Offering an abundance of insights into the value of silence, deep faith, trust and interior surrender to God, Father Haggerty also illumines the link between contemplation and love for poverty and the poor, and makes a strong appeal to the importance of prayer as the primary answer to the crisis of faith that afflicts so many people today. Laura Dittus Laura Dittus is a Theology Advisor at EWTN. 800 Cauthen Dr Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Absolutely Brilliant. 57 Renew or manage your subscription here. It is valuable for wherever you are on the road to intimacy with Christ. Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app. I read through it once and I am reading it again. He died on August 19, 1988 in Cocoa Beach, Florida, USA. Thomas McDermott O.P. Perhaps we might realize that spiritually, in all the pain and tragedy of this time, we are more than ever united as a Church that suffers in the Heart of Christ. Donald Haggerty, a priest of the Archdiocese of New York, is currently serving at Saint Patrick's Cathedral in New York City. Donald Haggerty offers penetrating observations of the phenomenon of Christian conversion. It is a time to realize with serious awareness how sacred the Mass must be in our lives, never more to treat it casually, or as a mere social gathering. Fr. Romanus Cessario, O.P. It is not a prepared item on a life's journey. Donald Haggerty, a priest of the Archdiocese of New York, has been a Professor of Moral Theology at St. Joseph's Seminary in New York and Mount St. Mary's Seminary in Maryland. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. The particular way of praying is really a question of personal attraction. Thank you Fr Haggerty for your wisdom. Contemporary spiritual writer Fr. Nor does he compare one hour to the next when he asks us to give ourselves in love in the present hour. The MRC is a research and education organization operating under Section 501(c)(3) of the The book is like a grain of mustard seed; for explain, page 49 has "When God has become real for a soul, he cannot be simply forgotten, dropped and discarded, as one might toss a finished book in a dustbin.God cannot be simply forgotten once a genuine depth of faith has awakened in a soul." Haggerty uses a clear and direct style for which he is justly esteemed, to make the point that conversion is the daily heartfelt response of a disciple to the Master, whether we come to Him later in life or were brought to him as infants in parental arms. Written by a recognized expert on contemplative spirituality, this book concentrates on the mystery of interior trial and difficulty in contemplative prayer. Father Donald Haggerty is the author of books such as Contemplative Provocations . A great sacrifice is being asked, in many lives terribly so, and yet all sacrifice can be fruitful when offered for others. Haggerty provokes, encourages, and reassures Christians who struggle to remain faithful to prayer when the Lord seems to be silent. Reprinted with permission from Ignatius Press. How can we learn to be more contemplative in the midst of this pandemic? Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 12, 2019. He has been a Professor of Moral Theology at St. Joseph's Seminary in New York and Mount St. Mary's Seminary in Maryland and has a long association as a spiritual director for Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity. "Fr. What does it mean to have an interior life? Easily read paragraphs but they are like Spiritual Hand-grenades. ), ( Throughout the book, the writing invites the reader to ponder the subject of spiritual darkness and perplexity and simple struggle in the spiritual life always in the light of the loving hand of God drawing the soul into a greater surrender to himself. She holds a Masters in Theology from Ave Maria University and has contributed to study guides for Jesus of Nazareth Volumes I and II (Ignatius Press). Learn more. All Rights Reserved. A beautiful idea, said Nobel Laureate Roger Penrose, has a much greater chance of being a correct idea than an ugly one., Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them. (Romans 12). This work offers a very fresh, attractive, and compelling challenge, inviting readers to take heart, to expect more, and to give more to the Lord." Sr. Sara Butler, M.S.B.T. Donald Haggerty (Author) 60 ratings See all formats and editions Kindle $13.47 Read with Our Free App Paperback $14.18 23 Used from $9.47 25 New from $13.36 Fr. very well written and spiritually enriching, Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2022. He seeks to learn from those holy men and women who have preceded him and who are masters of the spiritual life. Try again. 58 Fr. In 1956-1957, Haggerty appeared as Sheriff Elder in nine episodes of the syndicated western -themed crime drama State Trooper. The ever renewed invitation to embrace a deeper passion for God is the thematic undercurrent of this inspiring work. : Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2022. A key to spiritual growth is the understanding that the hiddenness of God becomes a paradox in the experience of a soul seeking him wholeheartedly. All Catholics must read. Donald Haggerty, a priest of the Archdiocese of New York, is currently serving at Saint Patricks Cathedral in New York City. Donald Haggerty with our selection at Waterstones.com. Please try again. But the unhealthy consequences of a need for perpetual distraction, and of inattention to God, are serious. George Rutler, Author, He Spoke to Us, The Catholic Church and Conversion (Digital), Ignatius Bible (RSV), 2nd Edition (Digital), Ignatius Bible (RSV), 2nd Edition - Leather. 1998-2023, Media Research Center. He is the author of the recently published "Conversion: Spiritual Insights into an Essential Encounter with God" (Ignatius Press), as well as Contemplative Provocations (2013) and The Contemplative Hunger (2016). I recently attended a talk on Long Island given by Fr. This work offers more than a summary of the symptoms of trial in a contemplative spirituality. Throughout reading this book I experienced a centering on my relationship with God, with no distraction. A personal encounter with the real mystery of a personal God is at the heart of every great conversion. Fr. He has been a Professor of Moral Theology at St. Joseph's Seminary in New York and Mount St. Mary's Seminary in Maryland and has a long association as a spiritual director for Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity. Donald Haggerty,a priest of the Archdiocese of New York, is currently serving at Saint Patricks Cathedral in New York City. No greater tragedy exists for the human creature than to miss being converted. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Fr. This book by Father Donald Haggerty, author of The Contemplative Hunger and Contemplative Enigmas, offers readers a unique step-by-step introduction to the way of contemplation as Saint John understood it and taught ita burning, transformative intimacy with the God who made us. Avila Foundation or school. Reprinted with permission from Ignatius Press. Contemporary spiritual writer Fr. Box 305 Maryknoll, NY 10545-0305 T: (914) 941-7636 x2500 Email: [email protected] I thank the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal for recommending this book. The reflections based upon the Church's rich tradition of contemplative prayer are short and concise, stimulating the intuition. The concise, carefully crafted comments of this book delve into spiritual difficulties and conundrums in a uniquely personal and penetrating manner. To be a 'cradle Catholic' is no license to remain in the cradle. This fine book encourages a conversion of souls to the true challenge of holiness.." Fr. Personal experience, not simply knowledge of the spiritual tradition, informs these insightful reflections. And these most important acts are the offerings it makes for others. Haggerty also explores the fruits of conversion that make the difference between a mediocre relationship with God and a truly holy life. Fr. Some Catholics are having difficulty at this time accepting the inability to receive the Eucharist; how can they better understand the situation and accept it as extended preparation for their next Holy Communion? This fine book encourages a conversion of souls to the true challenge of holiness..", , a priest of the Archdiocese of New York, has been a Professor of Moral Theology at St. Joseph's Seminary in New York and Mount St. Mary's Seminary in Maryland. Fr. , ISBN-10 ", , Professor of Theology, St. John's Seminary, "Abstractions are not the language of God, and that is why St. Francis de Sales said 'heart speaks to heart.' Spiritual Formation Catholic Spiritual Direction, Fr. Don Haggerty was born on July 3, 1914 in Poughkeepsie, New York, USA. Donald Haggerty. I suggest you get this to understand your feelings. Arranged as a collection of concise, meditative reflections, this book discusses the essential elements of a soul's return to God, including the repercussions of sin, the proper understanding of mercy, and the importance of a more radical response to God's will. Romanus Cessario, O.P, Professor of Theology, St. John's Seminary, "Abstractions are not the language of God, and that is why St. Francis de Sales said 'heart speaks to heart.' But repeating slowly, for instance, the words of the Jesus Prayer Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me (us) has a way of opening our interior life over time to a calm certainty of Our Lords presence. Father Haggerty elucidates the interior dynamics of spiritual conversion in a manner that is both phenomenologically alert and psychologically intuitive. It is a time to re-educate ourselves in the importance of reverence and adoration of the sacred realities. A deeper esteem for a contemplative dimension of spiritual life has accompanied this turning to prayer, and many people have a need for some form of direction and guidance. Order Bulk SubscriptionsGet a discount on 6 or more copies sent to your parish, organization print and digital media outlets, dedicated to reporting the truth in light of the Gospel and the It is not something ordinarily sought but, rather, seems to seek out a soul. Virtually every page glistens with the spiritual wisdom of someone who knows and follows Christ. Donald Haggerty, a priest of the Archdiocese of New York and a Professor of Moral Theology at St. Joseph's Seminary in Yonkers, NY. A truly lovely work that could very well become a classic in spiritual writing. The poignant observations have a source in the author's long years of experience in retreat work with souls of contemplative depth. It's so good. https://media.blubrry.com/discerninghearts/www.discerninghearts.com/interviews/Inside_the_Pages-Fr.-Donald-Haggerty-p.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 29:52 20.5MB) | EmbedSubscribe: Google Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | Android | Pandora | iHeartRadio | Stitcher | Podchaser | Podcast Index | Email | TuneIn | RSS | More, Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 29:52 20.5MB) | Embed, Subscribe: Google Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | Android | Pandora | iHeartRadio | Stitcher | Podchaser | Podcast Index | Email | TuneIn | RSS | More. Top subscription boxes right to your door, 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. He has a long association as a spiritual director for Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity. An incisive phenomenological spiritual analysis, Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2018. Something went wrong. Fr. Haggerty provokes, encourages, and reassures Christians who struggle to remain faithful to prayer when the Lord seems to be silent. Haggerty writes about the value of silence, truth, and the need for interior surrender to God. Jacques Philippe Bob Schuchts Father Donald Haggerty Follow to get new release updates and improved recommendations Manage your follows Back to top Get to Know Us Careers Amazon Newsletter About Amazon Sustainability Press Center Donald Haggerty, a priest of the Archdiocese of New York, has been a Professor of Moral Theology at St. Joseph's Seminary in New York and Mount St. Mary's Seminary in Maryland. This work offers a very fresh, attractive, and compelling challenge, inviting readers to take heart, to expect more, and to give more to the Lord." Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2022. The danger is that we begin to lose awareness of the indistinguishable nature of love's demands. 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