This volume is a wonderful coffee-table book filled with over 125 original photos of the great archbishop from the Fulton Sheen archives. It is combined with inspiring quotes from the many popular books Sheen wrote on every kind of spiritual topic. These photos and quotes capture the joy, zeal for the faith and dramatic flair that helped him be such an effective communicator and missionary to all souls.
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A convert from Judaism, David Goldstein achieved nationwide prominence as an apologist, traveling across America defending the Faith. At the height of his fame, he published his autobiography -- hailed by the Catholic journal, The Sign, as ... “more than a story of personal achievement ... a textbook for those interested in practical apologetics.
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Here is a special two-in-one book that is both by G.K. Chesterton and about Chesterton. This volume offers an irresistible opportunity to see who this remarkable man really was. Chesterton was one of the most stimulating and well-loved writers of the 20th century. His 100 books, and hundreds of essays and columns on a great variety of themes have made G.K. Chesterton the most widely quoted writers of modern times.
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Famous Carmelite classic in a wonderful traditional translation. Her spiritual struggles, vision of her potential place in Hell, mystical graces--yet she remained very down to earth. One of the most admirable women of all time! Nice large print.
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This great and unique book represents the apologia of a man much loved by his Protestant brethren, who, after much difficulty, deliberately broke with his past and submitted to the One Church of Christ.
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A convert from the Anglican ministry, he went on to become a Catholic priest and bishop and was regarded as a saint by those who knew him, especially the Visitation Sisters, who maintain he is powerful to answer prayers. Contains his brief Spiritual Counsels, alone worth the price of the book. Beautiful insights into the development of the Church in America and of a saintly soul.
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There are many Protestants and Catholics who have been deeply affected and spirituality changed by the writings of C.S. Lewis, including many converts to Catholicism who credit C.S. Lewis for playing a significant role in their conversion. But the ironic and perplexing fact is that Lewis himself, while “Catholic” in may aspects of his faith and devotion, never became a Roman Catholic. Many have wondered why.
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G.K. Chesterton's explanation of conversion through the intellect and heart, along with many interesting anecdotes, is universal and timeless.
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Refutes the many lies about the Inquisition raised by the enemies of the Church. Shows why it was instituted, the purpose it served, its long-term effects, and why it preserved Catholic countries from the infamous witch-hunts besmirching Protestant history.
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This may well be Belloc's most interesting work. It includes Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, Elizabeth I, St. Thomas More, Cranmer, Calvin, Mary Tudor ("Bloody Mary"), Mary Stuart ("Queen of Scots"), Cardinal Richelieu and many others--23 in all--analyzing their strengths, weaknesses, motives and mistakes and showing how this or that seemingly insignificant factor actually changed the course of history.
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The popularity of Charles de Foucauld continues to spread around the globe as time goes on. Unknown during his lifetime as a solitary monk in the Sahara Desert, and assassinated by bandits in 1916, this former French playboy had a radical conversion to Christ that compelled him to live a deeply ascetical religious life that has had a great impact on the world since his death.
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This short biography of Josefa Maria Menendez, together with the notes she wrote under obedience, are extracts from the life and complete notes published under the title of The Way of Divine Love. They reiterate Our Lord's consuming desire to attract souls to the merciful love of His Sacred Heart.
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Classic Catholic Converts presents the compelling stories of over 25 well-known converts to Catholicism from the 19th and 20th centuries. It tells of powerful testimonials to God's grace, men and women from all walks of life in Europe and America whose search for the fullness of truth led them to the Catholic Church.
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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.
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Sister and Witness of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus. This biography of Céline Martin will be most welcomed by the in-numerable devotees of St. Thérèse because Céline was her closest sister and friend who had a great influence on Thérèse and who also became a very holy woman herself.
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Defenders of the faith have been raised up in every era of the Church to proclaim fidelity to the truth by their words and deeds. Some have fought heresy and overcome confusion, others have shed their blood for the faith, still others have endured a dry martyrdom like Philip Howard, Cardinal Mindszenty and Fr. Walter Ciszek.
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A popular expose of his life and work, based on Protestant historians. Incredible history; fascinating, damning evidence about him that is quite contrary to the popular image. Many quotes from his own mouth. Essential history.
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Louis Martin was the pattern of Fatherhood on which St. Therese built her now famous "Little Way of Spiritual Childhood". What kind of a father was he? These reminiscences describe Louis Martin's marriage at age 34, his love and support for Zelie, his firm discipline yet tender affection for his children, his piety, observance of Sunday, business practices, selfless conduct, generosity to the poor, etc.
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His remarkable life including numerous predictions, miracles, intercessions, prophecies and holy sayings. His body was found incorrupt. Includes Pope St. Gregory the Great's famous short biography of St. Benedict, plus an explanation of the powerful St. Benedict Medal. Fr. Paul predicted that St. Joseph's body will be found incorrupt.
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G. K. Chesterton was one of the most well-known and beloved writers of his time. Yet he has been strangely neglected today. This book is the perfect introduction to Chesterton. Ahlquist makes the literary giant accessible, highlighting Chesterton’s amazing reach, keen insight, and marvelous wit.
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