A scholarly, easy to read book tracing Mary's presence in the Old Testament, through prophecies, figures and symbols, to Mary's role in the New Testament, where we see the many instances and places where Mary is found working beside her Divine Son. A clear, concise exposition (all Biblical) which shows clearly Marys place in the economy of Salvation. The author is well known in Italy for his scholarship and leadership in founding the Franciscans of the Immaculate. PROD ID: AIB-AG001, 393 pp, sewn softcover.

Call Me Blessed is a collection of fictional short stories with lifelong lessons. The stories within bring to light bullying, love, and one life’s journey. They explore finding one’s calling after having little purpose in life and discuss how one deals with life and death. Throughout the book, the author touches upon his relationship with God and his messengers.

I know this book was inspired by the Lord. I thought the Lord was telling me to write the book, but I am not a writer. Then one day, it was clear to me that the title should be Call Me Blessed even though I never considered myself blessed due to the terrible circumstances I lived through. In the process of writing this book, I can see that the Lord was with me every step of my life. I pray that as you read my story, you will be able to see how the Lord can comfort you through all your pain and suffering. I'm now just about seventy and finally able to make sense of my life. You belong to an awesome God.

Call Me Blessed is a 7 x 10 softbound, matte cover Scripture study journal that is thoughtfully written and beautifully designed. Every day of this four-week study provides Scripture to get you started, an excerpt from Mulieris Dignitatem (On the Dignity and Vocation of Women), and notes for further Bible reading. You will find a daily devotion, some thoughts to consider as you reflect, and a prayer prompt to dovetail with your reading. There are thoughtfully-crafted, generous pages for writing and art journaling. Step by step, day by day, biblical reading and inspiring essays introduce you to nineteen women of the Bible whose stories bring to life the dignity and vocation of women of God throughout the ages. Together with several contemporary women authors, consider the stories of these biblical women in the light of gospel and see how their truths beckon you to also grow as a woman of God.

From experiencing rape, rejection and death to struggling with barrenness and abuse, the five women in this book have known what it means to be tested to the very limit of one's endurance. In this very personal and pain-filled narration, Sarah takes you on a journey through their lives and shows how they were able to overcome their hardships.Someone once said that radical faith in the face of radical circumstances brings radical result. That may well be true, because these are stories of amazing victory over incredible adversity. Despite its painful topics, the book shows that even in the most desperate of situations it is possible to have hope. Although written from the point of view of Christian beliefs, it will appeal to people from all walks of life, because its deals with issues that affect all irrespective of race, religious-orientation or one's position within the society.

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. --Romans 12:12 NIV They Call Me Blessed! Is the captivating, compelling and timely story of the author's odyssey of faith during one of the most difficult periods of her life. Are you in the middle of your own painful situation? Through dependence upon Christ, His Word and the power of prayer, this book will show you how to be an overcomer.

The Beatitudes--Jesus' pronouncement of blessing for the meek, the merciful, the pure in heart, and others--from the backdrop for Antia Donihue's latest book. The sixth title in a series that began with When I'm on My Knees (nearly a half-million sold) will show readers that God blesses us as we trust and obey Him--through everyday events, triumphs, and tragedies. Each selection will point readers to the "silver linging" of life's experiences--the abundant blessing of God, in any and every circumstance, for those who put their trust in Him.