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#Catholic audio book club download

#Catholic audio book club download

To download a free audio version of this book from Alleluia Audiobooks, click on either of the links below: Learn about St Kateri Tekakwithas brave confession of the Catholic faith in the face of persecution, her fervent prayers and intense penances. Saint Kateri’s fidelity to grace revealed itself particularly in the virtue of penance. Saint Kateri Tekakwitha was a he roic virgin, convert, and penitent her natural virtue shined forth from her childhood, predisposing her to accept the light of the Gospel. To download a free audio version of this book from Librivox, click on either of the links below: Love, history, theology, suspense, and an array of colorful characters are sewn inexorably together in this large and compelling story. Edmond Campion and Queen Elizabeth herself. The many characters we meet ring true, whether they are brilliant or superstitious, stalwart or wavering, pious or violent and it is a great privilege to spend time with such towering historical figures as St. As the threads of plot are woven tighter, heroes emerge, sometimes most unexpectedly, as they grapple with theological doubts and conflicts, and undergo extreme suffering and loss. On the other hand, for various reasons some Catholics give up their inherited faith, and even betray and persecute their fellow-religionists. They are subject to fines, imprisonment, torture and ignominious death for practicing their faith. Life is very difficult for Catholics during those times. The attractive young scions of the families are drawn to each other in friendship and love, but are kept apart by their opposing religions. Balancing themes of self-advocacy and self-discovery with comedy and romance tropes, this is a must-read for queer teens growing into their own.Two wealthy families are neig hbors in Elizabethan England one is staunchly Catholic and the other is devoutly Protestant.

'Full of heart, humor, and a swoon-worthy romance, The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School is the recovering Catholic school student's road to healing. Aiden Thomas, New York Times–bestselling author of Cemetery Boys

'This book is a warm, protective hug for teens who are fighting to be seen as themselves in a world that wants them to hide.' Julie Murphy, #1 New York Times–bestselling author of Dumplin' 'With off the charts heart and humor, The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School is an immediate favorite. This heartbreakingly honest and funny novel explores the joys and turmoil many queer teenagers experience.' 'Author Sonora Reyes gives the reader insight into being at war with yourself. 'The portrayal of found family and the threads of love and acceptance woven into this story make it a satisfying read with a hopeful ending. Shortlisted for the National Book Awards for Young People's Literature (US)įinalist for the William C Morris Award for debut authors writing for teens (US)

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WWSGD: What would a straight girl do?īy turns hilarious, poignant, and searingly honest, The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School explores the joys and heartaches of stepping into your full truth in a world that, too often, tells queer people of color not to be too much of themselves. If word got to her mom, she could face a lot worse than rejection. Either way, she isn't ready to make the same mistake again. But Yami isn't sure if she likes Bo or if she's just jealous of her unapologetic nature. The thing is, it's hard to fake being straight when Bo, the only openly queer girl at school, is so annoyingly perfect. Granted, she's never been great at any of those things, but that's a problem for Future Yami. But at least here no one knows she's gay, and Yami intends to keep it that way.Īfter being outed by her crush and ex-best friend before transferring to Slayton Catholic, Yami has new priorities: keep her brother out of trouble, make her mom proud, and most importantly, don't fall in love.

Seventeen-year-old Yamilet Flores prefers drawing attention for her killer eyeliner, not for being one of the only Mexican kids at her new, mostly white, very rich, Catholic school. Sonora Reyes' debut YA novel is a knockout-a sharply funny and incredibly moving portrait of a queer Mexican American girl learning to celebrate who she is at her very core.