Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle Livres

Come spend 52 weeks with St. Faustina! Perfect for any time of the year, this collection of weekly meditations and activities by EWTN host Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle, author of The Domestic Church: Room by Room, guides readers on a 52-week spiritual pilgrimage through the life and teachings of the Secretary and Apostle of Divine Mercy, St. Faustina Kowalska (1905-1938). Writing in her usual loving, thoughtful style, Donna-Marie offers readers a light-filled retreat, helping them welcome the grace and power of St. Faustina's spiritual path of mercy and trust into their lives. Drawing deeply upon the wealth of spiritual insight and truth in the Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska: Divine Mercy in My Soul, Donna-Marie shares with the reader the fruits of her own discipleship at the feet of St. Faustina and other great saints of mercy, such as St. John Paul II and St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta. Rich, beautiful, inspiring, this book will help bring light into your life, and prepare you to share that light with others, as well!

Noted author and speaker Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle has given modern women an important guide to letting the rays of Divine Mercy touch them, transform them, and flow from them to the world. Covering both blessings and burdens, Donna-Marie's survey of key moments in the lives of modern Catholic women will equip those looking ahead to these milestones and help guide the reflections of those pondering the past in their hearts to see all through the lens of Divine Mercy. Written with her usual loving, reassuring faith, Donna-Marie's book is the perfect gift for the women in your life.

Focusing on the lives of courageous military women, this work highlights their unwavering faith, hope, humility, and love. The author, a bestselling and award-winning writer, emphasizes that their heroism extends beyond the battlefield, intricately shaping their everyday lives. Through powerful storytelling, the book celebrates the resilience and contributions of these remarkable women, showcasing their impact on both military and civilian spheres.

Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle is a Catholic author, a radio and television host, and an inspirational speaker known and admired from coast to coast. Yet with all of her public exposure, she has revealed very little about her personal history, that is, until now. When she discovered that sharing her struggles gives encouragement to others, she was persuaded to write this story of her life. Growing up in a Polish-American Catholic family, Donna-Marie was blessed with hard-working parents who provided a stable home for their eight children. At times her childhood was golden and carefree, but other times it was tarnished by pain that she felt was best left unspoken as she sought God for help and strength. After she left home after high school, her path took some harrowing turns. A Vietnam veteran fiancé snapped and held her against her will. She suffered pregnancy loss, serious illness, divorce, and single motherhood. Perhaps her greatest trial was an epic custody battle in which she needed to defend both her reputation as a mother and the safety of her five children. Yet through all the dark valleys, Donna-Marie kept the fire of her faith burning. Helping her to see the beauty of the crosses in her life, and to rely on the presence and the providence of God, were saintly souls who became her friends and mentors. One of these was Blessed Mother Teresa, who was her confidant and spiritual mother for ten years.

Focusing on the often-overlooked realm of angels, this book reveals their true existence and role in protecting and guiding humanity, rooted in Catholic teachings. It aims to enlighten young readers and their families about the angelic presence in salvation history, emphasizing their significance in the life of Jesus and their continuous service to God. Additionally, the book includes a chapter dedicated to special prayers, encouraging readers to connect with their angelic companions and fostering a deeper understanding of this invisible world.

Exploring the intersection of family life and spirituality, this book emphasizes the importance of shared meals as a means to nurture both physical and spiritual well-being. It offers insights and practices that encourage meaningful conversations and connections at the dinner table, fostering a sense of community and faith within the family. Recognized for its contributions to family life, it serves as a guide for parents seeking to enrich their family dynamics through intentional dining experiences.

The book features delightful illustrations and a catchy rhyme that convey the message that prayer can happen anytime, not limited to specific moments. It emphasizes that God is always attentive and enjoys hearing from children, encouraging them to reach out in prayer throughout their day.

O'Boyle reflects on the presence of Christ in every aspect of a woman's life - as the source of her dignity, her strength, and her joy. In a conversational tone she highlights how the sacraments, the virtues, prayer, Mary and the saints, the works of mercy, and various devotions and practices all offer women grace and guidance for their lives.

The book offers moments of inspiration from beloved saints, encouraging readers to emulate their virtues and seek their intercessions. It includes heartfelt prayers, such as a specific invocation to St. Padre Pio, emphasizing the importance of humility, simplicity, and obedience. Readers are guided to understand the power of suffering in alignment with God's will while making personal requests for grace and support. This collection serves as a spiritual resource for deepening one's faith and connection to these revered figures.

When dirty dishes and laundry pile up, it’s easy to believe that the call to sanctity is for someone else. But this inspiring book written by a Catholic mother of five and based on the teachings of Mother Teresa shows us how faith can support mother's in their most holy task—raising children.