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The Great Encyclicals
Volume Two: The Spiritual Letters
by Pope Leo XIII
Compiled and Introduced by Leo L. Clarke

The reign of Pope Leo XIII is the fourth-longest of any papacy in the two-thousand-year history of the Catholic Church. Over the course of a full quarter-century, Leo XIII courageously engaged with the modern world, asserting the Church’s authority and wisdom in the face of unprecedented challenges and confusion. He was also a prolific author, issuing a total of eighty-six encyclical letters on matters both spiritual and social. Compiled and engagingly introduced by Leo L. Clarke, The Great Encyclicals of Pope Leo XIII comprises—across two volumes—thirty-one of those letters, to present the vibrant and courageous insights of this great shepherd to an age with a pronounced need of hearing and heeding his message.

Volume Two: The Spiritual Letters contains seventeen of Leo XIII’s encyclicals dedi­cated to strengthening the Church in faith and in practice, including the out­standing Aeterni patris (on the restoration of Christian philosophy), Arcanum divinae (on Christian marriage), and Providentissimus Deus (on the study of Holy Scripture), and crowned with select letters on the Holy Rosary.

Contents

• Aeterni Patris - On the Restoration of Christian Philosophy (1879)
• Arcanum Divinae - On Christian Marriage (1880)
• Exeunte Iam Anno - On the Right Ordering of Christian Life (1888)
• Quamquam Pluries - On Devotion to Saint Joseph (1889)
• Providentissimus Deus - On the Study of Holy Scripture (1893)
• Satis Cognitum - On the Unity of the Church (1896)
• Divinum Illud Munus - On the Holy Spirit (1897)
• Annum Sacrum - On the Consecration to the Sacred Heart (1899)
• Tametsi Futura Prospicientibus - On Jesus Christ the Redeemer (1900)
• Mirae Caritatis - On the Holy Eucharist (1902)
• Supremi Apostolatus Officio - On Devotion of the Rosary (1883)
• Octobri Mense - On the Rosary (1891)
• Magnae Dei Matris - On the Rosary (1892)
• Laetitiae Sanctae - On the Commendation of Devotion to the Rosary (1893)
• Iucunda Semper Expectatione - On the Rosary (1894)
• Adiutricem - On the Rosary (1895)
• Fidentem Piumque Animum - On the Rosary (1896)

Paperback, size 9" x 6", 300 pages

The Canons and Decrees of the Council of Trent
Translated and Introduced by Rev. H. J. Schroeder

This Council of Trent (1545-1563) spanned the pontificates of five popes and shone as a beacon to all the world, condemning errors of the Protestant Reformation and making pronouncements on a vast number of Church doctrines and disciplines.

In this volume of The Canons and Decrees of the Council of Trent, originally published in 1941, Fr. H. J. Schroeder, O.P.,  provides an exact translation of the texts promulgated by the council and elucidates its momentous accomplishments. Readers will find the text of the documents as here presented refreshingly clear and definitive, as characteristic of the Church's official pronouncements. Covered within are the official decrees on such elements of Catholic doctrine as:

• Transubstantiation of the Eucharist
• The nature of the Mass
• Penance
• Extreme Unction
• Matrimony as a sacrament
• Holy Orders
• Original Sin
• Veneration of saints, Relics, and Our Lady
• And far more!

Footnotes with Scriptural references are provided throughout the text, as well as internal cross-references between different parts of the council's decrees. Lovers of Church history, the development of doctrine, and Catholic truth will not want to miss this magnificent translation of one of the greatest of the 21 ecumenical councils of the Catholic Church.

Paperback, size 8.5" x 5.5", 298 pages

Christian Warfare
Deluxe Edition

A Deluxe Prayerbook. Larger size; larger print for people with not so good vision; ribbons; more prayers than pocket edition plus: Epistles and Gospels for every Sunday of the year & some feast days.

Modelled after the French Livre Bleu (Blue Book), this book is designed to assist with the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. It is also a compendium of prayers, hymns, devotions and doctrine necessary in today's crisis.

Includes:

• Daily Prayers and Indulgences,
• Devotions to:
  • the Holy Eucharist,
  • the Passion of Our Lord,
  • the Sacred Heart,
  • the Holy Name of Jesus,
  • the Blessed Virgin Mary,
  • St. Joseph,
  • the Holy Angels,
  • for the Souls in Purgatory,
• Confession,
• Apostolate to the Sick and Dying,
• the Monthly Retreat,
• short family catechism,
• hymns and Chants,
• Third Order of the Society of St. Pius X.

Also available in a smaller pocket size book. 

Hardcover, size 8.5" x 5.6", 506 pages, 2 ribbons

St Charbel Makhlouf
One of the Greatest Saints of Our Time
by Anonymous

St. Charbel (1828 - 98), a Maronite Rite Catholic religious, priest and hermit of Bekaa-Kafra, Lebanon, is considered by many to be the masculine counterpart of the Little Flower of Lisieux and one of the greatest saints of our times. He led a hidden life of profound virtue, humble labour and ardent fervour for the Holy Eucharist.

He left home at the age of twenty-three to follow the examples of two uncles by entering the monastic life of the Lebanese Maronite Order (a religious order within the Catholic Maronite Rite that includes most Catholics in Lebanon). He was profoundly devoted to the Holy Rosary and to the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, which he said daily at 11:00AM. Why so late? Because he knelt before the Blessed Sacrament from midnight the night before (yes, eleven hours!) to prepare for Mass!

His obedience was absolutely perfect, going even so far as to obey the lay labourers at the monastery. His fasting and penances were severe. He separated himself from the world entirely, from his first entrance to the novitiate. His only contact with the outside world was at the request of his superiors, orders which he followed without question. His entire life, without the slightest exception, was completely supernatural. The stories of his heroic virtues, told by many who knew him, are fascinating enough especially since they take place in a land that Catholics are not much accustomed to thinking of as Catholic - Lebanon. It is even more interesting as he was a miracle worker in life and in death - the miracles were practically non - stop.

Fr. Charbel suffered a stroke on December 16, 1898, during the Offertory of the Liturgy...the high point of his day - his entire life was an offertory. He was reciting the prayer of the Holy Liturgy of the Maronite Rite: "Father of Truth, behold Your Son, a sacrifice pleasing to You. Accept this offering of Him who died for me..." As he fell to the floor, he kept his hands safely clasped around the Holy Eucharist. His companion, Fr. Makarios Al-Mishmeshani the Hermit, and some other monks helped him to his cell, where he continued to repeat that prayer until his death on Christmas Eve, 1898.

From April 22-August 14, 1950, exactly 350 miracles were recorded at his tomb...20 of the cured were Moslems. MANY, MANY more were recorded as his body remained perfectly intact (supple skin, flexible joints, no odour) for over 75 years after his death and exuded a miraculous liquid that healed a great number of crippled and sick people and converted many others, including Moslems to the True Faith. His casket rotted, he did not. The author of the book warns that the miraculous events surrounding the Saint's life are so great, that it is easy to lose sight of the essential - his holiness.

The Sacred Scriptures tell us that war is a punishment for sin. Consequently, sanctity is the ultimate solution to war. While the Middle East and specifically St. Charbel's beloved Lebanon has recently been torn asunder, let us all invoke him as we earnestly pray for peace and the conversion of non-believers...intentions dear to the heart of St. Charbel.

Paperback, size 5" x 3", 96 pages

How to Pray Well
by Very Rev. William Gier, S.V.D.

The conversations we share with those we love often become the highlight of our day — yet we sometimes forget that prayer is simply conversation with God. Prayer is every soul's means to directly glorify God, express gratitude, and seek His guidance — anytime, anywhere. Unlike self-help books that promise shortcuts to life improvement, this manual provides genuine tools for deepening our prayer life and cultivating a more intimate relationship with God. The more time we spend in God's presence, the clearer our lives become and the more naturally we discover steps toward improvement. This transformation happens simply by praying more consistently, even through brief daily prayers.

This accessible guide offers the first steps toward making your prayers meaningful, fervent, and effective. If you want to begin improving your prayer life with God, this book provides an excellent and straightforward way to start.

What you'll discover in this manual on the power of praying well:

• The Prayer of Meditation - How to meditate with guidance
• The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass Understanding its significance
• Mass Prayers and Holy Communion - Complete explanations
• Making Good Intentions - Practical ways to focus your spiritual purpose
• Daily Examination of Conscience - Guidelines for honest self-reflection
• Walking in God's Presence - Living with spiritual awareness
• Oral Prayer Guidance - Practical hints for spoken prayer
• The Our Father - Deep exploration of Christ's perfect prayer
• Christ's Priestly Prayers - Understanding Jesus as High Priest
• The Holy Rosary - Traditional Marian devotion
• The Divine Office - Liturgical prayer throughout the day
• Eucharistic Adoration - Fifteen-minute visits with Jesus
• The Way of the Cross - Meditative journey with Christ's passion
• Weekly Confession - Regular spiritual cleansing
• Spiritual Exercises - Understanding their ultimate purpose
• Indulgences - How to gain them and collections of indulgenced prayers
• Sacred Heart Devotions - Forms of consecration
• Monthly Spiritual Renewal - Growth and preparation for eternal life
• First Saturday Devotion - Special Marian observance

Sewn Hardback with black ribbon, size 6.25" x 4.4", 490 pages

Daily Bible Reading With the Church
by Benedict R. Avery, O.S.B.

The life of every Christian soul on it’s pilgrimage through this vale of tears must be fed primarily on two foods. The origin of these two foods is the two trees in the Eden of our first parents, of which trees one was allowed to their use and one was forbidden. The Tree of Life was intended to feed the life that God had breathed into Adam and Eve. We now have a replacement for the food of that tree. That food is God Himself as the Bread of Life in the Eucharist.  Adam’s disobedience regarding the command not to eat of the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil was the cause of mankind’s fall from grace. Now that man knows of evil, God has given us something to teach us to distinguish the evil from the good. Of this tree we also have a new bread to eat, as Jesus himself told us, “Not by bread alone (temporal bread) doth man live, but by every word that proceedeth from the mouth of God.” The word of God is two things, scripture and Jesus—especially in the Eucharist. These two foods are essential to us to sustain our life of grace that will, hopefully, lead us to eternal life.

Daily reading in the scriptures is the best way for a Christian to partake of this bread that God has given us. On Palm Sunday, 1978, Brother Francis gave us this daily schedule. Some have followed it ever since, and can testify to the sweetness and depth that this practice can bring to one’s spiritual life.

Douay Rheims version of the English bible as the very best translation available from which to read scripture. It corresponds more accurately to the original Vulgate than any of the more recent translations and the language is most beautiful.

Booklet, size 8.5" x 5.25", 40 pages

Therese de Lisieux Comic Book
Loving is Giving Everything Away
by Francesco Rizzato

In this colorful and vibrant graphic novel, St. Thérèse of Lisieux reveals to children the story of her soul and her secret to holiness: “To love is to give everything and to give yourself.” Children will come to understand that the “Little Way” of St. Thérèse consists of trust, love, and generosity, and they will learn how to abandon themselves in the arms of Jesus like the Little Flower.

Never before has the life and spirituality of St. Thérèse of Lisieux been presented in such a beautiful and engaging way for young readers.

With this book, children will come to know St. Thérèse, her goodness, her peace in times of trial, her devotion to Our Lady, and her intense love for the Holy Eucharist.

Hardcover, size 11" x 8.5", 48 pages

The Antichrist
The Final Campaign Against the Saviour
by Fr. Vincent Miceli S.J.

Fiction and nonfiction books and movies speculate about end-of-the-world scenarios, proposing a rogue's gallery of corrupt leaders and a host of chilling, apocalyptic theories. Disillusioned by the crippled state of our Church and our world, people are increasingly placing faith in prophecies that claim to know details and dates about upcoming chastisements.

Will the “final confrontation” include unprecedented bloodshed or the subtle trickery of seduction (or both)? Have the current intellectual, political, and sexual “liberation” movements — including within the Church — created the platform required for the Antichrist to emerge?

In an age of diabolical disorientation, this captivating book provides much-needed clarity on relevant biblical prophecies — from Old Testament times to St. Paul and Revelation — and writings of early Church Fathers and Doctors of the Church, including Sts. Augustine, Gregory the Great, Jerome, and Thomas Aquinas.

This prescient book will enlighten you on whether there is more than one Antichrist, the types of leaders and societies that Cardinal Newman believed would be forerunners of the Antichrist, and how long the Antichrist will reign. You will also explore the Church's teaching on millenarianism and the prospect that the reign of the Antichrist is drawing closer.

A valuable and timely resource, this book will aid you in understanding views on the Antichrist through history and how they are linked to predictions about the end of the world, the Second Coming of Christ, the role of false prophets, and the devices the evil one uses to cultivate apostasy. You will also discover:

• What the persecution of the Antichrist will entail and events foretelling his coming
• How to avoid being deceived by the Antichrist
• Our Lady's role in the End Times
• The significance of sacrilege, idolatry, and the “abomination of desolation”
• The consequences of attacks on the Holy Eucharist, the Sacred Liturgy, and the Blessed Mother
• The correlation (if any) between Rome and the Antichrist
• How contemporary heresies, occultism, and immorality plant the seeds for evil

This book will empower and encourage you to hold fast to your beliefs, bear witness to the truth, and defend against false teachings that subvert the fortitude of the faithful.

Paperback, size 8.5" x 5.5", 432 pages

The Crusader on Vacation
Nine Weeks of Vacation Readings For Children of the Eucharistic Crusade
by Anonymous

This beautifully illustrated book is aimed at members of this Eucharistic Crusade while they are on summer vacation, a time when the progress made in the spirit of the Crusade during the school year can be all too easily lost. For every week of vacation, there is a specific focus – sometimes the four elements of the Crusade motto, sometimes other more general topics like the Mass, the Priesthood, virtues and defects… Each day provides a short reading to deepen Crusaders’ knowledge and a beautiful story to give them examples they can imitate, thereby stimulating progress rather than regression.

God hears the innocent prayers of children, and their sacrifices and Communions are very pleasing to Him. Therefore, it is in the interests of the Church and society for as many children as possible to belong to the Eucharistic Crusade and for the spirit of this same Crusade to be kept alive in these young souls exposed to so much more dissipation and danger during summer vacation.

By the grace of God, this book will assist in this task.

Paperback, size 8" x 5.25", 334 pages

Expositio Missae
The Mysteries of the Mass Explained
by St Bonaventure

The Mass is a central and essential part of the Christian life, the very source and summit of our devotion and piety. Instituted by Jesus Himself at the Last Supper and faithfully passed on by the apostles and their successors, it is not merely a memorial of the passion, death, and resurrection of our Savior, but a true participation in His one redeeming sacrifice. It does not merely praise and invoke God, but causes Him to be really, truly, and substantially present. It is through the Mass that we become closest to Jesus, and mystically partake in His passion, death, and resurrection. It is through the Mass that we receive the “Bread of the Angels,” which imparts to our fragile human nature the eternal life of God Himself.

Saint Bonaventure’s Expositio Missae (“Exposition of the Mass”) offers inspiring and touching insight into the multiple layers of meaning and symbolism embodied within the sacred actions of the Eucharistic celebration. Also offered in this volume are some of the Seraphic Doctor’s beautiful and passionate prayers, including those to be said before Mass, before the reception of Holy Communion, and after Mass. As Saint Bonaventure says, with this book, you will be able to “hear the most holy Mass with the greatest possible devotion and reverence.”

Hardcover, size 7" x 5", 120 pages

The Christmas of the Eucharist
Selection from Father Faber
by Rev. John Fitzpatrick, O.M.I.

This is a Christmas book about the Blessed Sacrament.

When, at the good tidings of great joy, the little ones crowd to the Crib, going over, as it were, and going back to Bethlehem, to see the gracious mystery which has come to pass, we elders turn rather to the Tabernacle, to find there once again, new-born in mystic birth and wrapped in the swaddling-clothes of the sacramental species, Him for whom there is really no far-away and no long-ago.

These pages will help to penetrate us, while kneeling there in lowly adoration, with the spirit of the dweller in that ‘house of bread’, and to make us, in very truth, as little, children once again.

Paperback, size 5" x 3.8", 120 pages, Impr 1901

The Chapel Veil
Symbol of the Spouse of Christ
by Elizabeth Black, Emily Sparks

In this beautiful booklet, you will learn what the Sacred Scriptures and Church Fathers said about wearing a veil, as well as the rich theological and symbolic meanings behind the tradition. You will discover how wearing a veil reveals woman’s:

• Esteemed vocation in God’s creation
• Intimate spousal relationship to Christ 
• Sacredness as a tabernacle of life
• Mystery as a “garden enclosed”
• Adoration for God and praise of His glory
• Humility and receptivity to God’s love

Most significantly, you will also find out how wearing the chapel veil helps testify to and restores belief in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist. You will also discover see how wearing a veil reflects the dignity of women and their precious gift of self for the world.

Booklet, size 6" x 3.75", 48 pages

The King's Hostage
Saint Margaret of Hungary: A Tale of Vows and Sanctity
by E. Virginia Newell

St. Margaret of Hungary, OP (Margit in Hungarian; January 27, 1242 – January 18, 1270) was a Dominican nun and the daughter of King Béla IV of Hungary and Maria Laskarina. The 8th child of ten, she was the younger sister of St. Kinga of Poland (Kunegunda) and St. Yolanda of Poland and, through her father, the niece of the famed St. Elizabeth of Hungary. She was a member of the illustrious Arpad family who gave many great rulers and saints to the world over 300 years. Among them are the famous King St. Stephen crowned in 1000 AD as well as St. Irene, and two other St. Elizabeths.

Margaret was born during the Mongol invasion of Hungary (1241–42). Her parents vowed that if Hungary was liberated from the Mongols, they would dedicate the child to religion. The three  year old Margaret was entrusted by her parents to the Dominican monastery at Veszprém in 1245. Six years later she was transferred to the Monastery of the Blessed Virgin founded by her parents on Nyulak Szigete (Rabbit Island) near Buda (today Margaret Island, named after her, and a part of Budapest; the ruins of the monastery can still be seen). She spent the rest of her life there, dedicating herself to religion and opposing all attempts of her father to arrange a political marriage for her with King Ottokar II of Bohemia.

She lived in total humility, engaging in the most menial tasks even in the winter when her hands bled from the cold. She constantly fasted and refused nice clothes and royal comforts, remarking that she preferred the odor of sanctity when dead to smelling sweet only when alive. She spent her days in prayer, in devotion to the Eucharist, and caring for the poor, lavishing on them whatever gifts her royal family sent her.

This is her story.

Paperback, size 7" x 5.25", 80 pages, illustrated

The Order of Melchisedech
A Defense of the Catholic Priesthood
by Michael Davies

On 30 June 1968, pope Paul VI pronounced his Credo in which the doctrine of the Sacrifice of the Mass "celebrated by the priest in the Person of Christ in virtue of the power he received in the Sacrament of Order" was very clearly, unambiguously, and correctly expressed. Twelve days earlier, Pope Paul VI had signed the Apostolic Constitution in which he approved and imposed the new ritual of the ordination of deacon, priest, and bishop. In this book the author examines the new rite of ordination to the priesthood and exposes its differences with the former one used in the Roman rite for a number of centuries, enjoying the highest authority.

There can be no doubt of the validity of the New Rite but there are certain features which the author deplores. A number of prayers and ceremonies have been suppressed which, in the Old Rite, served clearly to express the most essential character and duty of priesthood: to offer the Eucharistic Sacrifice of the Mass. This is a sign of a tendency which can be observed in other official liturgical innovations (not to mention illegal ones). It is a matter of great concern for many Catholics that this and similar things are done at a time when the sacrificial character of what is now commonly called the "celebration of the Eucharist" is questioned or even denied by many who do not leave the Catholic Church.

Mr. Davies gives an impressive exposition of the facts and the meaning he attaches to them in the light of Trent, the Pontifical letter Apostolicae Curae of Pope Leo XIII, other official documents, and also the Canterbury Declaration on Ministry and Ordination in the Anglican and Catholic Churches. He rightly rejects the latter completely as a totally ambiguous document.

This is a rich and scholarly book which should be in the hands of all who study post-conciliar developments in the official Roman Catholic Church, the Church of Christ.

Paperback, size 8.25" x 5.25", 255 pages

The Blessed Eucharist
Our Greatest Treasure
by Fr. Michael Mueller, C.Ss.R.


Paperback, size 8.5" x 5.5", 270 pages

The Rosary with Archbishop Lefebvre
by Fr Patrick Troadec

"One cannot think about the Eucharist without thinking about the Blessed Virgin Mary, because if she had not pronounced her fiat, we would not have the Holy Eucharist. It is because she gave her fiat that today we have the joy and the happiness of possessing Our Lord Jesus Christ in our tabernacles and on our altars. So, let us ask the Most Blessed Virgin Mary to give us this love that she so admired in her Son Jesus." - Archbishop Lefebvre on the Joyful Mysteries

This little book collects the thoughts of Archbishop Lefebvre and uses them to deepen our understanding of the mysteries of the Faith contained in the Rosary. The tone of the Archbishop is thoughtful, pleasant, and easy to read. Each mystery is described, followed by an instructional lesson with the corresponding virtue of the mystery to be imitated in our daily lives.

If you are seeking a better understanding of the Rosary, to integrate this prayer into your daily schedule, or to develop a deeper level of Faith through the study of its mysteries, this book is for you.

Paperback, size 9" x 6", 136 pages

The Eucharistic Visions
of St Frances of Rome
by St. Frances of Rome

St. Frances of Rome (1384–1440) displayed mystical gifts from childhood. Though she longed to remain a virgin, her parents arranged a marriage for her, and, as a wife and mother, she led a devout life that mirrored that of a consecrated religious, through fervent prayer and tireless works of charity. In fact, she founded a community of Benedictine oblates who live according to the Rule of St. Benedict, each according to her own state in life; the community now counts thousands of members worldwide.

Frequently, St. Frances experienced ecstasies and visions, especially after receiving Holy Communion. In these absorbing pages, translated by Fr. Robert Nixon, O.S.B., her spiritual director records her life, mystical graces, and miracles as well as her severe demonic attacks and her unwavering trust in God throughout.

These pages are ideal for reflection before or after Mass or during Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. In the visions of St. Frances, you will encounter the Fountain of light eternal and His embrace as the fire of divine love inflames your heart with more ardent devotion. You will also encounter:

• Brilliant sights, harmonious sounds, and sweet scents of Heaven to fortify your faith
• Five streams of virtue flowing from the Lamb of God to quench your soul’s thirst
• The sure remedy for all distractions and anxieties that impede your love for God
• Sacred Scripture in a fresh, vibrant way to be nourished and renewed
• Lessons from the saints who visited St. Frances on her journey toward Heaven
• Guidance from our Eucharistic King on how to cast aside your worldly cares and ambitions

As you perceive ways to make the sentiments of this great mystic your own and be enriched by her insights, you will draw increased strength from the Holy Eucharist and adore God’s Presence with awe and love as never before.

Paperback, size 8.5" x 5.5" x 144 pages

A Cardiologist Examines Jesus
The Stunning Science Behind Eucharistic Miracles
by Franco Serafini

The Gospels might not be “good enough” for modernity, and science is certainly its god. But neither is an impediment to the one, true God. Indeed, He is using methods of the twenty-first century — His twenty-first century — to show how our Faith can be proven through Eucharistic miracles with clinical scientific precision.

In this astounding book, prominent cardiologist and author Dr. Franco Serafini walks us through the extensive medical and scientific research into five Eucharistic miracles, unveiling the stunning testimonies of hematologists, oncologists, neurologists, geneticists, molecular biologists, and more who all concluded the same thing: the five Eucharistic miracles are undeniably authentic.

In surprising and fascinating ways, each of these miracles relates to the others: all reveal heart muscle tissue, many reveal a heart that was experiencing extreme suffering, and some reveal a heart still enduring tissue trauma.

You’ll learn how the human DNA found in Eucharistic substances was identified, what kept a revered eighth-century relic alive until the twenty-first century, and how the identical blood group recurred in the unique miracles to provide contemporary man with a thrilling statistical fortress. Best of all, you’ll be armed with the scientific data to prove not only that God is still active in the world but that He desires all of us to be in union with Him through His Most Precious Body and Blood.

Paperback, size 8.5" x 5.5", 308 pages

The Friendship of Christ
by Msgr Robert Hugh Benson

In The Friendship of Christ, Robert Hugh Benson meditates on the mystery of God’s gift of friendship to his creatures, discoursing on the mystical aspect of this friendship in the soul of the believer; on its external manifestations, especially in the Church and the Eucharist; and on the historical evidence of the “supreme pledge of friendship” offered by the God-Man, once and for all.

A series of sermons preached from 1910 to 1912, The Friendship of Christ makes for richly rewarding spiritual reading, anchored in sacred Scripture and imbued with its author’s affectionate acceptance of Christ’s call to friendship.

Paperback, size 8" x 5", 176 pages

Confession
A Little Book for the Reluctant
by Rev. Msgr. Louis Gaston de Segur

Aside from the Holy Eucharist, no sacrament of the Catholic Church is more important to leading a Christian life and growing in virtue than Confession. In it, the torrent of Christ's Precious Blood is poured onto us to relieve us of our guilt for sin and provide the graces necessary to become holier and avoid vice. Why, then, do so many Christians avoid this sacrament instead?

For those who are fearful, dubious, unrepentant, or otherwise reluctant, Bishop Louis Gaston de Segur provides Confession: A Little Book for the Reluctant to allay fears and to give courage in approaching Confession, that Sacrament which will unlock the Gates of Heaven for many. With over 30 common objections answered and put to rest with the good bishop's particular kindness, wit, and wisdom, this short booklet will ensure no one will demur from approaching Our Lord to get shriven in this most holy and readily available sacrament.

Bishop Louis Gaston de Segur organized the first Eucharistic Congress in Lille, France, in 1881. He was a prolific author of apologetic and catechetical works, as well as a leader of charitable efforts. His works span all aspects of the Christian life and have found much use both in the original French and in translation.

Booklet, size 6" x 3.75", 88 pages