Welcome to our Eastern Catholicism specialty store.

We are pleased to be able to provide resources to the faithful of the Eastern Catholic churches and to others who are interested in the traditions, practices and theology of the Eastern Catholic churches.

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Although it is not commonly known in our Western world, the Catholic Church is actually a communion of Churches. According to the Constitution on the Church of the Second Vatican Council, Lumen Gentium, the Catholic Church is understood to be "a corporate body of Churches," united with the Pope of Rome, who serves as the guardian of unity (LG, no. 23). At present there are 22 Churches that comprise the Catholic Church. The new Code of Canon Law, promulgated by Pope John Paul II, uses the phrase "autonomous ritual Churches" to describe these various Churches (canon 112). Each Church has its own hierarchy, spirituality, customs, and theological perspective.

Because of the particularities of history, there is only one Western Catholic Church, while there are 21 Eastern Catholic Churches. The Western Church, known officially as the Latin Church, is the largest of the Catholic Churches - approximately 94% of Catholics belong to this ritual church. The Latin Church is immediately subject to the Roman Pontiff as Patriarch of the West. The Eastern Catholic Churches are each led by a Patriarch, Major Archbishop, or Metropolitan, who governs their Church together with a synod of bishops. Through the Sacred Congregation for the Eastern Churches, the Roman Pontiff works to assure the health and well-being of the Eastern Catholic Churches.

While this diversity within the one Catholic Church can appear confusing at first, it in no way compromises the Church's unity. In a certain sense, it is a reflection of the mystery of the Trinity. Just as God is three Persons, yet one God, so the Church is 22 Churches, yet one Church. The Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches us:

"From the beginning, this one Church has been marked by a great diversity which comes from both the variety of God's gifts and the diversity of those who receive them... Holding a rightful place in the communion of the Church there are also particular Churches that retain their own traditions. The great richness of such diversity is not opposed to the Church's unity" (CCC no. 814).

Another way to think about the "diversity in unity" of the Catholic Church is to consider Our Lord's words "In my Father's house there are many mansions."

Although there are 22 Churches, there are only eight "Rites" that are used among them. A Rite is a "liturgical, theological, spiritual and disciplinary patrimony," (Code of Canons of the Eastern Churches, canon 28). "Rite" best refers to the liturgical and disciplinary traditions used in celebrating the sacraments. Many Eastern Catholic Churches use the same Rite, although they are distinct autonomous Churches. For instance, the Ukrainian Catholic Church and the Melkite Catholic Church are distinct Churches with their own hierarchies but they both use the Byzantine Rite.

At present, our Eastern Catholicism specialty store carries products of interest primarily to Eastern Catholics of the Byzantine Rite. In the future we hope to be able to add more products of

This icon is part of a modern, vibrant series of icons produced by the Benedictine iconographers of Conception Abbey, one of the largest and oldest Benedictine foundations in the U.S. Proceeds from the sale of these icons go to support both the abbey community of monks and the formation of candidates for the priesthood who are studying at Conception Seminary College. These beautiful …

The inside of this beautiful icon note card is blank, ready for your personalized message. Comes with white envelope. Proceeds from this line of icon cards goes to support the Benedictine community of Conception Abbey and the priestly formation of students at Conception Abbey College Seminary.

This is a reproduction of a 13th century icon of the angel at Christ's tomb. The icons is mounted on hardwood and is suitable for hanging or placing on a shelf. Icon sizes are approximate.

This is a modern Greek icon of the virgin St. Agatha from Palermo, Italy, who was martyred in 251.  She refused to deny Christ, was tortured, put into prison, and saw St. Peter who appeared to her for healing and strength.

This icon is part of a modern, vibrant series of icons produced by the Benedictine iconographers of Conception Abbey, one of the largest and oldest Benedictine foundations in the U.S. Proceeds from the sale of these icons go to support both the abbey community of monks and the formation of candidates for the priesthood who are studying at Conception Seminary College. These beautiful …

This St. John the Baptist icon is in a decorative brass frame with an enamel style design, a felt back and a loop for hanging.  The motiff on the frame is 2 peacocks.  The icon measures approximately 3in. x 4in.

The Psalms run like a golden thread through the beautiful garment of Orthodox and Eastern Catholic worship. In addition to inspiring the public prayer of the church, the Psalms are an indispensable part of the private devotions of all who seek a closer relationship with God. Most important, however, the Psalms point toward the ultimate liberation of humanity from sin, death and despair through …

This icon is part of a modern, vibrant series of icons produced by the Benedictine iconographers of Conception Abbey, one of the largest and oldest Benedictine foundations in the U.S. Proceeds from the sale of these icons go to support both the abbey community of monks and the formation of candidates for the priesthood who are studying at Conception Seminary College. These beautiful …

This icon is part of a modern, vibrant series of icons produced by the Benedictine iconographers of Conception Abbey, one of the largest and oldest Benedictine foundations in the U.S. Proceeds from the sale of these icons go to support both the abbey community of monks and the formation of candidates for the priesthood who are studying at Conception Seminary College. These beautiful …

A survey of the development of a Byzantine Rite Eastern community united with Rome from it's beginnings as a movement in the seventeenth century, characterized by a de facto communion with Rome, and it's formal establishment as a distinct entity in the eighteenth century. The later shift from a communion of autonomous churches to one of communion with the Roman Church and the …

This is a modern Russian icon of the brothers Ss. Cyril and Methodios, who were the "Enlighteners of the Slavs," creating their alphabet and translating the services and Bible into their own language.

A non-technical survey of the faith, history, and life of the Melkite Church—both Catholic and Orthodox—written for the average reader. Updated and translated from the 1994 French edition. A bird’s-eye view of the following topics is presented: a brief history of the Melkite Church; the division within the Church; the difficulties suffered under Islamic rule; the historical …

Includes 160 pages of text with drawings, 13 black and white and 51 full color plates. It is linen-cloth and paper bound. In the last decades the art of icons has gained increased attention. Once icons were passed over by the art critics, or at most classified as popular art, although painters such as Matisse or Picasso went to Russia especially for the sake of studying this art. Most recently …

This is a 16th century icon from Dionysiou Monastery on Athos.  St. John is shown here as the young 13-year-old who dedicated his life to Christ.  He grew old in service to his Lord, and laid down voluntarily in a grave when over 100 years old, and went to the Lord.

This is a 16th century Russian icon and now sits in the Andrei Rublev Museum in Moscow.  St. John is shown with his faithful disciple St. Prochoros, one of the original seven deacons of the church, who is transcribing the divine vision and words of his Gospel and the Apocalypse while on Patmos.

This is a modern Greek icon of St. Barbara painted in 1976.  St. Barbara died for her faith in 306, and works countless miracles to the present day.

Chant Byzantine liturgical music on compact disc Kevin Smith, director Mark Bailey, associate director Sung by the choirs of St Vladimir's Seminary Arranged for English-language liturgical use in North America, these chants draw from various musical traditions of the Eastern Church and include, among other selections: Gladsome Light, Znamenny chant "The Shadow of the Law," …

The Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts and other Lenten hymns as sung by the St Vladimir's Seminary Choir, directed by David Drillock. T RACK L ISTING : 1. The Great Litany 2. Lord I Call Upon Thee—Tone 3 (Kievan Chant)... 3. O Gladsome Light (Znamenny Chant) 4. Let My Prayer Arise (D. Bortniansky) 5. Now The Powers Of Heaven (D. Bortniansky) 6. Litany—The Lord's Prayer …

This is a print of a modern Greek icon of the Resurrection patterned after the ancient traditional icons of the Lord's victory over death, and giving of life. Sizes are approximate.

This 12in St. Andrew Byzantine style cross is made from walnut.  Comes gift boxed.  Made in the USA.