Francis and Clare:  Saints of Assisi Helen Walker Homan Vision Books Today, from nation to nation, the good works of the Franciscans remind the world of the gentle charity of their founder - the "Poor Little Man" of Assisi. This was the same cheerful Francis, son of the merchant Bernardone, who helped with the marketing and scuffled with his brothers and from time to …

Miraculous Images of Our Lord - the companion to Miraculous Images of Our Lady -is one of the most telling revelations ever written about our Saviour.  In this book the best-selling author, Joan Carroll Cruz, has again proved herself one of the foremost Catholic writers and researchers of our time.  For the 42 remarkable true accounts included here describe miraculous manifestations …

These lives of the saints are written in an easily understood and entertaining story form.  Each story, one page in length, also has a full-page picture.  The stories will leave a lasting impression on children.  This volume contains stories of Saints:  Agnes Ann-the mother of the Blessed Virgin Catherine of Alexandria Clare Cecilia Dorothy Elizabeth of Hungary Frances …

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated children's book, Saint Francis of Assisi , tells the story of St. Francis, from his birth to his death.  Included are his vision at San Damiano, his friendship with St. Dominic, his love for the creatures, his receiving of the stigmata, and how he started the tradition of the Christmas crib. 

All royalties go to the fund set up for the restoration of the Basilica. This is a celebration of the life of St. Francis, great lover of God, man, and nature. Extracts from his writings and from biographies of the saint are selected by Sister Nan, a member of the community of St. Francis in London. Illustrated with stunning details and images from the fresco cycle in the Basilica at Assisi, …

Sr. Karen Karper, PCPA   F ormerly Sister Mary Serpahim, Sister Karen is a Poor Clare of Perpetual Adoration. Born in Akron. Ohio, in 1941, she entered Santa Clara Monastery, Canton, Ohio, in 1959. Currently she pursues an eremitical life in West Virginia. During her years in the monastery, Sister Karen has held positions in formation and community administration. Since 1969 she has been …

  Fr. Conelio Mota Ramos, OFM and Fr. Zachary Grant, OFM, Cap. To provide Secular Franciscans of the English-speaking world with a manual containing not only the text but also an explanation of their new rule, we have assembled in one handy volume: (1) the approval of the rule by Pope John Paul II and other documents which introduced the new rule; (2) the approved English translation of …

Anthony F. Chiffolo Blessed Padre Pio, humble peasant and world-famous stigmatist, spoke simple words of Christian encouragement and inspiration to all who approached him seeking counsel. This biographical sketch and collection of memorable sayings is a compact and accessible introduction to the life and message of one of the great religious figures of the 20th century. Born Francesco Forgione …

This book contains the sayings of Brother Giles of Assisi as well as a biography of him.

Auspicius van Corstanje, OFM This little prayer book is compiled from the writings and early biographies of St. Francis of Assisi.  It includes 38 prayers, including: The Crucifix of San Damiano Prayer for Light Prayer in Temptation Hymn to the Holy Virgin Office of the Passion Canticle of Brother Sun Blessing of Assisi Peace Prayer And many others

Praying with Francis of Assisi is not a biography about Saint Francis, but a way of praying with him. Those who use this book will learn that Francis' spirituality fits naturally into Christian tradition and reflects his great love for the Jesus of the Gospels. Each of the fifteen meditations invites readers into the story of Francis and his thoughts and feelings about important life-themes, …

In this book one sees the marvelous way in which Padre Pio dealt with people to heal their bodies, souls and hearts-through miracles, providential coincidences and other remarkable answers to prayers. Madame Tangari (who was herself a remarkable person) describes how she met Padre Pio, how she became his spiritual daughter and how he guided her during the last eighteen years of his life. She …

Vincent Moleta With over 50 illustrations, From Francis to Giotto "Brings together and reviews some of the most familiar expressions of early Franciscan culture, such as the fresco cycle in the Upper Church of San Francesco and Canto XI of Dante's Paradiso , while it merely touches on related questions such as the debate over poverty and the influence of Joachim of Fiore.  These …

Eileen Dunn Bertanzetti 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 …

By Ilia Delio, O.S.F. Masterfully written and intensely enlightening, Franciscan Prayer is the essential handbook for all those seeking to pray and live the Franciscan way. Delio brings to light the "contemplative," "cosmic" and "evangelizing" aspects of Franciscan prayer. Everyone, says Delio, seems to know about Francis' life, his miracles, his devotion to …

Fr. Benedict Groeschel and the Franciscans of the Renewal Photos by Grazyna Marczuk A Drama of Reform is the story of the new order founded by Fr. Benedict Groeschel and seven other Capuchin friars, and of the first two decades of a reform in religious life begun in 1987. United in the desire to be authentic disciples of Jesus Christ and following in the footsteps of Saint Francis, they want …

Padre Pio: The True Story C. Bernard Ruffin This is by far the best life of Padre Pio in print. It tells the amazing story of the obscure Italian priest who became famous all over the world, both for his stigmata and for his miracles and supernatural insights.

St. Anthony and the Christ Child Helen Walker Homan Vision Books Helen Walker Homan contributes her third volume to the Vision Books series of saints for youth in this story of the life of the greatly beloved St. Anthony of Padua. Homan covers many of the important and exciting events in Friar Anthony's life including a voyage to the Mohammedan land of Morocco, a shipwreck, and the meeting in …

Padre Pio Rev. Jude Winkler, OFM Conv. This children's book tells the story of the life of St. Padre Pio. Imprimatur: Most Rev. John J. Meyers, D.D., J.C.D., Archbishop of Newark