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Explore a biblical defence of the Catholic Faith with author David Armstrong’s new book, A Biblical Defense Of Catholicism. Armstrong offers an extensive study of scriptural texts and their interpretation to demonstrate that the Catholic Faith is truly a ‘Bible-based’ Church par excellence. From Lutherans to Protestants and even non-denominationalists, no Christian will remain unmoved by this comprehensive work on the scripture’s integral role in the Catholic Faith.The Catholic mission has lo...

A Beginner's Guide to Reading the Scriptures for Spiritual Profit Whether you are a cradle Catholic learning the Holy Bible or a Protestant convert divesting yourself of your Protestantism, this book on the Scriptures is for you. The only book of its kind from a traditional Catholic perspective, it cuts through the fluff and gets to the heart of the spiritual realities which are fundamental to all discussion on the Holy Bible. It also tells the story of how the rejection of these spiritual re...

Devotion to the Precious Blood is a small but powerful booklet dedicated to deepening readers’ appreciation for the great gift of Jesus’ Precious Blood. Through inspiring passages, stories, and revelations relayed by saints, this booklet will help readers understand why the Precious Blood of Christ is truly a treasure of infinite value.Those who come to recognize and cherish this priceless grace can also learn how best to offer that same Precious Blood to God for the atonement of sins and for...

Travel back to the 15th century and discover the life, legacy and journey of Joan of Arc with Stein and Day’s classic 1966 publication. This authoritative work offers an insight into one of the most iconic figures of all time, providing a thorough exploration of historical accounts written by both allies and enemies. It delves into how she was brought up from relative obscurity through to becoming a revolutionary force in history. With Régine Pernoud's expert historical translation, this book...

And then, just like that, it happened. Twenty-four-year-old Rebecca Veritas is a clinical psychologist, quickly establishing herself as a young success with her own thriving practice in a comfortable area of town. Reeling from the painful reality of recent events, she settles into her new life with neat precision, a practical choice conveniently removed from memories that her childlike nature and romantic heart might otherwise indulge. When an unexpected visit from an old friend one fateful s...

From Fire, by Water is an inspiring and captivating account of one man’s journey to the Catholic faith. This book offers a firsthand look at Sohrab Ahmari’s incredible transformation from an atheist teenager in Iran to a devout Roman Catholic, bridging ancient faith with modern-day life. Through his eyes, readers will gain a unique perspective on the intellectual and spiritual struggles he faced in his search for higher truths.A unique and detailed memoir filled with personal reflections, Fro...

As Catholics, we are fortunate to have St. Joseph as a patron and protector of the Church. This beautiful book gives readers a chance to explore his life and legacy in an accessible and inspiring way. Consecration to St. Joseph by Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC provides readers with concrete insights into how they can come closer to St. Joseph through a deeper understanding of who he is and what he has done for the Church throughout history.This book goes beyond mere surface-level musings on St. Jo...

We can do nothing against you because you are too protected! So declared a frustrated host of devils to Father Gabriele Amorth, the priest exorcist in Rome who spent thirty years battling the Devil and his minions by performing more than sixty thousand exorcisms. All the while, he deftly used modern media to awaken our disbelieving modern culture and even the Church to the reality of the Devil and his nefarious actions at all times and everywhere. In these eye-opening pages, angelologist Fath...

The Spiritual Teachings of Venerable Bruno Lanteri With warmth, understanding, and pastoral skill, Fr. Timothy Gallagher provides here a hopeful invitation to all who struggle to overcome the greatest obstacle of all in the spiritual life discouragement. Our enemy actively exploits our vulnerabilities, shrewdly leading us time and again into an overwhelming sense of disturbance. But Fr. Gallagher pulls the curtain back on the wiles of the devil, offering gentle reflections that are remarkably...

Satan is always at work breeding sadness and anxiety while providing obstacles that prevent souls from making spiritual progress. In this concise yet powerful book, author Dan Burke presents the venerable, time-tested wisdom of Catholic mystics to help you understand the influence of the Enemy on your mind and heart, and the tactics you need to combat him. With St. Ignatius as his guide, Burke presents here an indispensable, authoritative manual for engaging in daily battle with the Adversary...

These meditations and devotions by St. John Henry Newman, spanning poetry from his Anglican period (including his most famous and well-beloved poem, "Pillar of Cloud"/"Lead, Kindly Light"), to reflections on God’s Divine Providence from his later period as a Catholic and founder of the Oratory in England, expresses a profoundly confident but deeply human faith that resonates with the very real experiences of modern Christians from all walks of life. These poems intimately show a personal side...

A highly influential figure in the Church of England, John Henry Newman stunned the Anglican community in 1843, when he left his position as vicar of St. Mary's, Oxford, to join the Roman Catholic church. Perhaps no one took greater offense than Protestant clergyman Charles Kingsley, whose scathing attacks against Newman's faith and honor inspired this brilliant response. Apologia Pro Vita Sua, Newman's spiritual autobiography, explores the depths and nature of Christianity with flowing pros...

The Catholic Church faces a major crisis and the turmoil in priestly ministry is at the heart of it. “The priesthood is going through a dark time,” write Pope Emeritus Benedict and Cardinal Robert Sarah. “Wounded by the revelation of so many scandals, disconcerted by the constant questioning of their consecrated celibacy, many priests are tempted by the thought of giving up and abandoning everything.” In this book, Pope Emeritus Benedict and Cardinal Robert Sarah give their brother priests an...

Faith and Prejudice: Catholic Sermons of Bl. John Henry Newman is a collection of sermons from one of the most beloved figures in Catholic history. This impressive hardcover edition includes sermons that were unpublished during Newman’s lifetime, plus his final sermon delivered in the Church of England. Pope Benedict XVI praised Newman for “the warmth and humanity underlying his appreciation of the pastoral ministry," which are on full display within this book. Those seeking inspiration will ...

"A Heart For Europe" is a riveting book that introduces readers to the heartfelt story of Emperor Charles, the last Hapsburg ruler of the Austrio-Hungarian Empire. Now declared Blessed by Pope John Paul II in 2004, Emperor Charles was married to Princess Zita of Bourbon-Parma and inherited the throne in 1916 amidst World War One. Despite facing impossible odds, this devoted sovereign set out on a mission to bring peace to Europe and end the war. His efforts were recognized and he was honored ...

"Brief Reader on the Virtues of the Human Heart" by Josef Pieper is an essential guide for anyone interested in exploring the power and importance of moral character. Through his philosophical insights, Pieper gives readers a more informed understanding of their moral development and ethical responsibilities. This book will help you to understand yourself better, strengthen your relationships with others, and foster a sense of contentment through living virtuously. It is a thought-provoking r...

Discover one of the most comprehensive and authoritative Church histories available today with St. Joseph Church History. Written by esteemed author Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, SVD, this educational resource details the major events in the Catholic Church in a clear and compelling way that is easy to understand for the modern reader. Charting its divine origin throughout the ages, St. Joseph Church History comes equipped with evidence-backed summaries, large typeface, informative tables and ins...

This beautiful, hardcover cookbook features over 60 recipes to help your family celebrate the liturgical year and the life of the saints. Both a teaching and a cookbook, this resource offers triple nourishment of body, soul and mind that makes it so much more than a traditional cookbook. From approachable saints bios with an accompanying dish to full meals associated with Holy Days of Obligation, your family will enjoy these delicious, authentic, tested, and easy-to-cook recipes. Here you'll ...

Padre Pio: A Personal Portrait provides an intimate account of the life and works of one of the most beloved saints in the 20th century. Written five years after his passing by someone who worked with him on a daily basis, this book presents readers with a classic introduction to Padre Pio’s mysticism and miracles. Offering insight into his faith and incredibly intense prayers, Padre Pio stands as an iconic figure that inspired millions all over the world. Discover Padre Pio’s profound messag...

In this brilliant reflection on the poor friar of Assisi, G.K. Chesterton unfolds the life and times of St. Francis, from his conversion as a young man to his receiving of the Stigmata at the end of his life. While many modern biographers stumble in their effort to grasp the essence of the saint, Chesterton shows that Francis' entire life, his prayer, his poverty, his asceticism, his love of creation, and all his eccentricities, flowed from his profound love for Christ and all men. In Chester...

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St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross, and the Gospel-On Prayer This book is the fruit of Fr. Dubay's many years of study and experience in spiritual direction and in it he synthesizes the teachings on prayer of the two great doctors of the Church on prayer--St. John of the Cross and St. Teresa of Avila--and the teaching of Sacred Scripture. But the teaching that Fr. Dubay synthesized is not collected from Teresa and John for contemplatives alone. It is meant for every Christian and is b...

Ceremonies Explained for Servers may well be called the "mother of all servers' manuals". This is the most detailed guide available for servers and those who train and supervise them at the altar. In accessible language, Ceremonies covers the roles of servers in a wide range of Catholic liturgical celebrations. These are described in full, such as: the Mass in both the Ordinary and Extraordinary forms, the seven sacraments, the ceremonies of Holy Week, the Liturgy of the Hours, funeral rites,...

Are you looking for answers to questions of faith and reason? The Handbook of Christian Apologetics, written by Peter Kreeft and Ronald K. Tacelli, offers a comprehensive guide to help readers gain clarity on topics such as the existence of God, creation and evolution, providence and free will, miracles, the problem of evil, the divinity of Christ, the resurrection, heaven and hell and objective truth. Reasonable, concise, witty and wise – this book provides valuable insight into the Christia...

With tens of millions killed and thousands of Catholics incarcerated because of rigged trials, China under Mao's dictatorship was the Asian version of the Nazi concentration camps and the Soviet Gulag. It's one of the darkest moments in Church history one that continues to be played out to this day through a historic abuse of power and a seemingly endless hunt for believers in Jesus Christ and His Church. Now the stories of these brave Catholic "counter-revolutionaries" are brought to you for...

Do you yearn to form a stronger connection with God? Wondering how to structure your prayer time? Look no further – How to Converse with God is here to help. Written by St. Alphonsus Liguori, one of the most influential Doctors of the Catholic Church, the booklet offers readers 20 short chapters full of wisdom and faith-filled advice on how to strengthen our relationship with our Creator. This comprehensive resource contains an index full of prayers and aspirations for those interested in adv...

This small prayerbook is a manual that contains the prayers which are to be said everyday for those who are members of the Auxilium Christianorum, which is an association that any diligent and faithful Catholic can join. See the requirements below. This prayers of this book can also be found in the fourth section of Fr. Ripperger's Deliverance Prayers prayerbook.  The Church teaches us that it is divided into the Church Triumphant (which includes the members of the Church in heaven), the Chur...

The Morality of the Exterior ACT, brought to you by the Writings of St. Thomas Aquinas, is the ultimate resource for exploring how we know what we are doing morally. With an in-depth discussion led by St. Thomas and other moralists, this text delves into a range of topics related to morality, ranging from an analysis of the object of the moral act and how it differs from natural acts to a thorough exploration of circumstances and the fundamental option. Boasting a wealth of knowledge from ren...

St. Alphonsus Liguori and other saints have always held that each priest is required to do exorcisms and deliverance depending on his state in life. This does not necessarily mean that he will do solemn exorcisms as directed by his bishop but it does mean that, as the saint says, in every parish and diocese there are people who are under attack from the fallen angels who need the assistance of the priest to whom their care and protection has been entrusted. In His wisdom, Christ, in conferrin...

The Hundredfold is a tapestry of hymns, monologues, and short lyrics knit together as one book-length poem in praise of Christ in his startling humanity. Using all the riches of the English poetic tradition--meter, rhyme, music--the poet ponders the mysterious man from Nazareth and the world he came to set on fire with splendor. Having made a career of translating the Italian masters Dante and Tasso, Anthony Esolen puts on the dusty mantle of such English craftsmen as Donne, Milton, and Hopki...

Sometime in the 18th century, the word equality gained ground as a political ideal, but the idea was always vague. In this treatise, Erik von Kuehnelt-Leddihn argues that it reduced to one simple and very dangerous idea: equality of political power as embodied in democracy. He marshals the strongest possible case that democratic equality is the very basis not of liberty, as is commonly believed, but the total state. He uses national socialism as his prime example. He further argues the old no...

Defending Boyhood, by Anthony Esolen, is a must-read for those who want to reflect and remember the good days of boyhood—while also inspiring today's boys. Bringing his own experiences together in this book, Esolen speaks of the classic all-American boyhood in a way that is sure to spark nostalgia while providing clear vision and direction as to how boys can be nurtured in our modern times. With chapters full of titles such as "The Glories of Manliness" and "Play", readers are invited into li...

How Our Story Is God's Story In our hearts, we know that every event in our lives is providential and that each of us plays a critical role in the unfolding of the story God has written. We believe that God's will is anchored deep within our soul, and so too is the desire to know it and to live it. In these pages, acclaimed Catholic author Anthony Esolen claims that the story of your life has already been written and can be discovered by considering the life and person of Jesus. Only in God d...

Peace of Soul by Sheen is a powerhouse of contemplation and spiritual insight. This one-of-a-kind book provides guidance and clarity for readers confusing and perplexed by the chaos of today's materialistic age, no matter their religious background or creed. Each page encourages you to journey within yourself and into a serene, centered mindset while examining the intricate richness of life. Sheen has outdone himself with this alluringly burning reflection on faith, using his gift for our ben...

J. K. Huysman’s Against Nature stands as a seminal work of decadent literature, unrivaled in its impact on the literary world. The 1884 novel tells the story of Des Esseintes, a reclusive dreamer determined to escape society and live life within nature's embrace. With his family's wealth providing a means of total seclusion and contemplation, this is a journey that readers can partake in along with him; diving into a pool of creativity and immense esthetic stimulation. Breaking off from the N...

Keep Christ in Christmas this year by turning to this slim volume of daily Advent meditations by Bishop Jacques-Benigne Bossuet, one of the greatest homilists in the history of the Church. Carefully selected to lift your soul to God in those hectic days that stretch from Thanksgiving to Christmas, these forty daily meditations will keep you mindful of the real meaning of Christmas while affording you an admirable distillation of the doctrines and piety of our Holy Catholic Church. With the he...

St Catherine of Siena's Dialogue describes the entire spiritual life through a series of conversations between God and the soul, represented by Catherine herself. Readers of The Dialogue of Saint Catherine of Siena, will find her revelations from God as informative - and formative - as those who recognized her sanctity during her life. The universally applicable yet intimately personal messages she received from God are as much for us as they were for Catherine. We can read God's communicatio...

Acclaimed as the best book ever written on St. Thomas, this outstanding profile introduces one of Christianity's most important and influential thinkers. G. K. Chesterton chronicles the saint's life, focusing on the man and the events that shaped him, rather than on theology. In a concise, witty, and eminently readable narrative, he illustrates the relevance of St. Thomas' achievements to modern readers. Born into an aristocratic family, Thomas rejected a life of privilege to join a new order...

Though the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima took place almost a hundred years ago, Our Lady's call to prayer and penance for the salvation of souls and peace in the world is as relevant now as when first delivered to three Portuguese peasant children in 1917. At the peak of the First World War, Our Lady warned of another worldwide conflict, the rise and spread of Communism, and a terrible persecution of the Church unless people repented of their sins and returned to God. She also requested d...

We are meant for beauty, and beauty is meant for us What we moderns have forgotten, the ancients knew well: true beauty heals the soul, draws us to God, and yields lasting happiness. Rich with the wisdom of Plato, Augustine, Aquinas, and St. John Paul II, these pages unpack perennial truths about beauty and rivet them into your soul, opening the eyes of your understanding to the beauty all around us. Offering an abundance of accessible examples, author John Mark Miravalle demonstrates that b...

Christus Vincit, Latin for "Christ Triumphs," offers a unique perspective into the deeply complex and often controversial issues that are facing Christ's flock today. Through Bishop Athanasius Schneider's incisive examinations of these issues in this absorbing interview, readers will gain greatly from his candid and thoughtful interpretations. With Christ unlocking the door to prevail over age-old darkness, readers of Christus Vincit will be capable of uncovering evasive answers and acceptanc...

While dissolute bishops and priests around the world grab headlines for their untoward words and deeds, too many other unfruitful priests minister as little more than glad-handing bachelors doing social service work. Top and bottom, is this the Church that Christ intended? Are these the priests we need? "No!" cries author Kevin Wells in these compelling pages that showcase how heroic priests can faithfully tread the narrow path of holy self-sacrifice first blazed by the apostles themselves. F...