Discipleship
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Holy Moments : A Handbook For The Rest Of Your Life
$24.95Add to cartYou have so much more to offer. You know it. You have sensed it for some time now. This sacred truth has been bubbling up in your soul. But you have never known quite what to do about it. All that is about to change.
Some ideas are so powerful that simply becoming aware of them changes our lives forever. Holy Moments is such an idea. It is profoundly simple, astonishingly practical, and once you discover it your life will finally makes sense. It’s time to let Holy Moments show you what is possible. It is time to explore your soul-potential.
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How To Be His
$18.95Add to cartThis thirty-three-day dedication is a powerhouse of grace to help you grow in loving union with Jesus in the Holy Eucharist to experience and foster an ongoing Eucharistic revival.
Taste the richness of the Church’s teaching on the Real Presence.
As you grow in Eucharistic wisdom and amazement, you will savor the writings of saints who were great lovers of the Blessed Sacrament-including John Paul II, Charles de Foucauld, Peter Julian Eymard, John of the Cross, Pier Giorgio Frassati, Teresa of Calcutta, Manuel Garcia Gonzalez, and Catherine of Siena-and absorb fresh insights through penetrating reflections about them.
Additionally, you will meditate on the mystery of God’s Word and thereby drink at the source of divine revelation to ignite your interior life.
As you let the Eucharistic Heart of Jesus transform you, you will learn:
*How to fall in love with our Eucharistic Lord and “waste time” with Him
*The secret to releasing God’s healing power and grace in your life and in the world
*How Holy Communion and Eucharistic Adoration will help you grow from virtue to virtue
*Ways obedience to God’s Word opens your heart to a flood of Eucharistic graces
*The connection between Eucharistic devotion, love of the poor, and charitable worksThis must-read book includes short reflection questions at the end of each chapter, a sample dedication prayer, and potent Eucharistic prayers and is ideal for parish, small-group, and personal enrichment. The profound meditations in its pages will inspire you to give Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament the time, reverence, love, and adoration that He deserves from you. They will urge you to more fruitful preparation for Mass and thanksgiving after Mass and, above all, will guide you in deepening your personal relationship with Jesus and stirring you to become intentional about promoting Eucharistic Adoration.
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I Heard God Laugh
$25.00Add to cartIs Your Life Working?
Most of us are trying to put together the jigsaw puzzle we call life without a very important piece. Over time this becomes incredibly frustrating. In this extraordinary book, Matthew Kelly powerfully demonstrates that we cannot live the life we have imagined, or experience the joy we yearn for, unless we learn to tend the soul. From there, with his classic style of practical wisdom, he teaches us how to remedy this problem.
When our bodies are hungry, our stomachs growl. When our souls are hungry, we become irritable, restless, confused, overwhelmed, exhausted, anxious, discontent, and tend to focus on the things that matter least and neglect the things that matter most.
Are you taking care of your soul? Are you feeding it and nurturing it? Or are you ignoring it and neglecting it? The reality is, most people have never really been taught how to tend their souls. I Heard God Laugh will help you to do just that, and so much more.
If you ever wondered how Matthew Kelly has been able to write and speak the way he has over the past three decades, he is about to share his secret with you. As he shares what transformed his life, along with intimate details of his own journey and struggle, he teaches us how to apply the great spiritual lessons learned to our own lives.
At every turn he floods the reader with hope and demonstrates unmistakably that the best is yet to come!
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Imitation Of Christ
$29.99Add to cartRead the same wisdom that has inspired many great saints.
Since the beginning of creation, men and women have been made to share in the very life of God. Yet the constant call to holiness is often met with the distractions and temptations of the world.
The Imitation of Christ, by Thomas a Kempis, speaks directly to this struggle: How can we live in the world while pursuing Christ and a life of holiness?
Rooted in Scripture, The Imitation of Christ offers practical wisdom for daily Christian living, helping us loosen our grip on worldly concerns so that we may hold fast to Christ.
This spiritual masterpiece has shaped the lives of countless saints like St. Teresa of Avila, St. Thomas More, St. Ignatius of Loyola and continues to guide ordinary people in their every walk of life.
Written with an exclusive translation, Ascension’s edition of The Imitation of Christ presents all the teachings of this classic in a fresh, accessible way, making it the perfect companion for anyone seeking to grow in prayer, faith, and intimacy with Jesus.
This special edition includes:
*Expert commentary to illuminate and contextualize the text
*An exclusive English translation by Fr. Dylan Schrader which is faithful to the original translation, yet accessible for today’s reader
*Beautiful sacred art insert of Christ the King from Ascension’s Sacred Art Collection of Holy Men and Women by Tianna Williams
*A general introduction to set the stage for your reading
*Elegant design with a hard, leatherlike cover, foil stamping, and a ribbon bookmark-ideal for prayer, reflection, and daily use
While reading The Imitation of Christ, you will draw closer to God through wisdom that has inspired saints for centuries, and walking step by step toward a life more fully united with Christ.
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Leaven Of The Saints
$19.95Add to cartThe kingdom of heaven is like leaven which a woman took and hid in three measures of meal, till it was all leavened. –Matthew 13:33
How can we be part of the kingdom of heaven here and now and spread it to others, like leaven causing a lump of dough to rise and expand?
Just look at the lives of the saints. Over the past two millennia, the Church has recognized thousands of men and women who have loved and imitated Christ so wholeheartedly that they transformed the world around them–as they were transformed themselves.
The saints have come from every background, people, and era. They have been rich and poor, healthy and sick, single and married, members of the clergy and of the laity. The Leaven of the Saints groups them according to the kind of Christian witness they have given the world–as martyrs, Fathers and Doctors of the Church, priests and religious, popes and bishops, national heroes, founders of religious orders, married persons, and more.
The vastness of this work reveals an important truth: that each saint is a unique individual with a unique mission to grow in the knowledge and love of Christ and to make him better known and loved in the world.
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Make Today Matter
$17.95Add to cart2019 Illumination Book Awards, Gold in Self-Help/Recovery 2018 Independent Press Award, Distinguished Favorite: Inspiration
As mentioned by Forbes!
Everybody wants to live a better life. Whether we are graduating college or encountering post-retirement opportunities and challenges, we want to stay on track and contribute to what is good, inspiring, and helpful in the world. But how?
Chris Lowney, a popular speaker on leadership, corporate ethics, and decision making, wants to share with you his ten simple, daily habits that will help you build a better life one day–one moment–at a time. Lowney outlines how to implement these ten simple habits and practices in the fast-changing and everchallenging reality of our daily lives. And he illustrates how these small things performed every day will not only change us for the better but, through our individual influence, make the world better too.
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Mary And The Interior Life
$18.99Add to cartDid you know that the whole world needs your “yes” to God?
In this book, Fr. Jeremiah Shryock shares how he learned this awesome truth from his personal relationship with Mary, and how we too can learn from her how to follow Christ with all of our hearts.
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My Life With The Jedi
$19.99Add to cartIn a galaxy very near and brimming with possibility…
In My Life with the Jedi, award-winning author Eric A. Clayton intertwines lessons learned from the Star Wars universe with profound spiritual truths, inviting readers on a journey that touches on the epic and the everyday. Dive into an interior galaxy where the mysteries of the Force meet the depths of Ignatian spirituality. Discover how hope–that ever-present virtue of Jedi and Rebels alike–leads to profound decision-making, renewed relationships, and a purpose-driven life.
Ideal for ardent Star Wars aficionados seeking deeper connections, spiritual pilgrims on a quest for enlightenment, and Christians craving a fresh perspective, My Life with the Jedi promises to be a beacon of wisdom in galaxies both near and far, far away.
This book is not endorsed, approved, or affiliated with George Lucas, Lucasfilm LTD, or The Walt Disney Company. The views expressed are solely those of the author. “Star Wars(TM)” is a registered trademark of Lucasfilm Ltd. and The Walt Disney Company.
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NextStep Volume 2
$14.95Add to cartIn Nexstep, Volume 2, you are invited to continue your journey of growing in discipleship, delving more deeply into the freedom and victory that Jesus provides over “every burden and sin that clings to us” (Hebrews 12:1). You will also discover how the seven sacraments immerse us in the life of Christ and little by little transform us into His likeness.
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Pocket Guide To Overcoming The Seven Deadly Sins
$24.99Add to cartPocket Guide to Overcoming the Seven Deadly Sins is a beautiful, prayerful book by Fr. Josh Johnson that helps readers better understand the ways sin affects them in their daily lives, gives practical guidance and accompaniment, and reminds them of the power of surrendering to God in these areas and enlisting his help on the journey.
The small but powerful book by Fr. Josh Johnson helps Catholics learn how to overcome patterns of sin and strengthen their relationship with God as a result.
Fr. Josh leads readers through a 7-day plan using his exclusive 3Rs system: Resolving to grow in the virtues that oppose the sin by using Scripture, renouncing the lie, and remembering God’s love. This 7-day plan for each vice helps Catholics conquer the battle against that particular sin and grow in virtue.
Begin the journey as Fr. Josh accompanies Catholics in a gentle way on:
*What each of the seven deadly sins are
*How to identify if one struggles with a type of sin
*How to strengthen the fight against sin through prayer
*Reflection questions to help readers understand the sin’s effects
*The practical 7-day challenge and tips for overcoming each individual sin
*A daily examination of conscience to help readers evaluate wins and growth areas.Ultimately, Catholics will be inspired to seek God’s grace, forgiveness, and help as they battle against the effects of sin in their lives.
Not only does this resource help readers better understand the ways sin affects them in their daily lives, but it also reminds them of the power of surrendering to God in our struggles, and enlisting his help on the journey.
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Queen Of The Cosmos (Revised)
$17.99Add to cart“The Blessed Mother has been permitted by God to come here [because] she knows what is coming in the future. She is calling all Gods children back on the path to Heaven.” Ivan Dragicevic, a visionary over twenty years ago, in the tiny mountain village of Medjugorje, Bosnia, six young people began to report seeing visions of the Virgin Mary. Since then, the beauty of Heaven and the importance of prayer, conversion, and reconciliation have been revealed to them through Marys appearances. Queen of the Cosmos provides an opportunity to hear the messages of the mother of Christ through in-depth interviews with the six visionaries of Medjugorje. Their experiences have changed the lives of thousands of people who have found truth, encouragement, and solace in the words of the Blessed Mother. This new edition includes an afterword by the author, giving an update on both the lives of the visionaries and the visions they receive.
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Real Life With Mary
$18.95Add to cartGrow in virtue and friendship with Mary through the chaos of life with these spirited, down-to-earth reflections by Kelsey Gillespy, author of In the Trenches. In this witty and profound guide to Christian discipleship for women, Gillespy contemplates the virtues of Mary and proposes practical and powerful ways to magnify the Lord–by folding laundry, raising kids, or training for elite athletics. Formatted for personal reflection or group discussion, Real Life with Mary features short chapters, discussion questions, and prayers.
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Rediscover Catholicism : A Spiritual Guide To Living With Passion And Purpo
$17.95Add to cartOver the past 20 years, Matthew Kelly has seen more of the world than most presidents and more of the Church than most bishops. Now, in this unique and timely book, he proposes that Catholicism is not a lifeless set of rules and regulations, but a way of life designed by God to help each person reach his or her full potential. With remarkable insight, Kelly dispels dozens of myths that surround the rejection of Catholicism today and provides a profound and practical vision of what will lead the Catholic Church to thrive again in the future. Rediscover Catholicism is quickly becoming the most read catholic book of our times. From the spellbinding opening story, Kelly grips his readers and takes them on a life-changing journey to rediscover the genius of Catholicism.
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Return To The Heart
$24.95Add to cart“He is most intimately present to the human heart, but the heart has strayed from him. Return to your heart, then, you wrongdoers, and hold fast to him who made you.”-St. Augustine
St. Augustine’s Confessions is the first autobiography in Western literature and a perennial classic of rhetoric, philosophy, and theology. It is also one man’s journey away from and back to God, finding himself along the way. And though Augustine’s sin and his desires for love, happiness, and peace are his own, in them we can recognize aspects of our own experience.
Return to the Heart: The Biblical Spirituality of St. Augustine’s Confessions invites readers to follow in the footsteps of an enduring spiritual master. Bringing St. Augustine’s wisdom to a new generation, Shane Owens reveals that it is only in the heart-to-heart encounter with God that we become whole and understand ourselves.
Return to the Heart gives convincing testimony from St. Augustine to the reality that an ever-present God is at work in our lives to bring us to conversion-and to eternal life.
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Saint Joseph Tender Father
$12.95Add to cartSt. Joseph was an ordinary man who was chosen to celebrate the extraordinary. A devout husband, tender father, and skilled worker, he was completely dedicated to both his family and God’s will. In this book, Louise Perrotta invites you to meet and learn from this largely unnoticed saint who was called in a unique way to reveal God’s glory to the entire world. Encounter him in his struggles and triumphs and find how a simple life lived with integrity and faith can be the most impactful. Come to understand in a new way how St. Joseph is an excellent example for living a devout Christian life today.
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Saints : Becoming An Image Of Christ Every Day Of The Year
$27.95Add to cartSince Jesus told us to be perfect, and Vatican Council II emphasized a universal call to holiness for all Christians, how do we learn to do that? One great way is to learn from and pray with the saints of the Catholic Church. We can follow in the footsteps of the ordinary Catholic men and women who fought the good fight to be holy until the end of their lives – and won that fight. The saints have been the inspiration of faithful Catholics for hundreds of years because they show us what it looks like to follow Jesus Christ despite countless challenges and obstacles. This unique book contains short biographies of multiple saints for every day of the year, including an intercessory prayer to each saint. This helps the reader to learn about, and pray with, the numerous saints of the Church, the communion of saints whose personalities and challenges often resonate with our own. This collection also provides wonderful resource information to learn more about individual saints, inspiring quotes from saints, and detailed explanations of Catholic terms that often befuddle us. The saints in this collection come from every period in his- tory, countries, age ranges, and vocations. They show us that holiness truly is a path open to all who seek to follow Jesus Christ. By reading about the lives of the saints each day, we can learn how to apply their life lessons to our own daily challenges. By praying daily for their help, we can ask for their spiritual help and wisdom – and point ourselves toward Heaven, where we hope to spend eternity with God.
