Cooper O'Boyle pens new book

Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle, of New Milford, has penned a new book, "Rooted in Love: Our Calling as Catholic Women."

The paperback book, available for $14.95, will be sold beginning Nov. 26.

The book was published by Ava Maria Press.

Ms. Cooper O'Boyle is an award-winning author and journalist, speaker, reviewer and the EWTN television host of "Everyday Blessings for Catholic Moms," which she created.

A wife and mother of five, she was noted as one of the top 10 most fascinating Catholics in 2009 by Faith & Family Live.

She enjoyed a decade-long friendship with Mother Teresa of Calcutta, and became a lay missionary of charity.

For many years, her spiritual director was Servant of God John A. Hardon, who was one of Mother Teresa's spiritual directors.

For more information about the book, visit www.donnacooperoboyle.com.