A Retreat for Lay PeopleSpiritual Guidance for Christian LivingFr. Ronald KnoxA Retreat for Lay People brings together a collection of Ronald Knox’s conferences preached over a period of fifteen years.RLP-P . . . 300 pp, Softcover, $16.95

Abandonment to Divine ProvidenceJean-Pierre de Caussade, S.JThis special volume of the famous spiritual treatise includes the many insightful letters of Father de Caussade on the practice of self-abandonment. ADP-P . . . 460 pp, Softcover, $19.95

Extreme MakeoverWomen Transformed by Christ, Not Conformed to the CultureTeresa TomeoPopular radio host Teresa Tomeo knows from experience that the self-image of American women is being distorted by pop culture. With the help of this book, women can shed the toxic messages that objectify and enslave them and embrace the truth about being a beloved daughter of God.EM-H . . . 211 pp, Hardcover, $21.95 Fire of LoveA Historical Novel About Saint John Of The CrossJose Luis OlaizolaRichly drawn against the backdrop of Spain’s Golden Age, the novel follows the joys and hardships experienced by the family of young Juan de Yepes Alvarez. His attraction to doing good for others, his call to the priesthood and his entrance into the Carmelites all unfold with captivating style.LSJC-P . . . 217 pp, Softcover, $16.95

Happiness, God and ManChristoph Cardinal SchoenbornCardinal Schonborn talks about man’s happiness, small and great, about hap-piness as it is supposed to be and as it is discovered.HGM-P . . . 189 pp, Softcover, $16.95

Heart of the Christian LifeThoughts on the Holy MassPope Benedict XVIThis volume brings together substan-tive texts of the Holy Father on the many aspects and dimensions of the Mass and the Mystery of the Eucharist, a rich source for every Christian and a spur to reflection and personal prayer.HCL-H . . . 120 pp, Hardcover, $14.95

Ida ElisabethA NovelSigrid UndsetUndset’s descriptions of the Norwegian people and countryside coupled with her profound understanding of the human heart won her worldwide literary acclaim. Both are powerfully displayed in this mov-ing story about fidelity and mercyIE-P . . . 435 pp, Softcover, $19.95

Into Your Hands, FatherAbandoning Ourselves to the God Who Loves UsFr. Wilfrid StinissenIn the spiritual life, we need a central idea: something so basic and comprehen-sive that it encompasses everything else. According to Carmelite Father Wilfrid Stinissen, surrender to God, abandonment to the One who loves us completely, is that central reality.IYH-P . . . 105 pp, Softcover, $11.95

ManaliveA Novel by G.K. ChestertonG.K. ChestertonChesterton tells the rollicking tale of In-nocent Smith, a man who may be crazy-or possibly the most sane man of all. He dem-onstrates why life is worth living, and that sometimes we need a little madness just to know we are alive. MA-P . . . 200 pp, Softcover, $14.95

Mother Teresa of CalcuttaA Personal PortraitLeo MaasburgFr. Maasburg presents fifty amazing stories about Mother Teresa that most people have never heard, wonderful and delightful sto-ries about miracles, small and great, that he was privileged to experience at her side.MOTHT-H . . . 240 pp, Hardcover, $22.95

Padre Pio Under InvestigationThe Secret Vatican FilesFrancesco CastelliBishop Raffaello Carlo Rossi, future cardi-nal and the Apostolic Visitor is sent by the Holy Office to investigate secretly Padre Pio. The documents in this book reveal every aspect of Padre Pio’s life from his amazing supernatural gifts to his healthPPUI-P . . . 339 pp, Softcover, $17.95

Poor Banished ChildrenA NovelFiorella de MariaPoor Banished Children is the tale of one woman’s relentless search for freedom and redemption. The historical novel raises challenging questions about the nature of courage, free will, and ultimately salvation. PBC-H . . . 299 pp, Hardcover, $19.95

Ten Universal PrinciplesA Brief Philosophy of the Life IssuesFr. Robert J. SpitzerIn Ten Universal Principles, Fr. Spitzer sets out, in a brief, yet highly-readable and lucid style, ten basic principles that must govern the reasonable person’s thinking and acting about life issues.TUP-P . . . 160 pp, Softcover, $16.95 The 10 Habits of Happy MothersReclaiming Our Passion, Purpose, and SanityMeg MeekerMeeker puts her twenty-five years’ ex-perience as a practicing pediatrician and counselor into a sound, sane approach to reshaping the frustrating, exhausting lives of so many moms. THM-H . . . 240 pp, Hardcover, $25.00

The Appalling Strangeness of the Mercy of GodThe Story of Ruth Pakaluk, Convert, Mother and Pro-Life ActivistRuth V.K. PakalukRuth’s inspiring story is told primarily through her humorous, sparkling and insightful letters. A biographical overview by her husband fills in important details about her life. ASMG-P . . . 290 pp, Softcover, $16.95

Archbishop Fulton SheenServant of AllThis special double DVD film package in-cludes an acclaimed new film on the great Archbishop Fulton Sheen, Servant of All, along with five of his most popular televi-sion programs from his #1 rated TV series, Life is Worth Living.j SOA-M . . . 2 Discs, 200 min., $24.95

BakhitaFrom Slave to SaintThe incredible, moving, triumphant story of a Sudanese woman kidnapped by sla-vers as a young girl, beaten, abused, and sold as property. Bakhita grows closer to God with the help of a kind village priest, embraces the Catholic faith and eventually becomes a Canossian nun. She was canon-ized by Pope John Paul II in 2000. In Italian

with English or Spanish subtitles. Includes a 16 page booklet.j BAK-M . . . 190 min., $24.95

Blessed Duns ScotusDefender of the Immaculate ConceptionThe inspiring true story of the holy Fran-ciscan priest and theologian who won a famous debate against the Dominicans in the 13th century in which he defended Our

Family Features and Documentaries

BOOKS For Adults The Desert FathersSaint Anthony and the Beginnings of MonasticismPeter H. GorgThis book takes the reader back to the hour when monasticism was born and describes the life of those revolutionary Christians who sought God in the Egyptian desert. DFABM-P . . . 145 pp, Softcover, $16.95

The Eternal WomanThe Timeless Meaning of the FeminineGertrud von le FortAgainst the battlefield of ideologies which swept away millions of lives in war and genocide during the past Century, Von le Fort countered the modern assault on the feminine not with polemics but with perhaps the most beautiful meditation on womanhood ever written.EW-P . . . 128pp, Softcover, $11.95

The Father’s TaleA NovelMichael O’BrienCanadian bookseller Alex Graham is a middle-age widower whose quiet life is turned upside down when his college-age son disappears without any explanation or trace of where he has gone. With minimal resources, the father begins a long journey that takes him for the first time away from

his safe and orderly worldFT-H . . . 1076 pp, Hardcover, $29.95

The Song of the ScaffoldA NovelGertrud von le FortSet during the French Revolution, this classic novella is based on the true story of the Carmelite nuns of Compiègne, who of-fered their lives for the preservation of the Church in France. SOSC-P . . . 120 pp, Softcover, $11.95

The World of Saint PaulJoseph CallewaertJoseph Callewaert’s engaging work on St. Paul reads like a novel. With inviting, even dramatic, prose, it recounts the story of the great Apostle to the Nations.WSP-P . . . 212 pp, Softcover, $16.95

Toward the GleamA NovelT. M. DoranOn a hike in the English countryside, Professor John Hill takes refuge from a violent storm in a cave. There he nearly loses his life, but he also makes an aston-ishing discovery—an ancient manuscript. Hill cannot identify the language used in the manuscript and the time period in which it was made, but he knows enough

to make an educated guess—that the book and its case are the fruits of a long-lost, but advanced civilization...TOGL-H . . . 467 pp, Hardcover, $24.95

What To Do When Jesus Is HungryA Practical Guide to the Works of MercyFr. Andrew ApostoliIn this down-to-earth yet inspiring guide, Father Andrew Apostoli, C.F.R., explains the Corporal Works of Mercy and illus-trates multiple ways we can do them in our modern everyday life. WDJ-P . . . 170 pp, Softcover, $14.95

What We Can’t Not KnowA GuideJ BudziszewskiWhat We Can’t Not Know explains the ratio-nal foundation of what we all really know to be right and wrong and shows how that foundation has been kicked out from under western society.WWCNK-P . . . 300 pp, Softcover, $17.95

Why Catholics are RightMichael CorenCatholic Michael Coren examines four main aspects of Catholicism as they are encountered, understood, and more im-portantly, misunderstood, today.WCRI-H . . . 240 pp, Hardcover, $26.95

YOUCAT (Youth Catechism of the Catholic Church)Christoph Cardinal SchoenbornDeveloped with the help of young Catholics and written for high-school age people and young adults, YOUCAT is an accessible, contemporary expression of the Catholic Faith. The appealing graphic format includes Questions-and-Answers, highly-readable commentary, summary definitions of key terms, Bible citations and inspiring and thought-provoking quotes from Saints and others in the margins. YOUCAT-P . . . 330 pp, Softcover, $19.95

For Teens, Young (and old) Adults

“Study this Catechism! That is my heartfelt desire, I beg you – study this Catechism with passion and perseverance.”

—Pope Benedict XVI, from the foreword of YOUCAT

BOOKS For Tots, Teens and Tweens

24 Christmas Stories to Welcome JesusThe joy and hope of Christmas are at the heart of this book intended for the whole family. Ages 6 & UpM:CSWJ-H . . . 79 pp, Hardcover, $14.99

A Pop-Up Advent CalendarMaite RocheThis brightly illustrated Advent calendar changes day by day into a multi-dimen-sional Nativity scene. A small booklet accompanies the calendar, providing the family with instructions, Scripture quotes, meditations and prayers. Ages 3 & UpM:PAC-P . . . 47 pp, Softcover, $10.99

Communion of Saints: Coloring BookKatherine SotnikBeautiful line drawings based on paint-ings by great masters grace every page. The holy men and women are organized chronologically, beginning with the princi-pal characters in the life of Christ.CB:CS-P . . . 72 pp, Softcover, $4.95 Pictures from the Gospels, Volume 2: Coloring BookJean-Francois KiefferMore simple but inviting line drawings about the life of Jesus by Jean-François Kieffer. M:PG2-P . . . 32 pp, Softcover, $3.99

My First Pictures of ChristmasMaite RocheWith sweet, four-color pictures, this board book with rounded corners introduces toddlers to the story of Christmas. Ages 2 & UpM:FPC-H . . . 14pp, Hardcover, $6.99 My First Pictures of MaryMaite RocheThis charming board book with rounded

corners introduces toddlers to their Blessed Mother Mary with sweet, four-color pictures. Ages 2 & UpM:MFPM-H . . . 14 pp, Hardcover, $6.99

Francis: The Poor Man of AssisiJuliette LevivierWith vivid, four-color pictures on every page, this addition to The Life of a Saint se-ries shows Francis becoming a brother and friend to all - lepers, the poor, and animals too. Ages 5 & UpM:FPMA-H . . . 32 pp, Hardcover, $14.99

Friendship with JesusAmy WelbornIn this beautifully illustrated book Amy Welborn introduces Pope Benedict’s profound yet simple answers to various questions put to him by children in Rome who had recently made their First Holy Communion. FWJ-H . . . 32pp, Hardcover, $14.95

Jesus in the MangerMaite RocheJesus in the Manger tells the story of Christ’s birth to very young children.Ages 2 & UpM:JIM-H . . . 15 pp, Hardcover, $8.99

Saint Clothilde Blandine Male, Helene Fabe-HenrietThanks to the prayers and good example of his young wife, Clothilde, the fierce barbarian Clovis experienced a miraculous conversion on the field of battle and be-came a Christian in 496, forever changing the destiny of France. Ages 6 & UpCLOT-P . . . 105 pp, Softcover, $9.95

Stairstep Farm: Anna Rosa’s StoryAnne PellowskyBased on the author’s own experiences,

this story is the third of three books which vividly describe memorable people and events of the Pellowski family and its Latsch Valley descendents. Ages 8 & UpSTAFA-P . . . 185 pp, Softcover, $12.95

The Adventures of Loupio, Volume 2The Hunters and Other StoriesJean-Francois KiefferThe youthful and colorful comic- book style presents to young readers an attrac-tive example of a boy their age doing his best to follow Jesus. Ages 6 & UpM:AL2-P . . . 32 pp, Softcover, $9.99

The Catholic Bible for Children From the creation of the world to the in-fancy of the Church, the important stories from both the Old and New Testament are vividly retold and illustrated for young people. Ages 6 & UpM:CBS-P . . . 238 pp, Softcover, $14.99

The Illustrated Acts of the Apostles for ChildrenJean-Francois Kieffer, Christine PonsardThe adventures of the apostles are told for young readers with vibrant and expressive four-color, comic-book style illustrations.Ages 6 & UpM:AAC-H . . . 45 pp, Hardcover, $14.99

Treegate’s RaidersLeonard WibberleyFor the sake of bringing the long-drawn-out American War for Independence to a close, Peter Treegate endeavors to do the impossible. Authentic action and suspense-ful story-telling carry this fourth title in the Treegate Series to a satisfying resolve.Ages 14 & UpTREGA-P . . . 167 pp, Softcover, $12.95

MUSIC For AllO Holy NightJackie EvanchoJackie Evancho is the 10-year-old Catholic soprano prodigy whose performances on “America’s Got Talent” won the hearts of millions. This new CD/DVD set features Christmas favorites.OHOLY-D . . . CD/DVD, $11.95

Dream With MeJackie EvanchoDream with Me features a repertoire of clas-sical arias and popular classics handpicked to suit Jackie’s angelic voice. 14 songs in totalDWM-D . . . CD, $14.95

Joy to the WorldFaith HillThe first holiday album from super-star Faith Hill features beautiful versions of ten traditional and modern classics. Complete with horns, strings, woodwinds, percus-sion and chorales.JW-D . . . CD, $18.95

The GiftSusan BoyleSusan Boyle stunned the world with her burst onto the scene on Britain’s Got Tal-ent and her record-breaking first album. Her new Christmas album with 10 songs, including traditional hymns and some of

Susan’s personal favorites, is sure to be another best-seller.GIFT-D . . . CD, $15.95

What Wondrous LoveMarian GraceMarian Grace presents another soul stir-ring new collection of 12 very beautiful famous hymns and prayers that soar with angelic vocals, uniquely crafted piano and string arrangements, and stunning overall production. WWL-D . . . CD, $14.95

Jesus: He Lived Among UsHe Lived Among UsFrom The Voice of the Martyrs comes the dramatic animated retelling of the life of Jesus Christ as seen through the eyes of the last surviving apostle, John.j JLAU-M . . . 90 min., $14.95

Littlest AngelWhen a mischievous little boy enters heaven, he finds a new world of wonder. j LA-M . . . 77 min., $12.95

Little ShepherdThe timeless story of Christmas with the poignant messages of kindness, hope and love.j LSHEP-M . . . 25 min., $12.95

Lady’s great privilege of her Immaculate Conception, laying the groundwork for the Church to later define that as a dogma of the Catholic faith. In Italian with English or Spanish subtitles.j BDS-M . . . 85 min., $19.95

God’s DoorkeeperSt. Andre of MontrealGod’s Doorkeeper looks at the heart and legacy of Brother André -as a man of prayer, of hospitality, and of compassion; a man who draws people in to experience a God who is love.j GDO-M . . . 60 min., $19.95

LourdesA Story of Faith, Science and MiraclesThis intriguing film traces the stories of three lives: an atheist, a non-Christian and Saint Bernadette. A difficult pregnancy, suggested abortion, and an old family manuscript are woven into this modern-day tale. In Italian with English or Spanish subtitles. Includes a 16 page booklet.j LOU-M . . . 200 min., $24.95

Nine Days That Changed the WorldPope John Paul II’s historic nine-day pil-grimage to Poland in June of 1979 created a revolution of conscience that transformed Poland and fundamentally reshaped the spiritual and political landscape of the 20th Century.j NDCW-M . . . 90 min., $19.95

No Greater LoveA Unique Portrait of the Carmelite NunsA highly acclaimed, multiple award-win-ning documentary, No Greater Love gives a unique insight into the closed world of these nuns where the modern world’s materialism is rejected.j NOGL-M . . . 100 min., $19.95

Of Gods and MenBased on a true story, Of Gods and Men tells of eight French Trappist monks who live in harmony with their Muslim brothers in a monastery perched in the mountains of North Africa. When a crew of foreign workers is massacred by Islamic terrorists, fear sweeps though the region. Should the monks leave their home and the people they serve? Parental discretion suggested: brief graphic violence and a single obscene expression. j OGM-M* . . . 123 min., $29.95*This DVD is only available for purchase exclusively from Ignatius Press. It does not come shrink-wrapped.Also available as a BluRay/DVD Combo: OGM-B . . . $45.95

Saint Philip NeriI Prefer HeavenThis captivating film highlights Neri’s great love for youth, his warm sense of humor, contagious joy, deep mystical spiri-tuality, and his amazing gift for miracles. In Italian with English or Spanish subtitles. Includes a 16 page bookletj SPNE-M . . . 190 min., $24.95

The Early ChristiansThe Incredible Odyssey of Early ChristianityThis in-depth new film series produced in Europe explores this amazing story of the witness of the early Christians and the spread of Christianity. j ECH-M . . . 2 Discs, 270 min., $29.95

The Holy FaceThe Face of Christ in the Cloth of ManoppelloTwo inspiring new documentary films on one DVD, The Holy Face and The Human Face of God, that tell about the discovery of the amazing relic of the Holy Face on a cloth revered in a Church in Manoppello, Italy.j HFA-M . . . 55 min., $19.95

The NunThe Story of a Carmelite VocationThis is an award-winning documentary that tells the beautiful story of Marta, a young Catholic woman in Sweden and her counter-cultural choice to follow a calling to become a cloistered Carmelite nun. Swedish with English subtitles.j NUN-M . . . 60 min., $19.95

The Shroud of Turin 3 Film Collector’s EditionThis is the definitive collection of three stunning films on the Shroud of Turin that spans 32 years of award-winning filmmak-ing on the Shroud by acclaimed British film producer & director David Rolfe.j SHROUD-M . . . 160 min., $29.95

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