Thomas Beckett was born around 1118 in London. His parents were middle class merchants who sent him to a good school taught by monks. There he began learning not only his lessons, but also how to control his quick temper. His hard work helped him to become one of the most powerful men in England-the Chancellor to King Henry II. Later, when the ambitious king appointed Thomas to be the Archbishop of Canterbury, Thomas knew that he would be forced to choose between serving God or king.....Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur View More...
Fr. Abram Ryan is one of our American-born Catholic heroes. As a young priest during the Civil War, he risked his life to administer the Sacraments to dying soldiers from both the North and the South. Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur View More...
On January 17,1871, during the final weeks of Franco-Prussian War, the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared in the night sky outside the village of Pontmain,France. Only the children were able to see Mary; the adults could only tell that there were unusual stars in the night sky. Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur View More...
Born in 1806, Catherine was one of 11 children in the Laboure family. Her mother died when she was just 9 years old, and from then on she said that the Blessed Mother was to be her mother. Through this Mother, Catherine would recieve a besutiful gift that we can still benefit from to this day the Miraculous Medal. Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur View More...
Raymond lived a long life focused on doing God's Will. He was born in 1175 near Barcelona, Spain and died there in 1275. As a Dominican priest of great learning, he was a canon lawyer who helped popes and advised kings. He was a humble man who allowed God to use him to do His Will. Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur View More...
Born in 1726 in Muro, Italy he was an apprentice to a tailor. Later he became a Redemptorist Brother who was known to perform many miracles while attending to his duties. Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur View More...
Raphael Santi was born in 1483 in Italy. His father, a well respected artist, encouraged young Raphael to develop his artistic talent. After he was orphaned at the age of 11, Raphael studied with other artists and painted many portraits of his favorite subject, the Blessed Virgin Mary. In 1508, Pope Julius asked Raphael to work for him. In Rome, Raphael became known not only for his artistic masterpieces but also for his hard work, his humility, and his charity toward struggling young artists....Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur View More...
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United States, Mary's Books: 1941, 2015
Seller ID: ITF231
ISBN: 1616700939
Binding: Soft Cover
Condition: Brand New
Born in the Navarre region of Spain in 1506, Francis Xavier was one of the founding members of the Society of Jesus. As a Jesuit priest, Francis was sent as a missionary to India. He undertook this mission with a great zeal to win souls for Christ. For more than 10 years, Francis faced dangerous travel conditions, learned new languages, and fearlessly preached the gospel to thousands of people in India and Japan. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Francis Xavier, who had a great zeal for winning souls for Christ and worked tirelessly to help others lear... View More...
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United States, Mary's Books: 1954, 2018
Seller ID: ITF244
ISBN: 978-1-61670-120-8
Binding: Softcover
Condition: Brand New
Our Lady appeared in Beauraing, Belgium, to five children, ages nine to fifteen. The year was 1932. She spoke to them saying, “Pray, pray much, Pray always. I will convert sinners. I am the Mother of God and the Queen of Heaven-Pray Always. Do you love My Son? Do you love Me? Sacrifice yourself for Me. There can be no love without sacrifice.”
Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of these children and families of the people of Beauraing. The message to “Pray, Pray much, Pray always” is needed today more than ever. A deep devotion to Our Blessed Mother will hel... View More...
Born in 657, this young boy loved riding and hunting especially stag and deer hunting. Here was a young boy who someday would be a great leader in the church but during his youth, this was the farthest thing from his mind. Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur View More...
Born in 1840 in Canada, Elodia felt called to enter the Marianites of the Holy Cross at the age of 14 and took the name Sister Marie-Leonie. Later she founded a new order, the little Sisters of the Holy Family and they devoted themselves to caring for the household needs of clergy and seminarians. Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur View More...
This young shepherd was annointed by Samuel to be the successor to King Saul. He is well known for killing Goliath using a sling and a stone. As king he tried his best to please God, however, he fell into sin. After acknowledging his sinfulness he repented and loved God with all his heart. Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur View More...
Augustine was born in Africa in the year 354. As a young man, he began living a sinful life, but his mother, Monica, prayed that her son might become a Christian. After many years of persistent prayer, her son finally converted. Later, Augustine was ordained a priest, and in the year 395 he was consecrated to serve as the bishop of Hippo. Augustine wrote hundreds of books and letters defending the Catholic Faith. His writings remain influential to this day and have brought many people to Christ..... Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur View More...
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United States, Mary's Books: 1951, 1967, 2018
Seller ID: ITF243
ISBN: 978-1-61670-119-2
Binding: Softcover
Condition: Brand New
Thomas More lived his life totally devoted to God. He attended daily Mass, prayed, practiced penance, kept the Commandments and was devoted to the Blessed Mother. He turned to God for help in making decisions. He taught his children to keep God first in all things and to stick firmly to God when those around them did not.
He said “Life is short and heaven is earned by tears.” And “It is blessed to suffer loss of house, land and life rather than offend God.”
Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Thomas More by following this piece of advice from him.... View More...
Publisher:
United States, Mary's Books: 1956, 2015
Seller ID: ITF234
ISBN: 1616700920
Binding: Soft Cover
Condition: Brand New
In 1567, Francis was born in Savoy, France. Even at his baptism, people in attendance could sense that there was something special about this child of God. During his college years, Francis experienced a deep despair. Remembering that the Blessed Virgin is the comfort of despairing sinners, he turned to her for help. Afterward, he experienced a deep peace and his despair was gone. Francis lived a life of simplicity and kindness that helped bring others closer to God. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Francis de Sales, who called on the Blessed Virg... View More...
Gasper was born in Rome on January 6, 1786. When he was a young priest he was put in prison for refusing to take an oath of allegiance to Napoleon. He learned to deal with his feelings of anger by thinking about the sufferings of Jesus. He saw his trials in life as Stepping Stones to Heaven. Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur View More...
Publisher:
United States, Mary's Books: 1956, 2018
Seller ID: ITF245
ISBN: 978-1-61670-116-1
Binding: Softcover
Condition: Brand new
Theophane Venard was an obedient child that accepted work as an everyday obligation. His parents, devout Catholics, carefully instructed their children in their obligations toward God and their Savior Jesus. The Mass, the Rosary and prayer became most important in their daily lives. After being ordained a priest he was sent to China as a missionary. He suffered greatly and was eventually put to death for his faith. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Theophane Venard by praying to receive grace to face suffering of everyday life bravely, offering all to God ... View More...
Young Maria Francesca Cabrini was born in 1850. She was the youngest of 13 children.Her mother was 52 at the time of her birth. She became a missionary in the Americas and started many schools, hospitals, nurseries and orphanges both in the Americas as well as Europe. She was the first American citizen to be canonized. Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur View More...
Publisher:
United States, Mary's Books: 1964, 2015
Seller ID: ITF235
ISBN: 1616700904
Binding: Soft Cover
Condition: Brand New
Around 1628, during the Thirty Years’ War, a small statue of the Infant Jesus was given to a Carmelite monastery in Prague. The monastery was soon abandoned when an army invaded the city. In 1637, Father Cyril found the broken statue and heard the words, “The more you honor Me, the more I will bless you.” Today, many people visit Prague to see the statue, and replicas of the statue can be found in churches and homes around the world. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of those who have had a devotion to the Infant Jesus of Prague. Like them, we can hono... View More...
