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The January volume includes Saints Almachius, Euphrosyne, Fulgentius, Felix of Bourges, Peter of Atroa, Odilo, Hugolino of Gualdo, Macarius of Alexandria, Vincentian, Stephana Quinzani, Peter Balsam, Genevieve, Bertilia of Mareuil, and Pharaildis.

Saints and Feasts of the Catholic Calendar: Volume III provides historically rich and spiritually vivid portraits of the greatest men and women who have ever lived in concise reflections that elevate the mind and challenge the serious Christian. Volume III covers all of the saints and feasts on the Church's official liturgical calendar in July, August, and September.

When Saint Leopold Mandic had dreamed of the priesthood, his eyes traveled over the Adriatic Sea to far-off lands to bring the Gospel of Hope to brothers and sisters starving and thirsting for this Lord who died for them. He was not to even travel from village to village, like Father Francis and Saint Anthony (Saint of Padua), proclaiming the good news.

We are in the north of Italy, in a little village called Desenzano, east of "Brescia". The quiet little town lies peacefully on picturesque Lake Garda, on the outskirts of the "Lombardy" region. If your eye travels northward on the map, you will see the village of Trent where the Council of "Council of Trent" was held in the 16th century, in 1545, five years after our Saint Angela Merici died. We never know what our actions are going to bring about; but one thing we can be sure: They will either be life-giving or life-ending.

The reason we call Saint Louis Marie de Montfort a prophet of the last days, even though he lived between the last half of the 17th century and the first part of the 18th century, is because of what we read in his prophecies. It deal with the last days.

At last, the Secret of LaSalette in a scrutinized English translation! This 1846 prophecy has been capturing recent attention in the media because of current events. But how to resolve all the confusion and skewed versions? Most of the Apparition unfolded in a lengthy apocalyptic panorama, which the children explained on different occasions. 19th century journalists often extrapolated to satisfy their readers, and some surmised that the children had done the same. But what of the original hand-written accounts, cherished by Pope Pius IX?

In every era of the Catholic Church, holy men and women have shaped history through their gifts and talents and, most importantly, through their resolute commitment to Jesus Christ. Some led armies, some founded monasteries, some lived a radical call to charity—and each one had a unique part to play. How the Saints Shaped History focuses on the essential role of the saints, as vessels of God's grace, in moving the Church (and the world!) through her two-thousand-year history.

¿Cómo se redescubrieron los restos del Apóstol Santiago? ¿Por qué el peregrino Charles du Blè nunca pudo regresar? ¿Conoces el milagro del Cebreiro? ¿Y la relación entre Carlomagno y el camino de estrellas? Descubre la conversión del marinero portugués, los caballeros de la Orden de Santiago, las meretrices del Camino, los falsos peregrinos, las mágicas compañías, los hechizos amorosos... fantásticas leyendas y precisa historia, todo cabe en esta maravillosa ruta que discurre hasta Santiago de Compostela.

Alfred Bessette (later known as Brother André) came from very humble beginnings, much like those of Jesus. He was born on August 9, 1845. The baby was so frail and sickly, his parents were afraid he would not live; and so, Alfred was baptized the moment he was born. He was conditionally baptized (when there is doubt concerning a previous baptism) the following day in the church. With the loving care and prayers of a very pious mother, our future Blessed lived to an old age!

Alessandro Serenelli was the perpetrator of one of the most infamous crimes in the annals of Italian history. In 1902, at the age of 20, he stabbed 11-year-old Maria Goretti to death after she resisted his sexual overtures. Shortly into his prison sentence, Maria appeared to him in a dream, and his conversion began. When Alessandro died 68 years later in a Capuchin friary, some believed he was a saint. Others were unsure. Yet, everyone agreed that Alessandro Serenelli had traveled the long and difficult road of Christian redemption. In this book, the life of Alessandro Serenelli is ...

From these now obscure saints or blesseds come amazing stories of virtue, vice, and the triumph of grace. Brian O'Neel tells these tales, often colorful and always compelling, with humor tempered by an obvious love for his subjects, explaining why they deserve our attention and devotion.

Daily insight into truths about the mother of God. This book will draw you closer to Mary and Jesus—and closer to Jesus is where Mary wants you to be. A fresh turn of phrase, an unexpected train of thought, and a piercing insight from writers across the centuries will lead you into the heart of this woman uniquely chosen by God to be his mother, your mother, ready to help you all day, every day.

A dazzling and uplifting biography of the great Saint Francis of Assisi who gained the world by giving up worldly goods to be be independent of all. Less is more at the highest level. Told in a remarkably astute, nuanced, optimistic, uplifting biography by G. K. Chesterton, known as the Prince of Paradox.

To live a virtuous life might seem like a daunting task, but we are fortunate to have examples to follow—the saints who have faced sin through the embodiment and exemplification of virtue. In this book, the listener will meet seven saints who lived seven virtues, and will discover concrete ways that they can live those virtues in their own lives.

A Saint Who Defied Gravity and Touched the Heavens Step into the breathtaking life of St. Joseph of Cupertino, the humble friar whose faith lifted him—both spiritually and physically—beyond the bounds of this world. From the moment of his birth, Joseph’s path was marked by hardship, rejection, and relentless trials, yet through his unwavering trust in God, he transformed suffering into sanctity. His life was a paradox—misunderstood by many, ridiculed by his peers, and scrutinized by the Church, yet chosen by heaven to manifest some of the most astonishing miracles ever recorded in ...

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. A faithful daughter, a loving wife and mother, an obedient nun, a lover of the eucharist and mother Mary - a role model for today.

In this new book, Patrick Madrid uses the example of St. Francis de Sales to illustrate the zeal, spiritual principles, and attitude of one who sets out to live and share the faith. Christ sent his apostles into the whole world to make disciples of all nations, and by virtue of our baptism, we, too, are called to be apostles on this same mission. But how do we start? How can we accomplish in today’s culture?

Content in Carmel Notes was originally prepared for retreats, days of recollection, and other programs based on the Car- melite tradition. This work offers an accessible introduction to Carmelite spirituality. Carmel Notes presents Carmel’s understanding of the human heart and its infinite desires. It proceeds to introduce three Carmelite Doctors of the Church and indentifies fundamental themes in their spiritual teach- ings. Other major figures in the Carmelite tradition are then highlighted. Notes concludes with an introduction to the Rule of Carmel. The Carmelite tradition encourages a...

This book is published in a year of anniversaries associated with Saint Thérèse of Lisieux: the 150th anniversary of her birth in 1873 and the 100th anniversary of her beatification by Pope Pius XI in 1923. A lifelong devotee of the French saint, Mr. Nolan expertly opens up new understandings of this young Carmelite nun to readers. His careful research provides a clear summary of various aspects of the life of Thérèse Martin. The origins of this book are individual articles published in various journals of spirituality. As such, the reader may find it convenient to read the chapters as ...

San Cipriano nos revela el poder oculto del Padre Nuestro, la oración al Señor que Jesús enseño a sus discípulos y que es la más poderosa y efectiva de las oraciones para hacer peticiones y obtener el favor de Dios.