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NEW! (Spring 2009) The Tears Of God: Persevering in the Face of Great Sorrow or Catastrophe Fr. Benedict Groeschel, best-selling author and beloved spiritual teacher, writer, and psychologist, wrote this latest book for all those who have suffered great sorrow or catastrophe in their lives and for those close to such persons, who share their deep suffering. Sorrow comes into the life of every person, but only into the lives of some people comes catastrophe. 
These are disasters that occur either suddenly or with terrible effects, like the death of a child. They can be natural disasters like hurricanes, or they can be horrific accidents or
tragedies caused by people's evil acts. They can also arise from wars and situations of great tension.
Fr. Benedict has written previously about faith and sorrow (Arise from Darkness) and seeks in this book to study catastrophes of all different kinds in relationship to our faith in divine providence, in God's goodness and mercy, and finally in the light of Christ's suffering and death. Christianity is the only religion which speaks of a God who suffered a terrible catastrophe--crucifixion and death. Therefore, the Christian must, in the midst of catastrophe, find his way to the foot of the cross, and there he will find answers which cannot be given by any other religious faith. All religions attempt to deal with catastrophe, all confront the mystery of suffering and of evil. Christianity invites you to share the burden of your catastrophe with the person who is our Savior and Redeemer, one who Himself endured great pain and sorrow, the son of God, Jesus Christ. "This deeply moving book draws upon Fr. Groeschel's own experience of catastrophic suffering and his insight as a psychologist and spiritual director. It is a book much needed and will be used to support, to comfort and to pray." -- Cardinal Francis George, OMI Archbishop of Chicago "This book helps us come to grips with the ongoing mysteries of evil in our lives that, if seen in the light of Christ's death and Resurrection, are only steps to be embraced on our way to eternal life in heaven. A truly comforting and encouraging book to embrace the crosses that God allows to come our way." -- Rev. C. J. McCloskey, Author, Good News, Bad News Fr. Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R., is popular around the world for his bold and powerful witness to the Gospel. For many years Fr. Groeschel has tirelessly worked with the poor and needy, 
spoken to tens of thousands of Catholics, and written numerous articles
and books.In May 1987 he founded, with eight other friars, the community of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal. The Community, which follows the Capuchian Tradition, now has over 135 friars and 30 sisters. It is dedicated to preaching reform within the Church and caring for the homeless in the South Bronx and Harlem sections of New York City, as well as in London, Limerick, Honduras and Nicaragua. Fr. Groeschel is Director for the Office for Spiritual Development for the Archdiocese of New York. In 1974 at the request of Terence Cardinal Cooke, he founded the Trinity Retreat in Larchmont, New York, which provides spiritual direction and retreats for clergy. John Cardinal O'Connor appointed him promoter of the cause of Canonization of the Servant of God, Terence Cardinal Cooke, in 1984. Fr. Groeschel earned his doctorate in psychology from Columbia University in 1971 and is professor of pastoral psychology at St. Joseph's Seminary of the Archdiocese of New York as well as an adjunct professor at the Institute for Psychological Sciences in Arlington in Virginia. He has taught at Fordham University, Iona College, and Maryknoll Seminary. He is also chairman of the Good Counsel Homes and the St. Francis House, which provides residence and programs for homeless young mothers and homeless youth. For fourteen years, Fr. Groeschel served as chaplain of the Children’s Village in Dobbs Ferry, New York. 
Fr. Groeschel is host of the television talk program Sunday Night Live with Father Benedict Groeschel,
which is broadcast on EWTN and has written many
books, including -
Arise From Darkness: What to Do When Life Doesn't Make Sense,
The Reform of Renewal,
Rosary: The Chain of Hope, Still
Small Voice: A Practical Guide on Reported Revelations, and
The Drama of Reform, all published by Ignatius Press. When Fr. Groeschel was nearly killed in a traffic accident in early 2004, tens of thousands prayed for his life. Miraculously, he lived. IgnatiusInsight.com interviewed him and asked him about his recovery, what he has gone through since the accident, and his book, Praying To Our Lord Jesus Christ: Prayers and Meditations Through the Centuries. His newest book, The Tears of God, addresses faith, sorrow, and personal catastrophe. • Interview with Fr. Groeschel (June 2004) • Excerpts from The Rosary: Chain of Hope • The Church of Latter Day Sinners Fr. Groeschel's books published by Ignatius Press: • Tears of God • The Drama of Reform • Arise From Darkness: What to Do When Life Doesn't Make Sense • The Reform of Renewal • Rosary: The Chain of Hope • Still Small Voice: A Practical Guide on Reported Revelations • Praying To Our Lord Jesus Christ: Prayers and Meditations Through the Centuries |
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