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From the Angelus to First Fridays, vigil candles to novenas, Catholic practice of time-honored Church traditions can be confusing. For years, The How-To-Book of Catholic Devotions provided clarity and inspiration for the dozens of devotions that enliven and deepen the faith of Catholics. Now, the Second Edition offers even more to love in an updated text that includes: The Divine Mercy ChapletA section on St. FaustinaThe Luminous MysteriesUpda...

Discover the Life and Times of Ben Hur In this must-have for fans of the epic film, acclaimed author Mike Aquilina offers an unflinching look at the life and times in which the epic adventure of Ben-Hur is set. Once you explore the gripping times in which the Roman Empire ruled the world, countless scenes throughout the film will have greater meaning and a significance that only knowledge of history can provide. You'll come to a deeper underst...

If you've ever wondered what devotion to Mary is all about, you'll treasure this one-of-a-kind, popular glimpse into the early Church's life, doctrine, and devotion to Our Lady. Through lively stories, teachings of the Church fathers, and evidence from ancient archaeology, the authors invite you to enter the fascinating world of the early Christians, giving you an imaginative glimpse into how they demonstrated their love for Mary through their...

?God stoops down to lift up our homes, to make them outposts of his paradise?no matter how cold the winds may blow on a winter day.??From the Introduction Paradise? Family life? Really? Yes?and one filled with laughter. If that doesn?t sound like your family but you wish it did, or if you?re just looking for a book to lighten your spirit, Love in the Little Things is for you. Love involves sacrifice, Mike Aquilina notes, but as he spins humoro...

Education in human sexuality demands that our children know the facts of life. But even more important, it is crucial that our children are given a faith-filled and morally correct context in order to make sense of all the issues connected with human sexuality. Developed with parents, doctors, educators, and catechists, this valuable guide--a consistent best-seller--is your practical resource for answering questions and encouraging meaningful ...

From medieval Christian piety to contemporary popular culture, the authors provide an intriguing historical study of the lore that arose around the Holy Grail.

ngels are everywhereas a matter of fact, right at your side. Forget the sweet-faced cherubs of popular culture, however, and brace yourself for a far more potent reality: powerful heavenly beings who play a significant role in the personal drama of daily lifeyour life. Drawing on Scripture (where angels appear often, carrying out crucial tasks), the words of the saints and Church teaching, Mike Aquilina shows how developing our fellowship with...

Science falters and poetry fails when we try to speak of the Eucharist, but across the centuries saints, theologians and ordinary Catholics have nevertheless found words to express the inexpressible: Jesus, fully present, body, blood, soul and divinity, offers himself to humanity in this sacrament. Mike Aquilina brings together 120 of those reflections to encourage and inspire you as you ponder the fire of God's love revealed in the Eucharist.

Using the words of the early Christians themselves, from documents and inscriptions, Aquilina traces the Mass's history from Jesus' lifetime through the fourth century.

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John Henry Newman's journey to Catholicism is one of the greatest stories of the nineteenth-century Church. He relied on divine revelation, together with logical reasoning and historical facts, to reach religious truths and vigorously defend religious doctrines.Each topical entry begins with an excerpt from this saintly man's writings, followed by these helpful prompts: Think About It -- Points that serve as a springboard for prayerful conside...