What do your favorite films have in common? The answer is inside this book.

Ask Him . . . for Encouragement An inspiring spiral bound little flip-book which stands in a built-in easel and can be used over and over.   These 52 uplifting reflections will open your heart to God's encouragement, just when you need to know, to be reminded, that He cares about you! Jane Trufant Harvey is the author of the popular gift book series: Ask Him for Encouragement, …

Ask Him . . . for Hope An inspiring spiral bound little flip-book which stands in a built-in easel and can be used over and over. We all go through times when life is difficult and the outcome uncertain. That's when we need to step back and see things from God's perspective. Here in this little book are 52 insightful reminders to put our hope in Him - not in our circumstances. Ask Him for …

In his online column, Mark Hart (a.k.a. the Bible Geek) has responded to hudreds of queries from people who want to understand more about how to live the Christian life. Here's just a sample of the topics he tackles: What does God want you to be? Why is taking the Lord's name in vain such a big deal? Is Jesus truly present in the Eucharist? Is the Catholic Mass in the Bible? Why do we …

Ask the Bible Geek® 2 More Answers to Questions From Catholic Teens   Mark Hart   It's about time—finding God in the good times, the bad times, party time, ordinary time, all the time. In these questions and answers from his online column, Ask the Bible Geek® , Mark Hart helps young people make time for God, "the timeless One who entered time and space" for each of us. With wisdom …

Do you believe that God answers all prayers? Does God answer all your prayers? As Christians, we believe that God always answers our prayers, but we don’t always get the answers we want. Popular Catholic author Woodeene Koenig-Bricker has discovered a prayer that asks God for gifts that he wants to give us--and our Lord’s answers will delight us! The prayer, written by the beloved …

Explore the fascinating night sky with this acclaimed self-teaching guide. From stars, planets, and galaxies to black holes, the Big Bang, and life in space, this new edition of Astronomy brings the wonders of the cosmos to life. Offering a unique, successful self-teaching format, this practical, user-friendly guide makes it easy for you to quickly grasp the basic principles of astronomy and …

A journalistic account of the life of the founder of Opus Dei. Easy to read, with black & white photos. Francois Gondrand is a consultant in social communications. He knew Saint Josemaria Escriva personally and his book is based on personal recollections, numerous documents and testimonies of many who also knew the founder.

At Home with the Word 2010 Large Print Edition Margaret Nutting Ralph, Daniel J. Scholz, John P. Imler, Maria Leonard, Mary Caswell Walsh At Home with the Word is available in a Large Print Edition and is your guide to a deeper understanding of all the Sunday readings for the liturgical year. This year's annual provides you with all the Sunday readings for Year C, offers insights into the …

At Home with the Word 2010 Margaret Nutting Ralph, Daniel J. Scholz, John P. Imler, Maria Leonard, Mary Caswell Walsh  At Home with the Word is your guide to a deeper understanding of all the Sunday readings for the liturgical year. This year's annual provides you with all the Sunday readings for Year C, offers insights into the readings from pastoral ministers, and suggests ways to …

Description:   Written by a long-time friend and associate of Mother Teresa, this work features nearly 100 of Mother Teresa's favorite prayers, including many of her own works. Covering a variety of issues and situations, these prayers demonstrate Mother Teresa's spiritual mission: to spread peace and love throughout the world. Hardcover

This very short introduction to the history of the Catholic Church covers the centuries from the inception of the Catholic Church when Jesus entrusted the keys of the Kingdom to St. Peter to the eve of the Council of Trent in 1545. As a quick overview of these years the work introduces us to saints and sinners, to the authentic doctrine of the Church and to the heresies which have sought to …

Athanasius (c. 295-373), Bishop of Alexandria, spiritual master and theologian, was a major figure of 4th-century Christendom.  The Life of Antony is one of the foremost classics of asceticism.  The Letter to Marcellinus is an introduction to the spiritual sense of the Psalms.

What is necessary for salvation? The promise of Eternal life has been a clarion call to the Saints for centuries, rousing them to action and heroic virtue. They knew that, compared with Eternity, this life is but a shadow. We must seek the same destination as the Saints in the midst of a world filled with amusements and vanities that constantly threaten our journey to Heaven. St. Alphonsus …

  Colorado rancher Atticus Cody receives word that his wayward younger son, Scott, has committed suicide in Resurrection, Mexico. When Atticus travels south to recover Scott's body, he is puzzled by what he finds there and begins to suspect murder. Illuminating those often obscure chambers of the human heart, Atticus is the story of a father's steadfast and almost unfathomable love for …

Audrey is the compelling story of a remarkable little French girl who developed leukemia at age 6 and died at age 8. Born into a normal Catholic family, from a very young age she developed a spiritual sensitivity and pure faith that was often surprising to those who knew her. More than a biography, this is a series of chronological vignettes that will both challenge and inspire the reader. You …

To bring the Mass and prayer closer to the lives of children! You wish to find for your children a spiritual guide perfectly adapted to their lives to: • Accompany them on the path of the daily prayer , • Help them develop and nourish their spiritual lives, • Hand on to them the rich spiritual Christian values, • Encourage them in living fully the life of the Church. …

The August 2009 Word Among Us magazine. The Word Among Us - The Word Among Us PLUS The Daily Mass Supplement combines the daily meditations & feature articles from The Word Among Us, and the official Catholic Mass readings from the Sacred Scriptures, into one convenient and easy to use resource for every day of the year. The Word Among us is published every month of the year. To order …

How can I pray better? How do I know God hears my prayers? How can I ‘pray always,’ as Jesus commands? Why must I ask for things God already knows I need? Such were the questions that perplexed a young North African man, Augustine Aurelius (354-430), whose intense yearning for God led him into a profound and lifelong encounter with Christ in prayer. There Augustine found answers to …

It is the year 597 and Pope Gregory is sending a select number of his monks, led by Fr. Augustine, to re-evangelize England.  Young Wolf, born in that land but raised in Rome, accompanies his father, Wolfstan, who goes as a guide and interpreter.  Though the King of Kent's wife is a Christian, the missionaries from Rome do not know whether they will be welcomed, tolerated or …

Review " The Enchiridion , literally meaning a book one holds in the hand, is the mature thought of unquestionably one of the most influential theologians of the western church, St. Augustine of Hippo (354-430). Augustine discusses the theological virtues of faith, hope, and love. . . . Those seeking an excellent introduction either to the thought of the mature Augustine or those needing …

Rev. John Rotelle, O.S.A. Minute meditations for every day of the year taken from the writings of Augustine, with a concluding prayer also from the Saints.

As in his earlier work, Newman for Everyone (Alba House, 1996), Fr. Brady introduces us in a very novel way to the thought of another of the most creative thinkers in the history of the Church, St. Augustine of Hippo. The 101 questions presented here cover a broad spectrum of ideas on the nature of God, evil, the self, teaching, death, heaven, the use of creatures, sin, grace, happiness, …

St. Augustine of Hippo (354-430) had a profound impact on the development of the Christian Church, sparking controversy and influencing the ideas of theologians for over fifteen centuries. His words are still frequently quoted in devotions today and his key themes retain a striking contemporary relevance--what is the place of the Church in the world? What is the relation between nature and …

This classic biography was first published thirty years ago and has since established itself as the standard account of Saint Augustine's life and teaching. The remarkable discovery recently of a considerable number of letters and sermons by Augustine has thrown fresh light on the first and last decades of his experience as a bishop. These circumstantial texts have led Peter Brown to …

St. Augustine of Hippo: Selected Writings Translated and introduced by Mary T. Clark Augustine of Hippo (354-430), bishop, philosopher, and Doctor of the Church whose thought molded the Western theological tradition, is clearly one of the most influential figures in the history of the Church. At the heart of his brilliant philosophical and theological speculation is his spirituality-a …

Fr. Thomas A. Hand, O.S.A. Prayer is a subject that is of vital interest to Christians of all ages.  We are constantly asking questions such as:  What is prayer?  Why should we pray?  For what and for whom should we pray?  How should we pray? In this easy-to-read volume, Father Hand has provided answers to these and many other questions from the thought of a Master of …

The writings of St. Augustine have held a revered place in the entire Christian world for centuries. Now, the world-renowned author of Spiritual Passages shows how Augustine's life and thought are as important to the world today as they were 1,600 years ago.

Genevieve Kineke Foreword by Christopher West What does it mean to be a woman today? Is there a one-size-fits-all answer? How can a woman be truly Catholic and truly feminine, hard-working and creative, and yet be at peace within? How does she nurture life at home, at school, on the job or in the culture? In this profound yet practical guide, Genevieve Kineke invites women to consider the …

Suzanne Baars holds a Master of Arts degree in Mental Health Counseling from St. Mary's University, and is licensed in Texas as a professional counselor, marriage and family therapist and chemical dependency therapist. She has experience in both inpatient and outpatient psychotherapy and has been practicing since 1986. Sue is currently in private practice and operates In His Image Christian …

Love is the basic drive and goal of human life, the Alpha and Omega of every human act. Love is the rock-bottom explanation for every single thing that we do. That is the first of eighteen principles of love theory and love therapy covered in this book. Here are revolutionary ideas that can subsume, unify and make sense out of t he hundreds of contradictory personality theories floating around …

Fr. Thomas Dubay, S.M. Most people assume that the way to mend divisions and factions in our world - marriages, parishes, dioceses, religious orders - is to engage in civil discussions, attend local, regional or national meetings, draw up committee reports and recommendations. To a point this may help, but sad experience makes clear that these approaches alone never heal the polarization …

G.K. Chesterton Here is a special two-in-one book that is both by G.K. Chesterton and about Chesterton. This volume offers an irresistible opportunity to see who this remarkable man really was. Chesterton was one of the most stimulating and well-loved writers of the 20th century. His 100 books, and hundreds of essays and columns on a great variety of themes have made G.K. Chesterton the most …

The Autobiography Of Saint Margaret Mary St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Intimate insights from the Saint to whom Our Lord gave the Sacred Heart revelations. Includes His own words to her and how she embraced suffering for the love of God. This is a very famous book and one of the very few autobiographies of Saints that have ever been written. Imprimatur.

Written reluctantly and only under obedience to his religious superiors, The Autobiography of St. Anthony Mary Claret bares the heart and soul of a saint. For here St. Anthony Mary not only details the apostolic techniques which proved so successful in saving souls but also explains the five things necessary for a fruitful ministry, namely, humility, poverty, meekness, modesty, and …

The Autobiography of St. Teresa of Avila Famous Carmelite classic in a wonderful traditional translation. Her spiritual struggles, vision of her potential place in Hell, mystical graces--yet she remained very down to earth. One of the most admirable women of all time! Nice large print. Imprimatur.

Translated by John Beevers; read by Sherry Kennedy Brownrigg   The greatest spiritual best-seller of our time! Now available as an audio book. St. Thérèse of Lisieux, the Little Flower, was only 24 years old when she died in 1897. Yet her writings continue to have a tremendous impact throughout the world, making her one of the most popular of all spiritual writers. Sharing …

The Autobiography of St. Thérèse of Lisieux The Story of a Soul   Translated by John Beevers; read by Sherry Kennedy Brownrigg   The greatest spiritual best-seller of our time! St. Thérèse of Lisieux, the Little Flower, was only 24 years old when she died in 1897. Yet her writings continue to have a tremendous impact throughout the world, making her one of the most popular of all …

Fear drives me forward as I rush down a rocky path in Jerusalem, trying to sort things out even as dusk makes it harder to hurry. Am I really an American girl, cast back to the time of Jesus? Or a delusional Jewish teen, plagued with visions of a place called America, thousands of years in the future? I don’t know anymore. But I do know that something awful is about to happen to my …

Sally belongs to a household full of aunts and uncles, all headed by her Uncle Joseph and ruled over by his sister Nannie. Uncle Joseph finds there is more than one way to "skin a cat" when he hits upon the plan that will allow Aunt Nannie to give in about her obstinacy in moving from Massachusetts to Maine and at the same time be true to her word. She'd said, "I will never leave my own fire …

John H. Hampsch The mercy of God is mentioned directly in the Bible in more than 400 places.  It is mentioned indirectly in hundreds more, from parables to prayers.  Too often, though, we fail to acknowledge God's enduring mercy.  Sometimes this is because we are confused or depressed; sometimes because we fear our sins have placed us beyond His reach.  Fr. Hampsch tells …

A must for those who want to incorporate traditional masterpieces into liturgical celebration. This manual provides precise directions on how to use Bach’s chorale-based organ works in the Catholic liturgy, and it includes a directory of contemporary playing editions.

Another gem from Dame Muriel Spark. Orginally published in 1960. Reviews - From Library Journal - "Spark's 1960 novel follows a group of British bachelors whose cozy little world is shattered when they suddenly find themselves the target of blackmail, fraud, and other bits of nastiness courtesy of one of the lads. Spark is always a great read." "A rare writer...wickedly …

Dr. Albert von Ruville Msgr. Robert Hugh Benson, Editor Edited with an Introduction by Msgr. Robert Hugh Benson. (Imprimatur 1914). The distinguished author had an illustrious military career and then a teaching career and at the time of his conversion to Catholicism was Professor of History at the most prestegious Protestant University in Germany, Halle University. This great and unique book …

 "We have reduced all virtues to one: being nice. And, we measure Jesus by our standard instead of measuring our standard by Him." For the Christian, explains author Peter Kreeft, being virtuous is not a means to the end of pleasure, comfort and happiness. Virtue, he reminds us, is a word that means "manly strength." But how do we know when we are being meek--or just cowardly? When is our …

Jump right into this hilarious new book on enjoying and celebrating Catholicism in a whole new way! Both a comical read, as well as an indispensable resource for observing the Feast Days of the Saints, The Bad Catholic’s Guide to Good Living is for anyone who is interested in celebrating the history and humor behind the Catholic Faith. Consisting of selected historical sketches of the …

A very funny and very entertaining read! "John and Denise, a long-time Catholic journalist and a trained Continental chef, have done it again. They've ransacked 20 centuries, 5 continents, and their own disturbed imaginations to uncover the fun in faith - and dozens of delicious recipes for dinner, cocktails, and party punch. It's educational - and intoxicating!"  - Angelo …

Bag and Baggage by Sister Carolyn Callahan, is a playful and yet thought provoking look at the prospect of discovering the answer to all of our dreams: Money!  Through rich characters, that only someone with sister's experience could so intimately describe, we are drawn into the everyday lives of these women at the Ashram as they face their combined blessing and dilemma.  

Susan Helen Wallace, FSP Encounter the Saints Series Kidnapped into slavery at the age of seven and brought to Italy as a teenager, the indomitable Bakhita eventually became a Catholic nun and spent over fifty years joyously serving her Lord as a Canossian Sister. In 2000, Pope John Paul II canonized her. This African saint’s engrossing life story, heroic choices, and forgiving heart make her …

Chesterton's second novel chronicles a hot dispute between two Scotsmen, a Roman Catholic, and an atheist, whose fanatically held opinions inspire a host of comic adventures. Introduction by Martin Gardner.

By G.K. Chesterton The Ballad of the White Horse is one of the last great epic poems in the English language. On the one hand it describes King Alfred’s battle against the Danes in 878. On the other hand it is a timeless allegory about the ongoing battle between Christianity and the forces of nihilistic heathenism. Filled with colorful characters, thrilling battles and mystical visions, …

This book is a superb teaching tool with 33 lessons, and is appropriate for grades 4-7. Since the Baltimore Catechism was first launched in 1885, it has proved an incomparable tool for passing on the faith to the next generation. The revival of this Catechism reflects the growing realisation among Catholics, that to accept, practice and defend the holy faith, we must first understand and learn …

Baltimore Catechism No. 1 The original 1885 edition with the famous phoneticized words and meanings. Clear and easy to use. Superb teaching tool for grades 4-7. Imprimatur.

This book contains 37 lessons, more in depth than Baltimore Catechism No.1, and is appropriate for grades 6-9. Since the Baltimore Catechism was first launched in 1885, it has proved an incomparable tool for passing on the faith to the next generation. The revival of this Catechism reflects the growing realisation among Catholics, that to accept, practice and defend the holy faith, we must …

This book is intended for students who have received their confirmation, includes 37 lessons, and is appropriate for grades 10-12. Since the Baltimore Catechism was first launched in 1885, it has proved an incomparable tool for passing on the faith to the next generation. The revival of this Catechism reflects the growing realisation among Catholics, that to accept, practice and defend the …

Claudia Devaux & George Bernard Wong, S.J. Bamboo Swaying in the Wind reveals the extraordinary life story of Chinese Jesuit George Bernard Wong, who was imprisoned in China for more than 25 years for his religious beliefs.  It is a story of romance, joy, political intrigue, cultural revolution, historic oppression, and living hope.  Readers come to know a man of profound faith …

Basic Apologetics: How to Defend the Catholic Faith from the Bible John Brock Jim Graves How confident are you in your ability to refute Protestant claims and effectively demonstrate Catholicism from Scripture? If you're a believing Catholic, sooner or later you're going to be challenged about your faith. You may even come up against an anti-Catholic attack from someone who seems to have the …