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How to solve the problem of too many books.

So many great books, and not enough time to read?

This is a common problem for many of us, but we have a solution... AUDIOBOOKS! There is so much pleasure in listening to a great book while driving, cooking, hiking, working out, gardening, or relaxing at the beach. These books are available on Audible.com so you can enjoy the same rich content on the go!
When we're out of answers, it's time to get in the saddle.

What happens when a writer, preacher, and lover of words encounters some of creation’s wisest theologians…horses? Slowly she allows them to draw her out of the faith of intellect and into a deeper faith of emotion, body, and soul.
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Simple and profound insights about the spirituality of family life

“In this short book Rolheiser shows how living our vocation to the full - whatever it may be - is the key to spiritual fulfillment.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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A riveting story of community, prayer, and faithful friendship

“During these uncertain times we find ourselves in, Hope Upon Impact is a story that uses one family’s walk through tragedy to prove that hope and faith will see us all through to the other side.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Finding the sacred in the most ordinary moments of life.

“It didn’t take me more than one chapter to realize that I’d found a book full of both peace and profundity. It’s out of the quiet paying attention, to the quiet or not so quiet of our everyday lives, that God speaks to us — and all things profound start there.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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A sympathetic and imaginative portrayal of a great Saint

“Ms. Murray has provided an interesting and insightful biography on St. Clare. The book weaves the story of this courageous and committed woman of faith and her relationship with Francis while also weaving in the cultural influences of the era that so impacted her life and legacy.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Get to know the beloved saint of Assisi by hearing his very own words

“Wonderful look into the spiritually brilliant, yet under-appreciated mind of arguably the most recognizable Saint. Sweeney does a fantastic job prefacing specific writings by Francis as well as providing historical and biblical context to them.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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A rich connection to the stability and wisdom of monastic life

At a time when many of us feel “confined to our cell,” Benet Tvedten's classic, lighthearted book on applying monastic values to our modern lives offers meaning and purpose.
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Making beauty a priority in our lives

“This book will help you take pauses in your day to reflect and recognize the beauty that is all around you, in every minute. Many of us don't know how to be quiet and still and listen, and Bill's book encourages us to pause, settle in, and enjoy our lives.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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In our troubled world, faith might be closer than we know

Cry, laugh, and marvel at this true story that causes us all to ponder how to cultivate the spirituality of everyone in our lives, young and old.
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Struggling to Understand Suicide

“There is something wonderful about this "delicate" subject being laid out clearly and with warmth... Simple, clear, comforting, and not so long that someone trying to understand what has happened cannot read for deep peace; highly recommend” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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The most helpful grieving book I've found!

“Grief is personal...but to someone new to grief, with no time to prepare, this book validated the feelings I was experiencing and reassured me that I was not crazy...that others had felt the same.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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John Gray’s debut novel, Manchester Christmas, is now available as a dramatic performance-enhanced audiobook. This heartwarming story with its wide variety of characters, mysterious plot points, and picture-perfect descriptions of the cozy, snowy New England town will make you want to sit by the fire and spend this Christmas in Manchester.
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The amazingness of animals familiar and wonderfully strange

“I wept just reading the introduction. My animal-loving children are loving and learning not only about our earth but about our God.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Beautifully written and illustrated, I would say let your heart be broken open by this amazing book.”⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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