This week on Off the Shelf we are taking a look at something a little lighter during these unique and stressful  times. Father Bill Byrne has written a fantastic book filled with wit and humor that is sure to lift your soul. Listen in as Father Bill and I discuss a few of the 50 chapters in his book 5 Things with Father Bill: Hope, Humor, and Help for the Soul. Get your own copy here.


From the Publisher Loyola Press

For almost a decade, popular priest and YouTube personality Fr. Bill Byrne wrote a column titled “5 Things” for his local church newspaper featuring five life hacks, prayer starters, or spiritual meditations to help readers grow closer to God and appreciate the small—but vital—things in life. Now, in a practical and engaging guide to embracing happiness, 5 Things with Father Bill features fifty topics to enhance ordinary days and holidays with insights, reflections, and encouragement.

Filled with wisdom and whimsy, readers will learn:

  • ways to conquer fear,
  • how to be a genius,
  • the power of blessings and prayers,
  • saints to emulate,
  • tips for Lent, Easter, Advent and Christmas, and even lessons from Maggie, Fr. Bill’s pet Labrador retriever.

Witty and endearing with hands-on, real world advice, 5 Things with Father Bill makes the perfect gift for readers looking for a burst of inspiration and a dose of good cheer.

Bio

Father William (Bill) Byrne is a native of Washington, D.C. For 8 years he was the Pastor of St. Peter’s on Capitol Hill, developing and providing a special ministry for Catholic members of Congress. Currently, Fr. Bill is now pastor of Our Lady of Mercy Parish in Potomac, MD. In 2016 Pope Francis named Fr. Byrne a Missionary of Mercy for the Jubilee Year of Mercy. Videos of his popular 5 Things series can be found on YouTube.

Where to Find

I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Read my complete archives at www.catholicbookblogger.com