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In this unusual murder mystery, the tranquility of Saint Mary's Abbey is shattered by the discovery of a gruesome crime in a cottage on the abbey grounds. A foreign artist and war hero seeking refuge from the world has been murdered. Marie Paige, the frail, sickly wife of the village doctor, lies beside him beaten into a coma. The police arrest Marie's husband, convinced that they are looking at a crime of passion. But Dr. Paige finds himself with an unlikely champion: Fr. Gabriel, a blunderi...

Jarret West, a rich teenage boy, has been accustomed to having control over others and getting his way. When his life begins to fall apart, his guardian angel Ellechial hopes now is the time for his conversion. Jarret must be freed from the deep clutches of Deth-kye, the demon bent on seeing him in hell. The fate of several others depends upon Jarret’s conversion. While Jarret gets ensnared in Deth-kye’s traps, Ellechial can provide little help since Jarret doesn’t pray, doesn’t believe, and ...

Revised and Expanded Edition In this new revised edition of his groundbreaking work, Professor J. Budziszewski questions the modern assumption that moral truths are unknowable. With clear and logical arguments he rehabilitates the natural law tradition and restores confidence in a moral code based upon human nature. What We Can't Not Know explains the rational foundation of what we all really know to be right and wrong and shows how that foundation has been kicked out from under western socie...

Introducing "St. Anthony: The Wonder Worker of Padua," the latest addition to your Catholic library! This historical biography presents the incredible story of St. Anthony - arguably one of the most popular saints in Catholic tradition. He is revered as a powerful intercessor and patron saint of lost objects, but did you know that he was also one of the greatest preachers of his time and considered to be among the finest orators in history? This book dives into St. Anthony's legendary life an...

Padre Pio: A Personal Portrait provides an intimate account of the life and works of one of the most beloved saints in the 20th century. Written five years after his passing by someone who worked with him on a daily basis, this book presents readers with a classic introduction to Padre Pio’s mysticism and miracles. Offering insight into his faith and incredibly intense prayers, Padre Pio stands as an iconic figure that inspired millions all over the world. Discover Padre Pio’s profound messag...

Saint Philomena: Powerful with God is a special book that provides insight and information on the life of an incredible saint. This extraordinary woman was known as the early Roman virgin-martyr and had her bones discovered in 1802, immediately beginning to answer prayers across a wide range of favors and miracles. Becoming one of only few saints to be raised to their position solely because of their powerful intercession, Saint Philomena continues to offer aid and comfort from Heaven to thos...

How should Christians respond to a faith in the margins? What option is available for the church when living in a nation that is cut off from its Christian roots and quickly falling into a new Dark Age? Is there a middle path, between those who call for a complete separation and rejection of the world in which we live and those who rationalize and accommodate the world to preserve comfort and privilege?In a radical new vision for the future of Christianity, New York Times bestselling author a...

Parents today are constantly looking for helpful advice to raise good Catholic children in a world that often distracts them from their faith. With over 50 years of experience, Mary Reed Newland’s book How to Raise Good Catholic Children is the perfect resource for parents who want to learn proven methods of disciplining and caring for their kids. This timeless book offers practical parenting advice informed by Mrs. Newland’s real-life experience with her seven children. Rather than relying o...

Aspiring to the heights of holiness but aware of our earthly realities, we are called to lead a life of integration between body and spirit. Angels and Saints by Dr. Hahn gives us an in-depth look into these spiritual giants from Moses to Mary, Augustine to Theresa, spanning from the first century to the last. Through this unique narrative that brings each individual story into a vivid lifelike reality, we are inspired and motivated to recognize not only our own potential for greatness, but h...

Operating on the maxim that "in the spiritual life one must either fight or die", The Spiritual Combat and a Treatise on Peace of Soul offers guidance and wisdom that can be utilized to battle vices and temptation. Published in 1589 and read daily by St. Francis de Sales, this book will not only help you actively combat your passions and vices but assists in helping you achieve spiritual perfection. Short chapters provide vivid insight into human nature while offering specific advice to help ...

Foreword by Father Chad Ripperger First published in 1921, Fr. Prummer's Handbook of Moral Theology was immediately regarded as an international classic. The author's clarity of vision, precision of expression, and humble fidelity to the traditional Catholic moral framework during a period of social upheaval and increasing doctrinal deviation made his manual the standard reference text for generations of clergy, seminarians, and laity. For those seeking answers to moral questions, the Catholi...

Peter Kreeft's book, Forty Reasons I am a Catholic, invites readers to explore the many reasons why they may feel drawn to Catholic faith. Through concise yet profound individual arguments, Kreeft presents an in-depth look at the core beliefs and principles of Catholicism - from its moral teachings to its liturgy and rituals. By focusing on the independent points that encompass a broad range of Catholic beliefs and practices, Forty Reasons I am a Catholic provides a unique journey for readers...

The Protestant Reformation began five hundred years ago, accompanied by an age of turmoil and secularism we can recognize even in our own time. Rather than shrinking from the crisis, the Catholic Church responded with even deeper, and more genuine, reform. We can do the same today. This Catholic Reformation was accomplished by many defenders of the Faith whom we now know as saints. Their holiness, courageous deeds, and sacrifices during this renewal of the Catholic Faith demonstrate the true ...

Ignatius Press is proud to bring you The Shadow of His Wings, the must-have book this season. It is an incredible true story from Father Gereon Goldmann, a young German seminarian drafted into Hitler's dreaded SS during World War II. Despite being surrounded by evil, Father Goldmann persevered without compromising his Christian ideals and values. The Shadow of His Wings details all of Father Goldmann’s harrowing experiences – family life during wartime, the trials of war and his many near-dea...

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of The Chronicles of Narnia with this magnificent one-of-a-kind collection! C. S. Lewis’ timeless classic fantasy series has been captivating readers of all ages for over sixty years, and now it can be yours to experience in its entirety. This special edition incorporates the seven books that make up the astounding adventures of Narnia—The Magician’s Nephew; The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe; The Horse and His Boy; Prince Caspian; The Voyage of the...

To be a member of the Church of Christ is no longer necessary, since, if we lead a good moral life, we are in the state of salvation, whether we belong to her or not! What a wide field does this give to the passions of men! What liberty to all the whims of the human mind! It is therefore of the utmost consequence to state and to show plainly the revealed Catholic truth that ‘there is no salvation out of the Catholic Church.’” It must be remembered that every Catholic dogma is a revealed truth...

"Mr. Grant is able to retain the scholastic edge along with the accuracy of the translation while preserving a sense of the author's style." -Fr. Chad Ripperger, PhD For the first time in history, St. Robert Bellarmine's work, De Romano Pontifice, On the Roman Pontiff, has been translated and made available in English! In this Theological treatise St. Robert Bellarmine takes on Protestant as well as Greek Orthodox objections to the Papacy in five books. In the first, he argues that Christ est...

Inside the Bible book is the perfect bible study companion for anyone curious about gaining a better understanding of God's Word. This thoughtfully designed book provides readers with an invaluable introduction to each of the 73 books of the Bible. Included with each book are carefully crafted summaries of the content, author and timeframe, theological themes, and more. Using these resources can help readers grow in knowledge and appreciation for scripture –whether visiting for an occasional ...

Two more stories of animals that encountered saints...told by the animals' points of view! Stories include: The Lion Who Lost His Appetite. Rex the Lion has it made. A bloody persecution is being raged against the Christians of Antioch, and it's Rex's job, along with his wife Leonie the Lioness, to meet'n'eat the helpless prisoners thrown into the Colosseum. Rex can hardly wait! After all, what more could a lion want than a tasty man for breakfast every morning? Sure, he misses his home in th...

Written with faith and respect, Saints Who Raised the Dead presents stories from the incredible and influential lives of Catholic saints throughout history. Immerse yourself in these miraculous accounts of the moment when death was overcome and the much-loved, faithful servants of God were brought back to life. Through unique glimpses into Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory through temporarily dead persons' eyes – as described by these saints – this book provides insight into detailed theological pe...

The spiritual journey of many is often marred by prayers that lack the substance and power our souls crave. But don’t despair — The Art of Praying brings light to this age-old problem, offering readers practical strategies for improving their experience with prayer today. Written from the perspective of an experienced teacher, these pages provide an opportunity to learn more about praying with a mature soul. As readers work through the comprehensive guide in The Art of Praying, they'll gain g...

Here's an unabashedly Catholic history that documents scores of sustained and unprecedented assaults on our Catholic Faith these past five centuries and delineates our Church's brave response to each one. For five hundred years, from Luther to Marx, through Darwin, Hitler, and Rousseau, wave after wave of cynical anti-Catholic men and movements have wrought havoc even worse than that of Attila the Hun and Genghis Khan, leaving our once noble Christendom a ruined city, devastated politically a...

If you're looking for an engaging and inspiring way to deepen your spiritual journey, The Life & Revelations of Saint Gertrude the Great is the perfect book. An acclaimed classic of Catholic literature, this volume contains the conversations that St. Gertrude had with Our Lord, in which He reveals secrets of Heaven, spiritual shortcuts and more that can help guide all of us on our spiritual paths. From gaining a greater sense of how prayer affects our lives to truly understanding how good...

The publication of this extraordinary volume firmly established Flannery O'Connor's monumental contribution to American fiction. There are thirty-one stories here in all, including twelve that do not appear in the only two story collections O'Connor put together in her short lifetime - Everything That Rises Must Converge and A Good Man Is Hard to Find. O'Connor published her first story, "The Geranium, " in 1946 while she was working on her master's degree at the University of Iowa. This Bo...

Understanding Their Power in Our Souls and the World  Meet the mighty spirits sent by God to enlighten and guide us, defend us from harm, and lead us on the path to eternal life. Learn how angels are invisibly present at every moment of your life, and how they can pray with you and for you, amplifying your praise by reflecting it directly to God face-to-face. Angels do not form a separate universe they are an integral part of our own world sent forth for the sake of our salvation. They are pu...

The Tour of the Summa is the ultimate tool to understanding Saint Thomas Aquinas and his insightful philosophical writings. This book is a complete, chapter-by-chapter restatement of St. Thomas’ work making it easy to digest and enjoy. Author Msgr. Glenn brings a lifetime of teaching and wisdom to his masterpiece, Explore the totality of St. Thomas’ thought without being overwhelmed by the size of all 5 volumes! Get an in-depth look at Aquinas’s writing style, themes and arguments with this o...