Servant Books announces the release of Purity 365: Daily Reflections on True Love, a new book from popular author Jason Evert. Knowing the unpure forces young people face everyday in our mass media culture, Evert has collected daily reflections on purity for every day of the year. If you've ever felt alone in your efforts to live a clean life, read these quotes and remember that real men and women are fighting the same fight every day. Chris Padgett, author of Not Ready for Sex, Not Ready for Marriage commented that Purity 365 is "an excellent book -- quick and simple, yet the messages are powerful, practical and possible in their application."

"My Vocations," a blog for Catholic women, recently posted a review of Graced and Gifted: Biblical Wisdom for the Homemaker's Heart by Kimberly Hahn:  

"Mrs. Hahn writes in a manner that is very easy to follow. I was able to read this book in three days, even with the time constraints in my last day of school, two preschoolers, a husband and housework to tend to."

Read the complete review here.

"Transitus Tiber," a blog for Catholics, recently posted a review of 150 Bible Verses Every Catholic Should Know  by Patrick Madrid:

"This book, I would put on my list of "life changing books". Seriously? Seriously. The only other books on that (short) list is Archbishop Sheen's autobiography, the Holy Rule of St. Benedict, and of course, Sacred Scripture. There is so much meat in this little book, but not sending anyone into the deep throes of theology. Patrick Madrid (who I'm slowly becoming a fangirl for) offers short and sweet meditations, applications, and just general thoughts on verses from Scripture. And he doesn't all pick the feel good Scriptures, either. He devotes an entire chapter to 'Death, Judgement, Heaven, and Hell'. Who feels good about Hell? Considering many people think Hell doesn't exist, it is refreshing to see Hell talked about - with Scriptural backup (ta da! Apologetics!)."

Read the full review here.

"Sound Mind and Spirit," a blog for Catholics, recently posted a review of  God, Help Me: How to Grow in Prayer:

"The challenge of committing to purposeful prayer is to take our natural habits and push past them to develop new, healthy “supernatural” habits, similar to adopting a physical work out schedule that over time supersedes our natural habit, or desire, to be at rest. Our spiritual life is a journey, always moving, either toward or away from God. Beckman presents an effective analogy of that spiritual journey compared with the Lord of the Rings movie trilogy. (You’ll have to read the book for the fascinating details.)"

Read the complete review here.

"My Vocations," a blog for Catholics, recently posted a review of Be Holy: A Catholic's Guide to the Spiritual Life :

"It seems like I (for the most part) get just what I need when it comes to the Catholic Company's Reviewer Program... And in this one, Fr. Thomas Morrow really comes across as that 'dad' who warns and guides you, without taking a preachy tone.

The book starts out with discussions on what happens if you do (or don't) establish a life of holiness. What I liked most is that it explains that you don't need to recite a Litany of the Hours when just starting out, to be holy- God will reward your baby steps until you're running a marathon.

Part two is the 'meat" of living a holy life--Prayer--and all its forms, difficulties and rewards. I especially liked a story Fr. Morrow tells about a woman that was experiencing a low in her life as a wife and mother of four. Literally, it was the narration of my life as a mother and wife... do I really think my life would be just like hers if I did what she did? I don't know. But I do know that God wants me to open my life to him in prayer as much as possible."

Read the full review here.

"The Good Life," a blog for Catholics, published a review of Hiking the Camino: 500 Miles With Jesus:

"The connection between the human body and soul and Christ’s sacrifice on the cross becomes palpable in Hiking the Camino. Fr. Dave is brutally honest about the pain of walking mile after mile, day after day. Pain is an unavoidable reality for every pilgrim on the Camino. Like so many Christian writers before him, Fr. Dave explains that pain and suffering can bring us close to God if only we will make it our companion instead of our enemy."

Read the complete review here.

"Divorced Catholic Moms," a blog for Catholics, published a review of Hiking the Camino: 500 Miles With Jesus:

"This book chronicles the trials and tribulations (and exultations) of Fathers Dave and Joe over the course of their Camino adventure.  At 135 pages, it’s a quick read.  And it’s totally delightful.  I just love reading books by priests who are ‘down to earth’ and show us just how much like “us” they are.  This is that kind of book."

Read the complete review here.

"This, That and the Other Thing," a blog for Catholics, published a review of Surprised by Canon Law, Volume 2:

"The answers given in the book are clear and concise. The questions are in bold-faced type so it is easy to skim the book for answers to particular questions. It doesn't deal with doctrine, but rather with the way things are done. If you are REALLY interested in Canon Law, you can find the whole code online. If you are more normal, I'd suggest this book, as well as the first volume in the series."

Read the full review here.

"Philosopher Mom," a blog for Catholics, has posted the following review of Spiritual Freedom: God' Life-Changing Gift:

"Fr. Pivonka does a wonderful job of bringing it down and--most importantly of all--giving flesh and blood to the idea of true freedom. Through stories gleaned from his extensive ministry, he invites the reader to encounter men and women who have chosen the truth. And the truth set them free."

Read the complete review here.