Columba Books

As we mourn the passing of Pope Francis, we invite you to honour his legacy with this beautifully produced commemorative souvenir book documenting his historic visit to Ireland.

🕊️ A moving tribute to a life of service, compassion, and faith
📸 Features powerful images from the World Meeting of Families
📰 Includes reflections and reporting by The Irish Catholic journalists

📘 A timeless keepsake to cherish and remember
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Let his message of peace live on in your home

In the final book of his “Jesus trilogy”, Peter Keenan, in this thought-provoking study, explores how Jewish traditions - particularly the enriching genre of midrash - have shaped the evangelists’ accounts of Jesus’ death and resurrection. Midrash works by employing earlier stories and traditions to elucidate later situations. Available now at https://columbabooks.com/

Hugh MacMahon's 'Voices from the Desert' presents an authentic understanding of Christianity. Readers looking to unravel the lost legacy of the Skelligs will appreciate its clarity and relevance.

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Did Croagh Patrick's event pique your interest regarding Ireland's rich tradition of pilgrimages? Dr Louise Nugent's highly readable book 'Journeys of Faith' is a must-have when it comes to understanding medieval Ireland's pilgrims.

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Today the human spirit cries out for help.Anxiety levels are rising to new heights. Depression strikes one in four of us. But in the midst of these tensions, there is a growing hunger for a happier life. Millions are now asking themselves, in the words of Mary Oliver, ‘What is it you plan to do with your one, wild and precious life?’

‘The Happiness Habit’ available here: https://columbabooks.com/shop/authors/daniel-oleary/the-happiness-habit/

The Happiness Habit is written for all who believe in humanity – its promise, its passion, its power – and for those who are ready to nourish the divine beauty of their hearts. Beautifully crafted and lovingly presented, it is the perfect gift to give yourself, or someone you care about.

‘The Happiness Habit’ is your angel in disguise.Don’t miss it: https://columbabooks.com/shop/authors/daniel-oleary/the-happiness-habit/

Fr Daniel O'Leary's spirituality is a source ofinspiration & solace to countless people. Hisbestselling Habit trilogy is a wonderful aid toachieve mindfulness. These little books act astonics for your spirit. Find the first one on ourwebsite!

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What the Desert Fathers had to say about Christianity and their own spiritual practices is as relevant now as it has been through the ages.

Despite the many visible changes in the world, the inner hopes and struggles of humans remain unchanged.

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Columban Fr Hugh MacMahon's condensed and explanatory version of John Cassian's 24 famous 'Conferences' makes for" an engrossing read".How did the Desert Fathers of Egypt inspire the Irish monks of Skellig Islands?

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Voices from the Desert presents an authentic understanding of Christianity separate from the institutional and theological prisms that came later. Individuals looking for a fresh view of what it means to be a Christian, or to understand the Skelligs’ legacy, will appreciate its authenticity, clarity and relevance.

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Fr Bryan Shortall OFM Cap joined the Capuchin order in 1987 and was ordained to priesthood in 1995.

He has worked in various ministries to date, included the school and hospital chaplaincy and local leadership int he Capuchin order.

His first book with Columba was ‘Tired of All the Bad News’ in 2016 and in 2020 he debuted with ‘Sending the Positive Vibes’.

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Sometimes when we look at drawings or images of medieval saints we could be fooled into thinking that perhaps, because he was a monk or she was a nun, they are pious or gentle or easily fooled. In many cases that couldn’t be further from the truth. – Bryan Shortall.

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