Spiritual Life

'One of Fr. Faber\'s greatest books; and definitely his most encouraging; for it was written precisely to help us save our souls by "serving Jesus out of love;" for "everything comes easy to love." Gives us powerful motives for loving God. Says if we did; it would be with us as it was with Jacob working to earn the hand of Rachel: "Years would seem but days; for the greatness of our love." Makes a person feel rich to be a Catholic. This is Fr. Faber at his best! 323pp'

'For centuries, the promise of Eternal life has roused Saints to action and heroic virtue. St. Alphonsus Liguori gives us a timeless compass for our journey to Heaven. Written when the great Doctor of the Church was 77 years old, this treasury of reflections shines with the mature learning of a brilliant mind and a life filled with the study and service of God. The 45 short chapters cover a wide range of topics, including The Thought of Eternity, We Are Pilgrims on Earth, I Must One Day Die, The Mercy of God, Lukewarmness and Purity of Intention, and many more. St. Alphonsus Liguori at his best! 161pp'

'Lovely short anecdotes from the lives of the Saints, showing us in a warm, encouraging and inspiring way the importance of prayer and the ease with which we can all derive great benefits therefrom, without yet being Saints ourselves. Covers the meaning of the basic Catholic prayers; plus, the Mysteries of the Rosary and the wonders of the Mass. Written for all and all should read it. 234pp'

Discover the particular plan God has for your life. Learn what God's will is and how He reveals it in even the seemingly random events of your life. You'll see why you should love and trust in God's will, and you'll learn a sure method for discovering God's will in any situation. 147pp

'Based on the actual words of Our Lord to St. Gertrude as recorded in her famous Revelations. Shows little-known ways to gain great graces quickly and advance rapidly in divine love, especially by placing all of our own prayers in the Sacred Heart of Jesus, that they might be perfected and made more pleasing thereby. St. Gertrude is one of the greatest Saints in the Church, and here indeed are the secrets of a Saint! Impr. 224 pgs, PB 224pp'

The Summa simplified for everyone. Saint Thomas Aquinas's Summa Theologica is one of the most influential and significant works in the history of the world, but because of its' breadth and scope it is generally considered to be almost inaccessible to most readers. Until now. In My Way of Life Fathers Walter Farrell and Martin J. Healy champion a brilliant summation of the Thomistic doctrines that offers the reader an encounter with wisdom and the use of that wisdom in understanding and knowing our Lord and Redeemer Jesus Christ. My Way of Life presents small, concise portions of the Summa in a manageable format. This work will allow the reader to consider some of the highest thoughts of one of history's greatest minds and apply them to the modern world, including: \xe2\x80\xa2 The Oneness of God \xe2\x80\xa2 The nature of Angels (p. 63) \xe2\x80\xa2 The hierarchy of angels, demons, and humans (p. 121) \xe2\x80\xa2 Man's disposition to pursue happiness \xe2\x80\xa2 The Divine Life in man \xe2\x80\xa2 The Incarnation Jesus and its ramifications (p. 443) \xe2\x80\xa2 The Last Things (Death, Judgment, Heaven, and Hell) With My Way of Life the timelessness of the Summa is now accessible to all. In a world that seems to simultaneously advance in some areas and regress in others, the Summa Theologica powerfully reminds the reader that by definition, the true, and the good, and the beautiful never change. A portion of the proceeds from every purchase of this Confraternity of the Precious Blood title go directly to The Sisters Adorers of the Precious Blood in Brooklyn, NY to support them in their vocation. 630pp

' Explains how God is glorified by our resignation to His will even more than by our acts. An easy way to become not only holy but enjoy serenity in this life. This is a little book to keep people from despair; will bring consolation to anyone having trouble accepting his lot in life. 55pp, softcover, Impr. '

'Origionally published as: The secret of peace and happiness. 144pp'

This work consists of passages from Ven. Louis' works--principally his four masterpieces of spiritual theology: Book of Prayer and Meditation, The Sinner's Guide, Memorial of the Christian Life and Introduction to the Creed, plus his Compendium of Christian Doctrine. Selections are arranged by topic according the plan of the Summa Theologica of St. Thomas Aquinas. Ven. Louis of Granada was the favorite spiritual writer of St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross, St. Charles Borromeo, St. Francis de Sales, St. Vincent de Paul, St. Rose of Lima and others. 1,034pp, 3 Vol, softcover, Impr.

' This great classic has been changing lives for over 400 years. This is a rare self-taught edition that does not require a retreat master. Designed to make a person re-examine the direction his life is taking and seriously direct himself away from Hell and toward Heaven. Inspires one to make a new beginning. 568pp, softcover, Impr '

' Saint Benedict, father of western monasticism, is rather more known for his life and Rule than for a medal cast in his honor. Newly revised, updated and re-typeset. 140pp, sewn softcover. '

' Shows how prayer is the key to all holiness. Shows the hidden meanings of Scripture (especially the Song of Songs) as applied to prayer. Great insights on Catholic doctrine and holiness by a saint declared a Doctor of the Church in 1877. 342pp softcover '

'Written as Christ speaking to His disciples who engage in the active life. Short, powerful one-sentence messages. Profoun,; inspiring; sobering and insightful. Truly unusual and great! 200pp'

' Meditations on the seven times that Christ shed His Precious Blood, this book inspires a practical devotion to the Precious Blood: through praying the Rosary and chaplets dedicated to the Precious Blood, meditating on the Passion of Our Crucified Saviour, and prayerfully dedicating each day of the week to one of the seven different times Christ shed His Blood. '

By Msgr. Gaumé The holy Sign of the Cross is the most important prayer and symbol of our Christian faith. It is at once the image of Christ's passion, the sign of the redemption of all mankind, the awesome testament of the destruction of the power of the devil and of his kingdom on earth. The resurrection is the promise and seal and guarantee of eternal life which consummated the work of the Cross. Christians rejoice and the demons tremble to see the Sign of the Cross emblazoned everywhere as proof of Christ's victory over the world. Christ said "all power is given to me in heaven and on earth" and the Cross is the seat of that power. There is no place on earth where a person who makes the Sign of the Cross is not immediately recognized as a Catholic, and there is no miracle that has not been worked under this sign. It is the "nuclear bomb" of prayers and with it the faithful can clear away all enemies and temptations with the simplest of wordless gestures. Msgr. Gaumé has compiled a magnificent collection of history and commentary from the saints and fathers and doctors, as well as his own meditations and exhortations regarding this most powerful prayer. All Catholics should avail themselves of this information and make it fruitful in their own lives.

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Probably the greatest classic on surrendering our wills to Divine Providence (God's will). Filled with beautiful, penetrating insights, an incredibly rich store of Catholic wisdom. Shows how sanctity is to be attained amidst our common daily activities when performed to perfection and for the love of God. Written to help those who despair of ever becoming holy. 230pp, softcover, Impr.

'This book consists of fifteen discourses (four on Sins of the Tongue, three on Envy and Jealousy, two on Rash Judgments, two on Christian Patience, and four on Grace) that were originally talks given to laywomen of his diocese in the late 19th century. At the beginning the good Archbishop says \xc2\xbfI propose, my children, to give you some instructions on the tongue, and the faults which it causes us to commit. I shall commence today by speaking of the power and beauty of that organ, of the noble use which ought to be made of it, and of the many advantages we may derive from it.\xc2\xbf There is precious little teaching on the topics covered in these instructions which is accessible to the average man and woman of today. 268pp'

This is a story about family and friends with many moral lessons about coping with sickness and doing what is right. We are reminded that we never know when it is our time to be called home to honour our Heavenly Father. 266 pages. Written by H.M. Ross and published by Benziger Brothers with a 1908 copyright.

' Few realize that a person can pursue a truly supernatural vocation by consecrating himself or herself to perpetual celibacy while yet living in the world. Here Fr. Unger describes the main guidelines for such a religious vocation, showing the nature and the manner of dedicating oneself to it. The author gives the history in the Church of consecrated celibate living, plus some basic helps in safeguarding purity in such a life. Based on the Pope Pius XII encyclical On Holy Virginity, this book shows that the consecrated life in the world is just one more example of the rich Tradition of the Church in providing for the needs of all her children. '

'Archbishop Goodier published these 50 Meditations in 1925. In his author\xc2\xbfs preface he wrote \xc2\xbfThese notes were written a long time ago in Lent, 1909. At the time a certain religious, now dead, used often to speak with me about prayer, and about the labor she had experienced in prayer. I used to notice how easily she would fly along a line of contemplation if the tiniest suggestion were made to her, and several times I ventured to make such suggestions in the shape of points for meditation. The points here collected were written for this purpose. They were written for two only; but others who have seen them have found them useful and have asked that they may be printed. If they are a help to any in prayer, I can only be grateful to our Lord.\xc2\xbf 60pp'

Twelve sermons on key aspects of the Christian life given during Lent, 1622--fasting, how to resist temptation, the danger of losing one's soul, living faith vs. dead or dying faith, Christian attitude toward death, proper conduct in illness, God\\'s special providence toward those living a spiritual life, the hidden meanings of Our Lord's Passion, eternal happiness, mutual charity, etc. Impr. 230 pgs, PB 226pp

After the Bible, The Imitation is the all-time favorite book of Catholics for over 500 years. And this translation of Bishop Challoner, who revised the Douay-Rheims Bible in the 1740's, is the most beautiful and edifying we know of. Speaks to the soul of every Christian, reminding him of the shortness of time, the length of eternity and the brevity of earthly joy vs. the eternity of happiness with God. Belongs in every Catholic's library. Impr. 427 pgs, PB

'The most beautiful, simple, inspiring statement of practical Catholic wisdom any of us will likely ever read. Gain spiritual wisdom from a saint who made it to heaven\xe2\x80\x94one who, as a parish priest, had the duty to care for souls like ours. Learn why so many souls went to the Cure of Ars while he was alive, and even more pray to him now that he is in heaven. An extremely popular booklet. 79pp'

Masterful combination of theological principles and practical application regarding divine love - the subject of Our Lord's first and greatest commandment. Based on Scripture, the Fathers, St. Thomas. An acknowledged classic which goes to the heart of our religion. 555pp, softcover

' Great Carmelite classic which describes the 7 "Mansions" of the spiritual life, from beginner to Mystical Marriage. Covers early struggles, aridity in prayer, sweetness in prayer, Prayer of Quiet, Prayer of Union, practice of virtue, visions, locutions, raptures, much more. 307pp, softcover, Impr. '

' 19 brief instructions on a variety of timeless spiritual topics, including remedies for getting rid of the devil, keeping him always at bay, and discerning true from false revelations. Written by St Vincent Ferrer who raised over thirty dead people to life and who converted twenty-five thousand Jews, thousands of Mohammedans, and countless thousands of heretics and sinners of all kinds. 36pp softcover '

'The Gift of Oneself discusses the giving of oneself completely to God, holding back nothing for ourselves. And in return, Almighty God in a special way concerns Himself with the sanctification of our souls and the care of our temporal needs. Jesus will work wonders in a soul so given over to Him, for He is the best of all spiritual directors. Those who read this book derive a great feeling of peace and security from it. The Gift of Oneself will be a surprise and a delight to those generous souls who are ready to embark upon a secure and rewarding spiritual life! 178pp'

' The author discusses the spirituality of the Catholic priesthood and of the Christian spirit essentially bound to the great prayer of Our Lord which His sacrifice on the Cross expresses externally. 73pp pb '

Hear Christ speak to you like never before. My Daily Bread is a series of short, daily reflections on the spiritual life. Written with loving care by Father Anthony Paone, this devotional will strengthen your love for Christ and his teachings. Written as a dialogue with Christ himself, Father Paone leads the reader through the three ways of the spiritual life: Purification, Imitation, and Union. Arranged for daily reflection, this pocket-sized book is an indispensible guide to the spiritual life. My Daily Bread overflows with reflections and prayers specifically designed to help you grow in the spiritual life and overcome failings, including: \xe2\x80\xa2 How to cultivate, recognize, and follow your conscience (p. 18) \xe2\x80\xa2 A contemplation of the Four Last Things that will help keep our focus on the eternal (p.25) \xe2\x80\xa2 The power of prayer as the first remedy to temptation (p. 99) \xe2\x80\xa2 A detailed guide on how to conquer a host of bad habits (p. 153) \xe2\x80\xa2 How to overcome our fear of suffering and instead embrace it as Christ embraced it (p. 203) \xe2\x80\xa2 How to live for Christ daily through spiritual reading, prayer, overcoming distractions, and cultivating devotions \xe2\x80\xa2 Achieving union with Christ through the Eucharist (p. 382) \xe2\x80\xa2 And much more\xe2\x80\xa6 Each daily reflection begins with Jesus speaking directly to you, kindly, patiently, and with great love. The next part of the reflection asks you to consider the truths presented in the words of Jesus. The final part consists of a prayer asking for God for the help to receive His wisdom and use it fruitfully in your life. With more than one million copies sold, My Daily Bread is a true Christian classic. It's simple, yet carefully crafted daily reflections have led thousands to a drastically improved interior life and a deeper love for Christ. A portion of the proceeds from every purchase of this Confraternity of the Precious Blood title go directly to The Sisters Adorers of the Precious Blood in Brooklyn, NY to support them in their vocation. 439pp

My Daily Life is the follow-up title, and natural complement to Father Paone's indispensible My Daily Bread. While the latter focused on the interior life, My Daily Life focuses on the exterior life, offering practical advice on daily living and getting to the heart of human nature. This powerful little volume will help you navigate a world that is \xe2\x80\x9cno paradise, neither\xe2\x80\xa6an utter hell.\xe2\x80\x9d My Daily Life offers sound advice on a host of daily struggles, including: \xe2\x80\xa2 How to strive for earthly fulfillment within the bounds of reason, reality, and morality (p. 12) \xe2\x80\xa2 How to overcome our insecurity in a world that we cannot control (p. 59) \xe2\x80\xa2 How to achieve self-possession by controlling undue anger (p. 87) \xe2\x80\xa2 How to face life with a realistic outlook and avoid being overly emotional (p. 122) \xe2\x80\xa2 How the theological virtue of hope can benefit us in our earthly goals as well (p .273) \xe2\x80\xa2 And much more\xe2\x80\xa6 Father Paone presents the readings in \xe2\x80\x9cbite-sized\xe2\x80\x9d portions that make it easy to maintain a daily devotional schedule. This convenient, palm-sized book is overflowing with common sense, compassion, and holiness. The passages in the book will help transform belief into realization, and theory into practice. My Daily Life is an essential and relatively unknown part of the canon of great Catholic literature. My Daily Life is a practical guide that will help you to persevere in the holy resolutions which you make at the time of confession, Holy Communion, missions, retreats, or any moment of grace. A portion of proceeds from every purchase of this Confraternity of the Precious Blood title go directly to The Sisters Adorers of the Precious Blood in Brooklyn, NY to support them in their vocation. 315pp

The essence of our faith is the Good News of Jesus Christ. My Meditation on the Gospel traces the events of Our Lord's life through all four Gospels. This pocket daily devotional puts the reader in the footsteps of an early follower of Christ watching the events of the Gospel unfold. Father James Sullivan recounts the details of the Gospel with a gentle hand and rich historical details. These carefully crafted meditations allow the reader to feel the joys and sorrows of Christ's life, from his public ministry to his Passion, Death, and Resurrection. Father Sullivan brings the eternal Word of God to bear on the daily struggles of contemporary life. The daily readings end with a practical reflection and a contextual prayer for God's grace to deal with modern day anxieties and hopes. This feature-packed little book includes: \xe2\x80\xa2 Iconic pencil drawings featuring scenes from the life of Christ as well as depictions of modern man encountering Our Lord \xe2\x80\xa2 Meditations and prayers on every major event of Jesus' life from across all four gospels \xe2\x80\xa2 Beautiful prayers that will help us align our will with Christ's will as exposed in his Word. \xe2\x80\xa2 Reflections on the gospels that will encourage us to live the Good News in our everyday lives \xe2\x80\xa2 And much more\xe2\x80\xa6 Only by prayerfully considering the Gospel and its meaning on a daily basis can we draw ourselves closer to unity with Jesus. My Meditation on the Gospel is the ideal book for careful, daily study of God's Word. A portion of the proceeds from every purchase of this Confraternity of the Precious Blood title go directly to The Sisters Adorers of the Precious Blood in Brooklyn, NY to support them in their vocation. 627pp

' Teaches how to offer the Precious Blood to the Father to atone for sins and obtain all graces and blessings for themselves and others. Includes inspiring promises of Our Lord; intriguing stories from lives of Saints; poignant revelations of Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich on the scourging of Christ - plus many classic Catholic prayers. This booklet opens up hearts to love Jesus and puts souls in touch with the spiritual riches of His Precious Blood. '

A book to help us determine what God's will really is; why we should conform our wills to His and see in this conformity our greatest good--for like it or not; we do have to live with God's holy will anyway. Brings great solace! 176pp

Contains Letters from 1578 to 1582 Includes Biographical Sketches, Sources for the Biographical Sketches and Index. More Information This second and final volume of St. Teresa's correspondence begins with the year 1578, a most troubling time for Teresa. A keen observer of the reality around her as well as within, Teresa in these letters focuses light on many of the struggles in both the Carmelite order and the church of sixteenth-century Spain. She introduces us to major personalities who have left their mark on history. Through her letters historians gain a better knowledge of the chronology of events in Teresa's life and how she related to the diverse people she had dealings with. A number of everyday particulars that compilers and editors of those times considered unimportant are today prized. Her worries, her troubles and triumphs, her expressions of sadness and joy, are all present here. With a compelling spontaneity, these letters disclose a Teresa in a complex variety of circumstances. The extraordinary gifts of grace bestowed by God on this Spanish Madre fortified her for a demanding ministry of service which entailed heavy responsibilities and that drew her contemplative soul into a whirl of activities. Because of the limited means of travel and communication in the sixteenth century, the organization of a reform like hers, with its unavoidable business matters, had to be dealt with chiefly through correspondence, a chafing duty that became one of Teresa's greatest trials. She often repeated that letter-writing was her biggest burden, a wearisome task that cost her more than all the miserable roads and bad weather experienced on her journeys through Spain. With its endnotes, biographical sketches, and above all, fresh translation, this second volume of Teresa's Collected Letters opens again another door into the fascinating world of this saint, one of the greatest women history has known. 661pp