St Francis of Assisi
by Amy Steedman
Engaging stories for children of:
Ages: 9+
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 162 pages, attractively illustrated
by Edward M. Long
This illustrated work for children narrates one of the most extraordinary incidents in the life of Saint Francis of Assisi, his heroic act to save the village of Gubbio from a ravenous wolf. Since Saint Francis loved God and lived a virtuous life, God used him as an instrument to tame the wolf and save the village.
Age range: 9-12 years
Booklet, size 11" x 8.5", 22 pages
Rev. Clementine Deymann, O.F.M.
From the Preface: For twenty years St. Francis’ Manual for the Third Order Secular, compiled by the late Father Clementine Deymann, O.F.M., was regarded with favour, and extensively used by the Religious Directors and members of Tertiary Fraternities. Yet, there were some objections to the size and arrangement of the book. In this edition the publishers have aimed to reduce the size, without omitting anything essential, and to make the arrangement more convenient for use. The First Part treats exclusively of the Third Order and matters of spiritual progress. The Second Part is intended to serve as a Prayer-book, not only for Tertiaries, but for Catholics generally. We join in the Compiler’s devout wish: “May this Manual add its mite to propagate the Third Order. In this desire it is laid as a filial gift, at the feet of the great Patriarch St. Francis of Assisi.”
Paperback, 583 pages. Impr 1896.
by Jason Millet
The Saints Chronicles bring vividly to life the stories of courageous Christians from the earliest days of Christianity to modern times. All five volumes of this Graphic Novel Series are packed with engaging texts and dramatic images that captivate and inspire readers of all ages.
In this second volume, you'll dive into the life of Christianity's boldest heroes of the Faith, including:
- St. Nicholas, the orphaned boy who generously ministered to the sick and the poor, and eventually became the wise and just bishop of Myra.
- St. Francis of Assisi, the rough soldier who put down his weapons, renounced his possessions, and went on to establish two great religious orders.
- St. Brigid of Ireland, the young girl who fled from an impending, arranged marriage to become a nun, and devote her life completely to the Lord.
- St. Pachomius, the Roman soldier who became a Christian and ventured into the Egyptian desert to pray, establishing there numerous monasteries.
- St. Anne Line, the gentle Catholic convert in the Protestant England who was arrested and cruelly executed for hiding fellow Catholics from murderous anti-Catholic government agents.
The stirring adventures of these brave Christian souls remind us that God has in mind for each of us a unique mission, worthy of all our imagination and all our daring.
Appealing to readers of all ages, these five Graphic Novels will enhance literacy and promote content retention while introducing Catholic saints in a form that can be enjoyed again and again.
Paperback, size 10.25" x 6.5", 120 pages
by Frank M. Rega
A book greatly needed in our era of false ecumenism! Tells the authentic story of St. Francis' trip to the Sultan in Egypt and efforts to convert him to the One True Faith. Also includes a brief biography of St. Francis; including his stigmata; the Franciscans; St. Clare; and St. Francis' opinion on the Crusades.
Paperback, 176 pages
by Dona Emilia Pardo Bazan
Much more than simply another life of Saint Francis, this book will dazzle and enthrall, and educate all readers, from the most erudite to those who have only rudimentary knowledge of (or interest in) the life of one of the greatest and most exceptional saints. Aptly titled, this author provides the reader with a deeply spiritual and radically historical framework in which she illumines the uniqueness of this soul and the depths of the effects upon the world produced by the sanctity of this one human being who cooperated so magnanimously with the ever present grace of God.
Paperback, size 8.5" x 5.5", 434 pages
Sitxty-three Saints of the Western Church from the First to the Twentieth Century
by Hugh Ross Williamson
Sixty-three Saints of the Western Church from the 1st to the 20th Century Saints are the men and women who best love Christ and His Church.
They may be kings or queens, statesmen or soldiers, scholars, visionaries, workmen or beggars. They teach us the real meaning of human history, and they show us how to live in any walk of life or set of circumstances.
Many of these saints were martyrs, killed in periods of persecution. Others died trying to bring the knowledge of Christ to pagan tribes. Yet others built up the Church through their example and their teaching, but were never called upon to shed their blood.
| St James the Greater | St Denis | St Helen | St Ambrose of Milan | St Germain |
| St Patrick | St Genevieve | St Brigid of Ireland | St Benedict | St Gregory the Great |
| St Columba of Iona | St Hermengild | St Isidore of Seville | St Aiden | St Audry (Etheldreda) |
| St Cuthbert of Lindisfarne | St Giles | St Boniface | St Eulogius of Cordova | St Swithun |
| St Wenceslaus | St Wolfgang | Sts Henry & Cunegund | St Edward the Confessor | St Benno of Meissen |
| St Gregory VII | St Norbert | St Bernard of Clairvaux | St Thomas of Canterbury | St Hildegard |
| St Hugh of Lincoln | St Francis of Assisi | St Dominic | St Anthony of Padua | St Elizabeth of Hungary |
| St Willebold | St Louis IX | St Albert the Great | St Thomas Aquinas | Bl Ramon Lull |
| St Elizabeth the Peacemaker | St Catherine of Siena | St John Nepomucene | St Bernadine of Siena | St Joan of Arc |
| St Jerome Emiliani | St Thomas More | St Ignatius Loyola | St John of God | St Francis Xavier |
| St Teresa of Avila | St Peter Canisius | Bl Edmund Campion | St Camillus de Lellis | St Vincent de Paul |
| St Alphonsus Liguori | St Benedict Joseph Labre | The Cure d'Ars | St Bernadette | St John Bosco |
| St Therese of Lisieux | St Pius X | St Frances Xavier Cabrini |
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 239 pages
by Joseph's Studio
St Francis Water font from Joseph's Studio is crafted by master artisans with incredibly attention to detail. This font makes an incredible gift all year long.
- Distressed cement look & feel!
- 9.75"H
- Includes keyhole on back for hanging
- Resin/Stone Mix
Joseph's Studio collection offers the highest quality and most intricately designed religious figurines, statues, busts and more. They are each hand-painted and made of the best materials.
by Joseph's Studio
- Material: Resin/Stone Mix
- Dimensions: 8.5"H x 4.5"W x 3.75"D
- Gift box
by Joseph's Studio
- Material: Resin/Stone Mix
- Dimensions: 9.75"H x 4.5"W x 3.75"D
- Gift box
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
As a child, the mother of Francis told him stories about the Infant Jesus and His Mother. He learned to love the poverty of Jesus and wanted to be poor like Jesus. As he grew older he made a promise to never refuse to help the poor. He gave a beggar his fine clothes and wore those of the beggar. He returned to his father all that belonged to him, including the rich clothes he wore. He lived a life of poverty and penance, owning nothing and serving God in holy joy.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
The Seraphic Order
A Traditional Franciscan Book of Saints
by Fr Marion A. Habig, OFM and Sr Aquinas Barth
Among the followers of St. Francis there were saints and teachers who were endowed by God with a natural and supernatural kinship with their holy founder. They developed the Franciscan spirituality which had its origin in the simple practical life and the rules of St. Francis; and they gave further, clearer expression to it both by their lives and their writings. Thus they pointed out the characteristic traits of Franciscan spirituality, both in a practical and a theoretical way.
Concerning the distinctive features of Franciscan spirituality, as contained in the Franciscan tradition, suffice it to say that its essence is doctrinal Christocentrism and practical imitation of Christ, conformity with Christ, prompted by love. Distinctive aspects of Franciscan piety are childlike love of God, our Father, devotion to the Humanity of Christ, His Sacred Heart, the Holy Eucharist, the mysteries of the Nativity and the Passion, His Virgin Mother Mary, and reverence for the Catholic priesthood. Franciscan love of God finds expression also in charity to our fellowmen, understanding them as our brothers, especially in aid to the poor and sick and in apostolic zeal for souls, Christian and pagan. Total poverty detaches the Franciscan soul from creatures, but at the same time it recognizes God in created things and uses the latter to mount to God. Emphasis is placed on the will, and hence on love and action above speculation. The atmosphere in which the Franciscan spirit develops is one of individual freedom of the spirit, absence of coercive and confining methods, love of enterprise, and a sense of realism. On the path of this traditional Franciscan way of life many have attained sainthood.
Thus, The Seraphic Order, which recounts their lives and virtues, can well serve as a practical textbook of Franciscan spirituality.
Paperback, 1026 pages
Also available in Hardcover upon request (additional cost)
In the ages of knight and kings, Francis' wish was to become a mighty warrior and conquer a mighty castle! One day he gave up everything to follow the Gospel. This deep faith and humility brought about a change in himself, his friends, his town and the Church.
Running time 30 mins, animated, DVD Region 1 (USA)