The Devil and Karl Marx: Communism’s Long March of Death, Deception, and Infiltration Paul Kengor "Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them…For we are not contending against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world rulers of this present darkness, against the spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly place.” — Ephesians 5:11-6:12 In 1837, Karl Marx wrote: “My soul, once true to God, / is chosen for Hell.”While many think the danger of communism has passed, The Devil and Karl Marx proves otherwise. In this book, Paul Kengor describes the demonic nature of communist ideology and how it still exists in our world. Kengor covers all the things you need to know about the present danger of Marxism, including: Karl Marx’s influence historically The Bolshevik war on religion and the Church’s response The Church’s teachings on Atheism and Communism The way Marxism has infiltrated and manipulated members of the Church The way communism influences radicals today
The Dogma of HellFr. F. X. Schouppe, SJ “The Dogma of Hell is the most terrible truth of our faith. There is a Hell. We are as sure of it as of the existence of God, the existence of the sun. Nothing in fact, is more clearly revealed than the Dogma of Hell.” —Fr. François Xavier Schouppe, S.J. Many people have contemplated the joys of Heaven, but few Catholics take the dogma of Hell as seriously as they should. Hell is certainly not a topic to be taken lightly, and renowned French theologian Fr. Schouppe, S.J., gives the topic the thoroughness it deserves. Detachment from sin is difficult, but his explanations of the Church’s teachings on Hell show you why it is so important. Hell, the necessary consequence of sin, demonstrates the horror of sin and what it does to our souls. If you can begin to understand the terror of Hell, then you can also begin to free yourself from sinful habits.
From the Big Theology for Little Hearts Series, an Illustrated Kid’s Book about the Holy Spirit Help kids understand and love the third person of the Trinity with a fun, illustrated board book that clearly explains the nature of the Holy Spirit. With colorful, modern illustrations and words that are simple for little ones to understand, this book helps parents teach kids important truths about Pentecost, the gifts of the Spirit, sanctification, and more. Fun Board Book: Perfect for ages 1–6Simple and Vibrant Illustrations: Capture your child’s attention with colorful, symbolic imagesEasy-to-Understand Definitions: Teaches important words and ideas from the BibleGreat Gift for Families: Helps parents talk about big topics with children at home and set a foundation for faith early in life. Dimensions7 x 0.5 x 7 inches
The Imitation of Christ (Zipper Edition) Thomas à KempisAfter the Bible, The Imitation of Christ is the all-time favorite book of Catholics throughout the world. And of the English editions, none can equal this inspiring translation by Bishop Richard Challoner. This new, revised edition features a gold-stamped, bonded leather case with zipper, gilded pages and classic Gustave Doré images from the Life of Christ, making it a beautiful and durable devotional companion. This book speaks to the soul of every true Christian, reminding us of the fleeting nature of earthly joy as opposed to the eternity of happiness with God.The guide of the saints since it first appeared in 1418, it was the sole spiritual reading of St. Therese of Lisieux, who loved it and knew it by heart.
The Liberty Threat Attack on Religious Freedom The Liberty Threat is both a chilling wake-up and a clear call to action for Christians everywhere. Author James Tonkowic Dmin Americans are losing what are supposed to be constitutionally promised rights at an alarming pace. The Founding Fathers understood the overriding essentiality of religious practice unimpeded by governmental authority, but time and vast cultural change has eroded this from the consciences of modern politicians. The struggle for the right to worship freely has been present since the time of the Roman Empire. By looking at how the Ancient Christian world relates to the failures of our own Supreme Court, it is possible to see what has led to so much government interference in personal religious beliefs in the name of "equality." As we watch America teeter ever closer to the brink of moral collapse and prejudice against religion becomes even more institutionalized, one question always surfaces: How can we stop this? In The Liberty Threat, James Tonkowich explores the history of Christian philosophy from the Church's infancy through the birth of America and how it influenced religious liberty. With powerful examples fresh from today's courts, Tonkowich illustrates just how the rigid separation of Church and state has created a world that is hostile to true faith.
The Life and Revelations of Ann Catherine Emmerich Vol 1Fr. K. E, Schmoger, CSsRBeatified in 2004 by Saint John Paul II, Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich stands as a staunch sign of contradiction to the modern world's misguided rationalism and disbelief. She lived at a time when the Church was under complete temporal assault, with impiety on the rise and political losses abounding, all of which made her life of suffering, piety, and special graces all the more potent.Recorded by Fr. Carl E. Schmoeger in the latter half of the 1800s,The Life and Revelations of Anne Catherine Emmerich shows the virtues of this pious nun, which far exceed the visions, revelations, and stigmata she received. Here is the story of a classically holy Bride of Christ: she was sickly, zealous, and extremely charitable; she lacked any self-interest, which made it all the more difficult for her when her visions and supernatural sufferings became public knowledge. Her divine favors, wondrously recounted in this biography, included visions of the lives of Our Lord and Our Lady, as well as the stigmata and other wounds of grace.
The Life of St Joseph as seen by the mysticsSaint Joseph stands close to Jesus and Mary at the heart of the gospel story but remains largely in the background, silent and steady and, as such, Christians throughout the ages have pondered deeply this mystery that is Joseph. There has been much speculation about the unknown details of his life, and several mystics were granted visions that portrayed the hidden days—both the ordinary and the extraordinary. This book weaves together into a single narrative numerous episodes from five such visionaries: Saint Bridget of Sweden, Servant of God Marina de Escobar, Venerable Mary of Ágreda, Venerable Maria Cecilia Baij, and Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich.
The Miraculous Medal: The Story of Our Lady's Appearances to St. Catherine LaboureMary Fabyan WindeattThis wonderful story captures what happened when the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to St. Catherine Laboure and the beginning of the Miraculous Medal.
The Mysteries of the Rosary – Joyful, Luminous, Sorrowful and Glorious Blessed Anne Catherine EmmerichThe Most Holy Rosary is one of the greatest prayers in the history of the Church. It is a prayer for the people, to be said over and over, This book, however, stands as a unique work, arranged through the eyes of the great mystic, Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich. Discover her magnificent and terrifying visions that will bring the Rosary to life and help you to more fully contemplate the lives of Jesus and Mary in this great prayer.
The PENNY CATECHISM” A CATECISM OF CHRISTIAN DOCTRINE Also known as A Catechism of Christian Doctrine, this pocket sized booklet contains 370 questions and answers on all the most necessary doctrines of the Catholic Faith. The Penny Catechism is the only resource your child, or anyone new to the Faith, will need to understand the basic tenants of Catholicism. Because it is concise, well-organized, and accurate, this booklet can easily be used as a text for a religious education class, a homeschool curriculum, missionary work, and personal spiritual development. It covers every topic you have questions about, including: The Sacraments The Ten Commandments Grace Sin Virtue Holy Days and Solemnities The Commandments of the Church And so much more!
The Pieta Prayer Book The Pieta Pocket Prayer Book includes 15 Prayers revealed to St Bridget of Sweden as well as more than 50 Other Prayers for all Occasions This renowned classic Little Blue Prayer Book presents the beautiful truths and devotions of the Roman Catholic Faith. Those who use these prayers devoutly may obtain greater grace to better serve God. The book draws particularly on the source of God's goodness and mercy - a source which is virtually underutilized. The Little Blue Prayer Book is a great resource for evangelization and also to increase devotion to our Creator. Great books to leave in Church literature racks or to use to give to increase devotion.
The Prophecy of St MalachyJoseph LumpkinThe prophecy lists 112 Popes. The last Pope would take the seat of Saint Peter and the world would fall into anarchy. John Paul II was the 110th Pope. The Pope ruling the Holy See today is Benedict XVI, the 111th Pope, and according to the prophecy, the last Pope to rule an intact church and functioning world. The next Pope will not be the Vicar of Christ. He will be the enemy of the church, usurper of the throne and he will be called Peter of Rome.
Author St Louis de Montfort Do you know how to pray the Rosary well? Well here's how! The Secret of the Rosary teaches all Christians everything you need to know about this very important spiritual gift. Written by St. Louis de Montfort, this short and revelatory book describes the many mysteries of the Rosary and teaches us how to pray it with proper devotion to Our Lady and her son, Jesus Christ. In this book St. Louis discusses the numerous intricacies and beauties of the Rosary with topics like: Origins of the Rosary Mysteries of the Rosary Miraculous effects of the Rosary Prayers of the rosary St. Louis’s humble but inspiring writing is the perfect way to reencounter the Rosary, or for beginners to try the devotion for the first time. St. Louis De Montfort lived in the 17th century, but his many works of holy literature have grown in popularity, even today. Author of the eternal classic, True Devotion to Mary, St. Louis has been teaching the Church and its members valuable lessons about Marian devotion for centuries with enormous spiritual fruits to show for it.
The Seven Capital Sins: Pride, Covetousness, Lust, Anger, Glutton, Envy, Sloth The Seven Capital Sins is an essential book for self-knowledge and spiritual progress. Everyone, unfortunately, will see himself or herself described in the pages of this booklet, as all our sins are traceable to these seven roots of Pride, Covetousness (Avarice), Lust, Anger, Gluttony, Envy, and Sloth. These deadly sins are the seven taproots of evil; they exist within all of us as a result of original sin. The Seven Capital Sins explains the true nature, degrees, acts, and family relationships of these seven vices, and it gives the remedies and safeguards against them. Readers will find insights into the particular weaknesses of their own souls, enabling them to make serious efforts to follow Our Lord's challenging imperative: "Be you therefore perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect" (Mat 5:48).
Paul Kengor: This book focuses on Church-approved stigmatists and their visions, revelations, and prophecies and warnings. In some cases, the prophecies and warnings relate to the End Times and Second Coming of Christ. That includes the striking revelations of the likes of Saint Faustina (1905-38), the first canonized saint of the new millennium. One might rightly interpret the mark of the stigmata (sometimes invisible stigmata, as in the cases of Saints Faustina and Catherine of Siena) as a heavenly/Church affirmation of these saints’ authenticity, likewise adding a certain authenticity to their claimed visions. Notably, not all of these stigmatic saints had visions of the Final Days. They need not to have changed history. Some of the special visions were along the lines of St. Francis’s transformational conversations with Jesus at the San Damiano cross, which nonetheless had a significant larger purpose: “Francesco,” said Jesus, “ripara la mia Chiesa.” (“Francis, repair my Church.”)
The War of the Antichrist With the Church and Christian Civilization Catholics have always known that Satan wages a constant war against the Church. Over the last three centuries we have witnessed a far more radical onslaught than ever before, leading to a rapid and universal apostasy among formerly Christian nations. Who or what is behind this greatest of all apostasies from the Catholic Church? Though written over 130 years ago, this book remains stunningly relevant. It covers a plot to de-Christianize the world through the separation of Church and state.
Total Consecration to Jesus Through Mary Do you want to get closer to Jesus? To align your thoughts, will, and actions with Him? There is no better way to Christ than through His Mother. That’s why St. Louis de Montfort’s Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary is the time-honored, saint-tested way to grow to closer to Our Lord. This is the traditional method devised by St. Louis de Montfort himself. And now, we’ve made it available in a single deluxe vinyl volume, perfect for preparation for the Total Consecration and for yearly renewal. Inside you will… Gain a deeper understanding of what it means to consecrate yourself to Jesus through Mary Begin to realize the profound joy and peace that comes with giving your will over to Jesus through His Mother Discover the deep connection between Mary and Her Son and how that bond can improve our own spiritual life and intercessory prayer Have access to all the tools, prayers, and Scripture needed to consecrate your household to Jesus through Mary
Triumph of the Blessed Sacrament (History of Nicola Aubrey) Author Fr Michael Mueller This is the story of Nicola Aubrey, a young teenager, who was part of an exorcism process in1565 conducted in the French city of Laon. It was so called the Miracle of Laon. Some of the revelations in the book include the following extracts; “Great was their terror when they saw how the devil writhed and howled in agony, as soon as the Blessed Sacrament was brought near him.” (Chapter II)“At the sight of the Blessed Sacrament, the devil suffered the most frightful torture” (Chapter II) “The Bishop now held the Blessed Sacrament close to the face of the possessed woman. The demon writhed in fearful agony. He tried in every way to escape from the presence of our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament.” (Chapter II)“Many Protestants present also said: ‘I believe now in the Presence of our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament; I have seen it with my eyes!...Oh, now I can understand what a good thing is the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass!’” (Chapter II)“The Bishop then took the Blessed Sacrament in his hand, and, holding It on high, he said, with a solemn voice: ‘O thou wicked, unclean spirit, Beelzebub! thou arch-enemy of the eternal God! behold, here present, the precious Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ, thy Lord and Master! I adjure thee, in the name and by the power of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, true God and true man, Who is here present; I command thee to depart instantly and forever, from this creature of God. Depart to the deepest depth of hell, there to be tormented forever. Go forth, unclean spirit, go forth—behold here thy Lord and Master!’” (Chapter II)“Jesus Christ triumphed over the devil by His death on the cross; He broke his power. Hence it is that Satan bears an implacable hatred to Jesus Christ and His religion. What wonder, then, if we find that he is always engaged in undermining Christianity, and destroying all belief in it?” (Chapter III)
True Devotion to Mary with Preparation for Total Consecration Author St Louis de Montfort "Mary has produced, together with the Holy Ghost, the greatest thing which has been or ever will be—a God-Man; and she will consequently produce the greatest saints that there will be in the end of time.” —St. Louis de Montfort In the greatest book of Marian spirituality ever written, St. Louis de Montfort teaches the easiest, most secure, and most perfect way to sainthood.
Under Angel Wings: The True Story of a Young Girl and Her Guardian Angel Author Sr. Maria Antonia This is the true and remarkable story of a young girl in Brazil who saw and heard her Guardian Angel during most of her life. The book is filled with real-life anecdotes which are edifying, moving, and often humorous. Cecy (See-see) Cony (1900–1937) tells story after story of how her Guardian Angel—whom she calls her "New Friend"—kept her from lying, stealing, revenge, immodesty, and from watching certain movies. She also describes how he protected her in moral dangers which she did not even understand and how he aided her when she got into trouble because she was a "simpleton," as she puts it. Most beautiful of all, she relates how her Guardian Angel taught her to make sacrifices for Jesus and guided her in practicing acts of charity. Cecy describes many incidents of temptation from her youth. In each one, we see the beautiful way in which her Guardian Angel led his little charge to perfect contrition for her faults and turned all these difficult situations to good. Under Angel Wings reveals God's great love and care for His children on earth. It reminds us that He has also given each of us our own "New Friend" who has a similar, even if less visible, love and care for us.
Way to Happiness Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen DD Every human person seeks happiness, but few find it, because they have not discovered the source of all happiness: God. In Way to Happiness, Futon Sheen reflects on the most fundamental aspects of our lives: love, politics, motherhood, work, teens, forgiveness, rest, meditation, and more. In a culture stricken with anxiety, boredom, despair, and fear, Sheen desires to reignite healing, hope, and contentment in the reader. While the secular world holds the mistaken belief that hunger for infinity can be satisfied by an infinity of material things, Sheen warns that they really wish for the infinity of divine love. Addressing the philosophy of pleasure, Sheen reminds the reader of the centrality of self-discipline and detachment.
Witness to Love: How to Help the Next Generation to Build Marriages that survive and thriveMary Rose VerretEvery marriage, and even preparation for marriage, has its ups and downs. In a world and culture that seems to isolate and criticize, authors Ryan and Mary-Rose Verret proclaim: you are not alone!In these pages, the Verrets offer the married and soon-to-be married a program for profound and transformative discipleship. Witness to Love gives married couples the tools and encouragement to share the grace, struggles, joys, and blessings of their marriage with young couples in desperate need of mentors
Perhaps the greatest misconception you carry in your mind and heart is that your suffering is bad or wrong or that it is in some other way a serious “problem.” This little book will challenge that idea. It will help you see that, more often than not, your suffering is not your “problem” but a perfectly designed gift from God to bring you instant happiness. Trustfully surrendering to Our Lord is the only way to have no problems in this life. You cannot surrender 80 percent of yourself or 90 percent. You have to fully and completely surrender to Divine Providence—100 percent. Only then will you see all your perceived problems as they truly are: sanctifying gifts for your salvation.
