questions shake things up. A good question cuts through the fog of a long discussion and forces us to confront the big issues. A good question causes the rest of us to stop and say, “Hey,...

In life and in death, Jesus’ words were powerful and meaningful. Despite the serious effort and increased pain required for Jesus to speak as he hung on the cross, Jesus spoke seven “final words”—statements that have much to teach us about Jesus, his Father, and ourselves: Father Forgive...

What better way to celebrate Easter than to receive forgiveness and experience God's grace in your life? We all have them. Burdens of guilt and shame we carry around. We're weighed down, constantly reminded of where we've fallen short. But the truth is we're carrying around something...

Experience the love of Christ in a new personal way with this Lenten devotional drawn from America’s favorite devotional, Daily Guideposts.  Lent is a time of preparation for Easter when we reflect on Jesus’s life and sacrifice. This year, renew your heart for the resurrection with Daily...

"A Fresh Look at Lent" Christ’s resurrection is celebrated every year. Isaiah 43:2, 40 Days of Scriptures, Journaling & Reflection for the Lent Season is a devotional with thought-provoking Scriptures that start with those involving God’s nature and transition to those about...