A sacrament is a sensible sign, instituted by Jesus Christ, by which invisible grace and inward sanctification are communicated to the soul. The Sacraments category includes books on each of the seven holy sacraments (or mysteries) of the Church. There are books focused on a single sacrament and general books covering all seven sacraments. Some of the books are introductory or practical guides. Other books delve deep into Sacramental theology and the history and development of sacraments within the Church.

Annulments are a complex issue. To some, both Catholics and non-catholics alike, it is synonymous with "Catholic divorce." Many questions abound regarding this issue, one which unfortunately touches the lives of many in the Church today. In this helpful book, canon and civil lawyer Edward N. Peters clears up some of the confusion by answering the most commonly-asked annulment questions in a …

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.

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 …

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 …

“With God, every moment is the moment of beginning again.” After sin, can love be rekindled, innocence renewed, joy restored? There is a great miracle in God, a great gift of God— what is lost can be restored! Using the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the writings of Catherine Doherty, Beginning Again will show you the healing joy and spiritual restoration that awaits in …

Biblia Sacra Vulgata - Iuxta Vulgatam Versionem This is St. Jerome’s translation of the Greek and Hebrew Scriptures into Latin. It was recognized as authoritative during the Council of Trent (1546). It includes a Latin introduction, and expanded Deuterocanon: Psalm 151, Epistle to the Laodiceans, 3 & 4 Esdras, and the Prayer of Manasses. Fifth Edition, 2006

    For over 2,000 years, the Catholic Church has been celebrating Eucharist as the source and summit of the Christian Faith -- yet it is still one of the most divisive doctrines separating Catholics and Protestants. An author, lawyer, and leading defender of the Faith, John Salza unpacks this pillar of the Catholic Faith in the same clear, engaging style that has drawn thousands of …

".The devil knows that, according to the promise Jesus Christ, they who receive Holy Communion worthily will not fall into his power but will obtain eternal life, and on this account he either tempts men to disbelieve the mystery, or he suggests every sort of pretext to keep them from receiving it. But he himself believes it and trembles. Would to God that all men had so strong a …

  "A more intelligent apprehension of the Blessed Sacrament will lead to a more intense love of it." And what insights Father Faber renders! He affirms that the Blessed Sacrament is "the very life of the Church," that it is "the Queen of the Sacraments," and that "it surpasses them all, in that it comprises the special excellencies of all the rest." He calls it "the compendium of all …

This is a collection of G. K. Chesterton's provocative writings on a subject close to his heart-the family, and the corresponding themes of men and women, children, sex, marriage and divorce. The family was a central element in Chesterton's vision, a unifying theme of his literary work. His eloquent defense of the sacredness of the home is even more applicable in our times because of the …

Dr. Alice von Hildebrand What to do when the honeymoon is over! "Because of human imperfections, difficulties crop up in marriage, even between people who love each other deeply.  You'll soon find that for this reason, although love is a gift, it must also be learned." So begins this remarkable book of letters to Julie, a young bride - letters that reveal the beauty and …

What you need to know about the great Council of Trent. In three separate sessions, from 1545 to 1564, the Fathers of the Church met in Ecumenical Council at a small town in the Austrian Tyrol, named Tridentum - in English, Trent. That meeting - the Council of Trent - produced a large number of canons and decrees, condemned the errors of the Protestant Reformation/Revolution, and shown as a …

Kay Lynn Isca This little booklet explains the Catholic Wedding, the roles different people play, the issues involved in planning the wedding, stipends, music, liturgy, and many other bits of information which will be helpful to those involved. 

Lawrence G. Lovasik This guide gives faithful Catholics all the essential ingredients of a stable and loving Catholic marriage and family - ingredients that are in danger of being lost in our turbulent age. Using Scripture and Church teachings in an easy-to-follow step-by-step format, author Fr. Lawrence Lovasik helps you understand the proper role of the Catholic father and mother and the …

Imprimatur: Gilbert Sheldon, D.D. D.Min, Bishop of Steubenville. Imprimatur: Most Rev. Basil Losten, Bishop of Stamford (Ukranian Rite) "The Handbook is outstanding both for its practicality and for its fidelity to the Catholic faith." - Fr. Kenneth Baker, S.J., Editor, Homiletic and Pastoral Review "Dr. Marks fills a deep void in the current literature with his brisk but …

"The purpose of Catholicism & Life is to present in popular language the background and meaning of the ten Commandments and the seven Sacraments and to show how they can be applied to our lives today. Religion is not a subject to be learned; it is a life to be lived, and those who strive to follow the moral code given to us in the Commandments, and who take advantage of the seven …

Rev. Edward J. Hayes, Rev. Msgr. Paul J. Hayes & James J. Drummey At a time in history when there is such widespread confusion about the role of marriage and family there is a great need for solid information about these essential building blocks of society. That information is presented in both clear and practical terms in Catholicism and Society. Starting with the Christian role in …

Paul M. Quay, S.J. The unique gift of human sexuality allows us to choose, or not to choose, to participate in one form of God's creation. This little book attempts to sketch, without learned apparatus, the understanding of human sexuality that divine revelation offers us. It is intended primarily for Christian adults who wish not only to know what kinds of sexual behavior are right or wrong …

Communion of the Sick A valuable service booklet for Extraordinary Ministers, the text is set both in English and Spanish. Includes all appropriate readings as well as a series of beneficial pastoral instructions and guidelines. Commentary, history, and appendices are written by the renowned Rev. Joseph M. Champlin. Printed in large type and in two colors.

Adrienne von Speyr Hans Urs von Balthasar calls this "one of her most central works". She discusses the moral and practical aspects of the sacrament in great depth. Some of the many areas covered include conversion, scruples, contrition, spiritual direction, laxity, frequency of confession, the confessions of religious and lay people, even the confessions of saints. One of the most …

This wonderful and practical little booklet explains clearly and thoroughly how to make a good Confession-but in much greater detail than covered in most catechisms. It includes an Examination of Conscience (plus a discussion of lax, scrupulous and doubtful conscience), contrition and its necessary qualities, the purpose of amendment and its necessary qualities, avoiding the near …

Quizzes to a Street Preacher are 10 pamphlets on subjects people most often ask about the Catholic religion.  They are written by Fathers Rumble and Carty of Radio Replies Press fame, experts in the field of apologetics and convert-making (Father Rumble was himself a convert).  Each one is a 32-page, vest-pocket booklet of questions and answers that are brief, economically …

We are all at least a little bit reluctant about going to Confession, principally because none of us really wants to face the fact that he or she is not perfect. But a host of other reasons can also arise to suggest themselves to various people as to why they should not go to Confession. In this famous little booklet, Msgr. de Segur, an eminently popular French Catholic writer of the 19th …

Spreading and Defending the Faith - Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation. Through Scripture, the documents of Vatican II, the teachings of Pope John Paul II, and the lives of the saints, candidates for Confirmation are prepared to spread and defend the faith by their words and actions. Activities in the student text include writing articles, conducting interview, researching lives of …

Spreading and Defending the Faith - Sacrament of Confirmation Preparation. The teacher's guide helps the catechist direct the students to see the Holy Spirit at work and to respond to His love in all areas of their lives: spiritual intellectual, moral, service to the Church and community, and more.Features: Prayers, definitions, gifts of the Holy Spirit, apologetics, fruits of the Holy Spirit, …

This Blessed Trinity Missal and Prayer Book has a red cover with a cross and a Holy Spirit Dove on the front.  It is a lovely gift for a Confirmation candidate.

Adrienne von Speyr A profound contemplation of the Seven Last Words of Our Lord on the Cross with specific application to the Seven Sacraments instituted by Christ.

Pope Pius XII Speaks to Married Couples In his time, the world knew Pope Pius XII for his sanctity, his solicitude for humanity, his unflagging efforts for genuine world peace, his remarkable gifts of Catholic diplomacy, language and letters. But there was another and strongly different side to this holy Pope who found time to address in audience scores of young newlyweds who came to seek his …

Originally published in Italian by the Vatican Press, this book offers readers insights into the sacrality which ought to surround the distribution and reception of Holy Communion Relying on accurate history and good theology, the author makes a plea for a return to distributing the Eucharist to kneeling communicants on the tongue — the practice now restored at papal liturgies by Pope …

This helpful resource and practical tool for understanding the Catholic sacramental tradition and belief is constructed in a popular style, with an emphasis on a clear and practical presentation of Catholic faith and dogma. Also included in this handbook is a dictionary of words, expressions, and key concepts that are useful in the study of sacramental theology along with a selection of …

Lent, the season of preparation for Christ’s Resurrection at Easter, is for many Catholics a special time of prayer, fasting, and renewed spiritual focus. There is no other period in the liturgical year that so completely draws our attention to the things of God, and to the great themes and traditions of Christianity. The Essential Lenten Handbook provides everything readers need for a richer …

Quizzes to a Street Preacher are 10 pamphlets on subjects people most often ask about the Catholic religion.  They are written by Fathers Rumble and Carty of Radio Replies Press fame, experts in the field of apologetics and convert-making (Father Rumble was himself a convert).  Each one is a 32-page, vest-pocket booklet of questions and answers that are brief, economically …

 Explains the centrality and great importance of the Eucharist in the life of the baptized. Also describes the proper method of worship of the Eucharist.

A selection of Eucharistic texts beginning with the Bible and continuing through the patristic, medieval and modern eras.   The title says it all. Laid out century-by-century, this treasure surveys writings about the Eucharist through the ages. Starting with the scores of eucharistic scriptural references, Father covers related writings up to our own times. An exciting and crucial book …

By Mike Aquilina "The only cure for sagging or fainting faith is Communion."-J.R.R. Tolkien Science falters and poetry fails when we try to speak of the Eucharist, but across the centuries saints, theologians and ordinary Catholics have nevertheless found words to express the inexpressible: Jesus, fully present, body, blood, soul and divinity, offers himself to humanity in this …

by a Sister of Notre Dame This exceptional little book, originally published many years ago for First Communicants, is loved by all grade school age students, even up into the seventh and eighth grades. Parents and teachers will find it a perfect help in the difficult task of excelling in the preparation of our children for the Sacraments. There are twelve great stories and all are true, …

by a Sister of Notre Dame A collection of twelve great and true stories, written many years ago from the memories of the Sisters of Notre Dame. This exceptional little book will help develop in young readers a love for the Holy Eucharist and Holy Church. For all grade school children even into the seventh and eighth grades. Illustrated, hardcover,100 pages.

Following the Holy Spirit REV. WALTER VAN DE PUTTE, C.S.SP. This is a valuable book for all who want to learn more about the Holy Spirit and His vital role in the lives of all Catholics. Large type, pleasing format, and beautiful illustrations.

Reviews the importance of sharing the gift of forgiveness, and how that act must always be centered on the love of Christ. Also explains the meaning and implications of sin and the reality of God’s forgiveness.

Benedict Baur Frequent Confession presents convincing and strong evidence for the benefits of frequent reception of the sacrament of Penance for the health and growth of the spiritual life of all faithful. "To win the battles of the soul, the best strategy often is to bide one's time and apply the suitable remedy with patience and perseverance."  So wrote St. Josemaria Escriva, …

About this book: "From age to age you gather a people to yourself, so that from east to west a perfect offering may be made to the glory of your name." Eucharist is the fullest expression of our life with God, a life we share with Christians throughout the ages. It is also a sensory experience, engaging us in the sights and sounds, tastes and touch of the worship. Edward Foley's …

Fr. Benedict J. Groeschel, C.F.R. Our Lord Jesus Christ warned His disciples: Scandals will necessarily come and make people fall; but woe to the one who has brought it about - Luke 17:1. The Catholic Church in the United States is facing what may be its greatest challenge. The deeds of a small percentage of priests and the consequent scandal have caused some to question their Faith. • Priests …

General Directory for Catechesis Congregation for the Clergy United States Conference of Catholic Bishops An essential companion of the Catechism of the Catholic Church , the General Directory for Catechesis provides religious educators, teachers, and catechists with a single point of reference for all aspects of catechetical instruction, for content and pedagogy, as well as for methodology. …

Go in Peace Fr. Mitch Pacwa and Sean Brown Confession, Penance, Reconciliation. The ancient Sacrament of Penance is called many names but has one purpose—the forgiveness of sins. Many Catholics and other Christians are at best uncertain as to the need for confession, and many are anxious at the idea of sharing their sins with a priest. In this much-needed book, Fr. Mitch Pacwa and Sean Brown …

The Second Vatican Council says, "We ought to try to discover a new reverence for the Eucharistic mystery. Something is happening that is greater than anything we can do. The liturgy is the summit toward which the activity of the Church is directed; it is the font from which all her power flows." This profound statement about the Eucharist stands at the center of this book by Cardinal …

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated book is a perfect guide for young children in making a good confession.  It explains the method of receiving the Sacrament, plus it has a good examination of conscience based on the 10 Commandments.  Also included are prayers to be said after Confession.

DOWN-TO-EARTH APPLICATION OF POPE JOHN PAUL II'S TEACHING "Christopher West's Good News About Sex and Marriage is splendid. Aptly subtitled Answers to Your Honest Questions About Catholic Teaching, it offers readers an easily readable, down-to-earth, and stimulating account of the reasons why the Church's teaching on sex and marriage is true, and, because it is true, `good news' for …

The sacrament of reconciliation and penance is one of the great helps to friendship with God and spiritual progress. This booklet advises on ways to prepare for confession -- a necessary step to making a good confession and avoiding the routine which can so easily creep into religious practice.

Housewives: learn how you can stay serene — and even find God —amid the dishes and the diapers! This unique spiritual guide will help you grow holier and more prayerful as you perform the most menial household chores — not in spite of those chores, but in the midst of them. Written especially for women in charge of households, Holiness for Housewives will help you better understand and respect …

Cardinal Arinze, himself a convert from native Nigerian religion, brings us a fresh and profound understanding of the Eucharist.  It's written as a series of short, jewel-like contemplations, each one designed to create a lasting hunger in your heart for a more perfect union with the Lord.

St. Alphonsus Liguori A collection of St. Alphonsus' writings on the Eucharist, this work discusses, among other things: the prayers of the Mass; how to receive Holy Communion; how to participate at Mass; visits to the Blessed Sacrament; spiritual Communion; making a daily visit; meditations for Corpus Christi; the love of Jesus in the Eucharist; the union of the soul with Jesus in HOly …

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated children's book is the perfect guide to help a young child understand the Holy Eucharist.  The book begins with explaining what a sacrifice is by using examples from the Old Testament and works its way through the Eucharist and its place in the Mass.  

The Holy Eucharist Fr. Lukas Etlin An invitation to all to develop an ever deepening love for Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Covers the Eucharist as food, expiation, salvation, the treasury of grace and Divine Love. Calls all to a life centered upon the Eucharist and asks us to visit Him every day. A booklet that inflames one to love Our Lord Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.

 The author explains how Catholics know that Christ is substantially present in the Holy Eucharist and how this saving action of Jesus Christ becomes effective for us in our own time and place.

The Holy See's Teaching On Catholic Schools Archbishop Miller's comments are a beautiful synthesis of the Church's teachings on Catholic education, and should serve as inspiration and guidance for all who labor for the cause of Catholic education Contents: The Current Situation of America's Catholic Schools Shared Responsibilities Five Essential Marks of Catholic Schools