Miracles Do Happen: The Inspiring True Story Of The World-Famous Healer And The Reality Of Miracles [Mass Market Paperback]

Briege McKenna (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 15, 1992

Living proof that love works miracles...

Today, the power of the miraculous is very much a part of our lives, from appearances of the Virgin Mary at Medjugorje, Yugoslavia, to the places where Sister Briege McKenna has healed the sick and the lame.

Once so crippled by rheumatoid arthritis that medication was ineffective and a wheelchair was her future, Sister Briege experienced a sudden, remarkable healing-and received the gift of healing others.

So began Sister Briege's renowned worldwide ministry. On five continents, she has changed the lives of political leaders, clerics, and thousands of people from all walks of life.

Here is Sister Briege's living proof of the power of love and her inspiring message: God's love will heal you, strengthen you, and enable you to find true joy-because, every day, miracles DO happen!

Editorial Reviews

Review

"The narrative radiates joy!" --Library Journal

"Readers will be inspired by the author's deep faith in the power of God to do the impossible." --Booklist

About the Author

Born in Newry, Ireland, SR. BRIEGE MCKENNA, O.S.C., is known world-wide for her ministry to priests and her healing ministry. A member of the Sisters of St. Clare, she has traveled extensively, giving conferences in all parts of the world. She is also the author of The Power of the Sacraments (Servant Books) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 203 pages
• Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks (April 15, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312929722
• ISBN-13: 978-0312929725
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.2 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #237,843 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Testomony of the Power of Faith, June 7, 2005

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This review is from: Miracles Do Happen: The Inspiring True Story Of The World-Famous Healer And The Reality Of Miracles (Mass Market Paperback)

"Miracles Do Happen" is an excellent testimony to the power of faith. Briege Mckenna developed sever arthritis as a young adult, which confined her to a wheel chair. When attending a Catholic Charismatic prayer services, she was miraculously healed. Allegedly, she received a private revelation, in which God asked her to be a healer to others. She debated whether the message was really from God, as she was a member of a contemplative community, but after a period of discernment and a series of signs, she lost all doubt.

"Miracles do Happen" is an autobiography of Sr. Briege's healing ministry. She prays for people and many have been healed of spiritual and physical pains and diseases. The book is full of stories and photos of people, whom she has encountered during her journey and many of whom were healed by prayers. It is easy to be skeptical of spiritual healers today, but unlike many charlatans in the field, Sr. Briege does not accept money or promote products or methodology for financial gains. The book is great for renewing faith in prayer, and offers much guidance and learning to discern God's voice in your life through prayer. Sr.Briege herself spends an estimated two-three hours in prayer each day, and write about the types of Christian spiritual practices which have been spiritually edifying for her.

This is a simple book about the role that prayer and faith has played in her life, and in the lives of others whom she has had the fortune to know, during her religious life and is not bogged down in theological explanations or issues related to debatable doctrines. It is written simply as an intimate conversation, as often is the case of works from saints, and when one reads it one has to wonder if they are living in a very special life time of a woman who might be recognized as a saint in the future.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Very Powerful Book, November 29, 1999

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Mag Sy (Philippines) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Miracles Do Happen: The Inspiring True Story Of The World-Famous Healer And The Reality Of Miracles (Mass Market Paperback)

I grew up with a lot of Catholic educational background, but it was only after reading Sr. McKenna's book that I really appreciated the Sacrament of the Eucharist and of Confession. Her language is simple but her words are powerful. You can really feel Christ's healing presence just by reading the book....

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended, very spiritually uplifting., February 5, 1996

By A Customer

This review is from: Miracles Do Happen (Paperback)

The book is an excellent review of Sister Briege McKenna's journey
in faith. She reveals the necessary steps to a more
successful prayer life and a closer personal relationship
with Jesus.

The pages are filled with beautiful stories of spiritual,
physical, and mental healings of many individuals and families
that she has encountered along her journey.

This is a great book for those in need of healing (usually
all of us) as well as those who are close to someone who is
sick.