Spiritual Life

Achieving Chastity in a Pornographic World

By Fr. Thomas Morrow

Available November. Father Thomas Morrow, author of Christian Courtship in an Oversexed World, now gives us a new book for those seeking to be chaste and for those who love and advise them. Dr. William May calls this book “eminently practical,” one that gives “great hope” to people struggling with sexual temptations and addictions. “...effectively brings spirituality and morality together with the best contemporary psychological thinking.” – Fr. Benedict Groeschel, CFR “Father Morrow concentrates on presenting a spiritual strategy which will help the person on the long road back to inner freedom. That strategy includes not only deep honesty with one’s self but also a life of reflective prayer, known as prayer of the heart.” – Father John F. Harvey, OSFS, Founder of Courage

(Item 3261, 48 pp. Softcover)

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Christian Courtship in an Oversexed World

By Fr. Thomas Morrow

Shows how beautiful—and possible—a Catholic courtship can be. Covers it all, from where to find a “spouse-worthy” mate to planning the wedding. Time-tested advice on problems that all young people encounter in relationships today.

(Item 0273, 320 pp. Softcover)

Price $13.95

Holy Hour with Jesus

By Msgr. Anthony La Femina.

Available November. This holy hour booklet is so rich – a great tool to inspire greater devotion to and love for the Holy Eucharist through prayer and meditation on the truths about this greatest of all gifts. It contains the traditional prayers and hymns for Benediction and the Litanies of the Holy Name of Jesus, the Most Precious Blood and the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. Prayerful meditations focus on the Eucharist as Presence, as Sacrifice-Sacrament, and as our Sustenance. Adorers in private prayer and priests in holy hour services can use it as it is or select parts in order to focus on one aspect of the Holy Eucharist.

(Item 3260, 40 pp. Softcover

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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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Fount of Love
Eucharistic Reflections

By Fr. Bryce Sibley

A wonderful aid to Eucharistic devotion and adoration. Contains 50 short, easy to read meditations, each presenting an original way of looking at Jesus’ greatest gift of love. Reflections drawn from Scripture, sacred art, Catholic literature, the words of Pope John Paul II, and everyday life.

(Item 3099, 24 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: The Way, the Truth, and the Life, A Treasury of Theology for the Laity

By Fr. Paul A. Duffner,

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

An Open Letter to My Brother Priests

By Fr. Peter Stravinskas

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 3229, 30 pp. Softcover)

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Gate of Heaven: The Holy Eucharist

Br Fr. Brian Mullady, O.P.

Amid the confusion and abuses rampant today, this booklet helps to reaffirm faith in what the Church has always taught about the Eucharist. A meditation to clarify and strengthen devotion to the greatest mystery of the Church on earth, the Real Presence. “Wherever the Mass is celebrated we must say, ‘How awesome is this place! This is none other than the house of God and the gate of heaven!’”

(Item 3098, 24 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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The Immaculate Conception of the Mother of God

Br Fr. Fredrick L. Miller, STD.

Written in honor of the 150th anniversary of the proclamation of the dogma of Mary’s conception free from all sin. In a loving and reverent way, Fr. Miller examines the theological background and historical progression of the Church’s teaching and its impact on our lives, progress ing to a meditation on the theme of True Devotion to Mary. Excellent for personal meditation on this great mystery.

(Item 3096, 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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