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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.

The Thoughts of the Cure D'Ars is the most beautiful, simple, and inspiring statement of practical Catholic wisdom that most of us will likely ever listen to. Consisting of short, profound sayings, almost comparable to the proverbs in the Bible, this little book reflects perfectly its simple but holy author, St. John Vianney.

The author of this book was the favorite writer of St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross, St. Vincent de Paul, etc. St. Teresa of Avila credited this book with having converted over a million people in her time. This is the most persuasive book we know to encourage people to abandon sin and embrace repentance and virtue. The logic is relentless and effective.

The greatest lovers in the history of the world were the saints, those who sought to love God above everything. For those saints called to marriage, it was God’s love that led them to pursue their spouse in a most pure and holy courtship.

The greatest battles do not occur in a distant land or even in past times but in the depths of the human soul. It is the battle between virtue and vice, the conflict between aspiring to be a saint or living a mediocre life. The conflict between reaching heaven or forfeiting it. In this spiritual masterpiece, Pope Saint Leo IX, identifies our foes: The enemies in this battle—the vices and temptations which infect our fallen nature—are invisible and internal.

Desiring to bring hope and healing to other victims, these men and women — survivors as well as their community of family and friends — come together to speak out about their abuse and betrayal by Catholic priests and leaders. These are only a few stories — but through these few are related the experiences of many victims. Contrary to conventional wisdom, these men and women are still active, practicing Catholics who love their faith. The abusers may have stolen their innocence, but through God’s grace, they weren’t able to steal their faith.

Better for your spirit: Rarely before in history has the United States - and the world at large - been so divided. With each new Tweet, falsehood, or upsetting news headline, the things we once took for granted and believed in have become upended and, in the process, have crushed our spirit. The inspired ideas and power thoughts in Positive Thoughts for Troubling Times will provide you with hope, a renewed spirit, and a new perspective at viewing our worrisome times. Go back to living one day at a time with this inspirational guide.

Ray is a farm boy, born and raised. He had a rough life, and this book chronicles Pastor Stanton’s life from a young child to age 27, when he put a gun under his chin and God spoke to him, stopping him from pulling the trigger. The book is funny and sad.

As inspirational as it is instructive, The Lighten Up Book is a treasury of moving and meaningful sayings that spurs listeners to live life to the fullest. Listeners can take this encouraging book on the go to get a quick shot of inspiration at any time, or they can select one quote every day for in-depth thought and meditation. However listeners choose to use these uplifting and inspiring quotes, they all have the potential to be life-changing.

St. Ambrose (CE 340-397), bishop of Milan, felt strongly that virginity was one of the principle virtues. He was very successful in persuading maidens to adopt chaste religious vocations, so much so that many a mother refused to permit her daughter to listen to him. At one point, the saint was compelled to refute the accusation that he was depopulating the state. He did this by appealing to the young men of his age that they should not have any difficulty in finding wives.

While many of us have been told to be disciples, very few have been taught how. STEPUP shows the parallels between the parent-child relationship and discipleship. The book explains the difference between a follower of Christ and a Disciple of Christ. STEPUP applies to anyone of any faith tradition that desires to grow in faith and help others grow in faith. Easy to digest examples and explanations describe discipleship in the language of parenthood so that we can all recognize the call to lead others to a closer relationship with God