About Orbis Books
Orbis Books – a leader in religious publishing since 1970 – offers a wide range of books on prayer, spirituality, Catholic life, theology, mission and current affairs.
The publishing arm of the Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers, Orbis Books addresses a broad readership exploring the global dimensions of faith, inviting dialogue with diverse cultures and traditions, and serving the cause of reconciliation and peace.
MARYKNOLL Magazine regularly highlights select book titles that readers may enjoy or find inspiring. We invite you to explore the featured publications below.
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Orbis Books Previews
Orbis Books: Ukraine Diary
Orbis Books publisher Robert Ellsberg previews an upcoming book, Henri Nouwen’s Ukraine Diary, in this issue’s Orbis Spotlight.
Orbis Books: Father Ed
A groundbreaking Orbis book offers the first biography of Father Ed Dowling, the spiritual advisor of Alcoholics Anonymous co-founder Bill W.
Orbis Books: The Way of Love
“Love one another as I have loved you.” — John 13:34 ...
Orbis Books Spotlight: Dearest Sister Wendy
The publisher of Orbis Books recounts correspondence that led to “Dearest Sister Wendy: A Surprising Story of Faith and Friendship.”
Rising: Learning from Women’s Leadership in Catholic Ministries
“The word leadership can seem abstract and remote: this book makes it comes...
Orbis Spotlight: On Pilgrimage: The Seventies
Robert Ellsberg’s fifth collection of Dorothy Day’s writings, drawn from the last decade of her life, shows her characteristic radical values.
Orbis Spotlight: The Color of the Skin Doesn’t Matter
A memoir by Maryknoll Sister Janice McLaughlin tells the story of a life spent in service and solidarity with the people of Africa.
Orbis Spotlight: Community
On the 25th anniversary of the death of Henri Nouwen, Orbis publishes a collection of his writings on community, a theme to which he constantly returned.
Orbis Spotlight: The Way of Peace
The Way of Peace is an anthology of stories, essays, poems and prayers that is meant to inspire readers of all generations to cultivate peace.