Dom Augustin Guillerand Learn to Pray as Monks Pray For nearly a thousand years, monks of the Carthusian Order have withdrawn from the world so they can place themselves in the presence of God. Alone in their cells, they pray, work, and take their meals, freed from worldly distractions and the cacophony of thoughts that course through your mind and mine, when, at the end of the day, we kneel …

Minute meditations for every day of the year taken from the writings of Cardinal Newman plus a concluding prayer for each day.

This is a new edition of Fr. Green's classic work on prayer which was originally published over 20 years ago.

Rejection can hurt beyond any other state or emotion. Rejection is a part of the journey of faith. To be rejected by friends hurts—being rejected by family even more so. This rejection is a mystery that encompasses you when you choose to follow Jesus Christ. Like him, you will experience that strange feeling of rejection by God himself, when you too cry out, “Father, Father, why have you …

One of the great problems facing working women and housewives seems to be their inability to find time to lead full spiritual lives. Many feel they do not have time for God, the Church or religion in their hectic daily routines. Also, material ambitions often obstruct their need to know and love God. In these and similar situations, it becomes easy to stop praying and to forget about God …

The charitable work of praying for the Holy Souls in Purgatory is a practice in which we participate more fully in the Communion of Saints.  Prayers for the Holy Souls, once commonly done everyday (and at every meal) by the faithful, are now more rare.  We need to make a personal commitment to renew this practice in our own lives and with our families.  This simple book, which …

    These prayerful meditations offer individuals or small groups an opportunity to grow in their faith in God and His Church. The creed that Catholics recite every Sunday provides the backdrop for this book, which is the first of four volumes based on the teachings of the Catechism of the Catholic Church . For members of the Oratory of Divine Love, a lay movement founded by Fr. …

This booklet teaches the reader how to pray the rosary, and it also offers scripture meditations and includes prayers from the Liturgy.  The Luminous Mysteries are included.

Adrienne Von Speyr Adrienne von Speyr, whom Hans Urs von Balthasar called "one of the great mystics of the Church", shares her own prayers with us on a variety of spiritual themes. These prayers from a modern mystic who lived very much in the world as a devoted medical doctor and wife are profound, unique and intriguing. They cover a variety of themes and needs that will be both an inspiration …

by Msgr. David E. Rosage A classic work on scriptural prayer. For the past quarter century hundreds of thousands of readers have appreciated Speak, Lord, Your Servant is Listening . They celebrate it as an easy-to-use and practical guide to Scriptural prayer. Now in this 25th Anniversary edition, you will: learn how to pray with Scripture, follow daily readings that lead to a deeper …

This seasonal devotional features meditations drawn from the down-to-earth and eminently practical writings of Catherine Doherty. Providing daily spiritual guidance, there are deep insights on prayer and spiritual growth as well as homespun words of advice on everyday work and family life. Nostalgic entries even recall Christmas and Easter customs from Catherine's childhood in the Old Russia …

Minute meditations for every day of the year containing a scripture reading, a reflection, and a prayer. Fr. Catoir teaches us that one can eliminate negative thinking, and improve one’s emotional life, by putting on the indomitable will to count one’s blessings and choosing to be happy by filling one’s mind with uplifting thoughts.

There have been thousands of books written about prayer and millions of sermons preached about it, yet people continue to wonder: Why doesn’t God answer me when I cry out to him? In light of all the problems we face in life, we want to know why God is often so “silent” when we pray to him. Anthony DeStefano, author of the bestselling A Travel Guide to Heaven, knew there had to be an answer to …

Compiled by Msgr. Michael Buckley; Edited by Tony Castle   NEW LEATHERETTE EDITION! In a day when Catholics have less time and yet a greater need than ever for personal prayer, The Catholic Prayer Book is a much-needed resource. Filled with a wide range of prayer from the rich tradition of the Church-including personal, family, and liturgical prayer and prayer for special occasions— The …

This book of prayers contains both traditional and modern prayers intended to enliven one’s Faith. Printed and illustrated in two colors.

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 …

Used by priests and seminarians at the North American College in Rome, this prayer book contains a wealth of prayers, litanies, Novenas, and meditations. Some prayers are included in Latin, Italian and Spanish.

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 …

The Discernment Of Spirits Although Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Jesuits, is one of the most influential spiritual leaders of all time, most readers find his Rule hard to understand. Father Gallagher, an authority and gifted teacher, help us understand the rule and how its insights are essential for our spiritual growth today.

New leather-bound edition of St. Faustina's Diary.

Compiled by Beverly Coney Heirich New paperback edition! This book of 120 thoughts from the mind of Bishop Sheen will help you to discover spiritual insights and lead you closer to the God who loves you. Each reading includes a short passage from the book of Proverbs and a place to record your private Holy Hour thoughts. A Servant Book.

“Recommended for every believer who wishes to grow in personal prayer.” — Catholic Bishops National Bulletin on Liturgy Written in a practical and personal style, Catherine Doherty’s popular book brings us to the very heart of prayer. Her words give evidence of deep spirituality and practical wisdom as she draws on her years of reflection on Eastern Christian (Byzantine) and Western Christian …

Review "The late Fr. John Rotelle has done a work I have been waiting for for a long time. Having prayed my way through The Confessions for half a century, I hail this marvelous anthology of prayer and the beautiful translation." —Benedict J. Groeschel, Author of Augustine: Major Writings

Trustful Surrender To Divine Providence . "To remain indifferent to good fortune or to adversity by accepting it all from the hand of God without questioning, not to ask for things to be done as we would like them but as God wishes, to make the intention of all our prayers that God's will should be perfectly accomplished in ourselves and in all creatures is to find the secret of happiness …

What better place to pray for the Holy Souls in Purgatory than in front of our merciful Savior? Our Lord waits for us in the Blessed Sacrament - for us to adore Him. The Holy Souls wait for our prayers so that their deepest longing - to rest in the bosom of Christ - can be realized. We have the Holy Eucharist - the Suffering Souls long for Him! This simple book, which fits in purse or pocket, …

More than a Devotion... Understand Divine Mercy and Its Importance Today. What exactly is God’s mercy? Where do we find it in Sacred Scripture? What is the basis for it in the life of the Church? Dr. Robert Stackpole, STD, a university professor and expert on Divine Mercy, addresses these questions as he takes the reader on a tour of God’s mercy in Scripture and Church history. In …

The Compact Catholic Prayer Book combines the traditional prayers of the Catholic faith with newly written prayers for contemporary concerns, such as the conversion of terrorists and victims of cancer and AIDS. Catholics will use this handy treasury of prayers each day to pray the blessings of morning, noon, and evening and to recite the short, one-sentence "prayers on the run" for …

Edited by Rev. Francis Evans, this is an inspiring prayerbook with a wealth of timely prayers for any occasion. Printed and illustrated in two colors.

Our Lady and the Church is one of the great works of twentieth-century theology—a profound meditation on the riches to be found in the writings of the Early Church Fathers about Mary. Filles with richly poetic, sometimes startling imagery, Our Lady and the Church is the rare book that appeals with equal power to both the mind and the heart. "Hugo Rahner's great achievement was his rediscovery, …

This book of prayers is taken from the classic work of Thomas à Kempis. All the prayers are provided in large type and sense lines for easier reading and understanding. Printed and illustrated in two colors.

Saint John Cassian on Prayer Translated, with an introduction, by Augustine M. Casiday Cassian’s insights on prayer have been read and honored for sixteen centuries by Christians in both East and West. His two classic conferences, conversations with desert monks, are published here in a new translation. Augustine M. Casiday, currently Leverhulme Fellow in the Department of Theology at Durham …

The Rosary In Action A compendium of information about and a call to renewed devotion to the Holy Rosary and the Blessed Virgin John S. Johnson Solutions to difficulties in learning to meditate on the Rosary, plus practical help to say it better. Also historical background meditations. Imprimatur.

Prayers to My Favorite Saints, Part 2 Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. Collection of original prayers to fifteen of the most beloved saints.  Illustrated in full color.    

A newly expanded edition of the Society of Publicans Prayer Book containing the Prayers of Intercession, Publicans prayer calendar, prayers for groups, Acathist Hymn to the Name of Jesus, Paraclisis; prayers for daily life and for various times of the day; occasional prayers, the Resurrectional Troparia; and more. This book is a pulication of the Prayer Ministry of the Melkite Catholic Eparchy …

In this volume is the authentic text of one of the most famous examples of Russian spiritual literature, which deals with various aspects of the Jesus Prayer. A redaction of this text is thought to have been written no earlier than 1859. 

Doubts come to everyone—but you are not alone. In her new book, Catherine Doherty walks with us through some of the doubts that trouble us most in this day and age. Doubts are part of the journey of faith. When you’re affronted by doubts, when you can’t get a handle on the answers that make you feel secure, you are walking in the company of the saints. Doubts come: Does God exist? Where is …

This timely volume contains both official and traditional prayers to the Trinity and to Mary. The text is in large type. Printed and illustrated in two colors.

Love Peace and Joy - Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus according to Saint Gertrude . Based on the actual words of Our Lord to St. Gertrude as recorded in her famous Revelations. Shows little-known ways to gain great graces quickly and advance rapidly in divine love, especially by placing all of our own prayers in the Sacred Heart of Jesus, that they might be perfected and made more …

The Secret Of The Rosary . By St. Louis de Montfort. Probably the finest book ever written about the Rosary; appeals to all ages. Shows the great spiritual power of the Rosary, which is appreciated by few. A miracle of a book. Imprimatur.

The Two Divine Promises . By Fr. Roman Hoppe. Two powerful private revelations of Our Lord. Says that anyone who receives Holy Communion worthily 30 consecutive days and says certain prayers, will save his own soul and that of another. Affects everyone!

The Blessed Sacrament . By the Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration. The Blessed Sacrament is the great "open secret" of the Catholic Church--the great truth that Jesus Christ is in the Tabernacle and is accessible to all who believe in Him. But this truth is not immediately obvious, and thus it is not really appreciated as it should be. The Blessed Sacrament--God With Us is a …

The Ways Of Mental Prayer by the Rev. Dom Vitalis Lehodey One of the Church's greatest classics on mental prayer, highly commended by Fr. Garrigou-Lagrance and Pope St. Pius X. Concentrates on the beginning stages of mental prayer up through the "prayer of quiet," but also goes into the higher levels. Describes the passage from ordinary prayer to mystical prayer, which is the giant …

Catholic Prayers (small edition) . This is probably the greatest little Catholic prayerbook you will ever encounter because it has over 100 Traditional Catholic prayers and is comprised of 4 Parts or sections: Part I contains the common prayers every Catholic should know by heart over 25 including the Acts of Faith, Hope, Love and Contrition, plus numerous short invocations. Part II contains …

Often, people feel drawn to prayer but are timid and unsure about how to pray. For over thirty years, Opening to God has de-mystified prayer for countless thousands. Friendly and inviting, Opening to God explains what prayer is all about, then turns to techniques that ready the soul to encounter God. Mining his rich experiences as a Jesuit missionary and spiritual director, Rev. Thomas Greene, …

About this book: The Glenstal Book of Prayer is a rich, nourishing resource on the dark, mysterious, but exciting journey that is prayer. It draws on things both old and new: on the wisdom of the Bible, enshrined in Benedictine liturgy, on the experience of modern monks, and on the wisdom of the Christian Church throughout her long and varied history. Coming as it does from an Irish monastery, …

Edited by Rev. Victor Hoagland, C.P., this prayerbook is intended to enable everyone to know, appreciate, and follow Christ in His Passion.

A guide to saving grace Any day should be a good day to die. If you prepare through penitence, practice daily forgiveness, and seek reconciliation with God, you can be confident of the ultimate grace: a happy death. Are you ready? Are your loved ones? How can you help those sick and suffering today? Prayers for Eternal Life tells you how -- with specific practices, prayers, and devotions -- to …

Fr. Thomas Green, S.J., well-loved author and seminary professor, brings the wisdom he has gained through thirty-five years as a spiritual director to The Friend of the Bridegroom , a personal and insightful look at spiritual direction in the life of the Christian. Rooted in Green's experience, focusing on the directee's spiritual needs, The Friend of the Bridegroom inspires as well as …

With wisdom and common sense Father Green tackles a very serious subject - discernment - and provides a clear, highly readable explanation for all Christians, in all walks of life. An invaluable tool for all who are called in their individual and communal lives to discern what God's will is in very concrete terms. Those facing major decisions in their lives will find special assistance and …

The Way of Silent Love By a Carthusian monk, Translated by an Anglican Solitary A carthusian novice master reminds his charges, and his readers, that the call to live wholly and radically in Christ is the vocation of all Christians and all humanity. 'The Christian is not a separate species of human being, but what each person is called to be. And the monk is not a separate species of …

New prayerbook that provides prayers for the major post-millennium themes. It contains prayers to God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit as well as prayers to Mary. Printed in large, easy-to-read type and in two colors.