The Avenel Dictionary of Saints
by Donald Attwater
In this alphabetical reference to the book of lives and legends of more that 750 saints, you will find these interesting facts:
In the twelfth century, St. Hildergard wrote, among other numerous works, a book of natural science and one on the human body
and its aliments, and she invented a language - a mixture of German and Latin.
Full of wisdom, kindness and sympathy, St. Simeon the Stylite lived for the last thirty-six years of his life on the platform twelve feet square, which rested on a pillar.
In Russia, yurodivy ("fools for Christ's sake") were ascetics characterized by their senseless behavior and shammed stupidity. One of these, St. Basil the Blessed, was a shoemakers apprentice who took good from shops and gave them away to the poor.
From Christ's apostles and Mary to those most recent canonized, the saints works, their feast days, emblems, and date of canonization are fully detailed. In addition to an informative introduction, you will find a bibliography for further reading a glossary of terms, and a separate listing of feast days.
St. Patrick - His Confessions & Other Works
Translated by Fr. Neil Xaviar O'Donoghue
Translated by Father Neil Xavier O\'Donoghue, St. Patrick: His Confession and Other Works from Catholic Book Publishing gives the reader an excellent perspective on this beloved Saint, making him even more relevant for modern times. This book details two of the Saint\'s written works: Confession and Letter to Coroticus, providing a deeper understanding of the Saint who converted Ireland. St. Patrick: His Confession and Other Works also provides the beautiful discourse by Pope John Paul II given in Drogheda, Ireland, and a newly composed Novena based on early Irish sources.
by St. Benedict
Modestly described by its author as "a little rule for beginners," this masterpiece of spiritual wisdom dates from the sixth century. It was originally intended as a manual for aspiring monks, a diverse group composed of serfs, scholars, shepherds, and sons of the nobility. St. Benedict's little book eventually developed into the preeminent monastic legislative code, a distinction it maintains to this day.
In addition to its importance in the organization and spread of Western monasticism, this volume also offers sound suggestions for readers outside the abbey. Benedict explores issues related to charity, personality, integrity, and spirituality. Mindful of human frailty, he counsels an ever-increasing self-discipline, supported by community worship. His teachings have guided readers from every walk of life for 1,500 years, encouraging and inspiring them with advice regarding the dignity of labor, the challenge of responsibility, and the proper use of resources.
Wisdom Distilled from the Daily: Living the Rule of St. Benedict Today
by Joan Chittister
Wise and enduring spiritual guidelines for everyday living –– as relevant today as when The Rule was originally conceived by St. Benedict in fifth century Rome.
Saint Anthony and Saint Jude: True Stories of Heavenly Help
by Mitch Finely
This book is about belief in the help of the saints. It is about recovering a wider sense of the community of faith, one that includes devotion to saints as heavenly intercessors with God.
Beginning with a brief explanation of the communion of saints, we are then introduced to St. Anthony of Padua and St. Jude and given a history of how devotion to these two saints became popular in the U.S.
St. Jude, the patron of lost causes, and St. Anthony of Padua, the finder of lost objects, are two saints who have attracted popular devotion and who have become fixtures in the pantheon of Catholic saints. This book features a selection of real-life stories garnered from people whose prayers to St. Anthony of Padua and St. Jude have been answered.
Mystics & Miracles: True Stories of Lives Touched by God
by Bert Ghezzi
Mystics and Miracles by Bert Ghezzi explores the lives and saintly miracles of twenty-four ordinary people chosen by God to do his extraordinary work. From visions and healing to prophecies and miracles, these mystics provide a direct connection between the human and the divine. Ghezzi's easy-to-understand writing style makes this collection of biographies ideal for anyone who wants to better understand the saints and the miracles they performed.
The Little Book of Saints
by Priva Hemenway
Everything you Need to Know About Every Saint You'll ever Need
by Sean Kelly and Rosemary Rogers
Hilarious and comprehensive, the ultimate guide to the universe of saints—and what each one means. Cross-referenced by birthdays, professions, and ailments, this is a must-have for any true believer with a proper sense of fun.
Your name . . . your birthday . . . your nationality . . . your job . . . your hobby, each entitles you to the Papally Prescribed, Perpetual Personal Protection of a Plethora of Powerful Patrons in Paradise.
Whatever your problem—social, sexual, or spiritual—or illness—mental or physical, chronic or acute—a Holy Host of Heavenly Helpers is at Hand.
And you don’t even have to be Catholic!
All you do need to discover the identities of Your Very Own Patron Saints, and to avail yourself of their Guaranteed Supernatural Assistance, is this Blessed Book.
• Religiously researched!
• Fanatically comprehensive!
• Compulsively cross-indexed!
• Incredibly credulous!
The Story of a Soul Saint Thérèse of Lisieux
by Saint Thérèse of Lisieux
The Story of a Soul, the autobiography of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, is a spiritual classic and is one of the most beautiful autobiographies ever written. Sister Thérèse wrote this autobiography out of obedience to Mother Agnes of Jesus (her religious superior who was also her sister, Pauline). Her autobiography reveals her deep love of God and draws the reader into the beautiful workings of grace within her soul.
Conversations of the Saints: Words of Wisdom from God's Chosen
by Bernard-Marie O.F.S. and Jean Huscenot F.E.C.
Succinct, yet meaningful; spontaneous, yet profound, the words of the saints specifically their impromptu conversations with contemporaries are a rich, but often overlooked, resource for spiritual enlightenment. Almost comprising a fifth Gospel, these dialogues convey in penetrating clarity Gods message of salvation for all humankind.
An authentic collection of beautiful and inspiring statements, this book delves into the lives and words of 52 saints with an eye for detail and historical accuracy.
The Pocket Guide to the Saints
by Richard P. McBrien
“An invaluable guide to models of holiness for every time and place. Everyone can find a soul friend here.” — Thomas H. Groome, Boston College
“With characteristic authority, McBrien offers not just a rich calendar of saints but profiles in courage, love, and spiritual wisdom.” — Robert Ellsberg, author of All Saints: Daily Reflections on Saints, Prophets, and Witnesses for Our Time
“Worth its weight in gold...a gift from the author.” — St. Anthony Messenger
“Provides the quality otherwise found only in the 12-volume, 1995 Burns edition of Butler’s Lives of the Saints.” — America
by David L. Veal
Saints Galore has gone through a number of revisions as feast days have been added to the calendar of the Episcopal Church. This edition contains all lesser feasts and fasts approved by General Convention through 1994 together with red-letter days, a complete index, and an appendix of "Some Other Popular Saints" unlisted in the official calendar. David L. Veal, who created the original of this little book, wrote new material and edited the old for this 1996 edition.
The Interior Castle, Saint Teresa of Avila
by John Venard
Celebrated for almost five centuries as a master of spiritual literature, 16th-century saint Teresa of Avila is one of the most beloved religious figures in history. Overcome one day by a mystical vision of a crystal castle with seven chambers, each representing a different stage in spiritual development, Teresa immediately wrote The Interior Castle. Probably her most important and widely studied work, it guides the spiritual seeker through each stage of development until the soul's final union with the divine. Free of religious dogma, this modern translation renders St. Teresa's work a beautiful and practical set of teachings for seekers of all faiths in need of spiritual guidance. It also places this classic book on spirituality —"a gem of mystical literature made accessible and relevant to the modern spiritual seeker" –Sharon Salzberg—in a contemporary context, reasserting its literary importance even after more than 400 years.
