Mary Dixon Thayer was a celebrated writer who penned theses lovely poems and prayers for Catholic children of the 1920s, 30s and 40s.  This gem went through a stream of printings over the years at Macmillan, the prestigious New York house.  (Yes, there was a time when children were allowed to be children, and were nourished with religious titles from big publishers.)  A …

The 67 brief chapters of Child's Bible History introduce the young student to the most famous persons, places and events in Sacred Scripture.  Used by one large and successful Catholic home study school as a 4th grade religion text, this compact little book is also appropriate for older readers, either as a main text for religion class or as supplementary reading. Child's Bible History …

A Child's Book of Christmas Carols Illustrated by Masha. Original design and arrangement by The Artists and Writers Guild, Inc. and published by Random House, N.Y., in 1942. Long out of print, now exquisitely reproduced exactly like the original by the craftsmen at The Neumann Press. This is a book that will give lasting joy to its owner. It contains the words and music of eighteen of the …

In this next volume of the bestselling Child's Guide series, Elizabeth Ficocelli makes the seven sacraments come alive for youngsters five to nine. We meet Dominic, a little boy who has a school assignment to do a report on the seven sacraments.The author presents the sacraments in simple and understandable terms, based on the truths of the Catechism. Each sacrament is referenced to its origin …

A Child's Payer In Verse Lovasik, Father, S.V.D. From a new series of religious books for children, illustrated in full color and simply written, that will help all chldren to better understand the Catholic Faith.    

This book is written in verse as an excellent Catholic guide for children. Each large 9"x12" page is printed in two colors on heavy, quality paper and fully illustrated (detailed illustration on each page). A beautiful but sturdy book that children and parents will treasure for generations. Gold embossed cover. Sewn signatures.

Introducing a new, full color edition of a children’s Bible that contains many of the Holy Bible's most important stories. Beautiful, vivid illustrations by award-winning artist André Van Gool on high quality enamel paper capture the attention of young readers. The clear, easy-to-read text provides a concise version of each story. Together, these features make A Child's Treasury …

Superbly illustrated, simply written prayers to Mary that will help children to better understand the Catholic Faith.

One of the most serious threats to the relationship between parents and their children at this age in the more so-called “developed” countries of the world is permissiveness. It is unfortunately all to common in our day. We all need limits; we all need to learn self-discipline. To escape the neurosis caused by a failure to accept limitations and the necessary imposition of …

"What if nothing wonderful happens on the 13th?  Aren't you afraid people will laugh at you then?" asked the parish priest, as he looked closely at 10-year-old Lucia. "Oh no, Father!" replied Lucia.  "I know something wonderful is going to happen on the 13th.  The Lady told us so."  Nine-year-old Francisco and 7-year-old Jacinta were equally …

Leo Madigan In 1917, two little children - one nine years old, the other seven - had a series of visions that changed the world. The blessed Virgin appeared to Francisco and Jacinta Marto and told them how sin was responsible for all the world's troubles. She also told them how devotion to her Immaculate Heart would bring the world back to God. Since then, millions have made pilgrimages to the …

Francis Fernandez-Carvajal and Peter Botela The life of spiritual childhood, or divine filiation, is the foundation for dealing with God in joy and peace. The authors present a simple and systematic way to understand and live this spirit in everyday life.  Based on the teachings of Saint Josemaria Escriva, recently canonized a saint on October 6, 2002.

From Msgr. Eric R. Barr's blog:     http://anamchara.blogs.com TOLKIEN'S NEW WORK:  A Parable on Humanity's Inability to Conquer Evil Without a Redeemer "Already the reviews are pouring in, and most are favorable for J. R. R. Tolkien's The Children of Hurin.  Rather than focus on the usual stuff of criticism, I want to look directly at Tolkien the Catholic author and what …

The Children of Húrin is the first complete book by J.R.R.Tolkien since the 1977 publication of The Silmarillion. Six thousand years before the One Ring is destroyed, Middle-earth lies under the shadow of the Dark Lord Morgoth. The greatest warriors among elves and men have perished, and all is in darkness and despair. But a deadly new leader rises, Túrin, son of Húrin, …

The Children's Book Of Heroes Edited By William J Bennett William Bennett and Michael Hague, the team that brought us the national bestseller The Children's Book of Virtues , have once again collaborated to create The Children's Book of Heroes, a beautifully illustrated celebration of heroic deeds, both real and fictional, that will delight and inspire millions of young children and their …

The Children's Book Of Virtues Edited by William J. Bennett The perfect companion to William J. Bennett's number-one bestseller, The Book of Virtues, The Children's Book of Virtues is the ideal storybook for parents and children to enjoy together. With selections from The Book of Virtues, from Aesop and Robert Frost to George Washington's life as well as Native American and African folklore, …

The Catechism set comes with two hard back books, Mother Mary... God's Gift to You and The Parables of Willy Wheat .  Both books are illustrated and in full color.  In addition, each set includes wheat berries for activities in the books and a rosary and scapular.

Synopsis The task of effective parenting can be very daunting. This book teaches that the first step in parenting is to know your child , and that communication, understanding, and friendship are central ideas to keep in mind as you raise your children to be mature adults. Here is clear and practical guidance to educating your child in freedom and responsibility.

This bestselling and beautifully illustrated book covers the lives of 52 saints. Ages 6-9.

"The Land of Counterpane," "The Land of Nod" and 62 other poems voice the many moods and currents of a child's imaginings.

M. Keelty There have been many attempts to instill a true and lively Faith in our children, but this little book is a jewel—at the very top of the list. Written in a homespun, very believable style, this little “Life of Christ” will enchant the children while the beautiful full color illustrations will captivate their imaginations. The booklet starts with the Annunciation and proceeds through …

Mascara will help and eyeliner too, but the surest way to a beautiful you doesn't require hours at the cosmetics counter. The best beauty routines start within. Choosing Beauty guides you through a day-by-day inner makeover that will give you a glow that can only come through a life infused with the virtues. Learn how to step away from gossip, grow in courage, practice mercy and enter more …

This is the college guide that changed college guides! This revised and updated edition of ISI's critically acclaimed Choosing the Right College is perfect for those students—and their parents—who want an independent, truthful assessment of what is really happening at 134 of the nation's top schools. Unlike other college guides, which provide irrelevant statistics and …

Product Description Using on-campus sources to turn up the best and worst aspects of leading schools across the nation, "Choosing the Right College" is at once an insider's guide to almost 140 leading American colleges and universities and a high-minded mentor on how to obtain a serious education at virtually any institution of higher learning. ISI's editorial team analyzes the …

The twenty-three men and women who tell their conversion stories in these pages were not drawn to the Church by sound evangelization programs, beautiful buildings and liturgies, or saintly witnesses among the clergy. On the contrary, many of them were attracted to Catholicism in spite of a now decades-long stretch of deficient catechesis, mediocre Masses, and uninspiring leadership. Christ …

Chosen and Cherished: Biblical Wisdom for Your Marriage The first in a series of Bible studies based on Proverbs 31, this book offers tools to help you build your marriage on the firm foundation of faith. Applying sacred Scripture, Church teaching and pastoral wisdom, Kimberly Hahn helps you explore: Conflict resolution Communication skils with your spouse Setting shared financial goals …

Chosen and Cherished Biblical Wisdom for Your Marriage (Book & DVD Set) Kimberly Hahn Life-Nurturing Love —a series designed to build stronger, healthier marriages and families "Spouses and children do not come with manuals and the learning curve can be very steep. Still, the Lord has an abundance of grace for each of us." —From the Introduction The first in a series of Bible studies based …

This chrismal set comes with imported 24% lead glass cruets which are 6 3/4 inches tall.  Cruets hold 8 ounces each.  Tray included.

Christ and the Americas  is the long-awaited high school American history text by the author of Christ the King-Lord of History. It fills a great void because it gives proper attention to and appreciation for the role of the Catholic Church in American history. Beginning before Columbus and concluding with the 1990's, this book covers the vast panoply of American history in a fast-paced …

At last, a workbook for students to use along with Anne Carroll's Christ and the Americas! The workbook helps the student in mentally processing a large amount of information and grasping the major historical concepts as well as names, places, dates and events. Then, with the answers filled in, the questions become a great study guide and memory aid. This workbook includes the Catholic …

Foreword by Fr. Benedict Groeschel, CFR Intro. by Aidan Nichols, OP Each year, the Church celebrates the Mysteries of Christ’s birth, life, death, and Resurrection. These are the seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent, Holy Week, and Easter — and each is the source of a particular grace, each has its own special gift for us. Christ in His Mysteries is Blessed Columba Marmion’s …

Ideal for the engaged, marriage instruction classes, and for those married many years. This guidebook to finding a happy marriage, keeping a happy marriage, and raising happy children has been out of print for over 50 years. Loads of practical and spiritual advice on family life and raising children that will never be outdated because the principles are as timeless as human nature and virtue. …

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 lovely purse or pocket-size  Christ Is Passing By is a compilation of Saint Josemaria Escriva's homilies based on the liturgical year. The cover art depicts Christ on the Way of the Cross. This is a translation of  Es Cristo Que Pasa.

This book is a valuable reference book for the Apostolic Journey to the U.S. in 2008. Pope Benedict XVi's visit to the United Sattes was met with great enthusiasm, hope, and joy, and is sure to inspire Catholics for years to come. Now, in commemoration of this significant event, this book gathers together in one volume the complete set of Pope Benedict's addresses, speeches, and homilies …

This is the Official Commemorative book on Pope Benedict’s 2008 apostolic visit to the USA April 15 – 20.  This lavishly illustrated, large-size edition, has dozens of fabulous photos of all the papal visit venues during his historic visit, with inspiring, informative commentary on the various papal events, and also includes the texts all the Pope’s addresses, homilies, …

Here is a fast-paced, enjoyable, highly readable and fascinatingly interesting Catholic world history that is in great demand for high-school students-and makes excellent, informative reading for adults too! It covers largely Western world history since the coming of Christ-and all from a Catholic viewpoint. The book just flows and flows, recounting episode after interesting episode of our …

At last , a comprehensive workbook for students to use as a study guide alongside the history textbook Christ the King, Lord of History , which is itself a thorough-going, fast-paced, high school Western history text that shows the Catholic Church is the central figure in all of Western history.   Each chapter of this workbook is complete in itself with Questions and Answers that follow …

This is a classic guide to the spiritual life that had a direct influence on several Popes, generations of priests and religious, and countless members of the laity. In clear, inspiring language, the author discusses every aspect of our journey to Christ: “the source of all light, all grace, and all holiness—the true Life of our life.” Written for Christians in every walk of life, and filled …

Perform-a-text combines text and activity in one book. Clear, comprehensive and interesting presentation of the Catholic Faith based on seven key concepts: God, Creation, Christ, Church, Grace, Sacraments and Commandments. Stories from Scripture, lives of the saints and contemporary situations give students Catholic role models and examples of living the faith. The lessons are complimented by …

Teacher's manuals are very detailed, thorough and full of practical ideas. Review and discussion questions stimulate classroom dialogue and help children verbalize what they have learned. Liturgical and Holiday lessons help children participate in the Church year. Prayer service suggestions build a spirit of community as children pray together spontaneous and formal prayers. Living the Lesson …

Book Description:   Cross-referenced to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Christ's Mother and Ours explores Mary's role based on Scripture, historic teaching, art, architecture, songs, sacramentals, devotions, and apparitions. Father Oscar Lukefahr, C.M. is a Catholic priest, theologian, writer, and Christian apologist. He has written many books and pamphlets on the subjects of …

Noticing how often the new Pope had the topic of “joy” as the central theme of his many addresses, Murphy delved into the vast writings of the Pope, before and after his election to the papacy, and found that the theme of joy has pervaded all of his theology. Recognizing the Pope’s invitation to joy as a key to understanding his basic theological vision, Murphy develops those …

Hans Urs von Balthasar From Luther to Kierkegaard, from Heidegger to Sartre, the theme of anguish has dominated both philosophy and spiritual theology. In our "societies of depression" where individuals confront their own loneliness, this theme has recently regained its intensity. In these dense and luminous pages, he is not content merely to show how much this feeling is profoundly inscribed …

Christian Courtship in an Over Sexed World is the only guide for single Roman Catholics that covers it all, from where to find a "spouse-worthy" mate to planning the wedding. Practical, entertaining, and theologically sound, Christian Courtship in an Oversexed World: Examines the many meanings of love Defines a moral approach to courtship Explains how chastity fosters happiness Offers …

Henri Cardinal de Lubac De Lubac shows that Christian Tradition is a living force and in the Apostle's Creed there is both depth and relevance for today's understanding of the Christian message.

This is the newly revised (2006) seventh edition of the classic work which presents the vast historic range of Church documents related to the Church's teaching on doctrinal matters. Spans 1900 years! Reviews - "This is the latest edition of a work whose origins go back to the 1938 edition of Neuner and Roos. This is in every respect what can be called post-conciliar. The introductions to …

A classic work once again available for a new generation - in a new hardcover edition with embossed cover. Translated from the German of Fr. Cramer by Fr. L.A. Lambert, with the approval of Cardinal McCloskey. Rev. Cramer explains the high dignity, honor, and responsibility of the vocation of Fatherhood and the virtues necessary to fulfill this important vocation. Since God gave fathers …

This is the study guide for the book Christian Fatherhood. It is suitable for individual or group use. The study guide includes recommended Scripture readings, questions for discussion, areas of accountability, a prayer focus and a list of helpful resources. Follows the 8 Committments as outlined in the book.

The newly released (August 2008) 10th anniversary editon, now revised and expanded by the author. Now includes updated statistics and family research along with words from Pope John Paul II and Pope Bendict XVI. This best-selling book covers the eight commitments of St. Joseph's Covenant Keepers and gives dads the tools they need to succeed as a husband and father. Christian …

Paul M. Quay, S.J. The unique gift of human sexuality allows us to choose, or not to choose, to participate in one form of God's creation. This little book attempts to sketch, without learned apparatus, the understanding of human sexuality that divine revelation offers us. It is intended primarily for Christian adults who wish not only to know what kinds of sexual behavior are right or wrong …

Hans Urs von Balthasar While von Balthasar's classic Prayer is unparalleled in its development of the Trinitarian, Christological, Mariological and ecclesiological dimensions of prayer, Christian Meditation is a short, readable and eminently practical guide to that form of prayer which God's revelation in Jesus Christ has made indispensable: meditation on the word of God revealing the inner …

Volume One of Germain Grisez's three-volume work is constructed primarily as a textbook in fundamental moral theology for students in Catholic seminaries. However, those already ordained to the priesthood, teachers of religion, parents concerned about the catechetical formation of their children, and others will find this book helpful as well. Some questions naturally arise regarding this …

A classic work once again available for a new generation - in a new hardcover edition with embossed cover. Translated from the German of Fr. Cramer by Fr. L.A. Lambert, with the approval of Cardinal McCloskey. First published in 1880, Rev. Cramer begins at the door of the Church with the mother who has come for God's blessing upon her as a mother. He continues to explain along with this …

This insightful book expounds the Church's traditional teaching on that full flowering of Sanctifying Grace in the soul which is known as the mystical life.   Contrary to some "modern" authors, Fr. Garrigou-Lagrange explains here the Church's traditional teaching - from Scripture, Tradition, St. Thomas Aquinas and other Saints - that the mystical life is not something essentially …

This zipper-cover book of Christian Prayer , which is an abbreviated version of the Liturgy of the Hours, has a black flexible cover with a stylized Chi Rho imprinted in the center. The pages are gold-edged. It comes with a five ribbon marker in red, yellow, blue, green and purple and the current year's guide to using Christian Prayer. The book includes: Proper of …