Prayer Books

The Collection of Masses of the Blessed Virgin Mary includes the Missal, revised to conform to The Roman Missal, Third Edition, and its companion Lectionary. Printed in easy-to-read, two-color type, these well-crafted ritual books feature a blue hardcover stamped with the distinct and beautiful art of Martin Erspamer, OSB; silver-gilded pages; and ribbons. They provide the formularies required for celebration of the forty-six Masses in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary, which are distributed across the seasons of the liturgical year (three in Advent, six for the Christmas season, five in Lent, four for the Easter season, and twenty eight for Ordinary Time). Hard Cover 8 1/2 x 10 7/8.

Our Blessed Mother (St. Joseph "Carry-Me-Along" Board Book). Author(s): George Brundage. Ideal book for young children. A sturdy book that will stand up to wear and tear, it provides clear, simple text to introduce children to Mary. With full-color illustrations and a "carry-along" handle. Size 6 X 8 1/2.

The Imitation of Mary from Catholic Book Publishing is a new, updated version of the original companion volume to the beloved and highly esteemed Imitation of Christ. In this book, Rev. Alexander de Rouville, S.J., allows us to follow the Blessed Virgin through the key mysteries and events of her life. He reflects on Mary's conduct and sentiments throughout her life, from her Immaculate Conception to the birth, death and resurrection of her Son, Jesus, and finally to her glorious Assumption into heaven. With magnificent full-color illustrations, an attractive blue cloth cover, and stained edges, this edition of the Imitation of Mary teaches us how to conduct our lives if we truly want to live in imitation of Mary.

Daily Reflections with Mary from Catholic Book Publishing is a reverently illustrated and beautifully printed book, offering 31 prayerful Marian reflections and supplemented by an impressive selection of prayers to Mary. This book by Rev. Rawley Myers demonstrates a deep love for Mary on every page and will be an encouragement for all who wish to pray with and to Mary.

Our Lady, Undoer of Knots: A Living Novena

Our Lady, Undoer of Knots: A Living Novena is a unique guided meditation from veteran Catholic journalist Marge Fenelon, who has created a new devotional practice from this classic novena that is a favorite of Pope Francis.

Since the seventeenth century, Catholics facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles have turned to Our Lady, Undoer of Knots through a special novena nine days of prayer for divine intervention. Catholic columnist Marge Fenelon resurrects this ancient tradition, also known as the Unfailing Novena, by reflecting on nine sacred sites associated with Pope Francis"s 2014 pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Reflecting on such holy places as Bethlehem, the Mount of Olives, and the Temple Mount, Fenelon helps readers explore the knots or impossible situations in their own lives in order to find peace.

Author: Marge Steinhage Fenelon

160 pages

5" x 7" Paperback

September 18, 2015

By popular authorRev. Lawrence Lovasik, S.V.D., this is one of the most beloved Marian devotional books ever published.Mary My Hopeis based on the Gospels, the writings of the Saints and Church scholars, the Liturgy, Vatican II, and the Pastoral Letter on Mary by the American Bishops. With easy-to-read type, illustrations, and a beautiful blue Dura-Lux cover, this book will be a blessing to anyone devoted to Our Lady.

Size 4 x 6-1/4 Pages 240

This concise and informative primer offers the faithful a wonderful resource to help them celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Our Lady's Apparitions at Fatima. In addition to details on each of the Six Apparitions that occurred between May 13 and October 13, 1917; some background on the Three Secrets of Fatima; and brief accounts of the lives of the visionaries of Fatima Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta this booklet provides Marian prayers and devotions to commemorate this momentous occasion. These will serve as meaningful expressions of love for Our Lady long after the celebration of the centennial of her appearances at Fatima.

Size 4-3/4 x 6-3/4 Pages 48

TheImitation of Maryfrom Catholic Book Publishing is a new, updated version of the original companion volume to the beloved and highly esteemedImitation of Christ. In this book, Rev. Alexander de Rouville, S.J., allows us to follow the Blessed Virgin through the key mysteries and events of her life. He reflects on Mary's conduct and sentiments throughout her life, from her Immaculate Conception to the birth, death and resurrection of her Son, Jesus, and finally to her glorious Assumption into heaven. With full-color inserts, a rich blue imitation leather cover, and gilded edges, this edition of theImitation of Maryteaches us how to conduct our lives if we truly want to live in imitation of Mary.

Size 4 x 6-1/4 Pages 320

Even after Johnson moved to the United States, Our Lady of Charity continued to influence her life. In her new book, the bestselling and award-winning author shares her childhood recollections of the devotion to the patroness of her native country and stories of how Mary helped her deepen her faith and led her to Jesus. Johnson also invites you to know Mary in a new way and to allow devotion to the Blessed Mother to help you open your heart to others and to grow in faith and love.

The origin of the devotion to Our Lady of Charity in Cuba comes from a seventeenth-century story of three men who were tossed about at sea during a violent storm. They prayed to Mary for her protection and the storm suddenly disappeared. They found a statue of the Blessed Mother holding Jesus and a gold cross floating in the water. The statue included the inscription: I am the Virgin of Charity.The statue was completely dry as it floated in the water.

Our Lady of Charity is not a Church-approved apparition; nevertheless, several popes including St. John Paul II and Pope Francis, who celebrated Mass at her shrine during his visit to Cuba in 2015 have supported devotion to Mary under this title.

Author: Maria Morera Johnson

Format: Paperback

Pages: 128

Trim size: 5.x 8.inches

Publication: May 10,2019

n My Queen, My Mother: A Living Novena, award-winning author Marge Steinhage Fenelon brings you along on a pilgrimage to nine Marian shrines across the United States. Each day of this spiritual journey helps you encounter God and a deeper relationship with the Blessed Mother.

My Queen, My Mother, I give myself entirely to you.

The opening line to the Little Consecration sets the framework of this unique, nine-day pilgrimage, which culminates in a consecration to Mary.

This living novena is similar in style and structure to the pilgrimage Fenelon developed in the bestselling and award-winning Our Lady, Undoer of Knots. The key difference, however, is that the first living novena was framed by Pope Francis"s visit to the Holy Land. For My Queen, My Mother, Fenelon chose sacred destinations that reflect the Catholic heritage of the United States.

The nine Marian sites Fenelon visits are:

• Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche, St. Augustine, Florida;
• National Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, New Orleans, Louisiana;
• St. Mary"s Mission and Museum, Stevensville, Montana;
• Shrine of Our Lady of Sorrows, Starkenburg, Missouri;
• Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation, Carey, Ohio;
• The National Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help, Champion, Wisconsin;
• Shrine of Our Lady of Martyrs, Auriesville, New York;
• House of Mary Shrine, Yankton, South Dakota; and
• Our Lady of Peace Shrine, Santa Clara, California.

Even if you can"t make a physical pilgrimage as Fenelon did, you can still make a spiritual one through her extended guided meditation. Each day you"ll learn about a different shrine to Mary: its history, charism, and graces. Fenelon will also guide you to visit a new place in your heart, to understand more about yourself and how to open your heart more fully to Mary.

You are not tied to a pilgrimage of nine consecutive days: You can complete the spiritual journey in nine weeks or even nine months. There are reflection questions at the end of each chapter.

Author: Marge Steinhage Fenelon

Format: Paperback

Pages: 160

Trim size: 5 x 7 inches

ISBN: 978-1-59471-815-1

On-sale date: April 5, 2019

The Glories of Maryfrom Catholic Book Publishing is an edition of St. Alphonsus Liguori's masterpiece about Mary, Blessed Mother of Jesus and Our Blessed Mother. This book, adapted by Rev. John Duffy, C.SS.R., is a very accessible version of St. Alphonsus's classic work about the privileges and intercessory power of Mary which has been translated into many languages. This illustrated edition ofThe Glories of Mary, in easy-to-read large type.

Dura-lux Cover

192 Pages

Size: 4 x 6-1/4

ISBN: 978947070707

Our Lady of Guadalupe is the most beloved symbol of Mexican Catholicism, and devotion to her is widespread in the USA. While she has entranced and encouraged Mexican Catholics for several centuries, believers and even nonbelievers the world over are inspired and intrigued by her. Millions of pilgrims visit her shrine in Mexico City every year. Both Pope John Paul II and Pope Francis have travelled there to pray for her motherly intercession. And scientists from many disciplines have studied the amazing attributes of her mysterious image.

In this glorious, lavishly illustrated book, the renowned author- photographer team Grzegorz Gorny and Janusz Rosikon take the reader on an illustrated pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadalupe. They tell the amazing story of her apparition to Juan Diego in 1531 and its dramatic impact upon the destiny of an entire people. They interview the various experts on the image and reveal its symbolic messages, those of the past and those speaking to us today.

Author: Grezgorz Gorny & Janusz Rosikon

Hardback 280 pages

Size: 10.25 x 8

Publication Date: June 28, 2016

ISBN:  9781621641155

Open up your everyday experiences by considering them through a Benedictine lens with this accessible collection of reflections. Meaningful and insightful at any time of the year, this companion offers Benedictine and scriptural wisdom to the timeless themes of our lives. Each reflection is coupled with thoughtful contemplative questions and meaningful and integrative actions for daily life.

The reflections are organized by themes from the Rule of Saint Benedict and include: Awareness of God, Listening, Hospitality, Humility, Moderation, Community for Ordinary People, Community Living, Obedience, Authority, Peace, Prayer, Stability, and Stewardship.

Author: Kate Ritger

Details: 96 pgs, 5 X 7 Paperback

Publication Date: 11/06/2014

A prayer book for one and for all, for personal prayer and family blessing, The Work of Your Hands gives voice to the prayers of the heart. Diana Macalintal lifts up the extraordinary and the ordinary moments of life in humble yet beautifully wrought prayers that evoke our longings, confess our fears, and sing of our joys. Offering praise and asking for blessing, she helps us recognize the presence and grace of God in the work and play, the up and down of daily life.

Author: Diana Macalintal

Details: 80 pgs, 4.5 x 7 Paperback

Publication Date: 01/28/2014

Just Prayer is a four-week prayer cycle for morning and evening readings to support Christians who "hunger and thirst for justice." Patterned on the ancient monastic Hours, it offers psalms, intercessions, and reflections fashioned to strengthen a personal commitment to justice. The weekly themes are: recognizing God's command that we act justly; lamenting suffering and injustice in our world; repenting our failures and renewing our commitment to justice; and, finally, celebrating God's promise of justice lived as a new heaven and new earth. Weekly reflections encourage personal transformation by emphasizing the connection between justice action and peaceful communities.

Created with parishes, youth groups, mission trip participants, and social justice organizations in mind, Just Prayer supports hands-on service work in local communities. By repeating and building upon the prayer sequences in Just Prayer, we can conform our hearts more fully to Christ's living message of compassion and justice for the least among us.

The print edition features a soft, leather-like cover and a durable ribbon for convenient daily prayer.

Author: Alison M. Benders

Details: 224 pgs, 5 X 7 Leatherflex with Ribbon

Publication Date: 06/02/2015

The Catholic Mom's Prayer Companion: A Book of Daily Reflections

For more than fifteen years, the award-winning CatholicMom.com website has been a trusted source for sound, practical, and spiritual guidance. In their new book, authors Lisa M. Hendey and Sarah A. Reinhard bring together more than eighty moms, dads, and trusted spiritual companions to provide fresh, uplifting meditations for every day of the year. You"ll find encouragement when you"re struggling, reassurance when you feel alone, and comfort when you"re distracted by worry.

Created by moms for moms, these hope-filled meditations touch on the issues and concerns you face as you try to get through the day with a sense of God"s presence in your life. Whether you are a new or seasoned mom working in or outside of your home, this inspiring collection of reflections for every day of the year will help you

• stay in touch with the seasons of the Church year;
• remember Mary"s loving presence on her feast days;
• keep company with both new and familiar saints;
• see the spiritual meaning of secular holidays; and
• make you smile with occasions such as Houseplant Appreciation Day and National Popcorn Day.

Each day begins with a brief quotation from scripture, saints, recent popes, or important spiritual writers. A personal reflection written by contributors including Danielle Bean, Donna-Marie Cooper O"Boyle, Lisa Mladinich, Elizabeth Scalia, Carolyn Woo, Mark Hart, and Jeff Young focuses on some dimension of your spiritual, emotional, intellectual, or physical life. Each day also includes a brief prayer and a question or thought to ponder throughout the day.

In just a few minutes of quiet you"ll find the boost you need from a friendly voice. Each month also has a special theme such as love, family fun, and slowing down. Start these reflections any time throughout the year and feel your days become more grace-filled and inspired.

Author: Lisa M. Hendey

ISBN: 9781594716614

5" x 7" Paperback

544 pages

On-sale date: August 29, 2016

Beloved author Deacon Greg Kandra knows all too well what it is to be busy. Drawing from his own experience and those of fellow Catholics and the saints’ lives, Deacon Kandra helps us realize the importance of prayer and offers practical tips for making it a part of each day. Prayer includes regular participation in the sacraments (Mass, Confession) but is also about a constant communication with God and a way to plan our day each morning and evaluate our progress each evening. How is God showing us to spend our time? What can we do to be less busy and make room for God? This book answers these questions.

Author: Deacon Greg Kandra

ISBN 978-1-59325-351-6

Binding Softcover

Size 8 x 5.25 Inches