Crossing the Tiber: Evangelical Protestants Discover the Historical Church by Stephen Ray An exhilarating conversion story of a devout Baptist who relates how he overcame his hostility to the Catholic Church by a combination of serious Bible study and vast research of the writings of the early Church Fathers..In addition to a moving account of their conversion that caused Ray and his wife to "cross the Tiber" to Rome, he offers an in-depth treatment of Baptism and the Eucharist in Scripture and the ancient Church. Thoroughly documented with hundreds of footnotes, this contains perhaps the most complete compilation of biblical and patristic quotations and commentary available on Baptism and the Eucharist, as well as a detailed analysis of Sola Scriptura and Tradition.

Lives of the Saints for Every Day in the Year by Alban Butler Pius X, St. plus holy days like the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin, the Assumption, the Exaltation of the Holy Cross and many other feasts. Butler's time.

St. From his days as a youth to the dramatic accounts of his powerful preaching and working miracles as a follower of St. Anthony of Padua.

A revised and improved translation of Pope Paul VI's encyclical letter, Humanae Vitae .

Appropriate for primary-grade children, as well as teens . The Book of Saints by Victor Hoagland, C. . This best-selling book is about saints remembered in the calendar of the Catholic Church.

. Saint John Bosco and Saint Dominic Savio by Catherine Beebe As a priest he was known as Don Bosco and built churches and schools. Juggler, magician, acrobat, tailor, teacher and writer--John Bosco became all of these in his efforts to lead boys and girls to God.

He fled England, became a Jesuit priest, and was sent back to be the leader of the underground ministry to the persecuted Catholics until, after a long and frustrated search, the government finally captured him and brutally executed him. Edmund Campion, "hero of God's underground" during the persecutions of the Catholics in England in the 1500s.

, hence it is invaluable for clergy and seminarians and all who teach or study the liturgy. Elliott Ceremonies sets out the liturgical duties of bishops, priests and deacons, acolytes and servers, lectors and eucharistic ministers etc.

P. Praying the Rosary includes:   Introduction to the rosary A brief history of the rosary An explanation of how and why we pray the rosary The history of the Hail Mary Prayers of the Rosary Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary Visual depiction of the rosary and the prayers associated with each bead Full color illustrations for each of the mysteries Scriptural passage and meditation for each mystery Directions for which mysteries are to be prayed for each day of the week Rosa Mystica, a note on how the rosary got its name  .

Each page provides children with the opportunity to actively learn about the Mass through coloring, drawing, mazes, connect the dots, stories, matching, and find and tell activities.

This has to be the most thorough book about the Angels yet written in modern times. Cruz bestseller!.

Since medieval Europe was the cradle of today's Western civilization, this work by consequence is vital for an understanding of our world and how it came into being. Augustine's masterpiece is an interpretation of history in terms of the struggle between good and evil: the City of God in conflict with the City of the Devil. Augustine produced a wealth of evidence to prove that paganism bore within itself the seeds of its own destruction. This, the first serious attempt at a philosophy of history, was to have incalculable influence in forming the Western mind on the relations of church and state, and on the Christian's place in the temporal order.

It focuses on the whole Church as a communion of charity. The Church described in  Lumen Gentium  is a Church rich in life; a Church which, far from withdrawing into herself, is opening up with greater energy to the world.

Written with simplicity, charity, grace and wit, the Hahns' deep love and knowledge of Christ and of Scripture is evident and contagious throughout their story. Scott Hahn was a Presbyterian minister, the top student in his seminary class, a brilliant Scripture scholar, and militantly anti-Catholic ." -- Most Reverend John Myers, Bishop of Peoria   Paperback 198 Pages 8 (H) x 5. until he reluctantly began to discover that his "enemy" had all the right answers.

Chesterton A prolific and gifted author who wrote hundreds of books, poems, and short stories (including the popular Father Brown mysteries) Chesterton was a man with strong opinions and a genius for defending them. In the classic book  The Everlasting Man,  Chesterton combines a sincere reverence for his subject matter with a devastating sense of humor and a knack for turning accepted secular dogmas on their heads—while presenting Catholic dogmas as sensible and enlightened. Why are there so many religions? Lewis remarked, "The contemporary book that has helped me the most is Chesterton's The Everlasting Man . G.

The Imitation of Christ by Thomas a' Kempis Edited by Harold C.

  Un libro esencial para cualquiera casa Catolica, y un buen regalo para los candidatos de confirmacion y RICA y amigos que quieren aprender mas de lo que ensena la Iglesia Catolica.

When she was baptized and converted by the missionaries, Kateri became ostracized from the tribe.Kateri's mother was a very devout Christian woman who, after being captured by the Iroquois, was not allowed to baptize her daughter." Kateri was recently beatified by Pope John Paul II. Ages 9-15 See also: See our entire Vision Books Series.

. A Pocket Catechism for Kids Authors: Fr.

In the pursuit of holiness, women are called to exercise heroic charity in imitation of our Savior.

Daily Scripture verses are accompanied by a reflection on how the verse applies to the life of your child.

and more! How to Make a Good Confession Ideal for Catholics looking for answers on confession and sin Learn how to carry the grace of confession into your daily life Practical and truly applicable to daily life Pages: 133 Leatherette-style cover.

Catechists and parents will find this Catechism an invaluable teaching tool as they prepare children and catechumens to receive the Sacraments and lead authentic Catholic lives. See also: Baltimore Catechism No. 4 include: Prayers Catechism Lesson First: On the End of Man Lesson Second: On God and His Perfections Lesson Third: On the Unity and Trinity of God Lesson Fourth: On Creation Lesson Fifth: On Our First Parents and the Fall Lesson Sixth: On Sin and Its Kinds Lesson Seventh: On the Incarnation and Redemption Lesson Eighth: On Our Lord's Passion, Death, Resurrection and Ascension Lesson Ninth: On the Holy Ghost and His Descent Upon the Apostles Lesson Tenth: On the Effects of Redemption Lesson Eleventh: On the Church Lesson Twelfth: On the Attributes and Marks of the Church Lesson Thirteenth: On the Sacraments in General Lesson Fourteenth: On Baptism Lesson Fifteenth: On Confirmation Lesson Sixteenth: On the Gifts and Fruits of the Holy Ghost Lesson Seventeenth: On the Sacrament of Penance Lesson Eighteenth: On Contrition Lesson Nineteenth: On Confession Lesson Twentieth: On the Manner of Making a Good Confession Lesson Twenty-First: On Indulgences Lesson Twenty-Second: On The Holy Eucharist Lesson Twenty-Third: On the Ends For Which the Holy Eucharist was Instituted Lesson Twenty-Fourth: On the Sacrifice of the Mass Lesson Twenty-Fifth: On Extreme Unction and Holy Orders Lesson Twenty-Sixth: On Matrimony Lesson Twenty-Seventh: On the Sacramentals Lesson Twenty-Eighth: On Prayer Lesson Twenty-Ninth: On the Commandments of God Lesson Thirtieth: On the First Commandment Lesson Thirty-First: The First Commandment - On the Honor and Invocation of Saints Lesson Thirty-Second: From the Second to the Fourth Commandment Lesson Thirty-Third: From the Fourth to the Seventh Commandment Lesson Thirty-Fourth: From the Seventh to the End of the Tenth Commandment Lesson Thirty-Fifth: On the First and Second Commandments of the Church Lesson Thirty-Sixth: On the Third, Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Commandments of the Church Lesson Thirty-Seventh: On the Last Judgment and the Resurrection, Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven Questions on the Explanations General Index  . Students will find this an uncomplicated and friendly guide to authentic Catholicism.

See all Ignatius Catholic Study Bibles This book measures 8-1/2" x 11".

This "Vision Book" for 9 - 15 year olds tells the story of Catherine Labouré, a Burgundy farm girl who, after a prophetic dream of St.

Philip Neri, St. Rita of Cascia, "San Diego. Thus The Incorruptibles has to be one of the most significant Catholic books of the last 100 years, and a book whos popularity will only increase through time..

Patron Saint of First Communicants: The Story of Blessed Imelda Lamertini A perfect choice for children preparing for First Communion Beautiful story of a little-known, saintly girl Inspiring for any young person Softcover 82 pages Find out how Imelda Lambertini became the Patroness of First Communicants. But, back in the year 1327, Holy Communion was not given to children until they turned 14 years old.It seemed like no one would grant Imelda's great desire. What answer would He give her? The story of Little Imelda Lambertini who longed to receive Holy Communion.

There is much about Mary and Joseph in their task of bringing up a baby who was literally adorable; about John the Baptist; about Mary of Bethany and Mary Magdalen; about Nicodemus; about people we meet only for a moment, like the man born blind and the owners of the drowned swine; and why the Pharisees, not only the worst of them but some of the best, would not accept Christ. To Know Christ Jesus by Frank Sheed But how well do we know him?" - Frank Sheed , from the Foreword   Author Bio : Frank J. He and his wife Maisie Ward were the founders of the publishing house Sheed & Ward.

It is meant for every Christian and is based on the Gospel imperative of personal prayer and the call to holiness. Thomas Dubay But the teaching that Fr. This book is the fruit of Fr.

  "An extremely fascinating development of the relationship between the Book of Revelation and the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass..O.