What to Read

Cathonomics: How Catholic Tradition Can Create a More Just Economy
Anthony M. Annett
Georgetown University Press, 
336 pages

Catholic social teaching is all about serving the common good. In his comprehensive new book, former International Monetary Fund economist Anthony M. Annett sides with Pope Francis that true solidarity is necessary to protect people from the excesses of the free-market system. He identifies the 10 core principles of Catholic social teaching and proposes a “moral economy” built around these principles. In this economy, the public and private sector would work together for the common good, with government charged with guaranteeing the fundamentals for human flourishing, greater worker representation and shareholding in businesses, and measures to promote ethical globalization and sustainability. It’s a challenging model that provides much-needed food 
for thought.

Expect More! Dare to Stand 
Up and Stand Out
Muffet McGraw
Ave Maria Press, 128 pages

In her 33 years as head women’s basketball coach at the University of Notre Dame, Muffet McGraw led her teams to 26 NCAA tournament bids and two national championships. Now retired, she makes use of her record of success to encourage women to overcome any barriers or struggles in confidence to achieve greatness in life and leadership. “This isn’t the senior prom,” she writes. “Stop waiting to be asked. You don’t need anyone’s permission to reach the top.” She expertly illustrates her points with anecdotes from working with players and her philosophy honed during her coaching years. A brief but insightful book.
 
Sacrament of Confession: What It Is and How to Receive It Well

Fr. Héctor R.G. Pérez, C.S.L.J.
Sophia Institute Press, 96 pages

The importance of regular Confession cannot be stressed enough, and in this handy volume Fr. Héctor R.G. Pérez provides a concise teaching on the value of the sacrament as well as a helpful guide for preparing to receive it. He goes over the elements of Confession, why it is necessary, the difference between perfect and imperfect contrition, and why it is good to confess sins frequently. He also has tips for making a thorough examination of conscience, a thoughtful, full, and honest Confession, and good reparations for sin afterward. Appendices provide relevant supporting texts as well. An excellent book to consult before every Confession.