As an evangelical, Mark P. Shea accepted the principle of "Scripture alone" as the basis of faith. Now, as a Catholic convert, he skillfully explains how and why Sacred Tradition occupies a central role in Divine Revelation. Tracing his own journey of intellectual and spiritual awakening. Shea begins by looking for a rejoinder to those modern-day false prophets who would claim that …

This document from Vatican II addresses the reception of Divine Revelation and how it is passed through the Church. The document includes the following sections: Preface Chapter I: Revelation Itself Chapter II: Handing on Divine Revelation Chapter III: Sacred Scripture, It's Inspiration and Divine Interpretation Chapter IV: The Old Testament Chapter V: The New Testament Chapter VI: Sacred …

A source-book of theological and historical passages from the Christian writings of the Pre-Nicene and Nicene eras selected and translated by William A. Jurgens, H.E.D.       Volume 1: the Pre-Nicene and Nicene eras;        Volume 2: the Post-Nicene era through St. Jerome;       Volume 3: St. Augustine to the end …

This document includes the following: Jesus Christ, the Only Savior The Kingdom of God The Holy Spirit:  the Principal Agent of Mission The Vast Horizons of the Mission Ad Gentes The Paths of Mission Leaders and Workers in the Missionary Apostolate Cooperation in Missionary Activity Missionary Spirituality

Dear Boys and Girls, God loves you more than anything else in this world. He wants to be your best friend, now and for all of eternity But do you know how to be a friend to God? This little catechism will teach you what you must believe and what you must do in order to be friends with God forever. What you need to do is study the questions and answers, trying to make them become so real to you …

A one-of-a-kind anthology of the most significant and timeless writings of the Catholic Church from the first through the twentieth centuries. The Heart of Catholicism: Essential Writings of the Church from St. Paul to John Paul II is a font of inspiration and information for all Christians. Presented in historical order, the entries contain information about the authors as well as excerpts …

Catholic And Christian - An Explanation Of Commonly Misunderstood Catholic Beliefs Alan Schreck "You're a Catholic. What do you believe?" You're on the spot. Someone wants you to explain some aspect of Catholic belief. Do you REALLY think the pope is infallible? Why do Catholics pray to Mary? Where do sacraments come from? What do you think of the Bible? Are you saved? You wish some …

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 …

This book is your concise guide to the fundamental teachings of the Catholic Church.  Everything you need to know about the Faith is presented in short topical chapters, tied directly to the principles explained in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, 2nd Edition. Essentials of the Faith, Updated is more than a brilliant guide to the Catechism.   It's also a practical handbook for …

These Apologetic Cards on the Early Church Fathers give a short biography of the Fathers and what teachings they are best known for.  The cards are color-coded by topic.  92 cards in set.

The Stunning Truth About Our Destiny in Christ   To share in the unending love; of the triune God is the destiny of every person. This promise of "the love. that never ends” is the quintessential Good News - the core of the Gospel and the grace that flows in the inner life of the Church.   The four. Dominican scholar-authors of this book have taken this single truth as the key to …

  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 …

This document addresses the following: Meaning and Value of Old Age Older Person in the Bible Older People's Problems are the Problems of Us All The Church and Older People Guidelines for the Pastoral Care of Older People

Ann Ball The only comprehensive encyclopedia of Catholic devotions and practices. More Than a Thousand Entries - packed with information and insights on hundreds of Catholic prayers, activities, rituals, and customs. Sweeping in Scope; Timeless in Dimension - No other reference contains so many Catholic devotions or practices from the time of Christ to the present. A comprehensive collection …

Complete Catholic Dictionary and Reference Guide More than 3,000 entries Contains thousands of listings for topics covering theology, doctrine, canon law, saints, liturgy, vestments, architecture, religious orders, holy days, and catechetics. Concise definitions Each entry provides all essential information as well as an easy-to-use pronunciation guide. Cross-referenced to the Catechism of the …

The Catholic Catechism - A Contemporary Catechism Of The Teachings Of The Catholic Church Fr. John A. Hardon, S.J. This volume is intended to meet a widely felt need for an up-to-date and concise source book on the principal teachings of the Catholic Church. The intended reading audience of this Catholic catechism are all those priests, religious and laity, and above all parents and …

This instruction covers the following: Liturgical formation of Clerics and Faithful Vernacular translation of liturgical texts The Rite of the Mass Other Sacraments and the Sacramentals Divine Office Proper Construction of Churches and Altars

Karl Adam The main reason we decided to republish this wonderful little book by Professor Karl Adam is that I wish someone had given it to me years ago when I was a young Lutheran or later when I was a Protestant pastor.  Like most Protestants, I understood the Reformation from only one perspective.  I had never truly considered, nor listened to, the Catholic side because I had never …

An excellent introduction to the thought and the teachings of Pope Benedict XVI. As soon as he was elected to the Papacy, Benedict XVI immediately challenged the relativism of our times that rejects God, that sees noting as definitive, and that, according to the Pope, sets as the ultimate yardstick the individual's own ego and desires alone. The Pope offers instead an opposing standard: …