Cultivating God's Presence is an invitation to a journey of personal renewal.This book explores the essence of New Monasticism and introduces us to patterns and rhythms for living which cultivate God's presence in our everyday lives. Inspired by the accounts of Celtic monastics, Richard Roberts blends their example with personal experience and biblical insights to create a fresh approach to Christian living, fit for the twenty-first century.From developing a personal rule of life to understanding the heart of hospitality and the idea of thin places, the author delves into the heart of Celtic spirituality. He explores rhythms of prayer and contemplation, offering insights on how to integrate these ancient practices into the fabric of daily life. With a focus on living out the gospel in tangible ways, Cultivating God's Presence aims to empower believers to embody the love of God in their communities and beyond.This book is more than just a guide—it's an invitation to encounter the living God in profound ways. As one reader aptly describes, ‘There are few books that when I read, I don’t want to put down, fewer still that when I have read, I want to read all over again. This is one such book.’ Read more

Our simple church services register book is in matte hardcover and portrait.You will find columns for the following entries:DateDayHourServiceOfficiantAttendance (sub-divided into 'Under 16 and 'Over 16')CommunicantsPreacherSubjectNotesCollectionsThere are 190 pages for entries so will suit both small and large church communities. Read more

This prayer journal is an excellent tool for strengthening your relationship with Christ, whether you want to focus on personal worship or participate in a Bible study with a larger group of believers.This beautiful boho-themed prayer journal will help you develop a closer relationship with Christ. The book is 6 x 9 inches in size and contains 120 pages for Bible study and reflection on the benefits of having a relationship with God. Read more

Young Brother Cyril is devastated.He’s right at the start of his monastic life. Everything looked so promising, but now it’s all been ruined by one glib, unthinking remark. He will be a laughing stock forever. What can he do to restore his self-esteem?Then he has his glorious idea. He decides to write a book about the monks of his community, asking each about the purpose and direction of their lives.Threading through Brother Cyril’s conversations with the brothers of St Alcuins Abbey, however, are some of the stories that can never be written — stories of the heart, and of private and personal struggle — like Brother Felix wrestling with scrupulosity and shame, or Father Francis deciding to lay down what meant so much to him.On the way, Brother Cyril learns more than he expected. What begins as an attempt to prove his own worth becomes, in the end, a book of gratitude.Brother Cyril’s Book is the second volume in the second series of The Hawk and the Dove novels. It follows on from This Brother of Yours. The stories follow a sequence, but each can be read individually. Read more

In the Early Middle Ages, the Irish temperament 'individualistic, poetic, and deeply loyal to family 'produced great and learned saints and a unique monastic literature. Before the Norman Invasion, the isolation of the island allowed the development of traditions quite different from those of the continent or Britain. The rules, maxims, litanies, and poems of early Irish monks convey the spirituality of the Isle of Saints in the sixth to eighth centuries. Read more

Brother Philip, not to put too fine a point on it, is something of a prat.Quick with the unthinking jest, deaf to nuance, he annoys the other novices, and exasperates the senior monks. Now, coming to the end of his novitiate, his vocation is feeble at best. Does he have it within him to join, for life, the community of St Alcuins? Can St Alcuins find space for him?Brother Felix could hardly offer a more striking contrast – acutely intelligent, genuinely humble, painfully scrupulous, driven by shame. Felix is vulnerable, yet his intellectual gifts and sense of call fully justify Abbot John’s decision to send him south from Yorkshire to Cambridge, there to study for a year and be ordained.Now Felix is in trouble (he is given to self-harm) and John resolves to fetch him home. But the journey, lasting weeks, is tough and dangerous. Whom can he spare? Who has the authority?His choice, Father William de Bulmer, is appalled to learn his travelling companion will be Brother Philip, whose popular songs and stupid jokes are gratingly familiar.As they set out, will William find the capacity to tolerate the brash young man? Can the crustiness of one, and the immaturity of the other, make space for mutual respect, and the possibility of friendship?The Hawk and the Dove novels can be read in any order, but do follow a sequence. This volume follows on from Brother Cyril's Book. Read more

Based on the biography of Hilda (or Hild) that appears in Bede’s Ecclesiastical History, Simon Webb’s new book tells the story of a much-loved Northern Saint. Abbess of Whitby and friend of Aidan, Hilda was one of the most influential women of the Anglo-Saxon age. Read more

‘Poignant, moving, rich with imagery and emotion … Modern readers will easily identify with each character in Wilcock’s timeless human dramas.’ – Midwest Book Review14th century Yorkshire: the time of Chaucer.Injured in an attack by old adversaries, Father Peregrine has gradually transformed from a steely, articulate, impressive leader into a humbled, crippled, wise mentor. Relying on the kindness of his fellow monks, the fiercely independent abbot begins to regain his feet.But he faces a fresh challenge. Three days’ ride to the southwest lies the Augustinian Priory of St Dunstan. The Priory is the domain of Prior William, whose calculating self-interest makes enemies everywhere. When William and Peregrine cross swords over a matter of justice masked as doctrine, will ruthlessness triumph over integrity?The series continues with The Long Fall. Read more

Struggling to shepherd your teenaged son with minimal drama and angst? Discover how to use gentle guidance to raise your boy into a man.Has your little pal become the enemy? Are you battling to contain rebellion without crushing his spirit? Do his moodiness and antagonism constantly disrupt your household? As co-founder of The Children’s Education Centre in England, Bukky Ekine-Ogunlana’s passion for helping youth has guided her approach to teaching. Now this community leader shares how all moms and dads can steer their young men into well-adjusted, responsible adulthood.Parenting Teen Boys in Today’s Challenging World: Proven Methods for Improving Teenagers Behaviour with Whole Brain Training is a must-have guide to successfully surviving the drama of male puberty. Walking families through gender-specific insights, techniques that promote positive rearing, and personal anecdotes to illustrate examples, Ekine-Ogunlana provides straightforward solutions to conquer this difficult stage of life. And as you focus on building intentional communication and support in your parent-child relationship, you will improve his chance for a fulfilled future.In Parenting Teen Boys in Today’s Challenging World, you’ll discover:Ways to get inside his developing brain, so you can relate to your son in a constructive mannerTips and methods for handling his and your anger to easily and skillfully resolve conflictBulletproof strategies to manage a range of attitudes and actions to help your child navigate change and emotions with confidenceHow to recognize depression and anxiety in adolescence to nurture well-being and mental healthPositive discipline tactics, techniques to keep your home from turning into a battlefield, and much, much more!Parenting Teen Boys in Today’s Challenging World is a comprehensive resource to get your son to manhood with grace and peace, and is part of the Parenting Teenagers series. If you like encouraging advice, insightful summaries of adolescent development, and easy-to-duplicate strategies, then you’ll love Bukky Ekine-Ogunlana’s essential conversation.Buy Parenting Teen Boys in Today’s Challenging World to conquer the conflict with confidence today! Read more

This year’s Advent Devotional invites you to embark on a pilgrimage.In this four week devotional you will consider and journey alongside those who travelled the road that first Advent season. Together we will explore the journeys of Zachariah, Elizabeth, Joseph, Mary, the Shepherds, the Wise Men, Simeon and Anna and from them learn how we too can travel well in our own pilgrimage. Read more

In the Presence of the Savior is a 40-day Lenten devotional that invites you to embark on a transformative journey through the Gospel of Luke, focusing on the life, teachings, and presence of Jesus. This devotional experience offers a gentle rhythm of Scripture readings, daily breath prayers, and weekly Visio Divina (sacred looking) exercises, designed to lead you into a deeper, more intimate relationship with the Savior during the sacred season of Lent.Each day of this journey begins with a passage from the Gospel of Luke, chosen to highlight the heart of Jesus' ministry and the message of His Kingdom. From His early teachings to His final arrival in Jerusalem, you will follow Jesus through the scenes of His life, reflecting on His words, actions, and the invitation He extends to each of us to come closer to His heart.This devotional is ideal for anyone looking for a slower, more intentional Lenten season, where Scripture, prayer, and art come together to deepen your faith. In the Presence of the Savior is not just a journey through the pages of the Gospel — it is an invitation to step into the very presence of Jesus, to sit at His feet, and to hear the whisper of His voice calling you to follow Him. Read more

14th century Yorkshire: the time of Chaucer.Sometimes things must get worse before they get better. Lent is cold, wet and austere, and the brothers long for their new abbot, John Hazell, to take up the reins.But on the first day of John's abbacy, Prior William de Bulmer rocks up at their door, seeking refuge from his numerous enemies. His priory is a charred ruin, and he has nowhere else to go.Appalled to be taking in this man who so ill-treated their beloved former abbot, the community must address old resentments and new divisions. Can grace prevail? Will their refugee receive healing – or spread poison?In her fourth book in the series, Penelope Wilcock explores the difficulties of seeing someone else's point of view, and the cautions necessary to rebuild trust. What really is the hardest thing to do?The story takes the reader through every day of Lent in 1320, starting with Ash Wednesday and ending on Easter Day.“You will love this novel.” – Liz Curtis Higgs, New York Times bestselling authorThe series continues with The Hour before Dawn. Read more

The accompanying workbook for the free six week course 'growing a rule of life'. Read more

Nothing more powerful to overcome thoughts of fear, anxiety, and panic than directing our attention to God; even in the midst of difficult times.This journal contains my personal compilation of 185 verses to overcome fear and anxiety.It allows you to journal your thoughts and bring each bible verse into your daily life, to help you experience more peace of mind.It is estimated that about 20% of people live with anxiety, which leads them to suffer anguish, and experience constant thoughts of fear.Anxiety generally occurs as a result of:Traumatic situations that we cannot controlLack of money to meet our financial responsibilities and needs.Diseases of your own or loved ones.Work stressToxic relationshipsBeing a victim of abuseFear of academic tests.Feeling of guilt for past mistakes.Unknown experiences.Discussions and problems with family or friends.Fear that our children may be in danger.Living in conflict zones.Doubts about the future, and many other situations.God is no stranger to these tribulations of humanity.Here I share my humble compilation of bible verses to overcome anxiety and stress.You will also have access to complementary audiovisual material to help you overcome anxiety.Enjoy it.Important: This book should not be considered as a replacement for professional help in treating any medical condition. Read more

The Cistercian movement swept across Europe in the 12th century, founding monastic movements as it went, and greatly influencing every area of religious and secular life. This is an account of the founding and development of the order, with descriptions of the monastic life. Architectural practice and the design precepts of the monasteries are considered, suggesting reasons why these beautiful, rural retreats have such an enduring appeal. The book provides a guide to all the Cistercian abbeys founded in the Middle Ages, with maps covering the whole of Europe and information regarding the architectural style and accessibility of the abbeys. An appendix gives information on those abbeys which have been converted into hotels, guest houses and restaurants." Read more

Released three times a year, the 'Ora et Labora' journal exists to help you find the presence of God in your everyday life.Following the liturgical year the journal includesExplanations on how to get the most out of your journalAn introduction to the liturgical year as followed by the Church of EnglandA guide to composing your own rule of life written by Br David VryhofThe New Zealand Night PrayerIntroductions and reflections for each liturgical seasonInspiring seasonal artwork by Graham StevensWeekly and daily examen promptsDaily lectionary readingsDaily journalling pages for the seasons of Lent and Easter (March 5th - June 7th) Read more

In his introduction to this commentary on the Rule of Benedict, Abbot Georg Holzherr offers this analogy: “The Rule is comparable to an old heavy red wine that is enjoyed in small sips. . . . Head and heart, soul and mind should taste the words of the Rule, just as the eye enjoys the color of the wine while tongue, nose, and mouth take in the delightful gift of God each in their own way.”  In this new translation, based on the completely revised seventh edition of DieBenediktsregel, Holzherr has created a profoundly rich commentary using up-to-date research methods and the latest translations of ancient monastic texts. At the same time, this commentary is meant not only for experts in the field of ancient monasticism but also for all lay and monastic readers interested in delving into the teachings and spirituality of Saint Benedict and his spiritual predecessors in the East and in the West. This edition also features a completely revised and expanded introduction and commentary. New research in the field of early monasticism is offered, including new insights into the monastic life of women. Finally, the updated bibliography and a detailed index are valuable tools for anyone wanting to explore the extraordinary world of Saint Benedict. Read more

These works by Sister Bartolomea Riccoboni offer an intimate portrait of the women who inhabited the Venetian convent of Corpus Domini, where they shared a religious life bounded physically by the convent wall and organized temporally by the rhythms of work and worship. At the same time, they show how this cloistered community vibrated with news of the great ecclesiastical events of the day, such as the Great Western Schism and the Council of Constance. While the chronicle recounts the history of the nuns' collective life, the necrology provides highly individualized biographies of nearly fifty women who died in the convent between 1395 and 1436. We follow the fascinating stories that led these women, from adolescent girls to elderly widows, to join the convent; and we learn of their cultural backgrounds and intellectual accomplishments, their ascetic practices and mystical visions, their charity and devotion to each other and their fortitude in the face of illness and death. The personal and social meaning of religious devotion comes alive in these texts, the first of their kind to be translated into English. Read more

A short companion book created with the Assisi Fellowship this companion book looks at Franciscan Spirituality coming from a Low/Evangelical position and seeks to be more accessible for those coming from those traditions as well as being a handy companion book when you may not have any idea of what to pray.Not intended as a replacement for any prayer book but as a companion and complimentary to those full and comprehensive books and highlights the Assisi Fellowship as something different within Franciscan expression. Read more