Straight answers to tough questions about the Faith! Some people who knock on your front door are there to knock your Faith. These visitors have questions about Catholicism, but not because they're curious. They take jabs at your belifes, as they try to persuade you to accept theirs. They want to put you on the spot, knowing that many Catholics have weak spots when it comes to basic religious …

The Answer To Faustus, A Manichean by Saint Augustine The Answer to Faustus, a Manichean is the most extensive attack on the Manichean religion that the early Church produced. Since Augustine himself had been associated with Manicheanism for nearly a decade before his conversion, his writing displays an insider’s knowledge of Manichean teaching. Written probably at the very end of the …

Reviews "The English reads smoothly and clearly. The sermons have helpful subdivisions in the contents as well as the text. Highly recommended." Library Journal "A 'must' for libraries" Catholic Library World "An excellent resource!" Choice

Reviews "The English reads smoothly and clearly. The sermons have helpful subdivisions in the contents as well as the text. Highly recommended." Library Journal "A 'must' for libraries" Catholic Library World "An excellent resource!" Choice

Reviews "The English reads smoothly and clearly. The sermons have helpful subdivisions in the contents as well as the text. Highly recommended." Library Journal "A 'must' for libraries" Catholic Library World "An excellent resource!" Choice

Reviews "The English reads smoothly and clearly. The sermons have helpful subdivisions in the contents as well as the text. Highly recommended." Library Journal "A 'must' for libraries" Catholic Library World "An excellent resource!" Choice

If you have had a family member leave the Church for Fundamentalism or if you have ever been approached by a Fundamentalist at work or socially, you are acutely aware of the fervor in which Fundamentalists seek converts. At times their persistent methods may cause you to question your beliefs. Now there is a way to help you strengthen your Catholic Faith. Answering A Fundamentalist provides …

Jason Evert "One of the best approaches is to `know the competition,' and in this regard Jason Evert's book will prove to be a useful tool in combating the Jehovah's Witnesses' mindset and doctrines. This work is intended for the `average Catholic' who has no formal training in theology, and so it is designed to be easily understood and practical. Beginning with the foundations of the …

An important new work from Dr. Scott Hahn and Benjamin Wiker The essential book for dismantling Richard Dawkins' atheistic agenda. Scott Hahn and Benjamin Wiker collaborate to debunk Dawkins' theories and show how inconsistent and illogical his conclusions truly are. This is the definitive book for college students or faithful Christians hoping to answer Dawkins' claims and assert the logic …

This collection of official Catholic teaching on education is a rich body of work spanning almost the whole of the twentieth century, on the related themes of Catholic education and catechesis. The documents have been collated and edited with a view to enabling Catholic educators to appreciate more fully the riches of the tradition in which they exercise their vocation. It should serve as a …

"Anthony was a simple and humble friar who preached the Good News lovingly and with fearless courage. The youth whom his fellow friars thought was uneducated became one of the great preachers and theologians of his day. He was a man of great penance and apostolic zeal. But he was primarily a saint of the people."—from Chapter One by Leonard Foley, O.F.M. First published as …

Raymond Dennehy Dennehy, a professor of Philosophy at the University of San Francisco, has debated proabortionists with great success in the most hostile environments. This is his inspiring personal account of nearly four decades of debating abortion on radio, television, and university campuses. "The most articulate and forceful voice in the United States to explain and critique the abortion …

Since 2003, when it was first published, this astonishing study of the distinctiveness of Catholic culture and the prejudice it has generated has been hailed as a “stimulating” (Journal of Religion) and “eye-opening chronicle” (Catholic News Service). Crossroad now issues the paperback edition with major study guide, priced for ready adoption in classrooms and adult …

Would a major American newspaper accept a full-page ad viciously denigrating African Americans, Jews, or another minority?  Of course not. But when the target is the Catholic Church, the rules change.   Anti-Catholicism has been an integral part of American culture from the time the Pilgrims landed at Cape Cod. Even in today's supposedly tolerant climate, vicious stereotypes, …

In war it is necessry, not just to have adequate forces for attack and defense, but also to study the enemy's past and present strategy and tactics.  This is staff work, for which, in the everlasting Holy War against the devil, THE ANTICHRIST is a masterly text book, telling us the order of battle in past campaigns, briefing us on the dispostition of forces and the terrain in the present …

Consisting of the Temporal, the Ordinary, and the common tones, this first volume of the new Monastic Antiphonal for the Office contains the antiphons, brief responses, versicles, psalms, and the rubrics, as well as the prolix responsories for first Vespers for solemnities. The hymns are taken from the Liber Hymnarius (Solesmes, 1983).

The second volume of the new Monastic Antiphonal contains the daily Psalter and the Office for the Deceased, as well as the collection of Oratios (prayers of the day) for the Temporal. This volume contains hymns, antiphons, psalms, canticles, brief responses, versicles, and prayers of the day. In this way, on weekdays of ordinary time, it is possible to follow the Office chants using a single …

The third volume of the new Monastic Antiphonal contains the complete Propers of the Saints and all the Commons (offices of the day), as well as the complete collection of the prayers of the Sanctoral. This work comprises the antiphons, the brief responses, the versicles and the prayers, as well as the festive psalms of Lauds and Vespers. With this book, it is possible to celebrate the whole …

Finally, a high-quality genuine 100% full grain leather Bible case, tastefully designed and built to last! This Bible Cover is made of hand tooled vegetable tanned antique brown leather and accented with silver spots inlayed - features a cross design on the front. Made in South America. All of the tooling patterns are created by individual craftsmen using mallets and small tooling dies to …

Patrick Madrid The best ever explanation of the Catholic doctrine of the communion of saints written for a popular audience. Patrick Madrid explains in  a clear, and easy-to-follow style why Catholics pray to Mary and the saints. Using the Bible and the testimony of the early Church Fathers, he shows the biblical and historical foundations of this often misunderstood Catholic doctrine. He …

The Black Forest Friends series - engaging value tales for children ages 4 to 8. The apartment tree was very old. Many of its branches were already broken and bare, and its bark was becoming shiny and smooth. Though not tall and green like the other trees, the apartment tree had a lot going on inside. It was still full of life!

St. John's Apocalypse, better known as the Book of Revelation, is perhaps the most profound, fascinating and frequently misinterpreted book in the Bible.  All manner of heretics, pseudo-prophets and cultists have found in its mysterious symbols and prophecies the basis for their false teachings.  Unfortunately, most Catholic studies of the Apocalypse have been aimed at …

Apologetics: A Philosophic Defense and Explaination of the Catholic Religion by Msgr. Paul J. Glenn  Proves the truth of the Faith from a philosophic point of view. Covers proofs for the existence of God; His nature, attributes and action on the world; the nature of religion; the necessity and fact of supernatural revelation; Christ the Redeemer, True God and True Man; His Church--its …

The Apologetics classic - now back in print after decades! A classic high school text which was used to teach for more than four decades the Faith to generations of English speaking Catholics around the world. Unique in presenting the Faith in a clear, persuasive and understandable manner. Since its demise in 1962 after selling nearly 500,000 copies, no other textbook in English has repeated …

This handy, laminated, two-sided sheet is packed with scripture verses that will help you defend Catholic teaching on a variety of topics. From Original Sin to Papal Primacy, this handy sheet show you the exact Bible verses you need to defend the faith against attack or just to help explain things to those with questions. This sheet goes with the Beginning Apologetics series.

John Henry Cardinal Newman John Henry Newman's conversion to Roman Catholicism rocked the Church of England to its foundation and escalated the spread of virulent anti-catholicism in Victorian England. A rigorous examination of his own religious development, enlivened by touches of satire and sometimes invective, Apologia pro Vita Sua is a spiritual autobiography of great power.

Pope Benedict XVI reflects on the Apostles, their teaching and the life of the early church. Pope Benedict's Wednesday General Audience series of talks on the 12 Apostles have been collected into this new single volume work. "Through the Apostles, we come to Jesus himself" --- Pope Benedict XVI In this fascinating and inspirational journey with the friends of Jesus, Pope …

Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated St. Joseph Picture Book has a story about each of the 12 apostles plus St. Paul.

Rev. Victor Hoagland, C.P. This full-color children's book from Catholic Classics Prayer Series beautifully illustrates the "Apostles' Creed."

The Apostles' Creed Chart, Laminated Know what you believe! The Apostles' Creed was written by the Church Fathers as a brief summary of what the early Church taught. Perfect for confirmation classes, religious education classes, and RCIA preparation. Reproducible worksheets on the back show the Bible references for each statement of the Creed. 19” x 26”.

A wonderful insight on farming and proper care for the earth, from the founder of the Madonna House apostolate. The earth is weeping... how can we heal it? The heavy treads of our modern machinery pound the earth into submission — our society has become expert at efficiently taking from the earth, but what do we give the earth in return? Is this the proper stewardship of the earth that …

Christian Cochini, S.J. He examines the question of when the tradition of priestly celibacy began in the Latin Church, and he is able to trace it back to its origins with the apostles. He examines evidence about the marital status of every known bishop, priest or deacon of the period and gives an exhaustive list of married clerics from apostolic times until the end of the seventh century, a …

Jane Williams In the rush before Christmas, it is easy to forget that the very preparations themselves—decorations, music, gifts and meals—are a wonderful opportunity to prepare for the Lord. This book will help the readers to discover, through lyrical prose and masterpiece art, the spiritual scope of the season’s festivities, and restore the wonder of Christmas to their hearts.

Description of this book Thomas Aquinas (1224-74) lived at a time when the Christian West was opening up to a wealth of Greek and Islamic philosophical speculation. An embodiment of the thirteenth-century ideal of a unified interpretation of reality (in which philosophy and theology work together in harmony), Aquinas was remarkable for the way in which he used and developed this legacy of …

A brief, engaging, and readable summary of the influential thought of St. Thomas Aquinas, one of the Catholic Church's greatest minds. In this clear, thoughtful and immensely readable book, Francis Selman offers summaries on some of the most complex topics in the writing of St. Thomas Aquinas. Selman deftly draws on the work of contemporary scholars while situating Aquinas in relation to the …

Aquinas for Everyone is a collection of passages, culled from the writings of the Angelic Doctor, in each of which the author answers a philosophical or theological question with the aid of an appropriate concrete image. As in his earlier works, Newman for Everyone and Augustine for Everyone , Fr. Brady introduces us in a very novel way to the thought of perhaps the most creative thinker in …

Not much escapes the intellect and imagination of the Angelic Doctor, St. Thomas Aquinas. Whether it be love, children, education, moral reasoning, happiness or the proper dispositions for human existence, St. Thomas seems an expert in all of it. Crime and criminal conduct are no exceptions to this general tendency with him. Not only does he have much to say about it, what he relates is …

Not much escapes the intellect and imagination of the Angelic Doctor, St. Thomas Aquinas. Whether it be love, children, education, moral reasoning, happiness or the proper dispositions for human existence, St. Thomas seems an expert in all of it. Crime and criminal conduct are no exceptions to this general tendency with him. Not only does he have much to say about it, what he relates is …

Your key to better prayer: The complete prayers and hymns of St. Thomas Aquinas Rich with doctrinal exactitude and a moving beauty of expression, the prayers and hymns of St. Thomas Aquinas have long been considered to be among the Church's greatest treasures.  Now you can bring these treasures into your own prayer life with The Aquinas Prayer Book - the first complete English language …

From the Church’s greatest theologian: The essentials of Catholic doctrine — clearly and succinctly presented  Two years before he died, St. Thomas Aquinas — probably the greatest teacher the Church has ever known — was asked by his assistant, Brother Reginald, to write a simple summary of the Faith of the Catholic Church for those who lacked the time or the stamina to tackle his …

St. Thomas Aquinas A controversial figure in his own day, St. Thomas Aquinas forged a unique synthesis of faith and reason, of ancient philosophy and sacred scripture, which significantly influenced subsequent Catholic tradition and dogma. Intensely interested in Aristotle as well as Plato, Paul, and Augustine, Aquinas believed that unaided human thought can take us a long way toward wisdom …

Edited by Greg Ladd Archbishop Fulton Sheen is considered by many to be the most influential Catholic of the 20th century in America. Millions of people watched his incredibly popular television series every week, Life is Worth Living, and millions more listened to his radio program, The Catholic Hour . Wherever he preached in public, standing-room-only crowds packed churches and halls to hear …

Reviews of this book: "During these trying days, saints are not only needed, they are necessary. In this little book, the great Archbishop Sheen explores the spirituality of the Little Flower, giving us lessons and guidance for our own journey to Heaven. There is only one Fulton Sheen and here he is at his best: teeming with spiritual insight, filled with drama, and oh so practical. It s …

Jeanne Bendick, through text and pictures, admirably succeeds in bringing to life the ancient Greek mathematician who enriched mathematics and all branches of science.  Against the backdrop of Archimedes' life and culture, the author discusses the man's work, his discoveries and the knowledge later based upon it.  The simple, often humorous, illustrations and diagrams greatly enhance …

The “Culture of Death” has become a popular phrase, and is much bandied about in academic circles. Yet, for most people, its meaning remains vague and remote. DeMarco and Wiker have given the Culture of Death high definition and frightening immediacy. They have exposed its roots by introducing its “architects.” In a scholarly, yet reader-friendly delineation of the …

Steven J. Schloeder Amid the growing dissatisfaction with Catholic church architecture since the Second Vatican Council, and the general lack of clear and vibrant direction in liturgy, this book responds to the timely question of "How ought we build our churches?" Drawing upon the texts of the Second Vatican Council, recent papal encyclicals, and the Catechism of the Catholic Church , …

Are We Talking to Ourselves? How to Effectively Communicate Catholic Family Teachings Effective communication is often a lost or forgotten skill with Catholic leaders, teachers, and evangelists. In this CD Steve Wood shares vital information for how to effectively communicate Catholic family teachings with different audiences. To demonstrate communication strategies, Steve addresses the …

This 61 page pamphlet has an introduction by Frank Duff, the founder of the Legion of Mary, and contains twelve short essays on the spirit and Marian apostolate of this world-wide organization.

Arianism and Other Heresies by Saint Augustine This volume contains six works of Augustine of Hippo, all dealing with the general topic of heresy, along with two works by other authors to which Augustine is replying. The Works of Saint Augustine - the new series from New City Press, in conjunction with the Augustine Heritage Institute, will provide the complete works of Saint Augustine for the …

Early in his career, Newman immersed himself deeply in the study of the church fathers. This volume is a fine academic study, as well as a source of insight into the spirituality of Newman. Important for students of Arianism and Athanasius, as well as Cardinal Newman himself.  

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 …

Fr. Benedict Groeschel, CFR Well-known author, psychologist and priest Fr. Benedict Groeschel draws on his own years of personal experiences in dealing with people's problems, tragedies and "darkness" as he offers help and guidance for any Christian troubled or burdened by life. If you are struggling with fear, anxiety, grief, loss of loved ones, hurt, anger or anything that makes life …

Early baby boom Catholic moral guidance, brief, authoritative and readable, by a priest who wrote seven such books well before the turbulent 1960s.  The chapters are all derived from his nationally syndicated newspaper column-carried in many a big-city newspaper!-and hold the answers to the 83 most frequently asked questions from Catholic married couples.

The Art of Dying Well: (or, How to be a Saint, Now and Forever) St. Robert Bellarmine Rather than turning away from death, great saints like Robert Bellarmine, the author of this book, use it as a lens through which to view life from the right perspective — God’s perspective. Seen this way, death becomes for them — and can become for you — not so much a reason for fear …

Simple Secrets of holiness that the saints themselves use — revealed by a saint! There are as many paths to holiness as there are saints in Heaven . . . but you can’t follow them all. Yet there’s one thing every saint practices that you can imitate: the simple art of loving God, which the beloved St. Francis de Sales explains for you here. Under his wise and gentle guidance, you’ll discover …

CCL's newest NFP manual which explains the Sympto-Thermal Method of NFP. The Art of Natural Family Planning® Student Guide is the course manual for CCL's new NFP course which will debut in January 2008. Excellent for current NFP users who want to update to a more streamlined method. Large format; easy-to-read and understand. Information on breastfeeding, cycle irregularities, miscarriages, …

Rev. John Hampsch Written by noted author and preacher Rev. John Hampsch, this series presents some of the most important and popular topics in Catholic life. All of Father Hampsch’s booklets are Scripture-based answers to frequently asked questions about living the Catholic Faith. These 3 3/4" x 6" booklets are perfect when you need to hear the word of God in your busy schedule.

Artfully Teaching the Faith Steven Kellmeyer Seventeen masterpieces of medieval and Renaissance art are matched to sixteen crucial doctrines of the Church. A short, clear discussion shows how each masterpiece illuminates its matching doctrine. Discover how each Catholic artist visually embedded Catholic doctrines in the works under study. Quickly gain an appreciation and an appetite for …