This easy-to-use companion study guide helps the readers who approach Joseph Ratzinger/Pope Benedict's Jesus of Nazareth without the benefit of extensive theological or biblical training. The goal is not to replace Benedict's book but to make it more accessible, more fruitful for the average reader-whether lay, religious, priest, or deacon. Designed for individual study or for group/parish discussion, this guide has the following features for each section and chapter of Jesus of Nazareth: " a reader-friendly summary " an outline " a list of key terms " questions for understanding, refl... View More...
About this Book: The sexual revolution brought a terribly distorted vision of the body and sex into the mainstream. How should Christians respond? With his illuminating Theology of the Body, Pope John Paul II challenged the modern world not to stop at the surface, but to enter the depth of the "great mystery" that the body and sex reveal: a mystery that lies at the heart of the Gospel itself. Since he first discovered John Paul II's teaching in 1993, Christopher West has devoted himself to sharing its life-transforming message with the world. In this highly anticipated work, West leads u... View More...
About this Book: From The Colbert Report's "official chaplain" James Martin, SJ, author of the New York Times bestselling The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything, comes a revolutionary look at how joy, humor, and laughter can change our lives and save our spirits. A Jesuit priest with a busy media ministry, Martin understands the intersections between spirituality and daily life. In Between Heaven and Mirth, he uses scriptural passages, the lives of the saints, the spiritual teachings of other traditions, and his own personal reflections to show us why joy is the inevitable result of faith,... View More...
Second Edition Incorporates all the final modifications made in the official Latin text of the Catechism, and includes a more extensive analytical index and a new glossary of terms used. The Catechism draws from Scripture, Western and Eastern traditions of the Church, the Liturgy, Magisterium, the Code of Canon Law and the teachings of the saints. The first Universal Catechism in over 400 years, approved by Pope John Paul II and intended for all adult Catholics, this long-awaited historic document is a beautifully written and clearly stated synthesis of the Catholic Church's teaching on ... View More...
The Catechism of the Catholic Church draws on the Bible, the Mass, the sacraments, Church Tradition and teaching, and the lives of the saints. It is divided into four sections, explaining Catholic belief, liturgy, the moral life, and prayer. Revised according to the text promulgated by Pope John Paul II in 1997, it provides a complete summary of what Catholics throughout the world believe in common. The convenient compact edition of the Catechism of the Catholic Church is now available in a durable hardcover version. This compact version of the Catechism includes a handy subject index that ... View More...
The Catechism of the Catholic Church draws on the Bible, the Mass, the sacraments, Church Tradition and teaching, and the lives of the saints. It is divided into four sections, explaining Catholic belief, liturgy, the moral life, and prayer. Revised according to the text promulgated by Pope John Paul II in 1997, it provides a complete summary of what Catholics throughout the world believe in common. This convenient compact version of the Catechism includes a handy subject index that makes it perfect for educational use. View More...
Pope John Paul II called for a New Evangelization, with everyday Catholics sharing the Good News. But evangelization can be a scary word. Catholic and Confident will help you embrace the call to spread the message of salvation to everyone in your life. Real-life examples of Catholics-a plumber who prays for his clients, an attorney who stuns his coworkers with the truth about the Church-show you it can be done. You don't have to be a saint or a sermonizer, you just need a little confidence. Catholic and Confident will show you how to: recognize your call to spread the gospel share y... View More...
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 thoroug... View More...
This study guide and workbook takes each student of CATHOLICISM deeper into the Faith and into the DVD series (DVD set sold separately). It is appropriate for individual or group study. The CATHOLICISM Study Guide and Workbook contains ten lessons, which correspond to each episode of Father Barron's DVD series: Amazed and Afraid: The Revelation of God Become Man Happy Are We: The Teachings of Jesus The Ineffable Mystery of God: That Which Nothing Greater Can Be Thought Our Tainted Nature's Solitary Boast: Mary, the Mother of God The Indispensable Men: Peter, Paul and the Missionary A... View More...
"What I propose to do in this book is to take you on a guided exploration of the Catholic world, but not in the manner of a docent, for I am not interested in showing you the artifacts of Catholicism as though they were dusty objets d'art in a museum of culture. I want to function rather as a mystagogue, conducting you ever deeper into the mystery of the incarnation in the hopes that you might be transformed by its power." -Father Robert Barron What is Catholicism? A 2,000 living tradition? A worldview? A way of life? A relationship? A mystery? In Catholicism Father Robert Barron examines a... View More...
This one-volume edition contains the complete morning, daytime, evening and night prayer, office of the dead, 4-week Psalter for office of readings, and a selection of biblical and non-biblical readings. 1758 pages View More...
This 200-page volume offers a quick synopsis of the essential contents of the faith as promulgated in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. View More...
Pope John Paul II has had a profound theological and personal impact on Catholics and non-Catholics alike. John Paul taught that the keystone of Christian living today is the communion of persons which is the family. Covenant of Love conveys this central message of his pontificate. It explores the influence of Christ on the modern family, human intimacy, and sexuality and illustrates the Pope's response to the violations of that familial communion: materialism, sterilization, pre-marital sex, abortion, polygamy, adultery and lust, contraception and artificial conception, and homosexuality. Wri... View More...
A Catholic Bible Study of Salvation History Written and successfully piloted by St. John the Apostle Church Bible Study in Oregon, this 24-week series is based on, and follows, the extremely popular 13-hour Our Father’s Plan film series hosted by Scott Hahn and Jeff Cavins on EWTN, available on video through Ignatius Press. Using the Revised Standard Version - Catholic Edition, this in-depth Bible study begins with Genesis, continues through various Old Testament books, into the New Testament with the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts. Each week’s lesson includes a specific Bible reading... View More...
A Catholic Bible Study of Salvation History Written and successfully piloted by St. John the Apostle Church Bible Study in Oregon, this 24-week series is based on, and follows, the extremely popular 13-hour Our Father’s Plan film series hosted by Scott Hahn and Jeff Cavins on EWTN, available on video through Ignatius Press. Using the Revised Standard Version - Catholic Edition, this in-depth Bible study begins with Genesis, continues through various Old Testament books, into the New Testament with the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts. Each week’s lesson includes a specific Bible reading... View More...
Our Lady and the Church is one of the great works of twentieth-century theology—a profound meditation on the riches to be found in the writings of the Early Church Fathers about Mary. Filled with richly poetic, sometimes startling imagery, Our Lady and the Church is the rare book that appeals with equal power to both the mind and the heart. "Hugo Rahner's great achievement was his rediscovery, in the Fathers, of the indivisibility of Mary and the Church. This marvelous book is one of the most important theological rediscoveries of the twentieth century." —Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger "With... View More...
This book examines the relationship of the Holy See's involvement with the League of Nations and concludes with the Papacy of Pope Pius XI in 1939. It presents the case for why the Holy See should continue in its labor in the venue of international organizations. A timely book. "It provides a valuable perspective on current cotroversies over the role of the Holy See in international affairs." --Mary Ann Glendon Harvard University Length: 301 pages Edition: Paperback View More...
Eleven middle-grade friends in a summer-camp setting take viewers on a learning adventure to discover the meaning behind the symbolism of the sacraments. Download Presenter's Guide. DVD video Playing time: 55 minutes View More...
The Active Catholic. Written as Christ speaking to His disciples who engage in the active life. Short; powerful one-sentence messages. Profound; inspiring; sobering and insightful. Truly unusual and great! No. View More...
A beautifully written explanation of the extraordinary gift that is the Catholic Mass. It is designed as a companion to the DVD and Audio Commentary CD. Imprimatur by the Most Rev. Wilton Gregory, Archbishop of Atlanta. Soft Cover Book, 96 Pages View More...
