A sacrament is a sensible sign, instituted by Jesus Christ, by which invisible grace and inward sanctification are communicated to the soul. The Sacraments category includes books on each of the seven holy sacraments (or mysteries) of the Church. There are books focused on a single sacrament and general books covering all seven sacraments. Some of the books are introductory or practical guides. Other books delve deep into Sacramental theology and the history and development of sacraments within the Church.

In this moving book, Fr. George Montague invites us to welcome the Holy Spirit into our hearts in fresh, new ways. Both an eminent bible scholar and a humble pastor, Fr. Montague meditates here on the gift of the Holy Spirit in Scripture. He combines biblical interpretation with warmly described personal experience and the inspiring testimony of others to show us how God's gift of the Spirit …

Don’t let familiarity dull your fervor for Communion! Rekindle your love for the Eucharist now with How to Get More Out of Holy Communion If going to Mass and taking Communion has become just another routine for you, don’t assume that indifference is an ordinary part of growing mature in the Faith. On the contrary: your love of Communion should be growing stronger. You can strengthen it now …

Many Catholics avoid the Sacrament of Reconciliation simply because they don't remember how to confess their sins. They simply don't know what to say and are too embarrassed to ask. How to Make a Good Confession , the newest pamphlet from Our Sunday Visitor, gives Catholics those words, describing the actions and responses for each step of the sacrament. It also serves as a practical guide to …

The Bible says, "male and female he created them." (Gen. 1:27). Expounding on the theme that marriage is an institution and a Sacrament created by God, Fr. Paul Wickens outlines the principles of Catholic marriage in a succinct yet dignified and insightful manner that will both tickle the reader's funnybone and soberly enlighten and inspire him with the reasonableness, practicality and holy …

Sister M. Juliana Francis McGrade (Orig. 1953) A most durable treasure for pre-school and those children up through the second grade level. Ninety-six pages, 96 beautiful illustrations and 48 of those in full color! Your children (students and grandchildren) will memorize the meaning of the beautiful pictures and will beg you to read this to them again and again. This most special book …

 He said..., "So, could you not watch with me one hour?" (Mt 26:40). For centuries, Catholics have answered Christ's plea by placing themselves before His presence in the Blessed Sacrament. Now, for the first time, the theological, historical, and psychological reasons for Eucharistic devotion are revealed. Unlike books that merely present the technical aspects of setting up Eucharistic …

By far the most common questions about marriage. All 81 answered, simply and concisely, by an experienced priest/moral theologian. Fr. Wenceslaus Hertvik, O.F.M., answered most of the questions that troubled married couples a generation ago. A partial list of topics and questions: Rights and Duties of the Married   Eight specific, delicate questions wives and husbands have about the …

Journey of Faith is a Catholic marriage preparation book for engaged couples.  Deacon Roy Barkley points out throughout the book the need for education in this journey.  Couples are coming to the church to get help to prepare for the Sacrament of Matrimony in the spirit of inquiry and obedience to their faith.  Our society has changed.  This book's purpose is to bring a …

"A Jewel of a Book.  Utterly lucid, penetrating, and humble."  - Peter Kreeft THE EUCHARIST is the source and summit of the Christian life - a sacrament of inexhaustible richness, according to the Catholic Catechism. Written to give lay Catholics a better understanding of the Eucharist, this book is recognized as a modern spiritual classic. In remarkably clear and …

This is a very short catechism of Church teachings, practices, and worship intended for both adults and high school students. It makes use of questions and answers as well as brief instructions to present the basics of the Catholic faith. Ilustrated.

Latin - English Wedding Tridentine Booklet Missal This missal contains all of the Ordinary texts side-by-side in Latin and English for the Tridentine (pre-Vatican II) Wedding Mass.

The Little Book of the Holy Spirit by Fr. Bede Jarrett, O.P. CHRIST SAID THAT THE HOLY SPIRIT DWELLS WITHIN EACH OF US - loving us, sanctifying us, protecting us from sin, and leading us in the ways of virtue and prayer. In these pages, Fr. Bede Jarrett helps you penetrate this great mystery of God's presence in our hearts. He explains the ineffable dignity that this presence gives you, no …

Should we hold hands during the "Our Father"? Is liturgical dancing OK? Should the priest say "Good morning" at Mass? And what about those water lillies sprouting in our new font? Msgr. Peter Elliott responds to these and many other current liturgical questions in a clear and, at times humorous way. He deals with the questions people are asking about the way Mass and the Sacraments are meant …

Scott Hahn Mike Aquilina There are no "self-made" success stories in the spiritual life. No do-it-yourself kits for aspiring saints. That's why Living the Mysteries is ideal for a family member, friend, or fellow parishioner who recently received the sacraments of initiation - baptism, confirmation, and the Eucharist. That's why it's perfect for a lifelong Catholic, too. The early …

An illuminating, reassuring explanation of the Catholic Church's teachings on confession and forgiveness by the bestselling author of The Lamb's Supper and Hail, Holy Queen. Jesus told his first clergy, "If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained." In Lord, Have Mercy, Scott Hahn explores the sacrament of reconciliation and …

The penitent will find prayers of preparation, a form of examination of conscience, a rite for reconciliation of individual penitents, a communal rite with individual confession and absolution, and prayers of thanksgiving for reconciliation. 48 page booklet.

  How to have a stronger, happier marriage These pages will give you what you need to make your marriage a source of profound happiness and lasting peace: Knowledge: You’ll come to understand the nature of marriage and its superiority to “living together” and other temporary unions. Love: You’ll learn to distinguish love from lust, infatuation, and other common …

Javier Abad Eugenio Fenoy What is chastity in marriage? What is the notion of Responsible Parenthood? How is the mastery of the sexual drive of spouses to be understood? Is the number of children a decision that parents themselves should make? Up to what point is one obliged to accede to the requests of the other? What circumstances justify refusing the marriage debt? Quoting copiously from …

The Wedding Edition - For those preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage; an ideal engagement gift. Contains the Rite of Marriage, Sacramentary and Lectionary readings.

Quizzes to a Street Preacher are 10 pamphlets on subjects people most often ask about the Catholic religion.  They are written by Fathers Rumble and Carty of Radio Replies Press fame, experts in the field of apologetics and convert-making (Father Rumble was himself a convert).  Each one is a 32-page, vest-pocket booklet of questions and answers that are brief, economically …

Fr. John Laux Mass and the Sacraments is a brief but very thorough and extremely precise and interesting explanation of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, the Seven Sacraments, Indulgences and the Sacramentals.  His explanation of the nature, institution and history of the Mass will prove enlightening to all but the very best informed of readers.  For there is not an important aspect of …

This children's coloring book illuminates parts of the Mass and helps children learn and appreciate Catholic worship.

Dr. Maria Montessori's most valuable book.  Every conceivable element of the traditional Mass unfolds before the eyes of children 8 to 15.  36 illustrations assist in answering hundreds of typical questions (asked by adults as well as kids), about Mass.  Narrative, not storytelling, not condescending.  Masterpiece.

Fr. Frederick A. Reuter, K.C.B.S. Moments Divine is a pious and extremely moving book consisting of 30 short chapters, one for each day of the month. Each chapter contains, first, a dramatic true story of the Eucharist-most of which are miraculous historic events, incredible "Eucharistic miracles" of enthralling interest-followed by an ejaculation, a prayer, an Act of Contrition, a …

My Confession Book is a little classic from 1958 that has assisted many children with their First Confession as well as with their subsequent Confessions. Boys and girls who use this book will receive wonderful help with making a careful Examination of Conscience in accord with the Ten Commandments, hhavingtrue sorrow for their sins, making a firm Purpose of Amendment, and remembering what to …

This treasured keepsake album is a special way to help a child remember the first time he or she receives the Eucharist. Memories of the people, prayers, reflections, photos, mementos and activities leading to and celebrating a child’s First Communion Day are beautifully bound in this sturdy treasury.

This little catechism, printed in two colors with simplified texts and explanations, was first published in the 1940's to give the young first communicants all the basics for understanding the sacrament of the Holy Eucharist. The illustrated booklet has 25 lessons with questions, answers and explanations along with prayers and suggestions for this most special time in life of a young …

A small gift edition prayer book great for First Communicants.

National Directory for Catechesis United States Conference of Catholic Bishops After years of collaboration, study, and writing, the National Directory for Catechesis is expected to be released in the spring of 2005. A companion to the General Directory for Catechesis (GDC), it builds on some of the core themes of the GDC like catechesis’ relationship to evangelization and worship, and …

  "How neurotics can live good Catholic lives, despite struggles and pain" Fr. Alan Keenan was a well known Franciscan preacher in England in the mid-20th century. He was sometimes seen in Hyde Park, speaking for the Catholic Evidence Guild, or preaching Lenten sermons at Westminster Cathedral. But he also taught and wrote, and spent years working pastorally with neurotics (here …

Since the time of Martin Luther, many have claimed that the Catholic Mass is an unbiblical practice, that it repudiates the once-for-all sacrifice of Christ on the cross of Calvary as expressed in the book of Hebrews. Still others have denied that Christ is truly present in the Eucharist. Do these criticisms have any validity? A thorough investigation of Scripture and history reveals that the …

Fr. George W. Kosicki, CSB Do you really yearn for Jesus in Holy Communion?  Are you awed by the mystery of Divine Mercy in the Eucharist? For Sister Faustina, receiving Jesus in Holy Communion was "the most solemn moment" of her life.  She wrote, "O what awesome mysteries take place during Mass!" In this booklet, you'll journey in Eucharistic prayer with Sister …

Pope Paul VI This document contains official regulations concerning marriages between Catholics and non-Catholics as well as a discussion of problems and concerns arising from such arrangments. The booklet also contains a Statement on the Implementation of the Apostolic Letter on Mixed Marriages issued by the US Conference of Bishops in 1971.

On the Front Lines Sister Anne Sophie Philippe Meaney The author, Sister Anne Sophie Philippe Meaney, is truly a person called to a difficult ministry. Her work with the sick and dying is so touching that many of the stories will bring tears to the eyes. This book will give a greater hope as to how God uses our suffering to bring us closer to Him, in life as well as in dying. The ministry of …

Our Splendid Eucharist - Reflections On Mass And Sacrament Raymond Moloney, SJ The traditional devotion of our people to the Mass and the Blessed Sacrament is Linder considerable challenge today from various forces. One of these is a simple lack of understanding of the nature of the Christian Eucharist. That is the problem which this book sets out to tackle. Our Splendid Eucharist is not a …

Fr. Andrew Apostoli, C.F.R. Foreward by Fr. Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. Nothing but the truth.  That's what Jesus promised when he told his apostles that after his death the Spirit of Truth would com upon them.  Twenty-one centuries later, we might ask: What happened next?  Did the Spirit descend? Did the Spirit stay?  Is the Spirit with us today? If so, how does the Spirit …

Fr. Francis Randolph Fr. Francis Randolph presents a very positive and practical understanding of the immense value of the sacrament of confession for the modern Catholic. Father Randolph helps the reader to see how the sacrament of confession meets the deepest needs of the penitent on the spiritual, emotional and psychological levels. Step by step we follow the different stages of the rite, …

What makes a good priest? How can you become a better priest? What is the role of the priest in today's Church? A Pastor's Challenge: Parish Leadership in an Age of Division, Doubt, and Spiritual Hunger is written about priests, for priests, by a priest.  In this much-needed book, Monsignor George Kelly takes an in-depth look at the "Church's first officers."  A priest himself for …

This pocket guide is meant to serve as an aid to such a varied group as those who: Confess regularly Are becoming Catholic Are making their First Confession Have been away from this sacrament for some time Are waiting for a "sign" that God can forgive whatever horrible sin has been committed You will find: Answers to basic questions about Confession Help in preparing to make a good Confession …

Portrait of Christ for Newlyweds is the perfect Christian gift for newlyweds or those anticipating marriage, with beautiful full color printing from cover to cover, with pictures from the “old masters” adjoining every page of text. Even the text pages are embelished with exquisite full color borders. The first part of the book has five beautifully decorated and designed pages with spaces for …

Why do we honor the Precious Blood of Jesus? Because it is, as Father Faber indicates by the subtitle of this book, "The Price of Our Salvation." Our Lord died on the cross from loss of blood. Hence His Precious Blood is in truth the instrument of our salvation. With this thought being central to his book, Father Faber explores, in his inimitable manner, all the implications of …

This is the true story of Eugene Hamilton: a young man who dreamed of becoming a priest; a young man stricken with terminal cancer as his life was just beginning; a young man who, because of his exceptional spirituality, would receive special dispensation to be ordained early, who would become a priest just hours before he died. This book is about the sacramental and the sacred, and how these …

Gerhard Ludwig Muller With the apostolic letter of Pope John Paul II, Ordinatio Sacerdotalis, the Magisterium of the Catholic Church has presented the tradition of conferring Holy Orders on men only as an expression of divine revelation and hence as a doctrine that binds in faith. This makes clear that the Church's practice in this regard cannot be interpreted as a concession to the customs of …

RCIA Catechist's Manual, 2nd Edition Barbara A. Morgan and William J. Keimig Association for Catechumenal Ministry, Editors   The spiral-bound Catechist's Manual is designed to be a practical help to the catechist by offering a structured way of preparing for and presenting the catechetical portion of an RCIA session. Together with the companion Participant's Book , this manual enables …

RCIA Leader's Manual 2nd Edition Barbara A. Morgan and William J. Keimig Association for Catechumenal Ministry, Editors   This Leader’s Manual is designed to provide a comprehensive aide for RCIA leaders in the work of implementing the full liturgical, catechetical, and pastoral aspects of the RCIA process. This book contains instructions about: facilitating an evangelizing and …

RCIA Participant's Book & CD, 2nd Edition   This Participant's Book features a content-rich, beautifully constructed, and endlessly printable collection of 380 handouts in a convenient and compact CD-ROM format. Browse handouts on doctrine, lives of the saints, conversion testimonies, liturgical year pieces, prayers, psalms, and other pertinent topics, at home or any where a computer …

Michael Gaudoin-Parker For twenty centuries  countless witnesses have testified through their writing, music and works of art to their unwavering faith in the Real Presence of Christ in the Holy Eucharist. The examples cited in this work have been chosen simply and somewhat at random to illustrate the constancy of this faith in this fundamental truth of the Church down through the ages. …

Fr. John H. Hampsch, CMF Widespread ignorance about the Triune God can be described as nothing short of "abysmal."  This is especially true of knowledge about the least understood Person of the Holy Trinity, the Holy Spirit. In a Barna survey in 1997, a disappointing 61% of US residents surveyed agreed with the statement that "the Holy Spirit is a symbol of God's presence or power, but is …

This booklet, arranged for communal participation is for the rite for several children or for one child.  The booklet has a place to record the details of the baptism (name, church, priest, parents, readings, readers, etc.) and the people's parts of the rite are printed in boldface type.

The Official English translation approved and published by authority of the Bishops' Committee on the Liturgy. Printed and bound in a green cloth binding.

Set alongside Pope Benedict XVI's first encyclical God Is Love (Deus Caritas Est) where he stressed the relationship between the Eucharist and love, The Sacrament of Charity picks up that theme and expands it as Pope Benedict explores the mystery of eucharistic faith and how it reveals the mystery of the Trinity. Released on the Feast of the Chair of St. Peter, the Holy Father examines the …

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This children's book helps explain the purpose and functions of the sacramentals used in the Church.It talks about the Sign of the Cross, house blessings, the Way of the Cross, Holy Water, and many more.

This book by Albert J. Nevins, M.M. has been revised and updated.  Choosing a name for your child?  Choosing a confirmation name?  This two books explain the meaning of each name, then tell the story of a saint who bore that name.  Useful references, but also instructive and entertaining reading.