Hans Urs von Balthasar Balthasar's unique volume on Thérèse of Lisieux and Elizabeth of the Trinity presents a theological biography of each of these holy Carmelite sisters which gives profound insights into their spirituality, showing that their differences actually complement one another. Balthasar probes the depths of the contemplative mission of each of these young Carmelites who both died …

Learn why humility is the foundation of the spiritual journey, and how to become one forever with the humble, glorified Christ. Uródivoi is a Russian word meaning ‘holy foolishness’, and in this book, inspired by her Russian upbringing and the words of St. Paul, Catherine Doherty expresses her calling to this aspect of Russian spirituality, and calls us to become fools for Christ. Touch the …

St. Josemaria Escriva has written something more than a masterpiece:  he has written straight from the heart, and straight to the heart go the short paragraphs which, like a string of pearls which is broken but yet complete, make up The Way.

A beautiful reissue of the greatest spiritual classic to come out of Russia.

The Way of Divine Love - By Sr. Josefa Menendez. Twentieth century revelations of the Sacred Heart of Jesus to a young Spanish nun. Inspiring revelations about Our Lord's overwhelming love for souls. He said, "My heart is not only an abyss of love, it is also an abyss of mercy." Imprimatur.

Erasmo Leiva-Merikakis This book explores in depth six Gospel scenes so as to discover in these the essential elements of Christian discipleship. In addition, an introductory chapter describes the basic requirements for receiving the Word of God effectively in our hearts: namely, that we "become wet clay in God's hands", so that God can impress upon us any form he chooses. And a concluding …

The Ways Of Mental Prayer by the Rev. Dom Vitalis Lehodey One of the Church's greatest classics on mental prayer, highly commended by Fr. Garrigou-Lagrance and Pope St. Pius X. Concentrates on the beginning stages of mental prayer up through the "prayer of quiet," but also goes into the higher levels. Describes the passage from ordinary prayer to mystical prayer, which is the giant …

When Lightning Strikes Twice by Marci Alborghetti For people who've worked hard to overcome an addiction or adopt a healthy, positive lifestyle, a new addiction or a second descent into illness can also represent personal failure. Even more disturbing to those of us facing a repeated crisis is the initial impact it may have on our faith and relationship with God. When we find ourselves facing …

Translated, with an introduction, by Sister Benedicta Ward SLG The spiritual insights of the fourth century Desert Fathers collected by disciples who sought them out, asking them to ‘Give me a word’, from the Anonymous Series of the Apophthegmata patrum. This book is a Cistercian publication.

Take a new look at With Open Hands , Henri Nouwen's first book on spirituality, and a treasured introduction to prayer for over thirty years. With Open Hands gently encourages an open, trusting stance toward God and offers insight to the components of prayer: silence, acceptance, hope, compassion, and prophetic criticism. Provocative questions invite reflection and self-awareness, while simple …

Bishop Thomas J. Tobin "Should not shepherds feed the sheep?" (Ezek. 34.2).  Bishop Thomas Tobin of Youngstown offers solid spiritual food in this collection of award-winning essays.  Drawing lessons on personal spirituality from sources as varied as Sacred Scripture and the parish parking lot, Bishop Tobin will inspire you to follow Christ more closely and grow in …

Some thirty years now have passed since the new Rite of Penance was promulgated after the Second Vatican Council to renew the Sacrament of Reconciliation and encourage a more fruitful reception of the sacrament. Three forms of the Rite have been made available to cover a wide variety of contingencies: private confession with individual absolution, a communal penance service with private …