Ordained a Franciscan priest in 1983, Albert Haase, OFM, (www.AlbertOFM.org) is a popular preacher in both Catholic and Protestant churches and a teacher of spiritual formation. For 5 years, he was the co-host of the weekend show, ""Spirit and Life,"" heard on the national Relevant Radio Network. A former missionary to mainland China for more than 11 years, he is the author not only of the audio series, THE LORD'S PRAYER: A Summary of the Entire Gospel, published by Learn25.com, but also of fourteen best selling books on popular spirituality. He is also the presenter on five best selling streaming videos available: CATCHING FIRE, BECOMING FLAME: A Guide for Spiritual Transformation, KEEPING THE FIRE ALIVE: Navigating Challenges in the Spiritual Life, COME, FOLLOW ME: Six Responses to the Call of Jesus, SAYING YES: What is God's Will for Me?, and THE BE ATTITUDES: Ten Paths to Holiness. Each program consists of six 30-minute presentations and includes a Group Discussion Guide.
"""This is a wonderful aid for those whose churches follow the liturgical year. My church does not but many of us from such backgrounds find ourselves longing for a richer rhythm through the year than just Christmas and Easter. This book is a wonderful introduction into a rhythm many of our fellow saints have followed for centuries, one that allows us to read, pray, and reflect with much of the global church."" --Bob on Books"