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The Book of Enoch is an ancient Jewish religious work, traditionally attributed to Enoch, the great-grandfather of Noah. However, modern scholars date the oldest sections (mainly the first book, the “Book of the Watchers”) as far back as 300 BCE, and the latest part (the “Epistle of Enoch”) to likely the late 1st century BCE.

“You would do well to consult Norbert. He is, as we well know, closer to God than we are.” — St. Bernard of Clairvaux. It is rare to find a historian motivated by deep faith who also possesses the literary craft of a novelist, yet that is precisely the gift that we encounter in Fr. Dominique-Marie Dauzet in Eternal Pilgrim (originally published as Petite Vie de Saint Norbert and awarded the Montyon Prize by the Académie Française). Journey through the turbulent times of St. Norbert of Xanten (1080–1134), who lived in the Holy Roman Empire through schism and the Crusades.

For centuries, Christians have pondered the Seven Last Words of Christ, those sacred phrases spoken from the Cross that reveal the heart of the Gospel. Yet too often, they are treated solely as objects of theological study. In this powerful new work, Casey J. Chalk not only explains the theological meaning of these words but explains that they represent far more: They are a framework for living a saintly life and dying a holy death.

Almost every parent knows it: adolescence can feel like a whirlwind. But popular Catholic psychologist Dr. Rudolf Allers insists that this needn’t be the case. Long before modern experts began pathologizing normal teenage behavior, Dr. Allers exposed as myth the Freudian claims that adolescent rebellion is (a) inevitable and (b) primarily sexual in origin. In this essential parent guidebook, Allers offers practical wisdom for understanding, guiding, and influencing your teenager with confidence and compassion.

As one of the most influential and recognizable religious figures in history, Martin Luther continues to impact the world over 550 years after his death. Luther was a German priest and theologian whose writings and teachings sparked the Protestant Reformation in the early 16th century, creating one of the greatest schisms in the history of the Catholic Church and touching off religious turmoil and bloodshed that would engulf Europe for the next 2 centuries.

Servant of God Michelle Duppong (1984–2015) lived ordinary days with extraordinary love — and God used her short life to set hearts ablaze. After her death, letters poured in describing the many graces obtained through her intercession — most often a deep peace and trust in God’s will. Her growing reputation for holiness led Bishop David Kagan to open her cause for canonization.

Those suffering from infertility too often do so in silence, isolation, and even shame. Some married couples find the suffering so raw and intimate that they are unable even to lean on each other. By sharing her story, Leigh Snead aims to encourage open, informed, and generous dialogue about infertility among infertile men and women, the subfertile, the secondarily infertile, those with normal fertility, and the robustly fecund.

Founded on October 2, 1928, Opus Dei, formally known as the Prelature of the Holy Cross and Opus Dei, occupies a unique and often debated position within the Roman Catholic Church. The organization was established by Josemaría Escrivá de Balaguer, a young Spanish priest who claimed to have received a divine revelation during a spiritual retreat in Madrid.

In a world often clouded by negativity, Catholic Positive Energy offers a refreshing perspective on living a life filled with joy and inner peace. In this inspiring audiobook, author George Goodsaid, M.A., opens up about his personal journey through pain, ridicule, and emotional struggles. He shares how choosing positivity, self-respect, and forgiveness can lead to lasting happiness. Through heartfelt reflections and uplifting insights, George guides listeners toward personal healing, compassion, and gratitude.

The nativity scene is like a living Gospel rising up from the pages of sacred Scripture. As we contemplate the Christmas story, we are invited to set out on a spiritual journey, drawn by the humility of the God who became man in order to encounter every man and woman. We come to realize that so great is his love for us that he became one of us, so that we in turn might become one with him.

This powerful collection shares true stories of Catholics who bravely defied communist regimes throughout the twentieth century. From secret Masses and hidden bishops to bold acts of martyrdom and quiet daily sacrifices, these men and women risked everything to keep the Faith alive under atheistic oppression. Their courage proves that no earthly tyranny can extinguish the light of Christ — and reminds us that, with Our Lady’s help, faithfulness always triumphs over false promises of worldly utopias.

Live the devout life amid daily busyness with the timeless wisdom of St. Francis de Sales. Learn practical ways to weave prayer and virtue into each moment, balance your duties with devotion, resist temptations, and grow in holiness through small acts of faith. Discover simple methods to be aware of God’s presence, manage your time well, and make your ordinary day a path to sanctity—becoming the saint God calls you to be, one moment at a time.

St. John Paul II called women “sentinels of the Invisible,” highlighting their unique mission to reveal the image of God in the world. In this clear, powerful book, Melissa Maleski draws on Scripture, the Church Fathers, the saints, and modern Church teaching to show how women, by their very nature, witness to divine truths our secular culture denies. You’ll discover how authentic womanhood shapes the world, why the devil fears it, and how every woman’s vocation can guard and proclaim the Gospel in our time.

Pope Francis often reminds us that faith “is a road to be traveled, without ever losing the goal,” and this is the theme that forms the background to the meditations contained in this brief anthology. It is a collection of significant passages from the Pontiff’s speeches, given on various occasions of meetings with the faithful, and is intended to offer food for thought in light of the Jubilee 2025 in particular, as its motto is “Pilgrims of Hope.”

A History of the Popes tells the story of the oldest living institution in the Western world—the papacy. From its origins in Saint Peter, Jesus' chief disciple, through Pope Benedict XVI today, the popes have been key players in virtually all of the great dramas of the western world in the last two thousand years. Acclaimed church historian John W. O'Malley's engaging narrative examines the 265 individuals who have claimed to be Peter's successors. Rather than describe each pope one by one, the book focuses on the popes that shaped pivotal moments in both church and world history.

This powerful introduction to the life and spirituality of Blessed Conchita reveals the extraordinary union she shared with Christ as a wife, mother of nine, and mystic. While living a hidden domestic life, she received profound insights on prayer, suffering, the Eucharist, and the priesthood, and her writings offer a pathway to deep conversion. Through her example and the teachings she received from Jesus, you will learn how to grow in intimacy with God, persevere through spiritual trials, and embrace your mission with heroic love.

Si les œuvres du Frère Laurent semblent être restées à peu près inconnues en France, elles ont eu depuis longtemps une très grande circulation en Angleterre. Il en a paru de si nombreuses éditions que ce n'est pas trop de dire que la Pratique de la Présence de Dieu, comme on l'appelle en général, est livre de dévotion presque aussi connu que l'Imitation ou que les Petites Fleurs de Saint François.

Jennifer Clark’s Intercede: Saints for Concerning Occasions offers us a fresh perspective on the world of Catholic saints. Here you will find saints both familiar and obscure, canonized and uncanonized, recognized and rejected. Using a combination of original poetry and lively commentary, Clark relates their stories with insight, pathos, and humor, creating nothing less than a new, down-to-earth calendar of saints, perfect for the present day.

Let us reflect, then, upon the epoch to which we have now come. The intense sufferings, labors, and intellectual, as well as moral struggles, of the three heroic centuries, are closing, and Alexander of Alexandria is the grand figure of the period.

The 30th Anniversary Edition of this classic memoir includes a new introduction by the author. A heartbreaking and hilarious memoir by the longtime All Things Considered commentator charts the trajectory of a marriage so impossible that it became inevitable. "Gritty, funny, moving, horrific...