Catholic Books

 A Teacher's Companion for Making Every Class Catholic  Brett Salkeld, Ph.D., explains the role of Catholic anthropology in education and accompanies Catholic teachers in integrating the Faith into all aspects of the curriculum. From math and science to health and social studies, every subject can and should be taught from a Catholic worldview. And in doing so the true purpose of Catholic education is fulfilled. For teachers, this isn't "one more thing" to do in the classroom -- this is a new...

Father Augustus Tolton was a faithful servant of the Lord who faced oppression and adversity, but still proclaimed the Good News of Jesus’ love with determination. In this gripping book, popular author and speaker Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers recounts the powerful story of Tolton’s heroic journey from a humble birth in slavery to becoming the first black American priest. Through every obstacle that came his way - untimely death of his father, abject poverty, and even being denied admission from...

The Spiritual Teachings of Venerable Bruno Lanteri With warmth, understanding, and pastoral skill, Fr. Timothy Gallagher provides here a hopeful invitation to all who struggle to overcome the greatest obstacle of all in the spiritual life discouragement. Our enemy actively exploits our vulnerabilities, shrewdly leading us time and again into an overwhelming sense of disturbance. But Fr. Gallagher pulls the curtain back on the wiles of the devil, offering gentle reflections that are remarkably...

Under the Mantle, by Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, is an insightful examination of timeless topics from a modern perspective. Delve deep into the teachings of our Divine Lord and explore the mysteries within them with this divinely inspired guide. He unravels complex issues such as Divine Mercy, the Eucharist, the papacy, the Church, confession, prayer and more—all while interweaving inspiring quotes regarding Our Lady from saints, blessed and popes throughout. Enrich your spiritual life through ...

The whole of Scripture, Old Testament and New, is being published in a single volume, featuring the beautiful Revised Standard Version Second Catholic Edition (RSV2CE) translation along with introductions, outlines, and explanatory notes for each biblical book, extensive cross references to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and an array of visual and educational aids to bring the message of Scripture into clear focus for Catholic readers. More than any other study edition of the Bible on ...

Set against the colorful background of power struggles in imperial Rome and battling Roman legions, this is the exciting story of St. Helena, mother of the Emperor Constantine, who found the Cross of Christ in Jerusalem. This book for young people paints a vivid portrait of a remarkable woman who overcame every obstacle with faith, hope, perseverance... and a healthy dose of ambition. In this 29th book in the acclaimed Vision Books series for youth, Louis de Wohl, known for his masterful stor...

Renowned preacher Msgr. Ronald Knox explores the profound beauty and significance of marriage in this collection of twenty-four insightful wedding sermons. Each sermon delves into the spiritual and emotional dimensions of love, commitment, and the enduring bond between husband and wife. With Knox's characteristic wit and wisdom, "Bridegroom and Bride" offers timeless reflections on the sacrament of marriage, making it an ideal gift for engaged couples, newlyweds, and anyone seeking a deeper u...

Kindness counts. If you have trouble acting with the consistent kindness our Lord expects, your relationships with God and those you love may be suffering. Probably you just can't find the time and can't ever seem to develop the patience that you need in order to be consistently kind amid the irritations that afflict you daily. That's why this book is such a godsend. There's nothing complicated or magical about learning to be kinder; it just takes greater attention to the things that you do a...

Many claim that Catholic Social Teaching implies the existence of a vast welfare state. In these pages, Anthony Esolen pulls back the curtain on these false philosophers, showing how they've undermined the authentic social teachings of the Church in order to neutralize the biggest threat to their plans for secularization the Catholic Church. With the voluminous writings of Pope Leo XIII as his guide, Esolen explains that Catholic Social Teaching isn't focused exclusively on serving the poor. ...

Common Sense 101 is the perfect book for any reader looking to add clarity and insight to their worldview. Authored by Dale Ahlquist, president of the American Chesterton Society, this book gives readers a wonderful insight into how G. K. Chesterton looked at the world at large. With over a hundred books published on a variety of topics, thousands of essays in London newspapers, epic poetry, detective stories, illustrations and humor articles under his name, Chesterton has become one of the m...

Love, honor, cherish ... and understand In their bestselling book, The Temperament God Gave You, authors Art and Laraine Bennett re-introduced the age-old concept of the four classic temperaments, and showed how to use them to understand yourself, get along with others, and grow closer to God. Now they're back with more temperament wisdom, designed specially for couples and guaranteed to improve your marital communication, intimacy, and happiness: The Temperament God Gave Your Spouse. In no o...

The Last Superstition: A Refutation of the New Atheism offers a timely and thought-provoking rebuttal of modern atheism. In this book, Edward Feser argues that the new atheism which so often dominates discourse is based on an unfounded and mechanistic worldview—one which fails to properly acknowledge the fundamental teleological view of life espoused by the ancient philosophers. Using careful reasoning and logic, Feser refutes the notion of atheism as a valid path in life. He demonstrates why...

"Brief Reader on the Virtues of the Human Heart" by Josef Pieper is an essential guide for anyone interested in exploring the power and importance of moral character. Through his philosophical insights, Pieper gives readers a more informed understanding of their moral development and ethical responsibilities. This book will help you to understand yourself better, strengthen your relationships with others, and foster a sense of contentment through living virtuously. It is a thought-provoking r...

Should you take that job?Pursue that relationship?Buy that house? What Does God Want? gives you the tools you need to overcome your doubts and make wise choices . . . all in accordance with Gods will. Here Fr. Michael Scanlan, former president of the Franciscan University of Steubenville, lays out for you the five critical questions you must answer as you wrestle with important but naggingly difficult decisions that keep you up at night. Should you have that risky operation?Move mom into a nu...

The Catholic Treasury of Prayers is a timeless source of solace and comfort in your pocket. Whether you have a particular request or are just looking to deepen your faith and engage more with the Church, this 176-page book has been designed as an inspirational companion for all Catholics. Featuring sections devoted to beloved prayers to Our Blessed Mother, St. Joseph, and the Patron Saints, as well as prayer sections dedicated to the Mass and Psalms, this Catholic Treasury of Prayers is inval...

Avoiding Bitterness in Suffering offers precious insight into how Christians can persevere through pain and suffering with faith, hope, and assurance. Written by the esteemed Dr. Ronda Chervin, this thoughtful resource guides readers down a road of understanding. As she bravely reveals her own tale of heartache in the aftermath of her son’s suicide, readers can appreciate firsthand knowledge and empathetic advice while being comforted that they are not alone in their anguish. The book provide...

Discover one of the most comprehensive and authoritative Church histories available today with St. Joseph Church History. Written by esteemed author Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, SVD, this educational resource details the major events in the Catholic Church in a clear and compelling way that is easy to understand for the modern reader. Charting its divine origin throughout the ages, St. Joseph Church History comes equipped with evidence-backed summaries, large typeface, informative tables and ins...

The Story of Saint Genevieve Phillip Campbell, author of the best-selling The Story of Civilization series from TAN Books, returns to offer young Catholics a dramatic historical account of the life of Saint Genevieve of Paris. Matron of Paris follows the journey of Genevieve from her childhood as a shepherdess to becoming the beloved abbess and advocate of the Christians of Paris. Along the way, she encounters a host of notable characters from history, including Saint Patrick, King Clovis, Sa...

Saint Monica: Model of Christian Mothers is a hard-hitting book that celebrates one woman's faith and the incredible legacy she left behind. It tells the gripping story of St. Monica, an extraordinary woman who devotedly prayed for her son Augustine's conversion to Christianity, even as he struggled against her wishes for years. Against all odds and in the face of many challenges, she successfully pushed through and finally achieved exceptional success—converting not only Augustine, but also ...

In a generation plagued by fatherlessness, fear, and indecision, men need a mentor. They need a man who models masculine strength and understands his God-given duty to lay down his life for his family, to provide for their every need, to protect them, to exemplify a life of virtue.  St. Joseph is that man.  Man Your Post: Learning to Lead like St. Joseph is a mission entrusted to you by a company of Catholic men who have faced challenges and found strength through the intercession of the head...

The Cookbook That Challenges Politically Correct Nutrition and the Diet Dictocrats A full-spectrum nutritional cookbook with a startling message animal fats and cholesterol are vital factors in the human diet, necessary for reproduction and normal growth, proper function of the brain and nervous system, protection from disease and optimum energy levels. Includes information on how to prepare grains, health benefits of bone broths.

The seven deadly sins are generals leading a vast and deadly army. The soldiers are a variety of sins and misdeeds, and the capital sins are the officers who sent them on their nefarious tasks. With the writings of St. Thomas Aquinas as his guide, best-selling author Kevin Vost tackles the deadly sins one-by-one, showing how they take root in our soul and give birth to offspring other sinful thoughts and deeds that help it reach its sinful goals. You'll learn how they attacks us, and how they...

Eight essays on the theme of woman and her vocation, with index. With reason Edith Stein has been called "the most significant German woman of this century." Her writings on woman are the fruit of both reflection and debate with other leaders of the Catholic feminist movement in German-speaking countries between the World Wars.

Delve deeper into the classic masterpiece of The Lord of the Rings with The Philosophy of Tolkien. Peter Kreeft takes readers on a journey of discovery that goes beyond the fantastical details found in J.R.R Tolkien’s beloved novel, bringing to light its underlying philosophical bones. Instead of relying solely on the narrative, Kreeft presents 50 categories of philosophical themes included in Lord, accompanied by more than 1,000 references to the text for clear and precise examples. This mak...

How does Saint Christopher keep us safe when we travel? Why is Saint Patrick always depicted with a nest of snakes? How did Cecilia come to be the patron saint of music? These wonders and more are explained in this treasure of a book. The perfect gift for the devout or any religious occasion, this captivating collection recounts the extra-ordinary legends, heartrending stories, joys, and sorrows of the most beloved saints, from the famous to the mysteriously obscure. Beautifully illustrated w...

Many people, at one time or another, struggle with faith issues about sin, guilt, punishment, and hell. But a small few, particularly Catholics, so fear offending God--or fear never being forgiven by God--that they are unable to participate in daily life without experiencing severe doubt and anxiety. Rather than experiencing faith as a source of peace, their faith causes them to dwell on or second guess every decision they make. These people have scrupulosity, sometimes called the doubting di...

And then, just like that, it happened. Twenty-four-year-old Rebecca Veritas is a clinical psychologist, quickly establishing herself as a young success with her own thriving practice in a comfortable area of town. Reeling from the painful reality of recent events, she settles into her new life with neat precision, a practical choice conveniently removed from memories that her childlike nature and romantic heart might otherwise indulge. When an unexpected visit from an old friend one fateful s...

Dignitatis Humanae, the Second Vatican Council’s declaration on religious liberty, remains one of the most debated texts in modern Catholic theology. Its teaching raises urgent questions: Is the Council’s doctrine on religious liberty an infallible teaching or an act of the “authentic Magisterium”? May a Catholic suspend or withhold assent, and under what conditions? And most critically, does the Council’s treatment of religious liberty contradict the Church’s earlier magisterium? As Alan Fim...

In the entire history of the Church, no saint has performed as many miracles as Saint Thérèse of Lisieux. "The greatest saint of modern times" (as Pius X described her) is doing what she promised: "spending her heaven doing good on earth." Among the fourteen thousand testimonies of apparitions, healings, and conversions preserved in the Carmel of Lisieux since the saint's death, archivist Camille Burette has selected the most meaningful and moving among them to include in this volume. Like th...

The Devotion Destined to Save Society From the creation of man to the current ecclesial infiltration and world revolution, the devil and his minions have sought to destroy the human race made in the image of God. No longer attacking from without, they are now secretly laying siege from within the Holy Roman Catholic Church. But why is God allowing this? He loves to see souls heroically battle for the faith. In the nineteenth century, Venerable Leo Dupont said that Communists would one day ens...

The Carthusian's traditional doctrine on prayer - from its very beginnings to the simplicity of its highest forms. Far from being abstract and theoretical, we learn about the prayer process by sharing the novices' concrete spiritual journey. Their problems and difficulties, and the many pitfalls they encounter on the way, are expressed in an ongoing dialogue with their guide who relates to each one individually. Illuminating, even dazzling, insights, in one of the most profound books on Chris...

Travel back to the 15th century and discover the life, legacy and journey of Joan of Arc with Stein and Day’s classic 1966 publication. This authoritative work offers an insight into one of the most iconic figures of all time, providing a thorough exploration of historical accounts written by both allies and enemies. It delves into how she was brought up from relative obscurity through to becoming a revolutionary force in history. With Régine Pernoud's expert historical translation, this book...

The Catholic Guide to Depression is a life-changing book that demonstrates how modern psychology and faith can come together to provide an effective way to deal with depression. Written by psychiatrist Aaron Kheriaty, this book connects psychological approaches and consistent teachings of the Church in order to provide meaningful strategies for those suffering from this difficult affliction.This revolutionary guide shows readers how to effectively manage their depression without having to sol...

This new children's Christmas book by bestselling author Anthony DeStefano tells the story of a mean-spirited, prideful old ox who has lost his sight "both physically and spiritually" but who nevertheless experiences the transformative power of God's grace after he witnesses the birth of Jesus Christ in a humble stable in Bethlehem. Illustrated by New York Times bestselling artist Richard Cowdrey, this new holiday book teaches children the true meaning of Christmas while also explaining the c...

One of the most coldly calculated acts of Henry VIII during the Reformation was the dissolution of the monasteries. Monks and nuns were driven from their cloisters; the abbeys were plundered and turned over to greedy courtiers. From these ignoble proceedings came Robert Hugh Benson's inspiration for this great historical novel, the story of a house divided against itself. The Torridon brothers are sworn to serve different masters; one is a monk, in love with the Mass and the Faith of Ages, t...

Dom Germain Morin's classic study of the monastic life shows its foundations in the life of the first generation of Christians as described in the Acts of the Apostles. Drawing from his baptismal consecration, the monk does nothing more than live his Baptism to the full and draw from it the ultimate conclusions. This book makes it clear that, far from being a medieval invention, monastic life is grounded in the teaching of the apostles, and as such, is valid for every generation of Christians.

How to Understand, Explain, and Defend the Catholic Faith This book unravels mysteries, corrects misunderstandings, and offers thoughtful, straightforward responses to common objections about the Catholic faith.Bestselling author Scott Hahn, a convert to Catholicism, has experienced the doubts that so often drive discussions about God and the Church. In the years before his conversion, he was first a nonbeliever and then an anti-Catholic clergyman. In REASONS TO BELIEVE, he explains the "how ...

Excerpt from the Introduction: Father Valuy's work gives the religious practical means of achieving detachment from their own wills in order to practice the type of charity Our Lord demands of them. He strikes at the heart of that duplicity of spirit which can so easily put on the semblance of piety but which in reality is hypocritical in its dealings with other men. Fr. Valuy asks: "Am I one of those proud spirits who expose the faults of others in order to show off their pretended virtues?"...

Jesus Christ (His Life, His Teaching, and His Work): Vol. 1 In the two comprehensive volumes of his monumental work on the life of our Lord Jesus Christ Father Prat has left to the world an enduring masterpiece. In clearly intelligible phrase the author conveys to us the earthly career of our Lord and Saviour, building up from the sacred books and from all authentic sources the background of the scenes described and the deeds enacted. At the same time copious notes keep us in touch with every...

This is a new edition of Fr. Paul de Jaegher's classic work on the interior life. In these few simple pages we aim at expounding a conception of the spiritual life, which, of its very nature, seems well adapted to help the soul in its progress through these two stages on the road to sanctity. Founded on a fundamental dogma of the spiritual life, the dogma of sanctifying grace and of the divine indwelling, it helps us singularly to esteem and practice this precious intimacy with Christ, which...

Well-known in the French-speaking world for his devastating critiques of the decadence of thought in the West since Descartes's Cogito ergo sum, Marcel De Corte published Intelligence in Danger of Death as the final stage of his reflections in 1969. To grasp the profound mutation which man and society have undergone, Marcel De Corte offers a merciless analysis that relies on classical philosophy and insight from Christian Revelation. He outlines the genealogy of contemporary evils and indic...