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  • Imitation Of Christ

    $15.00

    This classic shows readers how to follow Christ in their lives

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  • Confessions : A Translation For The 21st Century

    $34.95

    The Confessions of Saint Augustine is considered the all time number one Christian classic. Augustine undertook his greatest piece of writing with the conviction that God wanted him to make this confession. The Confessions are, in fact, an extended poetic, passionate, intimate prayer. Augustine was probably forty-three when he began this endeavor. He had been a baptized Catholic for ten years, a priest for six, and a bishop for only two. His pre-baptismal life raised questions in the community. Was his conversion genuine? The first hearers were captivated, as many millions have been over the following sixteen centuries. His experience of God speaks to us across time with little need of transpositions. This new translation masterfully captures his experience.

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  • Rule Of Saint Benedict For Everyone

    $8.95

    Drawing on the Dialogues of St. Gregory and St. Benedicts Rule for Monks, Goberna uses the life and writings of Saint Benedict to address in a modern and simple way the longings for sincerity, simplicity, and value that were as heartfelt in his lifetime as they are today. His message remains as valid as ever, especially because he invites readers to experience the abiding happiness that is a fruit of the Spirit.

    Benedict would surely recognize himself in this fresh portrait, through which he still offers a seam of gold to all who long for sure guidance in the ways of prayer and in relationships among family and community.

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  • Practice Of The Presence Of God

    $14.99

    The original guide to “practicing the presence of God”

    “We must not grow weary of doing little things for the love of God, who looks not on the great size of the work, but on the love of it.”

    In this classic work, which has instructed and inspired millions, a humble 17th-century monk reveals the secrets of daily, moment-by-moment fellowship with God.

    “In the way of God, thoughts count very little,” writes Brother Lawrence, who spent much of his monastic life in the kitchen. “Love does it all.” Full of realistic honesty, friendliness, and simplicity, Brother Lawrence shows that it is possible to meet God amongst the pots and pans-in the ordinary, daily events of life. This edition, rendered from the original French into graceful, contemporary English, will nourish and delight all those who seek to practice the presence of God.

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  • On Christian Belief

    $42.95

    The seven works of Saint Augustine that are contained in this volume all deal with the problem of faith in God. They were written over the course of three decades, beginning with True Religion (390) and extending to the Enchiridion of Faith, Hope and Charity (c.421). Hence this selection of writings provides an impressive insight into the intellectual and spiritual development of one of the greatest of all Western minds, as it grappled with a question that has never ceased to preoccupy and stimulate Western thought: Is it reasonable to believe in God, and what form might such belief take?

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  • We Hold These Truths

    $120.00

    The 1960 publication of We Hold These Truths marked a significant event in the history of modern American thought. Since that time, Sheed & Ward has kept the book in print and has published several studies of John Courtney Murray’s life and work. We are proud to present a new edition of this classic text, which features a comprehensive introduction by Peter Lawler that places Murray in the context of Catholic and American history and thought while revealing his relevance today.

    From the new Introduction by Peter Lawler:

    The Jesuit John Courtney Murray (1904-67) was, in his time, probably the best known and most widely respected American Catholic writer on the relationship between Catholic philosophy and theology and his country’s political life. The highpoint of his influence was the publication of We Hold These Truths in the same year as an election of our country’s first Catholic president. Those two events were celebrated by a Time cover story (December 12, 1960) on Murray’s work and influence. The story’s author, Protestant Douglas Auchincloss, reported that it was “The most relentlessly intellectual cover story I’ve done.” His amazingly wide ranging and dense–if not altogether accurate–account of Murray’s thought was crowned with a smart and pointed conclusion: “If anyone can help U.S. Catholics and their non-Catholic countrymen toward the disagreement that precedes understanding–John Courtney Murray can.”

    . . . Murray’s work, of course, is treated with great respect and has had considerable influence, but now it’s time to begin to think of him as one of America’s very few genuine political philosophers. His disarmingly lucid and accessible prose has caused his book to be widely cited and celebrated, but it still is not well understood. It is both praised and blamed for reconciling Catholic faith with the fundamental premises of American political life. It is praised by liberals for paving the way for Vatican II’s embrace of the American idea of religious liberty, and it is blamed by conservatives and traditionalists for obscuring the real conflicts between Catholicism and “Americanism.” Both the liberal praise and the conservative blame are somewhat misguided. The last thing Murray wanted to do is bring the church up-to-date with the latest currents in American thought. He wanted to show how distinctively Catholic thought could illuminate the authentic American idea of liberty. . . . We Hold These Truths at least offers the hope that C

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  • We Hold These Truths

    $46.00

    The 1960 publication of We Hold These Truths marked a significant event in the history of modern American thought. Since that time, Sheed & Ward has kept the book in print and has published several studies of John Courtney Murray’s life and work. We are proud to present a new edition of this classic text, which features a comprehensive introduction by Peter Lawler that places Murray in the context of Catholic and American history and thought while revealing his relevance today.

    From the new Introduction by Peter Lawler:

    The Jesuit John Courtney Murray (1904-67) was, in his time, probably the best known and most widely respected American Catholic writer on the relationship between Catholic philosophy and theology and his country’s political life. The highpoint of his influence was the publication of We Hold These Truths in the same year as an election of our country’s first Catholic president. Those two events were celebrated by a Time cover story (December 12, 1960) on Murray’s work and influence. The story’s author, Protestant Douglas Auchincloss, reported that it was “The most relentlessly intellectual cover story I’ve done.” His amazingly wide ranging and dense–if not altogether accurate–account of Murray’s thought was crowned with a smart and pointed conclusion: “If anyone can help U.S. Catholics and their non-Catholic countrymen toward the disagreement that precedes understanding–John Courtney Murray can.”

    . . . Murray’s work, of course, is treated with great respect and has had considerable influence, but now it’s time to begin to think of him as one of America’s very few genuine political philosophers. His disarmingly lucid and accessible prose has caused his book to be widely cited and celebrated, but it still is not well understood. It is both praised and blamed for reconciling Catholic faith with the fundamental premises of American political life. It is praised by liberals for paving the way for Vatican II’s embrace of the American idea of religious liberty, and it is blamed by conservatives and traditionalists for obscuring the real conflicts between Catholicism and “Americanism.” Both the liberal praise and the conservative blame are somewhat misguided. The last thing Murray wanted to do is bring the church up-to-date with the latest currents in American thought. He wanted to show how distinctively Catholic thought could illuminate the authentic American idea of liberty. . . . We Hold These Truths at least offers the hope that C

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  • Marriage And Virginity

    $31.95

    “This volume presents new translations of five of Augustine’s works: The Excellence of Marriage, Holy Virginity, The Excellence of Widowhood, Adulterous Marriages, and Continence…. The volume is to be commended on several points. The translation itself is in eminently readable, clear English that should be accessible to anyone interested in Augustine…. The general introduction does an excellent job of placing these works in the context of Augustine’s career, showing how Augustine reacts to controversies with the Manichees, Jovinian, Jerome, and the Pelagians, while maintaining a commitment to the threefold goods of marriage – procreation, fidelity, and sacrament. This is a wonderful collection that allows readers to see the complexity of Augustine’s thought on a difficult topic.”
    -Kim Paffenroth
    Journal of Early Christian Studies

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  • On Genesis (Reprinted)

    $49.95

    This volume brings these three works together for the first time in English and provides a valuable and comprehensive introduction to each one.

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  • Expositions Of The Psalms 99-120

    $39.95

    Fifth volume of the long-awaited translation of one of Augustine’s classics and a great work in Christian literature. Newly translated by Maria Boulding, O.S.B., whose masterful translation of Augustine’s Confessions in the same series has been praised as being “of a different level of excellence from practically anything else in the market.” (Bishop Rowan Williams, Monmouth, England)
    As the psalms are a microcosm of the Old Testament, so the Expositions of the Psalms can be seen as a microcosm of Augustinian thought. They recapitulate and focus the experiences of Augustine’s personal life, his theological reflections, and his pastoral concerns as Bishop of Hippo.

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  • Expositions Of The Psalms 121-150

    $44.95

    Final volume of the long-awaited translation of one of Augustine’s classics and a great work in Christian literature. Newly translated by Maria Boulding, O.S.B., whose masterful translation of Augustine’s Confessions in the same series has been praised as being “of a different level of excellence from practically anything else in the market.” (Bishop Rowan Williams, Monmouth, England)
    As the psalms are a microcosm of the Old Testament, so the Expositions of the Psalms can be seen as a microcosm of Augustinian thought. They recapitulate and focus the experiences of Augustine’s personal life, his theological reflections, and his pastoral concerns as Bishop of Hippo.

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  • Mystical Flora Of Saint Francis De Sales

    $15.00

    St. Francis de Sales’ classic guide to the Christian life using allegories of plants and flowers, illustrated with contemporary woodcuts of the plants and flowers themselves.

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  • Spiritual Exercises Of Saint Ignatius Of Loyola

    $13.95

    St. Ignatius of Loyola wrote the Spiritual Exercises between 1522 and 1524, and today, nearly five centuries later, Jesuits in training are still required to study it and follow its precepts during their first
    year in the novitiate.

    Not designed to be read cover to cover in one sitting, this book is made up of daily meditations meant to be closely examined in isolation over a period of about four weeks, under the guidance of a spiritual director. Though The Spiritual Exercises have traditionally been read primarily by those training for the priesthood, in recent years increasing numbers of lay people and non-Catholics are discovering its joys and insights.

    This method – edited by Father Elder Mullan (1865-1925) and published in 1914-is essential for anyone interested in strengthening his or her
    faith and relationship with God. Spanish priest and spiritual philosopher SAINT IGNATIUS OF LOYOLA (1491-1556) has been described by Pope Benedict XVI as “a man of God,” “a man of
    profound prayer,” and “a faithful servant of the Church.” The principal founder of the Society of Jesus, Ignatius was canonized in 1622.

    Already a classic for those using or studying the Spiritual Exercises of St Ignatius of Loyola, this new revised and corrected edition of Fr Michael Ivens’s masterwork will be warmly welcomed.

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  • Confessions (Reprinted)

    $14.95

    “Boulding’s fresh new translation of this classic captures the essence of Augustine’s struggle to integrate faith and understanding as his heart seeks to rest in God.”
    Publishers Weekly, RBL

    “Augustine,,s Confessions has been much translated: but it is no exegeration to say that Sister Maria Boulding,,s version is of different level of excellence from practically anything else on the market.”
    Rowan William, Bishop of Monmouth

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  • Expositions Of The Psalms 73-98

    $39.95

    Fourth volume of the long-awaited translation of one of Augustine’s classics and a great work in Christian literature. Newly translated by Maria Boulding, O.S.B., whose masterful translation of Augustine’s Confessions in the same series has been praised as being “of a different level of excellence from practically anything else in the market.” (Bishop Rowan Williams, Monmouth, England)
    As the psalms are a microcosm of the Old Testament, so the Expositions of the Psalms can be seen as a microcosm of Augustinian thought. They recapitulate and focus the experiences of Augustine’s personal life, his theological reflections, and his pastoral concerns as Bishop of Hippo.

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  • Expositions Of The Psalms 51-72

    $44.95

    Third volume of the long-awaited translation of one of Augustine’s classics and a great work in Christian literature. Newly translated by Maria Boulding, O.S.B., whose masterful translation of Augustine’s Confessions in the same series has been praised as being “of a different level of excellence from practically anything else in the market.” (Bishop Rowan Williams, Monmouth, England)
    As the psalms are a microcosm of the Old Testament, so the Expositions of the Psalms can be seen as a microcosm of Augustinian thought. They recapitulate and focus the experiences of Augustine’s personal life, his theological reflections, and his pastoral concerns as Bishop of Hippo.

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  • Weight Of Glory

    $16.99

    Selected from sermons delivered by C. S. Lewis during World War II, these nine addresses show the beloved author and theologian bringing hope and courage in a time of great doubt. “The Weight of Glory,” considered by many to be Lewis’s finest sermon of all, is an incomparable explication of virtue, goodness, desire, and glory. Also included are “Transposition,” “On Forgiveness,” “Why I Am Not a Pacifist,” and “Learning in War-Time,” in which Lewis presents his compassionate vision of Christianity in language that is both lucid and compelling.

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  • Problem Of Pain

    $16.99

    For centuries Christians have been tormented by one question above all — If God is good and all-powerful, why does he allow his creatures to suffer pain? C. S. Lewis sets out to disentangle this knotty issue but wisely adds that in the end no intellectual solution can dispense with the necessity for patience and courage.

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  • Great Divorce

    $17.99

    C.S. Lewis takes us on a profound journey through both heaven and hell in this engaging allegorical tale. Using his extraordinary descriptive powers, Lewis introduces us to supernatural beings who will change the way we think about good and evil. In The Great Divorce C.S. Lewis again employs his formidable talent for fable and allegory. The writer, in a dream, finds himself in a bus which travels between Hell and Heaven. This is the starting point for an extraordinary meditation upon good and evil which takes issue with William Blake’s The Marriage of Heaven and Hell.

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  • Screwtape Letters

    $16.99

    Wormwood, a demon apprentice, must secure the damnation of a young man who’s just become a Christian. He seeks the advice of an experienced devil, his uncle Screwtape. Their correspondence offers invaluable—and often humorous—insights on temptation, pride, and the ultimate victory of faith over evil forces. Paperback with French flaps and deckled page edges.

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  • Expositions Of The Psalms 33-50

    $39.95

    Second volume of the long-awaited translation of one of Augustine’s classics and a great work in Christian literature. Newly translated by Maria Boulding, O.S.B., whose masterful translation of Augustine’s Confessions in the same series has been praised as being “of a different level of excellence from practically anything else in the market.” (Bishop Rowan Williams, Monmouth, England)
    As the psalms are a microcosm of the Old Testament, so the Expositions of the Psalms can be seen as a microcosm of Augustinian thought. They recapitulate and focus the experiences of Augustine’s personal life, his theological reflections, and his pastoral concerns as Bishop of Hippo.

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  • On Living Simply

    $11.99

    These excerpts from the sermons of Saint John Chrysostom bring fourth-century wisdom to 20th century issues. Each serves as a brief introduction to a major spiritual thinker and as a meditation book for daily use.

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  • Clowning In Rome

    $14.00

    In this classic account of the time Henri Nouwen spent in Rome, he offers reflections and inspirational insight characteristic of his best work. During the months in Rome, it wasn’t the red cardinals or the Red Brigade who had the most impact on Nouwen, but the little things that took place between the great scenes. In some ways, he discovered, the real, true story was told by the clowns he often saw in the city streets.

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  • Expositions Of The Psalms 1-32 (Reprinted)

    $44.95

    First volume of the long-awaited translation of one of Augustine’s classics and a great work in Christian literature. Newly translated by Maria Boulding, O.S.B., whose masterful translation of Augustine’s Confessions in the same series has been praised as being “of a different level of excellence from practically anything else in the market.” (Bishop Rowan Williams, Monmouth, England)
    As the psalms are a microcosm of the Old Testament, so the Expositions of the Psalms can be seen as a microcosm of Augustinian thought. They recapitulate and focus the experiences of Augustine’s personal life, his theological reflections, and his pastoral concerns as Bishop of Hippo.

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  • Teaching Christianity : De Doctrina Christiana (Reprinted)

    $34.95

    The most original book Augustine ever wrote is not so much a treatise or scholarly work but an instruction manual on how to teach Christianity. He wrote this how to book for those who would be preaching and explaining Christianity. It is entirely based on the Bible and helps the reader express its truths of faith with soundproof methodology so that they can communicate their message in a clear and effective way. St. Augustine of Hippo (354-430) was possibly the greatest Christian writer ever a Master of Rhetoric who was educated under the influence of Neoplatonism and Christianity. With over 113 books 200 letters and 500 sermons he has left a lasting impact on Western philosophy and culture. His most well-known works are his which are still best-selling titles today.

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  • Practice Of The Love Of Jesus Christ

    $20.99

    This inspiring book, reissued in a new translation for the modern reader, is considered to be Saint Alphonsus Liguori’s best devotional work. Divided into seventeen small chapters, each preceded by prayers and intercessions, it offers practical prescriptions for living a holy life.

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  • Damien The Leper

    $18.00

    The great adventure of Damien the Leper began quietly over a century ago. Since then, his remarkable story has become legend throughout the world.

    Joseph De Veuster left his secure life in Belgium, thrusting aside all thoughts of personal danger and spending the rest of his days as Father Damien comforting the sick and the dying. Though virtually entombed among the living dead of a leper colony on the island of Molokai, Father Damien managed to find beauty and enchantment in the lush surroundings. His extraordinary journey of the spirit comes to life in John Farrow’s splendid biography, which has become a classic over the years and is sure to endure as long as people thrill to deeds of valor and pay homage to the great spiritual truths so perfectly reflected in this unforgettable story of courage, sacrifice, and devotion.

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  • Simple Truths : Thinking Life Through With Fulton J Sheen

    $14.99

    Brimming with rich and life-changing words of wisdom from one of this century’s most beloved Catholic writers, this book touches on virtually every aspect of the human condition.

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  • From The Angels Blackboard

    $21.99

    Divided into three sections (Mind, Heart, and Spirit), these special texts are a testament to Sheen’s own tenacity, which won him a loyal worldwide following.

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  • Peace Of Soul

    $21.99

    Sheen has…analyze[d] the inner troubles of frustrated post-war man…to make religion up-to-date, attractive, and necessary to the unhappy, God-repelling souls of the present.” (Library Journal)

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  • Visits To The Most Blessed Sacrament And The Blessed Virgin Mary (Large Type)

    $3.99

    Since they were first written in 1745, Visits to the Most Blessed Sacrament and the Blessed Virgin Mary has been translated into many languages and read worldwide. This classic translation of St. Alphonsus Liguori’s Visits, a faithful rendition from the original Italian into the American idiom, has now been reprinted in a new larger edition. This new printing offers exactly the same text as the previous edition, but in a larger, more readable, more durable format. It includes St. Alphonsus Liguori’s introductory and concluding prayer, spiritual communion, and his reflection/meditation for each of 31 visits to the Most Blessed Sacrament and the Blessed Virgin Mary.

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  • Practice Of The Presence Of God (Reprinted)

    $5.99

    The Practice Of The Presence Of God
    *A Pilgrim’s Prayer
    *Preface
    *Conversations
    *Letters
    The Spiritual Maxims Of Brother Lawrence
    *Introduction
    *Preface
    *Spiritual Maxims
    *The Character Of Brother Lawrence
    *Gathered Thoughts
    112 Pages

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    The intimate account of how one man found God.

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