Audiobooks by Joan Chittister

The Liturgical Year: The Spiraling Adventure of the Spiritual Life - The Ancient Practices Series

"A journey of the soul through the map of Christian time. The liturgical year, beginning on the first Sunday of Advent and carrying through the following November, is the year that sets out to attune the life of the Christian to the life of Jesus, the Christ. What may at first seem to be simply an arbitrary arrangement of ancient holy days, or liturgical seasons, this book explains their essential relationship to one another and their ongoing meaning to us today. It is an excursion into life from the Christian perspective, from the viewpoint of those who set out not only to follow Jesus but to live and think as Jesus did. And it proposes to help us to year after year immerse ourselves into the sense and substance of the Christian life until, eventually, we become what we say we are-followers of Jesus all the way to the heart of God. It is an adventure in human growth; it is an exercise in spiritual ripening. A volume in the eight book classic series, The Ancient Practices, with a foreword by Phyllis Tickle, General Editor. A study guide is included in the audiobook companion PDF download."

Joan Chittister (Author), Deborah Seidel, Karen Ireland (Narrator)

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Catching Fire: Being Transformed, Becoming Transforming

"Beloved author, elder, and wisdom holder Sister Joan Chittister invites listeners into a rich landscape of questions and topics illuminating to those of many traditions. How do we face unbearable hurt and struggle? When we feel lost, alone, and in despair, how do we spark the divine fire within? What are our unique gifts, and to what purpose are we meant to use them? For over four decades, Sister Joan Chittister has inspired countless readers to expand the nature of their faith—to live wider, deeper, and more fully engaged in a world that needs us. Recorded at Mount St. Benedict Monastery, these immersive conversations speak to a wealth of topics relevant to contemplative Catholics, Christians, and anyone seeking inspiration from a wise and heartful fellow traveler on the spiritual path. With her, listeners will explore how to embrace the hidden gifts of struggle and regret, clarify our purpose, and experience the last third of our lives more richly. Here, Sister Joan puts special emphasis on the 'prophetic spirituality' of Jesus: his mission not only as a healer but as a prophet—one who perceives and takes action in the face of injustice and inequality. 'God created the world, but God did not complete it,' she reflects. 'That task is left to you and me.' With Catching Fire, we are invited to embark on our own journey of self-transformation—and to transform, in turn, everyone and everything we encounter. Topic highlights: • How our purpose unfolds—both intentionally and organically • Prayer as a means to see the world as God sees it • How courage arises out of a contemplative life • How our challenges strengthen, soften, and deepen us • Prophetic spirituality—contending with injustice and standing for equality and compassion • On aging well with self-confidence and grace • The wisdom of Teresa of Avila, Catherine of Siena, and other women mystics • Experiencing every moment as a holy moment, and more"

Joan Chittister (Author), Joan Chittister (Narrator)

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The Time Is Now: A Call to Uncommon Courage

"A beloved nun and social activist offers a soul-stirring guide for all who feel disillusioned and dissatisfied with the power-hungry institutions and systems of this world   "A cri de coeur against the status quo and for a bold spirituality to fight injustice."-The New York Times   In The Time Is Now, Sister Joan Chittister-a rabble-rousing force of nature for social justice and fervent proponent of personal faith and spiritual fulfillment-draws on the wisdom of prophets, both ancient and modern, to help us confront the societal forces that oppress and silence the sacred voices among us.    Pairing scriptural insights with narratives of the truth-tellers that came before us, Sister Joan offers a compelling vision for readers to combat complacency and to propel ourselves toward creating a world of justice, freedom, peace, and empowerment.   For the weary, the cranky, and the fearful, this energizing message invites us to participate in a vision for a world greater than the one we find ourselves in today. This is spirituality in action; this is practical and powerful activism for our times. Praise for The Time Is Now "For decades Chittister has been a prolific author and advocate for women and social justice inside and outside the realm of the Catholic Church. Here she shares her perspective on the current state of equity, social justice, and the environment and calls on all Christians to explore the traits of prophets, many of which they can find within themselves . . . offering motivation as well as ways to accomplish change."-Booklist   "A series of short essays to encourage and refresh the spirit of activists . . . applicable to both progressive and conservative Christians. Will appeal to spiritual readers seeking an encouraging book for social justice advocacy."-Library Journal (starred review)"

Joan Chittister (Author), Joan Chittister (Narrator)

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