Eternal life under the microscope

Many Catholics leave the Church to seek refuge in Eastern religions, searching for a spirituality with greater depth than they find in Catholic tradition. Yet they do not need to look elsewhere. Ralph Martin has created a gem among guides for those who want to embark on the path to holiness, written in a superb, accessible style that engages the modern reader. Anyone – whether priest, religious, or layperson – looking for a complete roadmap for the spiritual journey will find it in this book.

The author's particular genius lies in making the deepest spiritual treasures of seven Doctors of the Church accessible: Thérèse of Lisieux, Teresa of Ávila, Catherine of Siena, Augustine, John of the Cross, Francis de Sales, and Bernard of Clairvaux. These seven giants clearly show the path that leads to the goal of our lives – union with God in eternity, where all our desires are fulfilled.

Full of understanding for human weaknesses, this inspiring work serves as a reliable map on the journey to eternity. Whenever we need guidance on a particular stretch of the road, we can return to it again and again. The wisdom of these saints is reliable, timeless, and always ready to lend a helping hand whenever we need it.