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Bound by Faith: Inspiring Reads— Make Them Yours

Posted on December 09, 2025 in: News

Bound by Faith: Inspiring Reads— Make Them Yours

Last week in our Bound by Faith series, we highlighted three inspiring books written by authors right here in our own diocese—works that beautifully reflect the faith, wisdom, and lived experience of our local Catholic community. If you missed it, you can find those featured titles below, along with links to explore more from each author.

 

              

 

She Loved: Resting in the Beauty of Motherhood

By Suzanne Bilodeau

Amazon: Hardcover available now —
https://www.amazon.com/She-Loved-Resting-Beauty-Motherhood/dp/1935940414

Ascension Press: Also carried by the publisher —
https://ascensionpress.com/products/she-loved-resting-in-the-beauty-of-motherhood

 

The Catholic Charismatic Renewal Revisited

By Rev. Raymond Introvigne and William Ayles, D.D.

Amazon: Paperback & Kindle editions —
https://www.amazon.com/Catholic-Charismatic-Renewal-Revisited/dp/B0DSTT1SXX

(Also available via Barnes & Noble:)
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-catholic-charismatic-renewal-revisited-william-ayles-dd/1146821904

 

Beloved Disciple: Living Out Your Marian Consecration Daily

By Fr. Josémaría M. Barbin, F.I.

Amazon: Booklet edition in stock —
https://www.amazon.com/Beloved-Disciple-Fr-Josemaria-Barbin/dp/160114086X

Academy of the Immaculate: Also available direct —
https://academyoftheimmaculate.com/products/beloved-disciple

 

Want to hear from the authors themselves?

All three authors have been interviewed on podcasts— often sharing stories, insights, and personal wisdom.

You can view Fr. Josémaría M. Barbin's conversation with Matt Fradd's on Pints With Aquinas – Episode 538

Rev. Raymond Introvigne and William Ayles, D.D., were interviewed by my friend Kiki Latimer on her podcast, The Catholic Bookworm (WCAT Radio) – Episode 144

Suzanne Bilodeau has made the rounds on several podcasts- 


You’ll find engaging conversations that bring their books to life.

By Wayne Gignac

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