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Do you want to learn how to defend and explain the existence of God, the reliability of the Bible, the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, and scores of other truths that we Catholics believe - but you don't have a lot of time? Don't worry. Jimmy Akin has done the hard work for you. All you need is five minutes a day. In A Daily Defense, Jimmy compiles 365 challenges that Catholics often hear from skeptics and non-Catholics - about God, Jesus, Scripture, morality, Mary, and a host of do...

Are you curious about what the Early Church believed and taught? Step back in time with The Fathers Know Best: Your Essential Guide to the Teachings of the Early Church, an authoritative and comprehensive resource for exploring the doctrines that guided the earliest generations of Christian believers. Take advantage of a remarkable archive including more than 900 quotations from key individuals and texts, written during the dawn of Christian history. Trace the development of doctrine with min...

Bella Dodd ranks with Whittaker Chambers as a leading converted communist. Her testimony before investigating committees revealed the extent to which communist infiltration had taken place in America, particularly among teachers in schools and colleges. This record of her life describes how she came to be a member of the Communist Party, the reasons for her gradual disillusionment and final break with the party, and her eventual return to the Catholic Church into which she was born. Her conve...

Darwin. Dawkins. Dennett. -- This voluble triumvirate has gained oracular status for many scientists and laypersons in the contemporary world. But though the edifice of thought they have erected over and against tradition and faith has gained currency in today's nihilistic mind, it is now rapidly eroding in the serious world of ideas. But what of that heady amalgam of Science and Christianity first put together by Teilhard de Chardin, which struck the Catholic world like a whirlwind around th...

The Mass Explained to Children presents the beauty, depth, and simplicity of the traditional Latin Mass, helping to make it easily understandable for any and every child. With acute sensitivity to the purity and clarity of a child's mind and soul, Maria Montessori wisely instructs in how to prepare for Mass, explains how the altar is set up, and clarifies the meaning and use of the sacred vessels and other elements used during Mass. She describes also the role of the priest, the use and symbo...

The Oxford Revised Standard Version Compact Bible, a highly reputable and well-known edition of the Bible, is now available in a more affordable compact size. The Oxford RSV Catholic Bible features carefully chosen content to help readers dive deep into divine revelation. It includes the Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation (Dei Verbum), a section of Prayers and Devotions of the Catholic Faith and a table of Weights and Measures in the Bible - all housed in one convenient, easy-to-carry...

The New Jerusalem Bible offers the perfect combination of expertise and affordability. With its newly redesigned layout, the Standard Edition blends its authoritative translation with a user-friendly design that can be enjoyed by readers at home, church, or school. Valued for its accessibly and delicately rendered words, this edition has been hailed by the Journal of Bible Literature as “truly magnificent.” The two-column format makes reading easier than ever before without sacrificing any of...

Introducing the New Catholic Picture Bible, a holy book that offers family-friendly stories from the Old and New Testaments. Carefully constructed to be easy to understand, this book enables parents to share their faith with their children in a meaningful way. From the story of Adam and Eve to the teachings of Jesus Christ, readers will find familiar stories that have been an integral part of the Christian faith for centuries. Each narrative is supplemented with beautiful illustrations, makin...

The Ways of Mental Prayer is an essential for anyone delving into a deeper spiritual life. First published in 1907, this timeless classic on mental prayer has been highly praised and recommended by the Church, including its approbation from Pope St. Pius X himself. Divided into three parts, the book offers insightful and comprehensive explanations on various aspects of prayer – from the spiritual benefits to practical techniques of how to effectively undertake this private practice. In additi...

When one observes the theological and philosophical collapse among many members of the Church, even some of the higher levels of the Magisterium, as the result of centuries of philosophical and theological decay, one is struck by the lack of rational principles governing the reasoning process in philosophy and theology. This is nowhere more evidenced than in relation to the principle of the integral good as it governs theological discussions in key areas of morality, ecclesiology, and cosmolo...

This is the classic, fascinating and almost fabulous life of St. Antony of the Desert, the first hermit and the Father of Monasticism, all as recorded in the inimitable style of the great Doctor of the Church, St. Athanasius of Alexandria (c.297-373 A.D.).From St. Antony’s life, for example, we learn that there are swarms of devils everywhere, but that they are powerfulness to harm us if we use the Holy Name of Jesus and the sacramentals of the Church to ward them off. We also see how stalwar...

This book provides a detailed, updated exposition and defense of five of the historically most important (but in recent years largely neglected) philosophical proofs of God's existence: the Aristotelian, the Neo-Platonic, the Augustinian, the Thomistic, and the Rationalist. It also offers a thorough treatment of each of the key divine attributes--unity, simplicity, eternity, omnipotence, omniscience, perfect goodness, and so forth--showing that they must be possessed by the God whose existenc...

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...

Mary Day By Day is a profound celebration of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Catholic faith and worship. With 365 meditations for each day of the year, Rev. Charles G. Fehrenbach, C.SS.R., gives us a powerful tool to grow closer to our beloved Mother – from her apparitions to her titles and roles as Queen of Heaven and Mediatrix of All Graces. Incredibly detailed with Scripture passages, quotes from the Saints, and concluding prayers, Mary Day By Day is a perfect way to include more devotion to Ma...

Catholic Prayers For All Occasions is the perfect book for any practicing Catholic or those seeking to deepen their devotion. This comprehensive prayer book contains hundreds of carefully selected and traditional Catholic prayers for every situation, making it an invaluable resource for daily devotion. Discover your favorite traditional prayers including the rosary, Acts of Faith, Hope, and Love, as well as other time-honored devotions such as consecrations, Eucharistic Adoration prayers, mor...

“Today bring to Me all mankind, especially all sinners, and immerse them in the ocean of My mercy.” — Jesus to St. Faustina Throughout her Diary, St. Faustina speaks of Jesus' call for the conversion of souls. Through prayer and sacrifice, the Lord calls us all to strive for our own conversion, and for the conversion of the whole world. Are you looking for a way to draw your friend or family member back to faith in God? Look no further: St. Faustina Prayer Book for the Conversion of Sinners i...

10 year old Benedict has been moved from one foster home to another, and he's hated every one. When he arrives at Sunshine Ranch, he doesn't bother unpacking. What's the point? But his new foster parents and siblings are very different from what he's become used to. David and Martha Credence strive to instill love and Christian values in their family and it inspires hope in each child. Benedict is not into "religion," but Sunshine Ranch is the home he's secretly been yearning for. Still, he f...

Books 3 of Faith & Kungfu Series The world continues to press in on Gabriel Livingstone’s quiet life when fifteen-year-old Aaron Buckley enters Yeung’s Martial Arts Studio looking to learn kung-fu. Gabriel knows there’s a desperate secret behind the boy’s bruises, and secretly vows to be his guard, with the help of his friend Christian. But when Tanner Rose pressures him for strength and direction, and Faith’s continued rebellion send him and his friends to the hospital, jeopardizing Tann...

Book #1 of Faith & Kung Fu Series For Gabriel, Tanner Rose is just a superficial starlet, addicted to Hollywood. For Tanner, Gabriel is just a boring, kung fu-loving, Christian boy, who's living a lackluster life in the middle of no-where. So, what happens when she's forced to live in his world? It doesn't take long before Tanner Rose craves a taste of her old life, even if it means upsetting a few people along the way. She thrives in the spotlight, after-all! Will Gabriel's faith encoura...

Perfectly timed for the Christmas season, Joy to the World brings an understanding of the importance of this special time of year that has not be seen before. Written by New York Times bestselling author Scott Hahn and illustrated by #1 New York Times Best Selling illustrator Timeless Jones, this awe-inspiring look into the real story behind Christmas is one you'll never forget. Hahn delves into Scripture and early Church teachings, helping us understand why this season has been celebrated si...

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...

Recognized by religious scholars and readers alike, Poems Every Catholic Should Know is an essential anthology for anyone desiring to explore the finest Christian verse of the second millennium. This uplifting collection brings together some of the most beloved works written by faithful followers of Christ. From High Middle Ages figures like Hildegard of Bingen, Francis of Assisi, Dante and Chaucer to sixteenth-century missionaries like Teresa Of Ávila, John Of The Cross and John Donne, this ...

For the first time ever, the story of Pope Benedict XVI’s historic resignation is being chronicled in his own words - with Last Testament: In His Own Words. This one-of-a-kind book provides a unique insight into the thoughts and experiences of one of the most influential religious leaders of our time. Drawing from an unprecedented series of interviews with Peter Seewald, Pope Benedict speaks candidly about his life before and during his papacy and gives an intimate look at topics such as corr...

Is truth knowable? If we know the truth, must we hide it in the name of tolerance? Cardinal Ratzinger engages the problem of truth, tolerance, religion and culture in the modern world. Describing the vast array of world religions, Ratzinger embraces the difficult challenge of meeting diverse understandings of spiritual truth while defending the Catholic teaching of salvation through Jesus Christ. "But what if it is true?" is the question that he poses to cultures that decry the Christian posi...

For decades, Christians have felt voiceless in the critical debate over evolution. Until now. Finally, ordinary Christians have the opportunity and the resources to defeat the false claims of Darwinism. With all of the complicated scientific debate swirling around the topic of evolution, Christians need an easy way to understand the basic issues without oversimplifying. Phillip Johnson has the answer: the key to defeating the false claims of Darwinism is to open our minds to good thinking hab...

Do you find yourself struggling to explain the Catholic faith when you're faced with tough questions? If so, look no further than The Essential Catholic Survival Guide from Catholic Answers. This comprehensive book has been created to provide clear, concise answers to seventy of the most commonly asked questions about Catholicism. Having a solid grasp on these topics can be invaluable in any number of situations – whether it’s responding to doubts or challenges at work or in social settings, ...

How to Transform Work Into a Source of Strength, Holiness, and Joy  Sanctify Your Daily Life offers a unique and revolutionary approach to transforming your workplace into a source of strength, holiness, and joy. Written by Stefan Cardinal Wyszynski -- the teacher of St. John Paul II -- this book is sure to help you develop an attitude of holiness regardless of the type of work you do. It's a powerful tool for helping individuals find purpose and meaning in their daily tasks. Using principles...

Making Peace with Difficult People  Generous helpings of humor and abundant practical advice make this Christian spirituality book a useful tool for dealing with difficult relationships. Old enemies, unreasonable employers, petty neighbors, wayward children, or an inattentive spouse can sabotage even the most devout Christian and lead to unhealthy emotions and destructive behavior. Laying out the components of the P-E-A-C-E process, this handbook presents strategies for understanding the caus...

How to Master Your Emotions and Bring Peace to Your Life When St. Jane Francis de Chantal encouraged St. Francis de Sales to be a bit angrier over the opposition they were facing in starting their religious order, he replied, "Would you have me lose in a quarter hour what has taken me twenty years' hard work to acquire? St. Francis de Sales had quite a temper when he was young. But over time he learned to convert his angry feelings into virtuous action. He knew that anger never leads to happi...

Adoration is love, and eucharistic adoration is love of Christ present in the Blessed Sacrament. In the Gospels there are few people who understand love for Jesus as well as Mary Magdalene, which is the reason she is a prophetess of eucharistic love. This work is an extended meditation on the life of Saint Mary Magdalene, known as the "Apostle to the Apostles" because the Risen Christ appeared to her first and then sent her to announce the Resurrection to the apostles. Based on the biblical t...

How do I handle difficult family members? What do I do if I can't control my emotions? When do I correct others, and when do I hold my tongue? Too often we are late in realizing that we mishandled a situation, causing both resentment and frustration. But what if you could approach every situation with the mind of Christ? Distilled from his decades of experience as a clinical psychologist and a practicing Catholic, Dr. Ray Guarendi, popular radio and TV host, offers here dozens of bite-sized r...

The quest for perfection isn't easy and requires patience; however, there is an easier path which can lead to holiness and serenity. In "Uniformity with God's Will," St. Alphonsus Ligouri shares practical advice on how to conform our will to the divine, emphasizing just how important it is to remember that God is glorified by our resignation to His will even more than with our acts. Let this little book be your guide as it explains how you can gain peace of mind from accepting what He wills f...

In wise and consoling letters written to a mother sorrowing over the death of her child, Fr. Francois Ren Blot, S.J., summons the Church's greatest saints who testify with one voice that death's wound, though grievous, separates us but a short while from those who have died before us. Acknowledging that profound sorrow at the death of a loved one is appropriate, Fr. Blot nonetheless gives us reasons to be joyful even in the midst of our sorrow: not only will we be reunited with our loved ones...

A Catechetical Guide to Death, Judgment, Heaven, and Hell  Few things in this earthly life are absolutely certain, but the most undebatable of these is death. Every person, even the atheist, will admit that death is certain. Death, however, is not the last event in this life of ours. Immediately after death, we shall be judged and then again on the Day of Judgment when all humanity will know us for what we are. Too often the reality of Heaven and salvation are highlighted at the expense of th...

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...

Over fifty years ago, Msgr. Romano Guardini resolved to help his parishioners overcome the distractions and restlessness they suffered at Mass. Just before Mass each Sunday, he gave a brief talk on some aspect of the Mass, teaching them week by week, topic by topic, how to pre-pare themselves to participate more prayerfully. Afterward, he provided a few minutes of silence for reflection, and then began to offer Mass. So helpful were these 32 talks that they were soon published and have since ...

God's Solution to a Civilization in Crisis  "How can we save civilization?" It's becoming a common question. As the world descends into chaos, Christians are thinking deeply about how to stem the tide. Many options have been presented to overcome Christian persecution and cultural decadence, but the The Marian Option is one that is already in motion...and has been for centuries. Dr. Carrie Gress provides a thoroughly researched account of the significant cultural and military events where Mar...

A Mythbusting Apologist Sets the Record Straight  Tired of being stumped when false claims are made about the Catholic Church? Want to be armed with knowledge that puts these mistruths to rest? In these pages, veteran apologist Gerard Verschuuren provides thorough yet concise answers to forty of the most common and absurd lies about the Catholic Church. With precision and charity, you'll soon be able to defend the Church when you're told that Catholics . . . Still lives in the Dark Ages Reje...

How to Make the Case for God with Logic and Charity  Today's New Atheists don't just deny God's existence (as the old atheists did) - they consider it their duty to scorn and ridicule religious belief. We don't need new answers for this aggressive modern strain of unbelief: We need a new approach. In Answering Atheism, Trent Horn responds with a fresh and useful resource for the God debate, based on reason, common sense, and more importantly, a charitable approach that respects atheists' sinc...

St. Ignatius Loyola, founder of the Jesuits, is one of the most influential spiritual leaders of all time, yet many readers find his Rules for Discernment hard to understand. What can Ignatius teach us about the discernment of spirits that lies at the very heart of Christian life? In The Discernment of Spirits, Fr. Timothy Gallagher, a talented teacher, retreat leader, and scholar, helps us understand the Rules and how their insights are essential for our spiritual growth today. By integratin...

There have been thousands of books written about prayer and millions of sermons preached about it, yet people continue to wonder: Why doesn’t God answer me when I cry out to him? In light of all the problems we face in life, we want to know why God is often so “silent” when we pray to him. Anthony DeStefano, author of the bestsellingA Travel Guide to Heaven, knew there had to be an answer to this mystery, so he set out on a quest to find prayers that God says yes to all the time. The result i...