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How did the Catholic Church use religious power to maintain political power in Medieval Europe?

How did the Catholic Church use religious power to maintain political power in Medieval Europe?

Well, requiring that rulers be coronated by representatives of the Church was a start.

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Religious Liberty: Catholic Struggles with Pluralism $30 “John Courtney Murray is renowned for his contributions to American ethical debates and well known for his defense of civil religious freedom. He strongly felt that religion should be taught in public schools and universities. Murray had a decisive influence on juridical, political, and social theories. This intriguing volume includes, in addition to two of Murray’s most important statements on religious freedom, two essays newly made available to the reading public: one on religious freedom originally suppressed by the Vatican and published here for the first time, and a discussion of human dignity – how it is defined and how it functions as the philosophical foundation of religious freedom – newly translated into English. This fascinating collection will help readers look back at past struggles over religious liberty and forward to dilemmas presently facing the church.”

Catholic And Christian $14.99 “New Revised 20th Anniversary Edition!You’re on the spot. Someone wants you to explain some aspect of Catholic belief. Do you really think the pope is infallible? Why do Catholics pray to Mary? Where do sacraments come from? What do you think of the Bible? Are you saved? You wish some well-informed Catholic friend were around to help with the answer.Or perhaps you are asking the questions yourself. Where do Catholic beliefs come from? Why do we pray for the dead? How does the rosary fit into a biblical faith?The best-selling Catholic and Christian provides the answers you need. It is a readable and concise summary of commonly misunderstood Catholic beliefs – the teachings and practices that don’t get much attention in Sunday homilies and in religious education, but which puzzle Catholics and non-Catholics alike. This is a book for all Catholics who want to know more about their faith.”

Why Be Catholic $13.99 “Today many Catholics wonder about their role in the Church. What does it mean to be Catholic in a world of numerous competing and contradictory beliefs? What qualities does Catholic Christianity share with other religious traditions? What qualities and beliefs are unique to the Catholic tradition?”Why be Catholic?” write the authors, “is a question Catholics never asked a generation ago. If you were born Catholic, you simply accepted the faith, its traditions and beliefs. Today the Catholic Church is much different from the way it was a generation ago. It is not so easy to say what makes Roman Catholicism different from other forms of Christianity.”The authors answer the question fairly and squarely, showing a deep appreciation about what is good in Catholicism and a penetrating honesty about the Church’s shortcomings. Rohr and Martos also examine what it means to be Catholic in the United States today. Finally, to answer the title question in a more personal way, the present portraits of some outstanding Catholics, especially those we call saints, who have found personal fulfillment by living their faith to the utmost.After reading this book, you will appreciate more fully the unique heritage of the Catholic Church. You will understand how its magnificent tradition enriches the lives of Catholics today and propels the ever-changing Church into the 21st century and third millennium. The authors’ crisp and simple style will make WHY BE CATHOLIC? A popular resource for RCIA, evangelization and religious education.”

The Catholic Studies Reader $30 “The Catholic Studies Reader is a rare book in an emerging field that has neither a documented history nor a consensus as to what should be a normative methodology. Dividing this volume into five interrelated themes central to the practice and theory of Catholic Studies-Sources and Contexts, Traditions and Methods, Pedagogy and Practice, Ethnicity, Race, and Catholic Studies, and The Catholic Imagination-the editors provide readers with the opportunity to understand the great diversity within this area of study. Readers will find informative essays on the Catholic intellectual tradition and Catholic social teaching, as well as reflections on the arts and literature. This provocative and enriching collection is valuable not only for scholars but also for lay and religious Catholics working in Catholic education in universities, high schools, and parish schools.”

Distinctively Catholic: An Exploration of Catholic Identity $16.95 “”Catholicism…is a living community of faith, a community with its own distinctive rituals and structure, its own patterns of individual and collective religious life, ” writes distinguished theologian Daniel Donovan. What is unique about the Catholic experience of Christianity? What features set it apart from other Christian religions? Donovan explores these questions and more here, offering readers the fruit of his experience from a lifetime of theology and teaching.>In eight chapters, Donovan draws attention to certain emphases and characteristics of Catholicism which have influenced and continue to influence the way in which Catholics experience and think about their faith. These include: sense of community; the historical dimension of Catholicism; the objective nature of faith; liturgy and sacraments; ordained ministry; and tension between universal and particular. A final chapter reflects on all the themes and relates them to the concrete experience of individual Catholic believers.”

Pocket Catholic Dictionary $12.95 “Incorporating the changes in the revised Code of Canon Law, this pocket edition of an important religious reference presents over 2,000 clear and concise definitions of the Catholic Church’s teachings on faith, worship, morals, theology, history, and spirituality.”

Finding the Treasure: Locating Catholic Religious Life in a New Ecclesial and Cultural Text $22.95 “This book analyzes where religious life is going on the dawn of the next century and what elements remain since the profound changes that are a valuable basis for future growth.”

Marriage and the Catholic Tradition $24.95 “This book is a collection of original readings on Catholic marriage from an A-list group of religious thinkers and scholars. This work also includes sample syllabus and an appendix of frequently asked questions, making this work ideal for student and scholar use–or anyone interested in the current issues surrounding the meaning of marriage.”

Catholic Higher Education : A Culture in Crisis  – Book $8.95 Catholic higher education in the United States is undergoing dramatic changes, driven largely by the virtual disappearance of nuns, brothers, and priests from Catholic university campuses. Today Catholic colleges and universities are dealing with critical questions about what constitutes Catholic collegiate identity. What are appropriate ways to engage the Catholic tradition across all sectors of university life? What constitutes a critical mass of committed and knowledgeable Catholics necessary to maintain religious identity? What is an appropriate level of knowledge and religious commitment

Great American Catholic Eulogies $29.95 “Eulogies have a long and important history in remembering and commemorating the dead. As Thomas Lynch notes in his Foreword, eulogies are meant “to speak for the ages, to bring homage and appreciation, the final appraisal, the last word and first draft of all future biography.” In Great American Catholic Eulogies, Carol DeChant has compiled fifty of the most memorable and instructive eulogies of and by Catholics in America. > The eulogies in Great American Catholic Eulogies span the American experience, from those who were born before the Declaration of Independence was written to a modern sports legend, from pioneers in social justice, healthcare, and the arts to founders of distinctly American religious orders, and from all the varied ethnic cultures who contribute to the great cultural milieu that is the United States. Great American Catholic Eulogies reveals the powerful value of a well-crafted eulogy: It reveals what a particular Catholic life has taught the eulogist.”

Through a Catholic Lens: Religious Perspectives of Nineteen Film Directors from Around the World $73 “Movie texts are often examined for subtexts and for the way that they dramatize social and psychological issues as well as current movements. Through a Catholic Lens looks at the Catholic subtext through a collection of studies of 19 film directors from around the world whose Catholic backgrounds can be found in their writing and directing.”

Catholic Replies 1 $17.95 “Recognizing that many people today are searching for clear and reliable answers to a myriad of questions about religion, Catholic Replies and Catholic Replies 2 offer hundreds of quotations from the Bible, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and other authoritative Church documents in providing sound answers to more than 1,600 questions on religious issues.The topics covered in the two books range from Adam and Eve and the antichrist to angels and annulments, from celibacy and Confession to cremation and the death penalty, from evolution and “holy laughter” to homosexuality and Inquisitions, from millennialism and Mormons to Muslims and Nostradamus, from predestination and Pope Pius XII to the Rapture and reincarnation, from salvation and the third secret of Fatima to stem cell research and women priests.Whatever the subject, the answers are characterized by clarity, careful research, solid documentation, and sound pastoral advice.”

The Spiritual Apprenticeship of a Curious Catholic $9.95 “Most spiritual memoirs are written by religious professionals. The American Catholic Experience series is an innovative new collection of books exploring the stories of individual Catholics in the United States as they reflect on what it has meant as Catholic laity to live out their faith amidst the joys and challenges of their daily lives?on their jobs, with their families and friends, and in their communities and churches. The Spiritual Apprenticeship of a Curious Catholic considers how each encounter and event in our lives acts as a mentor in our attempts to master faithful living. Sometimes humorous, such as confessing a sin of adultery at his first confession in second grade; sometimes poignantly memorable, such as praying over a sick migrant worker’s child; and sometimes provocative, such as covering a rally by the American Nazi Party in Skokie, Illinois?this book will delight, challenge and inspire readers of all ages and faiths.”

Catholic and Feminist: The Surprising History of the American Catholic Feminist Movement $36 “In 1963, as Betty Friedan’s “Feminine Mystique” appeared and civil rights activists marched on Washington, a separate but related social movement emerged among American Catholics, says Mary Henold. Thousands of Catholic feminists–both lay women and women religious–marched, strategized, theologized, and prayed together, building sisterhood and confronting sexism in the Roman Catholic Church. In the first history of American Catholic feminism, Henold explores the movement from the 1960s through the early 1980s, showing that although Catholic feminists had much in common with their sisters in the larger American feminist movement, Catholic feminism was distinct and had not been simply imported from outside. >Catholic feminism grew from within the church, rooted in women’s own experiences of Catholicism and religious practice, Henold argues. She identifies the Second Vatican Council (1962-65), an inspiring but overtly sexist event that enraged and exhilarated Catholic women in equal measure, as a catalyst of the movement within the church. Catholic feminists regularly explained their feminism in terms of their commitment to a gospel mandate for social justice, liberation, and radical equality. They considered feminism to be a Christian principle.>Yet as Catholic feminists confronted sexism in the church and the world, Henold explains, they struggled to integrate the two parts of their self-definition. Both Catholic culture and feminist culture indicated that such a conjunction was unlikely, if not impossible. Henold demonstrates that efforts to reconcile faith and feminism reveal both the complex nature of feminist consciousness and the creative potential of religious feminism.”

The Modern Catholic Encyclopedia $59.95 “This authoritative encyclopedia combines a wealth of information with an attractive, easy-to-read format into a reference of value for professionals, parishes, and families alike. A generation has passed since Vatican Council II, and the enthusiasm and euphoria which exhilarated Catholic life in the years that followed the council are misted memories now. The council handed down to us new hopes, new dreams new challenges; but, above all, it gifted us with a fresh vision of the Church as a pilgrim people. This second edition of The Modern Catholic Encyclopedia gives a succinct and contemporary view to the beliefs, practices, and history of this people. The council invited us to a fresh appreciation of the gifts passed on to us over the centuries, and this new edition of The Modern Catholic Encyclopedia will help in this task. It is edited for readers in English-speaking countries, drawn together by a common language and by shared pastoral concerns and challenges. Consequently, men and women from America, Canada, Australia, Ireland, and Britain have written this work for a multinational readership. It is a work of and for our time, and its topics and themes have been chosen to meet the inquiries and religious curiosity of people today. It is important to note that for the first time in history the vital center for scriptural and theological studies has shifted from continental Europe to America and the English-speaking world, and it has moved from seminary to the college campus. Furthermore, the sacred sciences are no longer exclusive clerical territory, today many of the most respected scholars are lay men and women. And never before has the study of Scripture become such an accepted andvital part of everyday Catholic life. This new edition contains many revisions and over 150 new entries. It is edited for quick and easy consultation. Over 1,300 cross-referenced entries cover topics from Abel to Armageddon, from feminism to The Zealots. The Modern Catholic Encyclopedia includes black-and-white maps, drawings, and photographs. Over 200 such illustrations provide valuable visual information and add to the attractiveness of this handsome volume.”

Catholic Collecting, Catholic Reflection 1538-1850: Objects as a Measure of Reflection on a Catholic $35 “Catholic Collecting presents an exquisite display of English art of the Middle Ages and Early Modern era preserved by recusant Catholics in England and the United States. The vast collection features stained glass, alabaster, carving, manuscripts, printed books, liturgical vessels, paintings, and vestments, including the prized chasuble given to Westminster Abbey by Henry VII. A series of essays introducing the objects profiles aspects of piety, politics, and art, including the early missionary work of the Society of Jesus in England and the Maryland Colony. When England became a Protestant state in the sixteenth century, religious imagery was largely banned in the visual arts and Catholics were forbidden to erect buildings. They came to identify their faith with their collections of illicit statues, paintings, chalices, processional crosses and other objects of ritual, prayer books, and works of devotional literature. The art was preserved by Catholics who, recusing themselves from oaths of loyalty and participation in the state-sanctioned religion, were dedicated to collecting pious texts and images even in the face of opposition. These objects embodied their bonds with God, church tradition, and each other. Many of the treasures featured in this book are housed in museums and in the rare book libraries at major Jesuit institutions. Among those contributing to the exhibition are Stonyhurst College, Lancashire; Campion Hall, Oxford; Georgetown University; Loyola University Chicago; the Bar Convent, York; and the Worcester Art Museum.”

Consecrated Religious Life: The Changing Paradigms $20 “In 1960, more than 1.3 million men and women religious served the Catholic Church. Today that number is under 900,000. When Diarmuid O’Murchu, a seminal thinker on religious life, predicted this trend in the 1970s many dismissed him as a prophet of doom. Here he re-imagines consecrated religious life as a process of birth-death-rebirth and paints a positive picture for the future that will again be different from that of the past but with the power to transform itself and flourish into the next century as something as fresh as daring as the founders’ visions.”

A Concise History of the Catholic Church $17.99 “Expanded and updated for the new millennium. >Covering the life of Christ, the election of Pope Benedict XVI, and everything in between, “A Concise History of the Catholic Church” has been one of the bestselling religious histories of the past two decades and a mainstay for scholars, students, and others looking for a definitive, accessible history of Catholicism. With a clarity that will appeal to any reader, Thomas Bokenkotter divides his study into five parts that correspond to the major historical and epochal developments in Catholicism. His authoritative, thorough approach takes readers from the Church’s triumph over paganism, through “the sound and fury of renewal,” to a new section devoted to such topics as dissent and current developments in the ecumenical movement. Informative illustrations throughout the book, new to this edition, enrich the reader’s experience, and the addition of a wide-ranging bibliography increases its value as a sourcebook.”

Uncommon Faithfulness: The Black Catholic Experience $26 “An engaging study of black catholics, their contributions to the Catholic church, and the challenges they face. > These essays describe the experience of black Catholics in this country since their arrival in North america in the sixteenth century ujtil the present day. The essays highlight the difficulties black Catholics faced in their early attempts to join churches and enter religious communities, their participation in the civil rights struggle, and the challenges they face today as they seek full inclusion in the church, whether in terms of liturgical practice or pastoral ministry.”

Questions & Answers Catholic Catechism $16.99 “A perfect way for modern Catholics to address the issues of faith, this straightforward catechism provides precise answers to more than 1,700 questions about Church teachings, rituals, and religious practice.”

The Rapture Trap: A Catholic Response to End Times Fever $11.99 “Paul thigpen, Ph.D., lays our in clear, simple terms the biblical foundations of Catholic teaching on the age. Drawing from Scripture and Tradition, The Rapture Trap reveals the shortcomings of the “rapture” doctrine and the larger tangle of unfounded religious teachings to which it’s tied.”

Catholic Social Thought: The Documentary Heritage $30 “A classic compendium of church teaching, updated to include the latest encyclical of Pope Benedict XVI. > With documents ranging from Pope Leo XIII’s Rerum Novarum (1891) to Pope Benedict XVI’s Caritas in Veritate (2009), this is the single most comprehensive collection available of the primary documents of Catholic social thought. Along with the complete texts of every essential papal encyclical, this volume also includes the important documents of the American bishops on peace, the economy, and racism. Every document is preceded by an introductory essay and helpful notes, making it an exceptional reference and teaching tool. This updated and expanded edition of a classic reference work remains an indispensible tool for scholars and students, religious and lay people, and everyone concerned with the official statements of the Catholic church on social issues and world peace.”

Catholic and Cornered: Answers to Common Questions about Your Faith $10.99 “”So, why does the Catholic Church say…”> As a recent Catholic convert (or a lifelong Catholic), you may hear this quite a bit. To those outside the Catholic faith, you are a spokesperson for the Church. The purpose of this book is to help Catholics answer frequently asked questions and help navigate non-Catholics through misconceptions of the faith.> This Q&A book focuses on the questions that converts encounter from baffled and angry friends and family regarding their conversion decision and addresses confusion, exaggerations, and differences in religious culture to help inform, calm, and connect. These same questions often challenge Catholics who grew up in their faith this book offers the questions they seek too.”

A Catholic Women’s Book of Prayers $7.95 “Embracing the God-given Dignity of Womanhood> With all the mixed-messages that women receive from society today, women can be distracted from and even unreceptive tothe deep and abiding love that Christ has for them. Whether single or married, religious or consecrated, parenting children, or spiritually mentoring others, women need to know that the Lord understands the many challenges they face, their desire for inspiration, and, above all, their need to be affirmed as women. > Through this book of original and traditional prayers, and inspiring writings and examples from the saints, women can realize God’s divine Love, thrive in inspiration from the Church, and rest in the affirmation of the “feminine genius” that Christ offers.”

Take Heart: Catholic Writers on Hope in Our Time $14.95 “The most beloved Catholic literary figures, scholars, and theologians of our day show how we can find hope in our family life, our spiritual practice, our fondest memories, and even our darkest moments. The writers draw on the stories of figures such as Dorothy Day, Flannery O’Connor, and Pope John Paul II, whose religious faith can inspire us in the battle against despair.”

Diagnosis Critical: The Urgent Threats Confronting Catholic Health Care $29.95 “The pressure on Catholic medical institutions and healthcare workers is mounting at an alarming rate as they struggle to uphold their faith in an industry that is confronting new bioethical dilemmas every year.>The choice to provide or not provide contraception, abortion, controversial fertility procedures, and even physician-assisted suicide has now begun to take on legal ramifications, as Catholic facilities seek to maintain their tax-exempt status and their eligibility for federal funding. It is an all too real danger that Catholic medical centers – even those in communities where medical care is scarce – may be forced to either shut down or provide immoral procedures, while tens of thousands of Catholic doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other medical professionals could be forced to quit their jobs or violate their religious beliefs.>Now, for the first time, an experienced professional delves into bioethical issues to assist everyone in navigating this minefield of moral questions pertaining to the mission of Catholic health care.”

A People Adrift: The Crisis of the Roman Catholic Church in America $15 “In this widely acclaimed book that will long remain an indispensable work on American religion and the Catholic Church, one of its most influential laymen in the United States says that the Roman Catholic Church in America must either reform profoundly or lapse into irreversible decline.>In addition to providing a spiritual identity for over 60 million Americans, the church is the nation’s largest nongovernmental provider of education and social services, as well as the largest not-for-profit provider of health care. But even before the recent revelations about sex abuse by priests, American Catholicism was already heading for a major crisis, with its traditional leadership depleted by the decline in religious vocations and paralyzed by “theological gridlock.”>Catholicism in the United States confronts hard choices among contrasting visions for the future, choices with huge implications for American life. Analyzing these choices in ways that escape all the familiar labels of conservative or liberal, Steinfels points to the directions the church must take to survive.>”

Catholic Identity: Balancing Reason, Faith, and Power $95 “It has been well documented that American Catholics tend to be Catholics on their own terms, or choose to remain Catholic while selectively embracing official Church doctrine. But why do Catholics who disagree with official Church teachings on major issues such as homosexuality, women’s ordination, or abortion, and are thus institutionally marginalized, choose to remain Catholic? Why do they stay, when the cost of staying and being stigmatized would seem to be greater than the benefits they might gain from switching to religious groups whose doctrines would validate their beliefs on these issues? Michele Dillon, drawing upon in-depth interviews with Catholics who are openly gay or lesbian, advocates of women’s ordination, and pro-choice, investigates why and how pro-change Catholics continue to remain actively involved with the Church, despite their rejection of the Vatican’s teaching on sexuality and gender.”

Almost Catholic: An Appreciation of the History, Practice, and Mystery of Ancient Faith $19.95 “Jon Sweeney, a self-described “evolved Protestant” and noted religious writer, has long been fascinated by the Catholic Church. However, it wasn’t until he was a young missionary in the Philippines that he truly began to understand the Church’s traditions, mysteries, and religious beliefs and its hold on those who follow the tradition. As he explains, Catholic spirituality is all about responding to the fundamental mystery of Jesus, the incarnation, and what it all meant in the beginning as well as what it means today. > In “Almost Catholic, ” Sweeney offers an appreciation of Catholicism, weaving in the story of his own explorations with those of others who have also been attracted to this tradition. He finds himself drawn to the Church’s ancient and medieval traditions out of a desire to connect with the deepest and widest paths on the way. Two millennia of saints and practices and teachings and mystery form a connection for him to the very beginnings of Christianity.”

Health Care Ethics: A Catholic Theological Analysis $39.95 “”What was already a stellar theological compendium of health care ethics a decade ago has been fully revised to meet the challenges of a new century, from the genome project, adult and embryonic stem cell research and genetic therapies to new controversies over end-of-life care. Clearly rooted in the Catholic, natural law and personalist traditions, it astutely weighs diverse opinions within Catholicism, as well as alternative approaches from other Christian and non-religious thinkers. . . . A treasure.” &#8212John F. Kavanaugh S.J., Director of Ethics Across the Curriculum, Saint Louis University”

Padre Pio Religious Engravable Keychain $139.95 Padre Pio Keychain can be engraved with a personalized message on the reverse side Available in Sterling Silver or 14k Gold Plated. Medal in two sizes3/4 Inch x 3/4 Inch Size of a Nickel1 Inch x 1 Inch Size of a Quarter Custom Sized Available Upon Request.Padre Pio was an Italian Roman Catholic priest who is now venerated as a saint in the Roman Catholic Church. He was given the name Pio when he joined the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin, and was popularly known as Padre Pio after his ordination

Sacred Heart Of Jesus Religious Engravable Keychain $129.95 The Sacred Heart of Jesus Keychain can be engraved with a personalized message on the reverse side Available in Sterling Silver or 14k Gold Plated. Medal in two sizes3/4 Inch x 3/4 Inch Size of a Nickel1 Inch x 1 Inch Size of a Quarter Custom Sized Available Upon Request.The Sacred Heart is a religious devotion to Jesus’ physical heart as the representation of the divine love for humanity.This devotion is predominantly used in the Roman Catholic Church and also used in the Anglican Church, parti

Googling God: The Religious Landscape of People in Their 20s and 30s $16.95 “A how-to book on ministering to two distinct generations in the Catholic Church that includes a look at recent historical and technological changes and their effect on young adults.”

Politics in the Parish: The Political Influence of Catholic Priests $26.95 “For well over a century the Catholic Church has articulated clear positions on many issues of public concern, particularly economics, capital punishment, foreign affairs, sexual mortality, and abortion. Yet the fact that some of the Church’s positions do not mesh well with the platforms of either of the two major political parties in the United States may make it difficult for Americans to look to Catholic doctrine for political guidance. Scholars of religion and politics have long recognized the potential for clergy to play an important role in shaping the voting decisions and political attitudes of their congregations, yet these assumptions of political influence have gone largely untested and undemonstrated. Politics in the Parish is the first empirical examination of the role Catholic clergy play in shaping the political views of their congregations. Gregory Allen Smith draws from recent scholarship on political communication, and the comprehensive Notre Dame Study on Parish Life, as well as case studies he conducted in nine parishes in the mid-Atlantic region, to investigate the extent to which and the circumstances under which Catholic priests are influential in shaping the politics of their parishioners. Smith is able to verify that clergy do exercise political influence, but he makes clear that such influence is likely to be nuanced, limited in magnitude, and exercised indirectly by shaping parishioner religious attitudes that in turn affect political behavior. He shows that the messages that priests deliver vary widely, even radically, from parish to parish and priest to priest. Consequently, he warns that scholars should exercise caution when making any global assumptionsabout the political influence that Catholic clergy affect upon their congregations.”

The Lord as Their Portion: The Story of the Religious Orders and How They Shaped Our World $24 “A guided tour through the fascinating history of Catholic religious orders From their monastic prehistory in the Egyptian desert through their political heyday in Medieval and Renaissance Europe to their present-day work of education, human care, and the pursuit of social justice, the Catholic religious orders have been a driving force in Western civilization. In The Lord as Their Portion Elizabeth Rapley paints a broad portrait of the full spectrum of religious orders spanning the vast canvas of their history. Rapley shows how religious orders led the way in learning and inventiveness throughout the early periods of Western civilization. She explores how religious orders contributed to Western politics and the global spread of Christianity. She examines the ways in which religious orders have championed the poor, marginalized, and disenfranchised throughout history and gives attention the ongoing work of religious orders today. More than simply highlighting the sweeping progress of monasticisms past and present, however, Rapley also takes time to share, in a clear and engaging fashion, the fascinating stories of many of the men and women who chose to take the Lord as their portion and whose piety, devotion, and energetic pursuit of a holy life profoundly shaped the course of history.”

The Making of a Catholic President : Kennedy vs. Nixon 1960  – Book $8.95 The 1960 presidential election, won ultimately by John F. Kennedy, was one of the closest and most contentious in American history. The country had never elected a Roman Catholic president, and the last time a Catholic had been nominated–New York Governor Al Smith in 1928–he was routed in the general election. From the outset, Kennedy saw the religion issue as the single most important obstacle on his road to the White House. He was acutely aware of, and deeply frustrated by, the possibility that his personal religious beliefs could keep him out of the White House. In The Making of a Cath

Shaping Catholic Parishes: Pastoral Leaders in the Twenty-First Century $11.95 “Catholic parish life in the United States is changing. As a result, new organizational models are emerging: clustered parishes, large “megachurches,” one pastor overseeing multiple parishes, lay leadership… Pastoral leaders, ordained and lay, need to learn new skills and adopt new leadership styles to function effectively in this changing pastoral environment. Shaping Catholic Parishes looks at these changes from the pastoral leader’s point of view. Twenty-two priets, deacons, religious, and lay people share first-person accounts of their experiences serving as pastoral leaders in these new situations and roles.”

The Eastern Catholic Churches: An Introduction to Their Worship and Spirituality $11.95 “These essays offer ministers of the Church — priests, religious, and laity — the most up-to-date liturgical scholarship so that they may look ahead to the needs of their assemblies.”

A Light Will Rise in Darkness: Growing Up Black and Catholic in New Orleans $9.95 “Most spiritual memoirs are written by religious professionals. The American Catholic Experience series is an innovative new collection of books exploring the stories of individual Catholics in the United States as they reflect on what it has meant as Catholic laity to live out their faith amidst the joys and challenges of their daily lives?on their jobs, with their families and friends, and in their communities and churches. In this poignant and honest memoir, Jo Anne Tardy recounts her experiences growing up in 1940s and 50s New Orleans a young, black Catholic. From the funeral parades playing dirges that rolled down her street, to her close relationship with the Holy Family nuns at her school. Tardy describes a vibrant, emotional and exciting city in which her sense of spirituality developed. She also includes a brief reflection on her old neighborhood in light of Hurricane Katrina.”

Saint Francis Religious Engravable Keychain $99.95 The Saint Francis Keychain can be engraved with a personalized message on the reverse side Available in Sterling Silver or 14k Gold Plated. Medal in two sizes3/4 Inch x 3/4 Inch Size of a Nickel1 Inch x 1 Inch Size of a Quarter Custom Sized Available Upon Request.Saint Francis of Assisi September 26, 1181 October 3, 1226 was a Roman Catholic friar and the founder of the Order of Friars Minor, more commonly known as the Franciscans. He is known as the patron saint of animals, birds, and the envir

Congregations in Conflict: Cultural Models of Local Religious Life $34 “Congregations in Conflict uses the suburbs of Chicago to examine the nature of American congregations as institutions, looking in particular at how they deal with conflict within their ranks, to gain insight into religious culture. In detailed and well documented case studies of conflict in twenty-three congregations including Protestant parishes, Catholic parishes, and Jewish synagogues, Becker examines such factors as organizational processes, the extent and types of ties among church members, their shared understandings about mission and identity, and their level of public commitment. At the local level Becker finds vital “public religion”: congregations that provide caring and support for members, service to the local community, and important arenas for moral debate and public activism.”

Prophets in Their Own Country: Women Religious Bearing Witness to the Gospel in a Troubled Church $20 “These reflections, based on a series published in The National Catholic Reporter, were inspired by the Vatican’s announcement of an “Apostolic Visitation” of U.S. Women Religious from 2009-2011. Given the unmistakable imputation of guilt, the launch of this investigation was troubling to many women religious. Schneiders uses this occasion to articulate anew the meaning of Religious Life, the biblical theology underlying it, the reasons for the renewal undertaken after Vatican II, and the forms of apostolic Religious Life that have developed through this renewal. While her introduction tells the story of the investigation and the response it has generated, the following essays offer an eloquent and inspiring assessment and apologia for Religious Life today and in the future. It is a book addressed to all members of the church, calling us to live our faith in a spirit of integrity, freedom, and courage.”

Jansenism: Catholic Resistance to Authority from the Reformation to the French Revolution $39 “Jansenism, and the theology of Cornelius Jansen, powerfully infused French political life from the mid-17th century to the revolution 150 years later. It influenced the Enlightenment, the development of French constitutional thinking, the destruction of the Jesuits, and the modernization of the Catholic Church. This book explains why Jansenism was so important, recreates the religious and intellectual world which fostered it, and examines the critical issues which led to the French Revolution.”

Fulton J. Sheen: An American Catholic Response to the Twentieth Century $22.95 “On Sept. 9, 2002, the cause for the canonization of Fulton J. Sheen was begun. From his ordination in 1919 to his death in 1979 Sheen spent his life working out a “Christian response to the challenge of the times.” As Thomistic philosopher and professor at the Catholic University of America, prolific writer, pioneer of the electronic gospel on radio and TV, convert-maker, head of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith and Bishop of Rochester in the aftermath of the Second Vatican Council, he lived in the religious spotlight for most of his life. His personal odyssey mirrored that of the Catholic Church in facing the challenges of the times. “The greatest preacher and evangelist of the 20th century in the United States,” as John Cardinal O’Connor called him, Sheen may one day enjoy the additional distinction of being the first American-born male saint.”

Collected Works on Religious Liberty, Vol. 1: Overviews and History $35 “The Collected Works on Religious Liberty comprehensively collects the scholarship, advocacy, and explanatory writings of leading scholar and lawyer Douglas Laycock, illuminating every major religious liberty issue from both theoretical and practical perspectives. / This first volume gives the big picture of religious liberty in the United States. It fits a vast range of disparate disputes into a coherent pattern, from public school prayers to private school vouchers to regulation of churches and believers. Laycock clearly and carefully explains what the law is and argues for what the law should be. He also reviews the history of Western religious liberty from the American founding to Protestant-Catholic conflict in the nineteenth century, using this history to cast light on the meaning of our constitutional guarantees. / Collected Works on Religious Liberty is unique in the depth and range of its coverage. Laycock helpfully includes both scholarly articles and key legal documents, and unlike many legal scholars, explains them clearly and succinctly. All the while, he maintains a centrist perspective, presenting all sides believers and nonbelievers alike fairly.”

Sowing Justice, Reaping Peace: Case Studies of Racial, Religious, and Ethnic Healing Around the Worl $22.95 “Sowing Justice, Reaping Peace examines the results when Catholic social teachings are applied to contemporary crises. Duffey provides in-depth analysis of nine struggles, with particular attention to the religious motivations of the individuals, groups, and churches that strive to restore peace and justice.”

Catholic Catechism $16.95 “By a noted Catholic scholar, this volume answers the need for an up-to-date and concise source book on the principle teachings of the Catholic Church.”

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Living Catholic Faith: 101 Stories to Offer Hope, Deepen Faith, and Sprea $14.95 “These 101 poignant and spirit-filled stories written by Catholics of all ages and religious experiences cover the gamut, from fun stories of growing up Catholic to serious stories of sacraments and miracles. Affirming God’s unconditional love, these stories share the role the Church plays in personal and professional lives, expressed in religious rituals and everyday activities. Catholics will be blessed to see how the secular is often saturated with the sacred. >Whether the reader is a cradle Catholic or a convert; lay, clergy or religious; simply curious or struggling, these stories describe what it means to be a Catholic. They bring happiness, hope and healing to everyone, from the teenager celebrating confirmation to the elderly looking back on a long life. >The first Chicken Soup for the Soul book was published in 1993, and became a publishing industry sensation, ultimately selling eight million copies. Since then, more than 150 Chicken Soup titles have been published, selling more than 100 million copies. >Chicken Soup for the Soul has won dozens of awards over the past 15 years, and its founders, Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen have become celebrity motivational speakers and authors. >”

The Perfect Stranger’s Guide to Wedding Ceremonies: A Guide to Etiquette in Other People’s Religious $16.95 “What will happen? How long will it last?>These are just two of the basic questions answered in this unique guide. Covers all the major (and many minor) denominations and religions found in North America — from Buddhist to Catholic, Jewish to Methodist.”

On Being Catholic $8.95 “Reflections on growing up Catholic and living one’s faith in the modern world.”

The Pastoral Role of the Roman Catholic Church in Pre-Famine Ireland, 1750-1850 $74.95 “In This New Volume, noted Irish historian Emmet Larkin turns his attention to the pastoral challenges the Roman Catholic Church faced in ministering to an exploding population of Irish Catholics in the years before the Great Famine of 1847. The extraordinary increase in the population of Ireland from the mid-eighteenth to the mid-nineteenth century combined with a lack of financial resources available to the church as well as a shortage of clergy and sacred space proved to be crucial for adopting new methods of ministering to the Irish Catholic community. How the Irish Church attempted to respond to these various challenges, and how it was thus uniquely shaped by them, is the central theme of this study. Using impressive statistical and documentary support, Larkin analyzes the population boom, the Irish clergy between 1750 and 1850–its make-up, conduct, and duties–and the shortage of chapels. Larkin describes how the Church in Ireland tried to cope with its problems not only by increasing the number of priests and chapels, but also through the informal sanction of the unique Irish custom of “Stations.” The custom involved transforming the Irish secular clergy into a part-time itinerant ministry in a circuit of their parishes for some four months of the year at Christmas and Easter, when they collected their dues and provided their parishioners with catechesis and the sacraments of confession and communion in the designated houses of the more substantial members of their congregations. While the custom of Stations certainly had the pastoral advantage of rationalizing and ameliorating the difficulties in regard to the shortage of clergy and sacred space, it also had the effect offurther rooting religious practice in the home rather than in the church or chapel, which was totally at variance with the Tridentine norm of church-centered practice on the continent, and which rendered the Pre-Famine Irish Church increasingly unique in the Universal Church. This study continues Larkin’s ongoing research on the Church in Ireland. Among his many previously published works are The Historical Dimensions of Irish Catholicism and The Roman Catholic Church and the Emergence of the Modern Irish Political System, 1874-1878, both from CUA Press.”

God Underneath: Spiritual Memoirs of a Catholic Priest $14.99 “A delightfully different approach to religion and spirituality, this collection of engaging personal tales transcends specific doctrines to reveal the presence of God in everyday life. >Father Edward L. Beck spins tales like a master, presenting with candor and a touch of irreverence incidents and events that will resonate with readers. Exploring such universal themes and concerns as friendship, sexuality, illness, alcoholism, loss, and death, the vignettes and stories in this collection are animated by intriguing characters, pitch-perfect dialogue-and a surprising twist. Probing beneath the surface of ordinary life, each selection contains a hidden message, a subtle but powerful reminder of the signposts that mark a spiritual journey. >Quotations from the Scriptures introduce the tales, providing a context that will help readers uncover the meaning the story holds for their own personal lives and beliefs. To encourage further reflection and rumination, Beck offers insights into the specific religious and theological themes that inspired the writing of each tale. >A lively, unabashed look at the challenges of living a spiritual life in contemporary times, “God Underneath” will appeal not only to Catholics, but to all spiritual seekers, regardless of religious affiliation.”

Toward a New Catholic Church: The Promise of Reform $10.95 “Elaborating on “A Call for Vatican III” in his best-selling book Constantine’s Sword: The Church and the Jews, James Carroll proposes a clear agenda for reform to help concerned Catholics understand the most essential issues facing their Church. He moves beyond current events to suggest new ways for Catholics to approach Scripture, Jesus, and power, and he looks at the daunting challenges facing the Church in a world of diverse beliefs and contentious religious fervor. His case for democracy within the Church illustrates why lay people have already initiated change. Carroll shows that all Catholics — parishioners, priests, bishops, men and women — have an equal stake in the Church’s future.”

Catholic Questions Catholic Answers $12.99 “* Is there really a place called purgatory?* Who is the Antichrist?* Can devout Mormons be considered Christians?* Why hasn’t the church decided whether the Marian apparitions at Medjugorje are authentic?These and dozens of other provocative questions are answered by Father Kenneth Ryan, popular Q&A columnist of “Catholic Digest” magazine. Nearly every aspect of Catholic life is covered, including questions on the saints, Mary, popular devotions, the liturgy, the Bible, the Pope, and even the real beliefs and evangelistic tactics of cults like the Jehovah’s Witnesses.Here are the sorts of questions that are being asked today by devout Catholics, skeptics, and serious inquirers alike, answered with accuracy and real understanding by Father Ryan. “Catholic Questions, Catholic Answers”: an invaluable addition to the library of anyone who is interested in the Catholic faith.”

Spirituality for the 21st Century: Experiencing God in the Catholic Tradition $14.95 “The symposium treated the topic from the following perspectives: >1. What is Spirituality? – Dr. Colleen M. Griffith, Institute for Religious Education and Pastoral Ministry, Boston College>2. Spirituality and the Triune God – Msgr. John J. Strynkowski, Former Executive Director of the Secretariat for Doctrine and Pastoral Practices, USCCB>3. Spirituality and the Incarnate God – Rev. Michael J. Buckley, S.J., Boston College>4. Spirituality and the Human Creature – Sr. Mary Ann Hinsdale, I.H.M., Boston College>5. Spirituality and Redemption – Rev. Michael J. Himes, Boston College>6. Spirituality and Eucharist – Rev. Kenan Osborne, O.F.M., Franciscan School of Theology>The book contains the introductory talk by the moderator, all six presentations listed above, the lively panel discussion that followed the talks, and a sampling of questions from the audience.”

The Incorruptibles: A Study of the Incorruption of the Bodies of Various Catholic Saints and Beati $16.95 “One of the least known and most easily disbelieved religious facts is treated here in a scholarly and com-petent manner. As a result of this work, many will finally understand that bodily incorruption is in fact a reality in the world of religion.”

When God Is Gone, Everything Is Holy: The Making of a Religious Naturalist $22.95 “Best-selling author of sixteen books and a long-time writer of the popular column “Science Musings” in the “Boston Globe,” Chet Raymo invites readers to explore “the beautiful and terrible mystery that soaks creation.” In what he describes as a “late-life credo,” renowned science writer Chet Raymo narrates his half-century journey from the traditional Catholicism of his youth to his present perspective as a “Catholic agnostic.” As a scientist, Raymo holds to the skepticism that accepts only verifiable answers, but as a “religious naturalist,” he never ceases his pursuit of “the beautiful and terrible mystery that soaks creation.” Raymo assembles a stunning array of scientists, philosophers, mystics, and poets who help him discover “glimmers of the Absolute in every particular.” Whether exploring the connection of the human body to the stars or the meaning of prayer of the heart, these challenging reflections will cause believers and agnostics alike to pause and pay attention.”

El Cuerpo de Cristo: The Hispanic Presence in the U.S. Catholic Church $29 “Interdisciplinary studies by leading Hispanic scholars investigate the religious, cultural and artistic dimensions of Hispanic/Latino Catholicism in the United States, revealing the promise it holds for the Church of the next millenium. Uncovering the riches of Hispanic/Latino Catholicism, the essays in this volume explore its roots in the Spanish colonial and Amerindians of Latin America as well as the cultural and religious breadth of contemporary Latino faith.”

52 Simple Ways to Talk with Your Kids about Faith: Opportunities for Catholic Families to Share God’ $12.95 “Veteran religious educator James P. Campbell helps moms and dads turn these potentially awkward moments into grace-filled times when children learn lasting spiritual lessons. He identifies dozens of opportunities for faith sharing that come up in the course of normal family life, and for each he explains the spiritual issue involved and suggests ways that parents can start a meaningful conversation about it. Scriptural background is provided for each theme, as is the Catholic Church’s view on each issue. Every chapter closes with Campbell’s suggested opportunities for prayer.”

The Bad Catholic’s Guide to the Seven Deadly Sins: A Vital Look at Virtue and Vice, with Quizzes and $14.95 “>The latest installment of the Bad Catholic’s Guides examines the greatest threats to the virtuous life–the seven deadly sins. Theological and historical insights, tongue-in-cheek vignettes of history’s greatest saints and sinners, and cringe-inducing quizzes entice readers to tally their scores on the virtue and vice index and calibrate to what degree they have imperiled their immortal souls. Andy Warhol, the Marquis de Sade, Ayn Rand, and Mother Angelica are invoked as exemplars of the best and worst of human behavior, while a heady blend of serious theology and pointed satire–punctuated by trivia, charts, and vignettes–brings theology into sharp, hilarious relief, and demonstrates that religious education need not be boring.>”

Religious Miniatures $2.49 “Religious Miniatures. 6 sheets of stickers per package”

Raised Catholic $11.95 “Nostalgia for lapsed, wounded, and recovering Catholics, and those who are “still Catholic after all these fears” are wrapped in an all encompassing faith recounted with affection, great timing, and just the right dash of bittersweet as a gifted storyteller recalls the rites of passage of a more innocent time–raised Catholic in the 1950s.”

Pocket Book Of Catholic Prayers $4.95 “New beautiful booklets that contain the most loved Novenas, Catholic Prayers, and Essential Devotions for every Catholic in pocket book form.”

Pocket Book Of Catholic Novenas $4.95 “New beautiful booklets that contain the most loved Novenas, Catholic Prayers, and Essential Devotions for every Catholic in pocket book form.”

Pocket Book Of Catholic Devotions $4.95 “New beautiful booklets that contain the most loved Novenas, Catholic Prayers, and Essential Devotions for every Catholic in pocket book form.”

The Stained Glass Curtain: Crossing the Evangelical-Catholic Divide to Find Our Common Heritage $17.99 “>> >In The Stained Glass Curtain, Father Dimitri Sala demonstrates that when it comes to the basic message of salvation and the work of the Holy Spirit, official Catholic teaching and the preaching of Evangelicals do not differ. Combining his own testimony, authoritative Catholic sources, and passages from the Bible, he boldly invites you to learn the truth and embrace the reality of our common heritage.> >>>About the Author>>> >Fr. Dimitri Sala is a Franciscan Friar-Priest involved full-time in evangelical preaching and apostolic ministry, combined with a life of prayer. Presently based in Chicago, he has conducted many retreats, days of recollection, apostolic leadership workshops, healing services, missions and revivals, and in the past has initiated a summer street ministry. With his team he has ministered to clergy, religious and laity of many ethnic groups, ages and denominations. Fr. Dimitri has been a speaker in diocesan, regional and national conferences, and has made several appearances on Christian television and radio. He has also extended his ministry through publication of a pamphlet and articles on themes of evangelism and ecumenism, and has been involved in international efforts of reconciliation between Evangelical Protestants and Catholics.> >>Product Details>>Page Count: 60>Dimensions: 8.6″ (L) x 5.7″ (D) x 0.7″ (D)>Release: 07/2010> > > >>”

Bloomfield Avenue: A Jewish-Catholic Jersey Girl’s Spiritual Journey $14.95 “In this memoir, Mercadante tells her quest for religious identity, a real home, good work, and a one-faith family. Born to a mixed-religion family, she tries Catholicism, a WASP sorority, atheism, Eastern mysticism, and vegetarianism. Her story holds key lessons for people from mixed backgrounds, those who long for the ideal family, and those who shun religion as a dead-end.”

Religious Charm $274.95 Finely filigreed circular charm featuring a religious depiction of the Virgin Mary..

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Would You Like to Be a Catholic? $8.95 “The author offers a readable primer for those inquiring into the Catholic faith.”

An Introduction to Catholic Theology $17.95 “A comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach to the issues and methods foundational to doing theology in a Catholic perspective.”

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Why Be Catholic? $18.95 “This book asks: Is the question of being Roman Catholic the same as the question of how you like your roast beef cooked, or the same as the question of your being of some ethnic group, or the same as the question of your being Democrat or Republician? This book hopes that it is as important as any of these questions.”

The Religious Experience $142.6 “> Well-known and respected, this comprehensive history of religious experience explores the major world religions within a consistent framework based on the author’s paradigm “six dimensions of religion.” It tells the story without entering unduly into technicalities and focuses on how the major religious traditions relate to human experience. It extends beyond information about the traditions to distill the essential patterns of both feelings and ideas that animate religious practice; contains photographs that evoke the flavor of religious rituals or experiences and maps that orient students to the geographic context of religious traditions.”

Religious Politics $1 “Many ministries have been devastated by religious politics. In this potent minibook, Roberts clearly explains how to recognize religious politics, what its effects are, and what you must do to avoid it.”

The Persecution of the Catholic Church in the Third Reich $35 “Compiled and first published in 1941, this volume furnishes dramatic proof of the Catholic Church’s resistance to Hitler’s persecution of Catholic individuals and institutions.”

Render Unto Caesar: Serving the Nation by Living Our Catholic Beliefs in Political Life $14 “”People who take God seriously will not remain silent about their faith. They will often disagree about doctrine or policy, but they won’t be quiet. They can’t be. They’ll act on what they believe, sometimes at the cost of their reputations and careers. Obviously the common good demands a respect for other people with different beliefs and a willingness to compromise whenever possible. But for Catholics, the common good can never mean muting themselves in public debate on foundational issues of human dignity. Christian faith is always personal but never private. This is why any notion of tolerance that tries to reduce faith to private idiosyncrasy, or a set of opinions that we can indulge at home but need to be quiet about in public, will always fail.”>–From the Introduction >Few topics in recent years have ignited as much public debate as the balance between religion and politics. Does religious thought have any place in political discourse? Do religious believers have the right to turn their values into political action? What does it truly mean to have a separation of church and state? The very heart of these important questions is here addressed by one of the leading voices on the topic, Charles J. Chaput, Archbishop of Denver. >While American society has ample room for believers and nonbelievers alike, Chaput argues, our public life must be considered within the context of its Christian roots. American democracy does not ask its citizens to put aside their deeply held moral and religious beliefs for the sake of public policy. In fact, it “requires “exactly the opposite. >As the nation’s founders knew very well, people are fallible. The majority of voters, as history has shown again and again, can be uninformed, misinformed, biased, or simply wrong. Thus, to survive, American democracy depends on an engaged citizenry –people of character, including religious believers, fighting for their beliefs in the public square–respectfully but vigorously, and without apology. Anything less is bad citizenship and a form of theft from the nation’s health. Or as the author suggests: Good manners are not an excuse for political cowardice. >American Catholics and other persons of goodwill are part of a struggle for our nation’s future, says Charles J. Chaput. Our choices, including our political choices, matter. Catholics need to take an active, vocal, and morally consistent role in public debate. We can’t claim to personally believe in the sanctity of the human person, and then act in our public policies as if we don’t. We can’t separate our private convictions from our public actions without diminishing both. In the words of the author, “How we act works backward on our convictions, making them stronger or smothering them under a snowfall of alibis.” >Vivid, provocative, clear, and compelling, “Render unto Caesar” is a call to American Catholics to serve the highest ideals of their nation by first living their Catholic faith deeply, authentically.”

A Catholic Woman’s Book of Days $12.95 “Author Amy Welborn has created a one-volume daily devotional for Catholic women. The entries are brief, pointed, and written to help Catholic women connect their everyday concerns with God’s Word in the context of their Catholic faith. Each entry is introduced by a Scripture verse and followed by a one-sentence prayer.”

Catholic Picture Bible $12.69 “>>The new >Catholic Picture Bible> from Catholic Book Publishing is a Biblical treasure trove of over 100 Catholic Bible stories written specially for boys and girls.>  >Highly respected Catholic Book Publishing author Reverend L.G. Lovasik, S.V.D., uses clear and easy-to-understand language in this inspiring new >Catholic Picture Bible.>>  >This 6 by 9 inch, padded hard-cover Bible with engaging full-color illustrations will become a cherished resource for any Catholic child.>>>>Product Details>>Ages: 4 – 8>Dimensions: 9.5″ (L) x 6.4″ (W) x 1.7″ (D)>Released: 09/1997>>”

The Catholic Myth $22.95 “For the past three decades, Andrew Greeley, priest, sociologist, and bestselling author, has researched the behavior and beliefs of American Catholics. Here he translates his works into hard data as he describes “the fascinating, wonderful, and slightly daffy story of American Catholicism since the end of the Second Vatican Council”. A powerful argument, this survey dispels many myths, ans gives new meaning to the word “Catholic”.”

A Catholic Christmas $12.99 “We hear a lot these days about the war on Christmas, but, as Carroll explains, Christianity has nothing to worry about. Long before pundits complained about the secular culture taking over our holy days, the Church took secular celebrations and welcomed them into our Church calendar, making even the mundane sacred. This book explores the central Catholic celebrations of the Christmas season, uncovering a little of their history and traditions and reminding us that the power of the Incarnation transcends all efforts to shield or dilute the Good News.”

The Catholic Faith and the Social Construction of Religion: With Particular Attention to the Qu Bec $17.95 “> The intent behind this book is to provide grist for the mill for research students and other interested readers. Chapter one, by author Allan Savage, presents an understanding of the social construction of religious activity, which maintains that social construction of religion arises from a dialectical engagement within the world from a phenomenological philosophical point of view. Co-author Peter Stuart presents a classical and traditional point of view, and readers expecting academic accord between the authors will be disappointed. > A further rationale for writing this book is that both Savage and Stuart desire to express their personal convictions in the public forum. Both have interests in the ebb and flow of civilization, especially as it pertains to the place of faith, religion, politics, and a variety of social phenomena, including economics, culture, gender, ethnicity, and the family, as well as the ebb and flow of money, power, property, and prestige, as articulated throughout history. They believe that writing about the place of faith and religion in French Canada is crucial if one is to understand the place that this ‘keystone’ civilization occupies within confederation and its enduring ambivalence regarding its belonging, or not, to Canada.”

A Civilization of Love: What Every Catholic Can Do to Transform the World $19.95 “> Carl Anderson, Supreme Knight of the Knights of Columbus, surveys the exciting and history-changing ideas of Pope John Paul II in “A Civilization of Love.” By popularizing not only John Paul’s vision but also that of his successor, Benedict XVI, Anderson hopes to inspire Christians to work toward creating a civilization of love. In such a civilization every person is a child of God. We are all intrinsically valuable. The battle today is between the culture of death (where people are judged by their social or economic value) and the culture of life. Anderson pushes aside religious differences in order to spread a message of hope to those who are weary of the constant turmoil of modern society. While he does specifically challenge Christians to take an active role in their faith, you do not have to be a Christian to participate in the movement toward a civilization of love. > By embracing the culture of life and standing with those most marginalized and deemed “useless” or a “burden” on modern society, Christians can change the tone and direction of our culture. Anderson demonstrates that regardless of our differences, we can come together on the centrality of loving and caring for others. He brings a message of inclusion and hope in the midst of a clash of civilizations and provides a road map for helping Christians understand their role in the world.”

Catholic Perspectives on Crime and Criminal Justice $75 “Drawing upon Catholic social teaching, traditional writings, and Sacred Scripture, Catholic Perspectives on Crime and Criminal Justice presents a Catholic perspective of crime and criminal justice in America.”

Catholic Update Guide to the Mass: Editors of Catholic Update $5.99 “Catholics have many questions about the central practice of the faith: Why do I need to go every Sunday? Why cant non-Catholics receive the Eucharist? What are the differences in the parts of the Mass? The Catholic Update Guide to the Mass compiles the best of Catholic Update to answer these and many other questions. In addition to offering clear guidance to the changes in the Roman Missal, this resource is also ideal for anyone returning to the practice of the Catholic faith, for those who are becoming Catholic, and for parents who want to know more about the Mass as they bring their children to celebrate the Eucharist.”

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The Catholic Faith: An Introduction $11.95 “An introduction to Catholicism for college students, painting a broad context of what a Catholic approach to the world is all about.”

Biblical Basics For The Catholic Faith $13.95 “In a non-confrontational manner, author John Salza quotes from the Bible to explain the basic doctrine of the Catholic Church.”

Catholic Household Blessings & Prayers $24.95 “Now in paperback, Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers is the family resource for exploring the Catholic tradition of prayer. Use Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers to ??? Learn prayers by memory ??? Bless the advent wreath, Christmas cr??che, and Easter foods ??? Lead grace before and after meals ??? Bless the home before a move and in times of trouble Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers brings solace, joy, and hope in God’s mercy to families.”

A Catholic Guide to the Bible $10.95 “This revised and expanded edition of A Catholic Guide to the Bible is a guide to the basics of biblical scholarship. For each of the 73 books in the Bible, A Catholic Guide to the Bible offers historical backgrounds, information about the author and the literary style of the work, and a theological interpretation of selected passages based on the latest Scripture scholarship and the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Drawing on more than 30 years experience as a priest and Catholic educator, Father Lukefahr helps ensure that the Bible will become a treasured companion and friend on your journey through life.”

The Encyclopedia of American Catholic History $79.95 “This comprehensive reference work spans half a millennium and covers the men, women, and events that shaped Catholic life.”

Catholic Answers to Fundamentalists’ Questions $4.99 “Expanded and updated in light of the changing social landscape. For Catholics and questioning Christian fundamentalists with clear and accurate answers about the Catholic faith.”

El Evangelio de San Mateo = The Gospel According to Matthew $4.95 “The goal of Sacra Pagina is to provide sound, critical analysis without any loss of sensitivity to religious meaning. This series is therefore catholic in two senses of the word: inclusive in its methods and perspectives, and shaped by the context of the Catholic tradition.”

Catholic Women & Abortion: Stories of Healing $8.95 “The stories of Catholic women who, in the depth of their personal crises, chose abortion.”

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Being Catholic in a Culture of Choice: $19.95 “What will the next generation of Catholics be like? Will they have a strong sense of their identity as Catholic Christians, or will they reflect a more generic Christian identity, without the distinctives associated with Catholicism? Some social commentators suggest that the Catholic identity of young adult Catholics is in jeopardy, with a less ecclesial faith, a “thin” commitment to the institutional church, and a lack of familiarity with the Catholic tradition. Others argue that there are signs that a new generation of younger Catholics is emerging, not all of whom fall easily into the liberal/conservative categories, though many Catholics over fifty tend to dismiss them as conservative, neo-conservative, or even restorationist. Thomas Rausch’s book examines a number of recent studies of young adult Catholics as well as different ways that being Catholic is developed and supported, from the Catholic imagination to a reexamination of Christian origins in the light of the charges made in The Da Vinci Code, to the domestic church and Catholic colleges and universities.”

Catholic Mass for Dummies $19.99 “An unintimidating guide to understanding the Catholic Mass <p> Throughout the centuries, the liturgy of the Church has taken a variety of regional and historical forms, but one thing has remained constant: the Mass has always been the central form of Catholic worship. <p> <i>Catholic Mass For Dummies</i> gives you a step-by-step overview of the Catholic Mass, as well as a close look at the history and meaning of the Mass as a central form of Catholic worship. You’ll find information on the order of a Mass and coverage of major Masses.<ul><li>Covers standard Sunday Mass, weddings, funerals, holiday services, and holy days of obligation<li>Provides insight on the events, symbols, themes, history, and language of the Mass<li>Translations of a Mass in Castilian and Latin American Spanish</ul> <p> <p> If you’re a Catholic looking to enhance your knowledge of your faith, an adult studying to convert to Catholicism, a CCD instructor, or a non-Catholic who wants to understand the many nuances of the Catholic Mass, this hands-on, friendly guide has you covered.”

Catholic Identity and the Laity $30 “Sixteen peer-reviewed essays (from around 50 submitted) that explore the role of the laity within the Catholic Church and the nature of Catholic identity as it relates to the laity. Major essays by plenary speakers Paul Lakeland and Dolores Leckey will anchor the volume.”

Prayer in the Catholic Tradition $14.95 “Prayer is the foundation of the spiritual life. Prayer is, according to Romano Guardini, “as necessary” to a human being’s spiritual existence as the laws of logic are to the intellectual life or the spatial order is to his physcical existence.” In this work, six distinguished Catholic theologians address the topic of prayer in the Catholic tradition.”

The Catholic Companion to the Psalms $10.95 “Here is the latest in author Mary Kathleen Glavich’s award-winning “Catholic Companion” series. The Catholic Companion to the Psalms is a complete, accessible and fascinating exploration of the Psalms and why are (and should be) precious to Catholics today. It offers a treasury of methods and information for understanding and praying the Psalms. Chapters include: God the Lyricist, The Psalms as Poetry, Lectio Divina with the Psalms.”

2010 Catholic Almanac $30.95 “The absolute best source for trustworthy, accurate, up-to-date information > Our Sunday Visitor’s Catholic Almanac remains the only annual, comprehensive guide to the Catholic Church. It is the essential one-volume reference work for researchers, homilists, writers, media professionals, students, and teachers. > Published for more than one hundred years, this is a proven resource that offers solid Catholic teaching and information. Its in-depth index makes finding specific, exact information easy. > Cardinal John P. Foley, President emeritus of the Pontifical Council for Social Communications at the Vatican, has called the Catholic Almanac “an annual masterpiece “”

Catholic Prayers and Devotions $6.95 “A traditional Catholic Prayer book which features Christian Doctrine, the Rosary, Stations of the Cross, Devotions to the Sacred Heart, St. Joseph, The Blessed Mother and everyday prayers.”

Catholic Church and the Bible $11.95 “A clear, detailed and readable scriptural study guide on all the major questions and topics about the Chruch and the Bible, this work is particularly keyed to the new Catechism of the Catholic Church.”

Catholic Bible for Children $8.03 “>>The >Catholic Bible for Children> is a welcome new title from Catholic Book Publishing.>  >With over 75 Bible stories specifically for children, this full-color illustrated Catholic> Bible for Children> will teach and delight children.>  >From God’s creation of the world to Saint Paul’s travels, this sturdy hard-cover >>>Catholic Bible for Children>>> has it all, including a brilliantly colored, striking cover illustration of the animals disembarking from Noah’s Ark with a rainbow in the background.>>> >>>> >>Product Details>>Ages: 4 – 8>Page Count: 140>Dimensions: 11.3″ (L) x 8.6″ (W) x 0.9″ (D)>Release: 11/2006> >”

Essential Catholic Social Thought $26 “This book provides a broad view of the basic features of the rich tradition of Catholic reflection and action on social issues. In the words of Brady, “the Catholic social tradition is about action and contemplation. It calls on persons to take responsibility for themselves and for their neighbors. It aims to reach the hearts and the minds of persons. . . . It seeks personal conversion and social transformation.” Written in an accessible style and designed for a one-semester course, it presents the principles of Catholic social thought along with their historical development and abridged excerpts from relevant documents. Each chapter includes study/discussion questions and begins and ends with a traditional Catholic prayer.”

OurSundayVistor’s Catholic Almanac $28.95 “The absolute best source for trustworthy, accurate, up-to-date information >Our Sunday Visitor’s Catholic Almanac remains the “only” annual, comprehensive guide to the Catholic Church. It is the essential one-volume reference work for researchers, homilists, writers, media professionals, students, and teachers.>Published for more than one hundred years, this is the “proven” resource that offers solid, orthodox Catholic teaching and information. Its in-depth index makes finding specific, exact information easy.>Archbishop John P. Foley, President “emeritus” of the Pontifical Council for Social Communications at the Vatican, has called the Catholic Almanac “”an annual masterpiece “”"

The Catholic Warrior $8.99 “”God is calling forth a vast army of saints to advance the kingdom of heaven here on earth. The battle is fierce, the rewards immense, and the adventure beyond your wildest dreams.”Like a recruitment officer for the army of God, author Robert Abel issues a bold call to Catholics everywhere. The Catholic Warrior takes readers through spiritual boot camp and teaches them to draw on the power of Christ through a warrior’s greatest weapons — faith, love and prayer. It concludes with the great commission for those who are willing to accept the challenge and join the ranks.Stories of men and women performing deeds of valor on the spiritual battlefield didn’t end in Bible times or with the lives of saints from centuries past. Particularly in an era when priests are few and challenges are many, Christ needs laypeople who are willing to put on the full armor of God, push back enemy lines, and advance the kingdom of heaven here on earth.Are you ready for an adventure of a lifetime? Rise to your feet, all you mighty warriors. The Spirit of God says, “Come ” You are hereby commissioned”

Catholic and Ecumenical: History and Hope $25.95 “Ecumenical consciousness has not always been part of the Catholic experience. Frederick M. Bliss, S.M. traces how the concern for ecumenism came about – from uneasy tension to confidence in the true grace of catholicity. This second edition of Catholic and Ecumenical follows significant developments in dialogues with the Catholic Church up to 2006, and suggests likely trends of continuing change.”

Pocket Guide To Catholic Apologetics $6.95 “Now – at your fingertips – is the biblical basis for the key Catholic teachings and customs that non-Catholics wonder about, object to, and preach against.Filled with Scripture citations to help you explain, defend, and learn more about specific Catholic beliefs and practices. A Pocket Guide to Catholic Apologetics lists more than sixty apologetics themes in an easy-to-locate format.Designed as a pocket guide companion guide to the best-selling Where is That in the Bible?”

The Catholic Church: A Short History $14 “In this extraordinary book, the controversial and profoundly influential Hans Kung chronicles the Roman Catholic Church’s role as a world power throughout history. Along the way, he examines the great schisms–between East and West, and Catholic and Protestant–as well as the evolving role of the papacy, the stories of the great reforming popes, and the expansion of a global church infrastructure. The book concludes with a searching assessment of how the Catholic faith will confront the immense challenges posed in the new millennium by those seeking reform of traditional strictures.”

The Catholic Prayer Book $24.99 “The Catholic Prayer Book is an excellent resource for personal prayer. It gathers a diverse selection of prayers and devotions from the rich traditions of the Church, both ancient and contemporary. This treasury of Catholic worship includes personal, family, and liturgical prayers. Tens of thousands of Catholics who use The Catholic Prayer Book testify that it is the best collection of prayers available. This handsome leatherette edition makes an ideal gift for any occasion, especially sacramental events such as baptism, First Communion, and confirmation.”

Animals Of The Bible Coloring Book $12.5 “Magnificent new series of religious books for children, superbly illustrated in Full color and simply written, that will help all children to better understand the Catholic Faith.”

Religious Stamps Pkg/24 $6.99 Religious Stampers are perfect for decorating your notebooks, letters, and more. Each Religious Stamper is 1 1/2 inches and has a religious image. Images include crosses, praying hands, and Jesus fish. Available in assorted designs.

Handbook of Preschol Religious Education $24.95 “HANDBOOK OF PRESCHOOL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION is an exhaustive and comprehensive treatment of the entire field of early childhood religious education. This encyclopedic volume is an indispensable guide and resource for all those involved in the religious education of young children.”

Handbook of Preschool Religious Education $34 “HANDBOOK OF PRESCHOOL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION is an exhaustive and comprehensive treatment of the entire field of early childhood religious education. This encyclopedic volume is an indispensable guide and resource for all those involved in the religious education of young children.”

Marriage and the Catholic Church: Disputed Questions $24.95 “It is an open secret that marriage is in crisis in the United States and that the marriages of Catholics are not significantly different from other marriages. In Marriage and the Catholic Church Michael Lawler confronts the difficult questions in the Catholic theology of marriage. Lawler, among the leading Catholic voices on the theology of marriage, highlights a Catholic approach to pre-marital relationships, to marriage, to divorce, and to remarriage. He examines the relationship of marriage and sacrament, faith and sacrament, friendship in marriage, divorce and remarriage, cohabitation, family, inter-church marriages, and the changing models of marriage in the Catholic tradition. The whole offers a fresh look at the Catholic theology of marriage for a new millennium.”

Catholic Update Guide to Baptism $5.99 “Baptism is at the heart of being Christian, and is our call to follow in the footsteps of Jesus. In the “Catholic Update Guide to Baptism,” readers will find the historical basis for the sacrament, as well as the theological underpinnings of what it means to be baptized into the Catholic faith. The book is composed of three sections: What is the sacrament of baptism? The why of baptism; How we receive baptism. Each of these sections has practical advice and commentary interwoven with Church teaching, delivered in a style that is easy to read and understand. The “Catholic Update Guide to Baptism” is excellent for parents preparing to baptize their children, those in the RCIA, and for those facilitating baptism preparation. It also will be useful for general study classes on the sacraments.”

Religious Bookmark Pkg/12 $2.99 Religious Bookmarks make great inspirational favors for your Bible Study group. Religious Bookmarks are plastic and measure 2 inches wide with an 8 inch string.

Religious Studies $30 “Since its inception almost 200 years ago, the study of religion has informed, enlightened, provoked, and challenged our notions of humanity’s deepest beliefs and longings. Now Walter Capps, nationally recognized for the quality and depth of his teaching, has written the first full-scale introduction to the history and methods of religious studies. To assess the many points of view in this mature but diffuse discipline. Capps uses the idea that four basic of fundamental questions and three enduring interests have given formal structure to the study of religion: the essence of religion; the origin of religion, descriptions of religion; the function of religion, the language of religion, comparisons of religion and, the future of religious studies. In this way Capps relates the chief insights and theories of philosophy, anthropology, phenomenology, sociology, and theology of religion, and spotlights theorists from Immanuel Kant to Mircea Eliade. His valuable text unites in a single narrative and conceptual framework the major methodological proposals for the academic study of religion; treats all the major theorists in their respective disciplines, schools of thought, and intellectual movements; treats the whole discipline as a dynamic and evolving tradition. Religious Studies constitutes not only an erudite introduction to the field, exhibiting vast scholarship and careful assessment, but also a bold synthetic proposal for its future.”

Religious Advocacy and American History $25 “Religious Advocacy and American History explores the general question of bias and objectivity in higher learning from the perspective of the role of religious convictions in the study of American history.”

Favorite Catholic Novenas: $6.95 “10 of the most popular Catholic novenas are featured in this book, i.e. Sacred Heart, St. Therese, St. Jude, St. Joseph, St. Peregrine, Infant of Prague, St. Anne and Miraculous Medal.”

The Catholic Children’s Bible $10.71 “Edited by Sister Mary Theola Zimmerman. This best selling and very complete book of Bible stories will be treasured by Catholic children of all ages. 320 pages. Size: 6â€? x 9â€?.”

Daily Readings in Catholic Classics $17.95 “Tapping into the writings of such famous Catholic authors, saints, and doctors of the Church as Augustine, Chesterton, Aquinas, Francis de Sales, Newman, and Teresa of Avila, Father Myers has gathered together in this special volume a reading for each day of the year.”

Catholic Book Of Prayers $8.75 “Today’s most popular general prayerbook. Contains many favorite prayers – for every day, to the Blessed Trinity, to Mary, and the Saints, and a summary of our Faith. Designed especially for Catholic adults and those with limited vision.”

Catholic Dictionary Coloring Book $12.5 “Magnificent New Series Of Catholic Coloring Books That Will Help Children Begin Learning Their Faith. It Features:Large Easy-to-color IllustrationsMost Convenient SizeShort Simple Readable TextsProven Educational ApproachHigh-quality PaperImprimatur Of New York Archdiocese”

Catholic ABC Coloring Book $12.5 “Magnificent New Series Of Catholic Coloring Books That Will Help Children Begin Learning Their Faith. It Features:Large Easy-to-color IllustrationsMost Convenient SizeShort Simple Readable TextsProven Educational ApproachHigh-quality PaperImprimatur Of New York Archdiocese”

So You’re Working for the Catholic Church: A Friendly Guide to the Catholic Tradition $12.95 “An overview for new church employees coming in touch with the church, perhaps for the first time, or refreshing their acquaintance with> Catholic tradition.”

A Catholic Guide to Caring for Your Aging Parent $14.95 “Written by a professional care-giver and a devout Catholic, A Catholic Guide to Caring for Your Aging Parent is a guide that places faith at the center of a complete approach to elderly care. Dodds insists that Catholic spirituality deepens the whole process.”

The Religious Sense $19.95 “If we accept the hypothesis that the mystery entered the realm of human existence and spoke in human terms, the relationship between the individual and God is no longer based on a moral, imaginative, or aesthetic effort but instead on coming upon an event in one’s life. Thus the religious method is overturned by Christ: in Christianity it is no longer the person who seeks to know the mystery but the mystery that makes himself known by entering history.”

New Short History of the Catholic Church $22.95 “A new volume to replace The Short History of the Catholic Church (Burns&Oates) – now severely out of date.”

The Church: One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic $9.99 “Three pastor-scholars explore the meaning for evangelical’s today of the Nicene Creed’s affirmation of the church as “one holy, catholic, and apostolic.”"

Could You Ever Become a Catholic? $9.95 “What is it that makes the Catholic Church so unique? Why would anyone want to be a Catholic? Could / ever become a Catholic? These questions and many more are addressed in this book by individuals who have asked them too. If you were ever curious about who converts to Catholicism and why, or whether you could ever become a Catholic, you will find much to ponder here.”

Catholic Schools and the Law: A Teacher’s Guide $8.95 “A practical guide to helping today’s Catholic school teachers deal with the legal issues facing them.”

Visit/Roman Catholic Church P $13 “An introduction to Roman Catholicism, explained through a visit to a Catholic church. For lower secondary level.”

New Catholic Picture Bible $9.95 “Now in a padded hardcover edition, here are Catholic stories taken from the Holy Bible, intended for the whole family and easy to understand. The first part treats the Old Testamentfrom Adam to Christand contains the most important and memorable events in God’s dealings with man during that time. The second part contains sixty stories from the New Testament that narrate beautifully the life, teachings, and work of Our Lord and Savior. These simply written stories, praised by leading Catholic educators for their style, will delight children time after time.”

Essential Catholic Catechism $19.99 “”The Essential Catholic Catechism” is a thorough revision of Alan Schreck’s landmark book, “The Basics of the Faith.” Completely rewritten to conform to the “Catechism of the Catholic Church,” this popular summary of the faith is especially designed for popular use. Unlike other catechisms that are reference works, the book is intended to be read from cover to cover. It is so easy to use that it should be regarded as a “reader’s edition.”"

How to Celebrate Christmas as a Catholic $14.95 “The mental checklist of things to do between Thanksgiving and Christmas can be overwhelming: shopping, planning, decorating, baking, cooking, hosting, traveling, etc. How easy it can be to forget the real meaning behind the season.>How to Celebrate Christmas as a Catholic can help you maintain a better balance and perspective.>How to Celebrate Christmas as a Catholic can provide a simple reminder and reinforcement to truly evaluate the time, stress, effort, and family traditions of the season. It will also give you a combination of explanation, inspiration, and motivation in just the right dose”

My Big Book Of Catholic Bible Stories – Book $9.99 My Big Book Of Catholic Bible Stories – Digital format, immediate delivery.

In Pursuit of Love: Catholic Morality and Human Sexuality $29.95 “..”.a clear and consistent appreciation of the best insights of contemporary Catholic theology…”"

Questions of Faith: A Workbook Companion to the Catechism of the Catholic Church $6.95 “A workbook consisting of 160 questions explores the main teachings of the Catholic Church.”

101 Questions and Answers on Eastern Catholic Churches $12.95 “Offers an introductory look at the the theology, practices and structures of the Eastern Catholic Churches.”

What Makes Us Catholic: Eight Gifts for Life $14.99 “>What makes a Catholic a Catholic? According to Thomas Groome, an expert on the essential ingredients of Catholic Christianity, Catholics share certain vital features of life and identity. “What Makes Us Catholic” explains and illuminates that character, and invites Catholics of all kinds to connect more deeply and imaginatively with their own culture and spirituality.”

Jesus and the Emergence of a Catholic Imagination: An Illustrated Journey $27.95 “This richly illustrated book traces the development of a specifically Catholic imagination from its roots in the thought-world of Jesus to Catholic art at the end of the first millennium.”

The Book of Catholic Wisdom: 2000 Years of Spiritual Writing $21.95 “The Book of Catholic Wisdom helps all people — individuals, families, and groups — ground their prayer in the Catholic tradition. This extensive and diverse collection is a valuable spiritual resource.”

Catholic Christianity: A Complete Catechism of Catholic Beliefs Based on the Catechism of the Cathol $17.95 “For the first time in 400 years the Catholic Church has authorized an official universal catechism which instantly became an international best-seller, The Catechism of the Catholic Church. Using this official Catechism, the highly-regarded author and professor Peter Kreeft presents a complete compendium of all the major beliefs of Catholicism written in his readable and concise style.>Since The Catechism of the Catholic Church was written for the express purpose of grounding and fostering catechisms based on it for local needs and ordinary readers, Kreeft does just that, offering a thorough summary of Catholic doctrine, morality, and worship in a popular format with less technical language. He presents a systematic, organic synthesis of the essential and fundamental Catholic teachings in the light of the Second Vatican Council and the whole of the Church’s Tradition.>This book is the most thorough, complete and popular catechetical summary of Catholic belief in print that is based on the universal Catechism.”

Catholic Bible Dictionary $45 “>More than a generation has passed since the appearance of the last major Catholic Bible dictionary. It has been a fertile generation for biblical scholarship, an eventful time for biblical archaeology, and a fruitful time for the Church’s interpretation of the Bible. It is time for a new resource. >Scott Hahn, internationally renowned theologian and biblical scholar, has inspired millions with his insight into the Catholic faith. Now he brings us this important reference guide, written specifically for Catholics, which contains more than five thousand clear and accessible entries and covers a wide range of people, places, and topics. From Genesis to Revelation, the whole of salvation history is presented and explained in smart, easy-to-understand prose. >”Catholic Bible Dictionary “is an invaluable source of information, insight, and guidance for Catholics and others who are interested in enriching their understanding of Sacred Scripture. Scott Hahn draws from two millennia of scholarship to create an accessible and comprehensive tool for deeper and more rewarding biblical study.”

Confessions of a Born-Again Catholic: A Scriptural Look at Catholic Christianity $14.95 “HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED* What it means to be “born again”?* If Jesus is really present in communion?* If it is okay to go to Mary and the Saints in prayer?* How faith and works are related to salvation?* If the baptism in the Holy Spirit is for real?* What the Catholic Mass is really all about?* Why the Catholic Bible has more books than other Bibles?* If the rules and traditions of the Catholic Church are Scriptural?* What happened century by century in Catholic Church history–and why?* What God has to say about Christian unity?This book answers these questions and many others from the down-to-earthviewpoint of attorney Daniel Wiegand who, after confronting his own questionsabout Christianity and Catholicism, explored the Bible and became a born again, Bible believing, Spirit filled, Catholic. If you’re not familiar with the term “born again,” don’t worry. This book is definitely Catholic and has received the Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur. >If you’d like to be a better informed Catholic, have a greater understanding andappreciation of your faith, get more out of Mass, have a closer relationship with Jesus and the Holy Spirit and be able to respond to those who say the Catholic Church isn’t scriptural, read this book. If you have a friend or loved one who has left the Catholic Church, this book may draw them back. If you’re a former Catholic or a non-Catholic who has questioned the scriptural basis for Roman Catholicism, this book will benefit you as well. With over 600 Scripture references and quotations the author literally makes the case for Roman Catholicism. >WHAT DR. FRANS BRANDT, Ed.D, ABMP SAYS>In his Foreword to the book, Dr.Brandt, author of ten books published in severalcountries, says “Both Catholic and non-Catholic Christians-as well as anyone whohas even the slightest interest in the Bible, spirituality, or Church history-will be greatly blessed by reading this book. …Wiegand has written the kind of book, perhaps even the book, that may play a major role in bringing about greater unity to the body of Christ.”"

Exploring the Catholic Church: An Introduction to Catholic Teaching and Practice $11.99 “In this book, Marcellino D’Ambrosio, one of the American church’s best popular teachers, uses the experience of the saints and his own personal testimony to offer readable and inspiring explanations of what Catholics believe and what Catholics do. Exploring the Catholic Church is the perfect starter book for seekers and enquirers, for new Christians, for graduates of programs such as Alpha for Catholics, for candidates in the RCIA, and for Catholics who just want to refresh their faith and practice. It is an ideal gift for sacramental moments at life’s passages, such as confirmation and adult baptism.”

The Catholic Church in the Third Millennium $14.99 “Nearly five thousand books are currently available on the subject of the “new” Catholic Church. However, few of them capture the essence and explain the practice of the Catholic faith tradition in a way that is as understandable as The Catholic Church In The Third Millennium. This book documents the dramatic changes that have transformed the Catholic Church during the past four decades, explores the implications of these changes in the present and projects future changes still to come. Most everyone who reads this book will discover a greater appreciation of their own very personal faith journey. Daniel Fusting served as president of a national management consulting firm for thirty two years and authored several programs in organization, management and leadership development for the business world. During this time, he remained actively involved in parish and diocesan ministries and developed several programs in pastoral and ministry formation for both the priests and the laity. He now devotes his full time to writing and speaking. Dan and his wife Mary, who is also pastoral associate in their parish, have five children and sixteen grandchildren.”

The Catholic Church vs. the Bible $14.99 “The Catholic Church not only Claims to be a Christian Church, but also claims to be the only true Christian church, without which there is no salvation]..UNLESS you are Muslim. The Bible teaches that through Jesus all are saved. The Catholic Church teaches that through Mary mankind is saved. Quote the council of Trent on the priest: The priest is the man of God…. He that despiseth the priest despiseth God; he that hears him hears God. The priest remits sins as God, and that which he calls his body at the alter is adored as God by himself and by the congregation…. It is clear that their function is such that none greater can be conceived. Wherefore they are justly called not only angel, but also God, holding as they do among us the power and authority of the immortal God. The constant Theme running through the teachings of the Catholic Church in the Catechism is that the sacrifice of Jesus Christ was not enough Jesus Christ and the true Gospel have truly become a stumbling block for man. We cannot or will not believe that an all-powerful God would make our salvation truly free. This is the reason that the Catholic Church can do what it does. To mans wisdom it makes sense that we would have to pay, in some way, for our salvation, earn it. However, salvation is truly a free gift with no strings attached. Enough said”

The Catholic Vote: A Guide for the Perplexed $16 “”The Catholic Vote” is an accessible guide to issues Catholics should consider before going to the polls. Issues covered include the economy, poverty, health care, family, crime, waging war, race and ethnicity, imigration, the environment, and protecting human life.”

Compendium: Catechism of the Catholic Church $14.95 “Pope Benedict XVI gives the Church the “food” that it seeks in the 598 questions and answers comprising the official summary of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Because of the book’s format, parents, pastors, teachers, principals, and catechists have a unique opportunity to dialogue with the faithful, and reinvigorate the Church’s ongoing mission of evangelization and catechesis. USCC”

Catholic Social Teaching and Movements $34.95 “Putting human faces on the Church’s social teachings: that’s what this unique book is about. The author aims to tell the story of Catholic social tradition “from below” and “from above, ” from the perspective of the official teachings and the movements and persons that expressed and shaped that teaching.”

Philosophy and Catholic Theology: A Primer $21.95 “This short book offers a survey of recent philosophy and how its different patterns of thought have influenced Catholic theologians. Rooted in the questions raised by Vatican I and the directions pointed by Vatican II, Philosophy and Catholic Theology shows how theology has developed over the past two centuries and how it builds on the foundations philosophy has laid since the Middle Ages and the crises of the Reformation and the Enlightenment. Begin to see how reason informs faith and how the two work together to yield knowledge of lifes most profound realities. This book will be of immediate appeal to students of both philosophy and theology as well as to the general reader.”

Understanding Catholic Morality $22.95 “This accessible introduction to Catholic morality focuses on moral development, not simply the acquisition of learning. It is about the moral person. In looking at the morality of actions and structures, the author considers the scope of human life: social milieu, life circumstances, and the fundamental call of humans to union with God. >Faith thus plays a foundational role in moral theology. The person of Jesus and his life and words guide the believer in leading a moral life. Most importantly, a relationship of faith enables the adult to exercise personal responsibility for moral living.>The author applies the principles of Catholic morality to specific life situations throughout the book. Her book is ideal for personal or classroom study.”

Catholicism: The Story of Catholic Christianity $29.95 “This lucid and accessible account explains how Roman Catholicism and its beliefs and practices came to be what they are. The authors move through history to sum up the present characteristics of Catholic Christianity and the major challenges it faces in the third millennium. Explaining matters in a fresh and original way, they do justice to the Catholic heritage and show that Catholicism is a dynamic and living faith. Well-structured, highly informative, and clearly written, the book does not duck critical problems and the negative side of history. Rather, O’Collins and Farrugia explore the challenges which Catholics and other Christians must face, and examine the need to confront contemporary moral issues. This is an authoritative, lively, and up-to-date introduction to Catholicism for the modern reader.”

A Concise Guide to Catholic Social Teaching $15.95 “This practical guide to Catholic social teaching is a welcome resource for both church professionals and the person in the pew. Father Kevin McKenna, distills the major themes of Catholic social teaching that come to us in papal and episcopal writings. Each chapter concludes with a probing set of reflection/discussion questions.”

The People’s Catechism: Catholic Faith for Adults $19.95 “An accessible introduction to some of the major themes of Catholic faith. This volume is organized in four parts–faith, sacraments, morals, and prayer. Each section features several chapters that begin with a passage from scripture, and then offer a Catholic way of seeing the importance of the passage for Christian life today.”

To Z Guide To The Roman Catholic Faith $19.99 “A to Z Guide to the Roman Catholic Faith is the perfect study companion for anyone who wants to know more about the largest branch of Christianity. It presents authoritative, comprehensive, and current articles identifying and explaining Catholic traditions, teachings, institutions, leaders, and historical events.”

Life in Christ: A Catholic Cathechism for Adults $8.95 “The #1 adult catechism with over 2 million copies sold Written in the traditional question-and-answer format, it has been revised according to the “Catechism of the Catholic Church.”

The Catholic Church in History: Legend and Reality $24.95 “The darkest chapters of Catholic history usually evoke either denial or uninformed prejudice. But under the leadership of visionaries such as Pope John Paul II, a new way of understanding history is emerging – reconciliation and hope come not from ignoring history, but from a close examination of the forgotten facts, with clues to their meaning for life today. In The Catholic Church in History, Keith Lewis helps us reexamine what really happened in these controversial events, and shows us how Catholic faith offers tools for addressing mistakes and moving forward.”

The Challenge & Spirituality of Catholic Social Teaching $22 “How to live out the gospel of Jesus Christ, the “glad tidings to the poor.”> > An exploration of Catholic social teaching that focuses on its spirituality and the challenges that it poses to Christians today After the introduction and a general chapter on the prophetic nature of Catholic social teaching, Mich presents seven additional chapters, each on a specific theme within Catholic social teaching:> ovaluing all creation,> ohuman dignity,> othe need for community,> othe option for the poor,> ohuman rights and responsibilities,> othe dignity of work,> o and the need for solidarity (issues of war and peace).”

Living the Catechism of the Catholic Church: The Sacraments $10.95 “Cardinal Christoph Schonborn, the editor of the monumental Catechism of the Catholic Church, a world-wide best seller, provides a brief and profound commentary on the second part of the Catechism, the sacraments, Schonborn gives an incisive, detailed analysis of the sacraments, providing a specific meditation for each week of the year on how to better live the Catholic faith with the aid of the sacraments and the Mass, and explained in the Catechism, Through these 52 meditations, Schonborn’s hope is for the reader to not just have a better grasp of the Catholic doctrine and belief, but especially to grow in a greater love of and devotion to the person of Jesus Christ.”

Problems of Religious Diversity $43.95 “”Exploring Religious Diversity” analyzes the philosophical questions raised by the fact that many religions in the world often appear to contradict each other in doctrine and practice. >Analyzes the philosophical questions raised by the fact that many religions in the world often appear to contradict each other in doctrine and practice. >Evaluates the fundamental philosophical underpinnings of the debates between religious and non-religious approaches to religious diversity. >Contains a glossary that defines the book’s key technical terms and how they are related to one another.”

A Catholic Dictionary $29.95 “no description”

Catholic Is Wonderful! $4.95 “no description”

Catholic Dictionary $12.95 “Need to look up the definition or pronunciation quickly? This handy pocket size dictionary is just the tool you need.”

The Mind That Is Catholic: Philosophical & Political Essays $34.95 “James V. Schall is a treasure of the Catholic intellectual tradition. A prolific author and essayist, Schall readily connects with his readers on sundry topics from war to friendship, philosophy, politics, and to ordinary everyday living. In his newest work, The Mind That Is Catholic, he presents a retrospective collection of his academic and literary essays written in the past fifty years. In each essay, he exemplifies the Catholic mind at its bestseeing the whole, leaving nothing out. > The “Catholic mind” seeks to recognize a consistent and coherent relation between the solid things of reason and the definite facts of revelation. Its thought aims to understand how they belong together in a fruitful manner, each profiting from the other; each being what it is. The Catholic mind is not a confusion of disparate sources. It respects and makes distinctions. It sees where things separate. It is in fact delighted by what is.> This delightful book is not polemical, but cont”

Lazarus at the Table: Catholic and Social Justice $15.95 “Lazarus at the Table is the fruit of more than two decades of instructing students in the social teachings of the Catholic Church. For most of these years Bernard Evans has taught graduate students. Lately he also teaches educated lay Catholics engaged in parish ministry and enrolled in diocesan ministry formation programs. This book is written specifically for the latter group. Evans agrees with the bishops of the United States who insist that any Catholic education that does not include Catholic social teaching is not fully Catholic. And so he writes clearly, concisely, and convincingly about how Catholic social teaching addresses such contemporary issues as human dignity, abortion, assisted suicide and euthanasia, embryonic stem cell research, the death penalty, war, family, marriage, poverty, superfluous income, just wages, unions, peace, solidarity, and many more. Excerpts from the church’s official teachings in papal documents abound throughout the book.”

Why I Became a Catholic $9.95 “Originally written as a personal testimony to his own children on why he became a Catholic, this is a thoughtful and timeless conversion story of Sir Joseph Pope written during the early part of the 20th century. Born on Prince Edward Island, Canada, in 1854 to a family renowned for distinguished service to the Canadian government, Joseph carried on the family tradition as a highly regarded civil servant.>Joseph served as the private secretary to Sir John Macdonald, Canada’s first prime minister, and then as Undersecretary of State during the government of Sir Wilfrid Laurier. Like St. Thomas More, Pope was held in high esteem as a public servant, and he enjoyed the total confidence of prime ministers and governors, all whom sought his advice. He also was a prolific author, including the official biographies of major Canadian historical figures.>Amidst this busy public life, Sir Joseph Pope developed a profound spiritual life and a mind always hungry for eternal truth. Raised in a nominal Anglican family, he sensed the inconsistencies and lack of solid authority and doctrinal beliefs in Anglicanism. His persistent, courageous search for the fullness of truth finally led him home to the Catholic Church. Having found the pearl of great price, he wrote this lasting memoir to share with his children, and now all of us, the rich treasure of his Catholic faith.”

How to Pray as a Catholic $14.95 “You may have asked yourself some or all of these questions … and you may not be fully satisfied with the answers you received. That’s why Our Sunday Visitor has come out with this new, clear, and concise pamphlet that explains exactly what it means to pray as a Catholic. This concise, informative pamphlet gives you the information you need to not just learn about prayer, but to learn how to pray Filled with examples and practical suggestions, How to Pray as a Catholic will help you have, as St. Clement of Alexandria put it, “a conversation with God.” Prayer is a conversation with God and like any conversation, it goes both ways. We talk to God and He talks to us. God loves us more than we can imagine. He wants us to get to know and love Him as a Father. Like any loving parent, He wants to spend time talking with His children. That’s what prayer is all about. And learning to have a conversation with God is what How to Pray as a Catholic is all about”

Catholic Update Guide to Marriage $5.99 “More than simply a book about marriage, the “Catholic Update Guide to Marriage” addresses the sacramental aspect of the union between husband and wife. It touches on the long history of this sacrament within the Church, and helps readers understand the difference between a civil wedding and a sacramental marriage. The book is composed of three sections: What is the sacrament of marriage? Why the sacrament of marriage makes a difference; How to make the sacrament of marriage work. Each of these sections has practical advice and commentary interwoven with Church teaching, delivered in an easy to read and understand style. The “Catholic Update Guide to Marriage” is excellent for those preparing for marriage as well as those who work with couples in marriage preparation sessions. People who have been married for a while will find refreshment and reinforcement in this book, and it will be useful for general study classes on the sacraments.”

Catholic Book Of Bible Stories $10.04 “A Bible storybook with fifty stories retold from Scripture_especially designed for young Catholics ages 4-8 This beautiful Bible storybook retells fifty familiar Bible stories for children ages four to eight. Each story is followed by “God’s Blessing,” where the reader is reminded of the key message from the story; and “Faith to Grow,” where the story is personalized to the reader and is tied in to the Catholic faith. At the end of the storybook is a section filled with fun crafts and activities adults and children can do together that reinforce themes from the Bible stories. Features include: * 50 stories retold from Scripture * “God’s Blessing”: provides the key message of the Bible story * “Faith to Grow”: written from a distinctly Catholic perspective, ending in a prayer * Four-color artwork throughout by Doris Ettlinger, artist of the Little House on the Prairie books. * Fun crafts and activities”

The Authentic Catholic Woman $13.99 “What does it mean to be a woman today? Is there a one-size-fits-all answer? How can a woman be truly Catholic and truly feminine, hard-working and creative, and yet be at peace within? How does she nurture life at home, at school, on the jo ( or in the culture? In this profound yet practical guide, Genevieve Kineke invites women to consider the Church, the Bride of Christ, as the model for authentic Catholic womanhood. ?The mission of women is inscribed in the mystery of the Church, ? Pope John Paul II said. The author explores facets of this mystery?the Church as mother, bride, spouse and teacher, as sacramental, as font of wisdom, source of culture, and life-giving sanctuary?and reveals how women mirror the Church in their core identity. Faithful to this authentic identity, women will play a critical role in rebuilding a civilization of love and life.”

The Forgiveness Book: A Catholic Approach $12.95 “What is forgiveness? Why is it so hard to forgive? In The Forgiveness Book: A Catholic Approach, award-winning authors Alice Camille and Paul Boudreau address these questions and many more by thoroughly examining what Scripture has to say about those who “trespass against us,” and what it takes to accomplish the difficult act of forgiveness???all from a distinctly Catholic point of view. The Forgiveness Book asks tough questions and prayerfully investigates issues such as: Why should we forgive? What to do with sin? The importance of Confession, Contrition and Compensation; How do we accept forgiveness? The power of forgiveness; Forgiveness vs. enabling The Appendix includes an examination of conscience, prayers of forgiveness, Bible verses on forgiveness, important books on forgiveness, and a list of films that focus on forgiveness.”

The Compact Catholic Prayer Book $12.95 “The Compact Catholic Prayer Book combines the traditional prayers of the Catholic faith with newly written prayers for contemporary concerns, such as the conversion of terrorists and victims of cancer and AIDS. Catholics will use this handy treasury of prayers each day to pray the blessings of morning, noon, and evening and to recite the short, one-sentence “prayers on the run” for busy times. Another section features prayers for special needs, among them prayers for sick children, engaged couples, or those near death. Prayers to Mary and the saints, prayers written by saints, and classic devotions such as the Stations of the Cross and the rosary are also part of this book, along with all four Eucharistic Prayers and prayers to prepare for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Anointing. Just the right size for purse, pocket, brief case, or glove compartment A perfect gift for all occasions. Ideal for participants in RCIA.”

Mary and the Catholic Imagination: Le Point Vierge $9.95 “Reflects on the nature of the Catholic imagination as viewed through the figure of Mary and suggests that she might be considered the global Catholic Church’s point vierge a provocative phrase that opens up a dimension of both the Catholic imagination and the mystery of Mary in an intriguing manner.”

Believing in Jesus: A Popular Overview of the Catholic Faith $14.99 “In a lively style Foley covers the complete spectrum of the Catholic faith, from early Old Testament times through a world starting over in Jesus, and looking ahead to the time when Jesus will come again. This edition is updated to reflect the latest church documents and events and is cross-referenced to the Catechism of the Catholic Church. (Catholic)”

Your Faith: A Popular Presentation of Catholic Belief $9.95 “This fully color illustrated popular presentation of Catholic belief will help readers easily and intimately understand the depth, breath, and beauty of the Catholic faith. Chapters on the Sacraments, Scriptures, Jesus, Mary, the Mother of God, Church, among others, work together in helping the reader understand the Catholic faith experience”

Religious Liberty in Western Thought $28 “In this volume, ten leading scholars harvest the best of Western thinking on religious liberty. An opening chapter shows how religious liberty emerged slowly in the West through centuries of cruel experience and growing enlightenment. Separate chapters thereafter take up the unique roles of such titans as Marsilius, Luther, Calvin, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Burke, Tocqueville, and the American framers in the Western drama of religious liberty. From widely divergent experiences, these titans discovered the cardinal principles of religious liberty–religious pluralism and toleration, religious equality and non-discrimination, liberty of conscience and association, freedom of expression and exercise. From widely discordant convictions, they distilled the most enduring models of church and state and of religion and law in the West–from the organic models of earlier centuries to the dualistic models of more recent times.”

Handbook for Today’s Catholic Family: A Redemptorist Pastoral Publication $5.95 “Over the years, thousands have turned to the Handbook for Today’s Catholic Family as a guide to Catholic family living. This revised edition offers families and pastoral-care providers a profound and serious resource for Catholic-family life. Updated with topical reference citations to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the Handbook also contains new material for blended and single-parent families. It stresses the significance of prayer, sacraments, and traditions that can build a stronger Catholic identity. Now more than ever, building a strong foundation is vital to faith formation, and this begins in the home. No family should be without the Handbook for Today’s Catholic Family, the perfect tool for transforming life together into an experience of peace and joy.”

Adult Moses Costume – Religious Costumes $34.05 Religious Costumes – This Adult Moses Costume includes the robe, under robe, and belt.