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From the bestselling author of Hillbilly Elegy—an intimate account of why Vice President JD Vance strayed from the Christianity of his youth and what led him back to faith. Communion is a spiritual exploration of what it means to be a Christian in all the seasons of life JD Vance has...

What is Catholicism? A two-thousand-year-old living tradition? A worldview? A way of life? A relationship? A mystery? In Catholicism, Bishop Robert Barron examines all these questions and more, seeking to capture the body, heart, and mind of the Catholic faith. Starting from the essential foundation of Jesus Christ’s Incarnation, life, and teaching, Bishop Barron moves through the defining elements of Catholicism.

This book examines the escalating global persecution of Christians, drawing parallels between historical and contemporary challenges. Thomas D. Williams highlights regions where believers face violence and oppression, such as North Korea, Afghanistan, and China, and identifies six primary sources of modern attacks: atheism, radical Islam, Hindu nationalism, totalitarianism, academia, and Satanism. Williams offers practical advice for Christians to prepare for and respond to these challenges, emphasizing the importance of steadfast faith and support for persecuted communities.

How can you believe all this stuff? This is the number one question Catholics get asked - and, sometimes, we ask ourselves. Why We're Catholic assembles the clearest, friendliest, most helpful answers that Trent learned to give to people. Beginning with how we can know reality and ending with our hope of eternal life, it's the perfect way to help skeptics and seekers (or Catholics who want to firm up their faith) understand the evidence that bolsters our belief - and brings us joy.

'Immensely readable ... Lamb's assessment is cool and considered: a thoughtful overview of the conclave's fruit in Leo's first year, and the challenges he faces. The author's gifts for rendering complexity digestible are on full display: American Hope is the most thorough and insightful overview...

In this spiritual classic, Dom Jean-Baptiste Chautard reveals the essential truth at the heart of all Catholic apostolic work: without a deep interior life rooted in Christ, outward activity becomes hollow. Written for priests, religious, and laity alike, The Soul of the Apostolate shows that only through prayer, meditation, and union with God does apostolic work bear lasting fruit. This book has guided generations of Catholics to anchor their efforts in Christ and safeguard themselves from the dangers of mere activism.

A deeply personal biography of Pope Leo XIV, featuring his first-ever public interview as pope, from Elise Ann Allen, journalist and Rome correspondent for Crux. “An extraordinary achievement . . . a masterful and amazingly intimate portrait of our new pope.”—Austen Ivereigh, biographer of...

The Bible plays a vital role in the life of the Catholic Church. In fact, we are called to immerse ourselves daily in the Scriptures. But many of us get lost when we actually dive into the Bible, and our time spent can be more frustrating than fruitful. We are listening to a collection of writings drafted by an ancient people, in an ancient culture. But Scripture is nothing less than the Living Word of God, and it is meant just as much for us as for those who lived thousands of years ago.

Del padre Pío a Carlo Acutis, pasando por nombres imprescindibles, estas vidas demuestran que los santos también son imperfectos. Antes de ser venerados, muchos santos fueron cuestionados. ¿Qué hubo detrás de la fama, los milagros y las devociones? ¿Qué significa realmente ser santo? José María Zavala, autor de la novela El profeta, se adentra en la cara menos conocida de algunas de las figuras más influyentes de la Iglesia: persecuciones, dudas, escándalos, errores, campañas de descrédito y, en ocasiones, el golpe más doloroso: el ataque que llega desde dentro.

Caught between how ancient people understood divinity, which was mostly as supreme beings with large egos and hankerings for sacrificed animals, and Christ's message of God's reckless and radical love, Christianity has always sought to thread the needle between God's justice and God's love. Much of contemporary Christianity does this by believing that a heartfelt thumbs up to Jesus and his sacrifice satiates God's need for justice and opens a private door to the fullness of His love - salvation.

As seen on EWTN, bestselling author Scott Hahn unveils the mysteries of the Mass, offering readers a deeper appreciation of the most familiar of Catholic rituals. Of all things Catholic, there is nothing that is so familiar as the Mass. With its unchanging prayers, the Mass fits Catholics like...

Historical scholarship, not theological agenda — Curious what Christianity looked like before a Bible, a pope, or official creeds? This 5-in-1 guide offers a clear, accessible tour of the earliest Jesus movements using contemporary historical scholarship. Unlike devotional or overly academic books, Before the Bible helps you understand how multiple “Christianities” emerged, competed, and evolved—along with the debates and human stories behind what became the world’s largest religion.

In recent years, Christians everywhere are rediscovering the Jewish roots of their faith. Every year at Easter time, many believers now celebrate Passover meals (known as Seders) seeking to understand exactly what happened at Jesus' final Passover, the night before he was crucified. Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist shines fresh light on the Last Supper by looking at it through Jewish eyes.

In a restless world, we often chase satisfaction, only to find it fleeting. Matt Fradd invites you to discover Jesus, Our Refuge. This clear and honest guide reveals the Heart of Christ as humanity’s true home. Packed with Fradd’s relatable stories and wisdom, it’s a must-hear for anyone seeking meaning and refuge amid life's spiritual battle.

In this book, Catalina reveals the spiritual dimension of the Holy Mass. Beyond what the eye can see, there is a mystical celebration that the Virgin Mary unveiled to this Bolivian mystic. From the host that mystically takes on the face of Christ, to the wine that becomes the image of the crucified Jesus, the Virgin Mary reveals the marvelous design of her Son’s love for humanity, which reaches its summit in the Holy Mass. Listening to this book will transform the way you experience Mass— your participation will never be the same again.

Over the past hundred years, scholars have attacked the historical truth of the Gospels and argued that they were originally anonymous and filled with contradictions. In The Case for Jesus, Brant Pitre taps into the wells of Christian scripture, history, and tradition to ask and answer a number...

El Concilio Ecuménico Vaticano II es el acontecimiento más importante de la Iglesia Católica en el siglo XX. Fue iniciado por Juan XXIII el 11 de Octubre de 1962 y clausurado por Pablo VI el 8 de diciembre de 1965. A pesar de las expectativas y esperanzas de muchos, la época que siguió a ese gran acontecimiento no representó para la Iglesia una “primavera” sino, como el mismo Pablo VI y sus sucesores reconocieron, un periodo de crisis y dificultades sin precedentes, especialmente en los ámbitos doctrinal y litúrgico. Tras el Concilio Vaticano II se abrió una viva discusión ...

The Stations of the Cross A Catholic Prayer Book for Lent and Year-Round Devotion Enter more deeply into the mystery of Christ’s Passion through this beautifully simple Stations of the Cross prayer booklet, designed to guide you step by step along the Way of the Cross. Rooted in Sacred Scripture from the New American Bible (NABRE) and the rich traditions of the Catholic Church, this devotional invites you to meditate on the suffering, sacrifice, and redeeming love of Jesus Christ. Through Scripture, reflections, and traditional prayers, readers are led into a deeper understanding of ...

The Story of a Soul conveys St. Therese of Lisieux's "Little Way" of spiritual childhood - her "elevator" to Heaven, as she called it. This method was approved by Pope Pius XI as a way for all to grow in holiness through unfailing confidence and childlike delight in God's merciful love. Again and again in this audiobook, St. Therese shows us how her "Little Way" of love and trust comes straight from Sacred Scripture.

With over a million copies sold, this classic work is essential reading for all who ask, “Where has my struggle led me?” Recommended reading for Hallow’s 2026 Lent Pray40 Community Prayer Challenge A chance encounter with a reproduction of Rembrandt’s The Return of the Prodigal Son...