Seal of Approval
The following books have been awarded the Seal of Approval for the 4th quarter of 2023:
- Joseph: Little Saint Stories by Cassie Herrington
- Helmet of Salvation by Theresa Linden
- Deception in December by Doreen McAvoy
- Saint Therese: The Sleeping Saint by Maria Riley
- A Home for Jesus in My Heart by Kristina Schoettle
- Wild Life by Corinna Turner
- Bonvida's Quest for Light by C.D. Smith
- In the Beginning by Stephen G. Kenny
From Our Blog
Cath-Lit Live: Welcoming the Holy Spirit with Padre Pio
Cath-Lit Live: Welcoming the Holy Spirit with Padre Pio“Cath-Lit Live!” features brief interviews with Catholic authors who are releasing new books. Hosted by Catholic author and speaker Amy J. Cattapan, “Cath-Lit Live!” gives viewers a glimpse into the latest Catholic books while getting to know a bit about the author as well.
In Welcoming the Holy Spirit with Padre Pio, Susan De Bartoli shares stories and wisdom from the life of this humble monk to show how we can use our unique spiritual gifts to love others and draw from the well of faith to encounter Christ in profound ways. Through the stories of this simple Capuchin priest, you’ll discover what is possible for those who surrender themselves to the guidance of the Holy Spirit. At Baptism, we all receive the fruits of the Spirit—gifts like wisdom, fortitude, and piety—that empower us to “dive deep” into the well of faith. The Holy Spirit also graces some of us with special charisms—supernatural gifts such as healing, teaching, or intercessory abilities—intended to serve the Church. In this book, you’ll learn how to nurture these gifts, just as Padre Pio did, so that even your “ordinary” spiritual gifts and charisms can bless others and deepen your own faith.
About the author:
Susan De Bartoli, a devout follower of Padre Pio, is a pilgrimage director and writer. Having journeyed to numerous Marian sites worldwide, Susan founded Little Flower Pilgrimages in 1990 to share these sacred experiences with others. Susan writes a weekly column called “Through the Fields of My Mind” about the Italian pop opera group “Il Volo.” The newsletter reaches thousands of fan clubs worldwide with approximately five million followers, many of whom are also devotees of Padre Pio. In 2017, Susan joined the Board of Directors of the Padre Pio Foundation of America. Susan is a Lady Commander of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem.
You can catch “Cath-Lit Live” live on A.J. Cattapan’s author Facebook page. Recorded versions of the show will also be available to watch later on her YouTube channel and Instagram.
Copyright 2024 Amy J. Cattapan
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Holy Family, guide our minds, our hearts, our hands, as we write, speak, illustrate – help our words to live in union with the Word.
Teach us discipline and skill to use the talents God gives us.
Give us also insight and courage to convey God's love through our craft, and humility to be open to His divine will, shaping our lives, in loving loyalty to His Church.
In Christ's name,
Amen.