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First Saturday Devotion Handbook
First Saturday Devotion to Mary walks us through this special devotion in order to assist those who practice it to benefit more profitably from the graces that Mary promises would come to the individual and the world as a result. Among the spiritual exercises attached to this devotion are Confession, recitation of the Rosary, attendance at Mass, and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
A Catholic Path to God
 Finding Faith in a Godless World seeks to answer the questions we all have asked ourselves and applying theology andphilosophy to assit the reader in finding answers from a Roman Catholic perspective.
Joy in You, in the Church and in the World!
 In this most recent in a line of books on joy, Joy:
The Spirit's Gigantic Secret Behind the Church's Survival, Fr. John Catoir, familiar to millions for his past television
appearances on Christopher Closeups, shows how the Spirit's gift of joy to
the Church has been a monumental factor in the Church's survival in spite of the scandals that have often plaqued her.
How to Handle Distractions in Prayer!
In this work, Distractions in Prayer: Blessing of Curse?, Sr. Vilma Seelaus provides
us with an in-depth study of the advice given to her sisters by St. Teresa of Avila in her classic work The Interior
Castle.
A Fresh Approach to Spiritual Growth!
These reflections by Venerable Concepción Cabrera de Armida (Conchita)
in
Seasons of the Soul offer a cyclical understanding of the soul's growth into the image
and likeness of Christ, as mirrored in the seasons of the year: Spring, Summer, Fall and
Winter.
Thérèse of Lisieux & Teresa of Calcutta!
In this work, I Thirst, the author provides us with an
in-depth study of the spirituality that was common to St. Thérèse of Lisieux and Blessed
Teresa of Calcutta, viz. their mutual desire to slake the thirst of Christ for souls.
Self-Knowledge & Contemplative Prayer!
These reflections by a Secular Discalced Carmelite in
Carmel, Land of the Soul offer guidelines and admonitions on how to live a contemplative life in the modern
world in the spirit of Carmel.
Unique Interpretation of a Well-Known Parable!
Archbishop Sheen in his insightful work, The Prodigal World ,
talks about how our Western civilization has squandered its Christian heritage and wasted its
spiritual capital with disastrous results. He also shows how we can return to the Father and set
things right.
Yesterday, Today & Forever!
 In his latest book Women in the Eyes of Jesus,
Father Antoine Nachef finds in the writings of the New Testament examples of the various kinds of
way that Our Lord related to the women of his day and age and shows its relevance for today.
Priceless Meditations on the Eucharist!
In
Irresistibly Drawn to the Eucharist, Fr. Gutiérrez González brings
together from her journals the
most beautiful writings on the Eucarist by Concepción Cabrera de Armida (better known as
Conchita).
Another Sheen Classic!
These reflections in You by Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen
are all about you and how you can have a personal relationship with Him who alone can make you
happy and fulfill your deepest longings and desires.
Sheen's Unwavering Love for the Church!
In this book, The Rock Plunged Into Eternity Sheen
shows how the Church, like Jesus Himself, is a sign of contradiction, the object of love or hate,
admiration or hostility.
Thoughts for our Daily Lives
In a wide-ranging variety of topics, Sheen brings his inimitatable style to those very practical and highly pertinent Thoughts for Daily Living.
For Your Lenten Meditations!
 In his latest book Figures Around the Cross,
Father Maestri helps us to consider the love of God in Christ that led him to sacrifice his life
on the cross for our salvation.
A New Way of the Cross!
The thoughtful meditations of Fr. John Catoir, the powerful poetry of Catherine deVinck,
and the striking 4-color illustrations of
Bill Lutz make
The Stations of the Cross for the New Millennium a way of the
cross that is truly unique in its beauty and its scope.
A Thought a Day for Lent!
The reflections offered in this informative and entertaining book, Embrace Your
Renewal, will provide homilists and the average lay person in the pew much to consider
during the holy season of Lent.
Augustine Answers Your Questions!
 In this book Augustine for Everyone,
Father Jules M. Brady, S.J., finds in the writings of St. Augustine answers to 101 questions you
might like to pose to this great saint.
Tradition in a Modern Setting!
In this work, Light, Happiness & Peace, Fr. John J.
Pasquini takes us on a journey through traditional Catholic spirituality, covering the purgative,
illuminative and unitive stages in his own inimitable style.
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A Positive Approach to Catholic Morality, Lifestyle and Attitude
 The Ten Commandments provides several brief but thoughtful meditations on how we can live our wonderful vocation as Catholics by responding "Yes" to the Lord's invitation to become saints, holy and happy brothers and sisters of the Lord.
For a Heart-Centered Relationship with God!
Towards Mystical Union by Julienne McLean provides a scholarly
and extraordinary modern commentary on the mystical text of The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila.
Thirty-Two Meditations on Jesus in the Eucharist!
 Drawing on her intimate relationship with the Eucharistic Lord, Venerable Concepción Cabrera de
Armida (Conchita) in her work, Holy Hours provides a fresh new and highly personal way
to approach the adoration of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.
Introduce Your Little Ones to the Rosary!
 In this little 32 page booklet entitled My Rosary,
children at a very early age are introduced in a colorful way to all 20 mysteries of the Rosary,
including the Mysteries of Light.
How Would You Have Answered Jesus?
In this powerful little book, Questions Jesus Asked,
the author confronts the reader with seven life-altering questions and expects them to be
answered from the depths of the reader's own experience.
Towards a Land of Freedom!
In this work, Reading the Ten Commandments Anew, Brother John
of Taizé shows us how the Ten Commandments represent simple boundaries that protect our freedom
to act and grow as children of a loving God.
Another Sheen Masterpiece!
In these reflections on the seven last words of Jesus from the Cross, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen in
The Seven Capital Sins describes the devastating effects of sin in our
lives and in the society in which we live.
Anniversary Edition of a Timeless Classic!
 In this book, You Can Change the World, the late Father James
Keller -- Founder of the Christopher Movement -- offers priceless encouragement and timeless advice on how each
individual can influence others and, in their own sphere of influence, change the world for good.
Aquinas Responds to Your Questions!
 In his latest book Aquinas for Everyone,
Father Jules M. Brady, S.J., finds in the writings of St. Thomas Aquinas answers to 65 questions
the average person might like to pose to this great saint.
Understanding Traditional Catholic Spirituality!
In this book, The Ordinary Path to Holiness the author
provides an overview of traditional Catholic spirituality which has been tested and proven in the
crucible of the lives of the saints.
Conchita's Meditations on the Gospel!
The 31 meditations in this little
book, I Am, are reflections on a whole range
of Gospel passages meditated on in the presence of Our Blessed Lord in the Eucharist
by the Servant of God, Concepción Cabrera de Armida.
Pray as You Can, Not as You Can't!
In his latest book, How to Pray, David Torkington presents us with 40
short but profoundly helpful lessons that serve as a practical guide to all in the art of personal
prayer.
Bedtime Reading for Small Children!
 In Thank You, God, For Who I Am
the authors encourage small children to establish and strengthen the moral values and self-esteem
so necessary to their growth and future happiness.
The Five New Mysteries of the Rosary!
 Patterned after the very popular booklet, Through the Rosary with
Fra Angelico, Through the Mysteries of Light with Giotto
and Fra Angelico is an invaluable aid to reciting and meditating on the five new mysteries
of the Rosary of Pope John Paul II.
How to Achieve Lasting Joy!
 In his latest book Enjoy Your Precious Life,
Father John T. Catoir, JCD tells us that God wants us to live life joyfully and he shows us how
God's life in us makes that possible.
Fulton J. Sheen's Stations of the Cross!
 An ideal Lenten companion, The Way of the Cross,
by the late Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen is a classic, offering priceless and timeless meditations
on each of the Stations. They are Sheen at his best, having been penned explicitly to deepen
the reader's love and appreciation for the tremendous sacrifice that Christ made for our salvation.
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