Being Born into Eternal Life: Prayers for the Dying Sr. Anne Sophie Philippe Meaney Sr. Anne Sophie Meaney, author of On the Front Lines, has the unique privilege of praying at the bedside of the dying. Through her beautiful and prayerful ministry, many have had the benefit of her loving prayers as they are Beiong Born into Eternal Life. Sr. Anne Sophie has compiled a collection of the …
Fr. Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange, O.P. A theological treatise for lay people on the 4 Last Things - Death, Judgment, Heaven and Hell by probably the 20th century's greatest theologian. Discusses the roots of vice and virtue, purgatory before death, final impenitence, the grace of a happy death, the Particular Judgment, reasons for Hell, dvine perfections, the pain of loss, Purgatory's …
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 …
Hans Urs von Balthasar The fourth volume in von Balthasar's essays is built around the theme of Spirit and Institution, the two central features of the Church which Balthasar approaches from different angles. The third volume is built around the theme of the Holy Spirit as the Creator Spirit. The first volume was constructed around the mid-point of the Word become man, and the second volume …
Adrienne von Speyr The Swiss mystic explores the different "gates into eternal life" which God's grace has placed in our life, including the Sacraments, the Church's calendar, prayer and Holy Scripture.
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 …
Selections from St. Alphonsus' writings. Covers virtually every aspect of Hell. Shows it exists, describes its torments, proves it is eternal, demonstrates it is not unjust and answers a host of questions. Best short antidote for today's irreligion that we know.
Dr. Pat Fosarelli Whatever You Do to the Least of These introduces pastoral visitors, both ordained and non-ordained, to the main issues confronting children and adolescents of different ages when they are faced with illness, injury, or dying. It also highlights the issues faced by parents and siblings in these same circumstances. Part I of this book focuses on the various developmental …
How can I get to Heaven? In past centuries, thousands of churches have struggled with that one basic question. Unfortunately, there are often as many answers as there are churches. This book will clear away the confusion and bring you into a realm of understanding that you always knew possible but just needed the proper guidance to bring it out. As with most things that …
In one of his most penetrating books, Peter Kreeft ponders, as a Christian philosopher, the meaning of a terminal illness we all have: death. How we approach death, feel about death, cope with death, and actually die depends on how we answer the question of what death is. As Kreeft states, "Life is either totally meaningless or totally meaningful, depending on what death is." The …
In Predestination , the great Fr. Garrigou-Lagrange gives a masterful theological exposition of the classic Thomistic teaching on this, the most difficult of all theological tracts, showing the reconciliation - as far as it can be understood this side of the Beatific Vision - of the various elements of the Church's teaching on Predestination. Based on Scripture and Tradition, this book gives …
Life is short and Hell is real! In this popular abridgement of the much larger original book, St. Alphonsus outdoes himself in addressing the question of preparation for death and gaining the grace of final perseverance. Everyone must face death as a daily possibility, and this book - dead center on the ultimate human problem - focuses on the necessity of proper and constant preparedness to …
Guidance To Heaven Cardinal Giovanni Bona This is the best book we have ever seen to show the shortness and uncertainty of life and why we should live in anticipation of and preparation for death. Says we should not live being afraid to die because we are not prepared; but realizing that death is one's grand entrance into true life, if one is well prepared, we will make it our life's work …
Certain beliefs make us uniquely Catholic -- one of which is purgatory. In this quick and insightful guide, discover the important role of purgatory in your personal faith journey as well as the journeys of those who have gone before you. Best-selling author, noted defender of the Faith, and EWTN host Patrick Madrid uses an easy Q & A format to clear up common misconceptions about the …
Heaven Sense - What Scripture And The Catholic Church Really Teach About Heaven Fr. John Peter Arendzen Some folks still think Heaven’s a land of clouds and harps, while others imagine it as a grand resort where fishermen always land the big one and all golfers shoot under par. Many confess they’re not sure about the details, but one thing they know for certain: there will be no troubles or …
As never before, the Catholic Church has been called upon to be the defender of Scripture and preserver of truth in modern times. Not by Faith Alone will set the biblical and historical record straight. But more important, as you learn the real truth about salvation and all that it embraces, this book will offer you the means to come to one of the deepest relationships with God …
Piers Paul Read The famous British novelist and playwright Pier Paul Read presents his lively, thought-provoking reflections on wide ranging spiritual topics with his usual brilliance and insight. When this best-selling writer turns his attention to a subject he holds most dear, his Catholic faith, as well as religious and cultural issues of our times, he provokes delight and …
Von Speyr addresses the perennial and ultimate human question--the question of death. This book is not only a synthesis of the Christian view of death. It is also an antidote to the insipid sociological sentimentalism of so many books written about death and dying today. Death is not just the last stage of growth or something we must cope with or accept, nor something we must help people do …
Originally delivered in Latin as one of five sermons on the "Four Last Things" (Death, Judgment, Hell and Heaven) to a congregation largely consisting of faculty and students at the University of Louvain in Belgium, Hell and Its Torments us a novel and vigorous consideration of the reality of Hell and its punishments, one that will certainly inspire people to do whatever is necessary …