25 Ways to Crush the SerpentDom Lorenzo Scupoli, St Alphonus Liguori From the very first pages of Scripture, we see the presence of the evil one, working his malice to separate man from God. In imitation of Christ, we all must contend against the devil, the "serpent" who seeks our destruction. This little booklet will give you the tools to enter into and win that battle . . . with God's grace. Compiled from the writings of Dom Lorenzo Scupoli, St. Robert Bellarmine, and St. Alphonsus Liguori, 25 Ways to Crush the Serpent also includes prayers and excerpts from the Missale Romanum and other traditional sources. These “25 Ways” will provide fresh insights and encouragement to help you in your own struggle against sin.
St Michael and the Angels: A month with St. Michael and the Holy Angels Beautiful and inspiring book about the angels, full of stories from the Saints. Gives their nature and role, the need for devotion to them and their relationship to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Many prayers to the angels.
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 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.
Lives of the Saints for every day of the yearFather Alban Butler Father Alban Butler’s Lives of the Saints is one of the most well-known and well-loved Catholic books
Padre Pio: The StigmatistFr Charles Mortimer CartyPadre Pio died on September 23, 1968, his funeral attended by over 100,000 people. During the fifty-eight years he was a priest, his monastery at San Giovanni Rotondo, Italy, became a mecca for pilgrims from all over the world. Born Francesco Forgione on May 25, 1887 in the town of Pietrelcina in southeastern Italy, Padre Pio joined the Capuchin Order in 1903 and was ordained in 1910. On September 20, 1918 he received the sacred wounds of Christ, the stigmata, which he bore the rest of his life.Renowned for the stigmata, which modern medical science could not explain, Padre Pio also possessed other unusual qualities, such as bilocation, celestial perfume, reading of hearts, miraculous cures, remarkable conversions, and prophetic insight. Although he did not leave his monastery and was under obedience not to write or preach, this humble Capuchin monk became world famous for his piety, his counsel, and his miracles. He was universally regarded as a saint in his own time.
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.
Cloud of Witnesses: A Child’s First Book of Saints This will be your child’s favorite introduction to friendship with the saints in heaven—and yours too! Filled with simple but profound lessons from well-known saints, each page will give your child a short, memorable quote accompanied by a beautiful illustration of the saint who said it. Some of the saints included in this book are: St. Francis St. Theresa of Avila St. Patrick St. John Paul II St. Catherine of Siena St. Josemaría Escriva And more!
The Autobiography of Saint Teresa of Avila: The Life of St. Teresa of Jesus Famous Carmelite classic in a wonderful traditional translation. Her spiritual struggles, vision of her potential place in Hell, mystical graces--yet she remained very down to earth.
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.
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.
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.
Saints Who Raised the Dead: True Stories of 400 Resurrection MiraclesFather Albert J. and Hebert, S.M. "Christ is risen from the dead, trampling death by death and to those in the tombs granting life!" When Christ rose from the grave, the curse of fallen nature—death—was overturned; His death and resurrection marked the final victory over sin and evil. For the God-Man knew His way out of the grave, and the chains of Hell could not hold Him down. Through the ages, Christ's Saints have manifested the glorious grace of miraculous resurrections, restoring to life those who have died and working wonders at times even greater than the Lord Himself—as He promised us in the Gospels. Witness 400 miracles from such towering figures of sanctity as: • Patrick • Elizabeth of Hungary • Catherine of Siena • Teresa of Avila • Francis Xavier • Rose of Lima • John Bosco And so many more! In addition, readers will find descriptions of Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven, as well as other after-death experiences.
The Traditional Virtues According to St. Thomas Aquinas: A Study for Men This book will challenge every Catholic man to reach the heights of holiness. To mature as a man is to grow in virtue. And yet, year after year, many of us regress in our fundamental calling for a host of reasons: poor catechesis, modernism, isolation, self-absorption, and, to sum it up, the chains of vice. But God calls us to a life of virtue—that is, a life of faith, hope, charity, prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance. These theological and cardinal virtues, the “traditional virtues,” which this book walks through, are at the heart and soul of the spiritual life.
Piety & Personality Temperament of the Saints This popular best-selling book shows that even the weaknesses of your temperament can be perfected in Christ. The temperaments you will learn about through these pages may also help you better understand yourself and the people around you. By understanding your temperament, you can cooperate with God’s grace by following the examples of the saints! God has designed every temperament with the capacity to reflect His glory. Jesus Christ, as in all things, is our ultimate example because he is the perfection of all four temperaments. By following Christ, we meet many saints along the way; saints who may have had the same weaknesses we face, or who endured similar trials in this life. Learning about the saints’ lives and how they used their temperaments to their advantage will orient us towards perfection in Christ.With vivid biographical anecdotes, you will see saints who have a similar temperament to yours, and through them, you will have the opportunity to learn how to master the strengths and weaknesses of your own temperament. Each chapter focuses on one saint but also incorporates others related to that temperament. The chapters include a brief biography of the saint, a fascinating discussion on his temperament via examples from his life, reflections, and tips for specific temperaments.Some saints discussed here include: • Paul: Choleric• Teresa of Ávila: Sanguine-Choleric• Thomas Aquinas: Phlegmatic-Melancholic• Mary Magdalene: Sanguine-Melancholic• Simon: Sanguine
St Anthony the Wonder Worker of Padua Author: Charles Warren Stoddard This short biography about the life of St Antony of Padua, the holiest and gentlest of all the saints, reveals the greatest deeds and happenings of this glorious saint's life and there is not a single anecdote or moment of his life that would not move you to a sublime awe at the amazing power God bestowed on his servant. St Anthony was born in 1195 to a noble family of Lisbon, Portugal and was educated at the cathedral school of the city. At 15, he became an Augustinian canon in a nearby convent and moved to the motherhouse in Coimbra, Portugal, to avoid visits from family and friends. Later he joined a small Franciscan convent in Italy. On one occasion, when Dominicans came to the town for an ordination, there was no one to preach, and so Anthony was chosen. The astonishing potency of his eloquence, voice, and knowledge impressed many, and St. Anthony was swept up into a life of preaching and teaching (at the command of St. Francis himself) to the young Franciscan friars. He became renowned throughout Italy and southern France, and Pope Gregory IX called him the "Ark of the Covenant"; he was also known as the "Hammer of Heretics." Throughout his short life (he died at 36), he preached with astounding vigor and miraculous glory, performing miracle upon miracle. He reattached a young boy's foot, induced a starving mule to bow to the Eucharistic Lord rather than eat oats, preached to the fishes, and held the Baby Jesus. He is rightly called the wonder-worker of the Franciscans and is considered one of the greatest saints renowned throughout the world Within a year of his death he was canonized.
