Before his death in 1968, Padre Pio was known throughout the world as a very holy man - many even called him a living saint. This humble Italian priest who bore the wounds of Christ received thousands of letters and visitors each year, seeking his spiritual counsel, healing, and prayer. Padre Pio's intense spirituality and holiness remain legendary and life-changing.

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In 1939, an unsuspecting team of workmen unearthed an early Christian grave beneath the Vatican. Their surprising discovery launched a secret, often contentious quest to discover the long-lost burial place of the Apostle Peter. The full story of the incredible search and its backers has never been told - until now.

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In every age there can be found persons whose hearts yearn for life in God, and from among these the Holy Spirit calls noble, generous souls to do His work. A beautiful example of this is Mother Maria Theresia Bonzel, foundress of the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration in Olpe, Westphalia, Germany. Mother Maria Theresia was one of God’s special instruments, chosen to promote the ideals of Christian charity and piety. She lived by the words, “He leads; I follow.”

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Detailing Father Solanus Casey's gentle, cheerful witness with first-hand personal accounts and sixteen pages of photos, this book reminds us that extraordinary holiness hides in the most seemingly ordinary circumstances and people.

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Author John C. Preiss describes in clear detail the Blessed Mother's appearances to Lucia dos Santos and Francisco and Jacinta Marto and shares the background, sights, and sounds that draw you into the events as they unfolded over the course of the twentieth century.

More than just a history lesson about the apparitions, The Miracle and the Message shows us how to claim the message in our own lives and fully embrace what Mary offers the Church and the World.

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In his newest book, Casting Nets with the Saints, Chris Stewart uses entertaining stories of saints to demonstrate "The Seven Characteristics of Effective Evangelizers."

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makes Pope Francis tick? And why does it matter? As the first Jesuit pope, we can look to how the Jesuit saints lived to fully grasp how Francis strives to live.

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Published at Mother Teresa's personal request to share her message with the world.

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Summon the powerful presence and aid of Our Lady by following the example of Mother Teresa.

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Through stories, insights from Zelie's correspondence, and running commentary on their faith and family, we see in detail how Louis and Zelie created a joyful Catholic home amid the stresses of ordinary life with their children.

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Dorothy Day's reflections on the Catholic Worker Movement is packed with stories of sacrifice and kindness, strikes and protests, hunger and soup lines, and the rough reality of tenement life.

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Author, speaker, and professor, Alan Schreck, PhD, offers a fascinating look at Saint Francis and Pope Francis, and what they each have to tell us about following Jesus.

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Everything you always wanted to know about saints in this fun and handy book that is perfect for families, teachers, catechists and anyone hoping to grow in their faith.

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Explore the impact of each of the early Christian women on the Church, then and now. Their stories will enthrall you. Their writings will inspire you. Their witness will empower you.

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A fresh translation of the Little Flower's autobiography. Be inspired by her writings on topics like purity, God's will, grace, self-abandonment, joy, and much more.

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Extensively updated! The definitive resource for learning about the Church Fathers and their legacy. Ideal for RCIA, catechists, clergy, as well as lay Catholics who want to learn more about the great teachers of early Christianity.

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Cultivate the same virtues in prayer that Saint Monica discovered in these contemporary reflections, prayers, and meditations from the writings of St. Augustine.

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Enliven your interest in Scripture through the insights from the Church fathers. You'll enjoy the latest NABRE translation of the Bible, along with 88 full color inserts covering a wide range of writings from the Church fathers.

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