Father Benedict J. Groeschel

Fr. Benedict J. Groeschel is an internationally known lecturer, author, psychologist, activist,and  retreat master. He is also the host of Sunday Night Live with Father Benedict Groeschel, a weekly program on EWTN. Fr. Groeschel's order is the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal.

For a look at the life of Fr. Groeschel, read this article from the October 18, 2009, issue of OSV Newsweekly, 'Popular priest has relectant jubilee,' by Tom Hoopes:

 '... His parents were Peter and Marjule Groeschel. Father Groeschel takes immense pride in them, and though he won't tout his own accomplishments, he touts theirs."My mother used to buy vegetables from Frank Sinatra," he said. "My dad was the chief field engineer at Turner Construction. He built Madison Square Garden and the United Nations building....' Read more.

New from Fr. Groeschel: The Saints in My Life

The Saints in My Life encourages us to see the Communion of Saints as a "spiritual extended family." As members of the Mystical Body of Christ they should be as present to us as anyone we meet on the street. By becoming familiar with the saints' stories, you will discover lives that resonate with your own, building the foundation for a personal relationship with them.

Father Benedict J. Groeschel reveals his favorite saints and his process for befriending the saints by describing:

• His first encounter with the saint.
• A brief sketch of the life and significnce of the saint.
• His friendship with and devotion to the saint.
• The way the saint has influenced him and affected his life.

Saints include:

• Saint Monica
• Saint Augustine
• Saint Benedict
• Saint Francis of Assisi
• Saint Clare of Assisi
• Saint Catherine of Siena
• Saint Thomas More
• Saint Bernadette Soubirous
• Saint Maximilian Kolbe
• and more!

Information and order here.