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Catholic theologian, author, lecturer, resource person, consultant. Associate Professor Emeritus of Theology at Christendom College, Front Royal, Virginia.

Today is the feast of Saint Bonaventure (1221-1274), Bishop and Doctor of the Church, and early follower of the charism of Saint Francis of Assisi. This outstanding contemplative theologian bequeathed to the whole Church numerous writings that inspire and guide Christians in prayer, aiding them to dwell on the Person of Jesus Christ and grow in love for Him.

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	Never Give Up: My Life and God's Mercy 4.17 avg rating — 47 ratings — published 2010 — 3 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
	The Created Person and the Mystery of God: The Significance of Religion in Human Life 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — published 2003 — 2 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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The Ministry of Fear

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The Inner Experience: Thomas Merton's Unfinished Masterpiece on Contemplation, Bridging Catholic Monasticism and Eastern Meditation Traditions

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“Jesus is God drawn close to our wounded humanity, so close that he takes it upon himself—not merely in some general way but in a way that encompasses each one of us.”
― John Janaro, Never Give Up: My Life and God's Mercy

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“People who are depressed must be distinguished from people who are simply discouraged.”
― John Janaro, Never Give Up: My Life and God's Mercy

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