Book Reviews If you've read a great book recently that you would like to share with others, please provide a review and mail it to our and we will post it on this page.   Each link will open a new page at Chapters.ca Introduction to the Devout Life - St. Francis De Sales, John Ryan, 1972, 320 pages A spiritual masterpiece for all Christians, Introduction to the Devout Life is rich with spritiual reflections and excercises. It mandates a slow, reflective read. The book focuses the reader on their past and present life rallying them to purge themselves of past sin and affection for present sins. St. Francis recommends spiritual exercises to avoid future spiritual decline, and unites the reader's future devotion with God. Introduction to the Devout Life is a "life" changer. Pilgrim's Regress - C.S. Lewis, 1998, 277 pages The first book written by C.S. Lewis after his conversion, The Pilgrim's Regress is the record of Lewis's own search for meaning and spiritual satisfaction, a search that eventually led him to Christianity. This brilliant, Bunyanesque allegory tells a fascinating story and constitutes an effective Christian apologia.  Mere Chrisitianity - C.S. Lewis, 1997 Mr Lewis tells, in a very easy to understand way, why Christianity makes perfect sense. This book has caused my faith in Jesus Christ to grow. I know that I am a better man for reading it. I chose this book as a subject for my Philosophy final report. I now can say that in no small part, because of Mr Lewis's work, I have philosphy I can call my own. A must read for anyone searching for the deeper purpose in life.  Screwtape Letters - C.S. Lewis, 1998, 128 pages As the senior devil advises his young apprentice in leading humanity astray, Lewis delves into question about good and evil, temptation, repentance, and grace, offering knowledge and guidance to all who are trying to live good Christian lives.  Show Me God - Fred Heeren, 1997, 397 pages. Stephen Hawking, NASA leaders, and Nobel prize-winning astronomers talk about how their discoveries have affected life's big questions. Topics include the creation and fine-tuning of the universe, the purpose of life, and the nature of God.  Author Fred Heeren tells why even Einstein had to revise his thinking to bring it in line with the Bible's claims.  You'll learn why many leading scientists today are bringing God into the equation.  Did Adam and Eve Have Bellybuttons? - Matthew Pinto, 1998, 270 pages Teenagers ask tough questions, and then they want short answers. Matt Pinto, not so long out of his own teenage years, delivers. This is the book I recommend be put in the hands of any teen who wants to know in brief terms what the Catholic Church is, why it believes what it believes and why it does what it does, and what difference it all makes to folks like you and me. I recommend the book strongly, and suggest it as an excellent gift idea for parents, grandparents, and Confirmation sponsors.  The Joy of Music Ministry - John Michael Talbot, 2001, 111 pages  This is a wonderful guide in the search for a deeper understanding of the importance of music in the Church. It includes biblical and historical overviews on the use of music in the Church. Topics as varied as praise versus performance, the need for study, integrity and cooperation are some of the foundations of music ministry covered in the chapter titled, “The Master Musician”. This book is a powerful look at music ministry and a tool to help anyone seeking to improve their musical gifts in God's service, in being Christ for one another through music.