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The Month of St Joseph
Practical Meditations for Each Day of the Month of March
by Abbé Berlioux

Devotion to the foster-father of Christ is an ancient practice that has endured to the present day, and wherever Catholics are found there is also found a deep love for the man to whom God gave the elevated work of raising His Incarnate Son.

The Month of St. Joseph by the Abbé Berlioux is a powerful tool with which to equip the devotee as he embarks upon the month of March, and a fitting one. Each chapter contains the whole day’s reading, prayer, and a fitting example for the reading, usually taken from the author’s personal knowledge or some other historical example. As each of the thirty-one days of March progress, the subjects cover every possible facet of the life and history of St. Joseph, solidifying for the devotee a rich theological truth and piety.
The subjects, containing two short points each day, range from St. Joseph’s fatherhood and devotion as a husband, his poverty, his holy name, his meekness, his exile in Egypt, and life in Nazareth, his example as a worker, and his aid at death beds.  So many more subjects are given, which seem to exhaust the complete realm of St. Joseph’s honor, glory, and aid to his devotees.  The readings are short and easy for modern man to complete for a morning meditation or between a life of busy labors.

Likewise the prayers following each daily reading are concise and powerful, always containing a petition to beg the grace and strength to imitate the saint.  They are also matched to the theme of the reading.

The examples after each reading and prayer reflect upon each truth taught each day.  Many of the stories are literally of miraculous events, and others are simply inspiring about individuals who lived a deeply devoted life consecrated to St. Joseph.  In these latter, what really shines is the fact that with a fervent devotion to and trust in St. Joseph, even the impossible will be made possible.

The Month of Saint Joseph was first published in the French language in Grenoble in 1872.  The book was soon after translated for the English-speaking world.  The Abbé Berlioux was a priest of the diocese of Grenoble and was the Curé of the church of St. Bruno.  In his works he often uses a literary charm of addressing the reader as “Christian Soul”.  In this work, he repeats this name in nearly each day’s reading as he gets to the point of what the individual could do to utilize and live a Christian life based on a greater devotion to the holy patriarch, increasing the seriousness of the tone as well as the attention of the reader with it.

Read The Month of St. Joseph to increase in the soul the love of Christ’s foster-father.  The devotion taught in its pages will take the reader by the hand and lead him to live more fully the life of a brother of Christ.  In its pages you will find:

• An organized 31 days of St. Joseph devotions for the complete month of March
• Daily spiritual reading on the life, character, and devotions of St. Joseph
• Daily prayers to the holy foster-father of Jesus
• Daily examples of true-life stories that draw out the truths within each day’s reading.
• A collection of devotions and prayers

Paperback, size 8" x 5", 186 pages

Also available in Hardcover with dust jacket upon request (additional cost)

My Daily Visit with the Saints
by Charles Kenny

My Daily Visit with the Saints is a compilation of meditations from the writings of saints and servants of God.

These holy men and women — over 65 contributors! — wrote from the time of the Apostles to the late 1800s during times before political correctness had taken root. Their words are boldly faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church, and are sure to guide you in her ways. In fact, these meditations cover 139 vital topics ranging from anger to mortal sin to death and much more. In strong, clear voices the saints left us these prayerful meditations, sure protection against sudden temptations, and lucid answers to sharp questions about the Faith. In a word, this one rich volume will serve you as a deep catechism, a spur to conscience, and a call to prayer.

How often do you find time to read the saints' writings? My Daily Visit with the Saints makes it easy to stay close to the holy men and women who have gone before you. Let your daily visit with God's faithful servants breathe into you a strong new spirit of piety and devotion, and bring you the everlasting consolation known only to those who stay close to Jesus in all that they do.

Concise meditations by saints and servants of God on each of the following topics:

Abstinence * Ambition * Anger * The Annunciation * The Ascension * The Assumption * Atheism * Avarice * Baptism * Blasphemy * The Catholic Church * Chastity * The Commandments * Communion * Confession * Confidence in God * Conscience * Dangers of the world * Death * Discord * Envy * The Epiphany * The Eucharist * Fashion * Fasting * Fear of God * Flattery * Friendship * Gambling * Good works * Grace * Habitual Sin * Hardness of Heart * Heaven * Hell * The Hidden life of Jesus * Holiness * The Holy Name of Jesus * The Holy Name of Mary * The Holy Rosary * The Holy Spirit * The Holy Trinity * Human Respect * Humility * Hypocrisy * Idleness * Ignorance * The Immaculate Conception * The Incarnation * The Infancy of Jesus * Intemperance * Jealousy * The Last Judgment * The Law of God * Love of Enemies * Love of God * Love of Neighbor * Lying and Trickery * Marriage * Meditation * Meekness * Mental Prayer * The Mercy of God * Mortal Sin * Obedience * Occasions of Sin * The Particular Judgment * The Passion of Our Lord * Passions * Peace of Soul * Penance * Perseverance * Piety * Poverty * Prayer * Predestination * The Presence of God * The Prosperity of the Wicked * Providence * Prudence * Purgatory * Purity * Rash Judgments * The Resurrection * Retreats * Riches * The Risen Jesus * Salvation * Scandals * Self-love * The Service of God * Slander * Temptations * Theft * The Transfiguration * Venial Sin * The Virgin Mary * The Visitation * Vocation * The Will of God * The Wounds of Jesus * plus many more!

Contributing saints and servants of God include:

St. Aelred (1110-1167) • St. Ambrose (340-397) • St. Astère (d. c. 400) • St. Athanasius (c. 296-373) • St. Augustine (354-430) • St. Basil (c. 329-379) • St. Robert Bellarmine (1542-1621) • St. Bernard (1091-1153) • Fr. William Berthier, S.J. (1704-1782) • Card. Pierre de Bérulle (1575-1629) • Fr. Jacques Biroat (d. 1666) • St. Bonaventure (1221-1274) • Bp. Jacques Bossuet (1627-1704) • Fr. Henri-Marie Boudon (b. 1624) • Fr. Louis Bourdaloue (1632-1704) • Fr. Étienne de Bretteville (1630-1688) • Abp. Bartholmew de Carranza (d. 1576) • Fr. Matthieu de Castillo, O.P. (1664-1720) • St. John Chrysostom (c. 349-407) • St. Claude de la Colombière (1641-1682) • Fr. Francis Cordier (d. 1695) • Fr. Jean Crasset (1618-1692) • Fr. Croiset, S.J. (b. c. 1650) • St. Cyprian (c. 200-258) • Bl. Peter Damian (988-1073) • Fr. Nicolas de Dijon (d. 1696) • Fr. Piere de la Font (d. c. 1700) • Ven. Louis de Grenada (1505-1588) • St. Edmund (d. 1242) • St. Ephrem (d. c. 379) • Fr. Frederick Faber (1814-1863) • Abp. Franςois Fénelon (1651-1715) • Bp. Esprit Fléchier (1632-1710) • Bp. Jean de Fromentière (1652-1684) • Fr. John Garnier, S.J. (1612-1684) • Fr. Jaques Giroust (1624-1689) • St. Gregory (c. 540-604) • St. Gregory of Nazianzen (329-390) • Fr. Vincent Houdry, S.J. (1630-1729) • Fr. Laurent du Jarry (1658-1730) • St. Jerome (c. 347-420) • St. John of God (1495-1550) • Fr. Jean LeJeune (1592-1672) • St. Leo (d. 461) • Bp. Jules Mascaron (1634-1705) • Fr. Jean Massillon (1663-1742) • St. Philip Neri (1515-1595) • Fr. Jean de Nieremberg, S.J. (1590-1658) • Fr. F. Nepveu, S.J. (1639-1708) • Fr. Nouet, S.J. (1605-1680) • Fr. Armand de Rancé (1626-1700) • Fr. Alphonse Rodriguez, S.J. (1526-1616) • Fr. Charles de la Rue (1643-1725) • St. Francis de Sales (1567-1622) • Fr. Paul Segneri, S.J. (1624-1694) • BL. Charles Spinola (1564-1622) • Fr. Claude Texier, S.J. (1610-1687) • Fr. Luke Vaubert, S.J. (1644-1716) • Fr. Louis Le Valois (1639-1700) • Fr. Antoine Verjus, S.J. (1652-1706) • and many more!

Paperback, size 8.5" x 5.5", 469 pages

Christian Warfare

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.

Hardcover, size 5.75" x 4", 506 pages.

The Holy Ghost Prayerbook
Prayers and devotions to the Holy Ghost
by by Rev. Frederick T. Hoeger, C.S.Sp.

"Neither the Father nor the Holy Ghost took flesh. The Son alone canceled out sin and merited redemption for mankind. The Third Divine Person then is sent to carry out the work of redemption by forming the souls of men to the life won for them by Christ". This is from the introduction by the famous spiritual writer, Rev. Edward Leen, C.S.Sp.

Includes prayers and devotions to the Holy Ghost and the little novena, Rosary and Office of the Holy Ghost. Also, Instructions on Devotion to the Holy Ghost, Reflections on our Relations to the Holy Ghost and the Gifts, Fruits and Virtues imparted through the Sacraments. Other devotions include prayers to St. Joseph, St. Barbara, St. Anthony, St. Rita, St. Patrick, the Holy Name, Sacred Heart, Blessed Virgin and Stations of the Cross. Of special interest is the votive Mass of the Holy Ghost, in English only.

Paperback, size 5.5"x4", 401 pages, available in white cover only

The Life of Matt Talbot
by Sir Joseph A Glynn

What did alcoholics do before there was Alcoholics Anonymous?

Let us consider a few parts of this holy man's life: "He was not quarrelsome when drunk, but went quietly home to bed when the public-houses had closed for the night. No matter how much drink he had taken the night before, he was up in time for his work, which started at 6 a.m., and left the house clean and tidy in his person. He acquired the habit of taking the Holy Name in vain and of using strong language when talking with his fellow workers, and he began to neglect the Sacraments, though he went to Mass on Sundays. His prayers consisted of blessing himself when he got out of bed in the morning, as he was, usually, too drunk to say any prayers going to bed. For two, if not three, years before his conversion he had not been to the Sacraments of Penance or the Holy Eucharist. "The picture which Matt Talbot presents to us at this period is that of a young fellow going fast on the road to ruin; the craving' for drink gradually mastering him; the duties of his religion almost completely neglected; and the duties to his parents entirely ignored. The picture is dark, but it is not all black. All his troubles came from the one sin-indulgence in drink. He had no other vice and his moral character was irreproachable."

From his early teens until age 28 Matt's only aim in life had been liquor. But from that point forward, his only aim was God. Matt became increasingly deout. He lived a life of prayer, fasting and service, trying to model himself on the sixth century Irish monks. Though he has not been formally recognized as a saint, Matt Talbot may be considered a patron of men and women struggling with alcoholism.

Paperback, size 9" x 6", 112 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

Holy Name of Jesus Colouring Book
by Katherine Sotnik

Beautifully drawn classic images of Jesus Christ from famous images. Each image is accompanied by one of the Holy Names of Jesus from the Litany of the Holy Name. Your child will learn about the faith while colouring these glorious devotional images.

Paperback, size 11" x 8.5", 72 pages

The Month of Mary
Practical Meditations for Each Day of the Month of May
by Abbé Berlioux

In May we run with excitement to endow Mary’s altars with boughs of flowers that vie with nature’s splendor, and spiritual offerings as well as good works to pay homage to the most generous of queens. To more fully live the spirit of the season, we must enter into the very spirit of the Mother of God. As the preface states: “She is a spiritual universe.” There is nothing in our path toward heaven, which she cannot supply, if we but study her soul and apply her works in our lives.

The subjects, containing two short points each day, range from Our Blessed Mother’s Immaculate Conception, her holy name, her motherhood, each of her shining virtues, her devotion to Holy Communion, and other subjects.

It was originally written in the 19^th century by the Abbé Berlioux, who was a priest in the diocese of Grenoble in 1872 and was the Curé, or parish priest, of the church of St. Bruno.  The devotional enjoyed ten editions of popularity in the French language before being translated and printed in English in 1884. Each chapter contains the whole day’s reading, prayer, and a fitting example for the reading, usually taken from the author’s personal knowledge or some other historical example. This is what gives the book a unique atmosphere. As each of the thirty-one days of May progresses, the subjects cover every possible facet of the known life of Mary, historical tradition, apparitions and the life of the Church surrounding this ancient devotion, solidifying for the devotee a rich theological truth and piety.

The author uses literary tools in his writings so as to awaken his reader from a spiritual slumber. Particular emphasis in this book is derived from the daily repetition of the phrase “Children of Mary”, addressing the reader affectionately and with a personal effect that cannot be ignored. It is as though the very voice of our heavenly mother is calling out to the reader, as a mother calls her children to her, and should we all not come running? Come, Children of Mary, come to the safety of your mother’s mantle.

In this book you will find:

• An organized 31 days of devotions to the Blessed Mother for the complete month of May
• Daily spiritual reading on the life, virtues, and traditions surrounding the Blessed Virgin
• Daily prayers to Mary
• Daily examples of true-life stories that draw out the truths within each day’s reading.
• Various ways of consecrating oneself to Mary
• Various ways of praying the Holy Rosary and a unique Marian way to attend Mass.

The book is most excellent for the original purpose, to devote one’s life to the practices of the May altar, but it is also an excellent choice during the time of Lent, when the entire Christian world is tuned in so singularly to the deep sorrows and grief of Our Blessed Mother; and Advent, at which time we contemplate Our Blessed Mother’s expectation of her Divine Child.

Paperback, size 8" x 5", 198 pages

Also available in Hardcover with dust jacket upon request (additional cost)

The Wonders of the Holy Name
by Fr. Paul O'Sullivan, EDM OP, STL

“Read this booklet slowly and with attention, not once but many times, and you will thank God all the rest of your life.” (Page xi)

Do you know how powerful the Holy Name of Jesus is?

With this booklet in hand, you will be able to pray “without ceasing,” as you learn to see the great gifts that God bestows on those who glorify the name of His Son.

In this booklet, Fr. Paul O’Sullivan explains Jesus’s Name is much more powerful than most Catholics would ever guess. He demonstrates how easily frequent repetition of the name of Jesus can:

• Glorify God
• Call on His aid
• Pay spiritual debts
• Assist souls in Purgatory
• Obtain many graces
• Protect us from the devil
• Help us die a happy death
• And much more!

God is always offering His grace to us, and making use the most holy Name of His Son is a traditional and remarkable way to open yourself up to His many gifts. Habitually praying the Name of Jesus, Fr. O’Sullivan explains, is the least-known secret to a happy and holy life.

“For which cause God also hath exalted him, and hath given him a name which is above all names: That in the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those that are in heaven, on earth, and under the earth.” 

Booklet, size 6" x 3.75", 64 pages

With Jesus
Prayers and Instructions for Youthful Catholics

This beautiful prayer book is complete with Holy Mass, and many necessary prayers and litanies for the young child.

Litanies include those to: the Holy Name of Jesus, the Sacred Heart, the Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Joseph, the Guardian Angel, the Holy Souls, the Little Flower and others.

The book also contains 9 wonderful stories or short sermons in simple language the child will understand.

This book will make an ideal First Communion Book! A beautiful First Communion prayer book!

Paperback, size 5" x 4", 272 pages, Impr 1922