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Books for Lent $15.95 Meditations for Lent from St. Thomas Aquinas 141 pp. paperback In the simple, non-technical language he used for preaching, St. Thomas shows you how to detach yourself from the things of this world and re-focus on things above, using as models the penitential examples of Our Lord and Our Lady. He also offers detailed practical advice on how to avoid temptation, weed out vices, and cultivate virtues. For example, St. Thomas provides 63 Scripture-based Lenten meditations, one for each day from Septuagesima Sunday through Holy Saturday. Averaging two pages in length, these sermons are perfect for silent meditation at any time. A small sampling of topics from St. Thomas’ Lenten spiritual are: On Reforming Ourselves * Hardness of Heart * The Example of Christ Crucified * The Need to Be Watchful * On Doing Good * Our Lord’s Prayer in the Garden * How Christ’s Passion Freed Us from the Punishment Due to Sin * How Christ’s Passion Opened the Gates to Heaven * The Precious Blood * The Burial of Christ * On Being Buried Spiritually * Our Lady’s Suffering in the Passion * How Christ’s Passion Serves Us as an Example * The Last Supper * The Death of Christ $16.95 Newman on Lent Cardinal John Henry Newman 145 pp. sewn softcover Cardinal Newman preached with a tenderness and earnestness that touched his listeners and moved them to conversion. In these sermons, he speaks not only of Our Lord’s mental and physical sufferings and of their infinite worth but also of our own sharing in these fruitful sufferings. He instructs on how to observe Lent and make it the peaceful and rewarding season it should be. John Henry Newman never resorted to platitudes or mere exhortation. He wove beautiful, powerful gems from Scripture with his own keen insights into the human heart, producing masterpieces of prose and preaching. A tiny sampling of the riches in this beautiful collection is as follows: “Pain, which by nature leads us only to ourselves, carries on the Christian mind from the thought of self to the contemplation of Christ, His passion, His merits, and His pattern; and, thence, further to that united company of sufferers who follow Him and ‘are what He is in this world.’ He is the great Object of our faith; and, while we gaze upon Him, we learn to forget ourselves....” $13.95 On the Passion of Christ - According to the Four Evangelists by Thomas à Kempis 170 pp. paperback In his famous spiritual classic, The Imitation of Christ, Thomas à Kempis reminds the reader that in order to become a follower of Christ one must imitate His life, and to accomplish this he adds: “Let it then be our main concern to meditate on the life of Jesus Christ. It is impossible to imitate Christ without first knowing Him, and the best way of getting to know Him is by meditating on His life as it is described in the four Gospels.” Thus, in this wonderful meditation book, perfect for Lent or any time of the year, the great spiritual writer and monk presents profound, short reflections on Gospel passages about the passion and death of Christ. Each chapter, focusing on a specific aspect of the Passion of Our Lord, give a prayer, a meditation and spiritual advice, and closes with another short prayer. Very much in the same style as his The Imitation of Christ, this book covers the entire Passion and makes great spiritual reading for anyone. $17.95 What Jesus Saw from the Cross by A.G. Sertillanges 252 pp. paperback Never has there been spiritual reading as powerful as this book, one that will intensify your love of Jesus by burning the events of His Passion into your memory and imagination. Written in the early 20th century by Rev. A. G. Sertillanges, a priest who lived in Jerusalem, this acclaimed devotional classic gives you vivid and dramatic details not included in the Gospel. $2.95 The Way of the Cross According to the Method of St. Alphonsus Liguori 36 pp. paperback Easily the most popular and best-loved Way of the Cross ever. Traditional, edifying pictures. The Stabat Mater in Latin and in English. Stations of the Cross crucifixes Information on the Stations or Way of the Cross $2.95 The Way of the Cross According to the Method of St. Francis of Assisi 36 pp. paperback We consider this the best Way of the Cross we have ever seen. Traditional, edifying pictures. The Stabat Mater is given in Latin and English. Stations of the Cross crucifixes Information on the Stations or Way of the Cross $15.95 The Golden Arrow 233 pp. paperback The Life and Revelations of Sister Mary of St. Peter (1816-1848) on Devotion to the Holy Face of Jesus. At Tours, France, she received this devotion from Our Lord to fight Communism, to make reparation and to be an unfailing tool of prayer. Approved worldwide. Holy Face medals Holy Face badge Holy Face chaplet $15.95 Baltimore Catechism #3 by Fr. Connell 352 pp. paperback This comprehensive catechism contains the constant, authentic doctrine and moral teaching of the Catholic Faith. It is not only excellent for adults and children, but is also perfect for religious programs and anyone desiring information about the Church. More than 500 clear and concise questions and answers are included. This catechism is superior to any other catechism because developed explanations and Sacred Scripture are used extensively to amplify the answers, and each chapter concludes with study helps, exercises and a summary essay for teachers and students. This reprint is identical to the 1949 edition published by Benzinger Brothers except for the addition of an excellent section of essential Catholic prayers and twenty-two beautiful engravings with explanations. In short, it is the finest catechism ever printed. $13.95 The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection 240 pp. paperback Beautifully presents the simple and necessary way to God that every soul can practice. General Introduction, Spiritual Maxims, Letters, Conversations, Sketches, Photos and Select Bibliography. $9.95 The Four Last Things - Death, Judgment, Hell, Heaven Fr. Martin Von Cochem 223 pp. paperback It has ever been the practice of the Catholic Church to recommend to her spiritual children the meditation on man’s “four last things - death, judgment, heaven and hell.” Keeping these sobering aspects of human destiny ever before our eyes, we will be that much less likely to fall into mortal sin and be lost eternally. Gives many facts we should meditate on as we contemplate death. This book has converted numerous Protestants in our day because of its cogent reasons for rectifying our lives. $16.95 Spiritual Combat - How to Win Your Spiritual Battles and Attain Inner Peace by Lorenzo Scupoli 240 pp. paperback St. Francis de Sales carried a copy of this book in his pocket for 18 years! Its wisdom formed his soul; it inspired him to a life of the deepest devotion, and ultimately it helped him become one of the Church’s greatest saints. We no longer often hear of the Christian life spoken of as a “battle,” but there is no better way to describe the tug-of-war for your soul that’s raging right now between the forces of light and darkness. Saints and sinners alike have loved this book ever since it was written four hundred years ago. Why? Because it offers sensible advice to help you overcome spiritual obstacles and achieve spiritual perfection. Lorenzo Scupoli was a disciple of St. Andrew Avellino, the great preacher and spiritual director. His classic Spiritual Combat was first published in Venice in 1589. “Spiritual Combat is probably one of the greatest books ever written. I can understand why St. Francis de Sales carried it in his pocket for 18 years. I’ve already read it twice. This book has put all I’m going through into perspective. I now have a peace, greater than I had before, because of this book. Thank you so much for having it on your web site.” – Ron, Maryland, USA $8.95 My Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis 474 pp. paperback Sample Illustrations:   1   2   3   4   5 At last we are able to offer this beautifully illustrated classic that has been the most popular spiritual book, second only to Sacred Scripture. It presents the fundamental principles of the spiritual life. The Christian soul is invited to follow Christ Who is the Way, the Truth and the Life. $13.95 Suffering - The Catholic Answer by Dom Hubert van Zeller 144 pp. paperback You can understand the mystery of suffering only by means of the Passion of Christ. In this book, the author explores the fourteen Stations of the Cross, plumbing the inner meanings of each in order to reveal why there has to be pain, and what you should do (and should not do) about it. In his explorations of the Stations, van Zeller finds a great deal to help you in dark times. He reminds you that suffering, properly understood, cannot and should not extinguish happiness, and shows you how to accept your crosses with love. He reveals how you can learn from Christ Himself to turn your failures into victories, and to alleviate others’ suffering by imitating the Blessed Virgin Mary’s compassion. Above all, the author shows you that suffering has a purpose, and he uses Christ’s Passion to sharpen your vision of life’s meaning. With help from this perceptive book, you’ll learn how not to grow disheartened or to give in to discouragement but to see your crosses for what they are and to bear them with perseverance. Information about Lent All Catholic books E-mail this page to a friend Home  |  Testimonials  |  About Sisters of Carmel  |  Contact Us  |