By Fr. Tomas Spidlík S.J.; Translated by Anthony P. Gythiel Professor-emeritus of the Pontifical Oriental Institute at Rome, Fr. Tomas Spidlík dedicated his scholarly life to studying and teaching the theology and spirituality of the Christian East in the hope of reconciling Eastern and Western Christian traditions. In this encyclopaedic overview of Eastern spiritual teaching he has created a …

Drawing on his early experience as a monk in Bethlehem and Egypt, St. John Cassian (c. 365-c. 435) journeyed to the West to found monasteries in Marseilles and the region of Provence. Conferences is his masterpiece, a study of the Egyptian ideal of the monk.  

Here is a first-time translation from Russian into English of the complete writings of this 15th-century Russian spiritual writer notable for bringing to Russia the spirituality of the early Fathers and Mothers of the Desert, the hesychasm spirituality of the heart. 

An engaging introduction to the spirituality of the Eastern Churches. The Eyes of the Gospel is Archbishop Joseph Raya’s heartfelt, passionate song of love for God, and for the Byzantine way of life in Christ. “God,” he writes, “is himself a celebration. Consequently, all of creation — man, animals, organic and inorganic life — each at its own level is also a celebration.” That crystalline …

By Sergius Bolshakoff; Introduction by Thomas Merton A panorama of the treasures of Russian Christian spirituality, richly illustrated with passages from many formative works. This book is a Cistercian publication. "[Bolshakoff has written] . . . essentially a history of the great personalities of Russian monasticism—a study of memorable saintly figures whose spiritual lives …

An overview of the Acts of the Apostles, the New Testament Epistles, and the Revelation to John. A companion to The Holy Gospel: A Byzantine Perspective by the same author, this volume seeks to be useful both as preparation for studying the Apostolic Writings or as a sort of commentary to be consulted while reading the biblical texts. 334 pages, paper Author: Rev. John S. Custer

A mystagogic catechesis on the mysteries of baptism, chrismation and the Eucharist in the Greek tradition, with a treatment of the Old Testament figures of baptismcreation, the flood, the exodus and Elias at the Jordanwhich were seen by the Fathers as types or prefigurations of the Christian mysteries. Author: Archbishop Joseph Tawil. SOFTCOVER. 64 pages

An easy-to-read synopsis of the doctrinal themes pervading Eastern Christian spiritual life: God’s inner life (theology), God’s love revealed (economy), the Church and our response in worship. Paper, 220 pages Author: Archbishop Joseph Raya

In this volume is a translation of a collection of hymns of Christ, composed by Ephrem the Syrian (c. 306-373), the most famous and prolific of the Fathers of the Syriac-speaking Church. 

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 …

A survey of the development of a Byzantine Rite Eastern community united with Rome from it's beginnings as a movement in the seventeenth century, characterized by a de facto communion with Rome, and it's formal establishment as a distinct entity in the eighteenth century. The later shift from a communion of autonomous churches to one of communion with the Roman Church and the …

A non-technical survey of the faith, history, and life of the Melkite Church—both Catholic and Orthodox—written for the average reader. Updated and translated from the 1994 French edition. A bird’s-eye view of the following topics is presented: a brief history of the Melkite Church; the division within the Church; the difficulties suffered under Islamic rule; the historical …

Includes 160 pages of text with drawings, 13 black and white and 51 full color plates. It is linen-cloth and paper bound. In the last decades the art of icons has gained increased attention. Once icons were passed over by the art critics, or at most classified as popular art, although painters such as Matisse or Picasso went to Russia especially for the sake of studying this art. Most recently …

Detailed Description First in the illustrated series A Popular Presentation of Byzantine Christianity , this outline of the faith and practice of the Byzantine Churches highlights both the sources (Tradition, Scripture, Fathers, etc.) and content (Trinity, Christ, Holy Spirit, Church, etc.) of the Apostolic Faith. 24 pages, paper   Author: Fr. John Matusiak

Archbishop Joseph Tawil's  work is a complete, highly readable introduction to the Church of Antioch’s contribution to the universal Church. Among the many topics included: Liturgical institutions of the East; the Melkite Popes; Christians under Islam; The Melkite Patriarchates; Rome and Constantinople. Archbishop Tawil makes the all-important and often tragic history of the Church …

By Rev. Irénée Hausherr S.J.; Translated by Charles Cummings OCSO How the Jesus Prayer developed and the names by which early Christians addressed Christ. This book is a Cistercian publication. ". . . deservedly a classic in spiritual writing and necessary reading for all those interested in the method of Eastern Christian prayer." -The Heythrop Journal "For the reader who desires God, here is …

Tomás Spidlík S.J., Anthony P. Gythiel, Translator This second volume on Eastern Christian spirituality amplifies in depth the final two chapters of the earlier The Spirituality of the Christian East: A Systematic Handbook . Like St. John Cassian in writing his Conferences, Cardinal Spidlík does not advocate any particular pattern of prayer, but sets out faithfully to collect and share the …

We read in the First Letter of St. Peter: In your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be ready to make your defense to anyone who demands from you an accounting for the hope that is in you. (3:15)  The challenges that Christianity faces today call us to go back to the roots of our faith, to give an answer first to the questions we pose top ourselves, and second to the questions that …

The Place of the Patriarchs of Antioch traces with broad strokes the prestigious history of the Church of Antioch from St. Peter to Patriarch Maximos V Hakim. Exarch Elias presents—in the style of Eusebius’ Church History —an erudite account of the prominent role Antioch played in the Church’s missionary, dogmatic and cultural development. This son of Antioch recounts …

This beautiful, full-color devotional book includes the history of the famous icon or Our Lady Of Perpetual Help. It also describes the latest process of restoration and preservation of this ancient sacred painting that was undertaken in 1990. The book contains photos of many churches and shrines throughout the world that are dedicated to the Blessed Mother under the title Perpetual …