Alphonsian Spirituality Trilogy

These three volumes by Father Dennis Billy, CSsR, bring to light Alphonsus Liguori’s deep pastoral sensitivity toward helping people come to believe the message of God’s great love for them. It is this concern for the salvation of souls that has made Saint Alphonsus an enduring representative of the best of Catholic tradition. This series concentrates on the spiritual aspects of the Alphonsian heritage.

Plentiful Redemption serves as the introduction to Alphonsian spiritual thought, and focuses on his approach to prayer. It provides a step-by-step look at Saint Alphonsus’ approach to mental prayer and its relevance for today.

Father Dennis Billy presents useful parallels between the spiritual teachings of Saint Alphonsus Liguori and the ministry of spiritual direction. With Open Heart serves as a practical foundation for those practicing spiritual direction.

Simple, Heartfelt Words concentrates on preaching. Preaching was close to the heart of Saint Alphonsus. He knew it is a way to stir up the love for God among the people of God. Alphonsus promoted a simple, popular, and direct way of preaching the word of God.