ReviewsFor believers, The Way of Serenity provides a roadmap to peace. For non-believers, Father Morris provides a deep incentive to consider the other side., "Father Jonathan Morris explores the richness and depth contained in the seemingly simple Serenity Prayer, and helps show how we can begin to discern God's will in our lives--as well as how to cooperate with Him! Profound truths presented in an engaging and down to earth style." -- Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York "For believers, The Way of Serenity provides a roadmap to peace. For non-believers, Father Morris provides a deep incentive to consider the other side." -- Bill O'Reilly, Anchor, Fox News Channel "Rarely in the world of spirituality, do you find smart and compassionate, worldly and sensitive, profound, accessible...and practical! That's what Father Jonathan Morris has done for people of all Christian backgrounds in The Way of Serenity. " -- Kirsten Powers, Columnist, USA Today and The Daily Beast "Father Jonathan has captured the simplicity and the mystery of both surrendering and actively pursuing the peace and joy that serenity provides. Just the right book at just the right time for people no matter in which season of their life they may be." -- Dana Perino, co-anchor of The Five, Fox News "Every leader meets countless challenges in our lives that cause us great stress. In The Way of Serenity, Father Morris teaches us a practical way to patiently and wisely discern what we can and cannot do and how to find peace as we give the responsibility to God." -- Alan Sears, President and CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom "With vivid writing and engaging personal stories, Father Jonathan Morris unpacks the wealth of wisdom contained in the simple Serenity Prayer. The Way of Serenity is a lifeline for anyone who has ever felt lost and overwhelmed." -- Jennifer Fulwiler, author of Something Other than God "Jonathan Morris is an unusual priest, not just because he's become the celebrity go-to priest for Fox News... and because The Way of Serenity will debut on The New York Times bestseller list. He's unusual because so many priests' sermons ignore what's happening in the world." -- Crux "This is a book that can make a difference, one day at a time." -- The Dubious Disciple "For a conversation about faith with a warm, thoughtful, big-hearted man of God, The Way of Serenity was satisfying." -- Guideposts Magazine "In The Way of Serenity , Father Jonathan Morris examines the appeal and value of the popular 'Serenity Prayer,' ... [sharing] some profound insight about the simple three-line prayer." -- Catholic San Francisco, "A persuasive invitation to a fuller life." --Rev. Richard John Neuhaus, Editor in Chief, First Things on The Promise "Father Jonathan has allowed the reader entrance into his private study where he welcomes and converses with us on a personal yet riveting journey. His spiritual insight is profound!" --Sharon Deitrick, President of The Halo Foundation on The Promise "With true compassion Father Jonathan Morris tackles a reality we will all confront sooner or later...His specific advice shows all of us how to turn tragedy and pain into spiritual gifts that can actually heal us in unexpected ways. Here's a Promise worth keeping, and sharing with others." --Raymond Arroyo, Author of the New York Times Bestseller, Mother Angelica on The Promise "...Pope John Paul II spoke often and eloquently about the meaning of suffering. Father Morris has written a wonderful sequel to the Holy Father's thoughts, but from a very different perspective: that of a young priest; a man of energy, insight, world experience and engaging popular style." --Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., Archbishop of Denver on The Promise " The Promise is a must read for those experiencing life's difficult trials. Clearly, Father Jonathan is fast establishing himself as one of the most respected religious figures of our times." --Chris Wyatt, Founder and CEO of GodTube on The Promise "Inviting, accessible and personal. . . . A reminder of an overlooked truth: faith leads to joy." --James Martin, SJ, author of The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything on God Wants You Happy "In this wonderful book Father Jonathan Morris explains exactly how God, through the Word of truth, the grace of Jesus Christ, and the power of the Holy Spirit, can transform your life in ways that no self-help book can do. Read this book and begin the journey of transformation." --Rick Warren, author of The Purpose Driven Life on God Wants You Happy "The path to happiness and a just life is complicated. Father Morris offers a way forward that people of faith will find refreshing and relevant." --Bill O'Reilly, Anchor, Fox News Channel on God Wants You Happy "My friend Father Jonathan Morris elaborates with color and care the mysterious balance between our work and God's grace, and the welcome result could open up a new section in our bookstores: God's self-help programs." --Timothy M. Dolan, Archbishop of New York on God Wants You Happy "Father Jonathan Morris has love in his heart for every human being, including every person lucky enough to read his powerful new book. Here is a plan for making God your partner in seeking the life you deserve, filled with happiness, hope and success." --Keith Ablow, M.D., Co-author of The 7: Seven Wonders that Will Change Your Life on God Wants You Happy "Father Morris has succeeded where many others have failed, both in clarifying the much-abused notion of happiness and, more importantly, setting our natural desire for self-fulfillment firmly in the context of our, just as natural, search for God. This is a book, I think, that will change lives." -- American Spectator on God Wants You Happy, Father Jonathan Morris explores the richness and depth contained in the seemingly simple Serenity Prayer, and helps show how we can begin to discern God's will in our lives—as well as how to cooperate with Him! Profound truths presented in an engaging and down to earth style., Jonathan Morris is an unusual priest, not just because he's become the celebrity go-to priest for Fox News… and because The Way of Serenity will debut on The New York Times bestseller list. He's unusual because so many priests' sermons ignore what's happening in the world., Rarely in the world of spirituality, do you find smart and compassionate, worldly and sensitive, profound, accessible...and practical! That's what Father Jonathan Morris has done for people of all Christian backgrounds in The Way of Serenity. , Every leader meets countless challenges in our lives that cause us great stress. In The Way of Serenity, Father Morris teaches us a practical way to patiently and wisely discern what we can and cannot do and how to find peace as we give the responsibility to God., Father Jonathan has captured the simplicity and the mystery of both surrendering and actively pursuing the peace and joy that serenity provides. Just the right book at just the right time for people no matter in which season of their life they may be., For a conversation about faith with a warm, thoughtful, big-hearted man of God, The Way of Serenity was satisfying., With vivid writing and engaging personal stories, Father Jonathan Morris unpacks the wealth of wisdom contained in the simple Serenity Prayer. The Way of Serenity is a lifeline for anyone who has ever felt lost and overwhelmed., Father Jonathan Morris explores the richness and depth contained in the seemingly simple Serenity Prayer, and helps show how we can begin to discern God's will in our lives-as well as how to cooperate with Him! Profound truths presented in an engaging and down to earth style.
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SynopsisFather Jonathan Morris, Fox News religion analyst, bestselling author, and parish priest, has seen firsthand how easily our day-to-day lives are consumed with anxiety and stress as we focus on our failures and troubles, while peace feels unattainable. When he re-discovered the Serenity Prayer, he realized that this little prayer can be, in fact, a powerful roadmap for our spiritual journey toward God. As he began to share this prayer with others, he saw that living these simple lines became a source of profound peace and happiness: Lord, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, The courage to change the things I can, And the wisdom to know the difference. For years a mainstay of recovery programs, this prayer has proven it can change lives. What's more, through it we all can find comfort and support, including an active collaboration with God's grace as he works alongside us to grant the serenity we seek. Unpacking the prayer phrase by phrase, Father Jonathan shows how we can gain a deeper spiritual understanding by practicing its message. Through powerful personal stories, illuminating historical anecdotes, and biblical passages that show us God's plan for our lives, The Way of Serenity will help us grow closer to God and find serenity, regardless of our circumstances. Join Father Jonathan and the many others who have made this prayer an integral part of their lives, and find lasting peace and happiness today., FOX News religion analyst, program director of the Catholic Channel on SiriusXM radio, and bestselling author Father Jonathan Morris reveals how the Serenity Prayer offers a sure path to peace and fulfillment for everyone, not just those in recovery programs. The Serenity Prayer states: Lord, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, The courage to change the things I can, And the wisdom to know the difference. Exploring the prayer phrase by phrase, Morris shows the hope that can be found by gaining a deeper spiritual understanding of its words and by practicing its message. Enlightening and profound, The Way of Serenity includes moving narratives, illuminating historical anecdotes, and pertinent biblical passages that demonstrate the power of the Serenity Prayer to help us grow closer to God and find greater peace and happiness.
LC Classification NumberBV284.S47M67 2014