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The Dialogue of Saint Catherine of Siena: A Conversation with God on Living Your Spiritual Life to the Fullest

St. Catherine of Siena's Dialogue describes the entire spiritual life through a series of conversations between God and the soul, represented by Catherine herself. Readers of The Dialogue of Saint Catherine of Siena will find her revelations from God both formative and informative. The universally applicable yet intimately personal messages St. Catherine received from God are as much for us as they were for the saint herself and provide us with consolation, encouragement, and hope in the midst of life's challenges.  Paperback; 240 pages; 21.6x13.9cm

Abandonment to Divine Providence: How to fulfill your daily duties with God-given purpose

"Let go and let God." This popular phrase captures the essence of Father Jean-Pierre de Caussade's 18th century treatise on trust, Abandonment to Divine Providence. Do you doubt? Do you suffer? Are you anxious about the trials of life? Father de Caussade offers the one sure solution to any spiritual difficulty: abandon yourself entirely to the Lord by embracing the duties of your station in life. With wisdom and gentleness, he teaches how to practice complete submission to the will of God in every situation, whether we are beginners or seasoned travelers on the way of perfection. True abandonment, he explains, is a trusting, peaceful, and childlike surrender to the guidance of grace. Paperback; 134 pages; 21.6x13.9cm

The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius: or Manresa

The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola outline the rigorous self-examination and spiritual meditations St. Ignatius set forth. Readers will learn how to embark on the journey to holiness, repent of their sins, and attain freedom from Satan's power. Though St. Ignatius wrote The Spiritual Exercises as a handbook for a four-week guided retreat, this edition contains step-by-step explanations suitable for independent use over any time period. This is the original TAN edition, now with updated typesetting, fresh new cover, new size and quality binding, and the same trusted content. Paperback; 344 pages; 20.3x13.9cm

An Introduction to the Devout Life

“You aim at true devotion, my dear Philothea, because, as a Christian, you know how acceptable it is to the Divine Majesty. But inasmuch as trifling errors at the outset of any undertaking are wont to increase rapidly as we advance, frequently becoming almost irreparable, it is needful that, first of all, you should ascertain wherein lies the virtue of devotion.” —St. Francis de Sales Everyone wants to go to Heaven, but how many of us actually know how to get there? Learn from the writings of St. Francis de Sales, the Doctor of Charity, on this very matter in his best-known work that specifically addresses this most important question. The knowledgeable and holy Doctor of the Church writes in a way that is both accessible and authoritative, reliable, and gentle. He guides us to the knowledge that we are all called to the devout life. True devotion to God, as St. Francis de Sales points out, adorns every vocation. Addressed as a personal letter to Philothea, or “lover of God”, this book covers all parts of a devout life and will be your guide to sainthood. Paperback; 360 pages; 20.3x13.9cm

Purgatory: Explained by the Lives and Legends of the Saints

What lies hereafter? More is known than one could imagine. In his presentation of the ancient Catholic tradition on Purgatory, Jesuit Fr. F. X. Schouppe draws on apparitions, visions, and revelations from the lives of saints including St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, St. Gertrude the Great, and St. Jean-Baptiste Marie Vianney and explores both the Justice and infinite Mercy of God. He too emphasises the importance of growing in Divine Charity for God and our neighbour and the absolute necessity of offering prayers, penance, almsgiving, and the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass for the poor souls — ways in which we can readily provide a very tangible help to our brothers and sisters longing for the Lord. Purgatory: Explained by the Lives and Legends of the Saints is an invaluable classic whose importance cannot be overstated. Paperback; 476 pages; 17.8x10.8cm

Marian Consecration for Children: Bringing Mary to Life in Young Hearts and Minds

French priest St. Louis de Montfort is well known for passionately advancing Marian devotion at the turn of the eighteenth century. Preaching with much love and affection for the Mother of God, de Monfort emphasises the importance of giving ourselves entirely to our Lord through the hands of His mother. In this most special and thoroughly researched book, Dr. Carrie Gress, Ph.D., invites her young readers together with their families to embark on a Marian consecration, a "wonderful family project", a 34-day pilgrimage, placing their hands in the hand of Our Lady as she leads them to Our Lord. With reference to the lives of the saints, the Gospels, and both contemporary and classic texts including The Chronicles of Narnia, The Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, Winnie the Pooh, and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Gress explores the importance of virtue and the concept of Marian consecration in relation to living authentically with the Lord. Each day of the of the journey includes a short meditation, accompanying discussion questions, prayers, and fun thought-provoking facts. This book truly is a gem and makes a most beautiful gift. Paperback; 208 pages; 20.3x16.5cm

Picture Book of Saints Hardcover

Now in a padded hardcover edition, Picture Book of Saints by popular author Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik S.V.D, recounts the lives of over 100 well-known Saints and Blesseds. Written in a straightforward, easy-to-understand style that will appeal to parents, teachers, and children, the life of each figure in this classic and enduring collection is beautifully illustrated in full color. Picture Book of Saints has been a favorite of Catholics for over sixty years and was expanded in 2015 to include sixteen of the Blesseds and Saints that have been beatified and/or canonized in the 21st century. A short prayer accompanies the biography of each included figure. Picture Book of Saints is an excellent gift idea and a great educational resource for children seeking to know more about and follow the examples of these holy figures. Among the features of this book are: colorfully illustrated and durably sewn padded hardcover binding; large easy-to-read type; a presentation page that allows for easy personalization of this book when used as a gift; a vibrant full-color illustration of each Saint; short, easy-to-understand biographies that offer a window on what made them so special in the eyes of God; the feast day listed for each included Saint in accordance with the liturgical calendar of the Catholic Church; and a concluding Prayer to My Patron Saint. The glorious, full-color illustrations are strikingly beautiful and marked by their fine detail. 144 pages. Age 7-14 Dimensions: 23.5cm x 15.5cm x 3cm

When Someone You Love No Longer Remembers Book

Bestselling author, Cecil Murphey, shares inspired words in offering this much needed book to the reader where with sensitivity and a with a caring spirit, he provides comfort, advice, and prayers for those who journey alongside a loved one whose memory is fading. Tranquil paintings by renowned artist Michal Sparks provide a sanctuary for caregivers, friends, and family members as they draw strength from firsthand stories of those who have walked a similar path. Murphey offers simple, invaluable guidance on how family and caregivers can: Take care of themselves and seek assistance; shape new ways to communicate with their loved one; help others connect with the person; and introduce activities and exercise to enhance health and mobility. For those walking a sometimes lonely journey, this gift offers a gentle voice of support and is a hopeful reminder of the moments of peace that they and their loved one can still experience together. Pages: 64. Size: 16.51 x 1.27 x 17.15 cm

Dark Night of the Soul: A Classic in the Literature of Mysticism

In Dark Night of the Soul, Saint John of the Cross presents for us a portrait painted from his own experience of one who advances successfully through the struggles of the spiritual life. The dark night that St. John describes is not abandonment by God but special consideration from Him for those who desire to purify and perfect their souls. With a soul purified from earthly attachments, we can advance through the much quoted but oft misunderstood dark night of the soul into unity with God. By accepting the desolation and difficulty of this process, the soul cooperates with God and opens herself to receiving and revealing more perfectly God's glory. Paperback; 218 pages; 21.6x13.9cm

The Story of a Soul: The Autobiography of St. Therese of Lisieux

Uniformity with God's Will by St Alphonsus de Liguori

Written in 1755, Uniformity with God's Will, is a wonderful little treatise on the true love of God. Saint Alphonsus de Liguori writes to encourage believers to unify their wills with that of God's, so that they may love God perfectly: "the more one unites his will with the divine will, the greater will be his love of God." To choose otherwise, i.e. to choose not to unify one's will with God's, is "a kind of idolatry." These seven short chapters, not simply prone to abstract speculation, explore concretely how to make one's own will uniform with God's through the hardships of this life. Further, the book discusses the fruit of such a union with God's will: happiness. St Alphonsus concludes by noting how, in all things, Christians must remain steadfast in their union with God's will. For in so doing, God will "press us to his heart." Challenging and encouraging, Uniformity with God's Will has the power to remind us of what true love of God really is. 32 pages.