Msgr. Al's Suggested Reading List

Out of Solitude
Henri Nouwen
A dynamite little book for peace-filled meditation and inspiration.

Perhaps I Love You More - Why Millions Love John Paul II
A collection of Pope’s stories. Beautiful insights into his youth as well as humility after becoming Pope. 

The Cloud of Unknowing
Author Unknown
Medieval spiritual classic; very deep

The Fire Within
Thomas Dubay, S.M.
Teresa of Avila, John of the Cross and the Gospel on Contemplative Prayer

Imitation of Christ
Thomas à Kempis
One of the most popular spiritual books, written late Middle Ages

The Holy Longing
Ronald Rolheiser
A contemporary look at spirituality