Runaway Train of Thought

Literature & Fiction

Collins, Jamie

Buckner, Andrew

Poetry

Requiem Press

This is an epic tale of war, heroism, treachery, and tragedy. It is from a time when God and religion were the center of existence for all men and women. This is a story of a woman and the strength she gave her seven sons. It is the story of an old man who realized manhood and wisdom meet in old age. It is the story of a man and his five sons who left everything and sacrificed their lives to restore God’s laws. But mostly it is a tale of the power of faith and prayer – of God’s hand in man’s work. The story of the family known as the Maccabees took place in the 2nd century before the birth of Christ, when the children of Israel were being persecuted by the Gentiles. Out of one family rose up a father and his five sons to lead the Jews to victory over the persecutors and to restore the Temple that had been profaned by them. One of the Maccabees brothers, Judas, was surnamed Machebeus – that is, the hammer – and thus the family takes on his name – as God’s Hammer against the enemies of His people. This work is adapted from the 1st and 2nd book of Machabees of the Douay-Rheims version of the Holy Bible, with minor editorial changes for clarity. With the historical context provided by Warren H. Carroll by way of introduction, this inspiring true story can be thoroughly enjoyed by all. Thus the underlying truths about faith, prayer, and God’s love for His people can be realized from the reading of this oft overlooked book.

The Maccabees: Forgotten Heroes of Israel

Religion & Spirituality

Christian Books & Bibles

In Two Towers John Meehan uncovers the deep-seated historical and cultural roots of the crisis in the Catholic Church in America - showing how the Two Towers of Faith and Morals have been separated. Mr. Meehan makes the case that the crisis will be resolved with the true implementation of Vatican Council II - especially with respect to the laity, catechesis, and liturgy. Mr. Meehan’s message is one that gives both understanding and hope. He draws upon his personal experiences, the writings of Church Fathers, contemporaries, and the popes -especially the writings of John Paul II, and the future Pope Benedict XVI (during his tenure as Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith).

Two Towers: The de-Christianization of America and a Plan for Renewal

History

John D. Meehan

World

What did Vatican II say about the laity? What role did the laity play in the early Church? What is clericalism? Is it a danger? Do lay people have vocations? How do I discern my vocation? What are some examples of lay apostolates? How can the laity evangelize the culture?
 These are some of the questions Russell Shaw answers in his latest book on the role of the laity in the Church.
RUSSELL SHAW, in this new book, clearly explains the history of the role of the laity in the Church, clericalism, and the ‘restored’ vocation of the laity as envisioned by the Fathers of the 2nd Vatican Council. Not only does he describe the mission of the laity, Mr. Shaw outlines areas where the lay apostolate is most needed and gives guidance on discerning lay and religious vocations. Mr. Shaw’s conversational style makes the book easy to read while still having perceptive analysis of the threats to the laity’s vocation.

Catholic Laity in the Mission of the Church

Russell Shaw

56 years of marriage and 11 children! The Maddens of Baltimore will surprise you, comfort you, make you laugh until you cry, and make you cry until you laugh again! From games of “pitch” to petty thievery, from over zealous confessions to exacerbating obedience, there is truly never a dull moment! But these true stories about a real family, as told by the youngest brother, are much more than just a collection of humor. Together, they weave a tapestry about family life—the way it should be lived and enjoyed. The virtues and the vices, the laughter and the frustration, the happiness and the mourning, the prosperity and the poverty: the family is the first school of love. Experience this with the Maddens of Baltimore. Bring them home with you today!

Giving Up Stealing ... for Lent!

Biographies & Memoirs

Charles Madden

Historical

Originally approved by the Archbishops of England and Wales, "The Penny Catechism" has now been revised in light of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, American edition, issued in 1994. Most of the revisions are in the form of additional questions and answers, especially in those sections concerning Divine Revelation and the Sacraments. Some revisions were made to conform to the terminology used in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Others are simply changes to American terminology from the British terminology of earlier editions of "The Penny Catechism". This is a perfect book for missionary work, prison ministry, and apologetics. The classic question and answer format is a great way to learn Catholic doctrine. This is an official catechism with new imprimatur. THE MINI-CATECHISM is a concise summary of Catholic doctrine, fitting neatly in purse or pocket.!

The Mini-Catechism

OFM Conv.

Brother Charles Madden

The Library of Souls: A Collection of Ten Horror Scripts, Tales, and Poems

Dramas & Plays

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