Summer reading suggestions for catechists
Summer is a great time to feed your soul. Below are some excellent spirituality books to nourish and savor now that your classes are over. You can treasure one reflection, letter, chapter, or segment no matter how much or how little time you have to read. One thing for sure, these books will help you learn to rest in God and grow spiritually. You will be surprised how refreshed you will feel. Enjoy!
Letters from Jesus: Experiencing the Depth of His Love by Deacon Eddie Ensley and Father Angelo Arrando
From doing parish retreats all over the country, the authors have found people yearn for God’s intimacy. They long to hear his whisper, to hear him talk to them one-on-one, just as he talked to the early disciples. These 21 letters along with Scripture reflections and prayers will get you a direct line from Jesus. Listen carefully and feel his love. http://store.pastoralplanning.com/lefrjeiexdeo.html
By the Way: 100 Reflections on the Spiritual Life by Melannie Svoboda, SND.
Reading this book is like sitting down and enjoying an ice tea or lemonade with a dear friend. Sr. Melannie has a knack for finding the sacred in everyday experiences. Relax and enjoy.
http://store.pastoralplanning.com/bywayireonsp.html
Come Gather ’Round: Time-Tested Lessons from a Lifelong Catechist by Carol Cimino, SSJ, Ed.D
Wouldn’t it be nice to sit back and listen to someone tell their stories? This author has looked around and found God present in many different teaching situations. These stories will spark your creativity and excite you to continue your ministry. Be inspired and motivated. http://store.pastoralplanning.com/cogar.html
Share some of your summer “want to read” books with me. Email me at rcoffey@rtjscreativecatechist.com. If we don’t get through them all this summer there will be other days and seasons.
These books and more can be found at www.23rdpublications.com. Order online and save.
Rosanne was named editor of RTJ's Creative Catechist in April 2010. She was previously advertising manager and worked in marketing for RTJ's Creative Catechist, Today's Parish and God's Word Today. For over 20 years she taught in Catholic schools. She has also been a catechist and associate director for the Norwich Diocesan Office for Faith Formation.
