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2010 Traditional Catholic Calendar
Wall calendar for 2010 based on the traditional Catholic liturgical feasts. Beautifully printed with a unique picture each month.
The 2010 Traditional Roman Catholic Calendar is complete and intact, containing none of the changes resulting from the liturgical innovations of the 1950s and 1960s. All of the traditional feasts are included (suppressed in the "not-quite-traditional" 1962 Missal), as for example The Apparition of St. Michael, St. John Before the Latin Gate, the Finding of the True Cross, and so on. You will also find all the traditional Vigils and Octaves, which are also missing from the 1962 Missal.
Easy to read, and uncluttered with information that would not be useful to the average layman, the 2009 Traditional Roman Catholic Calendar is the perfect calendar for every Catholic home.
Explanation of the Psalms and Canticles in the Divine Office
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St. Alphonsus Liguori
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The Explanation of the Psalms and Canticles in the Divine Office, one of the rarest works of Saint Alphonsus Maria Liguori, Confessor, Bishop and Doctor of the Church, is now available for a new generation of Catholic clergy and laity. Translated by Rev. Thomas Livius, C.SS.R. and published at London by Burns and Oates, Ltd., in 1887, with a preface by the famous Cardinal Manning, this book will certainly shed light on the obscure and difficult passages of the Psalter and inflame the heart with the sentiments of devotion that make the recital of the Psalms so spiritually edifying, as testified by two thousand years of Christian Psalmody.
Rev. Eugene Grimm, C.SS.R., the editor of the famous Centenary Edition of the Complete Ascetical Works of Saint Alphonsus, notes the following in his preface to his edition of the The Explanation of the Psalms and Canticles in the Divine Office [vol. 14]: “The Holy See has frequently praised and recommended all the works of St. Alphonsus; but the decree of March 23, 1871, which conferred on St. Alphonsus the title of Doctor of the Church, makes special mention of this work, speaking of it as one of his most useful and salutary works. The decree says: He [St. Alphonsus] has made clear dark passages of the Holy Scriptures, both in his ascetic writings, which are freighted with a celestial odor, and in a most salutary commentary, in which, for the nourishment of piety and the instruction of the soul, he has given expositions of the Psalms, as well as of the Canticles, for the benefit especially of those obliged to its recitation.”
In the same preface, Rev. Grimm acknowledges the edition of Rev. Thomas Livius as having been freely used in preparation of his own edition. Many readers, however, have commented that Rev. Livius’s edition is to be preferred to that of Rev. Grimm because of the different formats. While Rev. Grimm has the entire parallel Latin-English text of the Psalm followed by St. Alphonsus’s notes and commentary in the form of endnotes, Rev. Livius has the commentary and notes of the Saint follow each verse or verses concerned (which is in parallel Latin-English text). It is thus much easier to follow and there is no need to flipping pages back and forth.(Latin text is the Vulgate version-English text is that of the Douay translation, taken from The Book of Psalms Burns and Oates, 1878).
Saint Alphonsus follows the Roman Psalter as it existed at his time, i.e. the ancient Roman Psalter that preceded the reformed Psalter of Pope St. Pius X. Thus the arrangement of Psalms is much different in St. Alphonsus’s commentary than it is in the Roman Breviary. Also, the Canticles said in the first schema of Lauds are not present because they were an innovation of Pope St. Pius X’s reform. The Canticles said in the second schema of Lauds are present in the commentary because at the time they were the only ones in the Roman Psalter. Far from detracting from the value of the Saint’s commentary, however, it is a rare piece of liturgical history to which few now have access and it will increase appreciation for the reforms of Pope St. Pius X.
In a time when most modern commentators and editors debase the Psalter in theoretical, linguistic and historical controversies that hinder rather than assist Catholic piety, especially since heretical errors have de-contextualized the Psalter from its true Christocentric nature, the republication of this very important and rare work is a blessing. This is especially so for those who recite the Divine Office and Catholics who truly wish to study the Psalms as our Father and the Saints did and not as modern critics who lack traditional Catholic piety and faith.
Presented here in the larger crown quarto size (approx. 7 ½” by 9 5/8”), we know that this book will be a constant companion to your Breviary, biblical studies, or devotional meditations.
Divine Office, The: How To Say It Devoutly, How To Make It A Pleasure
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Rev. Paul Sullivan
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Written for Priests, but certainly useful for anyone who recites the Divine Office, this little manual addresses all of the calamities associated with the poor recitation of the Divine Office, as well as the great graces that are the result of its devout recitation.
With his characteristic dexterity and clarity, Fr. O’Sullivan (who often uses the acronymic pseudonym E.D.M.- derived from “Enfant de Marie” which is in English “Child of Mary”)addresses both interior and exterior obstacles that thwart a devout soul’s attempt from abundantly reaping the fruits of the Divine Office.
After reading and meditating on the sublime teachings and practical advice given in this book, it would be astounding if one does not recite the Office digne, attente ac devote (worthily, attentively and devoutly). Unlike lengthy, expensive and largely theoretical treatises on the Divine Office, this little book is perfect for frequent meditation or spiritual reading. It is an ideal gift for your Pastor, or any Priest, Seminarian or Religious you may know.
The same author who made us appreciate the blessed Name of Our Lord in his book The Wonders of the Holy Name, and taught us how to avoid Purgatory in Read Me or Rue It, and increased our love for our Angel Guardians in All About the Angels, now teaches how to pray the Divine Office, the greatest of prayers, second only to the Holy Mass.
No words are wasted in these short chapters, which show the devout soul the teachings and examples of the Saints and are sanctioned by the experiences and piety of Father O’Sullivan and the testimony of his brethren and superiors in the clergy.
Pages 1-35 book is devoted to prompting one say the office slowly and devoutly and with joy and fervor.
Chapters are titled thus-
1) THE DIVINE OFFICE. What is is.
2) VALUE OF THE DIVINE OFFICE. What the Saints Say Regarding the Value of the Office.
3) THE OFFICE MUST BE A PLEASURE.
4) FAVORS WE ME ASK FOR IN THE DIVINE OFFICE.
5) WHY DO SOME PRIESTS SAY THEIR OFFICE BADLY?
6) PRIESTS ARE THEMSELVES TO BLAME.
7) A PRIEST WHO SAYS HIS OFFICE WELL IS A HOLY PRIEST; A PRIEST WHO SAYS HIS OFFICE BADLY IS A BAD PRIEST.
8) A PRIEST WHO SAYS HIS OFFICE BADLY IS AN UNHAPPY PRIEST
Pages 36-83 give detailed explanations and practical applications of the various prayers of the Divine Office.
9) HOW TO BEGIN THE OFFICE.
10) SPECIAL PARTS OF THE OFFICE.
11) THE GLORIA PATRI.
12) OUR FATHER.
13) THE HAIL MARY.
14) CREED.
15) CONFITEOR.
16) MISEREATUR.
17) TE DEUM.
18) MAGNIFICAT.
19) BENEDICTUS.
20) NUNC DIMITTIS.
21) HAIL HOLY QUEEN.
Lastly, pages 84-98 give excellent counsels from the saints on the Divine Office and its recital.
22) WHAT ST. ALPHONSUS TEACHES.
23) THE SAINTS AND THE DIVINE OFFICE.
The book is concluded by 2 pages that give 16 Golden Rules, which basically recapitulate of all that is taught in the previous 98 pages.
Father O’Sullivan does not treat the Psalms specifically. We highly recommend a book called “The Divine Office, Explanation of Psalms and Canticles” by the great Doctor St. Alphonsus Ligouri for a detailed exposition of the Psalms. (available on this website)
It is our hope that this book makes into the hands of every Priest, Seminarian, Religious, or lay man and woman who recites the blessed Canonical Hours.
Fourth Secret of Fatima, The
Antonio Socci
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Blockbuster European Best Seller!
Previously available only in Italian, German, Portugese, and other European languages
Newly translated into English - Over 100,000 sold in English already!
This fascinating inquiry into the theories and the truths of the most disconcerting mystery of the 20th Century was a huge bestseller in Europe.
On June 26, 2000, Vatican officials (including Cardinal Bertone) released what they claim was the Third Secret of Fatima. They further said that it was a prediction of the attempted assassination of John Paul II in 1981. Antonio Soccis, an acclaimed Italian journalist and television personality, originally sided with the Vatican's interpretation of the Third Secret.
Upon closer investigation of this matter, the evidence led him to the conclusion that there is another document of the Third Secret containing the actual words of Our Lady. So far, the Vatican is still hiding this text while claiming that all is released.
Antonio Socci, for the first time, in this book produces the testimony of a still-living witness from the inner circle of John XXIII, to prove his point. This book, by a friend of Benedict XVI and former friend of Cardinal Bertone, has caused a public sensation and debate.
Far from being a "dead issue" the urgent message of Our Lady to the shepherd children of Fatima is now being more critically discussed and examined than ever before.
Catena Aurea
The Golden Chain of St. Thomas Aquinas
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St. Thomas Aquinas’ incredible commentary on the books of the Gospel is now available again in an elegant hardcover set! Compiling the works of the Early Church Fathers (over 80 are featured!), the Angelic Doctor presents a comprehensive and erudite exegesis of the Scriptural books that specifically recount the life of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
The English translation of the original Latin text contained in this set is especially noteworthy as it was edited by JOHN HENRY NEWMAN (1801-1890), who is to be beatified this year. The work of several years, though first published in 1842, this accurate translation has stood the test of time and is still cherished by serious students of the Holy Gospels. In fact Newman co-wrote in one of the Catena’s introductions that while previous ecclesiastical writers had also compiled such Patristic texts, nevertheless "...they [the earlier compositions] are very inferior to the Catena Aurea..."
Originally published as an 8-volume set, our reprinted edition has been bound into 4 volumes allowing the production of an elegant hardcover set, but for an economical sales price!
Each volume features original-quality text reprinted on fine, natural-colored paper, sewn-binding, handsomely hardbound in an antique-style khaki rattan Kidskin with red embossing on the covers and spines, and a red marking ribbon. All for just $118.00!
2840 pages in 4 volumes, 9" x 5¾” (spine thickness differs per volume).
Liber Usualis, The
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If you want to sing the Mass or the Divine Office, you'll find this book to be an essential tool. It is the book of Gregorian Chant.
The Liber Usualis contains the music and text for all the Ordinaries and most of the Propers of the Mass for the Church's Liturgical Year, as well as Prime, the Little Hours, Vespers, and Compline for all the days of the week and feastdays of the year.
As well as the Mass and Divine Office, the Liber is a wealth of other Gregorian chants: Benediction, Litanies, music for funerals and other occasions.
The edition we offer is a reprint of № 801, originally published in Belgium in 1953 and edited by the Benedictines of Solesmes. The Introduction and Rubrics are all in English. It follows the traditional liturgy codified by the Church in the Council of Trent, and does not contain any of the modernist reforms which led up to Vatican II and the Novus Ordo. It retains the traditional Holy Week and traditional Psalter.
This edition of the Liber is hardbound, and embossed on the front cover with the words Liber Usualis in gold leaf. It has red page edges, a sewn binding, and six colored ribbon markers.
How to Say the Breviary (E-Book)
Confraternity Books
Adapted from Bernard Hausmann's "Learning the Breviary" by Bernard G.J. Hall, CSPP
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Since Fr. Bernard Hausmann, S.J. first wrote this definitive set of instructions for the Divine Office, the Liturgy of the Roman Catholic Church has seen a gradual onslaught by her enemies that has resulted in the almost complete obliteration of the Catholic Breviary. The pathetic substitutes used by the Novus Ordo Church and the 1962 "traditionalists" bear little if any resemblance to the true Catholic liturgy used before the masonic-inspired "reforms" of the 1940s, 50s and 60s.
Addressing the lack of true Catholic worship, the Confraternity of Ss. Peter & Paul was founded in September 2001, just a few weeks before the Islamic attack on the United States. Since then, the Confraternity has labored relentlessly to provide Catholics with a complete online source for the Roman Catholic Breviary, not only in Latin, but with an accurate and dignified English translation.
The founder of the Confraternity, Bernard Hall, has now taken Hausmann's original instructions on how to say the Breviary, and updated it using the resources of modern word-processing technology. Over a hundred color diagrams and illustrations result is an exhaustive, yet easy-to-read description of the Breviary and the rubrics you will need to begin reciting it. If you're already familiar with the Breviary, it provides a useful reference manual which will help you check any of the more obscure rubrics. And if, like many, you have been drawn closer to the truth by exposure to the pseudo-traditional 1962 liturgy, you should now take a little time to examine the real Breviary which Catholics prayed in the years before Vatican II.
- 216 pages
- over 100 color illustrations
- downloadable e-book --- read it on your computer, or print it out ---- available instantly, no shipping costs
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