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The Thorny Grace of It

And Other Essays for Imperfect Catholics

by Brian Doyle

In Patheos' Book Club feature "The Thorny Grace of It And Other Essays for Imperfect Catholics," noted essayist Brian Doyle reminds us that the heartbeat of Catholicism is found not under priestly robes or in papal decrees, but in parish halls and at football stadiums, at breakfast tables and on city buses. | read more»

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In The Thorny Grace of It , noted essayist Brian Doyle proves that far from being extinguished, the Catholic faith—imperfect as it is—is wildly aflame in hearts and lives everywhere. | read more »

Holy Food Everywhere: A Q&A with Brian Doyle

"I want you to read my essays not because I wrote them but so we can stand together amazed for a moment inside a story, awed and grateful at the gift of What Is." | read more »

Book Excerpt: How To Be Good

"In the morning, when you rush into the shop for coffee, at least say thank you to the harried girl with the Geelong Cats logo tattooed on her forehead. At least look her in the eye and be gentle. Christ liveth in her, remember?" | read more »

Book Excerpt: The Clan of Catholic

"I think about the motley chaotic confusing house that is Catholicism. I think about the mad wondrous prayer of the Mass. I think about how there are such stunning and wonderful and confusing people in the clan of Catholic." | read more »

Brian Doyle on Writing

"The best writers do not write about themselves but about everyone else. The best writers are great listeners. Learn to ask a question and then shut your mouth and listen." | read more »

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