Ernest, Br CSC
Brother Ernest was born John Dominic Ryan on August 4, 1897, in Elyria, Ohio. In 1918, he entered the Congregation of Holy Cross of Notre Dame and took his vows in 1923. He received his bachelor's degree from the University of Notre Dame in 1925, a degree in library science from Catholic University of America, and a master's degree from the University of Portland. Brother Ernest taught in Evansville, Indiana; New Orleans; Indianapolis; Portland, Oregon; and at Notre Dame. The Dujarie Press of Notre Dame was his creation. He founded it in 1943, but even before then he was an author. His first book is Our Brothers, from 1931, but in his thirty-year career, Brother Ernest wrote scores of books, most of them biographies of saints for young readers.
Brother Ernest, C.S.C. (Congregatio a Sancta Cruce) died on March 4, 1963, in Notre Dame and was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery in the same place.
Story of St Simon Stock
Story of St Simon Stock
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Simon was born in Kent, England in 1161. One of the greatest things that ever happened to him was whent he Blessed Mother appeared to him as the Lady of Carmel and gave him the devotion we now know as the Brown Scapular. He led a very interesting life including how he got the name Simon "Stock".
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by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Simon was born in Kent, England in 1161. One of the greatest things that ever happened to him was whent he Blessed Mother appeared to him as the Lady of Carmel and gave him the devotion we now know as the Brown Scapular. He led a very interesting life including how he got the name Simon "Stock".
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Stairway To The Stars
Stairway To The Stars
A Story of Saint Germaine Cousin
by Brother Roberto, C.S.C.
This young girl of about 22 years had a earthly life of pain and suffering but instead of being bitter or resentful, she helped children come to know and love Our Lord.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Germaine Cousin
by Brother Roberto, C.S.C.
This young girl of about 22 years had a earthly life of pain and suffering but instead of being bitter or resentful, she helped children come to know and love Our Lord.
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A Story of Saint Germaine Cousin
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Story of St Charles
A Story of St Charles
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Saint Charles Borromeo, born in 1538, was a great figure of the Counter-Reformation. Reading this story of Saint Charles can help see that we are called to be holy and to spend every moment we can for God!
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by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Saint Charles Borromeo, born in 1538, was a great figure of the Counter-Reformation. Reading this story of Saint Charles can help see that we are called to be holy and to spend every moment we can for God!
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Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
Search For A Shepherd
Search For A Shepherd
A Story of Father Paul of Graymoor
by Brother Roberto, CSC
Fr. Paul was a convert from the Anglican Church. He founded the Society of the Atonement and established a wonderful devotion known as the Church Unity Octave.
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A Story of Father Paul of Graymoor
by Brother Roberto, CSC
Fr. Paul was a convert from the Anglican Church. He founded the Society of the Atonement and established a wonderful devotion known as the Church Unity Octave.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Father Paul of Graymoor
Fold It Gently
Fold It Gently
A story of Father Abram J. Ryan
by Brother Bernard Donahoe, C.S.C.
Fr. Abram Ryan is an American-born Catholic hero. As a young priest during the Civil War, he risked his life to administer the Sacraments to dying soldiers from both the North and the South.
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A story of Father Abram J. Ryan
by Brother Bernard Donahoe, C.S.C.
Fr. Abram Ryan is an American-born Catholic hero. As a young priest during the Civil War, he risked his life to administer the Sacraments to dying soldiers from both the North and the South.
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A story of Father Abram J. Ryan
Wandering Minstrel
Wandering Minstrel
A Story of Antonin Dvorak
by Brother Roy Nash, C.S.C.
Dvorak loved God, but his faith was tested when two of his children died. During this sorrowful time he wrote a lovely "Stabat Mater" in honor of the Virgin Mary, the Queen of Sorrows. This composer wrote many symphonies including "From the New World" which is still played by orchestras around the world.
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A Story of Antonin Dvorak
by Brother Roy Nash, C.S.C.
Dvorak loved God, but his faith was tested when two of his children died. During this sorrowful time he wrote a lovely "Stabat Mater" in honor of the Virgin Mary, the Queen of Sorrows. This composer wrote many symphonies including "From the New World" which is still played by orchestras around the world.
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A Story of Antonin Dvorak
The Magic Brush
The Magic Brush
The Story of Giotto
by Brother Marco Daly, C.S.C.
Giotto Bondone was born around 1266 in Italy. Young Giotto loved to draw pictures, and his parents fostered his talent by allowing him to study with a famous artist in Florence. Soon, Giotto became a master painter, and he was asked to paint beautiful pictures in many churches. Everyone, including the Pope, loved his paintings. At one point in this story, when he was praised by King Robert of Naples, Giotto said, “The gifts I have were only loaned to me by the good Lord that I might better serve Him and His Church.” Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of the great artist Giotto, who humbly used his talents for the greater glory of God and the Church.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 92 pages
The Story of Giotto
by Brother Marco Daly, C.S.C.
Giotto Bondone was born around 1266 in Italy. Young Giotto loved to draw pictures, and his parents fostered his talent by allowing him to study with a famous artist in Florence. Soon, Giotto became a master painter, and he was asked to paint beautiful pictures in many churches. Everyone, including the Pope, loved his paintings. At one point in this story, when he was praised by King Robert of Naples, Giotto said, “The gifts I have were only loaned to me by the good Lord that I might better serve Him and His Church.” Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of the great artist Giotto, who humbly used his talents for the greater glory of God and the Church.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 92 pages
The Story of Giotto
David
David
A Story of the King of Israel
by Brother Evan Schmid, C.S.C.
This young shepherd was annointed by Samuel to be the successor to King Saul. He is well known for killing Goliath using a sling and a stone. As king he tried his best to please God, however, he fell into sin. After acknowledging his sinfulness he repented and loved God with all his heart.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of the King of Israel
by Brother Evan Schmid, C.S.C.
This young shepherd was annointed by Samuel to be the successor to King Saul. He is well known for killing Goliath using a sling and a stone. As king he tried his best to please God, however, he fell into sin. After acknowledging his sinfulness he repented and loved God with all his heart.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of the King of Israel
Story of St Isaac Jogues
Story of St Isaac Jogues
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Born in France in 1607, Isaac Jogues joined the Jesuits at the age of 17 and felt called to become a missionary. He was sent to Canada to work with the Huron Indians. One day he was captured by some Iroquois warrios and was tortured. He finally escaped and made his way back to France. He soon returned to Canada but again was tortured and became a martyr for the Faith. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in St Isaac's footsteps as he showed great courage as he helped others to learn about God
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Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Born in France in 1607, Isaac Jogues joined the Jesuits at the age of 17 and felt called to become a missionary. He was sent to Canada to work with the Huron Indians. One day he was captured by some Iroquois warrios and was tortured. He finally escaped and made his way back to France. He soon returned to Canada but again was tortured and became a martyr for the Faith. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in St Isaac's footsteps as he showed great courage as he helped others to learn about God
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Story of Millet
Story of Millet
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Millet was born in 1814 in Gruchy, France. He was a peasant boy who spent much time int he fields working on the family farm. His grandmother was the first to recognize his artistic talent and with the help of their parish priest Millet was sent ot study painting in Paris. His struggles were many! Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Millet who perservered despite hardship and used his talents to bring glory to God.
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Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Millet was born in 1814 in Gruchy, France. He was a peasant boy who spent much time int he fields working on the family farm. His grandmother was the first to recognize his artistic talent and with the help of their parish priest Millet was sent ot study painting in Paris. His struggles were many! Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Millet who perservered despite hardship and used his talents to bring glory to God.
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Saint on Horseback
Saint on Horseback
A Story of Saint Louis IX King of France
by Brother Louis Gazagne, C.S.C.
Born in 1214, the life of this saint is an example of an extraordinary life of a king. He spent his life helping his sunjects especially the poor and needy. Through his mother's teaching and guidence, he grew to be a great leader.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 90 pages
A Story of Saint Louis IX King of France
by Brother Louis Gazagne, C.S.C.
Born in 1214, the life of this saint is an example of an extraordinary life of a king. He spent his life helping his sunjects especially the poor and needy. Through his mother's teaching and guidence, he grew to be a great leader.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 90 pages
A Story of Saint Louis IX King of France
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Our Lady Comes To Paris
Our Lady Comes To Paris
A Story of Saint Catherine Laboure and the Miraculous Medal
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Born in 1806, Catherine was one of 11 children in the Laboure family. Her mother died when she was just 9 years old, and from then on she said that the Blessed Mother was to be her mother. Through this Mother, Catherine would recieve a besutiful gift that we can still benefit from to this day the Miraculous Medal.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Catherine Laboure and the Miraculous Medal
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Born in 1806, Catherine was one of 11 children in the Laboure family. Her mother died when she was just 9 years old, and from then on she said that the Blessed Mother was to be her mother. Through this Mother, Catherine would recieve a besutiful gift that we can still benefit from to this day the Miraculous Medal.
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A Story of Saint Catherine Laboure and the Miraculous Medal
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Story of St Sebastian
A Story of St Sebastian
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Saint Sebastian of Rome was martyred for his faith. As a soldier he performed his duties with Christian integrity and became a bodygaurd of the Roman Emperor. When he was accused of being a Christian, he bravely faced martyrdom not once, but twice! Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Sebastian, who carried out his duties with integrity and aided Christians in distress.
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by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Saint Sebastian of Rome was martyred for his faith. As a soldier he performed his duties with Christian integrity and became a bodygaurd of the Roman Emperor. When he was accused of being a Christian, he bravely faced martyrdom not once, but twice! Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Sebastian, who carried out his duties with integrity and aided Christians in distress.
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Proudly We Hail
Proudly We Hail
A Story of St Francis de Sales
by Brother Flavius, C.S.C.
In 1567, Francis was born in Savoy, France. Even at his baptism, people in attendance could sense that there was something special about this child of God. During his college years, Francis experienced a deep despair. Remembering that the Blessed Virgin is the comfort of despairing sinners, he turned to her for help. Afterward, he experienced a deep peace and his despair was gone. Francis lived a life of simplicity and kindness that helped bring others closer to God. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Francis de Sales, who called on the Blessed Virgin Mary in his hour of need and whose kindness helped others experience God’s peace.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 88 pages
A Story of St Francis de Sales
by Brother Flavius, C.S.C.
In 1567, Francis was born in Savoy, France. Even at his baptism, people in attendance could sense that there was something special about this child of God. During his college years, Francis experienced a deep despair. Remembering that the Blessed Virgin is the comfort of despairing sinners, he turned to her for help. Afterward, he experienced a deep peace and his despair was gone. Francis lived a life of simplicity and kindness that helped bring others closer to God. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Francis de Sales, who called on the Blessed Virgin Mary in his hour of need and whose kindness helped others experience God’s peace.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 88 pages
A Story of St Francis de Sales
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Our Lady Comes To New Orleans
Our Lady Comes To New Orleans
by Brother Roberto, CSC
In 1810, Mother Mary St. Michel came from France to the Ursuline Sisters in New Orleans, Louisiana, bringing with her a statue of Our Lady of Prompt Succor. Later, when a fire was raging in the city, one of the Sisters asked Our Lady of Prompt Succor for her intercession. Immediately, the wind changed direction and the convent was saved! ! In 1815, before the Battle of New Orleans, the Sisters prayed all night. After an amazing victory the next day, General Andrew Jackson said, "The unerring hand of Providence shielded my men!"
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
by Brother Roberto, CSC
In 1810, Mother Mary St. Michel came from France to the Ursuline Sisters in New Orleans, Louisiana, bringing with her a statue of Our Lady of Prompt Succor. Later, when a fire was raging in the city, one of the Sisters asked Our Lady of Prompt Succor for her intercession. Immediately, the wind changed direction and the convent was saved! ! In 1815, before the Battle of New Orleans, the Sisters prayed all night. After an amazing victory the next day, General Andrew Jackson said, "The unerring hand of Providence shielded my men!"
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
Our Lady Comes To Pontmain
Our Lady Comes To Pontmain
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
On January 17,1871, during the final weeks of the Franco-Prussian War, the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared in the night sky outside the village of Pontmain, France. Only the children were able to see Mary; the adults could only tell that there were unusual stars in the night sky.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 90 pages
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
On January 17,1871, during the final weeks of the Franco-Prussian War, the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared in the night sky outside the village of Pontmain, France. Only the children were able to see Mary; the adults could only tell that there were unusual stars in the night sky.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 90 pages
Our Lady's Portrait Painter
Our Lady's Portrait Painter
A Story of Raphael
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Raphael Santi was born in 1483 in Italy. His father, a well respected artist, encouraged young Raphael to develop his artistic talent. After he was orphaned at the age of 11, Raphael studied with other artists and painted many portraits of his favourite subject, the Blessed Virgin Mary. In 1508, Pope Julius asked Raphael to work for him. In Rome, Raphael became known not only for his artistic masterpieces but also for his hard work, his humility, and his charity toward struggling young artists.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 94 pages
A Story of Raphael
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Raphael Santi was born in 1483 in Italy. His father, a well respected artist, encouraged young Raphael to develop his artistic talent. After he was orphaned at the age of 11, Raphael studied with other artists and painted many portraits of his favourite subject, the Blessed Virgin Mary. In 1508, Pope Julius asked Raphael to work for him. In Rome, Raphael became known not only for his artistic masterpieces but also for his hard work, his humility, and his charity toward struggling young artists.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 94 pages
A Story of Raphael
Queen of the Poor
Queen of the Poor
A Story of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary
by Brother Marco Daly, C.S.C.
Born in 1207, Princess Elizabeth was compassionate to all and followed the Corpral Works of Mercy her whole life. From feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, sheltering the homeless, visiting the sick and buring the dead she was loved by those that needed her help the most.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary
by Brother Marco Daly, C.S.C.
Born in 1207, Princess Elizabeth was compassionate to all and followed the Corpral Works of Mercy her whole life. From feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, sheltering the homeless, visiting the sick and buring the dead she was loved by those that needed her help the most.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary
Stepping Stones To Heaven
Stepping Stones To Heaven
A Story of Saint Gaspar del Bufalo
by Brother Flavius, C.S.C.
Gaspar was born in Rome on January 6, 1786. When he was a young priest he was put in prison for refusing to take an oath of allegiance to Napoleon. He learned to deal with his feelings of anger by thinking about the sufferings of Jesus. He saw his trials in life as Stepping Stones to Heaven.
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A Story of Saint Gaspar del Bufalo
by Brother Flavius, C.S.C.
Gaspar was born in Rome on January 6, 1786. When he was a young priest he was put in prison for refusing to take an oath of allegiance to Napoleon. He learned to deal with his feelings of anger by thinking about the sufferings of Jesus. He saw his trials in life as Stepping Stones to Heaven.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Gaspar del Bufalo
The Boy from Cheapside
The Boy from Cheapside
A Story of Saint Thomas of Canterbury
by Brother Marco Daly, C.S.C.
Thomas Beckett was born around 1118 in London. His parents were middle class merchants who sent him to a good school taught by monks. There he began learning not only his lessons, but also how to control his quick temper. His hard work helped him to become one of the most powerful men in England-the Chancellor to King Henry II. Later, when the ambitious king appointed Thomas to be the Archbishop of Canterbury, Thomas knew that he would be forced to choose between serving God or king.
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Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Thomas of Canterbury
by Brother Marco Daly, C.S.C.
Thomas Beckett was born around 1118 in London. His parents were middle class merchants who sent him to a good school taught by monks. There he began learning not only his lessons, but also how to control his quick temper. His hard work helped him to become one of the most powerful men in England-the Chancellor to King Henry II. Later, when the ambitious king appointed Thomas to be the Archbishop of Canterbury, Thomas knew that he would be forced to choose between serving God or king.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Thomas of Canterbury