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Faith – Hope – Inspiration
Explore a curated range of spiritual gifts—beautiful uplifting books, and thoughtful presents, that nurture the soul and celebrate every faith journey.
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Spiritual Warfare & The Discernm...
By: Dan Burke Published: 9th January 2020ISBN: 9781644132579DISCRIPTION:Satan is always at work breeding sadness and anxiety while providing obstacles that prevent souls from making spiritual progress. In this concise yet powerful book, author Dan Burke presents the venerable, time-tested wisdom of Catholic mystics to help you understand the influence of the Enemy on your mind and heart, and the tactics you need to combat him. With St. Ignatius as his guide, Burke presents here an indispensable, authoritative manual for engaging in daily battle with the Adversary--combat that is both inevitable and winnable. Burke will help you recognize the ebbs and flows of consolation and desolation, and distinguish between the voices of God and of Satan. Best of all, you'll come to see the spiritual life not as a science to be learned, but as an intuitive art to be practiced as you move with increasing success from habitual sin to sanctity. The battle for our souls is unavoidable. The saints won theirs by learning how to be spiritual warriors and by recognizing that we become stronger through battle and grow weaker from avoidance. With this book as your guide, you'll grow in strength and contentment as you learn: How to take captive every negative thought and make it obedient to ChristSt. Ignatius's revelations exposing how the Devil seeks to influence usThe Paradigm of Ascent and the Five Steps to SanctityThe three ways you can discern "Good Spirits" from "Bad Spirits"The three principal causes of desolation--and what you must do when it afflicts your soulProven methods for moving away from sin and toward self-giving love of God and neighbour.
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Mary Magdalen
Mary Magdalen in the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich The visions of Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich are the world\'s greatest source of detail on the life of St. Mary Magdalen -- great sinner and penitent. Fully referenced to The Life of Jesus Christ (their source), these pages agree completely with Sacred Scripture, but also tell of Mary Magdalen\'s sinful life from age 9, her extravagant attire, her second repentance after falling back into sin, her exorcism by Our Lord, His defence of her against the self-righteous, her relationship with Martha and Lazarus, her external appearance, her role at Calvary and much more. Impr.
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The Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary: From the Visions of Ven. Anne Catherine Emmerich Incredibly revealing and edifying background of Our Lady, her parents and ancestors, St. Joseph, plus other people who figured into the coming of Christ. Many facts described about the Nativity and early life of Our Lord, as well as the final days of the Blessed Mother-all from the visions of this great mystic. Impr. Anne Catherine Emmerich was born to poor parents at Westphalia, Germany in 1774. When she was twenty-eight years old she became an Augustinian nun at Dulmen, and apparently began to experience ecstasies as a result of spiritual favors. She received the Stigmata in 1813, confined to her bed, and reportedly convinced a vicar-general, Overberg, and three physicians of her sanctity. She later reported that she had seen visions of Christ and the souls in purgatory as a child, as well as a circular core with three sections representing the Trinity. She is the author of The Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ, The Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Life of Jesus Christ and Biblical Revelations, and The Bitter Passion and the Life of Mary.Anne Emmerich died on February 9, 1824 and was beatified by Pope John Paul II in 2004.
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Saint Alphonsus Liguori 'The Way...
The Way of the CrossSaint Alphonsus Liguori's The Way of the Cross from Catholic Book Publishing is a beautiful and reverent devotion to the Sacred Passion of our Lord, following Jesus along the Fourteen Stations of the Cross from His condemnation to death by Pontius Pilate, to His being laid in the tomb. In full color with a flexible cover, The Way of the Cross is a devout meditation that allows readers to be prayerfully present to Jesus\'s Passion and sacrifice. The Stations of the Cross hold deep spiritual value as a devotion that allows believers to meditate on the suffering and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. This practice, traditionally observed during Lent, especially on Good Friday, helps Christians reflect on Christ's Passion, fostering a greater appreciation for His love and the price of redemption.One of the greatest values of the Stations of the Cross is its power to deepen personal faith. By contemplating each station--from Christ's condemnation to His burial--participants enter into the mystery of His suffering, making His sacrifice more personal and meaningful. This meditation encourages gratitude, repentance, and a renewed commitment to discipleship. Perfect for pocket or purse, this booklet is ideal for anywhere, anytime prayer.Among the features of this book are:Sturdy flexible softcoverSize 3-3/8" x 5-3/4"Dimensions (cm): 16.33 x 10.14 x 2.03Beautiful, full-colour illustrations throughoutHigh-quality paperConveniently sized to accommodate nightstand or purseNihil Obstat
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St Benedict Medal (Oval)
Pope Benedict XIV solemnly approved and recommended the use of the medal to the faithful in 1742. St. Benedict of Nursia, Italy (480-543), the twin brother of St. Scholastica, is the Father of Western Monasticism. His Rule came to be the basis of organization for many religious orders, including the Franciscans and Dominicans. The medal in current use is the Jubilee medal designed by the monk Desiderius Lenz, of the Beuron Art School. He designed it in 1880 for the 1400th anniversary of the birth of St. Benedict under the supervision of the prior of Montecassino, Very Rev. Boniface Krug (1838-1909) of Monte Cassino, Italy. Monte Cassino was given the exclusive right to strike this medal, with which special Jubilee indulgences were attached. The Jubilee Medal was first produced at St. Martin’s Archabbey, Beuron, Germany, at the request of Prior Boniface who was a native of Baltimore and originally a monk of St. Vincent Archabbey, Latrobe, Pennsylvania, until he was chosen to become prior and latter archabbot of Monte Cassino. Once struck in Germany, the medals spread over Europe and the world. They were first approved by Benedict XIV in his briefs of Dec. 23, 1741 and March 12, 1742.
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The Imitation of Christ - Thomas...
The Imitation of ChristThomas à Kempis After the Bible, The Imitation of Christ is the all-time favourite book of Catholics throughout the world. And of the English editions, none can equal this inspiring translation by Bishop Richard Challoner. This book speaks to the soul of every true Christian, reminding us of the fleeting nature of earthly joy as opposed to the eternity of happiness with God.The guide of the saints since it first appeared in 1418, it was the sole spiritual reading of St. Therese of Lisieux, who loved it and knew it by heart. Noteworthy Features Durable, Gold-Stamped Burgundy Hardcover Binding Red-edged Pages Elegant, Reader-friendly Translation Helpful Publisher’s Foreword Full-colour Images of the 20 Mysteries of the Rosary and the 14 Stations of the Cross Many Bold, Detailed Illustrations of Jesus’ Life and Ministry Index of Suitable Passages for Different Needs
