Ampleforth Abbey Trading Books for Lent

Approaching Easter
by Jane Williams.

Many of us conceive of Lent in a negative way, a time to give things up. Jane Williams encourages us to hear the good news that God loves us, to believe it for ourselves, and to spend the forty days of Lent attempting to find out what it means, even if that involves giving up, for a while, the things that distract us from this knowledge.

Themes of food, power, love, anger, fear and complicity, compassion and waiting are explored through story, spiritual reflection and quotations.

This is a beautiful hardback book illustrated throughout with fine art.
Price: £9.99 / €12.72

A Feast for Lent
by Delia Smith.

This is a Lent Classic, first published in 1983. Delia takes us with her on a voyage of discovery through well-chosen readings, sharing her thoughts and prayers as she reads. It starts with the recognition of our own weakness, reaching out to the compassion of God which brings peace to the converted heart.
Price: £5.99 / €7.63

Life Conquers Death
by John Arnold.

This is the Archbishop of Canterbury's Official Lent Book for 2008 in which the author takes us on a journey of readings and questions that begins with the garden of Eden and brings us at last to the Tree of Life in the New Jerusalem.

In each chapter there is an essay that explores one aspect of the story of God's love for human kind. Using biblical passages, pictures by Rembrandt, and masterpieces of Russian literature, the author moves us from one milestone to the next, stripping our future of the fear of death and presenting us with the greatest gift on earth. Linking the chapters with metaphors of wood, trees and the cross of Christ this book helps us to embrace the passion of Christ and its transforming power.
Price: £8.99 / €11.44

A Turning to God
by Cardinal Basil Hume.

The phrase 'a turning to God' comes from Cardinal Hume's homily for Ash Wedensday 1977 and it is a theme which reappears frequently in his writing and preaching, particularly in his Lenten addresses. This compilation of previously unpublished material takes the reader through Lent, from Ash Wednesday to Easter Sunday, with a reading for each day, a reading from the Lectionary and a prayer based on the liturgical texts.
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Price: £9.95 / €12.67

Lent (for the not so holy)
by Anthea Dove.

The season of Lent is a kind of journey, a pilgrimage perhaps, with the promise of something glorious at the end. The readings used at Mass on the 46 days which include Holy Week, are a guide for us, the pilgrims, and this book is an attempt, often based on those readings, to point the way, to illuminate the journey for people like myself.

The author writes: 'Iam not holy, nor am I a scholar or a theologian, but someone who would like to make a good Lent and to share this walk of faith with others, encouraging them, I hope, to discover their own insights and inspiration, as they face their struggles and dbouts and are consoled and uplifted by the Holy Spirit.' Sorry, TEMPORARILY OUT OF STOCK.

Price: £5.99 / €7.63

Pilgrim Road
…a Benedictine journey through Lent by Albert Holtz OSB.

The author uses his personal journal of a sabbatical year's travels, (or pilgrimage) to provide, day by day, a story, a particular insight, and a passage each from scripture and the Rule to help you through Lent. The outward physical journey runs parallel to the inward spiritual journey through this time of grace to a celebration of Easter.

The chapters (days) have title like 'Letting go of perfection', 'Expecting help' and 'Being unfinished'. Highly recommended. Sorry, TEMPORARILY OUT OF STOCK.

178 pp, pb, Morehouse Publishing
Price: £5.99 / €7.63

Embracing the Sacred Seasons of Lent and Easter
Daily Reflections and Prayers by Janis Yaekel.

Christians, by their very nature, are seekers. We look for direction, we look for fulfillment, and we look for others who want to walk the road with us.

'Embracing the Sacred Seasons' is a guide for our spiritual search, at the centre of which we hope to find God. The unique reflections found here cover the entire seasons of both Lent and Easter. They are based on the daily Scripture readings, and help us take an honest look at our relationship with God. Each is followed by reflection, questions and a prayer.

Let Janis Yaekel take you on a spiritual dance with God as you embrace the sacred seasons of Lent and Easter.
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Price: £10.50 / €13.37

Detox your spiritual life in 40 days
by Peter Graystone.

Don't be put off by the trendy title. This book will help you renew your physical, emotional and above all, your spiritual wellbeing.

Just as a detox uses a healthy routine to get rid of toxins that stop your life reaching its full potential, Peter Graystone's book is designed to help you do away with things that hold back your relationship with God. His day-by-day companion encourages you to break habits, let go of failures, and put regrets behind you. Instead it offers ways to make wise choices, strengthen relationships, and enjoy being a Christian all over again. Because it is completely realistic about the muddle and struggle of everyday life, it will leave you full of energy to follow Jesus joyfully.
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Price: £8.99 / €11.44

A Season for the Spirit
Readings for the Days of Lent by Martin L Smith.

These deeply personal meditations focus on themes of compassion, self-knowledge, wholeness, and reconciliation of the conflicting forces within us.

Drawn from a wide variety of sources, both scriptural and classical, each day's reading consists of a theological reflection, a prayer to the Holy Spirit to bring us deeper into prayer, and a suggestion for further meditation: a passage of Scripture, a quotation from Christian literature, or a spiritual exercise. 'A Season for the Spirit' also contains suggestions for using the book in groups and guidelines for praying with the bible.
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Price: £9.99 / €12.72

Lent and Easter Wisdom from Pope John Paul II
edited by John V Kruse.

This book provides daily reflections for Ash Wednesday to the Second Sunday of Easter. Thoughts from Pope John Paul II are supported by Scripture, prayers, and spiritual-growth activities.
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Price: £6.95 / €8.85

Christ and the Chocolaterie
A Lent Course by Hilary Brand.

This is an original, innovative and lively Lent course inspired by the film 'Chocolat'. Using the film as a starting point for exploring issues about God, the world, and what it means to be human, Hilary Brand has designed five group sessions on the themes of Giving up (the prelude to change), Giving out (the power of a gift), Getting wise (the possibility of change), Getting real (the power of acceptance) and Growing up (the process of change.) Each session includes extracts from the film, group discussion questions, exercises and meditations, suggestions for individual reading and related Bible passages.
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Price: £3.95 / €5.03

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