Saints & Sainthood

The Story of a Soul conveys St. Therese of Lisieux's "Little Way" of spiritual childhood - her "elevator" to Heaven, as she called it....

Experiencing God: Knowing and Doing the Will of God is the revised and expanded edition that helps leaders to promote the classic, best-selling 13-week study and conduct an Experiencing God Weekend or churchwide spiritual growth emphasis....

Sigrid Undset's Catherine of Siena is critically acclaimed as one of the best biographies of this well-known and amazing 14th-century saint....

"The world is too small," Saint Frances Cabrini (1850–1917) once declared. "I would like to embrace it all, to reach every corner."

Before his death in 1968, Padre Pio was known throughout the world as a very holy man — many even called him a living saint.

The book recounts the life of the Virgin Mary and the divine plan both for creation and the salvation of souls. According to María de Ágreda, the book was mostly dictated to her by the Virgin Mary herself....

The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila presents a remarkable description of the entire spiritual life from the first release from mortal sin into sanctifying grace....

Listeners to The Dialogue of St. Catherine of Siena will find her revelations from God as informative - and formative - as those who recognized her sanctity during her life....

In this intimate biography, you will see the results of this humble Capuchin's prayers and discover for yourself the source of his great hope. This updated edition contains five new chapters covering the years between beatification and canonization and more....

Learn from one of the Church’s great mystics, Saint Frances of Rome. In this book, she narrates her visions to her spiritual director, Canon Giovanni Matteoni.

Lives of the Saints from Catholic Book Publishing contains short, inspiring biographies of saints for each day of the year....

It has been remarked by Lord Bacon, in one of his happy illustrations, that time is like a river, which, as it flows on, bears on its surface only what is light and trivial, while all that is solid and valuable sinks beneath its waters....

No Man Is an Island is a collection of 16 essays in which Thomas Merton plumbs aspects of human spirituality.....

Therese has been a highly influential model of sanctity for Catholics and for others because of the simplicity and practicality of her approach to spiritual life. Together with Francis of Assisi, she is one of the most popular saints in the history of the church....

Following the death of his spiritual director, St. Alphonsus Liguori penned timeless advice in a letter to one of his spiritual daughters, and it became the famous work titled Uniformity with God’s Will. Now, Dan Burke breaks open St. Alphonsus’s 18th-century classic for you....

In Love and Saint Augustine, political science professor Joanna Vecchiarelli Scott and philosophy professor Judith Chelius Stark make this important early work accessible for the first time....

A stirring work of historical fiction that explores the meaning of Mary Magdalene in the face of her erased history, Magdala is a fascinating invitation to re-examine the hidden messages in Jesus’ teachings and what it truly means to be a powerful woman....

For more than forty years, Saint of the Day has been a trusted guide, and this latest edition continues the tradition. Like his predecessors, Pope Francis continues to recognize and acclaim people from all walks of life. Newly added saints and blesseds include Oscar Romero....

What if that person you've been trying to avoid is your best shot at grace today? And what if that's the point?....

No Greater Love is the essential wisdom of Mother Teresa - the most accessible and inspirational collection of her teachings ever published. This definitive volume features Mother Teresa on love, prayer, giving, service, poverty, forgiveness, Jesus, and more.....

In How to Converse with God, St. Alphonsus Ligouri teaches us how to use the small events of everyday life to raise our hearts and minds to God: in praise, contrition, hope, joy, and union with God's will....

Though they escape the notice of many, stunning miracles of healing take place each and every day at Our Lady’s Grotto in Lourdes, France. Inexplicable, biblical-like healings of body, mind, and spirit leave visitors with the gifts of peace and renewed faith....

Absolute Surrender reflects Murray’s longing for a closer walk with Christ, and it calls us to a life of holiness and virtue, empowered not by our own strength but by the indwelling Holy Spirit....

Francis: The Journey and the Dream offers listeners a unique combination of lyrical prose and brief, absorbing vignettes. This special anniversary edition includes a new preface in which Fr. Bodo reflects on a half century spent immersed in the Franciscan way....

Praying with Our Sorrowful Mother explores the riches of Mary's soul while illuminating the profound sorrows she experienced as the mother of Jesus Christ....

Embodied Faith Journeys Through the Heart of Catholicism Global Faith Publishing Embark on a captivating exploration of the Catholic faith with Embodied Faith: Journeys Through the Heart of Catholicism. This transformative book invites readers on a profound journey through the history, teachings, and practices that have shaped the Catholic Church into a global phenomenon. Delve into the vibrant tapestry of Catholicism as you uncover its ancient origins, remarkable saints and martyrs, and the profound influence it has had on art, music, and architecture. From sacred masterpieces to heavenly ...

Divine Echoes Accepting the Call to Holiness in the Twenty-First Century Inspiring Stories of Saints, Faith, Love, and Courage - A Pathway to Personal Growth and Spiritual Transformation In "Divine Echoes," embark on a transformative journey through the lives and legacies of the saints. This captivating book delves into the vibrant stories of these extraordinary men and women who have embraced their true identity as children of God, offering timeless wisdom for navigating the complexities of our present age. Experience the power of faith, love, and courage as you explore the extraordinary ...

Discover "Pathways to Sainthood," an inspiring and heartwarming collection of stories that delve into the lives of remarkable saints and their transformative journeys to holiness. This captivating eBook invites you to embark on a spiritual odyssey that will leave you feeling enlightened and enriched by the end. With engaging storytelling, "Pathways to Sainthood" offers an illuminating exploration of the remarkable experiences of 30 notable saints - from St. Augustine's restless heart to St. Faustina Kowalska's Divine Mercy revelations. Each chapter delves into the triumphs, tribulations, ...

Faith’s Quiet Warriors: Tales of Lesser-Known Saints Discover the Hidden Luminaries of Faith. In the grand mosaic of Christian history, while many saints have etched their legacies in golden letters, countless others have journeyed silently, leaving footprints that are faint yet profound. "Faith’s Quiet Warriors" is a tribute to these unsung heroes, bringing to life the tales of saints whose stories, though lesser-known, are no less luminous. Embark on a spiritual journey through time and witness: A pagan ruler's transformation into a beacon of Christian leadership. A martyr's undying ...

Sr. Fran Gangloff tells the inspiring story of a woman committed to serving those in the leper settlement in Hawaii with love, compassion, respect, and grace, often in the face of both hardship and resistance from authorities blind to their needs. At her canonization in 2012, St. Marianne was called the “beloved mother of outcasts.”

Padre Pio of Pietrelcina is perhaps the single most extraordinary saint in the modern history of the Catholic Church. His heart was pierced. He carried the wounds of Christ on his hands, feet, and side for half a century. He communicated with his spiritual sons and daughters through bilocation and mystical perfume. He read the souls of his penitents. He offered his suffering so that others might be healed. He built one of the most significant hospitals in Southern Italy. Most importantly, Padre Pio wanted others to be redeemed. In Bret Thoman’s latest book, he has created a fresh, new ...

In "Healing Prayers with Healing Verses from the Bible," listeners will discover a profound connection to the divine through carefully selected healing verses that have comforted and cured through ages. The scriptures, such as Jeremiah 17:14's promise of restoration and Psalm 103:2-3's assurance of forgiveness and healing, serve as the foundation for each prayer, embodying the power of God's word to heal both physically and spiritually.

Fr. Gabriele Amorth (1925-2016) is known primarily for his tireless work as the official exorcist of Rome. But he was also a journalist, noted theologian, and biblical scholar. In this book, one of five he wrote about Mary, he retraces the life of the Virgin Mary. Drawing on the Gospels, Catholic Tradition, conciliar documents, and papal teachings, Fr. Amorth accompanies the reader on a veritable Marian itinerary. Divided into thirty-one chapters, one for each day of the month, the author breaks open the Gospels, particularly Matthew and Luke. As a biblical exegete, Fr. Amorth carefully ...

The “Canticle of the Creatures” is the great love song of St. Francis of Assisi. It is a beautiful aria, a poem, and a hymn of thanksgiving that praises God and reveals St. Francis’s profound relationship with God and all of God’s creatures. It is a swan song in the tradition of the troubadours before him that puts lyrics to a life of love. This book attempts to break open the personal implications of the “Canticle of the Creatures” for Franciscans today.

Here is the book that will help you climb St. Paul's "eight steps," to attain happiness, holiness, and Heaven. Bestselling author Kevin Vost breaks open St. Paul's life and spirituality through the lens of St. Thomas Aquinas, as well as other saintly and noble men and women.

Lucia Fiorentino (1889-1934) lived a hidden but extraordinary life. She was one of the earliest spiritual daughters of Padre Pio. She was also a mystic, victim soul, and recipient of numerous charisms, such as visions and locutions. In 1906, she had a vision of an immense tree planted near the Capuchin friary in her native village of San Giovanni Rotondo. Then she heard a voice: “This is the symbol of a soul who is now far away but will come here. He will be strong and well-rooted like this tree and will cover the entire world with its umbrage.” When Padre Pio arrived in 1916, she ...

Follow one of the most revered saints in history as he embarks on an extraordinary journey through earthly trials, diabolical attacks, and heavenly triumphs. St. Benedict: Monk, Mystic, Exorcist is the riveting true story of one man's radical faith and spiritual battles in the ashes of the Roman Empire. Benedict of Nursia gave up a privileged life of nobility to seek solitude in a remote cave. After three years of wrestling with unseen forces and relying on the good will of strangers for sustenance, he emerged as a spiritual leader. Known as a man of miracles, visions, exorcisms, and ...

Firmly rooted in the Church's magisterium and the wisdom of the Saints, Life of Union with Mary presents a simple philosophy of life that is built around the relations of Mary to God and to man. That devotion to her can be a part of everyday life is a recurring theme in this devotional book that explains the extreme importance of union with Mary by showing its marvelous results. Father Neubert not only gives the dogmatic basis for union with Mary, but details methods of working at and achieving it.

Embark on a profound journey through the tapestry of faith and reason with " Divine Logic—Unveiling Reality Through Anselm's Ontological Pursuit.” This book meticulously unravels the narrative of Anselm’s ontological argument for God’s existence, a medieval marvel that bridges the divine with logic. As you traverse through the chapters, you'll delve into the heart of theological and philosophical discourse, exploring a rational basis for faith.

Before his death in 1968, Padre Pio was known throughout the world as a very holy man — many even called him a living saint. This humble Italian priest who bore the wounds of Christ received thousands of letters and visitors each year, seeking his spiritual counsel, healing, and prayer. Padre Pio’s intense spirituality and holiness remain legendary and life-changing.