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God's Doorkeepers: Padre Pio, Solanus Casey And Andre Bessette
"I look on my whole life as giving, and I want to give and give until there is nothing left to give."--Solanus Casey, from the Introduction
Padre Pio and Andre Bessette would have readily agreed with Solanus Casey even though, on the surface, none of the three had much to give. All grew up in humble circumstances, each suffered poor health, and none achieved academic distinction or prominent positions in their religious orders. They were, to all appearances, the sort of people others overlook.
Yet in their lifetimes, untold numbers found physical and interior healing through their ministries, and since their deaths their fame has grown enormously. Their secret was the secret of every successful Christian life: In complete humility, they abandoned themselves to the will of God.
Bessette and Casey literally answered the door at their monasteries, and Pio was something of a spiritual doorkeeper in the confessional. God's Doorkeepers reveals how these miracle-workers, in spite of their lowly circumstances, inspired and continue to inspire those who seek a healing encounter with God.
Padre Pio and Andre Bessette would have readily agreed with Solanus Casey even though, on the surface, none of the three had much to give. All grew up in humble circumstances, each suffered poor health, and none achieved academic distinction or prominent positions in their religious orders. They were, to all appearances, the sort of people others overlook.
Yet in their lifetimes, untold numbers found physical and interior healing through their ministries, and since their deaths their fame has grown enormously. Their secret was the secret of every successful Christian life: In complete humility, they abandoned themselves to the will of God.
Bessette and Casey literally answered the door at their monasteries, and Pio was something of a spiritual doorkeeper in the confessional. God's Doorkeepers reveals how these miracle-workers, in spite of their lowly circumstances, inspired and continue to inspire those who seek a healing encounter with God.
162 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 1, 2006
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May 18, 2020
Inspiring
This book makes you want to take your Catholic Faith seriously and to strive to be a saint, even if a hidden and unrecognised saint.
This book makes you want to take your Catholic Faith seriously and to strive to be a saint, even if a hidden and unrecognised saint.
April 26, 2021
Many people love to criticize religion. This wonderful portrait of three Saints reminds us that miracles and healings still happen. Some things are true whether you believe it or not!
March 29, 2025
Excellent books about these three 'doorkeepers'.
January 18, 2013
This is a very good book about three holy men whose lives and experiences show the power of faith and God's continued action in our lives. There isn't much original here if you have read books about Solanus, Padre Pio, or St. Andre Bessette, but the author does a great job of laying out their lives, their holines, their humility, and the wonders worked in God's name through their intercession. Holy Simplicity is a significant attribute of each of these men and the author does a great job of showing this. The last paragraph of the book is a fitting way to end this review:
"Andre, Solanus and Pio came from marginal beginnings, and they struggled a bit to find their way. They faced failure and hostility. Yet they knew what they wanted to do: to dwell in the house of the Lord and serve God and God's people, especially the poor in body and spirt. Our true vocations can emerge in doing the same."
"Andre, Solanus and Pio came from marginal beginnings, and they struggled a bit to find their way. They faced failure and hostility. Yet they knew what they wanted to do: to dwell in the house of the Lord and serve God and God's people, especially the poor in body and spirt. Our true vocations can emerge in doing the same."
January 31, 2011
A great introduction to Padre Pio, Solanus Casey, and Andre Bessette, this book is also a quick read. Schorn offers mini-biographies of these three saintly men, but nothing heavy. Perfect if you're looking for lighter spiritual reading!
November 29, 2015
A short, fast-paced, and highly enjoyable introduction to Saint Padre Pio, Venerable Solanus Casey, and Brother Andre. Even if you already know their lives, you will still find this book a treasure.
Very inspiring and highly recommended.
Very inspiring and highly recommended.
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