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Resources for Catholic Moms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–9

lent / advent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–11

Catechism Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–13

Together in the Sacraments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–15

Books for Priests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Christian Classics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17–22

Prayer Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23–25

Carmelite and Ignatian Spirituality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Marian Reading and Devotion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Bible Basics for CatholicsA New Picture of Salvation HistoryJohn BergsmaForeword by Scott Hahnfrom biblical scholar John Bergsma— two-time teacher of the year at the franciscan University of Steubenville—comes this fresh, fun, and authentically Catholic introduction to the “big picture” of salvation history .

This overview of the Bible is based on Bergsma’s wildly popular introduction to theology course at franciscan University, where he is a colleague of Scott Hahn . Bergsma combines sound theol-ogy, academic expertise, pastoral wisdom, and an endearing playfulness to draw readers into the connection between the great stories of the Bible and salvation in Jesus . Central to the book’s themes are Bergsma’s signature illustra-tions of key biblical characters, which are sim-ple, yet surprisingly profound .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-291-3, 192 pages, $14.95Also available as an eBook.

John Bergsma is an associate professor of the-ology at the franciscan University of Steuben-ville and a senior fellow at the St . Paul Center for Biblical Theology . Twice voted faculty of the Year by graduating classes at franciscan Univer-sity, Bergsma is a popular teacher whose love of scripture inspires his students .

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“John Bergsma is a very effective teacher of scripture with a gift for clarity and depth .”

Scott HahnAuthor of The Lamb’s Supper

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The Messy Quest for MeaningFive Catholic Practices for Finding Your VocationStephen MartinForeword by Karen Sue SmithDrawing on lessons learned from Catholic monks and saints as well as his own experience, Stephen Martin has crafted five unique practices to help Catholics and other seekers grapple with life’s truly important ques-tions and discover their true calling in the world .


“This hopeful book will be a welcome gift to anyone still sorting out who god is calling them to be .”

Tim MuldoonAuthor of Longing to Love

My Peace I Give YouHealing Sexual Wounds with the Help of the SaintsDawn EdenForeword by Mother Agnes Mary Donovan, S.V.Dawn eden, internationally known speaker and au-thor of the bestselling The Thrill of the Chaste, tells how the lives of the saints have given her hope and aided her journey of spiritual healing after childhood sexual abuse .


“It is my hope that this book may become a resource readily available: in churches, schools, counseling centers, young adult ministries, libraries, and hospitals . I pray that for every reader this book will be an instrument of grace and instruction .”

Mother Agnes Mary Donovan, S.V.Superior General, Sisters of Life

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From Willow Creek to Sacred HeartRekindling My Love for CatholicismChris HawForeword by Shane ClaiborneThe bestselling coauthor of Jesus for President recounts his spiritual journey through evangelical Christianity and his return to Catholicism . a respectful and engag-ing look at the megachurch movement and a heartfelt expression of love for the Catholic Church’s liturgy and its commitment to the poor .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-292-0, 256 pages, $15.95Available October 2012

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“This book is really excellent, and reveals the ma-turity that seems to be showing itself in so many of our churches today .”

Richard Rohr, O.F.M.Center for Action and Contemplation, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Still PointLoss, Longing, and Our Search for GodRegis Martinfranciscan University professor, popular speaker, and prolific author Regis Martin tells how the deaths of his mother and brother pushed him to revisit all he knew and felt about god and his own deepest desires—and how he came to reconcile the theology he teaches with the lived experience of faith .


“Regis Martin is a sage for our time . Here he offers us wisdom for confronting the greatest mysteries of life, which are suffering and death .”

Scott HahnAuthor of The Lamb’s Supper

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“at first communion I was taught to say first thing every morning, ‘Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in Thee!’ Reading father Kubicki’s splendid book has only made that prayer all the more sincere and meaningful .”

Cardinal Timothy M. DolanArchbishop of New York

A Heart on FireRediscovering Devotion to the Sacred Heart of JesusJames Kubicki, S.J.Rev . James Kubicki, S .J ., national director of the apostleship of Prayer, offers a lively introduction to one of the greatest Catho-lic devotions—the Sacred Heart of Jesus—showing how the Heart of Christ can be a source of joyful transformation for con-temporary Catholics .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-287-6, 192 pages with 4-page color insert, $13.95

Eucharistic AdorationHoly Hour Meditations on the Seven Last Words of ChristCharles M. MurphyForeword by Cardinal William LevadaThis creative prayer compendium invites readers to spend an hour in eucharistic adoration while meditating on the seven last words of Jesus . Charles Murphy also profiles seven con-temporary Catholics—like edith Stein and John Paul II—who are inspiring models of eucharistic devotion .



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The Spirituality of FastingRediscovering a Christian PracticeThe Spirituality of Fasting draws on sources ancient and cur-rent—from augustine to Michael Pollan—to consider anew how fasting informs the relationships between creator/crea-ture, body/soul, and rich/poor .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-243-2, 128 pages, $12.95

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The Seven Deadly SinsA Visitor’s GuideLawrence S. Cunninghamlawrence Cunningham guides readers on a veri-table tour of and personal inquiry into the seven deadly sins—their roots in the mystic experiences of the desert fathers, their modern manifestations, and how to supplant these invasive, destructive habits with virtue .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-340-8, 128 pages, $12.95 Available November 2012

“Cunningham is at his best in these fresh meditations on the seven deadly sins . Pre-pare yourself to meet Cassian, Dante, and aquinas on one page, and contemporaries like Kathleen norris and Oliver Stone on the next . One could not ask for a wiser or gentler companion in the joys and poten-tial pitfalls of the spiritual life than larry Cunningham .”

Christopher PramukAuthor of Sophia: The Hidden Christ of Thomas Merton

The Devil You Don’t KnowRecognizing and Resisting Evil in Everyday LifeLouis J. CameliWhile remaining a fixture of popular culture, the devil has—until now—been largely ignored in contemporary spiritual writing . Cameli exposes the devil’s tactics of de-ception, division, diversion, and discouragement, in indi-viduals and also in institutions . This thoroughly biblical, deft exploration considers the personal and social dimen-sions of sin, and offers both enlightenment and hope in the power of Christ at work to overcome evil .


“Solid spiritual reading .”Donald Senior, C.P.

President, Catholic Theological Union

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Rooted In LoveOur Calling as Catholic WomenDonna-Marie Cooper O’BoyleWith warmth and candor, Donna-Marie Coo-per O’Boyle demonstrates why she is so be-loved by her readers, viewers, and listeners . Through sometimes-unexpected stories from her own journey, she shows that being a faith-filled Catholic woman does not mean being perfect . Rather, in the midst of parenting diffi-culties, marital problems, economic hardships, and sickness—among other challenges—one finds strength in Christ and in the wisdom and community of the Church . She highlights how the sacraments, the virtues, prayer, Mary and the saints, the works of mercy, and vari-ous devotions and practices all offer women grace and guidance for their lives .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-306-4, 192 pages, $14.95Available November 2012

“Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle has the great ability to speak to and spiritually connect with the hearts of her readers .”

Doug KeckHost of EWTN Bookmark

The Infertility Companion for CatholicsSpiritual and Practical Support for CouplesAngelique Ruhi-López and Carmen Santamaría Foreword by John and Claire GrabowskiThis is the first book to address not only the medical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of infertility, but also the particular needs of Catholic couples who desire to understand and follow Church teaching on the use of assisted reproductive technology .


“The authors’ humility, faithfulness, and obedience—tested by the unique pain of infertility—has borne abundant fruit here for the faithful . This is one of those books of which you always need an extra gift copy on hand .”

Damon Clarke OwensExecutive Director, Theology of the Body Institute

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CravingsA Catholic Wrestles with Food, Self-Image, and GodMary DeTurris PoustMary DeTurris Poust draws on the rich appreciation of meals she first gained at the tables of her child-hood in an Italian-american family, leading readers into reflection on the connections between eat-ing, self-image, and spirituality . like geneen Roth in Women, Food and God, but from a uniquely Cath-olic point of view, Poust helps readers spot ways they use food to avoid or ignore their real desires—for acceptance, understanding, friendship, love, and, indeed, for god . Poust draws from scripture and the great Catholic prayer forms and devotions to assist readers in making intentional changes in their use of food . She also offers reflections on fast-ing, eating in solidarity with the poor, vegetarian-ism, and the local food movement .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-305-7, 160 pages, $13.95Available December 2012

Walking TogetherDiscovering the Catholic Tradition of Spiritual FriendshipPoust examines rich and nurturing exam-ples of spiritual friend-

ship from well-known saints, writers, and modern religious leaders who serve as exemplars for cultivating meaningful relationships in a world of Twitter and facebook .


The Artist’s RuleNurturing Your Creative Soul with Monastic Wisdom Christine Valters PaintnerForeword by Macrina

Wiederkehr, O.S.B.

Christine Valters Paintner, author of Water, Wind, Earth, and Fire, invites readers to discover and develop their creative gifts in a spirit of prayer and reflection . This twelve-week course draws on the insights and practices of Benedictine spirituality to explore the interplay of contemplation and creativity .

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“Whether you’re tired of being obsessed with your weight, are hungry for inner peace even more than you’re hungry for food, or are desiring the freedom that comes with self-acceptance, Cravings will leave you satisfied .”

Kate WickerAuthor of Weightless: Making Peace with Your Body

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“Uncertainty, morning sickness, and anxiety suddenly turn to hope and direction in a Catholic Mother’s Companion to Pregnancy, which will comfort, guide, and inspire you during your pregnancy .”

Donna-Marie Cooper O’BoyleEWTN Host of Everyday Blessings for Catholic Moms

Building on the success of lisa M . Hendey’s The Handbook for Catholic Moms and A Book of Saints for Catholic Moms and her award-winning website CatholicMom .com, ave Maria Press is pleased to announce the fall 2012 launch of CatholicMom .com Books . This series will deal with a variety of family and parenting issues from a thoroughly Catholic perspective and will be a treasury of wisdom from many of lisa’s well-known and trusted CatholicMom .com contributors and others .

A Catholic Mother’s Companion to PregnancyWalking with Mary from Conception to BaptismSarah A. Reinhard Foreword by Danielle BeanPopular Catholic blogger and speaker Sarah Rein-hard presents the first book to accompany expectant mothers from conception to baptism with weekly re-flections and prayers rooted in the mysteries of the Ro-sary and related to the baby’s physical development .

Designed to help expectant mothers embrace pregnancy as an opportunity for spiritual growth, A Catholic Mother’s Companion to Pregnancy prepares mothers for the trials and joys of pregnancy, child-birth, baptism, and ultimately, motherhood . each week of pregnancy is paired with a mystery of the Rosary, a personal, down-to-earth reflection from Reinhard, advice for living the sacramental life, and a prayer to help the reader grow in faith as she bonds with her unborn child .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-298-2, 224 pages, $14.95Available September 2012

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A Book of Saints for Catholic Moms52 Companions for Your Heart, Mind, Body, and SoulLisa M. Hendey

lisa Hendey, founder of CatholicMom .com and author of The Handbook for Catholic Moms, in-troduces fifty-two holy companions as guides for the vocation of Catholic motherhood . Hendey eloquently links personal stories, scrip-

ture, prayer, and simple soul-strengthening exercises into this spiritually rich resource for Catholic women .


The Handbook for Catholic MomsNurturing Your Heart, Mind, Body, and SoulLisa M. Hendey

Drawing from the deep tradition of the Catholic faith, lisa Hen-dey coaches Catho-lic moms in caring for themselves—hear t , mind, body, and soul—so that they can better love and care for their

families, neighborhoods, and their Church . By sharing her own story, Hendey inspires readers to better balance their own needs with the demands of family life and faith commitment .


Bless My ChildA Catholic Mother’s Prayer Book

Julie Cragon

Praying is one of the most vital things we can do for our kids . Cragon pro-vides prayers for every stage of their growth, beginning even before they are born and going all the way to the point when they are becoming moms or dads themselves .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-014-8, 160 pages, $11.95

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A Perfect Gift for New Moms

LISA M. HENDEY is the creator of CatholicMom .com and author of The Handbook for Catholic Moms and A Book of Saints for Catholic Moms . She gives workshops on faith, family, and Catholic new-media topics . Hendey lives with her family in fresno, California .

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Simplifying the SoulLenten Practices to Renew Your SpiritPaula Hustonaward-winning author and Benedictine oblate Paula Huston invites readers to de-clutter their minds, hearts, relationships, and souls in a book of daily lenten practices woven from the gospels, the Desert fathers, and the author’s own wealth of spiritual experience .


Bringing Lent Home with Mother TeresaPrayers, Reflections, and Activities for Families Donna-Marie Cooper O’BoylePopular author and eWTn host Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle presents a daily devotional companion for families with young children . She illustrates how to bring lent home, doing “small things with great love” under the guidance of the Blessed Mother Teresa .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-286-9, 96 pages, $2.50

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Sacred Space for Lent 2013The Irish Jesuitsa trusted daily lenten prayer resource, the seventh annual Sa-cred Space for Lent is drawn from the wildly popular Jesuit web-site sacredspace .ie and the bestselling series of Sacred Space books . It is the engaging, life-filled companion Christians desire for their lenten journey .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-339-2, 128 pages, $1.75Available November 2012

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Exploring Advent with Luke Four Questions for Spiritual Growth Timothy ClaytonIn this fresh, new contemplative advent companion, Timothy Clayton guides readers into a scriptural exploration of the events leading up to the birth of Christ . He deftly shows how luke com-posed this first chapter of his gospel to deepen understand-ing of the birth of Jesus and how meditation on the questions posed by its main characters can help resolve issues that hin-der the joy of Christmas . Designed to be used on a weekly basis through advent and during the Twelve Days of Christmas, this reflective guide is ideal for individual and small-group use . Clay-ton’s insight is reminiscent of Henri nouwen or Thomas Merton, and brings the story of Christ’s birth to life anew .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-304-0, 192 pages, $13.95Available September 2012

O Radiant Dawn5-Minute Prayers around the Advent WreathLisa M. HendeyMarked with a noble simplicity worthy of the season, this daily prayer book is created for use around an advent wreath in Catholic households of any configuration . It contains twenty-eight devo-tional services, each designed to last only five minutes—an achiev-able goal for busy families . The single-page service includes: 1) a simple candle lighting, 2) a brief scripture passage paired with a re-flection question for adults and older children and one for younger children, 3) silence, and 4) a closing prayer . Rooted in scriptural im-ages of light, the booklet can be used perennially .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-299-9, 32 pages, $1.25 Available September 2012

New Lower Price!Sacred Space for Advent and the Christmas Season 2012-2013The Irish Jesuits

Drawn from the wildly popular Jesuit website sacredspace .ie and the best-selling series of Sacred Space books, these short daily prayers are ground-ed in Ignatian spirituality and offer busy adults a portable, accessible, and thought-provoking prayer companion for advent .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-295-1, 96 pages, $1.25 Available September 2012

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The Pillars of faith series, written by Msgr . Peter J . Vaghi, is a Catechism-based cat-echetical series that provides RCIa candidates and all adults seeking lifelong faith formation with a concise, accessible, and thorough introduction to the founda-tional categories of the Catholic tradition: creed, sacraments, morality, and prayer .

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J.VaghiThe Faith We ProfessA Catholic Guide to the Apostles’ CreedForeword by Cardinal Donald W. Wuerl

The Faith We Profess offers a simple introduction to Catholicism blending sound Catholic teaching with scripture, the wisdom of the saints, literature, and per-sonal anecdotes .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-177-0, 160 pages, $13.95 Also available as an eBook.

The Sacraments We CelebrateA Catholic Guide to the Seven Mysteries of FaithForeword by Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan

at a time when Mass attendance, Confession, and the number of Catholic wed-dings are declining, Msgr . Peter Vaghi presents clear and accessible teaching on the sacraments from the latest official teaching of the Church .


The Commandments We KeepA Catholic Guide to Living a Moral LifeForeword by Cardinal Edwin F. O’Brien

The Commandments We Keep unpacks the Ten Commandments by discovering how they were understood in the Old Testament, understanding how Christ ful-filled them in his life and teaching, and examining the personal and practical im-plications of each commandment for life today .


The Prayer We OfferA Catholic Guide to Communion with GodForeword by Cardinal Séan O’Malley, O.F.M. Cap.

In this final book in the four-volume Pillars of the faith series, Msgr . Peter J . Vaghi illuminates scripture, the Catechism, and the writings of Benedict XVI to help readers begin or deepen their life of prayer .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-294-4, 160 pages, $12.95

Pillars of Faith (4-Volume Set)

ISBN: 978-1-59471-288-3, 608 pages (in 4 volumes), $45.95

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The Seeker’s CatechismThe Basics of CatholicismMichael PennockIdeal for adults or teens interested in becoming Catholic through RCIa, preparing for Confirmation, returning to the Church, or sim-ply wanting to begin a closer examination of the faith, this book makes an ideal gift for seekers as they begin to explore or work to enhance their understanding of Catholicism and deepen their relationships with god .


Choosing to Be CatholicFor the First Time or Once AgainWilliam O’Malley, S.J.In this revised edition, Jesuit priest, master-teacher, and bestsell-ing author of thirty-seven books William J . O’Malley, S .J ., prompts seekers and skeptics alike to ask a new set of questions as they hunger and search for god . He demonstrates once again his uncanny ability to approach the human quest for god with re-freshingly frank discourse as he sorts out the Hows, Whys, and So whats of being Catholic . With razor-sharp focus, O’Malley of-fers a cultured and deeply personal argument for Catholicism to those curious about joining the Church, those wondering if they should stay, and those “vacationing” from it .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-343-9, 256 pages, $14.95 Available November 2012

This Is Our FaithA Catholic Catechism for AdultsMichael Pennockan excellent, readily accessible primer of Catholic doctrine . ar-ranged according to the four pillars of the Catechism of the Catholic Church and correlated to it, this book follows a dynamic question-and-answer format . Specifically designed for Catholic adults, for those new to the church, and those journeying through the RCIa .


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Together for LifeCelebrating and Living the SacramentJoseph M. Champlin with Peter A. Jarret, C.S.C.With over 9 million copies sold, Together for Life is the top-selling Catholic marriage planning resource . It now boasts rich catecheti-cal material and the new liturgical texts for weddings required by the Roman Missal, Third Edition .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-282-1, 128 pages, $3.95

Through Death to LifePreparing to Celebrate the Funeral MassJoseph M. Champlin

This comprehensive guide brings together in one place all the offi-cial liturgical texts needed for planning a Catholic funeral Mass, pro-viding a practical tool for priests, deacons, and lay pastoral ministers as they help grieving Catholics plan the funeral of a loved one .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-283-8, 128 pages, $3.95

The Rite of Marriagenewly designed and updated with the approved texts from the Ro-man Missal, Third Edition, this all-in-one wedding resource for parish ministers directly corresponds to the new edition of Together for Life . It contains 15 corresponding tabs along with a complete set of 88 ritual cards with prayers, readings, blessings, and other texts for the marriage rite .

RITE OF MARRIAgE COMPLETE SET • 88MarriageRiteCards•CeremonialBinderISBN: 978-1-59471-271-5, $62.95

RITE OF MARRIAgE RITUAL CARDS• Boxedsetof88ritecards• Eachcardcontainsasinglescripturereading,prayer,orblessing

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Together in the SpiritCelebrating and Living the Sacrament of ConfirmationRobert F. Morneau and Mike Grzeca

adult and high-school confirmation candidates benefit from the spiritual wisdom of leading pastoral figure and bestselling author Bishop Robert f . Morneau and Deacon Mike grzeca . This simple companion for prayer, reflection, and personal growth enhances spiritual preparation for and joyful celebration of the sacrament .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-230-2, 128 pages, $4.95

Together at BaptismPreparing, Celebrating, and Living the SacramentRobert M. Hamma

This parish favorite from Robert Hamma is the perfect tool for par-ent formation and for preparing the baptismal liturgy . new down-loadable tools help parish leaders train parents to connect the sacrament with everyday life and better understand their role as their child’s first catechists .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-297-5, 128 pages, $3.95

The Funeral Mass and Rite of Committalnow with the approved texts from the Roman Missal, Third Edition, this easy-to-use set brings together all of the prayers, scripture readings, and blessings a priest needs for celebrating the funeral Mass . Over 100 cards will be updated as a result of the new missal .

FUNERAL MASS AND RITE OF COMMITTAL COMPLETE SETISBN:978-1-59471-000-1,169cardsandbinder,$74.95

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The Charism of Priestly CelibacyInstitute for Church LifeEdited by John C. CavadiniThe value of celibacy is often questioned, yet recent surveys of priests demonstrate that more than 75 percent of them feel personally called to celibacy and find it a source of grace in their lives . This rich collection of reflections was present-ed as a symposium at the University of notre Dame in 2012 and offers both priests and lay Catholics a deeper, theologi-cally based appreciation of celibacy as a charism or gift of the Holy Spirit . With contributions from leading authorities in scripture, Church history, theology, pastoral leadership, and psychology, this collection offers what one contributor describes as a “reversal of mindset,” a reframing of the issue for today .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-361-3, 192 pages, $15.95 Available October 2012

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Why Priests Are HappyA Study of the Psychological and Spiritual Health of PriestsStephen J. RossettiForeword by John L. Allen Jr.In this groundbreaking, peer-reviewed study, Msgr . Stephen J . Rossetti, the leading american authority on the Catholic priesthood and former director of Saint luke’s Institute, reveals the unexpected results of a recent study of nearly 2,500 priests in the United States .


Born of the EucharistA Spirituality for PriestsEdited by Stephen J. RossettiMsgr . Stephen J . Rossetti weaves together reflections on the eucharist from over twenty notable contributors, including the late Cardinal avery Dulles and Cardinal Donald Wuerl . This book makes an ideal gift for priests and seminarians, as well as interested laity seeking inspiration from priestly devotion to the eucharist .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-217-3, 192 pages, $16.95

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Stages on the RoadSigrid UndsetForeword by Elizabeth ScaliaStages on the Road is a series of essays about the relation-ship between the Church and the modern world . In the spirit of g . K . Chesterton and C . S . lewis, Undset points to inconsistencies, hypocrisies, and blind spots of the mod-ern secular mindset by introducing readers to the stories of somewhat-forgotten Catholic figures like St . angela Merici and the english martyrs Margaret Clitherow and Robert Southwell—people who stood fast to their faith in the face of both intellectual and political hostility . Un-dset tackles such topics as religious freedom, Christian-Muslim relations, and the vocation of women .

ISBN: 978-0-87061-258-9, 256 pages, $16.95Available Now

“an energetic, passionate voice—one that urges the faithful onward, and onward still, through brambles of history and passing modern trends, toward a Truth that is startlingly alive .”

Elizabeth ScaliaThe Anchoress at Patheos.com

Jesus ChristusRomano GuardiniForeword by Robert KriegRomano guardini, widely recognized as the theological mentor of Joseph Ratzinger (Pope Benedict XVI), offers a series of meditations on the life of Christ in a similar vein to the Pope’s Jesus of nazareth series .

ISBN: 978-0-87061-257-2, 128 pages, $12.95Available Now

“guardini invites us to enter into the mystery of Christ and experience the mysteries of god that are forever challenging us .”

Rev. Eugene F. HemrickDirector, National Institute for the Renewal of the Priesthood

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Let Us Be What We AreThe Joys and Challenges of Living the Little WayClarence J. EnzlerForeword by Msgr. John EnzlerThis final work from Clarence enzler offers a glimpse into the life of a Christian disciple facing his own mortality and reflecting on holi-ness, family, and the saints—in particular St . Thérèse of lisieux, to whom enzler had a great devotion .

ISBN: 978-0-87061-256-5, 192 pages, $12.95

My Other SelfConversations with Christ on Living Your FaithClarence J. EnzlerForeword by Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R.Modeled on the fifteenth-century classic The Imitation of Christ, this new edition of a little-known enzler masterwork is revived for mod-ern Christians . This new edition includes an introduction from the author’s son, Msgr . John enzler .


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The Mass of the Roman RiteIts Origins and DevelopmentJoseph A. Jungmann, S.J.The fruit of over a decade of painstaking research, The Mass of the Roman Rite is a magisterial treatment of ev-ery part of the Mass: its form, its history, its theology . Joseph Jungmann’s towering work is a comprehensive study of the origins, evolution, and theology of the Mass from its earliest forms to the dawn of Vatican II . This new edition includes an important revised chapter on the comingling of the eucharistic species unavailable in the previous two-volume set .

HardcoverSetISBN:978-0-87061-271-8,1056pages,$90.00 Paperback Set ISBN: 978-0-87061-274-9, 1056 pages, $49.95Available November 2012

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Out of SolitudeThree Meditations on the Christian LifeHenri J.M. NouwenForeword by Thomas MooreThree beautifully written, scripture-based meditations show how it was in solitude that Jesus found the courage to follow god’s will, not his own—the core of the Christian life and a message of profound importance .


Can You Drink the Cup?Henri J.M. NouwenForeword by Ron HansenHenri J .M . nouwen reflects upon the metaphor of the cup, using the imag-es of holding, lifting, and drinking to articulate the basics of the spiritual life .


Thomas Merton: A Life in LettersThe Essential CollectionThomas MertonIn this expert distillation of Thomas Merton’s letters, we are offered a unique lens through which to relive the spiritual and social upheavals of the twentieth century while encountering wisdom that is still relevant for our world today .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-256-2, 416 pages, $18.95

A Book of HoursThomas MertonEdited by Kathleen DeignanMerton’s voluminous writings have been arranged into prayers for Dawn, Day, Dusk, and Dark for each of the days of the week . A Book of Hours al-lows for a slice of monastic contemplation in the midst of hectic modern life, with psalms, prayers, readings, and reflections .


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Classics with Commentary, a series in the Christian Classics line devoted to rediscovering classic Christian literature, mines the depths of the rich tradition of Christian spirituality . Criti-cal translations accompanied by thought-provoking commentary by Dennis Billy, C .Ss .R ., and probing questions revitalize these works for today’s generation of spiritual seekers .

Abandonment to Divine ProvidenceJean-Pierre de CaussadeThis classic work of Christian spirituality emboldens modern readers to see god’s care and concern for them in the joys and challenges of everyday life .

ISBN: 978-0-87061-253-4, 192 pages, $17.95


The Imitation of Christ Thomas à KempisWilliam Creasy’s accessible translation of this timeless Christian classic is paired with Dennis Billy’s insightful commentary and thought-provoking reflection questions . Readers will find this a wise and helpful guide in navigating the joys and perils of the Christian life .

ISBN: 978-0-87061-234-3, 272 pages, $15.95


Interior CastleTeresa of AvilaThe classic e . allison Peers translation of this Christian favorite is united with fresh spiritual commentary, making it the only edition of Teresa of avila’s classic to re-main faithful to her mystical vision while providing spiritual nourishment .

ISBN: 978-0-87061-241-1, 320 pages, $17.95


Spiritual Friendship Aelred of RievaulxWritten in the twelfth century by Cistercian abbot aelred of Rievaulx, Spiritual Friendship invites readers to enter into one of the great works of the Christian tra-dition that sees friendship as a key to spiritual growth and true happiness .

ISBN: 978-0-87061-242-8, 160 pages, $15.95


Visits to the Most Holy Sacrament and to Most Holy MaryAlphonsus de LiguoriThe first complete and faithful english translation from its original Italian of Visits to the Most Holy Sacrament and to Most Holy Mary, a devotional classic by St . al-phonsus de liguori .

ISBN: 978-0-87061-244-2, 160 pages, $17.95

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Heart to HeartA Cardinal Newman Prayer BookJohn Henry NewmanHeart to Heart is a comprehensive gathering of the luminous prayers of the newly beatified Cardinal John Henry newman . The only newman prayer book, it is ideal for both those who love newman’s work and for those getting to know newman for the first time .


Newman 101An Introduction to the Life and Philosophy of John Cardinal NewmanRoderick Strangean accessible introduction to the thought of the popular and widely studied philosopher, Blessed John Cardinal newman, from his controversial conversion to Catholicism to his highly respected publications on Church philosophy .

ISBN: 978-0-87061-247-3, 192 pages, $15.95

Aquinas 101A Basic Introduction to the Thought of Saint Thomas AquinasFrancis SelmanThis brief, engaging, and readable summary of the influen-tial thought of St . Thomas aquinas takes complex, confusing topics and thoughtfully, yet clearly, summarizes the legacy of one of the Catholic Church’s greatest minds .

ISBN: 978-0-87061-243-5, 224 pages, $16.95

“In these pages, we meet newman the spiritual mas-ter, gracious and compassionate, intelligent and so, so beautiful to read .”

Mike AquilinaCoauthor of Take Five: Meditations with John Henry Newman

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Summa TheologiaeA Concise TranslationSt. Thomas AquinasEdited by Timothy McDermottThe real meat of St. Thomas Aquinas has been captured here with re-markable good judgment, and it is in fact a fresh and stimulating expe-rience to read Aquinas’ doctrine on a given point gathered all together .

W. Norris Clarke, S.J.Fordham University, International Philosophical Quarterly

HARDCOVER ISBN: 978-0-87061-211-4, 652 pages, $59.95 PAPERBACK ISBN: 978-0-87061-210-7, 652 pages, $42.50

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Butler’s Lives of the SaintsAlban ButlerEdited, Revised, and Supplemented by Herbert J. Thurston, S.J., and Donald AttwaterThis four-volume set was revised in 1956 to encompass 2,565 saints compared to the original 1,486 . Readers will find every page full of truths central to Christianity and underlying themes of Christian love .

Complete Four-Volume Set HARDCOVER SET ISBN: 978-0-87061-045-5, 2,932 pages, $159.95 PAPERBACK SET ISBN: 978-0-87061-137-7, 2,932 pages, $109.95

Summa TheologicaComplete English Edition in Five VolumesSt. Thomas AquinasSumma Theologica, St . Thomas aquinas’ brilliant synthesis of Christian thought, has had a decisive and permanent impact on philosophy and religion since the thirteenth century . This complete english edi-tion was translated by the priests of the english Dominican Province .

Complete Five-Volume Set HARDCOVER SET ISBN: 978-0-87061-063-9, 3,022 pages, $245.00 PAPERBACK SET ISBN: 978-0-87061-069-1, 3,022 pages, $165.00

PatrologyJohannes QuastenOffers an accessible summary of four centuries of Church fathers and their literature . These valuable reference volumes cover Clem-ent of Rome through the latin writers during the time of Pope leo the great .

Complete Four-Volume Paperback Set: ISBN: 978-0-87061-141-4, 2,162 pages, $149.95Individualvolumesalsoavailable.Visitwww.avemariapress.comformoredetails.

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30Days with a greatSpiritual teacher

Edited by John Kirvan | Series foreword by Caroline Myss

each book in the 30 Days with a great Spiritual Teacher series provides a month of daily read-ings from one of Christianity’s most beloved spiritual guides . for each day there is a brief and accessible morning meditation drawn from the mystic’s writings, a simple mantra for use throughout the day, and a night prayer to focus one’s thoughts as the day ends .

“These spiritual teachers can help us to turn prayer into conversation with god, and the most mundane occasions become meetings with god in our neighbors .”

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All Will Be WellJulian of Norwich

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Let Nothing Disturb YouTeresa of Avila

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Peace of HeartFrancis of Assisi

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Set Your Heart FreeFrancis de Sales

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Simply SurrenderThérèse of Lisieux

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True SerenityThomas à Kempis

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Where Only Love Can GoThe Cloud of Unknowing

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You Shall Not WantThe Psalms

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Day by DayThe Notre Dame Prayerbook for StudentsWilliam G. Storey, D.M.S., and Thomas McNally, C.S.C.Foreword by Theodore Hesburgh, C.S.C.With half a million copies sold since its inception, Day by Day is the beloved prayerbook that notre Dame students, alumni, and friends trust to deepen their prayer lives and expand their un-derstanding of god . This collection of prayers is the perfect gift for college students, high school graduates, and Confirmation candidates .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-018-6, 224 pages, $9.95

The Notre Dame Book of PrayerOffice of Campus Ministry Edited by Heidi SchlumpfThe vibrant Catholic spirituality of the University of notre Dame and the sacred places on its beloved campus come alive in this inspiring collection of prayers, reflections, and meditative photos fit for every occasion .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-196-1, 320 pages, $27.95

5 Minutes with ChristSpiritual Nourishment for Busy TeachersEdited by Lou DelFra, C.S.C., and Ann Primus BerendsIn these gospel reflections, educators will find comfort and strength in the life of Christ the Teacher . The contributing authors draw from their own teaching experiences to provide personal and insightful reflections into what it means to be a Christian teacher with the challenges that each day brings .


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Pathway to Our HeartsA Simple Approach to Lectio Divina with the Sermon on the MountArchbishop Thomas Collins

“archbishop Collins combines two rare gifts: a vivid, engaging style and a deep understanding of Scripture . This book is a mar-velous introduction to the ancient Christian tradition of lectio divina (sacred reading), and a real treasure for meditation on the Word of god . for any Christian longing for a deeper experi-ence of prayer, the author opens the door to a richer daily life rooted in the Sermon on the Mount .”

Most Rev. Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap.Archbishop of Denver


Living the RosaryFinding Your Life in the MysteriesJohn Phalen, C.S.C.Rev . John Phalen, C .S .C ., invites readers to experience god’s presence in their daily lives through Rosary devotion . Living the Rosary employs scripture, the lives of the saints, and Phalen’s pastoral experiences to lead readers into a deep appreciation of the personal import of the mysteries of the Rosary .


Sacred SpaceThe Prayer Book 2013The Irish JesuitsWith eight years of successful sales, Sacred Space: The Prayer Book 2013 is the annual daily prayer book for busy Catholics . Since 2005, Sacred Space books have sold over 300,000 copies and continue to provide insightful, valuable daily meditations in the rich tradition of lectio divina (sacred reading) and Igna-tian spirituality .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-307-1, 384 pages, $15.95 Available October 2012

“The website Sacred Space has been helping millions to pray for some years . now ave Maria Press makes these very helpful and easily usable prayer-helps available in handsome and accessible form . What a great service to god’s people!”

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I Want to See God & I Am a Daughter of the Church Complete SetP. Marie-Eugène, O.C.D.

I Want to See God and its companion I Am a Daughter of the Church are written works of father Marie-eugène of the Child Jesus, O .C .D . a synthesis of rich doc-trinal teachings with the sureness born of a deep contemplative experience, this set offers a vital doctrine to men and women . Bringing to light the dynam-ics of baptismal grace, father Marie-eugène opens up the paths of contempla-tion and holiness to all in the midst of ordinary life . Both books illustrate the untiring search for god through time and the need for reliable spiritual masters .

ISBN: 978-0-87061-134-6, 1,228 pages, $56.00Alsoavailableindividually.Visitwww.avemariapress.comfordetails.

The Way of PrayerLearning to Pray with the Our Father Teresa of Avila

This simple guide on how to pray offers today’s Christians—whether novices or veterans—sensible insight on the practice of prayer and meditation . Read-able, personal, and practical, Teresa’s commentary is a wonderful way to dis-cover the passion and the wisdom of this beloved woman mystic .

ISBN: 978-0-87061-246-6, 178 pages, $12.95

Finding God in All ThingsA Companion to the Spiritual Exercises of St. IgnatiusWilliam A. Barry, S.J.

Finding God in All Things gives new life to the spirituality of St . Ignatius and il-luminates the transforming power of the exercises . Written by a renowned ex-pert on spirituality and prayer, this book is an ideal resource for parish retreats, spiritual formation courses, and as RCIa supplementary reading .


Opening to GodA Guide to PrayerThomas Green, S.J.

In this concise and practical introduction to prayer, fr . green, a Jesuit mission-ary and spiritual director, reveals prayer to be a passageway to new spiritual terrain, accessible to all who want to cultivate a more meaningful prayer rela-tionship with god .


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Full of GraceMiraculous Stories of Healing and Conversion through Mary’s IntercessionChristine WatkinsForeword by Robert Faricy, S.J.

In this collection of riveting true stories, Catholic spiritual director Christine Watkins inspires readers with stories of conversion and healing linked to Mary’s apparitions at Medjugorje .


The Reed of GodA New Edition of a Spiritual ClassicCaryll Houselander

“This wonderful book gives us a privileged peek into the soul of a holy woman as she engages beautiful biblical texts in prayer . In ways witty and winsome, Houselander teaches us to unite our will with god’s will, as the Blessed Virgin Mary did .”

Scott HahnPope Benedict XVI Chair of Biblical Theology and Liturgical Proclamation,

St. Vincent Seminary


Medjugorje Day by DayA Daily Meditation Book Based on the Messages of Our Lady of MedjugorjeRichard J. Beyer

This book offers a program of daily meditations on the messages of Our lady and the words of sacred scripture, and also suggests a meaningful way to put Our lady’s words into practice .


The Seven Sorrows of MaryA Meditative GuideJoel Giallanza, C.S.C.

This resource offers a contemporary spirituality of this traditional devotion, highlighting seven moments of suffering in Mary’s life, from Jesus’ infancy to his death on golgotha .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-176-3, 128 pages, $10.95

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“I recommend this book to all who know Holy Cross so that they can share in our spiritual heritage and be companions with us in our journey to holiness .”

Br. Thomas A. Dziekan, C.S.C.Vicar General, Congregation of Holy Cross

Directory of Devotional PrayerCongregation of Holy Crossfor the first time in over sixty years, the Congregation of Holy Cross has produced a new prayer book for the priests and brothers of the Congregation and the thou-sands of Catholics who are the recipients of the educa-tion and ministry of Holy Cross parishes and schools .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-300-2, 256 pages, $14.95

The First Holy Cross Saint!Brother AndréFriend of the Suf-fering, Apostle of Saint JosephJean-Guy DubucForeword by Mario Lachapelle, C.S.C.

More than seventy years after his death, the newly canonized Saint andré Bessette, C .S .C ., remains be-loved for his mercy to the sick, for his de-votion to St . Joseph, and for his role in the construction of the majestic Oratory of St . Joseph in Montreal, which continues to be visited by millions of pilgrims each year .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-190-9, 260 pages, $16.95

Basil MoreauFounder of Holy CrossGary MacEoinForeword by Hugh Cleary, C.S.C.

The story of father Basil Moreau, the founder of the Con-gregation of Holy

Cross—a story of war, persecution, contro-versy, and sacrifice—comes to life in a bi-ography written by Catholic journalist gary Maceoin .

ISBN: 978-1-59471-133-6, 256 pages, with 8-page photo insert, $15.95

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