Thursday, December 6, 2007

2007 Book inspired by Matt Talbot

For online access to the "Introduction" and "Story of Matt Talbot,"
click the "source" link below.

Comfort my people: prayers and reflections inspired by the venerable Matt Talbot.
"This little booklet by Fr Tom Ryan offers support to people who suffer from problems with alcohol, drugs, gambling, over-spending, over-eating, over-working. Through a mixture of scripture passages,, reflections and prayers it encourages and gives spiritual in times of suffering and stress."

CONTENTS

i. Introduction: The Matt Talbot Novena in Clare
ii. The Story of Matt Talbot



PART 1: REFLECTIONS ON ADDICTIONS AND COMPULSIONS
1. Bent double and unable to stand upright: addiction to alcohol and other substances
2. Come to me, you who are overburdened: gambling
3. Created in God's image: the misuse of food
4. Slow me down, Lord: the need to stop and rest
5. Treasure in heaven: the relentless pursuit of pleasure



PART II: SOURCES OF SPIRITUAL HELP FOR ALL
6. Be reconciled: forgiveness
7. The Eucharist: nourishment for life
8. Mary: comfort of the afflicted
9. Count your blessings: celebrating life



Source: http://www.catholicireland.net/comfort-my-people-prayers-and-reflection-inspired-by-the-venerable-matt-talbot/

To purchase this book online from Veritas Publications, go to www.veritas.ie