Saints are those who distinguish themselves by heroic virtue during life and whom the Church honors as saints either by her ordinary universal teaching authority or by a solemn definition called canonization. The Saints books category features books on the lives of the saints, both collections and individual biographies, and writings of the saints themselves.

"It's almost upon us!" yelled a frantic voice aboard the Saint Joseph, as the iceberg neared the ship. The huge mountain of gray-green ice looked like a floating castle-which would shatter the poor little wooden ship in a moment or two. Just then the helmsman, confused and panic-stricken, turned his wheel in the wrong direction, bringing the iceberg even nearer! "It's the end of …

Ann Ball This is the inspiring story of the famous Father Miguel Pro, who was executed in Mexico in 1927 for the "crime" of being a Catholic priest. This young Jesuit spent most of his short life in the priesthood dodging the Mexican police as he ministered to the underground Church during the Mexican Revolution. Fr. Pro's quick wit and keen sense of humor were put to good use as he …

The Blessed Sacrament and The Mass St Thomas Aquinas Translated and Edited by Fr. F. O'Neil A first for the layman: Aquinas on the Holy Eucharist and the Mass Perfect Companion at Adoration Chapels, or in Private Prayer In this concise volume are all the sections of the Summa in which St. Thomas explains the Church’s understanding of the Holy Eucharist and the Mass. For newcomers to …

Kathleen Glavich, SND Encounter the Saints Series Experience the adventures and challenges, heroism and holiness of some of the greatest friends of God! Offers intermediate readers a down-to-earth portrayal of the saints. Each distinct story vividly recreates for the intermediate reader the saint's place of origin, family life, and corresponding historical events. Every volume also features a …

"If the Son is a king," says St. Athanasius, "the Mother who begot Him is rightly and truly considered a Queen and Sovereign." "No sooner had Mary," says St. Bernardine of Siena, "consented to be Mother of the Eternal Word, than she merited by this consent to be made Queen of the world and of all creatures." Since the flesh of Mary" remarks the Abbot Arnold of Chartres, "was not different from …

Anne Eileen Heffernan, FSP Patricia Edward Jablonski, FSP Learn the story of the children of Fatima in an easy-to-read format for children. Encounter the Saints Series Experience the adventures and challenges, heroism and holiness of some of the greatest friends of God! Offers intermediate readers a down-to-earth portrayal of the saints. Each distinct story vividly recreates for the …

Blood-Drenched Altars - A Catholic Commentary On The History Of Mexico Most Rev. Francis C. Kelley This book is pivotal to understanding Mexico! Shows how Catholic Spain during 300 years - 1521-1821 - formed Mexico and made her prosperous and happy, but how the great Masonic Revolution (1821 - 1928) has made her poor and miserable. Shows that Mexico is still basically Catholic (97%) but is …

St. Bonaventure - The Soul's Journey into God, The Tree of Life, The Life of St. Francis Translation and introduction by Ewert Cousins, preface by Ignatius Brady, O.F.M. "But if you wish to know how these things come about ask grace not instruction, desire not understanding, the groaning of prayer not diligent reading, the Spouse not the teacher, God not man, darkness not clarity, not light …

An amazing new book from one of the great mystic visionaries of the 20th century. Adrienne von Speyr, a renowned mystic and spiritual writer from Switzerland, was received into the Catholic Church at the age of 38 on the Feast of All Saints, 1940, by one of the theological giants of the 20th century, Fr. Hans Urs von Balthasar. He became her spiritual director and confessor until her death in …

A Book of Angels by Marigold Hunt Modern believers may be tempted to look upon angels as one of the more fanciful elements of Scripture, but this illuminating and entertaining collection of angel stories from the Bible shows that there are just too many angels for them to be metaphorical, allegorical, or unimportant. So that children will come to know and learn to revere angels, Marigold Hunt …

The Life of Teresa of Avila, in her own words. She was the last person anyone would have expected to become a nun, yet she became one of the most famous nuns of all time. She was a brilliant administrator in a world where such vocations were all but closed to women. And above all she combined an astonishing proclivity for ecstatic union with God with down-to-earth practicality and good humor. …

The Book of Pastoral Rule By St Gregory the Great Popular Patristics Series Introduction & translation by George E. Demacopoulos Recognized as the most thorough pastoral treatise of the patristic era, this sixth-century work by St Gregory the Great carefully details the duties and obligations of the clergy concerning the spiritual formation of their flock. "Pastoral Rule has served …

The first Christians to visit Europe and the British Isles met pagans who told tales of fairies, talking beasts, and other wonderful things. To these marvelous stories, they soon added new ones about the Christian saints. Some were true, others improbable, and many simply fantastic. In the ones we include here, you'll meet the saint who spent seven Easters on a whale's back and the amiable …

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated children's Book of Saints, Part 10, has stories of the following: St. Ermengild St. John Ogilvie St. Zozimus St. George the Younger St. Fructuosus of Braga Blessed Helen of Udine St. Eugene de Mazenod St. Monegundis St. Mildred St. Justin de Jacobis St. Moses the Black St. Beatrice Da Silva St. Catherine of Genoa St. Gerard Sagredo …

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated children's Book of Saints, Part 11, has stories of the following: St. Alberic St. Mutien Marie Wiaux St. Margaret of Cortona Bl. Angela Guerrero St. Clement Mary Hofbauer St. Hermenegild St. Wiborada St. Epiphanius of Salamis St. Madeleine Sophie Barat St. John of Sahagun B. Osanna of Mantua St. Macrina the Younger St. Grimonia St. …

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated children's Book of Saints, Part 12 , has stories of the following: St. Rosalina St. Teresa Margaret Redi St. Lucy Filippini St. Mary Mazzarello St. Simeon the Younger St. William of York St. Bertrand of Le Mans St. Philip Benizi St. Mary Soledad St. Bertrand of Comminges St. Peter of Alcantara St. Winifred St. Andrew Avellino Bl. …

The works of Ignacio Larranaga provide analysis and solutions, doctrines and orientations for the needs and problems of the whole person. They are a summary of the total mystery of a person and his needs-a summary that has helped millions and millions of people to experience the joy of interior liberation and the joy of living. Now, the message of Father Larranaga is becoming available to …

The first edition of Butler's Lives of the Saints was written by Alban Butler, an English priest and scholar, and appeared between 1756 and 1759. Father Herbert Thurston, SJ., produced the Revised Edition of Butler's Lives which appeared in 12 volumes between 1926 and 1938, This edition was a major rewrite of the original Butler's, This was necessitated, be wrote, because Butler's style, it …

Butler's Lives of the Saints New Concise Edition Paul Burns This new concise Butler's provides an essay on one saint for each day of the month, using the twelve-volume full edition of Butler’s Lives of the Saints as a source. Selections are made from both categories of "Saint" and “Blessed”—canonized and beatified, allowing for the increasing proportion of women and of new- and third-world …

Butler's Lives of the Saints - the Complete Standard Edition - in Four Volumes This monumental work was first compiled in the 18th century by Alban Butler and was later partially revised by Herbert Thurston, S.J., early in the 20th century. When Father Thurston's death interrupted work on the second revision, the massive editorial undertaking was assumed by the noted English scholar and …

The Byzantine Saint is one of the most important contributions to the field of Byzantine hagiography in recent years. SVS Press is pleased to present the collection, based on papers presented by a preeminent group of Christian scholars at a major Byzantine studies conference at the University of Birmingham. Contributors: Henry Chadwick, Susan Ashbrook Harvey, Lennant Ryder, Robert …

A Call to Souls . By Sr. Josefa Menendez. Striking words of Our Lord from The Way of Divine Love. Awakens the slumbering human heart to the mysteries of God's love and mercy. Shows how to return His love each day and how we can help save many souls from Hell. Beautiful and sublime, these words of Our Lord will move you to serve Him ever more faithfully. Excellent for meditation, spiritual …

Synopsis Beloved by millions, Camino (the original Spanish editon of The Way ) is St. Josemaría’s spiritually rich collection of points for meditation and prayer. Genial but pointed, Camino is born out of deep Christian experience and aims at encouraging people to love God and live for Him. Says St. Josemaría: The 999 points which make up Camino were written with yearnings …

Ronald Knox The well-known Catholic convert and apologist Ronald Knox was highly esteemed for both his gift for writing and preaching. This volume combines both skills as it is a collection of his homilies on his favorite saints, men and women of history who were “inflamed with the love of Christ.” In his always descriptive, profound and witty style, Knox shows how these heroes of history …

John Henry Cardinal Newman This scarce antiquarian book is included in our special Legacy Reprint Series. In the interest of creating a more extensive selection of rare historical book reprints, we have chosen to reproduce this title even though it may possibly have occasional imperfections such as missing and blurred pages, missing text, poor pictures, markings, dark backgrounds and other …

Commentary on the Four Gospels by St. Thomas Aquinas Features: Freshly re-typeset . This is the first time in more than 150 years that the Catena Aurea has been entirely re-typeset, meaning that the text is crisp, clear and easy to read, unlike many facsimile editions. It accurately reproduces the original text and incorporates all errors noted in the original volumes' errata sheets. Beautiful …

The acclaimed Gospel commentaries by St. Thomas Aquinas, translated by Ven. John Henry Cardinal Newman. The latter twentieth century and early twenty-first century has seen a revival of interest in the biblical commentary of the church fathers. Noteworthy evidence is supplied by the ongoing publication of two major patristic commentaries by Eerdmans and InterVarsity Press. During the …

Rene Laurentin The fascinating and inspiring story of the French Sister of Charity who became the focus of much popular devotion after it became known that the Virgin Mary appeared to her three times in 1830.  St. Catherine Laboure's story of courage and holiness is unforgettable, and her quiet life of service is an extraordinary example of how God can enter our lives and dwell in our …

Catherine of Siena (1347-1380), mystic and Doctor of the Church, wrote The Dialogue , her crown9780809122332 ing spiritual work for "the instruction and encouragement of all those whose spiritual welfare was her concern."

Sigrid Undset’s Catherine of Siena is critically acclaimed as one of the best biographies of this well known, and amazing fourteenth-century saint. Known for her historical fiction, which won her the Nobel Prize for literature in 1928, Undset based this factual work on primary sources, her own experiences living in Italy, and her profound understanding of the human heart. One of the …

The Catholic Controversy - St. Francis de Sales Defence Of The Faith by St. Francis de Sales This book is a collection of pamphlets written by St. Francis de Sales as a young priest (27 to 29) struggling to reach people who would not listen to him: the 72,000 Calvinists of the French Chablais region, who had lost the Faith 60 years previous. The task looked hopeless yet in four years 72,000 …

Moments of inspiration from some of your favorite saints: strive to imitate their virtues, learn from their timeless wisdom, and ask for their intercessions. Dear St. Padre Pio, Pray for me, please, that I may receive the graces I need to deeply participate in the holy sacrifice of the Mass. Please help me to desire humility, simplicity, and the spirit of obedience in my walk of life. Help me …

Kevin J. Wright A revised edition of this best-selling guidebook is now complete with websites, e-mail addresses, phone numbers, and mailing addresses for shrines and tourist offices. Packed full of practical and essential informaiton this pilgrimage guidebook covers more than seventy of Christianity's most celebrated shrines and sanctuaries in nine Western European countries. In these pages, …

Hamish F. G. Swanston The first, full-length study in English of this amazing theologian, saint, and author. It shows Alphonsus shaping a theology out of his experience in the classroom, the opera house, and the law courts — a theology that still survives today in over 20,000 editions of his works. As Swanston points out, eternal truths are communicate in story, and Alphonsus is a better …

Scepter Publishers is proud to announce this eye-catching keepsake edition of St. Josemaria Escriva's complete published works, available together for the first time in honor of his canonization. This set is essential for libraries and perfect for individuals seeking trustworthy guidance on how to follow Christ in every detail of their daily lives. The Centennial Edition contains the complete …

Scepter Publishers is proud to announce this eye-catching keepsake edition of St. Josemaria Escriva's complete published works, available together for the first time in honor of his canonization. This set is essential for libraries and perfect for individuals seeking trustworthy guidance on how to follow Christ in every detail of their daily lives. The Centennial Edition contains the complete …

Cathy Wright, LSJ Called "the man who turns religion into love,"  Charles de Foucauld followed a winding path to his heart's true desire.  After early years of wrenching loss, rebelliosness, unbelief in God, reckless adventure, and the unbridled pursuit of pleasure, Charles experienced a profound conversion where he met God's mercy and love.  Transformed, he devoted the …

"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 …

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

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.

Bold heroes of the Faith For every half-dozen heroes antiquity could muster, Christendom produced thousands; and often from the strangest holes and corners. Instead of drying up the spirit of adventure, the Fire of Pentecost kindled it anew and made it burn with an unquenchable flame. The Master’s parting instructions to His followers resulted in a host of enterprises quite as daring as …

Booklet Description:   A Christmas Novena , by St. Alphonsus Liguori and adapted by David Werthmann Christmas holds a warm place in the heart as no other time of year. It is the joyful celebration of God's love in the birth of Jesus, the Word made flesh. The Christmas novena has long been one of the most cherished ways to prepare for the coming of the Messiah. Christmas Novena guides …

Louis de Wohl Another of the popular historical novels by the distinguished de Wohl, telling the dramatic story of St. Benedict, the father of Western monasticism, who played such a major role in the Christianization and civilization of post-Roman Europe in the sixth century. De Wohl weaves an intricate tapestry of love, violence and piety to recount with historical accuracy the story of St. …

About this Book One of the great cornerstones in the history of Christian philosophy, The City of God provides an insightful interpretation of the development of modern Western society and the origin of most Western thought. Contrasting earthly and heavenly cities--representing the omnipresent struggle between good and evil--Augustine explores human history in its relation to all eternity. In …

About this Book One of the great cornerstones in the history of Christian philosophy, The City of God provides an insightful interpretation of the development of modern Western society and the origin of most Western thought. Contrasting earthly and heavenly cities--representing the omnipresent struggle between good and evil--Augustine explores human history in its relation to all eternity. In …

"Although this is a small book on the spirituality of a medieval woman from a glorious past, it is also a book about Christian life today. Clare's decisive emphasis on the person of Jesus Christ is an emphasis on the human person as well, what we are and what we are called to be." —From the Introduction Clare of Assisi: A Heart Full of Love explores Clare's deep desire to live …

This book provides new translations of Clare's writings and related primary sources, revised and new introductions from earlier editions, as well as previously unpublished documents to chronicle her life. "This volume takes a big step toward making Clare and her story accessible to a wide audience. General readers and those beginning with the voice of Clare in her writings. Poor Clares …

Translated from the French by Colette Joly Dees " Clare of Assisi attempts merely to bring out of the shadows—where centuries have kept them hidden—a few essential aspects of Clare's spirituality and her thinking about Jesus Christ and human beings." —From the Introduction Clare of Assisi is one of the rare women of the Middle Ages whose writings have been …

       St. Teresa of Avila wrote candidly the story of both her life and her work as foundress in two books: the Life and the Foundations . Despite her openness in them, she wrote with the knowledge they would be read by her censors. Her letters, then, exhibit even more striking candor, offering many details that were not meant for the public. In these letters we walk …

This second and final volume of St. Teresa's correspondence begins with the year 1578, a most troubling time for Teresa. A keen observer of the reality around her as well as within, Teresa in these letters focuses light on many of the struggles in both the Carmelite order and the church of sixteenth-century Spain. She introduces us to major personalities who have left their mark on history. …

The fourth centenary of the death of St. John of the Cross inspired this revised edition of the English translation of his writings. The result is an edition that preserves the true meaning of the great mystic's writings, presents them as clearly as possible, and at the same time gives the reader the doctrinal and historical information that will lead to a deeper understanding and appreciation …

Commentary on the Book of Psalms by St. Robert Bellarmine After being called to the Cardinalate by Pope Clement VIII, Robert Bellarmine, one of only two Jesuit Doctors of the Church, found need for a reprieve from what were often tiresome temporal duties. Therefore, to exhaust his intellectual and devotional energies in writing, he prepared for posterity his very own commentary on each of the …

The "Little Way" of St. Therese of Lisieux explained.

Catherine Doherty and Dorothy Day had a beautiful adventure of friendship together. This presentation of their companionship through their letters is meant to supply a somewhat forgotten chapter in the history of the apostolic laity of North America. The friendship of these two was very deep, holy, and lasting. They had different personalities and approaches to almost everything. Their …

About this Book The autobiography of one of the most popular saints in history, now available in a new translation. Beyond being recognized as the patron saint of Ireland (perhaps for having chased some nonexistent snakes off the Emerald Isle), little else is popularly known about Saint Patrick.  And yet, Patrick left behind a unique document, his Confession, which tells us much …

Reviews: "I see Sr. Boulding's work to be the English translation of The Confessions for years to come." Rev. Edmund Hill, O.P., Augustine scholar "A whole new generation should fall in love with one of Christendom's greatest works thanks to Sr. Maria Boulding." Catholic Library World “Boulding’s fresh new translation of this classic captures the essence of St. …

This is a complete compilation of the Confessions of St. Augustine.  Bound in a durable vinyl cover.

Illustrated with Illuminated Manuscripts from the British Library Extracts Selected by Carolinne White St. Augustine was one of the most remarkable figures of the early Church. In his famous classic, Confessions , Augustine reveals his struggles with temptation as well as his passionate love of God. This work has extracts chosen from his Confessions that express Augustine's wisdom and his …