Ms. P’s Literary Pics
I knew Susan was a practicing Catholic and I wanted to see if she witnessed to this in her book or left it out as many celebrities do. Susan has stayed true to who she is and if you want to know how God works in our lives today, if you know how to listen and trust, then read this book. Susan is funny and honest. Her prayer at the end of the book is so sincere. Sign this out in room 319.
Seraphic Singles-
How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Single Life (Dorothy Cummings)-"As she navigated the wild world of dating, Cummings was determined to remain true to her faith's moral teachings no matter what. Wise, funny, and at times poignant, this book is a must-read for Catholic women negotiating the fine balance between dating and faith in a world where anyting and everything goes. " (back cover). As I live out my vocation as a single woman seeking to be rooted in my Catholic Faith, I sought out this book for some good advice. It gave me great advice, lots of laughs and affirmation. To "all the single ladies" -borrow this book!
Mother Teresa-Come Be My Light (Brian Kolodiejchuk, M.C.)
-It's a New York Times Bestseller! I wanted to read the personal writings of this saint to see what she could teach me. I have learned so much of what it means to be truly be in love with Jesus and what it means to surrender to the will of God.
Dead Man Walking
-I had the chance to meet Sr. Helen Prejean in May of 2010 and have her sign our school copy of Dead Man Walking. This book was made into a motion picture starring Susan Sarandon and Sean Penn and is a witness to the power of forgiveness, the violation of human dignity and the power of advocacy in the name of Jesus Christ. Read the book (Chaplaincy Library) and get involved in the campaign.
A Long Way Gone-Memoirs of a Boy Soldier (Ishmael Beah)
-Read this! Then let's talk about it and then let's walk!
Ok. So this isn't a literary piece, but I want you to rent it and watch it! "Mother Teresa"-Her heart found the forgotten, her faith found a way. With Olivia Hussey as Mother Teresa, this movie is first rate in visual quality, very inspiring and very entertaining. Your nearest Rogers Video has it available.
Courtship and Chastity .
. . if these sound like old-fashioned ideas to you, it's time for a fresh new perspective! Catholic Novel, Arms of Love, by Carmen Marcoux. Enter the world of Joanie Collins and Brandon Vaughn as you read this exciting new story of Christian courtship. Joanie, a strong Catholic woman, setting out in a new career as a journalist, must face one of the greatest challenges of her young life . . . romance. Committed to the values of Christian courtship, Joanie finds herself attracted to the handsome young commercial producer, Brandon — a man living a very worldly lifestyle. Brandon makes every effort to draw the attractive young reporter into his charms and into his world. Meanwhile, Joanie is battling to resist his advances, as she earnestly seeks to bring Jesus into Brandon’s life.
A compelling novel that you will not want to put down — this book faithfully presents the Church’s teachings on marriage and the sacraments. Discover how courtship, when put into practice, has the power to transform our society, one heart at a time.
Pass this book on to family and friends. Both young and old will enjoy reading this dynamic and refreshing presentation of pure and wholesome, God-honouring relationships. Written in an easy-to-read style, you will be delightfully surprised by the depth of content. Check out the website www.courtship.now for the real truth of nurturing a loving relationship!
Left to Tell 
- Discovering God Amidst the Rwandan Holocaust (Art Steffler Library)
This book is authored by Immaculee Ilibagiza who boldly retells the true story of her survival of the 1994 genocide in Rwanda.
"Immacule grew up in a country she loved, surrounded by a family she cherished. But in 1994 her idyllic world was ripped apart as Rwanda descended into a bloody genocide. Her family was brutally murdered during a killing spree that lasted three months and claimed the lives of nearly a million Rwandans. Miraculously, Immaculee survived the slaughter. For 91 days, she and seven other women huddled silently together in the cramped bathroom of a local pastor's home while hundreds of machete-wielding killers hunted for them. It was during those endless hours of unspeakable terror that Immaculee discovered the power of prayer, eventually shedding her fear of death and forging a profound and lasting relationship with God. She emerged from her bathroom hideout having truly discovered the meaning of unconditional love-a love so strong that she was able to seek out and forgive her family's killers."
Immacule placed trust in Our Lady through the rosary prayer. I encourage you to read this. It will inspire you to believe that in God, anything is possible!
“Me to We-Finding Meaning in a Material World” 
Authored by brothers Craig and Marc Keilburger, this book is youth friendly, practical and inspiring. Craig and Marc use their mission experiences to encourage and empower us to reach out to those in need without having to leave our neighbourhood!
Publisher: Fireside, New York
“The Courage to be Chaste”
Authored by Fr. Benedict J. Groeschel a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal, this book “highlights the life of chastity as dynamic, self-donating, and courageous. In a time when society encourages single life to be uncommitted and to seek out immoral relationships”, Fr. Benedict offers sound and practical guidance and support to suggest otherwise!
Publisher: Paulist Press, New York