Investigating Medjugorje

In this treatise, St. Catherine of Genoa provides a detailed and mystical understanding of purgatory. She describes it as an interior fire that purifies the soul, removing the stains of sin. The treatise emphasizes that while the souls in purgatory experience great suffering, they also experience joy and a deepening love for God. Catherine explains that the suffering in purgatory is not just a punishment but a manifestation of God's love, which burns away the rust of sin, allowing the soul to become pure and ready for heaven. The work is divided into seventeen chapters, each exploring different aspects of purgatory, including the state of souls, their joy and suffering, and the necessity of purgatory for the soul's purification[1][3][5].

In this book, John Thavis delves into the secretive and complex process by which the Vatican evaluates supernatural events. He examines the tension between traditional beliefs and contemporary skepticism, highlighting the Church’s struggle to balance rational faith with the passion of its more zealous followers. The book covers various topics such as the power of religious relics, private revelations, exorcisms, and the role of miracles in the sainthood process. Thavis also sheds light on Pope Francis’s approach to these issues and the internal debates within the Vatican[1][3][4].

In 'Please Don't Eat the Daisies,' Jean Kerr humorously delves into her life as a playwright, mother of four lively boys, and wife to a drama critic. The book is a collection of essays and anecdotes that capture the everyday trials and tribulations of family life with sharp wit and humor. Kerr masterfully turns ordinary family moments into laugh-out-loud stories, reflecting on the balancing act between her professional career and home life. The book also includes parodies of literary works and insights into the theatre industry, making it a timeless treasure that resonates with anyone who has faced the unpredictable joys and tribulations of everyday life.

This autobiography, written by St. Thérèse of Lisieux, is a spiritual memoir that includes her childhood, her life in the Carmelite convent, and her final days. The book is divided into three parts, each written at different times and for different recipients. It details her 'Little Way' of making small efforts to please God and her experiences with faith, suffering, and her vision of heavenly life. The book has been translated into many languages and is considered one of the top 10 spiritual books of the 20th century[3][5].