Louis de Wohl Continuing his popular series of novels about saints of the Church, de Wohl devotes his considerable talents to an interpretation of one of the most unusual women of all time, Saint Catherine of Siena. The daughter of a prosperous dyer in fourteenth-century Siena, Catherine never forgot the mystical experience of her extreme youth; at that time she devoted herself to Christ. It …

The success of this book is one of the most amazing stories in publishing history, for St. Therese died at only age 24, after a 9-year hidden life as a cloistered Carmelite nun. Translated into many languages,  The Story of a Soul  quickly had a phenomenal reception, and millions of copies were distributed worldwide.   Written under obedience, the book conveys her secrets of …

Saints Of North America Vincent J. O'Malley, C.M. Meet more than a hundred saints, blesseds, and official candidates for sainthood who lived and worked in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America, and the Caibbean. Learn more about these "local" men and women - and children! - whose examples of holiness prove that personal sanctity is possible right here, right now. The …

St. Francis of Assisi and the Conversion of the Muslims . This book is a new release and will be ready December 1st! Tells the authentic story of St. Francis' trip to the Sultan in Egypt and efforts to convert him to the One True Faith. Also includes a brief biography of St. Francis, including his stigmata, the Franciscans, St. Clare, and St. Francis' view of the Crusades. A book greatly …

St. Michael and the Angels is a beautiful and inspiring book telling all about the angels. Filled with stories from the lives and writings of the saints, it tells of the role which the good angels play in the divine economy of saving souls. Led by St. Michael, the Prince of the heavenly host, the angels act as our guardians, serve as messengers from God to us and from us to God, surround the …

Rene Laurentin The fascinating and inspiring story of the French Sister of Charity who became the focus of much popular devotion after it became known that the Virgin Mary appeared to her three times in 1830.  St. Catherine Laboure's story of courage and holiness is unforgettable, and her quiet life of service is an extraordinary example of how God can enter our lives and dwell in our …

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Saint Raphael Novena And Prayers This little book contains a brief biography of the saint, information about novenas, morning and evening prayer, a novena to St. Raphael and various other prayers to the patron of travelers, the blind and those seeking a spouse.

F. A. Forbes The life of St. Monica is the classic story of a great mother - for how else would the wayward young Augustine ever have become the great St. Augustine without his mother's prayers and example? Monica is also a shining example for Catholic wives.  As a young Catholic girl married to a pagan husband, she steadfastly practiced her Christian Faith; Monica's constant charity …

Blessed Marie Celine of the Presentation . This book is a new release and will be ready December 1st! Compiled by the Poor Clares of Rockford, Illinois. Beatification Sept., 2007. This 19-year-old girl, Germaine Castang, suffered much in a desperately poor family, with illness, deaths and other sorrows---but her life was crowned by entry into religious life. Allowed to make her profession on …

Everything Is Grace The Life and Way of Therese of Lisieux Joseph F. Schmidt, FSC Therese of Lisieux has been called the greatest saint of modern times, but seom view her spirituality as sentimental and syrupy.  Joseph F. Schmidt, FSC, dispels that notion by contending that Therese's "little way" is really the gospel message message - a message that can best be understood in the context …

Sister Julita, S.S.N.D. (Ecclesiastical Permission 1960) Every child must learn the story of St. Theresa of the Little Flower and this little book tells this lovely story in the most memorable style—with beautiful full color pictures on every page. Our youth of today will particularly relate to this relatively modern Saint with a story in many ways the same as their own. The text is warmly yet …

St. Bridget relates the following: As she had been desirous for a long time to know the number of blows Our Lord received during His Passion, Jesus revealed to her: "I received 5,480 blows upon My Body. If you wish to honor them in some way, say fifteen Our Father prayers and fifteen Hail Mary prayers with the following prayers [which He then taught her] for a whole year. When the year is …

Marian Keaney In celebration of the golden age of monasticism, this unique book explores the lives of various Celtic saints from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Brittany and Gaul. The mysticism, art and learning associated with this period and these saints are superbly recalled here. Keaney gives a brief account of the lives of various Celtic saints including: St. Patrick, St. Brendan, St. Kilian, …

Este libro tiene las vidas de mas que 100 santos con ilustraciones coloreadas.  Es un buen regalo para primera comunion o confirmacion. 

Thomas Craughwell Prayer to the saints is a powerful spiritual help in our lives. Now, with Saints for Every Occasion, you can quickly find help for any challenge you face—no matter how large or small. It tells wonderful stories of saints who overcame the same problems and troubles we face daily. Beautifully illustrated and entertainingly written, Saints for Every Occasion features 101 patron …

Rev. D. I. Lanslots, O.S.B. How did the Catholic Church get started? Here is recorded the exciting history of the Catholic Church, beginning with the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the Apostles on Pentecost Sunday and continuing through the death of St. John the Evan-gelist at the end of the first century. The author relates all the principal events in the dramatic founding of the Catholic …

Edited by Bro. Francis Mary, F.I. The most in-depth book yet on the life and work of the great modern martyr of charity and Marian Saint, Maximilian Kolbe, whom Pope John Paul II called "The Saint of our difficult century". Over ten authors, including foremost Mariologists Fr. Peter Fehlner, Fr. James McCurry, Fr. Jerzy Domanski, and Mark Miravalle have contributed insightful and inspiring …

Dorothy Scallan This wonderful book links all the elements of her life into one intimate, flowing and absolutely enthralling story - relating details of her beautiful, holy mother; her noble and pious father; her great and generous sisters, all of whom entered the convent; plus her own story - from her infancy to her early entrance into Carmel at 15, to her death at age 24. Toward the end of …

The Confessions of St. Augustine , a passionate, deeply honest autobiographical account of Augustine's journey toward faith, has been a source of spiritual guidance and intellectual nourishment for millions of people throught the centuries. While Augustine is regarded as one of Christianity's greatest theologians, the enduring and universal appeal of the Confessions is undoubtedly in …

Herbert Thurston "Remarkable collection of studies of eccentric sanctity ... of extreme interest." Times Literary Supplement The renowned Jesuit author Herbert Thurston's final book about one of his favorite topics- mystics and their extraordinary experiences- fascinated both Catholic and non-Catholic alike, and was celebrated as... "A study of persons who come under the …

Matthew Bunson Margaret Bunson Stephen Bunson Since it was first published, this has been one of our most popular reference books. Now it's thoroughly up-to-date, including all the saints most recently canonized and beatified by Pope John Paul II. No other book gives you so much information about so many saints, all in alphabetical order. Are you looking for inspiring stories? Do you want …

"Sister, it couldn't have happened!" declared the priest. It was all a dream, like the other time." But Sister Catherine shook her head with childlike confidence. "Oh no, Father! I see the Blessed Virgin as plainly as I see you. And she wants the medal made right away, so people can wear it and start receiving graces." Father Aladel just could not believe that Our Lady was appearing to Sister …

Louis de Wohl Another of the popular historical novels by the distinguished de Wohl, telling the dramatic story of St. Benedict, the father of Western monasticism, who played such a major role in the Christianization and civilization of post-Roman Europe in the sixth century. De Wohl weaves an intricate tapestry of love, violence and piety to recount with historical accuracy the story of St. …

Louis de Wohl As in his other popular novels, Louis de Wohl, with humility and deep religious conviction, takes us into the mind and heart of a saint, giving at the same time an enthralling picture of the era in which he lived. Here is a skillful weaving of the story of St. Ignatius Loyola’s conversion and pilgrimage with the colorful and dangerous history of Spain and Italy in the early …

Best-Loved Saints by Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. Short, interesting, and informative sketches of the lives of more than fifty Saints that will appeal to today’s youth. Large, easy-to-read type and inspiring illustrations.  Saint stories include: Mary - Queen of Saints, Joseph, Joachim and Anne, Paul of Tarsus, Stephen - the first martyr, Cecilia, Agnes, Lawrence, Jerome …

Edited by Brother Francis Mary, F.F.I. The many gifts Padre Pio had such as the stigmata, bilocation, miraculous scents, prophecy, reading hearts, healing, interpreting languages and many other charisms, rank him among the most extraordinary Saints in the two-thousand year history of the Church. Padre Pio—The Wonder Worker not only examines these gifts close up and from different perspectives, …

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.

Mitch Finley We live in a skeptical world.  All too often, beliefs and opinions unverified by science are relegated to the world of superstition.  But should we dismiss the experience of heart and soul as mere illusion? In Saint Anthony and Saint Jude , Mitch Finley challenges us to understand the role of heavenly intercessors from the perspective of faith and love.  Saint …

"The Dumb Ox" was a perfect nickname for young Thomas Aquinas-although it was none too kind. Thomas was big, slow to speak-a quiet and solemn youth. Even Father Albert was inclined to think him rather dull. No one knew about Thomas' amazing memory, or that he knew most of the Bible by heart, or that no subject was difficult for him. One day Thomas decided to amuse himself by writing a paper on …

How do you respond to the universal call to holiness required by the Church? How do you overcome human weakness in the face of trials and tribulations? What do you do to resist the temptation to desperation or resentment over personal failure, ineffectualness and other hard things in the spiritual life? The Struggle For Sanctity Digitally recorded and available now on five CDs or cassettes, …

The Life of Mary as Seen by the Mystics A masterpiece combining into one coherent story the visions of 4 great Catholic mystics about the life of Mary. Based on the accounts of Ven. Mary of Agreda, Ven. Anne Catherine Emmerich, St. Bridget of Sweden and St. Elizabeth of Schoenau. Truly unique - reads like a masterfully written biography of Mary, as if someone had witnessed all these events 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.

Saint Gerard Novena And Prayers This little book contains a brief biography of the saint, information about novenas, morning and evening prayer, a novena to St. Gerard and various other prayers to the patron of mothers and childbirth. Imprimatur. Bernard Cardinal Law, Archbishop of Boston, July 5, 2001.

Louis de Wohl The famous novelist de Wohl presents a stimulating historical novel about the great St. Thomas Aquinas, set against the violent background of the Italy of the Crusades. He tells the intriguing story of St. Thomas who defied his illustrious, prominent family's ambition for him to have great power in the Church by taking a vow of poverty and joining the Dominicans. The battles and …

Charles Warren Stoddard St. Anthony of Padua - lector, orator, contemplative, wonder-worker - is considered to be the most popular Saint in the Catholic Church.  He was of French descent, from Portugal, but worked in Italy as a Franciscan priest.  Renowned for his incredible miracles - including preaching to the fish when people would not listen to him - he is most famous as "The …

Felix Timmermans In this classic, Felix Timmermans reveals a deep understanding and penetrating interpretation of the man Francis and the ideals that enabled him to move and to shake the whole world. Filled with humor, pathos and a strange kind of beauty, it is a combination of artistry, poetry and simplicity that plumbs the soul of Saint Francis. Here is the whole Francis, the poet, the …

This is the story of the saint through whom we received the Miraculous Medal.  No sacramental since the Rosary has had such an impact on the Church, and none has ever been diffused in such incredible numbers, with many millions of people all over the world wearing the Medal within a few years.  Since 1933, when it was exhumed and found miraculously preserved, the body of St. …

This book, prized and cherished by children and parents, is a beautiful reproduction of the original 1912 edition with 32 large 9"x12" pages with an illustration and story (in rhyme) for a saint of each letter of the alphabet: Antony, Benedict, Christopher, Dominic, Edmund, etc. Each page is in 2 colors. Sewn signatures. Gold embossing.

Louis de Wohl In this magnificent and stirring novel, Louis de Wohl turns his famed narrative skill to the story of the soldier and merchant's son who might have been right-hand man to a king … and who became instead the most beloved of all saints. Set against the tempestuous background of 13th Century Italy and Egypt, here is the magnificent and inspiring story of Francis Bernardone, the …

Saint Lucy Novena And Prayers This little book contains a brief biography of the saint, information about novenas, morning and evening prayer, a novena to St. Lucy and various other prayers to the patron of eyesight.

F. A. Forbes "Poor Don Bosco." It was a pity that such a good young priest was losing his mind. Why he was dreaming about future churches, vast playgrounds, lots of helpers and thousands of boys! Before things got out of hand, why not have him checked out at the lunatic asylum. Therefore, one morning two priests arrived at the Oratory to invite Fr. John Bosco for a drive. He agreed to go, but …

Josef Pieper One of the great philosophers of the 20th Century, Josef Pieper, gives a penetrating introduction and guide to the life and works of perhaps the greatest philosopher ever, St. Thomas Aquinas. Pieper provides a biography of Aquinas, an overview of the 13th century he lived in, and a wonderful synthesis of his vast writings. Pieper shows how Aquinas reconciled the pragmatic thought …

A HOLY LIFE: St. Bernadette of Lourdes Edited by Patricia McEachern, Ph.D. While the story of the apparitions of Our Lady to Bernadette Soubirous at Lourdes in 1858 are well known, relatively few people are familiar with the saint's own spiritual insights and profound holiness. For the first time in English, this book presents a wide selection of St. Bernadette's thoughts, advice, sayings, and …

By Alice Curtayne Saints have over the years inspired many tales that go beyond what we know about them. These pious fictions are delightful and can even be instructive. For the lovely legends of the saints that have come down to us reflect not only the holiness but also the gaiety of the saints. These Irish legends are in that tradition. Patrick, Brigid, Columcille — “the three brightest …

This book contains the Bible stories of Eve, Sarah, Rebekah, Rachel and Leah, Rahab, Deborah, Ruth, Hannah, Michal, Abigail, Bathsheba, Jezebel, Judith, Esther, Mary, Martha and Mary, and Mary Magdalene.

Saint Therese, The Little Flower - The Making of a Saint John Beevers She lived 24 years and was an obscure nun for nine of those. She died in 1897 and was canonized in 1925. Yet she is known the world over by Catholics and non-Catholics alike. Her statue soon appeared in most Catholic churches in the world. With St. Joan of Arc she shares the title "Patroness of France" and with St. Francis …

St. Bernadette Soubirous is a two-fold story:  that of the apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary at Lourdes, France in 1858, as well as of the 14-year-old peasant girl - raised in dire poverty and unable to read - to whom Our Lady appeared.  But more, it is also the story of St. Bernadette's hidden life as a seemingly ordinary nun in her convent at Nevers, where she reached such …

Ronald Knox The well-known Catholic convert and apologist Ronald Knox was highly esteemed for both his gift for writing and preaching. This volume combines both skills as it is a collection of his homilies on his favorite saints, men and women of history who were “inflamed with the love of Christ.” In his always descriptive, profound and witty style, Knox shows how these heroes of history …

No words of St. Joseph are recorded In Scripture. In fact, little mention is made of him there. Yet, despite these seeming limitations, the Church nonetheless possesses an indescribably rich knowledge of St. Joseph and of his cultus. This book will astound most readers both with its scope and with its profundity. Based mainly on Scripture, but supported also by Tradition and the depositions of …

"So you've decided to give in to the Devil" said the priest. John started back in dismay. "Oh no, Father!" "But you just told me you were giving up your studies for the priesthood," responded Father Bailey. What was poor John Vianney to do? Having begun his schooling much older than the other boys, he had found it impossible to keep up with them, and a couple of days ago he had been sent home …

" The greatest saint of modern times " said Pope Pius X back in 1914, speaking of St. Thérèse of Lisieux. And, in 1997, Pope John Paul II declared Thérèse a Doctor of the Church, citing the timeliness of her doctrine and the wisdom and practicality with which she grasped the Gospel message. Why all this acclaim for Thérèse, who was only a little middle-class girl from France at the end of the …

Mary Magdalen: In the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich By: Bl. Anne Catherine Emmerich The visions of Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich are the world’s greatest source of detail on the life of St. Mary Magdalen—great sinner, great penitent, and the second most prominent woman in the Gospels. Fully referenced to The Life of Jesus Christ (their source), these pages agree completely with Sacred …

Fr. Charles P Connor Defenders of the faith have been raised up in every era of the Church to proclaim fidelity to the truth by their words and deeds. Some have fought heresy and overcome confusion like Athanasius against the Arians and Ignatius Loyola in response to the Protestant reformers. Others have shed their blood for the faith, like the early Christian martyrs of Rome, or Thomas More, …

Fr. Aloysius Roche This, truly, is a bedside book of saints, crafted like an old-fashioned quilt — a colorful thing of threads and patches meant to brighten the bedroom and lift the spirits of souls wearied by the day. Like the patchwork quilts made by your grandmother, these tales have been sewn together without great study and with very little plan: variety and charm are often the very thing …

Louis de Wohl This is a stirring novel which deals reverently but realistically with the fascinating life and era of St. Augustine, one of the most remarkable men of all time. In his vigorous and inimitable style, Louis de Wohl tells the story of St. Augustine's transformation from a vain, sensual youth to the brilliant, devout writer and theologian - the man who conquered himself as …