Manual for Men
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Manual for Men is for men who are in the arena, warriors for Christ and His Church. It is for those men who battle daily for their souls and for their family. It is often a struggle to shed the sins and vices the world offers men, but it’s a battle we must fight and win. In Part I, Bishop Thomas Olmsted calls for Catholic men to step up and “into the breach” in service to God, their families, parishes, and wider communities. In the course of his exhortation, Olmsted unveils: • How being a Christian man is far more than physical prowess or worldly power • Why the world and the Church desperately need men—real men—to fight for them in spiritual combat • The vital importance of prayer and the sacraments in the life of every man • Why fatherhood, fully understood, is so crucial for every man • The value of devotion to a patron saint (complete with 10 manly suggestions) • Most importantly, how men have the perfect model of man in Jesus Christ, and how we can follow his example. In Part II, Cook presents a treasure trove of prayers, church teachings, and writings from the saints that serve as a tremendous source of inspiration for men seeking to become better men of God. It is at once an essential guide and a profound book of prayers designed specifically for men. Now, perhaps more than ever, men need to be men. But what it means to be a man has been twisted into a pale and mangled image of true manhood. Manual for Men serves as a field guide and instruction manual for those husbands, fathers, sons and brothers who would become real men of God— men who protect, physically and spiritually, those entrusted to them; men who sacrifice, pray, fight, love, and live by the example of Christ. There is a battle for our souls, our families, our world, and Our Lord calls us men to fight. Are you ready to answer the call? Will you accept Bishop Olmsted’s plea to “engage in the battle that is raging around you”? Review: Great Resource for Men As Good Christian Role Models - A very well-assembled compilation of prayers and other guidance for men (not just Catholic) who desire to be effective role models for their families (including children and grandchildren). Emphasis on courage, humility, faith and trust in God's Will. Review: A must-have for every Catholic man - This book compiles essential knowledge for Catholic men into an engaging, informative, and easily referenced format. This is an absolute must for every Catholic man who wants to get better and fulfill their role both with God and in society. I find myself referring to it time and time again to ensure I’m staying on the path and will be getting copies for both of my sons to help them on the road to manhood.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 516 Reviews |
H**C
Great Resource for Men As Good Christian Role Models
A very well-assembled compilation of prayers and other guidance for men (not just Catholic) who desire to be effective role models for their families (including children and grandchildren). Emphasis on courage, humility, faith and trust in God's Will.
M**K
A must-have for every Catholic man
This book compiles essential knowledge for Catholic men into an engaging, informative, and easily referenced format. This is an absolute must for every Catholic man who wants to get better and fulfill their role both with God and in society. I find myself referring to it time and time again to ensure I’m staying on the path and will be getting copies for both of my sons to help them on the road to manhood.
Q**T
A refreshing find!
What a refreshing book! God bless Bishop Olmsted for exhorting Catholic men to actually BE MEN! What a revolutionary idea in the modern Vatican II church, which teaches men to be effeminate, "tolerant," and "inclusive." And it's no wonder; many of the hierarchy that was involved in the Council have-thank God!-been exposed as homosexuals and pederasts. I've never read anything from Bishop Olmsted before now, but I look forward to reading more. The Manual for Men begins with a call to the Church MILITANT to remember that we are at war, and that, as Catholic men, it is our God-given duty to fight. Copious quotations from Scripture and, yes, unfortunately too many modern VII "saints," are included as an example of our role as Catholic brothers, fathers, and soldiers for Christ. I'm only a few pages in, so far; I'm approaching this as I would lectio divina, carefully reading to let it fully sink in. It's that good already! I've skimmed around, though, and I can tell the is a wealth of information in this volume. If you're a Catholic man, just GET IT!
B**1
Great
Great
B**A
Recommended. Edifying read, for men
Interesting presentation of topics for consideration by men seeking to become better men, and helpful for average husband, father, etc.
M**Y
Great book
Great book if you really want to know about being a Christian man.
A**I
Great, But
This is a good book on fatherhood, but if I had to pick between this one and the "Terror of Demons: Reclaiming Catholic Masculinity", I would pick the latter by Kennedy Hall. Half of the Manual for Men is advise and theological understanding between the role of men and women and the roles of fathers, and the other half of the book is quotes by saints. So, half the book is on fatherhood, and the rest is quotes from saints. Get the book by Kennedy Hall, it's much more practical.
B**N
Great book for Christian men
This book is intended for Roman Catholic men, but any believing Christian will find this book edifying in their struggle to follow Christ's example as Godly men. I'm not Roman Catholic, but I still found this book an excellent source of strength and guidance. There's no mysticism idolizing the Saints or Mary that you sometimes find, but a firm reliance on scripture and the power of Christ which refreshes the spirit. This is the 2nd TAN book that I've gotten that has really ministered to me. Great books written by great Catholics. God bless you all and thank you.
A**N
Husband loves it!
My husband's words: Reinforces Catholic teachings. Reminds us that men are also human and do require more than just what society expects of them in terms of social stigmas.
A**R
Well Recommended
I bought this for my Son and he recommends it very much
R**E
Well written and organized.
Love this book. I recommend it to all men.
S**H
Great gift for Catholic men
Got this for my husband as a gift. I haven’t read it but it feels quality and skimming through it, it seems really relevant for the every day Catholic man trying to live in his vocation
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