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The Catholic Church is the longest standing and the most universal of all institutions. The contributions made by Catholic men and women over the past 2,000 years are most impressive, from a properly functioning calendar to the inventions of many things that we all take for granted today. Fr. Meconi, SJ walks listeners through the most amazing achievements of Christ's Body on earth—from economic and mercantile developments to scientific and astronomical advances, from the cataloging of zoological and botanical species to the cherishing of beautiful music and fine arts.

The Revelations of St. Bridget were highly esteemed throughout the Middle Ages, so much so that she was canonized and considered to be one of the most influential mystics of her time. Her visions have served as a spiritual guide for countless believers, offering insights into the life and passion of Jesus Christ. This prayer book is inspired by the life and work of St. Bridget and her sainthood. Countless people have sought her intercession and experienced miracles.

Aldo Cazzullo reconstruye la conmovedora vida del santo con pulso narrativo y mirada contemporánea. Recorre los ideales caballerescos de su juventud, la dramática ruptura con su padre y el inolvidable despojo en la plaza de Asís. Revive el pacto con el papa y el que establece con santa Clara...

St. John Bosco's assumed the form of a large dog and protected him on numerous occasions from bloodthirsty assailants. St. Frances of Rome's helped her to read at night by the light of his hair. St. Lydwine's "flew" her to faraway places in the heavens and on earth. And St. Gemma Galgani's graced her with constant visible companionship for most of her short life.

Salvation is entirely dependent upon the grace of Almighty God, yet it requires the active cooperation of the human will. In this rigorous catechetical exposition, Fr. Michael Mueller explains the absolute necessity, nature, and effects of divine grace. He demonstrates how God anticipates and assists the soul, while leaving man perfectly free to choose life or death. Dear Listener, this work clarifies the grave obligation to perform good works and the severe danger of resisting divine inspirations.

Like a mystical tome waiting to be deciphered, a Gothic cathedral holds many secrets about Christ, the Christian life, and the soul’s yearning for God. In Heaven in Stone and Glass, Bishop Robert Barron teaches us how to read these secrets, with beautiful meditations on aspects such as light and darkness, the labyrinth, gargoyles and demons, and vertical space. Whether you’re preparing for a pilgrimage to York Cathedral or Notre-Dame in Paris, or looking ahead to bedside reflection on sacred space, this book is the perfect guide.

The statistics are troubling: 6.5 people leave the Catholic Church for every one that joins, and 50% of young people who were raised Catholic are no longer Catholic today. The Catholic Church is hemorrhaging young people. Behind these statistics are countless stories of wounded families. Millions of mothers and fathers are longing for their prodigal children to come home to the Church, crying: “Where did we go wrong?” The passive wait-and-see approach is no longer an option. We need a different strategy.

Over the course of eight years, Martin Scorsese and Jesuit theologian Antonio Spadaro discussed filmmaking and faith. From his Catholic upbringing amidst the brutality of 1950s New York to the heights of Hollywood, Scorsese sketches a unique self-portrait. And from Mean Streets to Killers of the Flower Moon - and especially the spiritual reckonings of The Last Temptation of Christ and Silence - he grants readers a new understanding of his films.

Two years before he died, St. Thomas Aquinas, probably the greatest teacher the Church has ever known, was asked by his assistant Brother Reginald to write a simple summary of the faith of the Catholic Church for those who lacked the time or the stamina to tackle his massive Summa Theologica. In response, the great saint quickly set down in language that non-scholars can understand his peerless insights into the major topics of theology: the Trinity, Divine Providence, the Incarnation of Christ, the Last Judgment, and much more.

“This book is . . . my personal search ‘for the face of the Lord.’” –Benedict XVI In this bold, momentous work, the Pope––in his first book written as Benedict XVI––seeks to salvage the person of Jesus from recent “popular” depictions and to restore Jesus’ true identity...

Born in the fourth century, Saint John Cassian (AD 360 - 435) lived when tensions between the traditional and innovative peaked. A monk and theologian, Cassian made the Christian tradition relevant for the needs of his day in his spiritual works. Indeed, his spirituality remains essential today; he influenced Saints Benedict and Ignatius of Loyola, and his works continue to be read worldwide.

Published to coincide with Pope Francis's Year of Mercy and the Vatican's canonization of Mother Teresa, this new book of unpublished material by a humble yet remarkable woman of faith whose influence is felt as deeply today as it was when she was alive, offers Mother Teresa’s profound yet...

For three months in the spring of 1994, the African nation of Rwanda descended into one of the most vicious and bloody genocides the world has ever seen. Immaculee Ilibagiza, a young university student, miraculously survived the savage killing spree that left most of her family, friends, and a...

Step into a world of timeless wisdom with the audiobook "The Secret of the Ages" by Robert Collier. This groundbreaking work, now available in audiobook format, is narrated with captivating eloquence, bringing Collier's profound insights to life. As you listen, you'll be transported through the ages, exploring the untapped powers and potential within you.

Confessions is the name of an autobiographical work, consisting of 13 books, by Saint Augustine of Hippo, written in Latin between 397 and 400 AD. The work outlines Saint Augustine's sinful youth and his conversion to Christianity. It is widely seen as the first Western autobiography ever written, and Professor Henry Chadwick wrote that Confessions will "always rank among the great masterpieces of western literature."

In Encounters with Mary, we have found that there is a magnificent force available to human beings for healing. We also discover that real miracles occur-where you can see, touch, and feel this energy-in places where Mary has met children to advise them of her presence. This book is an unseen journey to meet a powerful healing source: Mother Mary. Mary's holy field is the energy of the Immaculate Mother, who gave birth to Jesus Christ. During a visit to Mexico City, the author, by chance, toured the Shrine of Guadalupe.

This thought-provoking work explores humanity's universal instinct for sacrifice and reveals how it finds its true fulfillment in the sacrifice of Christ. Journeying through the beliefs and rituals of ancient civilizations, it uncovers the enduring human longing for redemption, meaning, and communion with God. With penetrating insight and a distinctly Catholic perspective, this book illuminates the connection between the sacrifices of old and the Holy Mass, helping listeners understand why the Cross remains the answer to the deepest questions of every age.

Excerpts from her revelations. Actual words of Our Lord and Blessed Mother to St. Bridget of Sweden, giving intimate details of their lives on earth, including the hidden life of Our Lord and Our Lady in Nazareth, plus the early life of Our Lady and the birth of Our Lord. Includes the famous 15 Prayers of St. Bridget. First published in 1492. Breathes the spirit of holiness and faith. Excellent on the Passion. A classic of the Church, a perennial bestseller and a real treasure!

From the hidden villages of Old Castile to the austere cells of reforming monasteries, The Life of Saint John of the Cross unveils the extraordinary journey of one of the Church’s greatest mystics and Doctors. Born in 1542, John of the Cross burned with ardent love for God and the Blessed Virgin from childhood, and his life became a living testimony to purification, detachment, and union with divine love. Drawn from the 1680 Speculum Carmelitanum, this rare biography preserves a voice close to the saint’s own age. It recounts his collaboration with St.

Revive your Catholic spirituality and learn to clearly hear God's voice through the power of spiritual discernment. Whether you are seeking peace during a stressful commute or feeling spiritually stalled, this reflective audio experience offers a grounding path forward. Discover how ordinary...