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FrJacob Powell

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in Lubbock, Texas, The United States

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Salve Regina Media

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Father Powell is a native Texan who grew up in a Roman Catholic family. He is one of four children who attended a non-denominational school with very few Catholics. He began learning and loving his Faith by altar-serving and having faith-based discussions with friends and teachers. Through prayer and study, he discerned a call to the priesthood. After a year of college at Texas Tech University, he joined the Conventual Franciscans in the St. Bonaventure Province. After nearly two years of further discernment, he left the order and returned to Texas Tech University for another year of learning. By the end of this year, he decided to join the Diocese of Lubbock, Texas. He was sent to St. Charles Borromeo Seminary for two years to finish his d ...more

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FrJacob Powell I am hoping to soon publish a book about redemptive suffering. The book intends to help the reader better understand suffering from God's perspective,…moreI am hoping to soon publish a book about redemptive suffering. The book intends to help the reader better understand suffering from God's perspective, understand how God is able to transform trials into triumph, and use the many tools God has given us to grow in holiness through our sufferings. This is a Catholic book intended to accompany the reader through the practical spiritual practices that will foster spiritual growth and a more intimate union with God. (less)

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	The Saving Power of Suffering: A Practical Catholic Guide by FrJacob Powell (Goodreads Author), Shawna Navaro (Editor) 4.60 avg rating — 20 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Praying With Our Sorrowful Mother 4.71 avg rating — 17 ratings — published 2023 — 9 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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