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St. Louis's history is layered. Each layer, whether the French pioneers establishing St. Louis as a river trading post, or Swiss immigrants starting dairy farms and dairies, or immigrants from Europe putting on the uniforms of the American doughboy, has left an imprint on the city. This Used to Be St. Louis is a fun trip through those layers of history following the story of: the glamorous, urban lofts that had been the factory for ball turrets for World War Two Air Force bombers; the dock of...

Who was Thomas Becket? The answer is as complex as he was. Deacon; priest; archbishop; sometime royal chancellor; friend of the king; troublemaker; penitent; exile; turbulent enemy of the king; unyielding, ungrateful wretch; shepherd; martyr; saint; enigma. Thomas Becket: Defender of the Church reintroduces this enigmatic saint and invites us to consider his background, his influences, his progress in ambition and office, and his personal struggle for holiness. Fr. John S. Hogan transports us...

Three Moments of the Day Praying with the Heart of Jesus Retreat master Christopher Collins introduces a powerful approach to both the Sacred Heart devotion and classic Ignatian spirituality. In the tradition of Michael Gaitley’s bestselling 33 Days to Morning Glory, Three Moments of the Day presents a classic Catholic tradition in a way that is fresh and compelling. Jesuit retreat master Christopher Collins introduces three simple, yet powerful prayer habits that are at the foundation of both...

Legendary former Notre Dame football coach Lou Holtz shared three easy to remember and impossible to forget rules for life during a commencement address at Franciscan University Steubenville. Do what is right.Do everything to the best of your ability.Show people you care. Now in paperback, Three Rules for Living a Good Life: A Game Plan for after Graduation offers a quick, sometimes humorous, and always practical formula for recent college graduates and other young adults to reach success in...

Through Another Lens: Reflections On The Gospels Year B by Barbara Jean FranklinPoetry has both literal and abstract aspects. It has the power to shed new light on old experiences. Through poetry you can enter a prayerful space, a space that renews and empowers. Through Another Lens Year B analyzes and reflects on the Sunday Gospels through spiritual poetry. Barbara Franklin challenges us to enter each Gospel passage in a new way that will lead us to a deeper, richer communion with God and...

Through Another Lens Reflections On The Gospels Year A Poetry has a power all its own. It casts a potent light that enables you to view the world, and your experiences in it, anew. Through poetry you can enter a sacred space, one of prayer and introspection. This innovative book offers a collection of reflections on the Year A Sunday Gospels as seen through the classical poetry of such writers as Denise Levertov, John Donne, and Thomas Merton. Their words will challenge you to enter each...

224 PAGES, PAPERBACK Though he speaks no words in Scripture, St. Joseph's message to us is resounding: he wants to lead us to Jesus. In Through the Heart of St. Joseph, Fr. Boniface Hicks reveals the path St. Joseph has laid. Discover how St. Joseph's vulnerability, littleness, silence, and hiddenness can transform and heal us. Fr. Hicks also looks to the saints who lived the "Joseph Option" to show how we too can embrace a life of humble trust and steadfast courage. Through the Heart of St....

"I want the Church to go out onto the streets, I want us to resist everything worldly, everything static, everything comfortable, everything that might make us closed in on ourselves."-Pope Francis, World Youth Day 2013 Pope Francis has been called the "pope of the people" as he captures minds and hearts with his joyful faith, with his warm, direct and loving attention to those he meets, and with his attention to the poor and needy. Now you can start - or finish - every day encouraged by the...

To Whom Shall We Go? Paperback by Cardinal Timothy Dolan To be a Christian today, to follow Our Lord and accept His call to discipleship, demands heroic courage. It takes deep faith to live the particular - special, unique - vocation that's yours alone. Heaven knows it isn't easy. St. Peter knows it, too. He's well aware that even the most enthusiastic and committed Christian can become frightened and unsure, can make mistakes and betray a loved one, can seek and receive forgiveness, can begin...

Within the pages of this charming women�s devotional, you�ll find the encouragement you need to celebrate every day, as you are reminded that you are a beloved daughter of the King, beautifully created in His image. With more than 180 just-right-sized readings, each encouraging devotional is accompanied by a related scripture selection that will leave you feeling perfectly loved.Valorie Quesenberry / paperback / 192 pages

Together for Life includes:Approved texts for The Order of Celebrating Matrimony and prayers from the Roman MissalThe Word Brought Home, scripture commentaries by Catholic leadersCatechetical commentary by Rev. Peter Jarret, C.S.C., to help couples deepen their understanding of the Church's liturgy Hints for incorporating ethnic and cultural devotions and practices into a Catholic weddingSample intercessionsHow-to guides to help parish ministersFAQ section about the celebration of Catholic...

Does your to-do list have footnotes? . . .Are you imprisoned by the joy-sucking dully-funks? . . .Maybe it’s time for a healthy dose of truth gift-wrapped in humor. Kick back a moment and take this revealing true-or-false stress test for women: T or F I am frequently grumpy and I don’t know why. T or F I used to enjoy cooking, but now it’s only a necessary chore. T or F I don’t feel appreciated for all the tasks that I do. T or F I’m embarrassed if caught relaxing or being "unproductive." T or...

Ready to be rescued from the joy-sucking dully-funks?The Too Blessed to be Stressed devotional offers up a daily dose of devotions (and humor) for a woman's heart.Thousands of women have had the pleasure of reading the wit- and near-wisdom-filled books from beloved inspirational humorist, Debora M. Coty. Her best selling Too Blessed to be Stressed has become a perennial favorite.Now, be ready to be rescued from the joy-sucking dully-funks...In this all-new 365-day devotional featuring...

Using colorful animation that toddlers will want to watch over and over again, “Totally Toddlers” is an entertaining and wholesome way for young children to learn basic concepts, while alsocreating a strong foundation of faith. This episode introduces children to the wonderful world of words as they learn all about The Alphabet! Animated letters come to life, sing to the children, and then return to their normal written form.Animated explanations of each letter depict aspects of the Catholic...

In a swirling, chaotic world, even believers sometimes lose sight of the peace God plans for His children. Trade Your Cares for Calm by bestselling author Max Lucado invites you to live in God s perfect peace, offering practical ways to set aside anxiety and focus on God, on Scripture, and on the calm only He can bring to your soul.

Transform Your Thought Life and Experience God’s Goodness Anew! Life is hard, but often the destructive thoughts we think—the words we say to ourselves—make it even harder. Within the pages of this beautiful devotional, you’ll find ways to “take every thought captive to obey Christ” (2 Corinthians 10:5 ESV). Transformed: Devotions for a Woman’s Heart and Mind is: A guide to aid you as your build your life, faith, and thoughts on the rock-solid foundation of Christ (see Matthew 7:24–29; Luke...

Treasury of Novenas contains over 40 popular Novenas specifically arranged in accord with the Liturgical Year on the Feasts of Jesus, Mary, and many favorite Saints. By acclaimed author Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D., this book has a rich, gold-stamped brown Dura-Lux cover and is an excellent collection of Novenas for private devotion. Author: REV. LAWRENCE G. LOVASIK, S.V.D. Pages: 360 Size: 4 X 6 1/4 Color: BROWN Binding: DURA-LUX

Trust In Saint Faustina's Footsteps By: Grzegorz Gorny, Janusz Rosikon This is a story about Saint Faustina - the greatest Christian mystic of the twentieth century - and her devotion to the Divine Mercy, which has become the fastest spreading religious devotion in the world. This lavishly illustrated book is essentially a love story about God’s immense love for his people and the reciprocation of this love by the humble Polish nun declared a saint by Pope John Paul II. In fulfilling the...

Thanksgiving Day book comes with child-size felt turkey headband.Dimension: book 6" x 6" | turkey 5 1/2" x 8 1/4"Material: 100% POLYESTER

Two Sisters in the Spirit Therese of Lisieux and Elizabeth of the Trinity By: Fr. Hans Urs Von BalthasarBalthasar's unique volume on Thérèse of Lisieux and Elizabeth of the Trinity presents a theological biography of each of these holy Carmelite sisters which gives profound insights into their spirituality, showing that their differences actually complement one another. Balthasar probes the depths of the contemplative mission of each of these young Carmelites who both died in their twenties,...

This book offers a fun and challenging way to see how well you know Catholic teachings, practices, and history. Karl Keating, best-selling author and founder of Catholic Answers, presents a multiple-choice quiz with 100 questions about a wide variety of subjects connected with Catholicism. Each of the 100 intriguing questions gives five possible answers. Only one of the answers is completely correct. The book is laid out in an easy-to-read format with the question and five possible answers on...

Too many Christian women face the daily struggle to shed the cloak of shame and guilt from their past and present faults and failures.Featuring more than 120 devotional readings plus inspiring prayers and scripture selections, this soul-stirring devotional will encourage you to spend purposeful, one-on-one time with your loving heavenly Creator. Unashamed: Devotions and Prayers for a Burden-Free Heart will help release you from shameful, cumbersome feelings, filling your heart with the freedom...

In this classic work praised by Pope Pius IX himself, Fr. Nicolas J. Laforet lays out the spiritual causes of unbelief, and shows the antidotes necessary to remedy each. Noting that unbelief is not a particularly modern phenomenon (after all, many people refused to believe in Jesus even after having witnessed his miracles), Fr. Laforet explains that unbelief is not merely a matter of the intellect; on the contrary, where unbelief prevails we almost always find its source in a person’s will....

Ever wondered how the Catholic Church differs from other Christian Churches? Maybe you grew up Catholic but it’s time for a refresher. Perhaps you’re considering becoming a Catholic. Or maybe you just want to understand what your Catholic friends believe. This book will change how you think about Catholicism and give you the tools to answer questions your non-Catholic friends have about your religion. You’ll deepen your understanding of your own faith as well as be able to help others gain an...

Understanding the Scriptures : A Complete Course on Bible StudyThis book by Dr. Scott Hahn presents a Catholic approach to Scripture, highlighting the theme of covenant. Tracing a path through salvation history, the book explains the various books of the Bible and the importance of each event in salvation history. Understanding the Scriptures will provide an understanding of Sacred Scripture so critical to the Catholic Faith.

Intercessory prayer is not something you have to do. It’s something you are privileged to do. Indeed, praying for others is a beautiful way of thinking, acting, and living like Christ. Yet many people struggle with intercessory prayer because they lack a coherent understanding of what prayer is and because they’re not well grounded in how to pray. This inspiring book walks you through nine key steps to boosting your intercessory prayer’s power and efficacy. Each step is paired with practical...

Uplifting Thoughts For Every Day Minute Meditations For Every Day Containing A Scripture Reading, A Reflection, And A Prayer Minute meditations for every day of the year containing a scripture reading, a reflection, and a prayer. Fr. Catoir teaches us that one can eliminate negative thinking, and improve one's emotional life, by putting on the indomitable will to count one's blessings and choosing to be happy by filling one's mind with uplifting thoughts.Pages: 192Author: FR. JOHN CATOIRSize:...

Upon This Rock St. Peter and the Primacy of Rome in Scripture and the Early Church By: Stephen K. Ray Ray, a former Evangelical Protestant and Bible teacher, goes through the Scriptures and the first five centuries of the Church to demonstrate that the early Christians had a clear understanding of the primacy of Peter in the see of Rome. He tackles the tough issues in an attempt to expose how the opposition is misunderstanding the Scriptures and history. He uses many Protestant scholars and...

Vatican Secret Archives: Unknown Pages of Church History This latest book by the internationally acclaimed investigative journalism team is their most intriguing work to date. Best-selling books by Go´rny and Rosikon have been translated into eight languages, including five richly illustrated investigative works published by Ignatius Press. For this new work they had access to one of the most guarded institutions in the world - the Vatican Secret Archives.The authors tell of its turbulent...

VEGGIES TALES CHRISTMAS BOOK FOR CHILDREN by Pamela KennedyIllustrated by Lisa Reed It’s Christmastime at last, and Larry’s excited to help decorate the village tree. The Veggies gather ornaments, popcorn, and lights, and work together to make the tree beautiful and festive. But just when they think they’ve completed their task, Madame Blue points out what’s missing. They add a star at the top to remind them of the night Jesus was born the real reason for the celebration. Children can press...

Little ones will love imagining adventures alongside the Veggies with these colorful illustrations, fun activities, and stickers. Perfect for travel time or any time at all!Softcover with stickers, 8 1/2" X 10 5/8" 16 pgs plus 2 pp stickers. Ages 4 to 7.

Vespers for the Immaculate Conception By (Composer): Dr. J.J. Wright D.M.A. Produced by the Grammy Award–winning and Billboard Chart–topping composer, musician, and choir director at the University of Notre Dame, J.J. Wright, this album is a unique, beautiful recording that brings audiences a new vision of religious music, that is, music set aside for contemplation of the divine but not intended for use in liturgical worship. By combining the rich heritage of Catholic sacred music with the...

Victorious Secret: Everyday Battles and How To Win Them  by Laura Mary Phelps Ladies, whether we realize it or not, we are facing a battle every day. We face battles in our homes, in our relationships, and in our cluttered hearts and distracted minds. We want a Pinterest-worthy house, flawless skin, a picture-perfect marriage, envy-inducing Instagram feeds — oh, and total control over everything that will ever happen to us. And since for most of us this is just normal life, we forget that...

Here�s the first-hand account of the Dominican priest and sculptor who worked under the direction of Sr. Lucia � the last surviving witness to the 1917 Marian apparitions in Fatima � as she guided him in perfecting the famed statue of Our Lady of Fatima.Sr. Lucia insisted Our Lady�s hands be positioned just so, the tunic fall exactly the way she remembered, the star placed on the proper spot on the tunic, and the ball of light around her neck reaching almost to her waist. She would make...

We wait. And . . . wait. In traffic, at the doctor’s office, at the restaurant. For the right guy. For a baby. For the test results. For prayers to be heard. Waiting can be agony. In our culture where almost everything is instant, we are accustomed to getting what we want now. So when our lives are put in a holding pattern, we squirm. But what if the waiting rooms of life are God’s best classrooms? What if the Holy Spirit changes us through the uncomfortable delays of life? Waiting focuses on...

Walking with Wisdom's Daughters: Twelve Celebrations and Stories of Women of Passion and Faith by Gloria UlterinoIn the author's contribution to women's spirituality, readers re-discover women of faith from the New Testament, Old Testament, Christian tradition and modern times who have been forgotten, overlooked, or misinterpreted.

Water and Spirit Meditations on Saint John's Gospel 1:19 to 5:47 By: Adrienne Von Speyr Following up her book, THE WORD: A Meditation on the Prologue of St. John's Gospel, this beautiful work by the mystic Adrienne von Speyr continues these meditations to the end of chapter five. Von Speyr reflects deeply on the text, taking it sentence by sentence, but this precise adherence to the words is developed into a much broader picture. The meditations are confluent with the scenes and themes of the...

Watercolor Baptism Certificate with Envelope 8" x 10"

The Way of the Cross for Children4"x 6" , 36 pages.

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed,for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9). Each day, you watch America turn further from Christian values and the core principles of liberty. It’s frustrating to feel you can’t assert biblical truth without facing condemnation, and fearful to witness outrage and victimhood replace respect and reason. Amidst this dissent, how can you not only stay rooted in your own faith, but continue publicly...

Welcome Your Little One to the World!On the day you were born,it was love at first sight.We welcomed you, little one,and held you so tight. For parents, the arrival of a newborn child is an event that offers the promise of never-ending love. Filled with lively illustrations and heartfelt rhyming text, Welcome Little One allows parents and children to celebrate and cherish their bond.24 pgs. ...

What Do You Really Want? St. Ignatius Loyola and the Art of Discernment by Jim Manney What should I do? We ask the question when we pray. We ask it when we run out of answers to our problems. We ask it when we face big decisions. We ask it when we get out of bed in the morning: How should I live this day as well as I can? We can find answers through learning the art of discernment-the wisdom that enables us to see and interpret the leading of the Holy Spirit as it is manifested in the inner...

Here professor of Church history Dr. James Papandrea gathers in one place all that is known about the afterlife — drawn from the teachings of Jesus, the Apostles, the Church Fathers, and the Church’s Magisterium — affording, for the first time ever, a complete, authoritative, detailed portrait of the state of souls after death and the realms we enter. The following are among the many questions he answers: If, as St. Paul says, “flesh and blood cannot inherit the Kingdom of God,” how can our...

In When A Nation Forgets God, Erwin Lutzer studies seven similarities between Nazi Germany and America today—some of them chilling—and cautions us to respond accordingly. Engaging, well-researched, and easy to understand, Lutzer’s writing is that of a realist, one alarmed but unafraid. Amidst describing the messes of our nation’s government, economy, legal pitfalls, propaganda, and more, Lutzer points to the God who always has a plan. At the beginning of the twentieth Century, Nazi Germany...

From humble beginnings, there always has been something special about this hockey franchise and its connection to St. Louis, something about the Note on the sweater, the names who have worn it and the narrative they have create � something that has resonated over 50 years. If you were there at the start, you still feel it, the organ thumping, the building trembling, the passion exploding. You can see men and women, dressed to the nines, dancing in the aisles. You can picture Saturday nights at...

Learn about the history of the Bible and the Church’s important role in preserving it. Are Catholics anti-Bible? Who compiled the biblical text? Who organized the text? How was the Bible preserved? What role does the Bible play in the Catholic Faith? In Where We Got the Bible, Bishop Henry G. Graham explains how the Catholic Church compiled the sacred text, how medieval monks preserved it, and how Catholic scholars first gave Christians the Bible in their own languages. Along the way, Graham...

Can Your Kids Name Old Testament Characters after Reading a Rhyming Set of Clues?�Who Am I?�, created for your kids ages 3 and up, is a wonderful first introduction to well-known Bible characters from the Old Testament. Simple, rhyming text and adorable illustrations give clues for your little ones to learn about Noah, Jonah, Moses, David, and Daniel as they lift the flap to reveal the hidden picture of the Bible character. �Who Am I?� includes delightful clues like: "I called the animals in...