What Does the Bible Say About The End Times? A Catholic View by William Kurz, S.J. Where did we come from? Where are we going? How will the world come to an end? Has God given us clues from which we can deduce an end-time scenario? Will believers be "raptured," spared the tribulation of cataclysmic times? Many Catholics find themselves confused by current speculations among …
An illuminating, reassuring explanation of the Catholic Church's teachings on confession and forgiveness by the bestselling author of The Lamb's Supper and Hail, Holy Queen. Jesus told his first clergy, "If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained." In Lord, Have Mercy, Scott Hahn explores the sacrament of reconciliation and …
This powerful book is a thorough Catholic critique of the popular Fundamentalist belief in the "Rapture"-the belief that Christians will be removed from earth prior to a time of Tribulation and the Second Coming. Olson, editor of Envoy magazine and a former Fundamentalist, examines the theological, historical, and Biblical basis for the "Rapture" by carefully examining "premillennial …
Author David Currie grew up convinced that one day all true Christians will suddenly be snatched up to Heaven. The unfortunate souls left behind by this "rapture" will endure seven horrible years of tribulation, at the end of which Christ will return to earth for a glorious thousand-year reign. Today, millions of Christians accept this end-times theology, assuming - as Currie did - …
As never before, the Catholic Church has been called upon to be the defender of Scripture and preserver of truth in modern times. Not by Faith Alone will set the biblical and historical record straight. But more important, as you learn the real truth about salvation and all that it embraces, this book will offer you the means to come to one of the deepest relationships with God …
On The Way to Jesus Christ Joseph Ratzinger (Pope Benedict XVI) Jesus Christ is as popular as ever. Films, books, and news articles ask,"Who was Jesus Christ?" Even outside of Christianity he continues to appeal to people. And yet for so many, the popular Jesus is not the Jesus of Christianity. The popular Jesus makes no demands and never challenges people. In this series of meditations, …
There are times when you just know, as if by instinct, and often before you're able to say exactly why, that an argument you're hearing is fatally flawed; it gives off something like the hollow thunk of cheap glass. But then there are those rare and precious times when you read a book or an article and-ping!-there's no mistaking: This is the real thing. At the banquet table …
Why Go to Confession? Archbishop Bruno Forte Do you find yourself asking why you have to go to Confession? Maybe you’ve asked why you have to tell your sins to a priest; and not directly to God? Perhaps you’ve wondered if sin even exists at all. The sacrament of Reconciliation can seem daunting and unpleasant to many busy Catholics. Archbishop Bruno Forte addresses common questions and …
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 …
Dr. Scott Hahn A remarkable series that shows how the Catholic Church is the culmination of salvation history and the fulfillment of God's covenants with His people in the Old Testament. One Holy Family: From Adam to Noah One Holy Tribe: Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob One Holy Nation: Moses, Aaron, Levi One Holy Kingdom: David and Solomon One Holy Church: Jesus and the …
The Apostolic Digest, (Michael Malone, editor) Contains authorative answers to some of the most important questions regarding salvation. Exhaustively researched and thoroughly documented quotations from Councils, Popes, and saints of the Catholic Church.
Jesus' message and mission explained Today, everybody has a different understanding of Jesus. But who was he, really? A wise teacher, a misunderstood prophet, the divine Messiah, or just a pious myth? If you're curious (or confused) about Jesus, or just want to know more about him, Christianity Pure and Simple is the book for you. It cuts through the controversies and …
Scripture Alone? By Joel Peters Here are the 21 classic reasons why the Protestant doctrine of "Scripture alone" as a basis of faith is wrong. Disproves the theory from Scripture itself, from history, and from the problems it raises. A great little book and one sorely needed today.
John Henry Cardinal Newman This scarce antiquarian book is included in our special Legacy Reprint Series. In the interest of creating a more extensive selection of rare historical book reprints, we have chosen to reproduce this title even though it may possibly have occasional imperfections such as missing and blurred pages, missing text, poor pictures, markings, dark backgrounds and other …
What is necessary for salvation? The promise of Eternal life has been a clarion call to the Saints for centuries, rousing them to action and heroic virtue. They knew that, compared with Eternity, this life is but a shadow. We must seek the same destination as the Saints in the midst of a world filled with amusements and vanities that constantly threaten our journey to Heaven. St. Alphonsus …