Looking for meaningful Christmas gifts this year? Books make an excellent choice, and they’re even better when they inspire, teach, and encourage us toward personal growth. Scepter Publishers offers a rich collection of titles that are perfect for people at different stages in their spiritual journeys. Here’s a quick guide to choosing a book for everyone on your list:
- For Someone New to Prayer: Time for God by Jacques Philippe is a powerful introduction to prayer and offers practical advice for making prayer a priority. This short but deeply insightful book is perfect for anyone wanting to deepen their spiritual life or get more comfortable with daily prayer.
- For the Seeker of Inner Peace: Searching for and Maintaining Peace by Jacques Philippe speaks directly to those feeling the weight of stress or restlessness. The book offers ways to find true inner peace through trust in God and is an ideal gift for friends or family members looking for calm amidst life’s busyness.
- For the Person Who Always Has a Book on Them: The In Conversation With God: 7 Volume Set is the perfect gift for the spiritual reading lover who is always looking for something new to read! This collection touches on themes from the readings at Mass to each liturgical season- as the description says, it is, “rich and extensive enough to serve as your spiritual reading for a lifetime.”
- For the Goal Setter: Created for Greatness by Alexandre Havard makes a great gift for someone focused on personal development and character. Harvard discusses the virtue of magnanimity and how to truly seek greatness by bringing out the greatness in others.
- For the Business Owner or Executive: Virtuous Leadership by Alexandre Havard is all about channeling the great qualities of excellent leaders and implementing them in our own lives. He focuses on virtue, service, and determination as some of the key building blocks that make up a great leader.
- For Married Couples: Marriage: A Path to Sanctity by Javier Abad and Eugenio Fenoy is an invaluable guide for married couples seeking to strengthen their bond and bring their faith into the center of their relationship. This practical and faith-filled book can offer fresh perspectives and hope for any stage of marriage.
- For the College Student or Young Adult: The Way by St. Josemaria Escriva is a classic and is highly accessible for those just beginning to explore their faith. The book’s short, powerful reflections inspire young readers to find God in their daily lives and pursue a virtuous, joyful life.
- For the Busy Professional: In the School of the Holy Spirit by Jacques Philippe is a great gift for anyone with a demanding schedule who wants to learn how to integrate spirituality into everyday life. Philippe’s reflections teach how to listen to the Holy Spirit, encouraging even the busiest person to be more attuned to God’s direction.
- For the Hostess with the Mostest: The Thoughtful Home by Dia Boyle is an insightful guide for anyone dedicated to creating a nurturing, intentional space. It offers practical criteria for shaping a home that fosters peace, respect, and genuine human connection—an ideal read for homemakers seeking inspiration and purpose.
- For the Person Seeking Transformation: Coached by Paul the Apostle: Lessons in Transformation is a powerful resource for anyone seeking personal growth and spiritual renewal. Drawing on the wisdom of St. Paul, it offers practical steps and profound insights to inspire transformation in faith and everyday life—perfect for those ready to deepen their journey with Christ.
