If you are looking for some good books to read, I highly recommend the following books:
1. My Catholic Faith (Most Reverend Louis LaRevoire Morrow, S.T.D.)
This book is an excellent place to start when learning The Faith. It is simple and rich with information.
2. The imitation of Christ (Thomas A Kempis)
The imitation of Christ literally changed my life. It is such a beneficial book for the spiritual life. It is most helpful when it is read only one chapter at a time. That way you have time to reflect and meditate on what you have read.
3. My Daily Bread (Anthony J. Paine, S.J.)
This is a summary of the book “The Spiritual Life” it is truly food for the soul. The book is pocket size so you can take it with you just about anywhere. Each chapter is very short, but it is best to read this one Chapter at a time like Imitation, so the information really has time to sink in.
4. Butler’s Lives of the Saints
If you can get your hands on this one do it! I have an abridged version, so the passages are short and simple but inspirational nonetheless!
I also advise you in your journey to stick with books that were written before the 1960’s that have both a Nihil Obstat and an Imprimatur so that you can be sure that what you are reading has no obstacles to the faith, and so you can have peace of mind knowing that you are safe in the arms of Holy Mother Church. Be careful of getting your information from the internet as there are lot of opinions and misinformation out there that can lead people away from the Faith. It is always safest to read books approved by the Church! Happy reading!
