Faith Fundamentals

This book situates St. Ignatius of Loyola's classic fourteen rules for the discernment of spirits within the larger Catholic spiritual tradition of sanctity. Each chapter consists of two parts. The...

What did Pope Benedict XVI teach and preach when he was out of the limelight, behind closed doors, among friends? In his late years, after the noise of the papacy had quieted down, how did he...

Who was this man named Jesus? A prophet, maybe—or a fraud? Some say he was only a “wise teacher” whose followers later deified him. Still others think his very existence is a myth. For Christians, he...

It seems like such a little thing, but it can make the difference between heaven and hell. A good Christian aims to be virtuous—but what if we are not courteous? We may check the boxes for fortitude...

In Messiah, author Gary Michuta meticulously organizes the Old Testament messianic prophecies, considering their contemporary context with the help of both Jewish and Christian sources. Exploring...

Gossip. Lying. Flattery. Crass words. As we grow in Christian maturity, many of us are aware that we fall frequently into sins of speech. We realize instinctually that these faults are holding us...

Since the beginning of time they have attended the Holy Trinity with unending praise, and at the Bible’s pivotal moments they were present. They convey God’s saving messages and assist in his...

This Dictionary is designed as an aid in the study of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC ) by offering definitions of important words used in the numbered paragraphs. It differs from other...

This graphic biography vividly chronicles Shahbaz Bhatti’s extraordinary life (1968–2011). His convictions were shaped by his Catholic faith and illuminated by courage, service, and sacrifice...

Mass Explained is a walk through the Eucharistic celebration from beginning to end. The book explores the source of its prayers, the meaning of its postures, and the development of its vessels and...

Fathers Hofer and Nolan offer us a personal retreat encouraging meditation on the prayer that draws us closer to our Blessed Mother and serves as the basis for praying the Rosary. Each chapter...

It seems like such a little thing, but it can make the difference between heaven and hell. A good Christian aims to be virtuous—but what if we are not courteous? We may check the boxes for fortitude...