Spiritual Life

Immersed in the Waters of Life

By Fr. Joseph Diermeier

Simply put, this warm, engaging little book will make you want to pray. Shows how easy and profitable it is to learn to speak heart-to-heart with the One who loves us immensely. Each chapter contains examples from saints and holy persons, hints on “how to,” insights from the Scriptures, passages on prayer from the Catechism on the Catholic Church, and reflection questions.

(Item 3257, 61 pp.  Softcover)

Price $7.95

Thanksgiving After Communion

By Fr. Christopher Rengers, OFM Cap.

Who could be present at the Last Supper or stand on Calvary, or touch the Risen Body of Christ, and not feel the need of a quiet interlude to assimilate the experience? This booklet explains why a period of recollection after Mass can be the only appropriate response to what has happened at the altar.

(Item 3256, 28 pp. Softcover

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Dominus Est: It is the Lord

By Bishop Athanasius Schneider

Recommended by Cardinal Arinze. A clarion call for the deep reverence due to the Holy Eucharist. Examines the Church’s Eucharistic practices throughout her history and encourages attitudes and postures of adoration. Begins with moving stories of heroic Eucharistic apostles from the Soviet underground.

(Item 3411, , 63 pp.  Softcover)

Price $8.00

Loving the Holy Mass

By Fr. Edward G. Maristany

Do you go to Mass because you have to, or because you love the Mass? In personable and straightforward style, Fr. Maristany opens the reader’s eyes to the wonders of the love given and received at every Mass. Short, easy to read, and very affordable, this small book engages the reader with stories and quotes from the saints which will light the fire of desire for the Mass in your heart.

(Item 3269, , 62 pp.  Softcover)

Price $3.00

The Spiritual Doctrine of the Little Flower

By Fr. Peter Stravinskas

A collection of five homilies, delivered for various occasions at Carmelite monasteries, on some of the major themes of the Little Flower’s spiritual message. Introduces the reader to St. Therese’s thoughts on a wide range of topics: the nature of faith, the meaning of holiness, the place of Sacred Scripture in a believer’s life, the centrality of the Eucharist, our duty to respect and pray for priests, the importance of evangelization, and others. Excellent for personal reading and reflection on retreats or days of recollection, or as the basis for discussion in third order or prayer groups. Great introduction to St. Therese for high school religious education classes or adult education programs. Can provide a springboard to a more direct and extensive reading of the Little Flower’s works themselves. As the author points out in his preface, “The wonderful thing about St. Therese’s style is that she was able to present very profound theological concepts in very simple language—the sign of a truly great teacher."

(Item 3266, , 50 pp.  Softcover)

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Advent Meditations - Helps to "Wait in Joyful Hope."

By Fr. Peter Stravinskas

A great aid for both busy and not-so-busy people who would like to make the most of the Joyful season of waiting for the Lord. Brief but thought-provoking and prayer-inspiring daily meditations based on the Mass readings for Advent. Includes space after each meditation for your own notes and reflections.

(Item 3270, 75 pp.  Softcover)

Price $8.00

Lenten Meditations

By Fr. Peter Stravinskas

From Ash Wednesday through Holy Week, another spiritual treasurehouse of inspiration. Contains daily reflections for the season, drawing on the Last Seven Words of Christ, the Easter Vigil and Easter Sunday liturgies.

(Item 3271, , 160 pp.  Softcover)

Price $9.00

Catholic Prayer Book

By Fr. John Hardon.

Do you want to make serious progress in prayer and holiness? Turn to a master spiritual guide, Fr. John A. Hardon! Beautiful leatherettebound volume of old favorites and new offerings • Preparation for the sacraments • Benediction prayers and hymns in Latin and English • Prayers to many different saints • Rosary meditations, Stations of the Cross • Divine Mercy devotions • Many litanies; novenas for various feasts • Extensive counsels for perfection • Prayers for every occasion! • 488 pp.

“Contained in the Catholic Prayer Book are all those familiar prayers you might once have known, all those devotional prayers and litanies appropriate to a humble Catholic spirituality, and many of the often-quoted words of Sacred Scripture and the Saints.... this is not the book to be set on the bookshelf next to other spiritual books, but the one to be carried and used, thumbed and worried at the corners... The one to have and to treasure.”
--Bishop Fabian W. Bruskewitz

(Item 3211, 488 pp. Regular Print (with ribbons) 4 1/4 X 6 1/4)
(Item 3047, 488 pp. Large Print (no ribbons) 4 1/2 X 7)

A Scriptural Rosary

Beautiful classical art image of each of the 20 mysteries, along with meditations from the Pope’s encyclical on the Rosary and the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and a Scripture quotation for each Hail Mary. For those learning to pray the Rosary, includes instructions on how to say it. A wonderful resource!

(Item 3085, 64 pp. Softcover)

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Praying With the Universal Church

Pope Benedict XVI has asked all Catholics to learn certain basic prayers, by heart, in both Latin and their native language. Here is a most useful collection of these prayers, with Latin on one side and English on the other. With this booklet you can even say the Rosary in Latin—the prayers and mysteries are included!

(Item 3252, 31 pp. Softcover)

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Prolife Stations of the Cross

By Fr. Thomas G. Morrow

Beautiful stained-glass image of each station prefaces a stirring meditation on the prolife aspect of that station. The fifth station offers this thought: “O wounded Lord, help us to see You in those troubled mothers who seem to walk alone with their unborn child in this world. And, having seen You, let us glory in sharing their burden and helping them to love their child.”

(Item 0135, 32 pp. Softcover)

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To Know Him: Vol. I
The Way, the Truth, and the Life, A Treasury of Theology for the Laity

By Fr. Paul A. Duffner, OP.

A big book packed with small theological treasures. For over 20 years, Dominican Fr. Duffner authored essays for the laity in the newsletter of the Confraternity of the Holy Rosary. This book is a collection of these gems. Wisdom-filled suggestions on how to pray better, how to meditate on the mysteries of the Rosary, how to gain indulgences, how to look at the disputed historical origins of the Rosary, how to profit from life’s sufferings, and much more. Read one article a day or choose those which most interest you. Fr. Duffner shines the light of St. Thomas Aquinas, Sacred Scripture and Tradition, and words of the Popes on the most fundamental truths of Catholic faith and morals. Great homily ideas for priests as well.

(Item 3092, 414 pp. Softcover)

Price $19.95

To Know Him: Vol. II

By Fr. Paul A. Duffner, OP.

This new volume is a gold mine of articles covering the nature of God, Divine Providence, Christ the Redeemer, the role of Our Lady in Redemption, grace and the Christian virtues, and the four last things: death, judgment, Heaven and Hell. Great reflection material for retreats or spiritual reading and study.

(Item 3274, 373 pp. Softcover)

Price $19.95

An Open Letter to My Brother Priests

By Fr. Peter Stravinskas

A small booklet--born of years of observation and experience--of hints on how priests can achieve greater holiness, wholeness and effectiveness. Offers tips on prayer, work, study, witness, celibacy, gratitude, generosity, confession, devotion to Our Lady, and other topics.

(Item 3229, 30 pp. Softcover)

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True Devotion to St. Joseph and the Church

By Fr. Dominic De Domenico, O.P.

Find the short and easy way to go to Mary and Jesus! Shows the Scriptural prefigurations of Jesus’ foster father and explains the great need for devotion to St. Joseph in this time in which the image of fatherhood is so damaged. Complete with consecration preparation suggestions, including many litanies and beautiful prayers. Recommended to all the cardinals in the Vatican by the papal theologian.

(Item 3071, 336 pp. Softcover

Price $15.95

Preparation for Confession and Communion

By Fr. Fredrick Miller...

... well-known theologian and retreat master. Shows you how to draw the most profit from your reception of these two vital sacraments. Part I contains a brief, clear explanation of confession, an examination of conscience, and the act of contrition along with other confession prayers. Part II briefly explains the Mass, the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, how to prepare for Communion, and its effects on the soul. Offers prayers for before and after Communion. Great for pocket or purse.

(Item 3016, 32 pp. Softcover)

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Stations of the Cross

By Fr. Fredrick Miller

Beautiful color paintings illustrate Fr. Miller’s meditations on each of the four teen stations. Each meditation enriched with relevant Scripture quotes. Traditional prayers accompany text. Good for parish or personal use. Perfect size for pocket or purse. Great for Lent or devotions anytime.

(Item 3044, 32 pp. Softcover)

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