Prayer
Courage To Be Afraid
by Fr. Marie-Dominique Molinié, O.P.
“Fr. Molinié brings us back to the essentials of the Gospel: the simplicity of following Christ and the grandeur of God’s plan for us. Every Catholic will find in this book clarity, rejuvenation, and wisdom.” —Fr. Alexander Wiseman, SSPX
The Courage to Be Afraid is remarkably different from other spiritual books. It is a tour de force that examines many aspects of the Christian life, yet always returning to a simple, powerful theme: we have to let God act. Fr. Molinié addresses himself to us, children of the modern world, in order to recall us forcefully to what never changes, no matter the state of things: the divine life is in us, and will transform us if we surrender to it. “God’s love is a consuming fire...”
Some of the themes in the book include:
• Nature and grace
• Combat between pride and humility
• Development and stages of the spiritual life
• Suffering and the Mystery of God
“If, in the face of this world whose values are crumbling, you look feverishly and anxiously for what must be done, you have not understood that God wants to be the only One who saves us: His glory is at stake. When we rely on action or on natural qualities, we attack the glory of God....This secret is the Trinitarian life, and to enter into it, we must live a life where we lose our footing... this is the whole savor of the mystical life.”
—Fr. Marie-Dominique Molinié, O.P.
Available for the first time English.
Paperback, size 9" x 5.8", 226 pages
by Angelus Press
What does it gain a man to have his whole life perfectly organized but to lose his soul?
It's so easy to lose sight of God in our busy world. But the Church gave us the answer from the very beginning when she structured her official prayer around a framework of the psalms prayed eight times a day so that within one week, all 150 psalms are said.
Prayers for all hours
Here you have the most critical hours of the Divine Office for the layman in the world. Prime is the perfect Morning Prayer, Compline the perfect night prayer, and Sext is for the middle of the day.
Join your voice with the Church and Her members!
This is better than private prayer; it's the prayer of the entire Mystical Body because you pray with one heart with the millions of other clerics, religious and laymen around the world who have prayed and are praying these exact same prayers, AND because you adopt the intentions of the psalmist as you pray.
When understood correctly (this edition has a short explanation preceding each psalm), these are the intentions for which Holy Mother Church wants us to pray for ourselves, for the Church and for all the members of the Mystical Body of Christ.
Our Lord, our Lady, and the Saints prayed these psalms.
Includes
- An 11-page Introduction explaining the Divine Office and how to pray it, including guidelines on how to interpret the psalms in a Catholic manner
- Table of Contents
- The prayers to be said before and after reciting the Divine Office
- Melodies in Gregorian notation for those who chant the office in common.
- In timeless Latin with parallel English translations.
- Beautiful edition with sewn binding
- Leatherette cover
- Rounded edges
- Black text with rubrics in red
- Two ribbons
Includes everything for the Hours of Sunday Lauds, Prime, Sext, Vespers, and Compline; Prime, Sext, and Compline for each other day of the week.
Latin pronunciation guide bookmarker included.
Leatherette Hard Sewn cover, size 8.4" x 6.2", 221 pages
The Imitation of Christ leather hardcover
by Thomas à Kempis
The Imitation of Christ by Thomas À Kempis needs no introduction. For more than five centuries it has been the most popular spiritual book second only to the Sacred Scriptures. It presents the fundamental principles of the spiritual life. The Christian soul is invited to follow Christ Who is the Way, the Truth and the Life. As we study its contents we are convinced that without that Way there is no going, without that Truth there is no knowing, without that Life there is no real living.
This translation by Bishop Challoner, who revised the Douay-Rheims Bible in the 1740's, is the most beautiful and edifying available. The Imitation of Christ speaks to the soul of every Christian, reminding him of the brevity of earthly joy compared to the eternity of happiness with God. This spiritual classic belongs to every Christian library.
Other versions also available.
Leather Hardcover, size 6" x 4", 320 pages
(Sept. 22 - Dec. 21)
by Fr. Patrick Troadec
“The best way to celebrate the saints is to imitate them. Why not try to live as they did if only for one day, their day, the day consecrated and blessed by the Church, when they are ‘on duty’ to help us?” – Monsignor Ghika
This book of daily meditations is the first on a four-volume series entitled Praying with the Saints by Season: Winter, Spring, Summer, Autumn. These books serve as a brief daily guide to following in the footsteps of the saints through the liturgical year as well as on our life-long journey to eternity. The example of a new saint everyday will surely direct and motivate souls to a deeper union with God and a habitual higher level of sanctity.
Begin your day with the following inspiration:
Life of the Saint ٠ Brief Meditation ٠ Prayers ٠ Thoughts ٠ Invocations ٠ and Three Resolutions to aid in concrete, daily, spiritual growth.
If you are looking for a way to integrate prayer or spiritual reading into your daily life or want a daily reminder that sanctity is not only achievable but in fact our sole purpose here on earth, then this is the series for you. Short, profound, daily meditations on the saints and the liturgical year.
Paperback, size 7" x 4.25", 250 pages
The Prayers of St. Gertrude and St. Mechtilde
Translated by Rev. John Gray.
The prayers in this book were first committed to writing in the year 1289 by St. Gertrude. “It is owing to the scrupulous heed paid to God and His truth that the devotion found in these writing is suitable for all. The time, place and other circumstances give colour (sic) and a characteristic turn to utterances, even on the lips of Christ our Lord; illustrations from daily life and custom bear the imprint of the century … and date their writings exquisitely. They (the prayers) give a charm which has its value.” Something of the ways of God will be learned from each page from this most unusual and rare book.
Paperback, size 6" x 4.2", 141 pages, Impr. 1927
by unknown
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena booklet includes 24 pages of exclusive Italian 'Fratelli Bonella' fine art and special prayers. The cover displays a colourful gold outlined image of Our Lady of Perpetual Succor from the exclusive Italian 'Bonella' art collection. Each page is filled with beautiful prayers, surrounded by colourful, decorative designs.
Booklet, size 6" x 3.75", 24 pages
compiled by Fr Francis X. Lasance
"The conquest of self is the grandest triumph that man can achieve."
Self Conquest holds inspiring thoughts for each day of the year. Reflecting on these counsels, drawn from the Scriptures and sayings of numerous saints, including St. Teresa of Avila, St Ignatius of Loyola, St. Francis de Sales, and St. Alphonsus Liguori, will assist us in striving for sanctity.
Flexi leather cover, size 7.4" x 5.3", 216 pages, Impr 1936
Happiness in Goodness
by Fr Francis Xavier Lasance
If you were permitted to possess only one prayer book, this would be it! In addition to the Ordinary of the Mass and the Rosary, and virtually every prayer with which Catholics are familiar, this book is filled with counsels and reflections that make the reader discover the meaning of the subtitle, "Happiness in Goodness." Imprimatur: 1908
Paperback, size 5.4" x 4" x 1.2", 700 pages
by St. Justin Martyr
These foundational apologetic works deliver the early‑Church’s reasoned defence of Christianity in the face of persecution, addressing pagan criticisms and explaining Christian doctrine, worship, and moral life. Written as direct appeals to the Roman authorities, the texts unite philosophical insight with scriptural fidelity and bear witness to the courage and integrity of the early Christian community.
- Examines the beliefs of early Christians regarding God, Christ, and the Holy Spirit to show the faith’s doctrinal clarity and coherence
- Defends Christian practices such as baptism and the Eucharist against accusations of immorality and atheism
- Bridges Greek philosophical tradition and Christian theology, illustrating Christianity as the fulfilment of humanity’s rational and spiritual aspirations
- Presents a compelling historical witness to the courage and sacrifice of the early Church, showing believers willing to face oppression rather than renounce their faith
- Serves as a vital resource for those studying the origins of Christian doctrine, apologetics, church history, or early patristic thought
from Traditional Sources
Whatever your struggle, petition, or prayer may be, you can always turn to St. Joseph.
The foster father of Jesus and patron of the Universal Church, St. Joseph is our direct line to Jesus. How often have you made use of St. Joseph’s constant intercession on your behalf?
This booklet contains every prayer to St. Joseph you need to enrichment your prayer life:
- Novena for a Special Favor
- Litany of St. Joseph
- Prayers for Conversion
- A Happy Death
- And many more!
“I have never known a person to have been truly devoted to St. Joseph and to have rendered him special honor without seeing him advance rapidly in virtue; because the holy patriarch assists with special care those who recommend themselves to him” —St. Teresa of Avila
The perfect resource to have in your house, purse, or pocket, this booklet an easy way to improve your prayer life, grow in virtue, and imitate the holiness of St. Joseph himself.
Booklet, size 6"x3.75", 76 pages
by St. Alphonsus Maria Liguori
Shows that prayer is the great means of salvation, plus how to pray most effectively; and that the religious life is the great means of perfection, plus the importance of following one's vocation right away.
Paperback, size 7.1" x 4.25", 578 pages, Impr.
by Fr. Frederick Faber
Sharp penance for remembered sins helps stouthearted Christians seize heaven, but gentler souls like Our Blessed Lady and scores of her saints have trod a different path. Their souls are possessed by gratitude, inspired by the remembrance of past benefits, and filled with wonder at the abundant loving-kindness of God.
As Father Faber shows, gratitude is the fertile soil from which springs an ardent, exuberant love of Christ – a love that can be yours as well. These wise pages reveal the critical role that gratitude plays in your sanctification, and they'll remind you of the many things the Lord has given you for which you should be grateful each moment of every day. Here you'll also learn:
- That thanksgiving is the very essence of Christian worship
- Why gratitude is easiest way to heaven and the surest path to joy
- How gratitude dissolves pride even faster than penance
- How gratitude can make you like the Angels themselves
- That ingratitude is the hidden sin of too many good people (What about you?)
- Why you should even be grateful — yes — for blessings received by your enemies
- How gratitude often wins souls more quickly than preaching
- Why it's scandalous that we neglect gratitude more than prayer
- Why you should even be grateful for your troubles
- That gratitude brings far more blessings than most of us ever suspect
Hear in this small book the voices of so many saints who knew that gratitude is the very key to holiness: St. Alphonsus de Liguori, St. Bernard of Clairvaux, St. Bonaventure, St. Bridget of Sweden, St. Catherine of Siena, St. Francis de Sales, St. Francis Xavier, St. Gertrude, St. Gregory of Nyssa, St. Ignatius of Loyola, St. Jane Frances de Chantal, St. Jerome, St. John Chrysostom, St. John of Avila, St. John of God, St. Lawrence Justinian, St. Louis of France, St. Peter Faber, St. Philip Neri, St. Teresa of Avila, St. Thomas Aquinas, and many others
Paperback, size 7" x 5", 128 pages
Counsels of Perfection for Christian Mothers
by Monsignor P. Lejeune
"My daughters, you all aspire to perfection. But what is your idea of perfection? Do you not often use this word in a vague and even false sense? It trips so lightly into your conversation that each one prides herself on having a very clear conception of it. I am positive, however, that if I were to ask you to define this word, the response would be a confusion of tongues."
These are the first words of Monsignor Lejeune in his book Counsels of Perfection for Christian Mothers. Written around a hundred years ago, this book of instructions applies to our corrupt modern age at such great urgency. Where mothers are immensely overwhelmed with haste, worry, and confusion brought about by feminism and capitalism, the deeply respected author exhorts mothers to turn to the Mother of mothers, our Blessed Virgin Mary.
The author continues:
"Do you ask for an example of a perfect woman? I shall give it to you from the heavenly hierarchy, by recalling the life of Mary, who, in the matter of perfection, is the nearest approach to God. She it is whom I charge to prove my thesis in such a way that you will be clearly persuaded that sanctity does not at all consist in splendor or magnificence or the glitter of exterior things, but rather in an interior principle which animates the most ordinary actions, and communicates to them an almost inestimable value. Consider for a moment the life of Mary......."
Read for yourself and begin to rediscover your vocation as a mother and a wife according to the will of God. Includes planning pages for My Rule of Life, Daily Schedule and more.
Paperback, size 9” x 6”, 186 pages, Impr
My Prayer Book - black (paperback)
Happiness in Goodness
by Fr Francis Xavier Lasance
If you were permitted to possess only one prayer book, this would be it! In addition to the Ordinary of the Mass and the Rosary, and virtually every prayer with which Catholics are familiar, this book is filled with counsels and reflections that make the reader discover the meaning of the subtitle, "Happiness in Goodness." Imprimatur: 1908
Paperback, size 5.4" x 4" x 1.2", 700 pages
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
The Classic Spiritual Autobiography from the Author of Lord of the World
by Msgr Robert Hugh Benson
Benson weaves those challenges into Confessions of a Convert as he examines his own life for the signs and wonders that illuminated his way. He was astonished at how the remote God of his Anglican upbringing drew close to him, igniting a fire in his to heart and a desire to know God on a deeper level. This transformation led him to the doorstep of the Catholic Church. Reluctant to venture further because he was known as an important figure in the Anglican world, Benson grappled with the sacrifices he would make, including the loss of his vocation, family, and friends. After the death of his father, Benson finally embraced the nearness of God found in the Eucharist.
He shows us that coming closer to Christ and his Church is not always neat and tidy. Benson’s humor and humility help bridge the century-long gap between his time and ours and he teaches us to embrace the questions, struggles, and falterings of our faith in a way that’s full of God’s love.
Paperback, size 8.5" x 5.5", 128 pages
Spiritual Bouquet
A Spiritual Bouquet for each day of the year. 366 inspiring New Testament quotes.
"Not by bread alone does man live, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God." (Mt. 4:4)
Vinyl cover, pocket size 5.75" x 3.3", 64 pages
For Every Day
by by St Alphonsus Liguori
compiled by Trent Beattie
Saint Alphonsus de Liguori (1696-1787), Doctor of the Church, was a legal savant who was awarded a double doctorate in civil and canon law at the age of sixteen. Born into a noble Italian family, St. Alphonsus soon abandoned his legal career to care for the poor and ill of Naples. In 1732 he founded a new missionary society, the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer (the “Redemptorists”). His literary career, surprisingly, did not begin until he was nearly fifty, but from that point on, his pen was never at rest, composing an unfathomable 111 works on areas covering apologetics, ecclesiastical discipline, dogmatic theology, ascetical theology, and moral theology.
This present book draws from many of St. Alphonsus’ works, in a reader-friendly “a-thought-a-day” format. Readable as well as humane and likeable, St. Alphonsus Liguori is a saint for all times, especially our own.
Paperback, size 8" x 5", 120 pages
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