Each year thousands of atheists, Evangelicals, Fundamentalists, and Pentecostals are being surprised by Catholic truth – and these converts tell you why.

    He goes to the heart of his personal beliefs and speaks with passion about the existence of God; about the dignity of man; about pain, suffering, and evil; about eternal life and the meaning of salvation; about hope; about the relationship of Christianity to other faits and that of Catholicism to other branches of the Christian faith.With the humility and generosity of spirit for which he is known, John Paul II speaks directly and forthrightly to all people. His message: Be not afraid!

    Tacelli have written an informative and valuable guidebook for anyone looking for answers to questions of faith and reason. Topics include:faith and reason the existence of God God's nature how we know God creation and evolution providence and free will miracles the problem of evil the Bible's historical reliability the divinity of Christ the resurrection life after death heaven and hell salvation Christianity and other religions objective truth Whether you are asking the questions yourself or want to respond to others who are, here is the resource you have been waiting for.

    Pius X). A profound reading experience; tears at one's heartstrings. Great for the whole family. 464 pgs, PB

    John Laux's deeply penetrating and concise book, Chief Truths of the Faith, presents readers with a mature and thorough understanding of the Catholic Faith. Concepts covered include the nature and attributes of God, the nature and origin of humanity, the Immaculate Conception, hypostatic union, sanctifying and actual grace, the resurrection of the dead, and more. Although originally written as a high school study guide, college students and adults alike will have a thorough grounding on all major points of faith in order to achieve salvation for self and others. Recommended for 9th-grade students enrolled in TAN Academy.

    He explains what spiritual direction is, the qualities to look for in a good spiritual director, the process of finding a director, ways to develop a deeper prayer life, and how to continue growing when your enthusiasm wears thin. A Servant Book.

    This book is, as its editor, Bishop Peter Canisius Johannes van Lierde, suggests, "a harvest from the mind and heart of Pope Wojtyla." And so you will spend a few moments with the Pope each day of the liturgical year through these pages of his reflections. This devotional was prepared to offer the modern reader, engaged with various daily tasks, the opportunity to know and to enter into the heart and mind of Pope John Paul II. His concerns as expressed in these passages include such topics as "Sharing with Others, " "To Be in Peace, " "Consumer Society" ("Man is created for happiness. Yes! But man's happiness is not identified with enjoyment! In such enjoyment the consumer-oriented man loses the full dimension of his humanity"), "The Great Divine Trial, " about the meaning of his near-assassination, "The Christian Family in the Modern World, and "Family Prayer." Through these pages of calm reflection each day, all will find a moment of peaceful repose from the occupations of life.

    Thrse of Lisieux. The author has completely revised and amplified his previous book in the light of the new, thoroughly annotated editions of her own works and the many recent works of research and commentary, which have led him to develop and change some of his interpretations of the saint's life and character.

    Teresas way of prayer, the prayer of recollection, into the centuries-old spiritual practice of lectio divina, and how to draw spiritual nourishment from both. A closing series of reflection questions make this an ideal introduction to Teresian prayer for both group discussion and individual study.

    Includes prayers and New American Bible, revised edition, Gospel readings.

    John Paul II's Letter to Families remains one of the most insightful and encouraging resources for parents and spouses. As the Holy Father says in the opening lines of his letter, he is knocking "at the door of your home, eager to greet you with deep affection and to spend time with you."The Holy Father's heroic defense of the family gives us not only hope and courage, but also wonderful tools and advice that will lead to Christ's triumph in our "domestic church."

    Scott Hahn (formerly a Protestant minister but now professor of theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville) carefully examines the most commonly-held objections to the Catholic Faith. Dr. Hahn explains how controversy over such issues as authority of the Pope, the doctrine of Purgatory, devotion to the Blessed Mother and the Saints, and the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, usually arises from private interpretation of Scripture on the part of non-Catholics. Dr. Hahn provides key Scriptural passages, as well as relevant principles of Church teaching, in support of Catholic doctrine. A powerful presentation and an invaluable tool for sharing the truth of the Catholic Faith!

    His writings reveal a mystical theology that Thomas Merton, a monastic heir to Bernard’s Cistercian reform, says "explains what it means to be united to God in Christ but (also) shows the meaning of the whole economy of our redemption in Christ." Critical of the monastic opulence of his times, Bernard exhorted his monks to consider that "Salt with hunger is seasoning enough for a man living soberly and wisely." Martin Luther believed that Bernard was "the best monk that ever lived, whom I admire beyond all the rest put together."Bernard's zeal and charisma led to the reform of Christian life in medieval Europe. Today it is reported that Pope Benedict XVI keeps Bernard's treatise Advice to a Pope close at hand for spiritual support. Honey and Salt is an original selection for the general reader of Bernard’s sermons, treatises, and letters.

    "Go and Proclaim the Gospel" makes the connection between the Word and the Church. "When I Found Your Words . . ." speaks to those who proclaim the Word. "We Preach Christ Jesus as Lord" reflects on the content of Christian preaching. "For Every Careless Word . . ." warns against confusing human words with the divine Word. "You Will Receive Power from the Holy Spirit" affirms the role of the Holy Spirit in the proclamation of the Word. "Welcome the Word" affirms the place of God's Word in our everyday lives. "The Letter Brings Death But the Spirit Gives Life" attests to the role of the Spirit in the interpretation of the Bible and in the life of the Church.

    The most authoritative and easy-to-use Bible pronunciation guide available--for use with any version of the Bible in English.

    In Donkey Bells: Advent and Christmas, Catherine s three-in-one book on this most expectant of holiday seasons, you ll receive wonderful gifts:Meaningful and heartwarming stories, the telling of which will surely become a family Christmas tradition. Including: The Little Christmas Angel O'Ryan, How Pride Became Humble, The Christmas Gift, Christmas in Harlem, The Bruised Reed, and others.Customs which you can adopt into your own Christmas celebration, such as: The Advent Wreath, The 'O' Antiphons, Baking Christmas Foods and Decorating, and The Blessing of The Christmas Tree. Traditions surrounding important Advent and Christmas feast days are presented, including: St. Nicholas, The Immaculate Conception, Feast of the Holy Family, New Year's Eve, Epiphany, and more.Earthy and inspiring meditations to prepare the entire family for Christ's coming, including: A Candle in Our Hearts, Little Things, The Gurgle of a Baby, Where Love Is God Is, Looking into the Child's Eyes, Advent: A Modern Bethlehem, A Short Season--A Long Journey, and many more.