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EQUIPPED: Smart Catholic Parenting in a Sexualized Culture- CVEQUIPPED
As featured in The National Catholic Register this book tells about a free seven-day email program offering practical tips on creating safe digital environments in the home.
Remade For Happiness By Fulton Sheen- LHBKRFH25
In this classic work, Fulton Sheen explains the secret of authentic happiness: being spiritually remade.
The Mass Journal- DC611130 in English and Spanish
This small journal will transform your entire experience of the Mass and invigorate your spiritual life.
The New Testament Revised Standard Edition- DC126500
Get a New Testament Bible that reads like an engaging novel. This book does away with the two-column format and distracting notes in the margins, making it easy to read and hard to put down.
The Berenstain Bears God’s Wonderful World- TN762010
Beautiful Hope – DC266531
Powerful, real-life stories that will have you smiling in the midst of difficulties, defeating despair, and infusing your life with hope.
Perfectly Yourself- DC504784
This new edition will help you grow spiritually, discover your God-given talents, and strengthen your faith so you can pursue God’s dream for your life.
The Case For Jesus- LHBKTCFJ24
Dr. Brant Pitre, scripture scholar and bestselling author, uses biblical and historical evidence to bolster the “case for Jesus” by exposing the problems with the many false theories that have been introduced over the past hundred years resulting in widespread skepticism about the reliability of Christian faith.
The Imitation Of Christ- LHBKTIOC25
The spiritual classic The Imitation of Christ, the second most widely-read spiritual book after the Bible, has had an astonishing impact on the spiritual lives of countless saints, peasants, and popes for centuries.
Did Jesus Really Rise From The Dead- LH497198
Whether you are a believer, a skeptic, or something in between, prepare to be challenged by the logical arguments in this provocative and insightful book.
Jesus and His Friends- TN714613
This My First I Can Read! book, with basic language, word repetition, and great illustrations, is perfect for shared reading with a child. It aligns with guided reading level J and will be of interest to children Pre-K to 3rd grade.
Jesus Saves the World- TN715535
This My First I Can Read! book, with basic language, word repetition, and great illustrations, is perfect for shared reading with a child. It aligns with guided reading level J and will be of interest to children Pre-K to 3rd grade.
Jesus Loves The Little Children- TN716204
This is a Level One I Can Read! book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. It aligns with guided reading level J and will be of interest to children Pre-K to 3rd grade.
Troo’s Secret Clubhouse- TN718093
This is a Level Two I Can Read! book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. It aligns with guided reading level J and will be of interest to children Pre-K to 3rd grade.
Jesus God’s Only Son- TN718802
This is a Level Two I Can Read! book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. It aligns with guided reading level J and will be of interest to children Pre-K to 3rd grade.
Made By God: Cats, Dogs, Hamsters and Horses- TN720096
This is a Level Two I Can Read! book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. It aligns with guided reading level K and will be of interest to children Pre-K to 5th grade.
The Princess Twins and The Puppy- TN750642
This is a Level One I Can Read! book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. It aligns with guided reading level G and will be of interest to children Pre-K to 3rd grade.
The Berenstain Bears Faith Gets Us Through- TN725015
This is a Level One I Can Read! book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. It aligns with guided reading level I and will be of interest to children Pre-K to 2nd grade.
The Berenstain Bears God Made The Seasons- TN725091
Young readers follow Brother and Sister Bear through the seasons of the year Bear Country style, doing everything from swimming and biking to sledding and studying.
The Berenstain Bears Do Not Fear, God Is Near- TN725114
This is a Level One I Can Read! book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. It aligns with guided reading level I and will be of interest to children Pre-K to 2nd grade.
The Berenstain Bears Bless Our Pets- TN748823
The Berenstain Bears God’s Wonderful World- TN762010
Into the Deep – Item #DC611516
Dan Burke
Learn practical tips on how to overcome distractions and build a habit of prayer that will radically transform your everyday life. If you’re ready for God to transform your heart and mind, you will know the life that Jesus has promised; a life of peace and joy that cannot be taken away by the trials of this world.
A Quiet Place – Item #DC266296
Fr. John Bartunek
Learn practical tips for combatting everyday distractions in prayer, and discover how a simple habit of daily prayer can change the course of your life. Get ready to encounter God in a more profound way than ever before—and see for yourself how prayer can change your life forever.
No Man Left Behind – Item #DC266739
Your blueprint for building, running, and growing a thriving men’s ministry in your parish that will invigorate and inspire men like never before. Drawing upon thirty years of research and work with more than 2,500 churches, the authors offer a proven system designed to create and sustain an effective disciple-making ministry for men in your parish.
Five Pillars of the Spiritual Life – Item # LH172015
Fr. Robert Spitzer, SJ
This book is a “jump start” to a deeper spiritual life for today’s active people, and it will inflame the desire to read the masters and to enter even more deeply into the heart of God.
The 7 Big Myths About the Catholic Church – Item #LH177911
Christopher Kaczor
No one book can answer everyone’s questions or objections about Catholicism, but this work examines seven of the most controversial and common myths about the Catholic Church.
True Reformers: Saints of the Catholic Reformation – Item #LH204185
Jerome K. Williams
True Reformers explores in detail the leaders who led the Church’s rebirth from the ashes of Renaissance decadence and the turbulence and confusion caused by the Protestant Reformation. The saints of the Catholic Reformation show us just how powerful—and beautiful—is the human heart’s free response to God’s generous grace.
21 Ways To Worship – Item #LH479441
Vinny Flynn
Written in Vinny’s personal, conversational style, 21 Ways to Worship is an easy-to-read guide, jam-packed with inspiring ideas, techniques, and prayers to help you make the most of your time in Adoration.
Made For Love: Sexual Freedom In a Pornified Culture – Item #IRCD1
Matt Fraad is the director of content development for Integrity Restored and a bestselling author and popular speaker. His most recent book, The Porn Effect, is a No. 1 best-seller on Amazon. In these three interviews, Matt and his guests address the ever-growing epidemic of pornography in our society with practical advice to address the crisis.
Building Your Life On Rock – Item #LH312
Ralph Martin, an internationally known Catholic leader and teacher, discusses the challenges and the joys of being fully faithful to all the Church proclaims as true. Ralph provides practical advice on how to build our lives on rock and equip ourselves spiritually so that we can reach out to others with true charity. He shows how our fidelity to the Word of God will give us the strength to stand victorious in the difficult age in which we live.
The Four Levels of Happiness – Item #311
Fr. Robert Spitzer, SJ, a highly a renowned philosopher and the founder of the Magis Center, provides a truly enlightening and practical discussion on how to achieve deep and enduring happiness. Referencing the wisdom of the ages, including that of Aristotle and Plato, this talk provides the keys to achieving the universal desire for happiness given to every person by God himself.
Religionless Spirituality: Why We Need the Church – Item #LH315
Renowned Scripture scholar and author, Dr. Tim Gray, provides a fascinating explanation of the importance of the visible Church and the centrality of God on Earth. He offers incredible insights that make clear the role of the Church as an essential part of God’s plan for salvation, which are sure to help those who have left her, or who mistakenly claim to be “spiritual, but not religious.”
The Treasure of Our Soul: The Apostles’ Creed – Item #LH316
Dr. Scott Hahn, internationally known theologian and author, explains the inestimable value of the Creed as a sure means of communicating the life-giving faith of the Apostles and as an indispensable source of unity for the Church. Dr. Hahn also brings to light how the Creed has served as a time-tested wellspring of meditation by which a believer can deepen his or her relationship with Christ, making it, in the words of St. Ambrose, “the treasure of our soul.”
Love-Sacrifice-Trust: He Showed Us the Way – Item #LH318
Fr. Mike Schmitz shares important insights on the meaning of Christ’s Cross. He shows how God’s rescue mission for us includes the need for each person to embrace his own cross in order to reestablish trust in the Father and the understanding that love requires sacrifice. It also includes a bonus segment on Stations of the Cross, which features reflections on the Lord’s Passion and Death, accompanied by moving audio dramatizations from the Truth and Life Audio Bible.
The Ultimate Goal: Why I Left Pro Soccer to Answer God’s Call – Item #LH308
Sister Raffaella Cavallin, a consecrated layperson with the Apostles of the Interior Life, shares her inspiring spiritual journey. At the height of her professional soccer career, while attending a parish mission, she discovered that the ultimate goal in life is to become a saint. Sister Raffaella’s story illustrates how holiness and happiness go hand in hand, and that through prayer, the Sacraments, and spiritual direction, we can live a Christ centered life and become the person God wants us to be.
20 Answers: Witchcraft & the Occult – Item #CA425
Michelle Arnold
20 Answers: Witchcraft & the Occult introduces you to what witches believe and to some of their common practices. It also delves into related topics, such as yoga, the Ouija board, and the work of psychics.
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20 Answers: The Church – Item #CA424
Trent Horn
20 Answers: The Church answers the most common questions asked about the Church and shows how God’s plan to gather his family into one covenant finds its fulfillment in Christ’s Church.
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20 Answers: Apparitions & Revelations – Item #CA426
Michael O’Neill
20 Answers: Apparitions & Revelations looks at the history and common characteristics of private revelation and miraculous apparitions, examine the ways that the Church evaluates these phenomena
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Why We’re Catholic: Our Reasons For Faith, Hope, And Love – Item #CA423
Trent Horn
Why We’re Catholic is the groundbreaking new resource by apologist Trent Horn – one general book you can hand to anyone as a starting point for helping them find their way into, or back to, the practice of the Catholic Faith.
Fatima For Today – Item #LH175238
Fr. Andrew Apostoli C.F.R.
Though the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima took place almost a hundred years ago, Our Lady’s call to prayer and penance for the salvation of souls and peace in the world is as relevant now as when first delivered to three Portuguese peasant children in 1917.
Abandonment to Divine Providence – Item #LH200626
Fr. Jean Pierre De Caussade
God is to be found in the simplest of our daily activities and especially through total surrender to whatever is his will for each of us. That is the message of this 18th-century inspirational classic by Jean-Pierre de Caussade. Its encouragement to “live in the present moment,” accepting everyday obstacles with faith, humility, and love, has guided generations of believers to holiness and spiritual peace.
Joy Filled Marriage – Damon Owens Item # JTB107
God does indeed have a plan for joy-filled marriage, and we all play a vital part in it. His plan brings us from the beginning of creation to eternity in heaven, and gives us the deepest meaning and purpose of our own existence. Understanding the drama of our own marriage as part of God’s entire plan of salvation fills us with awe, wonder, fascination, and joy!
Damon Owens, a dynamic speaker, singer and evangelist for over twenty years shares the good news of sexuality, marriage, Theology of the Body, Theology of the Family, adoption, and natural family planning. He lives in Pennsylvania with his wife Melanie and their eight children.
Embracing the Radical Demands of Love – Damon Owens Item # JTB105
All love is good. All love is of God. But, all loves are not the same. What love is worth living –and dying – for? What happens when we embrace the radical demands of love?
Damon Owens, a dynamic speaker, singer and evangelist for over twenty years shares the good news of sexuality, marriage, Theology of the Body, Theology of the Family, adoption, and natural family planning. He lives in Pennsylvania with his wife Melanie and their eight children.
The Life Well Lived – Damon Owens Item # JTB106
From a fallen-away young adult immersed in the hyper-sexual college culture to a devoted Catholic husband and father of eight, Damon Owens shares his remarkable conversion through the transformative power of love.
Damon Owens, a dynamic speaker, singer and evangelist for over twenty years shares the good news of sexuality, marriage, Theology of the Body, Theology of the Family, adoption, and natural family planning. He lives in Pennsylvania with his wife Melanie and their eight children.
Men of Mercy Men of Joy – Damon Owens Item # JTB108
Every man is called to come to know himself, gain possession of himself through the virtues, then give himself away in love and joy. In this powerful presentation to men, Damon explains this way of mercy as being the sure path to a life of joy because it is rooted in the mystery of our creation “In the image and likeness of God, male and female.”
Damon Owens, a dynamic speaker, singer and evangelist for over twenty years shares the good news of sexuality, marriage, Theology of the Body, Theology of the Family, adoption, and natural family planning. He lives in Pennsylvania with his wife Melanie and their eight children.
Keys to Family Life and Love – Damon Owens Item # JTB104
Your family matters. Not just “the” family, but your family. Jesus Christ reveals the deepest meaning of the family established “from the beginning.” Through story, humor, and song, rediscover the divine origin and destiny of the family, so that your family can live with the purpose and joy of its creator right here, right now.
Damon Owens, a dynamic speaker, singer and evangelist for over twenty years shares the good news of sexuality, marriage, Theology of the Body, Theology of the Family, adoption, and natural family planning. He lives in Pennsylvania with his wife Melanie and their eight children.
Marriage As The Sign of Salvation – Damon Owens Item # JTB103
Marriage is good. God created it. It is a sign and a school of love. What must every Christian know and revere about marriage, love, and the sexual powers?
Damon Owens, a dynamic speaker, singer and evangelist for over twenty years shares the good news of sexuality, marriage, Theology of the Body, Theology of the Family, adoption, and natural family planning. He lives in Pennsylvania with his wife Melanie and their eight children.
Sexuality, Love, and the Whole of Life – Damon Owens Item # JTB101
What does love reveal about sex? What does sexuality reveal about love and living a joy-filled life?
Damon Owens, a dynamic speaker, singer and evangelist for over twenty years shares the good news of sexuality, marriage, Theology of the Body, Theology of the Family, adoption, and natural family planning. He lives in Pennsylvania with his wife Melanie and their eight children.
We Believe In The Body – Damon Owens Item # JTB102
What is the divine truth about your body? What does your body reveal about you and our God in whose image and likeness we are made?
Damon Owens, a dynamic speaker, singer and evangelist for over twenty years shares the good news of sexuality, marriage, Theology of the Body, Theology of the Family, adoption, and natural family planning. He lives in Pennsylvania with his wife Melanie and their eight children.
Heaven is for Real: A Little Boy’s Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back Item # TN318704
Heaven Is for Real will forever change the way you think of eternity, offering the chance to see, and believe, like a child.
Preparing for Your Child’s Baptism LHCTS44
Catholic Truth Society
Baptism is a gift for you, your child and for the whole family. This booklet explains what the sacrament is all about and what it means for you and your child. There are also practical suggestions and activities for you to follow during the time of preparation and on the day of the Sacrament itself to support your child in prayer together with all the family. Make your child’s baptism a time to enrich and renew the faith of everyone involved.
Sr. Hyacinthe Defos do Rau, O.P., is a Dominican Sister of St. Joseph. She is an associate member of staff of the Maryvale Institute and the author of the Anchor resource for the Faith Formation of Adults.
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The Call to Evangelize LHCTS43
Catholic Truth Society
Are you prepared to evangelize, to communicate the gospel to others? Amid the numerous urgent calls today to do so, many may find themselves unable to ‘move towards others’ with a genuine experience of God’s forgiveness, mercy and joy. This text’s proposal for true intimacy with the person of Jesus is both highly instructive and encouraging. To be genuine witnesses, disciples in today’s fractured and wounded world must make space for contemplative prayer and for a tangible, living and personal relationship with the Lord.
Fr. Anthony Doe is a priest of the Archdiocese of Westminster. He is a qualified psychotherapist who exercises his priestly ministry as a therapist and spiritual director. he also gives retreats and spiritual conferences.
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Purgatory A Mystery of Love LHCTS41
Catholic Truth Society
Does purgatory exist? If so, where, and why? What does the Bible say? What does the Church teach? What sense can be made of indulgences? This engaging survey of Scripture, the Church Fathers, Christian history, distinguished writers, and the Catechism, provides answers to these and many other questions. In this examination of the calling and dignity of each person, as well as the context and purpose of our lives here on earth, personal accountability and divine mercy harmoniously combine to make sound common sense.
Fr. Donncha Ó hAodha is a priest of the Opus Dei Prelature living and working in Dublin. He is currently chaplain to Rockbrook Park School, a boys’ secondary school.
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Peter: Keys to Following Jesus LH640707
By: Dr. Tim Gray
Renowned scholar Dr. Tim Gray masterfully guides you through the tumultuous and inspiring life of Peter—from his call to discipleship to his eventual martyrdom in Rome. Using Sacred Scripture and tradition, Dr. Gray highlights these important lessons from Peter’s life, including:
• How to become a trusting disciple and “cast into the deep”
• The pitfalls of living discipleship at a distance and the eventual denial that will come
• How to recover from sin and accept God’s mercy
• How to become a bold witness to others of the love of Jesus
Come to better know, love, and follow Jesus through the Rock on whom he built his Church.
Catholicism & Fundamentalism LH701777
By: Karl Keating
Karl Keating defends Catholicism from Fundamentalist attacks and explains why Fundamentalism has been so successful in converting “Romanists.” After showing the origins of Fundamentalism, he examines representative anti-Catholic groups and presents their arguments in their own words. His rebuttals are clear, detailed, and charitable. Special emphasis is given to the scriptural basis for Catholic doctrines and beliefs.
Praise for Catholicism and Fundamentalism
“Keating’s book is the classic and standard of all apologetics. He clears away the misperceptions and confusion Bible-only believers have of Catholics and shows why they themselves belong in the Church that wrote the Bible—the Catholic Church!”
Dr. Tim Gray, Author of Peter: Keys to Following Jesus
“I strongly advise honest Fundamentalists not to read this book. They might find their whole position collapsing in ruins.”
Sheldon Vanauken, Author of A Severe Mercy
“Mr. Keating has done his homework—all of it. The fruit of his exhaustive work may be commended most earnestly to all who yearn for the fulfillment of Our Lord’s prayer for unity in John 17.”
Thomas Howard, Author of Evangelical Is Not Enough
“A masterpiece of Catholic apologetics. Keating gives a solid defense of Catholicism against the critical attacks of Fundamentalists, done with patient charity that is bound to convince even the most prejudiced critic of Roman Catholicism.”
John A. Hardon, S.J., Author of The Catholic Catechism
Who Am I to Judge? Responding to Relativism with Logic and Love LH314
By: Dr. Edward Sri
Discussing moral issues with family and friends can be a challenge in a culture that strongly promotes the idea that there is no objective truth. Speaking from a wealth of personal experience, renowned author and theologian Dr. Edward Sri provides 5 “keys” to enable Christians to oppose with logic and love what Pope Benedict XVI called the “dictatorship of relativism.” He also clarifies the proper understanding of what it means to judge, and the importance of making good judgments.
Chaplet of Divine Mercy in Song LH307
By: Vicki Kueppers
Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet through song! With beautiful music and meditations on God’s mercy throughout salvation history by Jeff Cavins, you’ll be inspired to sing with all your heart.
Written and performed by Vicki Kueppers and featuring special guest Darren Rust. Orchestrations by Steven C. Anderson.
By Carrie Gress Item # DC611479
We all know someone—a parent, sibling, aunt or uncle, coworker, grandparent, child, neighbor, or friend—who has either left the Church or never discovered it. We want them to know the joy and peace we’ve discovered, but the last thing we want to do is to force our faith on them. So how can we bring our loved ones back to the Church?
Jesus was the first and greatest evangelizer. As his disciples, we’re called to share in his mission—to spread his message to others. But going outside your comfort zone to engage the disengaged in meaningful conversations about Catholicism can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are common patterns that are easy to follow once you recognize them.
In Nudging Conversions, Carrie Gress unveils those common patterns and offers a practical roadmap for reaching out to friends and family. You’ll learn the art of asking questions, when to speak and when to keep quiet, basic tools for talking to others about Jesus, how to answer questions about the faith, and more.
Conversion doesn’t happen overnight—sometimes all it takes is a little “nudge.”
By Matthew Kelly Item # DC611192
Every single moment is a chance to turn it all around.
Are you happy? It may be the wrong question. Most of us think we are relatively happy, while at the same time knowing that we could be happier—maybe even a lot happier. Ordinary people and the finest philosophers have been exploring the question of happiness for thousands of years, and theories abound. But this is not a book of theory. Resisting Happiness is a deeply personal, disarmingly transparent look at why we sabotage our own happiness and what to do about it.
By Fr. Leo Massburg Item # LH175559
Mother Teresa’s life sounds like a legend: the Albanian girl who entered an Irish order to go to India as a missionary and became an “Angel of the Poor” for countless people.
Fr. Leo Maasburg was there as her close companion for many years, traveling with her throughout the world and was witness to countless miracles and incredible little-known occurrences. In this personal portrait of the beloved nun, he presents amazing stories about her that most people have never heard, wonderful and delightful stories about miracles, small and great, that he was privileged to experience at Mother Teresa’s side.
They all tell of her limitless trust in God’s love, of the way the power of faith can move mountains, and of hope that can never die. These stories reveal a humorous, gifted, wise, and arresting woman who has a message of real hope for our time. It’s the life story of one of the most important women of the twentieth century as it has never been told before.
By Dr. Mark Miravalle Item # LH759034
Most people believe that there’s something special about our “hearts.” Not just the physical organ, but something more. Most people understand that there’s something “inside us” that goes beyond the physical realm and into the spiritual. There’s something inside us that could be described as a “sacred place within,” or, more appropriately, a “sacred presence within.”
With this in mind, we are forced to ask, “Who or what is this sacred presence, and does it exist in everyone regardless of race, culture, or even religious beliefs?”
In Jesus in You: The Indwelling of the trinity in the Souls of the Just, Mark Miravalle takes on these and other pertinent questions about Christ living within us. He also puts forth the challenge to be honest and courageous enough to ask the life-changing question: “What’s inside of me?”
By Fr. Michael Gaitley Item # LH305
In this illuminating talk, Fr. Michael Gaitley recounts how Archbishop Karol Wojtyla, later Pope St. John Paul II, used the teachings of the Second Vatican Council with great success to help Catholics in his diocese live their faith to the full. Learn how Vatican II provides a map to help us enrich our lives through faith and effectively experience the good news of God’s divine mercy.
By Dr. Tim Gray Item # LH306
Since the fall of our first parents, humanity has been tempted to mistrust the love that God the Father has for us. Scripture scholar Dr. Tim Gray takes us on a journey that addresses the pervasive misconceptions that God is quick to anger, that the God of the Old and New Testaments are different, and that God doesn’t have a merciful heart for us. You will see that you can trust our heavenly Father, who is truly one with his Son.
By Dr. Mary Healy Item # LH309
God’s design for life, love, relationships, and sex is written into our very bodies. With incredible clarity, Dr. Mary Healy explains how the Theology of the Body, Pope St. John Paul II’s deeply biblical understanding of Our Lord’s original plan for men and women, is astonishingly good news for a culture littered with broken marriages, immorality, heartache, and loneliness.
By: Trent Horn Item # CA414
In 20 Answers: Death and Judgment you’ll find important and valuable insights on a variety of topics, including purgatory, the existence of God, mortal and venial sin, salvation, the resurrection, the Second Coming of Christ and even the Rapture.
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by Fr. Mike Driscoll Item #CA412
Messengers of God
• Who or what are the angels?
• What powers do angels and demons have?
• How can I protect myself from demonic temptation and possession?
• What are the guardian angels, and how can I build a relationship with mine?
In 20 Answers: Angels and Demons you’ll find smart, solid answers to these questions and many more.
God created the angelic orders to worship him, and to be models of his spiritual nature, ministers of his word, and agents of his actions throughout creation. 20 Answers: Angels and Demons will help you understand these mysterious and powerful beings, as well as help you avoid the snares and harms of those angels who disobeyed God and fell from his favor—the demons.
The 20 Answers series from Catholic Answers offers hard facts, compelling arguments, and clear explanations of the most important topics facing the Church and the world—all in a compact, easy-to-read package.
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By: Jim Blackburn Item #413
In 20 Answers: Divorce & Remarriage will help Catholics more fully understand the Catholic Church’s teaching and laws concerning marriage so that they can be assured of always treating marriage with the dignity and respect that God originally intended for this sacred institution.
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By: Trent Horn Item #CA403
20 Answers: God guides you down a path of rational inquiry and understanding toward an encounter with the central mystery of the universe.
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By: Tim Staples Item #CA404
In 20 Answers: Mary you’ll find biblical evidence for Marian doctrine and devotion, answers to common objections to Catholic teachings about Mary, and guidance on how to imitate Christ—which we should do in all things—by loving and honoring his mother.
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Catholic Truth Society
The spiritual and corporal works of mercy are not a list to be learnt but actions to be lived. Mark Shea gives great examples of people who have performed the works of mercy and advice on how we can practice them in the 21st Century. Pope Francis’s Year of Mercy is a call to each one of us to rediscover and to live the works of Mercy every day.
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By: Mgr Richard Atherton Item #LHCTS48
Catholic Truth Society
Feeding the hungry and thirsty, clothing the naked, housing the homeless, visiting the imprisoned, the sick, and burying the dead – Pope Francis wants us to stop and think again, especially during the Year of Mercy. Are these things I can do, or are they for others to get on with? What good do they do? Actions of mercy are often terribly ordinary and doable. Fr Atherton guides us through the spiritual and practical matters that Love asks of all Christians.
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By: Msgr Paul Grogan Item #LHCTS49
Most Christians want to live an active faith yet feel perplexed about how to do so. The seven interconnected ‘spiritual works of mercy’ come to our aid: counselling the doubtful; instructing the ignorant; admonishing sinners; comforting the afflicted; forgiving offences; bearing wrongs patiently; and praying for the living and the dead. Through such acts of mercy we can respond fully to God’s goodness towards us, involving conversion of our interior life: such acts are truly God’s acts of mercy; we, mere human agents for God to alleviate people’s unhappiness.
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By: Fr. Vivian Boland OP Item #LHCTS52
Fighting the Good Fight
Using the weapons of the Church to fight off evil and temptation
Every Christian is engaged in an ongoing struggle against the self, and against temptation, striving to gain the blessings of the Kingdom of God. This booklet enlightens the struggle by searching the wisdom of the scriptures. It gives hope to everyone, because Christ is always by our side to help us in every battle, and he has already defeated death and sin.
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Catholic Truth Society Item #LHCTS55
Updated and improved spiritual companion for the sick.
This popular prayer book, now revised and improved, offers well-loved prayers, meditations, and encouragement for those in hospital. Prayers for expectant mothers, excerpts from Scripture, and from the saints, the Rites for receiving communion when sick, and for Anointing the Sick are included, as is night prayer and a helpful guide to Confession.
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By: Fr Ivano Millico Item #LHCTS47
The new ‘Jubilee of Mercy’ announced by Pope Francis is of great significance. Drawing from his biography, his motto, interviews, homilies, and messages, here we learn how Francis sees himself as a pilgrim in need of mercy. Further, we are all pilgrims, called to pass through the ‘door of mercy’ opening before us in this Holy Year. In a world that sits lightly to love and forgiveness, where many feel they are beyond forgiveness, this is an invitation to start out on a personal journey to discover what mercy truly is.
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By: St Alphonsus Liguori – Fr Jim McManus CssR Item #LHCTS53
These classic reflections on Christ’s passion by St Alphonsus retain their timeless relevance – especially for the Year of Mercy. They are enriched by a brief biography of Alphonsus, a selection of prayers penned by him, and a word on the history and value of the Way of the Cross as a ‘way of divine mercy’. This new edition contains new colour illustrations to assist prayerful devotion.
Jim McManus CssR. preaches parish missions throughout Britain, He is the author of ten books on the healing ministry and spirituality. Classic devotions enriched by additional prayers, a brief biography and a reflection on the Way of the Cross as a Way of Divine Mercy.
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By: Fr John Flader Item #LHCTS51
The purpose of this booklet is to help those who make use of the sacrament to appreciate it more, and to encourage those who do not, to reconsider its many benefits. Describing the sacrament as ‘one of the greatest treasures of the Catholic Church’, this booklet considers both the human and spiritual perspectives of Confession. It includes notes on examination of conscience and a helpful Rite to Confession itself.
Read about the benefits and practice of the sacrament.
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By: David Baldwin Item #LHCTS42
Since beyond the mists of history people have been drawn to making pilgrim journeys. In this modern, frenetic world, pilgrimage is on the increase. This booklet seeks to answer why, as well as giving insights, inspiration and ideas for anyone contemplating pilgrimage. It also highlights some popular, and not so well known, pilgrim destinations, and proposes ‘Reasons to Go’. Pope Francis encourages all to go on a pilgrimage during the Year of Mercy 2015/16.
David Baldwin is a retired Royal Marines officer, and has written several CTS pilgrim companions. Here he brings together all his pilgrim experiences.
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By Stephen Ray Item #LH294
In this empowering talk, Steve Ray shares what it means to be a Christian in today’s world. By examining the lives and martyrdoms of the early Christians and understanding how they transformed the pagan Greco-Roman culture, Steve gives us a blueprint for the New Evangelization. Learn from early Christians how to swim upstream against the current culture and become a witness for Christ.
By Matthew Leonard Item #LH299
Join Matthew Leonard as he walks through the three stages of the spiritual life, helping you progress toward union with God and enter the interior castle written about by St. Teresa of Avila. With humor and concrete examples, this presentation is sure to aid you in your journey to becoming a saint.
By Trent Horn Item #LH296
Catholic Apologist Trent Horn carefully considers same-sex marriage and provides an in-depth discussion that addresses the misconceptions held by many in our society today. This examination of what marriage really is, and what it is not, provides a truly gracious and persuasive response to the debate surrounding this important topic.
By Dr. Tim Gray Item #LH291
In this informative presentation, Dr. Tim Gray, Augustine Institute President, shares how Lectio Divina enables you to enter into a dialogue with God. This prayerful reading of Sacred Scripture is a proven means to encounter God in daily life and will benefit those new to prayer and the more experienced alike.
By Tim Staples Item #LH292
Tim Staples explains the incredible impact that the Church’s understanding of Mary has on our spiritual lives, and the profound way that Marian doctrines and dogmas safeguard what we believe about her Son. Using penetrating insights and humor, Tim shows how correct knowledge of our humble Mother reveals our own identity in Christ, and empowers us to say “Yes” to God!
By Dale Ahlquist Item #LH295
Dale Ahlquist, founder of the American Chesterton Society, masterfully presents the genius of Catholic convert and 20th century literary giant G.K. Chesterton. He shares how this “King of Satire” predicted many of the societal ills of our day and pointed out the remedies for them. Discover the wisdom of this literary critic, playwright, novelist, Catholic theologian, and apologist.
By Dr. Ray Guarendi Item #LH288
Dr. Ray Guarendi shares his story of how logic led him home to the Catholic Church. He found out that, contrary to his Protestant misunderstandings, the Church is coherent and never contradicts herself. Dr. Ray explains how the answers to his objections to Catholicism were both Biblical and believed by the earliest Christians. Explore the logic that led him to the fullness of truth.
By Fr. Chris Alar, MIC Item #LH298
Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, reveals the urgency to live and share the powerful message of Divine Mercy. He explains the basics of the Divine Mercy feast, image, novena, chaplet, and hour of mercy, and how to incorporate them into your spiritual life. In this Year of Mercy, discover God’s transformative message of Divine Mercy.
By Vinny Flynn Item #LH301
In this inspiring presentation, popular speaker Vinny Flynn explores the “hidden” truths of the Sacrament of Reconciliation, presenting what to many will be a whole new way of approaching Confession, inviting you to begin an exciting personal journey to healing and holiness. If you do not yet look forward to Confession in the same way you look forward to Communion, this will change your life.
Patrick Madrid Item #LH304
It’s profound to consider what hangs in the balance when we share our faith with others. Patrick Madrid, in his highly engaging manner, speaks from a lifetime of experience to help Catholics effectively share the truth about Christ and his Church whenever the opportunity arises.
By Fr. Michael E. Gaitley, MIC Item #33DAYMERCY
Live the Jubilee Year of Mercy to the full! Get your copy of 33 Days to Merciful Love, the stirring sequel to the international sensation, 33 Days to Morning Glory. Using the same 33-day preparation format, 33 Days to Merciful Love journeys with one of the most beloved saints of modern times, St. Therese of Lisieux, and concludes with a consecration to Divine Mercy. So whether you want to deepen your love of Divine Mercy or have a devotion to St. Therese, 33 Days to Merciful Love is the book for you.
By Peter Kreeft Item #DC836385
We are faced with countless choices every day, but many of us find decision making difficult—and living with our choices even harder. With penetrating wisdom, good humor, and common sense, Peter Kreeft tackles tough questions such as:
Why do good decisions sometimes hurt?
How can we really know what’s right and wrong?
How can we make good choices regarding sex, money, marriage and family, and work?
Making Choices is a powerful resource for anyone who desires clarity when facing decisions, confidence when making them, and happiness when living with the consequences.
By Matthew Warner Item #DC611547
Pope Francis says he wants “a mess.” Are you foolish enough to make one?
We Christians claim to have a great message for the world. But if it’s so great, why are more people leaving the Church than joining? The message clearly isn’t getting through. We must be doing something wrong.
Matthew Warner has spent the last twelve years passionately sharing the life-changing truths of the Christian faith with others. As a student of the Information Age, he is eager to use every means of communication at his disposal to help the Church share her message. In his attempts, he’s reached millions of people by developing faith-based websites, blogs, and email lists, and engaging a large audience through social media. And as the creator of his own innovative communication tool used by thousands of churches worldwide, he’s experienced the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to evangelization.
Along the way, he’s made a lot of mistakes trying to share the faith with others — but he’s also seen what works. That’s what this book is about.
Messy & Foolish presents a fresh vision for evangelization that will inspire you to quit the lesser pursuits of your life and accept nothing less than the joyful, adventure-filled, contagious life God intends you to live.
Pope Francis was right. It’s time to make a mess. It’s time to change the world. And we are just the fools to do it.
By Matthew Kelly Item #DC509743
In this small volume, the celebrated author and speaker Matthew Kelly succinctly presents his reflections on one of life’s most important lessons. In doing so, he demonstrates what he has revealed to us again and again through his work: He has taken the time to think on life’s biggest questions so that he can present his findings to us in ways that make sense in our everyday experience of life and at the same time stir our souls.
Do you take the long view? Do you take the short view? Do you even know? Are you aware when you are taking the long view or the short view? How would your life be different if you became a student of the long view?
At a time when instant gratification no longer seems fast enough, The Long View invites us to step back from the endless hustle of our busy lives and question whether we are on the right path.
By Vinny Flynn Item #LH479465
Vinny Flynn, author of the best-seller, 7 Secrets of the Eucharist (100,000 copies sold), presents a similar approach to the Sacrament of Confession in this new book that reveals 7 key “secrets” or hidden truths about the great spiritual beauty, power and depth of Confession.
The understanding that many Catholics have of the Sacrament of Confession is so limited and narrow in its focus that it keeps them from discovering the real beauty and value of this Sacrament… beauty and value that even a young child can understand if it’s presented properly.
For too many Catholics, Confession is just a means to an end: cleaning us up from sin so we can receive Communion. But, as Pope Francis tells us, Confession is much more than “going to the dry cleaner.” It’s “an encounter with Jesus, who waits for us as we are.”
In his years of speaking all over North America, Flynn saw that many Catholics have this limited appreciation of Confession, and the urgent need for clear teaching about this great Sacrament. If you have not yet experienced Confession as a wonderful, personal encounter with Christ; if you do not yet look forward to going to Confession with the same eagerness and expectation with which you receive Holy Communion, this book is for you. It will be a whole new way of going to Confession, inviting you to begin an exciting personal journey to healing and holiness. It may change your life.
By Ronald Rolheiser Item #DC366575
Whether you struggle to believe in God, are a beginner in prayer, or are more advanced in your spiritual practice, renowned spiritual master Ronald Rolheiser will gently lead you in this book to a deepening experience of God in prayer. Your own yearning and intuition mark the starting point.
Drawing from Scripture, ancient and modern writers, and experience, Rolheiser clears common misconceptions about prayer and offers both consolation and challenge. In thirty-three brief reflections, he will help you understand how to overcome struggles in prayer, develop a mature prayer habit, and explore new prayer practices.
Trust yourself, trust God’s providence, and get ready to open your heart in such a way that you will hear God clearly say to you, “I love you!”
By Mike Aquilina Item #DC169492
The Mass has been celebrated throughout the world over a span of centuries, but many Catholics view it as merely a boring obligation instead of a wondrous gift. Understanding the Mass provides simple answers to common questions about this life-transforming act of Catholic worship and explains the meaning behind its prayers and practices. Along the way there are practical tips for preparing for Mass and incorporating its timeless rhythm into our lifestyle as Catholics.
By Alan Schreck Item #DC165999
“You’re a Catholic. What do you believe?”
You’re on the spot. What do you really believe—about the Bible, Mary, the saints, the pope, the sacraments? You wish some well-informed Catholic friends were around to help with the answer.
Or perhaps you are asking the questions yourself. Catholic & Christian provides the answers you need. It is a readable and concise summary of often misunderstood Catholic beliefs, the teachings and practices that puzzle Catholics and non-Catholics alike. This is a book for all Catholics who want to know more about their faith.
By Jon Leonetti Item #DC509767
“Catholicism is outdated. It’s behind the times. It’s boring.” We’ve forgotten our story. It’s time to rediscover that there is genius in Catholicism. Christianity has captivated the world for more than two thousand years. Look a little closer, and you’ll see that it is the most dangerous and exciting thing on earth. Catholicism is a game changer. This book looks at the big picture of who God is, what he has revealed to us, and how that will radically impact our lives if we let it.
by Chris Stepien Item# DC509923
In the Bible we are told Jesus was lost in the temple for three days when he traveled to Jerusalem for Passover with Mary and Joseph.
Why did he stay behind? What did he do? Who did he meet? Where did he sleep? Was he ever in danger?
This Biblical novel is a compelling tale about 12–year–old Jesus, based on the second chapter of Luke’s Gospel. This book will grip your imagination–as you explore the Temple and experience the drama of ancient Hebrew traditions with the boy Messiah.
by Edward Sri & Curtis Martin Item# DC509540
Do you know the real story of the Bible?
What do Adam and Eve, Moses, David, Jesus and the Apostles have to do with my life?
In The Real Story, Edward Sri and Curtis Martin break open the Word to examine how all these pieces fit together into one cohesive narrative—a story of how, little by little, God has drawn His people into closer union with Himself, culminating in the coming of Jesus Christ and the establishment of His Church.
Through a closer study of the key characters and events in the larger biblical narrative, Sri and Martin show that the Bible ultimately isn’t a collection of disjointed stories, but an epic saga of God’s infinite love for us and His perfect plan for our salvation since the beginning of time.