Synopsis
Men are rediscovering the importance of the spiritual life. And Father Larry Richards is helping them do it. While some writers apply a one-size-fits-all approach to the Christian life, Father Richards draws on his many years of ministry and his own experience as a man to inspire other men as men. In Be a Man!, he recounts his struggles to learn true manhood, as well as the inspiring stories of others he has served in his decades as a priest. He tells men how to focus on the right goal, how to live as a beloved son of God, of the need to acknowledge one's faults and to live according to the Holy Spirit, to be a man of true love and of wisdom, to appreciate properly the differences between men and women, to pursue holiness, and to make a difference in the world. Not preachy but direct, Father Richards challenges men to be strong, without putting on a mask of false strength or machismo. He calls men to admit their weaknesses and limitations, while urging them to find strength in faith and genuine love to overcome their sins and faults. Although a celibate priest, he minces no words when it comes to the place of sexuality--for the unmarried man as well as for the married man. He shows that true manliness is not opposed to love but thrives on it. Father Richards stresses that a relationship with Christ reveals the meaning of a man's life and his identity as a man. He inspires men to become the true heroes they long to be--men of authentic courage, compassion and integrity. This is a highly readable book for men by a man who knows how to talk to men about the things that matter most.
Review
A gifted and captivating speaker, preacher, retreat master and author, Father Larry
Richards holds the answer to some of life's most profound questions. He speaks from
experience as a pastor of an inner city parish, a high school chaplain, a counselor and
evangelist. Fr. Larry Richards has directed hundreds of Retreats, Parish Missions and
Conferences for young and old alike. His inspirational talks and presentations, always
authentic and enthusiastic, have changed the hearts, minds, and lives of millions of
listeners worldwide. He continues to accept invitations for speaking engagements all over
the United States and in Canada and has recently traveled abroad to continue his mission
of evangelization.
"Father Larry talks straight to men in his own manly style. He pulls no spiritual punches--I don't think he knows how to! He pokes, pushes, sometimes verbally slaps men into being God's men, all with an obvious love for them and faith in their ability to persevere to heaven."
-- Dr. Ray Guarendi, radio host and author
"Be a Man is a must-read for all men who are serious about strengthening their relationship with God. This exceptional book speaks clearly and directly, challenging men to live their faith with courage and conviction. Be a Man is a spiritual wake-up call that offers a refreshingly honest presentation of what it means to be a man of God. With a unique blend of humor, passion, and frankness that has become his trademark style, Fr. Larry Richards explores how a Christ-centered male spirituality fosters growth in holiness, and inspires men to become loving servants of their wives, families, and the Church."
-- Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers , Author, Behold the Man
Be a Man!
Provides guidance to men on how to focus on goals, acknowledge one's faults, and have a meaningful relationship with Christ to find faith, strength, and genuine love.
Provides guidance to men on how to focus on goals, acknowledge one's faults, and have a meaningful relationship with Christ to find faith, strength, and genuine love."
Behold the Man
Lucid and inspiring, Behold the Man is a unique exploration of Catholic spirituality for men. Much of the literature written for Catholic men focuses on topical issues such as fatherhood and sexuality. While this book does not exclude these subjects, it is the first to present a comprehensive picture of Catholic male spirituality. What is authentic male Catholic spirituality? What distinguishes it from Protestant male spirituality? How does masculine spirituality complement feminine spirituality? These questions and many more are answered in this book. Drawing from Scripture and Church teaching, the author roots Catholic male spirituality in a covenant relationship with God and the cross of Jesus Christ. He demonstrates that when a man embraces the cross he is truly able to be himself—the man that God created and calls him to be. Behold the Man can deepen a man’s experience of Christ and help him to know the Lord more intimately.
A Catholic Vision of Male Spirituality Harold Burke-Sivers ... A Man and His God. notre Dame: ave Maria Press, 1988. ... Richards , Fr . larry . Be a Man ! Becoming the Man God Created You to Be. San Francisco: Ignatius Press, 2009."
Lessons Learned From Star Trek
This is the third edition of "Lessons Learned from Star Trek". This updated e-book is a collection of articles, which in an entertaining way, discuss important philosophical and moral issues, that our world is facing, by using the themes from the science fiction series, Star Trek. If you are a Trekkie, nor never heard of the TV series; this book is for everybody, and provides an entertaining overview of the franchise. Our world is facing so many problems today, and humanity needs to look to the lessons seen in Star Trek, as the perfect guide to help all of us discuss as a society, on how we can come together to create a better world. The world needs Star Trek, now, more than ever!
Fr . Larry Richard's “Be A Man!: Becoming the Man God Created You to Be”, Daniel Abramowicz's “The Road to Spiritual Fitness: A Five-Step Plan for Men”, Dr. Meg Meeker's “Boys Should Be Boys: 7 Secrets to Raising Healthy Sons”, “ Man and ..."
The Catholic Gentleman
What it means to be a man or a woman is questioned today like never before. While traditional gender roles have been eroding for decades, now the very categories of male and female are being discarded with reckless abandon. How does one act like a gentleman in such confusing times? The Catholic Gentleman is a solid and practical guide to virtuous manhood. It turns to the timeless wisdom of the Catholic Church to answer the important questions men are currently asking. In short, easy- to-read chapters, the author offers pithy insights on a variety of topics, including • How to know you are an authentic man • Why our bodies matter • The value of tradition • The purpose of courtesy • What real holiness is and how to achieve it • How to deal with failure in the spiritual life
“More than ever, we need a book to reflect on, challenge, and guide men in authentic masculinity—and this is it. I highly recommend it!” – Fr . Larry Richards , Author, Be A Man ! Becoming the Man God Created You to Be “Sam Guzman has ..."
Because of Our Fathers
A father has a crucial role and responsibility as the spiritual leader of his family. Many problems in the Church and culture today can be traced back to fathers neglecting this responsibility, and failing to realize that their children's relationship with God depends predominantly on their example. The man as the spiritual head of the household is not an outdated Biblical cliché, but rather a spiritual, biological, and sociological truth that modern man has forgotten. The results have been cataclysmic for our modern culture and Church. Because of Our Fathers makes the compelling case for a father's essential and primary role in the spiritual lives of his children in three ways: 1) Presenting clear Church teaching on parenting and fatherhood 2) Presenting strong evidence from studies on the crucial role of the father 3) Testimonies of twenty Catholic men and women whose fathers inspired them to love Christ and his Church. These powerful testimonies will inspire men to consider more carefully the amazing privilege and gift that God has given them to be living examples of the love and faithfulness of our Father in Heaven. Among those telling stories about their fathers are well-known Catholic leaders such as Patrick Madrid, Abby Johnson, Bishop Joseph Strickland, Fr. Paul Scalia, Jesse Romero, Fr. Rocky, Anthony Esolen, Christopher Check, and Fr. Gerald Murray. The other contributors give additional powerful testimonies of their fathers' influence that led them to the Catholic Church. Our families, culture and Church will continue to suffer, says Tyler Rowley, until an authentic Catholic fatherhood is restored among the faithful. Speaking directly to Catholic men today, Rowley uses the moving stories of these twenty fathers to inspire them to educate their children in the faith, and not allow our modern culture to replace their Christian identity.
“More than ever we need a book to reflect on, challenge, and guide men in authentic masculinity—and this is it. I highly recommend it!” — Fr . Larry Richards , Author, Be A Man ! Becoming the Man God Created You to Be READ ON FOR AN ..."
Men of the Bible
Men of the Bible offers both men and women a fresh way to read and understand the Bible--through the eyes and hearts of the men whose stories unfold in its pages. This unique book takes a close-up look at fifty-two men in Scripture--complex flesh-and-blood characters whose strengths and weaknesses will seem strangely similar to your own. Heroes and villains, sinners and prophets, commoners and kings--their dramatic life stories provide you with a fresh perspective on the unfolding story of redemption. Though our culture differs vastly from theirs, the fundamental issues we face in relation to God and the world remain the same. We still reach for great dreams and selfish ambitions. We wrestle with fear and indecision, struggle with sexual temptation, and experience the ache of loneliness and the devastation of betrayal. And, like many of these men, we long to walk more closely with the God who calls us into an intimate relationship with himself and who enables us to fulfill his purpose for our lives. Men of the Bible offers men and women today a unique devotional experience that combines five elements. Each week becomes a personal retreat focused on the life of a particular man: Monday: His Story--a narrative retelling of the biblical story Tuesday: A Look at the Man--focusing on the heart of the man and how his story connects with your own life Wednesday: His Legacy in Scripture--a Bible study on principles revealed through the life of the man Thursday: His Legacy of Promise--Bible promises that apply to his life and yours Friday: His Legacy of Prayer--praying in light of his story Designed for personal prayer and study or for use in small groups, Men of the Bible will help you make Bible reading a daily habit. Whether you dip into portions or read every page, this book will help you grow in character, wisdom, and obedience as a person after God's own heart.
A One - Year Devotional Study of Women in Scripture Ann Spangler and Jean E . Syswerda Women of the Bible focuses on fi y-two remarkable women in Scripture — women whose struggles to live with faith and cour- age are not unlike your own."
Disaffiliating Ministry
This book argues for new ministerial postures and practices in light of the challenges college men in the United States face negotiating spirituality and gender. Young people require ministers who can accompany them from a range of spiritual commitments as they confront dynamics of power, intimacy and responsibility.
My first memory of the all-male dormitory for first-year students on my campus was walking through the halls to find that on ... In Larry Richards , Be a Man : Becoming the Man God Created You to Be (San Francisco: Ignatius, 2009), 7–8."
Edutivity: Warna-Warni Nusantara
Indonesia adalah negeri yang kaya akan warisan budaya. Kita bisa menemukan aneka makanan, pakaian, permainan tradisional, rumah adat, bahkan kebiasaan unik saat memakai kerajinan tertentu. Sungguh sayang jika keanekaragaman budaya itu hilang begitu saja. Buku ini sangat istimewa. Kita akan diajak untuk mengingat apa saja yang masih bisa kita lakukan untuk melestarikan keanekaragaman di Indonesia tercinta. Tradisional tidak selalu terkesan kuno lho. Kita masih bisa menggunakannya dalam kehidupan kita saat ini. Kira-kira, apa saja itu ya? Baca cerita selengkapnya di buku ini dan mulailah bangga dengan Nusantara kita yang penuh warna-warni indah. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Indonesia is a country rich of cultural heritage. We can find variety of traditional food, clothes, games, houses, and also unique customs of wearing specific handicrafts. It would be a terrible loss if this colorful culture just disappeared. This special book reminds us what we can do to help preserve the cultural diversity in Indonesia. Being traditional does not mean being ancient. We can live the traditions in our daily life. What could those be? Let’s get to know more from the stories in this book. Let’s be proud of the beautiful colors of our archipelago.
It would be a terrible loss if this colorful culture just disappeared. This special book reminds us what we can do to help preserve the cultural diversity in Indonesia. Being traditional does not mean being ancient."
The Friendship Project
Michele Faehnle and Emily Jaminet are busy wives, mothers, and volunteers. They are also friends, Catholic speakers, and the dedicated coauthors of Divine Mercy for Moms, which continues to inspire women to come together to pray, study, and live in friendship around the Divine Mercy devotion. In the midst of their active lives, Faehnle and Jaminet found themselves missing their old friends and searching for new ones. They also realized that they needed to continually work to develop deep, meaningful relationships that would allow them to be themselves, to care for others and be cared for, and to deepen their Catholic faith. In The Friendship Project, Faehnle and Jaminet explore the cardinal and theological virtues with an eye toward friendship. Focusing on faith, hope, love, prudence, gratitude, loyalty, generosity, and prayerfulness, they help us answer questions such as, “What does it mean to be women of hope, and how does that change our lives and make us more compassionate friends during difficult times?” and “How does prayerfulness teach us how to listen to and talk with both God and our friends, which helps us reach out to those we love?” Faehnle and Jaminet answer these questions and more by employing Church teaching and telling us stories of their own friendships and those from the lives of saints and biblical women—including the Blessed Virgin Mary and St. Elizabeth, St. Thérèse of Lisieux and her sister Servant of God Léonie, and Sts. Perpetua and Felicity. Not only will you be drawn closer to friends both new and old but you’ll also be reminded how these friendships—and the virtues you practice to nurture them—draw you closer to God. Prayers, discussion questions, and a study guide make this a perfect resource for women’s groups
I am sure some of you are laughing that I am the one to write the foreword to this wonderful book on friendship ... if we are women or men, God created us for friendship and anything that can make us better friends is a gift of God."
GOD'S WORD for Boys Blue Hardcover
The popular GOD'S WORD for Boys and GOD'S WORD for Girls now have new illustrations that will capture children's imaginations as they bring the Bible to life. These children's Bibles still include exceptional helps specially designed for the unique needs and interests of boys and girls ages 8 to 12, including book introductions, devotionals, biographical sketches of genuine heroes and heroines, details of a life in Bible times, and challenges to make right decisions and choose worthwhile values. These features help boys and girls develop a healthy and godly personal identity, guiding them past our culture's deceptive stereotypes and into sound and successful relationships with God and others.
Boys, now you can have your very own Bible with tons of great features made just for you: Book Intros--tell you the big ideas in the book you're about to read Devotions--help you read, think, and pray Genuine Heroes--show you men of the ..."
The Practical Works of the Late Reverend and Pious Mr. Richard Baxter,
With a Preface; Giving Some Account of the Author, and of this Edition of His Practical Works Richard Baxter ... Man's Soul being made apt for perpetual duration , is truly faid to be Immortal : For God having made it a fimple Spirit ..."
The Book of Genesis
Understand how it all happened-the fall, the flood, and more. Discover how Genesis' people, promises, and events impact your life today. Get insights into faith, blessings, and God's great plan for you-and the world.
Understand how it all happened-the fall, the flood, and more.The Smart Guide to the Bible: The Book of Genesis helps you discover how the people, promises, and events in the Book of Genesis impact your life today."
CSB Study Bible for Boys
Now boys can discover God's special plan for them to become men of true Christian character in these unique study Bibles designed just for them. The CSB Study Bible for Boys includes these features specially designed for the unique needs and interests boys ages 8 to 12: - Book introductions. Descriptive features that highlight the contents of each book of the Bible. - Good Morning, God. Brief devotionals that encourage boys to read, think, and pray about their personal lives and relationships. - Genuine Heroes. Biographical sketches of men boys can admire and emulate. Men's World. Details what life was like for a man in Bible times. - Be All You Can Be. Challenges boys to act appropriately, make right decisions, and choose worthwhile values. - Drawings, illustrations, and maps. Supplements to assist understanding of the Bible in proper context. Alongside the Christian Standard Bible translation, these features help boys discover a healthy and godly personal identity, guiding them past culture's deceptive stereotypes and into sound and successful relationships with God and others.
- Good Morning, God. Brief devotionals that encourage boys to read, think, and pray about their personal lives and relationships. - Genuine Heroes. Biographical sketches of men boys can admire and emulate. Men's World."
GOD'S WORD for Boys Blue Prism Duravella
The popular GOD'S WORD for Boys and GOD'S WORD for Girls now have new illustrations that will capture children's imaginations as they bring the Bible to life. These children's Bibles still include exceptional helps specially designed for the unique needs and interests of boys and girls ages 8 to 12, including book introductions, devotionals, biographical sketches of genuine heroes and heroines, details of a life in Bible times, and challenges to make right decisions and choose worthwhile values. These features help boys and girls develop a healthy and godly personal identity, guiding them past our culture's deceptive stereotypes and into sound and successful relationships with God and others.
Boys, now you can have your very own Bible with tons of great features made just for you: Book Intros--tell you the big ideas in the book you're about to read Devotions--help you read, think, and pray Genuine Heroes--show you men of the ..."
CSB Study Bible for Boys Brown, Wood Design LeatherTouch
Now boys can discover God's special plan for them to become men of true Christian character in these unique study Bibles designed just for them. The CSB Study Bible for Boys includes these features specially designed for the unique needs and interests boys ages 8 to 12: - Book introductions. Descriptive features that highlight the contents of each book of the Bible. - Good Morning, God. Brief devotionals that encourage boys to read, think, and pray about their personal lives and relationships. - Genuine Heroes. Biographical sketches of men boys can admire and emulate. Men's World. Details what life was like for a man in Bible times. - Be All You Can Be. Challenges boys to act appropriately, make right decisions, and choose worthwhile values. - Drawings, illustrations, and maps. Supplements to assist understanding of the Bible in proper context. Alongside the Christian Standard Bible translation, these features help boys discover a healthy and godly personal identity, guiding them past culture's deceptive stereotypes and into sound and successful relationships with God and others.
- Good Morning, God. Brief devotionals that encourage boys to read, think, and pray about their personal lives and relationships. - Genuine Heroes. Biographical sketches of men boys can admire and emulate. Men's World."
CSB Study Bible for Boys Charcoal/Orange, Wood Design LeatherTouch
Now boys can discover God's special plan for them to become men of true Christian character in these unique study Bibles designed just for them. The CSB Study Bible for Boys includes these features specially designed for the unique needs and interests boys ages 8 to 12: - Book introductions. Descriptive features that highlight the contents of each book of the Bible. - Good Morning, God. Brief devotionals that encourage boys to read, think, and pray about their personal lives and relationships. - Genuine Heroes. Biographical sketches of men boys can admire and emulate. Men's World. Details what life was like for a man in Bible times. - Be All You Can Be. Challenges boys to act appropriately, make right decisions, and choose worthwhile values. - Drawings, illustrations, and maps. Supplements to assist understanding of the Bible in proper context. Alongside the Christian Standard Bible translation, these features help boys discover a healthy and godly personal identity, guiding them past culture's deceptive stereotypes and into sound and successful relationships with God and others.
- Good Morning, God. Brief devotionals that encourage boys to read, think, and pray about their personal lives and relationships. - Genuine Heroes. Biographical sketches of men boys can admire and emulate. Men's World."
God's Word for Boys
This easy-to-read Bible also includes an introduction to each book of the Bible, brief devotionals, advice on worthwhile values for boys, and biographical sketches of Old and New Testament heroes.
ow , for the first time ever , boys can discover God ' s special plan for becoming a man of true Christian character in this unique study Bible designed just for them . GOD ' S WORD for Boys includes these exceptional age - specific ..."
What a Son Needs From His Dad
Encouragement and Wisdom on Fathering Boys No one can prepare a son for life better than his father. Dads are role models and this book encourages fathers to grow into the kind of men they want their sons to become. Practical topics include preparing boys for work, marriage, sexuality, friendships, and their relationships with God. The author researches and speaks on family issues, and is also a dad himself. Originally published as How a Man Prepares His Sons for Life. Updated by the author.
Encouragement and Wisdom on Fathering Boys No one can prepare a son for life better than his father. Dads are role models and this book encourages fathers to grow into the kind of men they want their sons to become."
The Practical Works of the Late Reverend and Pious Mr. Richard Baxter, in Four Volumes
Why all the powers of your Soul are as it were afleep till Confideration awake them , and fet them on work : And what the better are you for being men and having Reafon , if you have not the Ufe of your Reafon when you nced it ?"
The Book of Daniel
Be Inspired. Be Informed. Be Prepared. The Book of Daniel is really two books in one as you'll discover in The Smart Guide to the Bible: The Book of Daniel. You'll be inspired by Daniel's integrity in part one. As a young man in Babylonian captivity, Daniel's faith and courage led him to famously interpret the King's dream and to survive being cast in a furnace. And, you'll be amazed by Daniel's God-given prophecies in part two. Many of these events have already taken place or are now unfolding exactly as predicted. This Smart Guide will help you understand-and be prepared for-God's triumphant plan. Be Smart About: Obeying God Priorities Prophecies & Prophets Trusting God Spiritual Warfare God's Sovereignty End-of-the-Age Powers And More Smart Guides Are for Everyone The Bible is loaded with valuable insights for every area of your life. The Smart Guides to the Bible let you easily uncover them all-even the passages you once thought were hard to understand. Whether you're new to the Bible, a long-time student of Scripture or somewhere in between, you'll appreciate the many ways the relevant helps on each page lead you to get the most out of God's Word.
Be Inspired. Be Informed. Be Prepared. The Book of Daniel is really two books in one as you'll discover in The Smart Guide to the Bible: The Book of Daniel. You'll be inspired by Daniel's integrity in part one."
Handboek voor de Engelsche letterkunde van Lawrence Minot tot op onzen tijd
For you hare but mistook me all this while : What is become of Bushy ? where is Green ? ... My gay apparel , for an alms - man's gown ; Would they make peace ? terrible hell make war My figur'd goblets , for a dish of wood ; Upon their ..."
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