-Titulo Original : The Truth about Hell: Through the Wisdom of Jesus, Mary, and the Magisterium-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: Religious leaders do not teach about Hell to scare people to come to Church, though the fear of Hell often leads souls to turn back to God. Hell is the result of mankind’s free will, not God’s malice. French novelist Leon Bloy said: “The only real sadness, the only real failure, the only great tragedy in life, is not to become a saint.” Since only saints are in Heaven, the greatest tragedy, then, is to go to Hell. In these gripping pages, Dan Burke and Patrick O’Hearn present the most common reasons souls go to Hell (you will be shocked!) and how to change your life to ensure that you’re striving for Heaven. At the moment of death, you will experience a particular judgment by God and be sent to either Heaven, Purgatory, or Hell. Your mission in this life, therefore, is to pray, live, and help others to receive the mercy and salvation that God is offering so that you may attain eternity with Him in Paradise. Your soul will be stirred as you discover: Twelve things Jesus said about Hell, and other Bible passages about this tormenting place How the evil one tempts souls to doubt the existence of Hell and the possibility of damnation The Church’s teachings on Hell, and the understanding of several Doctors of the Church about it Mystical experiences of the saints regarding Hell, and revelations in Marian apparitions Five ways to turn away from Satan and open your heart to God’s mercy Prayers, spiritual resources, and thought-provoking reflection questions for personal or group use Jesus has prepared a place in His Father’s house for His true sons and daughters, but He forces no one to come. Instead, many have and will continue to choose Satan’s horror house, a place of never-ending torture, pain, remorse, and anguish from being separated from God for eternity - a place that can be our final destination if we do not repent and embrace the love and redemption offered by our Savior. Let these pages convict you in your commitment to follow Jesus in this life so that you can spend eternity with Him in the next...

-Titulo Original : Weird Catholic Handbook-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: Dive into the fascinating and overlooked aspects of the Catholic faith with Weird Catholic Handbook by Michael Lichens. This book takes you on a Chestertonian romp through the peculiar and intriguing elements of Catholic history, offering a refreshing perspective on the faith that combines humor, curiosity, and profound insights. Lichens invites you to discover the bizarre and extraordinary stories that have shaped Catholicism. From saints who faced mythical monsters to the eerie beauty of bone chapels, this book uncovers the spiritual and historical significance behind these oddities. With a blend of scholarly research and engaging storytelling, Lichens brings to life the unique relics, ghostly encounters, and unusual miracles that have been part of the Churchs rich tapestry. In this book, you will discover: Saints and Monsters: Learn how saints like St. Michael and St. Columba battled dragons and sea monsters, challenging our modern perceptions of sanctity and heroism. Memento Mori: Explore the spiritual insights behind ossuaries and bone churches, and understand the history and purpose of unique relics such as the Incorruptibles and bejeweled skeletons. Spiritual Warfare: Delve into the ghost stories and exorcisms that have marked Catholic history, and discover how saints like St. Gregory and St. Thomas Aquinas dealt with purgatorial souls. Unusual Miracles: Uncover the strange and miraculous events that have occurred throughout Church history, from stigmata and levitation to bilocation and prophetic visions. Weird Catholic Handbook is not just a collection of odd stories; it is an invitation to see the profound truths and spiritual lessons embedded in the peculiar. Each chapter sheds light on how these unusual elements of faith have inspired devotion, art, and a deeper understanding of the divine. Whether youre a devout Catholic, a curious skeptic, or someone who loves a good story, this book offers something for everyone. Discover how the oddities of the past can inspire and enrich your faith today...

-Titulo Original : Christmas in Heaven-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: In charming rhyming verse, Christmas in Heaven tells the poignant story of a little boy who is sad because his grandmother has passed away. It is Christmastime, and the boy asks his grandfather where his grandmother might be. The grandfather responds by telling the boy his fondest hope-that his grandmother is in Heaven. The boy closes his eyes as his grandfather describes that Christmas is Jesus’ birthday and that a great, festive party is taking place in Heaven. It’s a scene filled with angels and saints, music and laughter, joy and love, and most of all, abundant life! This beautiful little book will give children an unforgettable vision of Heaven while strengthening in them the theological virtue of hope - a hope that will assist them throughout their lives in dealing with fear, grief, pain, and suffering. It will also introduce them to the incredible world of the saints. Indeed, the most beloved saints and angels make appearances in Christmas in Heaven, all doing the things they’re best known for: St. Honore, patron saint of bakers, is making Jesus’ birthday cake St. Cecilia, patron saint of music, is leading the choir St. Lucy, patron saint of the blind, is lighting the Christmas tree St. Gabriel is blowing his horn St. Nicholas is leaving presents under the tree St. Therese is giving out flowers St. Francis is surrounded by little animals St. Patrick is handing out shamrocks The book includes a helpful two-page glossary with short descriptions of each saint depicted. Christmas in Heaven combines a delightful teaching on the saints with a sweet story of a boy who, through the eyes of faith, gets to see his grandmother again in Heaven. It is sure to tug at the heartstrings of readers young and old, bringing yuletide joy to all...

-Titulo Original : Flee From Heresy A Catholic Guide To Ancient And Modern Errors-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: Society is lost and confused about God, morality, and eternity. Catholics face persecution, from outside and inside the Church, for living their Faith. Priests speak out against errors and corruption in their own hierarchy, only to be marginalized and punished by their superiors. The few bishops who remain faithful to the changeless teaching of Christ are rebuked and “canceled,” even by the pope himself, and sent into exile. Catholics longing for reverent worship are forced out of their parishes and into makeshift venues. This is a description of the Catholic Church in the fourth century. With similar patterns recurring in our time, one Catholic bishop is calling out to souls: “Know the errors and embrace the truth!” In Flee from Heresy, Bishop Athanasius Schneider - raised among persecuted Catholics in the Soviet Union - offers a systematic treatment of more than 130 doctrinal errors, from ancient times down to our own day, along with English translations of the Church’s major anti-heresy documents of the past two centuries. In this fascinating expose, you will discover the ideological roots of our own unsteady times and be better equipped to “test all things; hold fast what is good” (1 Thess. 5:21). You will learn: What heresy is - and what it is not A sweeping history of heresies across the centuries How heresy destroys charity and the spiritual life Why God allows heresy to afflict His holy Church Names and categories of more than 130 doctrinal errors The nefarious heresy of the anti-Christ and the anti-Mary How heresy relates to schism, apostasy, and excommunication Why the Virgin Mary is invoked as “Destroyer of Heresies” Combining theological precision, superb historical insight, and concrete principles for action today, Flee from Heresy is a timely and trustworthy guide to errors old and new...

-Titulo Original : Litanies Of The Heart-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: Dr. Gerry Crete takes you on a journey to encounter all the parts of your inner world and allow them to be seen, heard, known, and loved. As you get to know these parts, youll discover your inmost self, your spiritual center, and learn how to love yourself in a healthy and enriching way. Youll learn that with Gods grace, the inmost self can help relieve us of our burdens of shame, fear, and self-hatred. You will join with St. Paul as he says, I delight in the law of God, in my inmost self. When your inmost self and your parts work together in freedom and love, you experience inner harmony. The first step is to hear the cries of our parts, understand their pain, and hear their stories. The litanies and meditations in this book are designed to help you connect with your parts and experience connection with God in a way that is both safe and intimate. This book is filled with litanies, the voices of our inner parts - sometimes protective, and closed off, and at other times wounded, and fearful -- as they cry out to God for help. Dr. Cretes lifes work has been to help people recover from the difficult and painful experiences of the past. He has focused on how we relieve anxiety and live more fulfilling lives and enjoy more meaningful relationships. In this book Dr. Crete offers you his knowledge, insights, and experience in the hopes that you will experience not only relief from anxiety but inner harmony, greater life fulfillment, and a deeper more intimate relationship with God. If you have experienced severe trauma: sexual abuse, military trauma, torture, the loss of a loved one, spiritual abuse, verbal humiliation, neglect, or emotional abandonment, then this book may provide a way to begin the healing process and grow in resilience...

-Titulo Original : When God Is Silent-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: When God Is Silent shows you how to trust God even when He seems unresponsive and remote - even when, as in the famous incident in the Gospels, He seems to sleep while you are buffeted by the storms of life. Author Luis Martinez quotes that beautiful line from the Song of Songs I sleep, but my heart is awake, and confirms that with Jesus this is indeed the case: His love for you never sleeps, no matter what. Martinez shows how you can make better sense of your life once you realize that God has actually been closest to you when He seemed farthest away; and once you learn why He often speaks to you only in silence. Best of all, Martinez teaches you the secret of true happiness, which you can achieve even amid the troubles that are inescapable elements of every human life. With sober realism and simple faith, this book will show you how to discover and then to take refuge in the comfort our Lord offers you, even when He seems to sleep. Learn to get through the times when God seems distant, as you discover: -Silence: why its essential for all real growth in the spiritual life -Why Jesus must seem to sleep in order to refine your love and purify your soul -Jesus thirty hidden years : the important lessons they hold for your life today -Why worry? Two common reasons why people do worry and remedies for each -A simple, effective, and gentle procedure for becoming holy in your daily life -Prudence: why it s one of the most difficult and most important virtues that you must acquire while Jesus sleeps -The three paths to spiritual peace: are you taking them? Do you know what they are? -Two times that Jesus grieved and what He meant to teach you in each -Three surprising things that promote your spiritual welfare if you know how to use them -How the presence of Jesus in your life can transform your experience of suffering -The medicine of the spiritual life: why it must often be bitter -And much more that will help you endure the storms of your life with confidence that even as Jesus sleeps, He cares for you...

-Titulo Original : The World Of Marian Apparitions Marys Appearances And Messages From Fatima To Today-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: The world-changing appearance of Our Lady at Fatima ushered in a continuing series of remarkable apparitions worldwide that the Church has either officially approved or marked as likely-authentic. Author and Mariologist Wincenty Laszewski summarizes the powerful and urgent messages of these apparitions in this unparalleled, encyclopedic work-instantly the new standard on the subject. Most of these riveting chapters include portentous warnings - some are ominous, others more hopeful. This stunning book serves as a wake-up call to the faithful and is a worldwide clarion call to deeper prayer and conversion. It includes: Over 400 pages describing the fully documented miracles and visions Fascinating accounts by eyewitnesses, including non-believers 50 maps of locations and pilgrimage sites Photos and illustrations: documents, events, and faces of the visionaries The finest works of art and reproductions of Our Lady Each message and appearance is analyzed and quoted precisely. Their sheer abundance is enough to absorb believing Catholics-and many a skeptic-from all walks of life and reading habits. A partial listing of those described includes: Fatima, Portugal, 1917: The Message of Fatima Basel, Switzerland, 1917: Mystical Wounds Fatima, Portugal, 1921: Mother of Obedience Pontevedra, Spain, 1925: Contemplative Mother of God Banneux, Belgium, 1933: Virgin of the Poor Heede, Germany, 1937: Queen of the Poor Souls in Purgatory Siekierki, Poland, 1943: Holy Mother Teacher of Youth Tre Fontane, Italy, 1947: Virgin of Revelation Warsaw, Poland, 1948: Dispenser of Divine Omnipotence Ngome, Africa, 1955: Mary, Tabernacle of the Most High Rome City, USA, 1956-9: Most Holy Mary, Lady of America Zeitoun, Egypt, 1968: Silent Lady Akita, Japan, 1973: Apocalyptic Madonna Deir el-Ahmar, Lebanon, 1976: Virgin Mary of the Maronites Asdee, Ireland, 1985: Madonnas in Motion Hruszew, Ukraine, 1987: Madonna of Kie...

-Titulo Original : Persecuted From Within-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: Many Catholics have either left the Church or been scandalized by the errors or immorality rampant in her clergy. We’ve watched aghast as faithful Catholics have been restricted or punished without just cause, while those who confuse, contradict, or undermine the Faith are elevated. In this bold and urgent book, the authors notice an apparent absurdity: those most disciplined by the Church at this time are often least deserving of correction. This protracted state of confusion and injustice, plain for all to see, has shaken the faith of millions. Far from being just another diatribe, these absorbing pages provide a deeply illuminating historical perspective, revealing how this chaotic period in the Church is hardly unprecedented - or unpredicted. Instead, it represents a recurring feature of life in the Church throughout her history and is even a part of the divine plan. With this context, you will be able to make sense of and discover solutions to our present suffering. You will learn: When to obey - and when to disobey - a priest or bishop; how several saints were purified and sanctified by unholy superiors What not to do when responding to the crisis of persecution in the Church How Christ both predicted and prefigured the sufferings of His Church at the hands of wicked prelates Practical ways you can respond and share the truth Achievable means to embolden your faith and remain obedient while correcting error How to talk to non-Catholics about the pandemic of filth and error in the Church You will see how eleven of the greatest Catholics in history - canonized saints all - suffered from undeserved persecution by their superiors and even betrayal by clergy and how this suffering was part of their sanctification, serving as a heroic model for us today. You will contemplate the valor and wisdom of priests from the earliest days of the Church; of laypeople from St. Joan of Arc to St. Thomas More; of religious, such as Sts. Teresa of Ávila, John of the Cross, and Alphonsus Liguori; and of modern-day giants, including St. Padre Pio and Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. As you travel with these remarkable characters across twenty centuries and four continents, you will see the wisdom of the divine plan and be encouraged to defend the Church through this present hour of darkness. Additionally, you will find thorough and orthodox explanations of doctrine concerning Church authority, fraternal correction, and the virtue of obedience, as well as a practical plan to redeem our current shameful chapter in Church history. This book stands as a valuable and heartening resource for pastors, catechists, and those who seek to “counsel the doubtful” and “comfort the afflicted....

-Titulo Original : The Fruit Of Her Womb 33-day Preparation For Total Consecration To Jesus Through Mary-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: St. Louis de Montfort inspired a spiritual revolution in teaching us about Marian consecration and giving us a thirty-three-day plan to prepare our souls for that big step in our relationship with Jesus. In these pages, Fr. Boniface Hicks guides you through this “retreat” to help you gain a deeper trust in and childlike dependence on our loving God. “What this consecration teaches us is that we have a sweet, loving, perfect Mother who actually wants to live in this intense relationship with us,” Fr. Boniface reflects. “And so, if we accept Mary’s invitation to this relationship, we will find all the healing and happiness we have always longed for.” You’ll spend the first twelve days emptying yourself of the spirit of the world, followed by a week focused on self-knowledge. You’ll then spend a week dedicated to knowledge of Mary before concluding the final week, centered on knowledge of Jesus. Only ten minutes per day will produce spiritual renewal and wholehearted trust in Jesus through Mary. These short, personal chapters will show you how to: Allow the Blessed Mother to cherish you as a baby in her womb and rejoice in your dignity as a child of God Grow in patience, humility, and love (Our Lady makes it simple!) Deepen your faith and live out your baptismal call to holiness Close “escape routes” in your relationship with God and live in the freedom of total surrender Take refuge and receive consolation in Mary’s protective care Realize that sufferings and difficulty point to the hope and final victory that await you Fr. Boniface provides practical tips on opening your heart to God’s grace and profoundly beautiful reflections that will lead your soul to intimate union with our Lord through our Lady. Each daily meditation includes a Scripture passage, related quotes from popes and saints, questions to guide you on your journey, and traditional prayers to prepare for Marian consecration. This book affirms what St. Louis teaches us: that Mary’s womb is the best place to be formed perfectly into saints and into Christ Himself. By contemplating Jesus through Mary, the first tabernacle of the Lord, your love of the Holy Eucharist will become more fervent, and your heart will be inflamed as you pray the Rosary and reflect on the mysteries of her Son...

-Titulo Original : Diary Of An American Exorcist Demons, Possession, And The Modern-day Battle Against Ancient Evil-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: Exorcist Msgr. Stephen Rossetti has a very active caseload of demonic possessions, and in each case two vivid lessons consistently emerge: demons possess or harass people in a myriad of ways (even when they do not enter a body), and they are defeated decisively by the power of Christ and His Church and especially by invocations to the Blessed Mother. In these pages, Msgr. Rossetti gives us an inside look at the intense experiences of an exorcist. He shares, without hype or varnish, what it is like, on a daily basis, to face demons who revile, threaten, and sometimes spiritually “wound” him. He describes the healing power of Christ for the possessed and for the exorcist, and reveals amazing moments when Christ and His Church visibly triumph over Satan. The reader is afforded a unique glimpse into the world of angels and demons, and the struggles of the possessed and those who minister to them. In this stunning, edifying, true diary of an American exorcist, you’ll learn: What demonic possession is, and is not The factors and preconditions of possession Common tactics of Satan and his typical lies How God protects exorcists The difference between strong and weak possessions The hierarchy of demons (not all are equal) What it’s like for an exorcist to face Lucifer himself Why demons choke people or at times focus on parts of the body Why God does indeed put Satan on a short leash Why humans can be attacked by demons, rare though it is How demons fear and hate one another too Why many devils can possess or infest one person How anger “feeds” demons How to cast out demons of fea...

-Titulo Original : Credo Compendium Of The Catholic Faith-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: The most up-to-date catechism in print! For the first time in over fifty years, a Catholic bishop has published his own comprehensive presentation of the Faith--what to believe, how to live, and how to pray as Christ taught. Sure to be a classic for generations to come, Credo: Compendium of the Catholic Faith offers a clear and readable summary of Catholicism as a whole, given in the pastoral style of the apostles. Using the simple and direct Question-Answer format so popular among instructors (and internet search engines), Bishop Athanasius Schneider shares a bold new articulation of timeless truths, while also engaging current issues with courage and kindness. After an Introduction outlining Christian identity and doctrine, Part I unpacks what Catholics believe, following the articles of the Apostles Creed. Part II explains the principles of right moral action, following the Commandments. Part III teaches on grace, the sacraments, prayer, and worship. Appendices include the five major Christian Creeds, and a stellar Index (plus unique headers and bleed tabs) makes navigating the book delightfully easy. Including treatments of several contemporary issues: social media use, personal technology, science and evolution, just war, death penalty, gender ideology, modesty, vaccines, health mandates, world religions, true prayer, faithful parenting, schooling, religious liberty, free speech, female clergy, Church scandal, infallibility, magisterium, error, pornography, sex education, Sunday work, right worship, Communism, Freemasonry, globalism, transhumanism, charismatic movement, marijuana, drug use, authentic renewal, and more...

-Titulo Original : Father Amorth My Battle Against Satan-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: Tall and balding with laughing eyes and a welcoming smile, Father Gabriele Amorth spent decades battling the Devil one-on-one, performing literally tens of thousands of exorcisms. When Father Amorth died in 2016, he was the worlds most famous exorcist, a legendary, miraculous chaser of demons. To the many he served, Father was a godsend, freeing them from years of demonic oppression; to others, he was just a crank an extremist priest who saw the Devil everywhere. Now, in these never-before-published interviews, Father Amorth takes you into his private world, giving you a harrowing vision of his daily battles with the Devil. Here you wont meet a wizard or a crazy man. Instead, youll encounter a solid Christian and a humble priest, one who jokes and takes life as God or the Devil! hands it to him. Not only will you learn from Father how he proceeds and why; youll discover the source of his profound faith and remarkable courage: strengths essential not only to exorcists, but to every person who would truly love and serve God. Indeed, with the help of these fascinating pages, you, too, can come to have the same strengths as Father Gabriele Amorth, the fearless exorcist who daily fought Satan . . . and won...

-Titulo Original : 30 Days To Your New Life A Guide To Transforming Yourself From Head To Soul-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: A timeless book for troubled times. Happiness. Everyone wants it, but not everyone has it--or knows how to get it. According to a recent Harris poll, only 1 in 3 Americans describes himself as happy. Researchers have dubbed this the most stressed of all generations, despite its economic prosperity and technological advances. Anthony DeStefano, bestselling author of A Travel Guide to Heaven and Ten Prayers God Always Says Yes To, addresses this problem head-on in his freshly rewritten book, 30 Days to Your New Life, by striving to bring the joy of Heaven down to Earth right now. Many self-help books explore the subject of happiness, but one important ingredient always seems to be missing: God. In this no-nonsense, refreshingly direct book, DeStefano bridges the gap between personal development programs and Christian/Catholic spirituality. The result is a wake-up call to readers; an outcome-based motivational guide to living life to its fullest--and holiest. DeStefanos practical, pull-no-punches, approach to popular theology has been described as Tony Robbins meets Thomas Aquinas. With candor and simplicity, DeStefano presents an easy-to-follow framework for attaining lifelong peace and fulfillment, as well as (more importantly) eternal happiness in Heaven. The path proposed by DeStefano encourages consistent, purposeful and prayerful action on the part of the reader, and offers genuine hope to everyone, from ambivalent agnostics to engaged evangelicals to the most fervent of Catholics. This is a book about getting results, about breaking out of self-delusion and taking small, practical steps to transform your life from head to soul. The author believes that as more and more people today struggle with depression and loneliness, self-help programs need to be less about self-help and more about Gods help. God, after all, is the Author of life. He knows what will make us happy--and what wont. DeStefano utilizes the best personal development tools available, but balances and corrects them with Bible-based, faith-filled, time-tested, sacramental, Catholic principles. No matter how terrible your circumstances may be or how many times youve failed to achieve your goals in the past, this book will work for you...

-Titulo Original : Everythings Coming Up Rosie 10 Things My Feisty Italian-american Mom Taught Me About Living A Godly Life-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: Ever notice that common sense isn’t so common anymore? Each time we check our news feeds or turn on the TV, it seems the world is getting wackier. Right is wrong, wrong is right, up is down, and the only thing that’s unacceptable is refusing to accept that anything and everything under the sun is . . . acceptable. We desperately need a return to basic common sense, and Rosie Posie, a “street-smart theologian” from Jersey City, is just the person we need to help restore it. In this wise and heartwarming book, Rosie’s daughter, syndicated talk-show host Teresa Tomeo, shares her top-ten list of unforgettable “Rosieisms” to help you and your loved ones live a sensible, well-grounded, godly life. As Tomeo notes, these real-life stories are simple, direct, and yes, sometimes very funny, but oh-so applicable to everyday life. Refreshingly, Rosie speaks her mind and has precious little “tolerance.” You will find that her practical advice will help you cultivate virtue in your life. You will learn to “nevva [never] get too big for those britches” and to “awfa [offer] it up” and put things “at the foot of the Crawse [Cross].” You’ll come to see how your sacrifices help others in ways you may not have considered. And through Rosie’s life and example, you’ll come to appreciate the value of your sufferings, big or small, and how they benefit you and your loved ones. You will also learn: How “go ride your bike!” relates to health (and it’s not what you think) Ways to always see the glass as half full A bit of wisdom that Tomeo learned from both her mother and the Rolling Stones How round-trip guilt trips can be a good thing Why you should listen to your mother and “keep smiling” Tomeo’s memories provide rollicking humor and Catholic wisdom from the quintessential Italian mother. She also provides spiritual resources for self-reflection from the Catechism, Scripture, and the saints to help you grow in grace-filled living. Best of all, you will see the miracles of God’s love in Tomeo’s family and the maternal intercession of Our Lady in their lives. In the words of Rosie, “Rememba, the Blessed Mutha is watching you!...

-Titulo Original : The Habsburg Way 7 Rules For Turbulent Times-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: Few families in history are as renowned as the Habsburgs, one of the principal sovereign dynasties of Europe from the thirteenth to the twentieth century. These enthralling pages provide glimpses into the lives of their esteemed members. The lessons that their lives teach will help guide your family in faith and will help you live in peaceful prosperity and grow in holiness. Their maxims could also provide a roadmap for healing the world we live in. You will read about the Imperial House of Habsburg’s saints and heroes, sinners, assassinations, and affairs, and the impact that freemasonry, Jansenism, and the Enlightenment had on them and on all of Europe. With warmth and candor, Eduard Habsburg a member of the family and archduke of Austria shares insights about the Seven Principles (maxims) at the root of Habsburg thought, action, politics, and family life, along with: The main ingredient for a stable marriage and how to create a deep bond between spouses The secret and value to a happy and productive family life How the Habsburg’s Empire was different from “Star Wars” Five dates to remember in Habsburg history and their significance How to die like a royal (and it’s not what you may think!) You will learn the key role the Habsburgs played in the epic battles of Lepanto and Vienna and be inspired by exemplary Habsburgs such as Bl. Emperor Karl and Rudolf I, the first Habsburg ruler of the Holy Roman Empire, who helped a priest bring Viaticum to a dying man. This astounding Habsburg history tells of the devout reign of Maria Theresia Habsburg-Lothringen, mother of sixteen children, who saved the family lands and organized pilgrimages and countrywide vigils in honor of Our Lady and the Blessed Sacrament. It describes how Emperor Charles V safeguarded the Faith and how Venerable Magdalena, archduchess, and later Ferdinand II, heroically countered the Reformation. You will marvel at how Leopold I led his people to the pinnacle of Catholic piety and almost became a priest. You will discover fascinating Habsburg family lore and the manner in which their marriages were arranged (even in utero!). And you will find out how they promoted subsidiarity and protected people from politicians and the extraordinary relevance that has for us today. Surely our world today be a better place if all of us, our societies and politicians, would study these Seven Rules for Turbulent Times and follow . . . The Habsburg Way...

-Titulo Original : The Devil Is Afraid Of Me The Life And Work Of The Worlds Most Popular Exorcist-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: We can do nothing against you because you are too protected! So declared a frustrated host of devils to Father Gabriele Amorth, the priest exorcist in Rome who spent thirty years battling the Devil and his minions by performing more than sixty thousand exorcisms. All the while, he deftly used modern media to awaken our disbelieving modern culture and even the Church to the reality of the Devil and his nefarious actions at all times and everywhere. In these eye-opening pages, angelologist Father Marcello Stanzione tells the fascinating story of Father Amorth and his life as an exorcist. Youll learn of his daily schedule and how he managed to perform dozens of exorcisms each week. Youll find out what his exorcism room looked like, and how various devils responded to his bold practice. Best of all, youll read Father Amorths own startling explanations of many truths about the Devil that our culture has forgotten and about the canny methods the Deceiver has adopted in recent years to corrupt believers and unbelievers alike. Among the many questions Father Amorth answers here are: How can we recognize the action of the Evil One? Can a person in the afterlife enter spiritually into a living person? Which prayers of liberation are the most successful? What are the four methods a demon uses to enter souls? Can demons hide from an exorcist? What are the six characteristics of evil spells? Are all instances of clairvoyance managed by demons? Is an exorcist infallible in his judgment and his ministry? Why is there no longer any possibility of salvation for the fallen angels? What are the arms of combat that each of us must use to do battle with evil? And many more surprising facts about the Evil One and how to resist him We can do nothing against you because you are too protected! cried the devils that Father Amorth battled. Let Father Amorth teach you in these pages how you, too, can be protected...

-Titulo Original : The Thief Who Stole Heaven-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: Just in time for the Lent/Easter season, comes The Thief Who Stole Heaven, the follow up story to New York Times, USA Today and Amazon Bestseller: The Spider Who Saved Christmas. Once again, bestselling author and broadcaster, Raymond Arroyo provides readers with a cinematic, adventurous holiday story based on ancient legends filled with deeper themes. The Thief Who Stole Heaven introduces audiences to the largely hidden character of The Good Thief. Bridging the gap between Christmas and Easter, this unique story brings to life a compelling redemption story that is destined to be treasured and revisited year after year...

-Titulo Original : End Of The Present World And The Mysteries Of The Future Life-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: From the Back Cover Its one of those books that come out of nowhere almost literally just when the world needs it most. Is it all correct what it reveals about the future, both for the world and the soul? From the vantage point of earth, who can say? It is written by a human. But a great saint Th r se of Lisieux was so taken by this book that it spurred her entry into the convent. Reading this book was one of the greatest graces of my life, she says in her autobiography. The impression I received from it is too sweet to express. All the great truths of religion and the mysteries of eternity plunged into my soul a happiness not of this earth. Completed in 1881 by an aged French priest, this remarkable book surfaced long enough to draw Th r se into the convent and then, for more than a century, plunged back into obscurity. Now we offer you the very first English translation of this hope-filled, chilling work. In it, Fr. Arminjon gets right to the point: The end of the world, Christ says, will come when the human race, sunk in the depths of indifference, is far from thinking about punishment and justice. It will be as in the days of Noah, when men lived without a care, built luxurious homes, and mocked Noah as he built his ark. Civilization will be at its zenith, markets overflowing with money, and stocks will never have been higher. Mankind, wallowing in unprecedented material prosperity, will have ceased to hope for heaven. Crudely attached to pleasures, man will say My soul, you have goods to last for many years. Eat, drink and be merry. Doesnt that sound eerily like America just a year or so ago? Fr. Arminjon insists that we steer clear of every perilous opinion and make no assertion that is not justified by Tradition and the doctrine of the Fathers. Yet its precisely his sober reliance on Scripture and Tradition that makes this book so convincing . . . and so chilling! But Fr. Arminjon doesnt merely sketch the darkness ahead; he also shows how Jesus will fill that darkness with light; and he details the rich bounty Christ has in store for all who stay faithful. Thats what caught Th r se up in such fervent love of God, nourished her impatience for Heaven, and confirmed her decision to choose a life wholly consecrated to Divine Love. The End of the Present World and the Mysteries of the Future Life: let it show you how to read the signs of the times and prepare you to bear yourself as a Christian (as it did Th r se) . . . no matter what the future holds! Reading this book was one of the greatest graces of my life! St. Therese of Lisieux In the late nineteenth century, Father Charles Arminjon, a priest from the mountains of southeastern France, assembled his flock in the town cathedral to preach a series of conferences to help them turn their thoughts away from this life’s mean material affairs-and toward the next life’s glorious spiritual reward. His wise and uncompromising words deepened in them the spirit of recollection that all Christians must have: the abiding conviction that heavenly aims, not temporal enthusiasms, must guide everything we think, say, and do. When Father Arminjon’s conferences were later published in a book, many others were able to reap the same benefit-including fourteen-year-old Therese Martin, then on the cusp of entering the Carmelite convent in Lisieux. Reading it, she says, “plunged my soul into a happiness not of this earth.” Young Therese, filled with a sense of “what God reserves for those who love him, and seeing that the eternal rewards had no proportion to the light sacrifices of life,” copied out numerous passages and memorized them, “repeating unceasingly the words of love burning in my heart.” Now the very book that so inspired the Little Flower is available for the first time in English. Let the pages of The End of the Present World and the Mysteries of the Future Life fill you with the same burning words of love, with the same ardent desire...

-Titulo Original : The Cries Of Jesus From The Cross A Fulton Sheen Anthology-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: As death approaches, the human heart speaks its greatest words of love to those it holds most dear. So it was with Jesus who in His final hours gave us seven last words rich with spiritual meaning for every human soul. For the first time ever, Archbishop Fulton Sheens complete writings and reflections on Christs last words have been compiled into this one book. Sheen shows how the seven words are, in fact, a full catechism on the spiritual life. From them, youll learn the secrets to living the Beatitudes, ways to avoid the deadly vices of anger, envy, lust, and pride, and how to cultivate the heavenly virtues of fortitude, prudence, justice, and charity. Few books are such an inspiring call to sanctity, and few books are such a spiritual powerhouse. With Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen as your guide, youll also learn: Why, during His Passion, Jesus never proclaimed his innocence. Why Jesus appealed to His Father to forgive, but did not Himself forgive directly. What Jesus third word from the Cross says about lust. Why, like Jesus, the most innocent among us must suffer. Why darkness covered the earth after Jesus spoke his fourth word. The seven words spoken unto Jesus while He hung on the Cross and what they reveal about the impact of Christs Passion on your soul. What the Passion says about judging others (and why its an assault against hope). How the conversion of the good thief is the key to the conversion of our modern world. Why you and I can sin a thousand times and be forgiven, and the angels who have sinned but once are eternally unforgiven. How envy becomes the denial of all justice and love. The difference between the virtue of hope and the emotion of hope. From the Back Cover As death approaches, the human heart speaks its greatest words of love to those it holds most dear. So it was with Jesus who in His final hours gave us seven last words rich with spiritual meaning for every human soul. For the first time ever, Archbishop Fulton Sheens complete writings and reflections on Christs last words have been compiled into this one book. Sheen shows how the seven words are, in fact, a full catechism on the spiritual life. From them, youll learn the secrets to living the Beatitudes, ways to avoid the deadly vices of anger, envy, lust, and pride, and how to cultivate the heavenly virtues of fortitude, prudence, justice, and charity. Few books are such an inspiring call to sanctity, and few books are such a spiritual powerhouse. With Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen as your guide, youll also learn: Why, during His Passion, Jesus never proclaimed his innocence. Why Jesus appealed to His Father to forgive, but did not Himself forgive directly. What Jesus third word from the Cross says about lust. Why, like Jesus, the most innocent among us must suffer. Why darkness covered the earth after Jesus spoke his fourth word. The seven words spoken unto Jesus while He hung on the Cross and what they reveal about the impact of Christs Passion on your soul. What the Passion says about judging others (and why its an assault against hope). How the conversion of the good thief is the key to the conversion of our modern world. Why you and I can sin a thousand times and be forgiven, and the angels who have sinned but once are eternally unforgiven. How envy becomes the denial of all justice and love. The difference between the virtue of hope and the emotion of hope. About the Author Blessed Fulton J. Sheen (1895 1979) wrote more than 90 books, including Peace of Soul which rose to sixth place on the New York Times bestseller list. Equally at home with scholars and the common man, Blessed Fulton Sheen won the hearts and minds of all those who came to know him...

-Titulo Original : Saint Monica Club How To Wait, Hope, And Pray For Your Fallen-away Loved Ones-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: From the Back Cover In the fourth century, a young man named Augustine turned his back on the Church, plunging into a frenzied life of lust and dissipation. His renunciation left Monica, his pious Catholic mother, weeping and praying for his salvation . . . for more than a decade! Like so many Catholics today -- even perhaps like you -- Monica wrestled daily with the pain of having a loved one fall away from the Faith. Like us, she often feared that her prayers and tears were of little worth, empty, futile. Not so! After nearly two decades, Augustine returned to the Faith, and in a big way. Revered today as Saint Augustine, he joined in holiness his mother, Monica -- now Saint Monica -- whose sacrifices, prayers, and pain finally won for both of them the crown of sanctity. In these pages, author Maggie Green provides wise, compassionate guidance for members of what she calls The Saint Monica Club: good Catholics suffering like Monica the rejection of the Faith by persons they love dearly. Herself a longtime and long-suffering member of the club, Green shows how persevering as Monica did in devoted love for straying souls -- loving them as God does -- will not only quiet the lingering, aching cry of our hearts, but will also draw our lost loved ones back to the Faith and into the arms of Jesus again. Yes, the non-confrontational Way of Saint Monica is hard. But it is the only way. These pages demonstrate that, with the souls of our loved ones at stake, it is worth the effort. . .and worth the wait. If you have ever loved someone who left the Faith, you know the ache of wanting that person back at the table. You pine for them at Mass, you miss their presence, and even wonder, How could life in Heaven be happy if the one I love is not present? When we feel this ache, the one intimately known to Saint Monica for years, we begin to learn how to love as God loves. In this book, Maggie Green shows how you can faithfully follow the example of Saint Monica, whose prayers, tears, and witness eventually led to the conversion of both her husband and her son, Saint Augustine, Doctor of the Church. This isnt a book on how to win your prodigal child back its a book on how to wait for them, how to be okay with planting the seeds and laboring in the vineyard without necessarily seeing the harvest. Read these pages, and youll come to see how the Holy Spirit is at work in each of us, calling us all home and encouraging our witness to each other. Were all part of the Saint Monica Club, praying and petitioning heaven until the day our loved ones return to the Faith and embrace the fullness of life that can only be found in Christ. About the Author Maggie Green is a pen name for a Catholic wife and mother who waits for some of her children to return to the Faith. She and her husband live with their children in the Mid-Atlantic area of the United States...

-Titulo Original : The Spider Who Saved Christmas-Fabricante : SOPHIA INSTITUTE PRESS-Descripcion Original: Review The Spider Who Saved Christmas portrays an ancient legend that details that when the Holy Family fled Herod s soldiers, a cave spider spun a web to save them from capture. The glittering web is recalled in Christmas tinsel today. Publishers Weekly Raymond Arroyos touching, The Spider Who Saved Christmas reveals that light can be found in even the darkest of circumstances. This is beautifully crafted, multi-sensory storytelling that speaks to what each of us is experiencing today--and the hope that is ever present if we take the time to seek it. Roma Downey Award-Winning Actress, Producer, and Author In The Spider Who Saved Christmas we instantly meet a new friend who will be with us forever. There are remarkable layers of depth exposed in this beautiful, and all but forgotten legend. Raymond Arroyo deftly fuses the tragic with the miraculous, allowing readers young and old to discover the wonder of the Christmas story as never before. Gary Sinise Actor, Director, Founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation --Endorsements Radiating the wondrous spirit of the season, The Spider Who Saved Christmas rekindles an ancient legend, casting new light on the story we thought we knew. Created by New York Times Bestselling Author Raymond Arroyo (with illustrations by Randy Gallegos), The Spider Who Saved Christmas spins the enchanting faith-filled tale of Nephila, a cave-dwelling spider who plays a pivotal role central to the Christmas story. This instant classic reveals the origin of Christmas tinsel and reminds us that hope can always be found even in dark places where we least expect it. From the Back Cover Radiating the wondrous spirit of the season The Spider Who Saved Christmas rekindles an ancient legend - casting new light on the story we thought we knew. Created by New York Times Bestselling Author Raymond Arroyo (with illustrations by Randy Gallegos), The Spider Who Saved Christmas spins the enchanting Faith-filled tale of Nephila, a cave dwelling spider who plays a pivotal role central to the Christmas story. This instant classic reveals the origin of Christmas tinsel and reminds us that hope can always be found- even in dark places where we least expect it. About the Author Raymond Arroyo is the New York Times Best-selling author of the Will Wilder series (Random House), an international broadcaster and producer. He is a Fox News Contributor and has formerly worked for CNN and the Associated Press. He is the Founding News Director of EWTN News and host of The World Over Live...

-Titulo Original : The Catholic Mass Steps To Restore The Centrality Of God In The Liturgy-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: Review This book is a great resource to rediscover the beauty of the Mass and to warn us of the many abuses that the liturgy of the Church has to suffer in too many churches around the world. It is a book that makes us think about what we may have and also what we may have lost.” Cardinal Joseph Zen “This book proclaims a message that all of us need to hear. And its this: To live with our lives centered on God is the only safe way to live. We do this most fully when we pray the Mass with deep reverence, whose every detail proclaims Gods greatness and mercy. Bishop Athanasius Schneider draws abundantly from Sacred Scripture, the saints, and Doctors of the Church. Reading and pondering this book will be transformative and unitive.” Scott Hahn Bishop Schneider convincingly emphasizes the power of the Christocentric liturgy, which is able to overcome every obstacle in an environment fixated on this world. The Church of our time cannot but be grateful for the voice of this courageous witness.” Martin Mosebach “With the Holy Eucharist or Holy Mass, the Lord Jesus is with us always, He who on the Cross transformed the act of violence done by men against him into an act of self-giving and love. What men have done to Christ is the culmination of the evil that is committed in all times: a greater evil will never be committed. This book is a precious help to enter such a great Mystery.” Msgr. Nicola Bux --Personal Endorsements We are going through a period of liturgical exile, explains Bishop Athanasius Schneider in this enlightening book, and the vast proliferation of modern abuses are crying out for liturgical reform. The primary source of most modern abuses, he declares, is man’s narcissistic tendency to idolize himself instead of paying homage to God. In what is sure to be seen as one of the most impressive and authoritative books ever written on the Catholic Mass, Bishop Schneider reestablishes what Catholics have known for centuries but have largely forgotten today: that the Mass is the highest form of Christian prayer, which enables us to express with exterior worship our interior belief. He describes how saints such as Padre Pio and John Vianney helped the faithful enter into a profound spiritual experience during Mass, and he explains why the Mass should serve as a means to lift our hearts to God so we can surrender to His will. You’ll come to understand why the rubrics are vital to preserving the authenticity of the liturgy, and you’ll learn why architecture, music, sacred art, and even incense are vital symbols that direct our attention to Heaven. You’ll also learn: How to recollect and listen to God’s Word properly The keys to lifting your heart and surrendering to God’s will at Mass Why it’s essential to celebrate the Mass ad orientem How following the rituals assists you in contemplating the spiritual Ways you can unite yourself to the sacrifice of Christ on the Cross The most profitable ways of spending time in thanksgiving following Holy Communion Bishop Schneider and coauthor Aurelio Porfiri encourage the revival of public prayers, such as the Liturgy of the Hours and Eucharistic adoration. He explains how genuflecting, kneeling, and prostrating oneself are all outward signs of reverence that demonstrate this inward action. Our duty, he declares, is to render “perpetual thanksgiving” to God at Mass. Indeed, as he solemnly asserts, “The Mass is the greatest and most important work of the Church.” About the Author Bishop Schneider and coauthor Aurelio Porfiri encourage the revival of public prayers, such as the Liturgy of the Hours and Eucharistic adoration. He explains how genuflecting, kneeling, and prostrating oneself are all outward signs of reverence that demonstrate this inward action. Our duty, he declares, is to render “perpetual thanksgiving” to God at Mass. Indeed, as he solemnly asserts, “The Mass is the greatest and most important work of the Church....

-Titulo Original : The Wise Men Who Found Christmas-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: Review “This beautiful and moving book shines like the Christmas star. Raymond Arroyo reveals the true and inspiring adventure of the Magi, who bravely followed the light given them and found a treasure beyond imagining. This is a journey you and your family would be wise to take.” Jim Caviezel Actor, Passion of the Christ “The story of the Three Wise Men is one of the most beloved and meaningful parts of the nativity story. Now, in this beautiful book, Raymond Arroyo is sharing the true Magi story with everyone. It will surely inspire all readers to adopt the lessons and traditions of Three Kings Day and keep the Christmas spirit alive for all 12 days of Christmas.” Rachel Campos Duffy New York Times Bestselling Author, Fox & Friends Weekend Co-host --Personal Endorsements Finally, the True, Untold Story of the Wise Men… They were not three kings. Nor were they from the Far East, or even Persia… In this thrilling, visual adventure capturing the wonder of the Christmas season, New York Times bestselling author Raymond Arroyo shares the true, hidden story of the mysterious Magi, who risked everything to discover the truth. Based on new historical evidence, The Wise Men Who Found Christmas is the miraculous, untold tale of three seekers who followed a star and found themselves in the middle of the greatest story ever told. Stunningly illustrated by Diane Le Feyer, this enchanting family keepsake is sure to become part of your Christmas tradition - and a reminder that chasing truth is often the greatest adventure of all. About the Author Raymond Arroyo is the New York Times Best-selling author of the Will Wilder series (Random House), an international broadcaster and producer. He is a Fox News Contributor and has formerly worked for CNN and the Associated Press. He is the Founding News Director of EWTN News and host of The World Over Live...

-Titulo Original : Infiltration The Plot To Destroy The Church From Within-Fabricante : Sophia Institute Press-Descripcion Original: From the Back Cover It took nearly two millennia for the enemies of the Catholic Church to realize they could not successfully attack the Church from the outside. Indeed, countless nemeses from Nero to Napoleon succeeded only in creating sympathy and martyrs for our Catholic Faith. That all changed in the mid-19th century, when clandestine societies populated by Modernists and Marxists hatched a plan to subvert the Catholic Church from within. Their goal: to change Her doctrine, Her liturgy, and Her mission. In this captivating and carefully documented book, Dr. Taylor Marshall pulls back the curtain on their nefarious plan, showing how these enemies of Christ strategically infiltrated the seminaries, then the priesthood, then the episcopacy, and eventually the cardinal-electors € all with the eventual goal of electing one of their own as pope. Youll come to see that the seemingly endless scandals plaguing the Church are not the result, as so many think, of cultural changes, or of Vatican II, but rather the natural consequences of an orchestrated demonic plot to destroy the Church. It took nearly two millennia for the enemies of the Catholic Church to realize they could not successfully attack the Church from the outside. Indeed, countless nemeses from Nero to Napoleon succeeded only in creating sympathy and martyrs for our Catholic Faith. That all changed in the mid-19th century, when clandestine societies populated by Modernists and Marxists hatched a plan to subvert the Catholic Church from within. Their goal: to change Her doctrine, Her liturgy, and Her mission. In this captivating and carefully documented book, Dr. Taylor Marshall pulls back the curtain on their nefarious plan, showing how these enemies of Christ strategically infiltrated the seminaries, then the priesthood, then the episcopacy, and eventually the cardinal-electors all with the eventual goal of electing one of their own as pope. Youll come to see that the seemingly endless scandals plaguing the Church are not the result, as so many think, of cultural changes, or of Vatican II, but rather the natural consequences of an orchestrated demonic plot to destroy the Church. In these gripping pages, youll discover: How popes of the 1800s discovered a plot to infiltrate the Church How theologians suspected of being Modernists became Vatican powerbrokers. How modifications in Catholic canon law enabled predator priests like Theodore McCarrick to stay in positions of power. How Our Lady of La Salette gave a prophetic warning of the plot to infiltrate the Church. How the chief architect of liturgical reforms was discovered to be a Freemason. Archbishop Fulton Sheens role in exposing the Communist infiltration of the priesthood. How the confusing history of the Third Secret of Fatima relates to the infiltration of the Catholic Church. That Pope Paul VI explained that Vatican II was not infallible. How Pope Paul VI revoked the voting rights of cardinals over 80, thus guaranteeing that all voting cardinals were appointed by him. How the criteria for sainthood shifted from a persons historical acts to his personal beliefs. The complex roots of the St. Gallen Mafia and how they plotted to modify Catholic doctrine and elect Pope Francis. Review Riveting. What an incredible work of brilliance and generosity. Many scholars give in to the temptation to showcase brilliance by leaving concepts obscure. Marshall has synthesized historical and philosophical thought simply and succinctly making it accessible to all. What a treasure for the faithful. My highlighter ran dry after only half-way through. John-Henry Westen Editor-in-Chief, LifeSiteNews We must examine the very roots of the crisis, which, to a decisive extent, can be identified as Taylor Marshall has done in this book as an infiltration of the Church by an unbelieving world. Bishop Athanasius Schneider --Personal Endorsements About the Author Dr. Taylor Marshall earned a Ph.D. i...