In response to the growing "Culture of Death," Pope John Paul II issued this encyclical which addresses theological and moral concerns regarding life issues such as abortion, euthenasia and contraception. The document is divided into the following sections: Introduction I. The Voice of Your Brother's Blood Cries Out to Me From the Ground - Present - Day Threats to Human Life II. I Came That …

Full of hope, this book speaks of the gift of relationship between family members and the importance of reconciliation. It blends practical psychological insights with an emphasis on the importance and power of prayer. "Midwife for Souls is a book on hospice care, but it is much more than that. It is a 'how to' for family members, friends and hospice professionals involved in caring for …

Venerable Louis of Granada Venerable Louis of Granada was the favorite spiritual writer of St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross, St. Francis de Sales, St. Charles Borromeo, St. Vincent de Paul, and St. Rose of Lima; and The Sinner's Guide (along with The Book of Prayer and Meditation ) is one of his two most famous and most popular books. In fact, the great St. Teresa of Avila credited …

Rev. Edward J. Hayes, Rev. Msgr. Paul J. Hayes, Dorothy Ellen Kelly, R.N., James J. Drummey Is it morally permissible to do everything that is scientifically possible? This is one of the most important questions of the day as advances in medical science and technology have made a reality of things that were only in the realm of science fiction a short time ago. Catholicism and Ethics takes up …

This acclaimed story traces the idyllic marriage of Sheldon and Jean Vanauken, their search for faith, their friendship with C. S. Lewis, and the tragedy of untimely death and love lost. It includes 18 letters from C. S. Lewis. Sheldon Vanauken is the author of Gateway to Heaven, The Glittering Illusion, and Under the Mercy, a sequel to A Severe Mercy.

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 …

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

St. Thomas More Awaiting execution in 1535 for refusing to betray his faith, Thomas More opens the door on his own interior life by creating a fictional dialogue. It takes place in 16th century Hungary between a young man, Vincent, and his dying but wise old uncle, Anthony. Vincent is paralyzed by fear of an impending Turkish invasion which could force him to betray his faith or die a martyr. …

Being Born into Eternal Life:  Prayers for the Dying Sr. Anne Sophie Philippe Meaney Sr. Anne Sophie Meaney, author of On the Front Lines, has the unique privilege of praying at the bedside of the dying. Through her beautiful and prayerful ministry, many have had the benefit of her loving prayers as they are Beiong Born into Eternal Life. Sr. Anne Sophie has compiled a collection of the …

  Rev. Edward J. Hayes, Rev. Msgr. Paul J. Hayes, Dorothy Ellen Kelly, R.N., James J. Drummey Is it morally permissible to do everything that is scientifically possible? This is one of the most important questions of the day as advances in medical science and technology have made a reality of things that were only in the realm of science fiction a short time ago. Catholicism and Ethics …

In The Clash of Orthodoxies: Law, Religion, and Morality in Crisis , Robert George tackles the issues at the heart of the contemporary conflict of worldviews. Challenging liberalism's claim to represent the triumph of reason, George argues that on controversial issues like abortion, embryonic stem-cell research, euthanasia, same-sex unions, civil rights and liberties, and the place of religion …

The Shepherd's Voice Series brings you the current teaching of Bishops and Cardinals on vital topics facing the Catholic Church today. Archbishop Jos é Gomez, renowned expert on death and dying issues, explains what every Catholic needs to know in order to effectively and morally prepare for the inevitable death of our loved ones and even ourselves.  With changing values and modern medical …

On the Front Lines Sister Anne Sophie Philippe Meaney The author, Sister Anne Sophie Philippe Meaney, is truly a person called to a difficult ministry. Her work with the sick and dying is so touching that many of the stories will bring tears to the eyes. This book will give a greater hope as to how God uses our suffering to bring us closer to Him, in life as well as in dying. The ministry of …

Dr. Pat Fosarelli Whatever You Do to the Least of These introduces pastoral visitors, both ordained and non-ordained, to the main issues confronting children and adolescents of different ages when they are faced with illness, injury, or dying. It also highlights the issues faced by parents and siblings in these same circumstances. Part I of this book focuses on the various developmental …

In one of his most penetrating books, Peter Kreeft ponders, as a Christian philosopher, the meaning of a terminal illness we all have: death. How we approach death, feel about death, cope with death, and actually die depends on how we answer the question of what death is. As Kreeft states, "Life is either totally meaningless or totally meaningful, depending on what death is." The …

Gene Antonio This important book provides well documented scientific and medical facts about the AIDS epidemic and its means of transmission that is not avialable from the media or medical establishments. It gives us the truth about AIDS and the specter of an accelerating national disaster.

This item will be available in May 2003. Preorder now at our early-bird sale price! Rita Bresnahan In Walking One Another Home, the author traces the spiritual and emotional meaning that emerged in the lives of both herself and her mother during their visits together in a Midwest nursing home. She came to see that both she and her mother were on a pilgrimage. The result was this sensitive, …

This letter contains the following: "Seventy is the sum of our years..." A complex century toward a future of hope The autumn of life The elderly in Sacred Scripture Guardians of shared memory "Honor your father and mother" "You show me the path of life...In your presence there is fullness of life An encouragement to live life to the full

End of Life Issues From the " What The Church Teaches " pamphlet series. The Catholic Church teaches that all life, from conception to natural death, is sacred.  However, modern medical advances have made end of life issues increasingly difficult to sort out.  What is the difference between letting a person die and practicing euthanasia?  Can Catholics have "living wills?"  …

Life is short and Hell is real! In this popular abridgement of the much larger original book, St. Alphonsus outdoes himself in addressing the question of preparation for death and gaining the grace of final perseverance. Everyone must face death as a daily possibility, and this book - dead center on the ultimate human problem - focuses on the necessity of proper and constant preparedness to …