Parish Library And Bookstore: An Important Resource For Growing In Faith And Knowledge

Several years ago, the parish library needed a new home. To raise money for the move and the library, the movie Restless Heart: The Confessions of Augustine was shown. In turn, volunteers named the library the St. Augustine Parish Library.

“If you have a question about our faith, want to develop a better prayer life, are curious about our history, or desire to dive deeper into Scripture, you can probably find something in our parish library,” says Michele Ferguson, one of the library volunteers.

The parish library collection includes books, magazines, pamphlets, audio CDs, and DVDs on all things Catholic, from the saints to prayer. There are also resources on marriage and family topics. Resources for teens and children can also be found at the library. All of the materials are from reliable sources and are screened to ensure they follow Catholic teaching.

“With so many options in religious books out there, our library offers parishioners a place to find books with specifically Catholic perspectives,” Michele says.

The library was first located in a closet in the basement at the Parish Life Center. Recently, the library was temporarily moved back to the Parish Life Center, room F, to allow Christ the King School to use the space during the pandemic for an infant and toddler room. Parishioners can still access and borrow from the library but should call the church office in advance to gain entry.

Michele adds the library is a great way to learn more about the Catholic faith so parishioners may go forth and share the Good News.

“We offer a lot of books on spirituality and prayer to help parishioners grow their faith,” Michele says. “Reading about the lives of Catholic saints and learning more about the teachings of our faith will also help people grow in their faith.”

Michele extends her warmest thanks to Carol Keslin for all her work keeping the library organized and clean.

Our parish bookstore is another ministry that helps people learn more about our Catholic faith. Of course, the store offers a variety of books, as well as rosaries, crucifixes, and sacramental gifts. Before the pandemic, it was open after Sunday Mass and after special events at Hehman Hall. The bookstore’s operation will resume once the pandemic has passed.

“We want people to have easy access to Catholic items and gifts,” Michele says.

Interested in volunteering to work in the Parish Bookstore? Email Michele Ferguson at mlfergy123@gmail.com for details.

Our parish bookstore offers many materials that can help parishioners and visitors learn more about and share our Catholic faith

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the parish bookstore was open after Sunday Mass and after special events at Hehman Hall. The bookstore’s operation will resume once the pandemic has passed.