Book recommendations

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Holy Scripture

  • Douay-Rheims & Clementina Vulgata (English and Latin Edition)

    The Douay-Rheims Bible is a faithful, word-for-word English translation of the Clementine Vulgate. Ideal for readers with limited Latin, it enables easy comparison and understanding. Beautifully bound in leather with gold-blocked cover and spine, gilded page edges, head and tail bands, and two satin ribbons. Format: Leather-bound, 1,488 pages.

  • Douay-Rheims Bible

    The most beautiful and traditional Catholic Bible in English, this edition of the Douay-Rheims is newly typeset from the 1899 Challoner text with gilt-edged leather binding, redrawn colour maps (1911), and engravings (1941). Faithfully based on the Latin Vulgate, it predates the KJV and preserves the Church’s ancient translation tradition. Revised by Bishop Challoner, it remains the definitive English Catholic Bible for over 300 years.

  • The Knox Bible - Leather Bound

    The Knox Bible is a literary, reverent, and timeless English translation rooted in Catholic tradition. Translated by Msgr. Ronald Knox from the Latin Vulgate, it reads as if written by an Englishman—graceful, lyrical, and spiritual. Set in a clear single-column format, it’s ideal for deepening understanding of Scripture. Praised by Pope Pius XII and Fulton Sheen, it remains one of the most beautiful translations of the 20th century.

  • New Testament, Confraternity Edition, Pocket Size

    1941 revision of the Challoner-Rheims Version by the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (Roman Catholic). Pocket-sized edition of the New Testament with readings from the Gospels and Epistles throughout the year. Reprint from Scepter Publishers...black cover.

Liturgy, Psalms and Office Books

  • The Liturgical Year - 15 Vol. set - Complete unexpurgated text

    This 15-volume masterpiece by Dom Guéranger guides readers on a daily spiritual journey through the Church’s liturgical year, blending Roman and ancient rites with meditations, Mass texts, and hymns. Restored to its full original form by Loreto, it offers deep insight into the Church’s worship and belief (lex orandi, lex credendi). A lifelong study, it was beloved by the Martin family, including St. Thérèse. A treasure for anyone seeking to understand and love the liturgy.

  • The Roman Breviary

    A new 1961 Roman Breviary edition in Latin and English, approved per Summorum Pontificum, with 6,064 pages across three volumes. It features the Gallican Psalter, revised English Psalms, traditional hymns, and national feast propers. Includes Penitential Psalms, Office for the Dead, liturgical engravings, prayers, and motu proprios. Leather-bound with ribbons, gilt edges, and protective slipcases. Comes with guidebook Learning the Traditional Breviary.

  • My Daily Psalms Book: The Perfect Prayer Book

    My Daily Psalm Book, arranged by Fr. Joseph Frey, presents the Psalms—God-inspired prayers—in a compact, illustrated format ideal for daily use. It offers a simple Divine Office for laypeople, with Psalms for each day or personal needs like depression, pride, or sickness. Includes a guide, index, and space to mark favorites. A portion of proceeds supports the Sisters Adorers of the Precious Blood in Brooklyn, NY.

  • Monastic Diurnal 8th Edition [Traditional Monastic Breviary of 1963]

    8th edition of the Benedictine Divine Office in Latin and English, covering all canonical hours for the traditional calendar. Ideal for monks, oblates, and guests, especially when traveling. Features Vulgate Psalter, black and red print, leather binding, gilt edges, six ribbons, and a matching slipcase. Same text as prior editions, now on thinner paper for a slimmer profile. Note: small print size.

  • A Commentary on The Book of Psalms Translated from the Latin of St. Robert Bellarmine

    In 1611, St. Robert Bellarmine published a profound verse-by-verse commentary on the 150 Psalms, revealing their literal and spiritual meanings. This work is key to understanding the Psalms, the Old Testament, and Catholic liturgy. The 1866 English translation by Archdeacon O’Sullivan was reprinted by Preserving Christian Publications in a 382-page, two-column, sewn hardback edition. It remains a devotional and theological treasure for clergy and laity alike.

St. Thomas Aquinas

  • Summa Theologica Hardcover

    The Summa Theologica by St. Thomas Aquinas is a foundational work of Christian theology and philosophy, synthesizing faith and reason. Originally written for Dominican students, it explores God, creation, human nature, and Christ. This five-volume edition includes all original content in a refreshed, reader-friendly format. A key resource for priests, seminarians, and scholars, it remains central to Catholic thought and tradition.

  • Commentary on the Gospels of Matthew and John (4 Volume Set) (Latin and English Edition) - Imitation Leather

    Thomas Aquinas, though widely influential in philosophy, saw himself as a Scripture scholar. The Aquinas Institute now offers his Gospel commentaries on John and Matthew in bilingual Latin-English hardcover editions, including excerpts in Greek, Latin, and English. These works make his insights more accessible and are ideal for pastors, seminarians, and anyone seeking deeper reflection on the Gospels.

  • Commentary on the Letters of Saint Paul: Complete Set (Latin-English Opera Omnia) - Imitation Leather

    Though Thomas Aquinas is renowned as a philosopher, he saw himself as a Scripture scholar. The Aquinas Institute's Latin-English editions of his commentaries on St. Paul’s letters make them widely accessible for the first time. This bilingual release is ideal for pastors, seminarians, and anyone seeking deeper Scriptural insight.

  • Commentary on the Book of Job (Latin-English Opera Omnia) (English and Latin Edition) (Old Testament Commentaries) - Imitation Leather

    Though a lasting influence on philosophy, Thomas Aquinas saw himself as a Biblical scholar. In his commentary on Job, he uses Jewish philosophers to explore the book’s meaning as a fable on divine providence. This new Latin-English edition presents his lyrical insights for readers seeking deeper meditation on this complex but vital part of Scripture.

  • Commentary on Isaiah - Hardcover

    Christians call Isaiah the "fifth gospel" for its clear prophecies of Christ. St. Thomas Aquinas, in his first major theological work, explains how Isaiah’s message comforted Israel in its time while also foretelling Jesus’ life and mission. Using Scripture to interpret Scripture, Aquinas highlights the deep connection between Isaiah's context and the coming of the Savior.

  • Commentary on the Gospel of St. Matthew - Hardcover

    The Commentary on the Gospel According to St. Matthew is the first English translation of St. Thomas Aquinas’ lectures on Matthew’s Gospel, delivered around 1270. Rich in Scripture and Church Fathers, it offers deep yet clear insights, cross-references to Aquinas’ other works, and is especially helpful for preaching and study by both Catholics and non-Catholics.

  • The Doctrine of the Mystical Body of Christ According to the Principles of the Theology of St. Thomas - Hardcover

    This book presents the doctrine of the Mystical Body of Christ as developed through the theology of St. Thomas Aquinas. It explores how Christ is the Head, the faithful are members, and the Holy Spirit is the soul of the Church. Emphasizing unity in grace, sacraments, and faith, it explains how the Church extends Christ’s presence in the world. It clarifies the invisible and visible dimensions of the Church and its supernatural life in Christ.

  • Tradivox Volume 6: Aquinas, Pecham, and Pagula - Hardcover

    Volume VI of this 20-volume catechism collection presents rare medieval catechisms that reveal the Catholic Church’s enduring teachings before Trent or Florence. Included are the Athanasian Creed and four concise catechisms from the 13th–14th centuries, such as Aquinas' Catechetical Instructions, Ignorantia Sacerdotum, Quinque Verba, and Oculus Sacerdotis. These works, restored and cross-indexed, reflect the clarity and depth of traditional Catholic doctrine.

  • A Tour of The Summa - Paperback

    This unique synopsis of the SummaTheologica is a complete, chapter-by-chapter restatement of St. Thomas' work, intended to expose readers to the totality of St. Thomas' thought and yet be brief enough to fit into one volume. Author of eleven other books on philosophy, Msgr. Glenn brings to this work—by far his greatest—a lifetime of teaching and writing experience. A masterpiece in its own right.

  • Catechism of the "Summa Theologica" Of Saint Thomas Aquinas: For the Use of the Faithful (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

    This book is an adapted English translation of the Catechism of the "Summa Theologica" by Saint Thomas Aquinas, originally intended for the faithful. While aiming to remain faithful to the original content, the translator simplified the style for clarity and brevity, replacing repeated full-question answers with concise responses like "yes" or "no" to make the catechism more accessible and less repetitive for English-speaking readers.

  • Saint Thomas Aquinas, Saint Francis of Assisi - Paperback – by G.K. Chesterton

    G.K. Chesterton’s Saint Thomas Aquinas, Saint Francis of Assisi presents vivid, contrasting portraits of two of the Church’s greatest saints. With wit and insight, Chesterton explores Thomas’s intellectual rigor and love for truth alongside Francis’s radical humility and joy. Through these biographies, Chesterton highlights how both men, though vastly different, reflect the fullness of the Catholic Faith in mind and heart.

  • The Life of Saint Thomas Aquinas: Biographical Documents - Hardcover – by Kenelm Editor Foster

    This public domain work has been deemed culturally significant and forms part of our shared civilizational knowledge. Preserved and republished for modern readers, it has been carefully proofread and formatted for clarity while retaining original graphical elements. Scholars recognize its value, ensuring it remains widely accessible for future generations to study, share, and appreciate.

The Catechism

  • Catechism of the Council of Trent - Hardcover

    The authoritative catechism produced by the Council of Trent and published by order of St. Pius V. was originally commissioned during the Reformation period, in order to explain the Faith clearly and calmly in the face of Protestant objections. It still serves as an excellent compendium of the Church s traditional life and belief.

  • Letters on Christian Doctrine, Vol. 1: The Ten Commandments of God and the Precepts of the Church - Paperback

    Excerpt from Letters on Christian Doctrine is a collection originally written as monthly leaflets for seamen, offering explanations of Christian beliefs. For this edition, the first three Commandments have been rewritten to better suit a broader audience and provide a more unified presentation. The author shares his gratitude for the support received and notes that growing interest in the full collection encouraged him to publish this volume.

  • Letters on Christian Doctrine, Vol. 2: The Seven Sacraments; Part I Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Eucharist, and Penance - Paperback

    Letters on Christian Doctrine, Vol. 2 explores the Catholic Church’s teachings on four of the seven sacraments: Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Eucharist, and Penance. This edition includes revisions in response to Pope Pius X’s 1910 decree on First Communion, with a revised section on communicants and an added appendix. A faithful reproduction of a classic catechetical work, it retains historical value while correcting most imperfections of the original.

  • Letters on Christian Doctrine, Vol. 3: The Seven Sacraments; Part II; The Sacrament of Extreme Unction and Last Rites, the Sacrament of Holy Orders, and the Sacrament of Matrimony - Paperback

    Volume 3 of Letters on Christian Doctrine by F.M. De Zulueta delves into the final three sacraments of the Catholic Church: Extreme Unction (Anointing of the Sick), Holy Orders, and Matrimony. De Zulueta offers a theological and pastoral exploration of these sacraments, emphasizing their spiritual significance and role in the life of the faithful. The book aims to supplement traditional catechetical instruction, providing deeper insights into Catholic beliefs and practices.

  • The Teaching of the Catholic Church: Volume 1: A Summary of Catholic Doctrine - Hardcover – by Canon George D Smith

    Contents: Faith and Revealed Truth An Outline of Catholic Teaching The One God The Blessed Trinity The Holy Ghost God the Creator Divine Providence The Angels Man and His Destiny The Fall of Man and Original Sin Jesus Christ, God and Man Jesus Christ, The Model of Manhood Jesus Christ, Man of Sorrows Christ, Priest and Redeemer Mary, Mother of God Sanctifying Grace Actual Grace The Supernatural Virtues

  • The Teaching of the Catholic Church: Volume 2: A Summary of Catholic Doctrine - Hardcover – by Canon George D Smith

    Contents: The Mystical Body of Christ The Church on Earth The Sacramental System The Sacrament of Baptism The Sacrament of Confirmation The Sacrament of the Eucharist The Eucharistic Sacrifice Sin and Repentence The Sacrament of Penance Extreme Unction The Sacrament of Order Christian Marriage Death and Judgment Purgatory, or the Church Suffering Eternal Punishment The Resurrection of the Body Heaven, or the Church Triumphant

  • Catechism of Perseverance: An Historical, Doctrinal, Moral and Liturgical Exposition of the Catholic Religion - Paperback – by Abbe Gaume

    The Catechism of Perseverance is a widely praised textbook for advanced instruction in Catholic doctrine, history, and practice. It presents a coherent view of religion from Creation to the end of time, aiding the student's understanding. This revised English edition corrects previous inaccuracies and includes a helpful table of contents. It is confidently offered to the Catholic community as a valuable and instructive resource.

  • The New Confraternity Edition Revised Baltimore Catechism No. 3 and Mass: The Text of the Official Revised Edition 1949 with Summarizations of Doctrine and Study Helps - Hardcover – by Rev. Francis J. Connell C.SS.R

    This beautifully reprinted 1949 Baltimore Catechism No. 3 (Fr. Connell’s 1952 Confraternity Edition) is a classic Catholic catechism in Q&A format, ideal for high-schoolers and adults. Featuring 22 full-page illustrations, a Catechism of the Mass, prayers, and note pages, it explains the Faith clearly and thoroughly. This edition by St. Jerome Library Press has inspired many conversions and is a powerful tool for teaching and preserving the one true Catholic Faith.

  • Baltimore Catechism No.4 - Hardcover – by The Third Council of Baltimore

    An Explanation of the Baltimore Catechism of Christian Doctrine (No. 4) is a comprehensive guide to essential Catholic beliefs, ideal for teachers, parents, and adult learners. First published in 1885, it uses a detailed question-and-answer format to explain 421 key doctrines of faith and morals. Clear, traditional, and authoritative, this catechism remains a valuable lifelong resource for understanding, practicing, and teaching the Catholic Faith.

  • A Small Catechism for Catholics - Paperback – by St Peter Canisius

    St. Peter Canisius, a key figure in preserving Catholicism in Germany, authored the Church’s first major Catechisms in response to the Protestant Reformation. A Jesuit inspired by St. Peter Faber, he wrote the Summa Doctrinae Christianae, its abridged Catechismus Minor, and the Parvus Catechismus for children. This faithful English translation preserves his clear teaching rooted in Apostolic Tradition, earning him the title "catechist of the centuries."

  • Doctrina Christiana: the Timeless Catechism of St. Robert Bellarmine - Hardcover – S.J. St. Robert Bellarmine

    This newly translated English edition of St. Robert Bellarmine’s 1598 Catechism, written in dialogue form, offers clear, warm, and theologically sound instruction in the Catholic faith. Endorsed by popes and praised for its depth and accessibility, it equips readers with the truths of the Faith for evangelization and catechesis. Bishop Schneider commends it as a powerful tool to form faithful Catholics ready to defend their hope with charity and conviction.

  • Tradivox Volume 1: Catechisms of Bonner, Vaux, and Ledesma - Hardcover

    This first volume in a 20-volume restored catechism collection presents three rare 16th-century English “penny” catechisms by Bp. Edmund Bonner, Fr. Laurence Vaux, and Fr. Diego de Ledesma. These works offer clear, faithful summaries of Catholic doctrine in elegant language and are enriched with restored medieval woodcuts. The series revives historic catechisms, long treasured by saints, popes, and councils, for modern readers.

  • Tradivox: Volume 2 - Hardcover

    This volume contains three classic catechisms: St. Robert Bellarmine’s A Shorte Catechisme (1614) with restored woodcuts and a brilliant teaching method; the Douay Catechism (1649) by Fr. Turberville, rich in Scripture and refutations of Protestant errors; and The Childes Catechism (1678) by Fr. Sadler, offering a tender example of instructing children in the Faith through simple dialogue.

  • Tradivox: Volume 3: Challoner - Hardcover

    This book compiles the Catechisms of Bishop Richard Challoner, a heroic 18th-century Vicar Apostolic of London who upheld and taught the Catholic Faith during the harsh English penal era. Amid persecution, his apostolic zeal fortified the faithful and preserved Catholicism in England. Widely seen as the most influential English Catholic of his time, Challoner’s catechisms remain a testament to clarity, courage, and doctrinal fidelity.

  • Tradivox Volume 4: Butler and Maynooth - Hardcover

    This volume compiles three historic Irish catechisms: Archbishop James Butler’s 1775 catechism, used for 150 years in Ireland and abroad; the 1884 Catechism Ordered by the National Synod of Maynooth; and its 1891 simplified version for children. Known as "the green book," these texts were influential in Catholic instruction and even referenced by James Joyce. This edition restores them with original illustrations, preserving their legacy.

  • Tradivox Volume 5: Donlevy and Burke - Hardcover

    Volume 5 presents two 18th-century Irish catechisms: Donlevy's Christian Doctrine (1742), the oldest major Irish catechetical tradition, and Burke's Moral and Controversial Catechism (1752), written for advanced learners. Donlevy’s work uses a traditional Q&A format, while Burke, a Dominican, offers deeper moral instruction and apologetics, ideal for high school or college-level readers seeking a richer understanding of the Faith.

  • Tradivox Volume 6: Aquinas, Pecham, and Pagula - Hardcover

    This volume presents several medieval catechisms, offering insight into how Catholic doctrine was taught long before the Councils of Trent or Florence. Included are the Athanasian Creed (Quicumque Vult, c. 370), catechetical summaries from the 13th–14th centuries by St. Thomas Aquinas, the Lambeth Council, and others. These texts highlight enduring Catholic teachings and the Church's efforts to instruct both clergy and laity in essential doctrine.

  • Tradivox Volume 7: Trent - Hardcover

    Volume 7 of the Tradivox series presents the definitive English edition of the Catechism of the Council of Trent—the first universal Catholic catechism, commissioned by the Council of Trent (1545–1563) and promulgated by Pope St. Pius V in 1566. Aimed at clergy, it was praised across centuries as a key theological text. This edition restores the unabridged 1923 McHugh and Callan translation, with scholarly notes, canonical references, and enhanced footnotes for deeper study.

  • Tradivox Volume 8: Frassinetti and Pius X - Hardcover

    Volume 8 of the Tradivox series pairs two classic Italian catechisms: A Dogmatic Catechism (1842) by Ven. Fr. Giuseppe Frassinetti, praised for its clarity and prophetic insight, and Compendium of Christian Doctrine (1905) by Pope St. Pius X, beloved for its simple, precise teaching. This edition includes the first complete, unaltered English translation of Pius X’s original catechism, restored from Msgr. Hagan’s 1908 version with added footnotes and section titles.

  • Tradivox Volume 9: Canisius - Hardcover

    Volume 9 presents the two most influential catechisms of the Catholic Reformation by St. Peter Canisius: the Large Catechism (1555) for clergy and scholars, and the Small Catechism (1558) for the laity. Commissioned by Emperor Ferdinand I, these works helped counter heresy with clarity and charity. Widely printed and translated, they shaped Catholic teaching for centuries and were praised even by St. Robert Bellarmine as unsurpassed.

  • Tradivox Volume 10: Gaume - Hardcover

    This volume presents Abbé Gaume’s sweeping vision of history and creation centered on Jesus Christ, the eternal King and fulfillment of all ages. It affirms the unchanging truth of the Catholic Faith from the beginning of time and challenges modern religious indifferentism and scientism. With vivid language and conviction, Gaume defends the harmony of faith and science and explores the Catholic doctrine of creation with clarity and depth.

  • The Penny Catechism: A Catechism of Christian Doctrine - Paperback

    300 questions and answers on all aspects of the Faith. Excellent basic class text and short summary of Catholic teaching for everyone. Easy to read, won't overwhelm the prospective convert! Great for missionary work or apologetics. An official catechism.

  • Catechism of Saint Pius X - Paperback – by Saint Pius X

    The Catechism of the Council of Trent was directed to all priests. The recently released Catechism of the Catholic Church was directed to all bishops. The Catechism of Pope St. Pius X is that pope's partial realization of a simple, plain, brief, popular Catechism for uniform use throughout the whole world. In other words it is directed to the layman . It was used in the ecclesiastical province of Rome and for some years in other parts of Italy. It was not, however, prescribed for use throughout the universal church.

  • The Catechism Explained - Hardcover – by Rev. Fr. Francis Spirago

    This timeless traditional catechism offers a clear, heartfelt guide to the Catholic Faith in an age of widespread confusion. It aims not merely to inform, but to transform—touching the heart, enlightening the mind, and moving the will toward holiness. Rooted in the seamless garment of revealed truth, it presents the Faith as a unified, life-giving whole, guiding souls along the royal road to joy through the light of the Holy Spirit and the teachings of Christ and His Church.

  • My Catholic Faith - Paperback – by Bishop Marrow

    This is the edition first printed in the 1950’s. Very complete, it covers every subject from Angels to zeal. Hundreds of illustrations. 8 x 10. 415 pages. Prepared for those who desire to a have a concise knowledge of the doctrines and practices of the Catholic Church. It is a complete catechism, useful for ready reference, for it takes up in a clean and practical manner the questions and subjects that are likely to arouse the interest of the general reader, whether Catholic or non-Catholic.

  • Wonders of the Catholic Faith - Paperback – Fr. Francisco Radecki

    This comprehensive catechism presents traditional Catholic teachings rooted in Scripture, the Catechism of the Council of Trent, and the Baltimore Catechism. Covering dogma, morals, liturgy, spiritual life, and apologetics, it explains the Faith clearly and practically for adults and teens. With 43 chapters, study questions, and modern-day relevance, it guides readers to live the Faith and reach Heaven.

    Is it sedevacantist? Yes, it is. Fr. Francisco Radecki is a sedevacantist priest affiliated with the CMRI (Congregation of Mary Immaculate Queen), a known sedevacantist group. The book is written from that perspective, though it focuses on teaching the traditional Catholic Faith rather than openly emphasizing the sedevacantist position on every page.

Latin

  • So you really want to learn Latin Book 1 - Hardcover – by Nicholas Oulton

    So you really want to learn Latin Book 1 is the first stage in a three-part Latin course. It takes pupils through nouns of the 1st 3 declensions and verbs in all tenses of the active mood. It can be used in the classroom by those preparing for Latin at any level but will also be invaluable as a revision aid or as a self-teaching book. Answer book to accompany this book is available to buy, ISBN 978-0-946095-66-7. The answer book is also available as a PDF download from the publishers website.

  • So You Really Want to Learn Latin Book 1 - Answer Book - by N R R Oulton

    So you really want to learn Latin Book 1 is the first stage in a three-part Latin course. It takes pupils through nouns of the 1st 3 declensions and verbs in all tenses of the active mood. It can be used in the classroom by those preparing for Latin at any level but will also be invaluable as a revision aid or as a self-teaching book. The paperback book contains all the answers to questions and exercises set in Book 1.

  • So You Really Want to Learn Latin Book 2 - Hardcover – by N R R Oulton

    So you really want to learn Latin Book 2 is the second stage in a three-part Latin course. It takes pupils from scratch to GCSE level and beyond. It can be used in the classroom by those preparing for Latin at any level but will also be invaluable as a revision aid or as a self-teaching book.

  • So You Really Want To Learn Latin 2 - Answer Book - Paperback – by N R R Oulton

    So you really want to learn Latin Book 2 is the second stage in a three-part Latin course. It takes pupils from scratch to GCSE level and beyond. It can be used in the classroom by those preparing for Latin at any level but will also be invaluable as a revision aid or as a self-teaching book. This paperback book contains all the answers to questions and exercises set in Book 2.

  • So You Really Want To Learn Latin Book 3 - Hardcover – N R R Oulton

    So you really want to learn Latin Book 3 is the third stage in a three-part Latin course. It takes pupils from scratch to GCSE level and beyond. It can be used in the classroom by those preparing for Latin at any level but will also be invaluable as a revision aid or as a self-teaching book.

  • So You Really Want To Learn Latin Book 3 - Answer Book - Paperback – by N R R Oulton

    So you really want to learn Latin Book 3 is the second stage in a three-part Latin course. It takes pupils from scratch to GCSE level and beyond. It can be used in the classroom by those preparing for Latin at any level but will also be invaluable as a revision aid or as a self-teaching book. This paperback book contains all the answers to questions and exercises set in Book 3.

  • Lingua Latina per se Illustrata, Pars I: Familia Romana (Latin Edition) - by Hans H. Ørberg

    Lingua Latina per se Illustrata by Hans Ørberg is a fully Latin, immersive textbook series using the Natural Method to teach Latin inductively through contextual reading and visual aids, without translation. The first book, Familia Romana, follows a Roman family in 2nd-century A.D. and covers Latin grammar through stories, exercises, and classical texts. It’s widely used to develop reading and conversational Latin in schools and universities.

  • Colloquia Personarum (Lingua Latina) (Latin Edition) - by Hans H. Ørberg

    A valued supplement to Hans H. Ørberg’s Lingua Latina Pars I: Familia Romana, Colloquia Personarum offers carefully graded Latin-language texts that follow the progression of Familia Romana and offer additional stories about the fictional Roman family introduced in that volume.
    The Second Edition offers full-color versions of the illustrations that appeared in the First Edition. Also included is the text of Ørberg's Colloquia Personarum: Latin–English Vocabulary.

  • A Companion to Familia Romana: Based on Hans Ørberg’s Latine Disco - by Hans H. Ørberg

    This book provides a clear English explanation of the Latin grammar taught in Hans Ørberg's Familia Romana, including the full texts of Grammatica Latina and the Latin–English Vocabulary. Based on Latine Disco but without exercises, it is ideal for accelerated learners or anyone wanting a detailed guide to the grammar. The Second Edition adds revised content and cultural context units linked to the chapters.

  • Lingua Latina per se Illustrata: Latine Disco, Student's Manual by Hans H. Ørberg

    This English student manual for Familia Romana (Lingua Latina Pars I) supports learners with pronunciation guides, chapter instructions, and key notes. Ideal for self-learners and homeschoolers, it also benefits classroom students. As part of Hans Ørberg’s renowned Lingua Latina per se illustrata series, it helps students learn Latin naturally through immersive reading, without relying on translation.

  • Exercitia Latina I: Exercises for Familia Romana (Lingua Latina) - by Hans H. Ørberg

    This workbook offers grammar exercises for all 133 lessons in Familia Romana (Lingua Latina Pars I) by Hans Ørberg. Designed to support the Natural Method, it helps students internalize Latin grammar and vocabulary through contextual reading, without relying on translation. Ideal for reinforcing concepts taught in the main text.

  • Lingua Latina Per Se Illustrata: Teachers' Materials & Answer Keys for Pars I & II - by Hans H. Orberg

    Teacher's Materials provides answer keys and teaching aids for Familia Romana and Roma Aeterna, the two main texts in Hans Ørberg’s Lingua Latina per se illustrata series. Designed for the Natural Method, the materials support intuitive learning of Latin grammar and vocabulary through contextual reading, without relying on translation. Also includes keys for Exercitia Latina I and II, aiding both students and instructors.

  • Grammatica Latina: Lingva Latina Per SE Illvstrata - by Hans H. Orberg

    Grammatica Latina: Lingua Latina per se Illustrata by Hans H. Ørberg is a companion grammar book to his renowned Latin course. It provides concise, systematic explanations of Latin grammar entirely in Latin, designed to be read and understood by learners immersed in the language. Tailored to accompany Familia Romana, it reinforces grammatical concepts with clarity and examples, supporting natural language acquisition through reading and context.

  • Roma Aeterna: Second Edition, with Full Color Illustrations (Lingua Latina) - by Hans H. Ørberg

    Roma Aeterna (Pars II of Lingua Latina per se illustrata) immerses students in Latin through readings from classical Roman authors like Virgil, Livy, Ovid, Sallust, and Horace. Beginning with Roman monuments and myths, it includes adapted and original texts to ease learners into authentic Latin. Featuring grammar notes, vocabulary (~3,000 words), and historical context, it’s ideal after Familia Romana or as a literature survey. Now in full color, with support materials in English.

  • A Companion to Roma Aeterna: Based on Hans Ørberg's Instructions, with Vocabulary and Grammar - by Hans H. Ørberg

    Jeanne Marie Neumann’s A Companion to Roma Aeterna is an English-language guide to the Latin grammar in Hans Ørberg’s Roma Aeterna. It includes full texts of Grammatica Latina and Latin–English Vocabulary II, and replaces Ørberg’s Instructions. Aimed at accelerated learners, it provides clear grammar explanations and added cultural context tied to the chapters, making it valuable for any student of Latin.

  • Exercitia Latina II: Exercises for Roma Aeterna - by Hans H. Ørberg

    Exercitia Latina II is a companion exercise book to Roma Aeterna, part of Hans H. Ørberg’s Lingua Latina per se Illustrata series. It provides a range of Latin-language drills, grammar reinforcement, and reading comprehension exercises designed to deepen students' mastery of advanced Latin vocabulary and syntax presented in Roma Aeterna. Fully in Latin, it supports immersive learning through context-based exercises and internalization of classical Latin.

  • Latin by the Natural Method, Vol. 1 - by Fr. William Most

    This Latin textbook by Fr. Most revives the "natural method" of language learning, contrasting with the post-1880 grammar-translation approach common in U.S. schools and seminaries. Aimed especially at seminarians and Catholic students, it gradually teaches Latin through engaging readings in Roman history, Scripture, and fables. Designed from a Christian perspective, it helps learners read and understand Latin naturally, with reduced reliance on rote translation and dictionaries.

  • Latin by the Natural Method, Vol. 2 - by Fr William Most

    Father Most’s Latin textbook revives the "natural method" of language learning—mirroring how children learn—rather than relying on the analytical "traditional" method dominant since 1880. Aimed especially at seminarians, the text builds fluency in reading, writing, and speaking Latin, using ecclesiastical sources like the Vulgate and Missal. Reprinted from 1960, it simplifies memorization and fosters deeper comprehension.

  • Latin by the Natural Method: Teacher's Guide - Paperback – by Fr William Most

    The teacher's guide for Fr. Most's "Latin by the Natural Method" is broken into several parts:

    - Explanation of the Methodology

    - Instructions for teaching and presenting the chapters of books 1 and 2

    - Answer key for the English-Latin and Scrambles

    The Teacher's guide covers the pedagogical approach to books 1 and 2.

  • Elementary Latin Exercises: An Introduction - Paperback – by A.E. Hillard

    Written specifically as an introduction to North and Hillard's Latin Prose Composition, this book presents the student with numerous exercises in Latin using a simple vocabulary and elementary forms of sentence construction. It includes both English-Latin and Latin-English exercises, both carefully restricted to knowledge already acquired at each stage.

  • Key to Hillard and Botting's Elementary Latin Exercises - by Albert Ernest Hillard

    Hillard and Botting have guided generations of students along the path to fluency. These answers, revised and republished after a gap of over a century, allow students to check their answers against those of two of the greatest tutors of Latin in the modern world.

  • Kennedy's Revised Latin Primer - by Kennedy

    Kennedy’s Revised Latin Primer (1st ed.) is a classic, concise reference Latin grammar by Benjamin Hall Kennedy, revised in 1888 with major contributions from his daughters Marion and Julia. It systematically presents phonology, morphology, syntax, and prosody, with clear paradigms, rules, and exceptions. Designed for beginner to intermediate students, it remains authoritative in British education, praised for its clarity and comprehensiveness.

Philosophy

  • An Introduction to Philosophy - Paperback – by Paul J. Glenn

    An Introduction to Philosophy ought to live up to its name. It should tell the young collegian, and the presumably older non-collegian who takes it up with serious intent, a number of important things. It should answer the questions naturally to be expected of the person who wishes to be introduced,—questions such as these: What is philosophy? How did it come into existence? What interesting things have happened to develop it or to hinder its development?

  • Criteriology: A Class Manual In Major Logic - Paul J. Glenn

    A Class Manual in Major Logic by Paul J. Glenn explores how we know what we know, examining the criteria for truth and certainty. Rooted in Thomistic philosophy, it presents a rational defense of human knowledge against skepticism and relativism. The book discusses perception, judgment, reasoning, and the objective basis of truth, providing a clear, Catholic scholastic framework for understanding epistemology and logical analysis.

  • Ontology: A Class Manual In Fundamental Metaphysics - Paul J. Glenn

    A Class Manual in Fundamental Metaphysics (1937/39) is a concise introductory text aimed at undergraduate philosophy students. It guides readers through the nature of being (“ontology”) as the core of metaphysics. Glenn explains fundamental concepts—being, existence, actuality, potentiality—then explores categories like substance, property, unity, truth, goodness, and classification of beings. The manual serves as a clear, structured groundwork in metaphysical principles

  • Cosmology: A Class Manual In The Philosophy Of Bodily Being - Paul J. Glenn

    A Thomistic‑inspired manual (1941), Cosmology explores the nature of material reality. It begins with the “marks of bodily being,” then examines the constitution of bodies, their causes (material, formal, efficient, final), and laws of motion. Organized as a classroom text, it emphasizes metaphysical principles—substance, accidents, causality—within scholastic philosophy of nature.

  • Psychology: A Class Manual In The Philosophy Of Organic And Rational Life - Paul J. Glenn

    This is a Thomistic philosophical textbook exploring life—from basic vegetal and sentient organisms to human beings. It outlines the nature and principles of life‑forces, the soul‑body union, sentient faculties and rational intellect, and free will, placing human psychology within a metaphysical framework. The manual eschews experimental methods for rational reflection on life, essence, species, and human nature.

  • Theodicy: A Class Manual In The Philosophy Of Deity - Paul J. Glenn

    This is a structured textbook in natural theology exploring rational proofs for God's existence and divine operations. It systematically presents a posteriori arguments based on causality and motion, examines God’s immanent and transient actions—creation, conservation, governance, and providence—and addresses the problem of evil, arguing that moral and physical evils serve a greater divine order and ultimate good.

  • Ethics: A Class Manual In Moral Philosophy - Paperback – by Paul J Glenn

    This is a clear, accessible guide for students exploring the foundations of ethics. Covering topics like morality, virtue, relativism, and major ethical theories, it links ethics to philosophy more broadly. Designed for classroom use, it includes examples, exercises, and discussion questions. This reprint preserves the original edition, reflecting its enduring value for philosophical and moral education.

  • Opuscula I (Latin-English Opera Omnia) - Leather Bound – by Saint Thomas Aquinas

    This first volume of the smaller works of Thomas Aquinas includes the famous Compendium of Theology: the theological work Aquinas wrote at the request of his secretary, Reginald. It is basically a simplified version of the Summa Theologiae, since his secretary had requested a work on theology in less dense terms. This volume also contains the treatises On the Principles of Nature, On Being and Essence, On Separate Substances, and On Kingship.

Philosophy: Natural Theology

  • Five Proofs of the Existence of God - Paperback – by Edward Feser

    This book presents a rigorous and updated defense of five major philosophical proofs for God's existence: Aristotelian, Neo-Platonic, Augustinian, Thomistic, and Rationalist. It explores the divine attributes required by these arguments—such as unity, simplicity, eternity, and omnipotence—and systematically responds to objections. It upholds the classical view that God's existence can be known with certainty by reason, countering both atheism and fideism.

  • The Last Superstition: A Refutation of the New Atheism - Paperback – by Edward Feser

    In The Last Superstition, Edward Feser refutes the New Atheist claim that science has replaced religion. He argues the real conflict is not between science and religion but between two philosophies: the classical teleological view, which sees purpose in nature, and the modern mechanical view, which denies it. Feser shows that modern atheism rests on weak philosophical grounds, undermines reason and morality, and that classical thought better explains reality and supports the truth of religion.

  • Apologetics: A Philosophic Defense and Explanation of the Catholic Religion - Paperback – by Paul J. Glen

    Proves the truth of the Faith from a philosophic point of view. Covers proofs for the existence of God; His nature, attributes and action on the world; the nature of religion; the necessity and fact of supernatural revelation; Christ the Redeemer, True God and True Man; His Church--its marks and attributes; the necessity of the Church; plus, the Bible as the true word of God.

Philosophy: some higher-level texts

  • Scholastic Metaphysics: A Contemporary Introduction - Paperback – by Edward Feser

    Scholastic Metaphysics offers a Thomistic overview of key metaphysical topics such as causation, substance, essence, and teleology. Centered on the Aristotelian theory of actuality and potentiality, it bridges traditional Scholastic thought with contemporary analytic metaphysics. While primarily Thomistic, it also considers Scotist and Suarezian views where they differ, helping both Scholastic and analytic readers engage across traditions.

  • Aristotle’s Revenge: The Metaphysical Foundations of Physical and Biological Science - Paperback – by Edward Feser

    Aristotle’s Revenge argues that core Aristotelian concepts—such as actuality and potentiality, form and matter, and final causality—are not only compatible with modern science but are essential to its foundations. The book explores topics like scientific realism, space and time, quantum mechanics, biology, evolution, and neuroscience, showing how Aristotelian metaphysics underlies and clarifies contemporary scientific and philosophical debates.

  • Real Essentialism (Routledge Studies in Contemporary Philosophy, Vol. 11) - by David S. S. Oderberg

    Real Essentialism defends the neo-Aristotelian view that objects have real, knowable essences that define what they are, despite changes. Challenging modern anti-essentialist thought from Wittgenstein, Quine, and others, the book argues for the reality of objective, immutable definitions and their relevance to science and metaphysics—exploring topics like biological species, the essence of life, and what it means to be a person.

  • The Metaphysics of Good and Evil - Paperback - by David S. Oderber

    The Metaphysics of Good and Evil is a modern analytic defense of the Scholastic view of good and evil, rooted in Aristotle, Augustine, and Aquinas. Good is seen as obedience to a thing's nature; evil, as a privation of that good. The book explores types of goodness across living and non-living beings and defends the privation theory of evil, arguing all evil is a deviation from natural goodness. It revives Scholastic insights for contemporary metaphysical and moral thought.

  • Analytic Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction - by Michael Beaney

    Analytic Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction by Michael Beaney explores the origins and development of analytic philosophy, from Frege and Russell to its global influence today. It introduces key ideas through classic philosophical questions, highlights Susan Stebbing’s role in applying analysis to critical thinking, and emphasizes the tradition’s focus on clarity, precision, and logical rigor. A concise guide to the world’s dominant philosophical tradition.

Magisterial Texts

  • Sources of Catholic Dogma - Hardcover – by Henry Denzinger

    This 1957 edition of Denzinger’s Enchiridion Symbolorum is a concise yet comprehensive reference of authentic Catholic dogma, containing key creeds, papal definitions, magisterial documents, and Holy Office rulings up to 1957. Universally approved since Pope Pius IX’s time, it includes systematic, scriptural, and general indexes for easy use. Reprinted in 2009, this hardbound edition is essential for every Catholic seeking firm doctrinal grounding.

  • Enchiridion Symbolorum: A Compendium of Creeds, Definitions and Declarations of the Catholic Church - Hardcover – by Heinrich Denzinger

    This bilingual edition of Denzinger is a revised and expanded compendium of official Church documents and theological sources. A vital tool for serious theological study since 1854, it traces the development of Catholic doctrine with original texts and reliable English translations presented side by side. Introductions, notes, and a comprehensive index make it indispensable for research and reference.

  • The Popes Against Modern Errors: 16 Papal Documents - Paperback – by Anthony J. Mioni

    This book compiles key papal documents from 1832 to 1950 condemning the major errors unleashed by the French Revolution—liberalism, modernism, socialism, false liberty, and religious indifferentism. These prophetic writings by popes like Gregory XVI, Pius IX, Leo XIII, St. Pius X, and Pius XI warned against ideas now widely accepted. The collection reveals how the Popes consistently upheld truth, urging the world to reject error and return to Christ's liberating truth.

  • A Light in the Heavens: Great Encyclical Letters Of Pope Leo XIII - Paperback – by Pope Leo XIII

    Prophesied as "A light in the heavens." 30 of his greatest encyclicals: Freemasonry, Christian Marriage, etc. Reads like chapters of one mighty book! Sheds the light of Faith on virtually all major problems we face today. Belongs in every Catholic home.

  • The Pope speaks;: The teachings of Pope Pius XII - Hardcover – by Pius

    This book presents the key teachings of Pope Pius XII, offering a structured collection of his major pronouncements on modern moral, social, and spiritual challenges. Drawing from Vatican archives and approved by the Pope himself, it reflects his global influence as a guiding voice for people of all professions and nations. It is a comprehensive summary of his counsel on Christian life, family, duty, and citizenship in a troubled world.

Magisterial texts: on philosophical and theological method

  • Aeterni Patris - On the Restoration of Christian Philosophy - Pope Leo XIII - 1879

    This encyclical by Pope Leo XIII emphasizes the essential role of philosophy—especially the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas—in preserving and defending the Catholic Faith. It urges bishops and educators to restore Thomistic philosophy in seminaries and universities, as it aligns reason with revelation, refutes modern errors, strengthens theology, and supports civil and spiritual order. Faith and reason, rightly united, safeguard truth and society.

  • Pascendi Dominici Gregis - On the Doctrine of the Modernists - Pope Pius X - 1907

    This encyclical by Pope Pius X condemns Modernism as the “synthesis of all heresies,” exposing it as a destructive system infiltrating the Church under the guise of reform. It critiques Modernist philosophy, theology, history, and biblical criticism for denying objective truth, promoting dogma as evolving, and reducing faith to subjective experience. The Pope warns of grave dangers to the Faith and mandates strict measures in education, publishing, and Church governance to combat this threat.

  • Humani Generis - On Human Origin - Pope Pius XII - 1950

    This encyclical condemns modern errors threatening Catholic doctrine, including false interpretations of evolution, existentialism, and relativism. It defends objective truth, the authority of the Church’s Magisterium, Thomistic philosophy, and traditional theology. Pius XII warns against diluting dogma for ecumenism and urges fidelity to divine revelation, Sacred Scripture, and the teaching Church.

Magisterial texts: on ecclesiology

  • Dei Filius - On Faith.

    This presents the solemn dogmatic decrees of the First Vatican Council (1870), chiefly the Dei Filius and Pastor Aeternus. It defines the Catholic doctrine on faith, reason, and revelation, affirms the Church’s divine authority, and proclaims papal primacy and infallibility when the pope speaks ex cathedra on faith or morals. It responds to modern errors and safeguards the integrity of the Catholic Faith.

  • Pastor Aeternus - On the Roman Pontiff

    Pastor Aeternus, issued by the First Vatican Council in 1870, defines the Catholic doctrine on the primacy and infallibility of the Roman Pontiff. It teaches that St. Peter was given primacy by Christ, which continues in the papacy. The pope has full, supreme authority over the whole Church. When speaking ex cathedra on faith or morals, he is infallible, protected by the Holy Spirit from error. This dogma is to be firmly believed by all Catholics.

  • Satis Cognitum - On the Unity of the Church - Pope Leo XIII - 1896

    Satis Cognitum (1896) by Pope Leo XIII teaches that the Catholic Church is the one true Church founded by Christ, united in faith, sacraments, and obedience to the Roman Pontiff. It condemns schism and heresy, affirming that separation from the Pope is separation from the Church. Unity must be visible and doctrinal, not just spiritual. Christ made Peter the head of the Church, and his successors—the Popes—hold supreme authority.

  • Mortalium Animos - On Religious Unity - Pope Pius XI - 1928

    Mortalium Animos (1928) by Pope Pius XI condemns the idea that all religions are equal paths to God. He warns against interfaith gatherings that treat different religions as equally valid and emphasizes that true religious unity can only be found in the one true Church of Christ—the Catholic Church. He reaffirms that unity must come through conversion to the Catholic Faith, not compromise or collaboration with error.

  • Mystici Corporis - The Mystical Body of Christ, the Church - Pope Pius XII - 1943

    Mystici Corporis Christi (1943) by Pope Pius XII teaches that the Catholic Church is the Mystical Body of Christ, with Christ as its head and the faithful as its members. It affirms the Church’s divine foundation, unity, and visibility, and emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit. It rejects false notions of invisible or purely spiritual churches and clarifies that salvation is found only through the true Church founded by Christ.

Overviews of Dogmatic Theology

  • A Manual of Catholic Theology: Based on Scheeben's "Dogmatik" - Paperback – by Matthias Scheeben

    Matthias Joseph Scheeben’s Handbook of Catholic Dogmatics is a masterful summary of his original 7-part Handbuch der katholischen Dogmatik (1873–1887). Distilled into two English volumes by Dr. Wilhelm and Fr. Scannell, it revives Scheeben’s deeply spiritual and scholastic theology. Long out of print, this work guides modern theologians in recovering the rich, traditional Catholic doctrine of the Fathers, Doctors, and mystics, especially St. Thomas Aquinas.

  • A Manual of Catholic Theology II: Based on Scheeben's "Dogmatik" - Paperback – by Matthias Joseph Scheeben

    Matthias Joseph Scheeben’s monumental Handbook of Catholic Dogmatics (1873–1887), a masterful synthesis of deep, devout scholastic theology, was later distilled into a 2-volume English manual by Dr. Wilhelm and Fr. Scannell. Long out of print, its republication offers today’s theologians a profound resource to rediscover Catholic doctrine in harmony with the Church’s great tradition, especially the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas.

  • Outlines of Dogmatic Theology, Vol. 1 - Paperback – by Sylvester Joseph Hunter

    Outlines of Dogmatic Theology, Vol. 1 by Sylvester Joseph Hunter is a clear and systematic presentation of core Catholic doctrines, rooted in Thomistic philosophy and traditional Church teaching. It covers the nature of theology, the existence and attributes of God, revelation, faith, and the role of the Church as the guardian of divine truth. Aimed at seminarians and scholars, it combines deep theology with clarity and logic, serving as a solid foundation in Catholic dogma.

  • Outlines of Dogmatic Theology, Vol. 2 - Paperback – by Sylvester Joseph Hunter

    This second volume of Outlines of Dogmatic Theology continues the expository approach of the first, focusing on topics generally agreed upon by most Christians. While less controversial, some issues still involve differing interpretations of Revelation. The author aims to explain each topic thoroughly, according to its importance within the full scope of revealed doctrine.

  • Outlines of Dogmatic Theology, Vol. 3 - Paperback – by Sylvester Joseph Hunter

    Outlines of Dogmatic Theology, Vol. 3 by Sylvester Joseph Hunter is a classic Catholic theological work that systematically presents key doctrines of the Faith. Volume 3 focuses on the doctrines of grace, the sacraments, and eschatology (death, judgment, heaven, and hell). Written with clarity and depth, it serves as a reliable guide for seminarians, clergy, and lay Catholics seeking a deeper understanding of traditional Catholic dogma.

  • The Christian Life - Paperback – by Francis L B Op Cunningham

    This 1959 theological work refutes Enlightenment humanism by asserting that the true subject of study is not man, but God. Rooted in Catholic tradition, it emphasizes that theology—unlike rationalist philosophy—begins with God as the cause and exemplar of all things, and then considers man only in relation to his origin and ultimate end in God. It defends a God-centered understanding of reality, purpose, and human nature. Facsimile reprint by Priory Press.

  • Toward Marriage in Christ; a College Text in Theology - Hardcover – by Thomas C Donlan

    Toward Marriage in Christ by Thomas C. Donlan is a theological college textbook that explores the Catholic understanding of marriage as a sacrament. It presents marriage not merely as a legal contract but as a divine vocation rooted in Christ’s love for the Church. The book covers biblical foundations, doctrinal teachings, and moral implications, guiding students toward a deeper, Christ-centered view of married life and human sexuality.

  • Handbook of the Christian Religion: For the Use of Advanced Students and the Educated Laity - Paperback – by W. Wilmers

    Handbook of the Christian Religion by W. Wilmers is a comprehensive guide to Catholic doctrine, designed for advanced students and educated laypeople. It presents theology and philosophy in a clear, systematic manner, covering topics like God, creation, the Church, sacraments, morality, and salvation. The book aims to deepen understanding and strengthen faith by grounding Catholic teaching in reason, Scripture, and tradition.

  • Dictionary of Dogmatic Theology - Paperback – by Pietro Parente

    This book is a concise Dictionary of Dogmatic Theology designed for educated Catholic laymen who seek more than a catechism but are not ready for advanced theological texts. It presents core dogmatic teachings clearly and faithfully, without technical jargon, offering a bridge between catechism and scholastic theology. Intended as a companion to works like The Sources of Catholic Dogma, it prioritizes clarity and substance over scholarly formality.

  • Outlines of Dogmatic Theology - Paperback – by Sylvester Joseph Hunter

    The writer of this work proposes to present in three volumes, in English, an outline of a three year course of Dogmatic Theology, such as is offered to students for the priesthood in Catholic Seminaries. No attempt is made to give more than the merest outline; but it is hoped that it will satisfy the needs of some who are not professional students, especially by showing the nature of the questions dealt with in each Treatise, and their proportionate importance, as indicated by the space allowed to them.

Other Overviews

  • Reality: A Synthesis of Thomistic Thought - Paperback – by Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange O.P.

    This book presents the core principles of the Thomistic synthesis, focusing on their certitude and universality rather than proving their historical presence in every work of St. Thomas. It highlights key texts and commentators, offers a philosophical introduction to Thomistic metaphysics, and explores essential doctrines through the treatises De Deo Uno, De Verbo Incarnato, and De Gratia, showing their relevance across all theology.

  • Sacrae Theologiae Summa IA: Introduction to Theology. On Christian Revelation - Hardcover – by S.J. Michaele Nicolau

    Introduction to Theology: On Christian Revelation is the English translation of the first half of Volume I of the Sacrae Theologiae Summa, a 1956 scholastic theology manual rooted in Thomistic thought. Aimed at seminarians and theology students, it systematically explains Catholic dogmas with theological notes indicating degrees of certainty. This volume introduces divine revelation and is part of a project to publish the entire traditional dogmatic theology curriculum in English.

  • Sacrae Theologiae Summa IB: On the Church of Christ. On Holy Scripture - Hardcover – by Joachim Salaverri

    On the Church of Christ On Holy Scripture is an English translation of part of the 1956 Latin Sacrae Theologiae Summa, a scholastic and Thomistic theology manual for seminarians. It explains Catholic dogmas with precision, assigning each thesis a “theological note” indicating its level of certitude. Rooted in Scripture, the Church Fathers, the Magisterium, and St. Thomas Aquinas, it aims to form students in traditional dogmatic theology.

  • Sacrae Theologiae Summa IIA: On the One and Triune God - Hardcover – by Fr. Joseph M Dalmau S.J.

    This English translation of The One and Triune God (De Deo Uno et Trino) introduces students to Thomistic and scholastic theology. It systematically explains the core dogmas of the Catholic faith, highlighting the "theological note"—the certitude level of each teaching. Following the classical order, it first treats God's unity (De Deo Uno), then the Trinity (De Deo Trino), emphasizing both philosophical reasoning and divine revelation.

  • Sacrae Theologiae Summa IIB: On God the Creator and Sanctifier. On Sins - Hardcover – by Joseph F. Sagüés

    This theological treatise explores God as the primary focus of theology, considering all other things only in relation to Him as their origin and end. Following St. Thomas Aquinas, it views the world as a projection of God and studies creation only insofar as it reflects, depends on, and is ordered toward God. Central to the discussion is original sin, the “happy fault” that occasioned Christ’s Redemption, making it the pivotal point of Christian soteriology and divine salvation.

  • Sacrae Theologiae Summa IIIA: On the Incarnate Word. On the Blessed Virgin Mary - Hardcover – by J.A. de Aldama

    The Sacrae Theologiae Summa is a renowned four-volume Latin work praised as the best summary of Scholastic Theology. Now translated into English in eight volumes by Fr. Kenneth Baker, S.J., this third volume explores two major topics: the Mystery of the Incarnation—Christ becoming man and His redemptive mission—and Mariology, the theological study of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Essential reading for all serious students of Catholic theology.

  • Sacrae Theologiae Summa IIIB: On Grace. On the Infused Virtues - Hardcover – by S.J. Severino González Rivas

    This English translation of On Grace. On the Infused Virtues is part of the Sacrae Theologiae Summa, a four-volume Latin work published in 1956 by the Spanish Bishops’ Conference. Aimed at seminarians and theology students, it presents traditional Catholic dogmatic theology through a Thomistic lens. The work explains theological certitudes, distinguishing dogma from opinion, and remains faithful to the original Latin text, with updated references to Denzinger.

  • Sacrae Theologiae Summa IVA: On the Sacraments in general. On Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Penance and Anointing - Hardcover – by Joseph A. de Aldama

    This English translation of Sacrae Theologiae Summa (Vol. IV, Part I) presents scholastic Thomistic theology on the Sacraments in general, and in particular: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Penance, and Anointing. Designed for seminarians and theology students, it includes theological notes indicating the level of doctrinal authority. Based on St. Thomas Aquinas, it faithfully transmits the Church's dogmatic tradition.

  • Sacrae Theologiae Summa IVB: On Holy Orders and Matrimony. On the Last Things - Hardcover – by Francis A.P. Sola

    This English translation of On the Sacraments of Orders and Matrimony. On the Last Things is part of Sacrae Theologiae Summa, a 1956 Latin manual by the Spanish Bishops' Conference. Praised by Fr. Karl Rahner, S.J. as the finest dogmatic theology handbook, it offers seminarians and students a Thomistic, scholarly treatment of key doctrines. Each thesis is graded by theological certitude, aiding deep formation in traditional Catholic theology.

Fundamental Theology: Introduction to theology (methodology)

  • What Is Sacred Theology? - Paperback – by Joseph Clifford Fenton

    What Is Sacred Theology? by Joseph Clifford Fenton, originally his 1941 doctoral dissertation under Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange, explains that true theology is sacred because it begins with God’s revealed truth. Since God is holy, His teaching is holy, and theology, properly done, shares in that sacredness. This work is a profound defense of theology’s divine origin and purpose, offering clarity for all who seek truth and salvation through authentic theological science.

  • Sacrae Theologiae Summa IA: Introduction to Theology. On Christian Revelation - Hardcover – by S.J. Michaele Nicolau

    This English translation of Introduction to Theology: On Christian Revelation is the first half of Volume I of the Sacrae Theologiae Summa, a 1956 Latin series by the Spanish Bishops’ Conference. Aimed at seminarians and theology students, it presents Thomistic and scholastic theology with precision, including the theological certitude of each thesis. Grounded in Scripture, Tradition, and St. Thomas Aquinas, it introduces the fundamentals of Catholic dogma in a rigorous academic style.

  • Clerical Studies (Classic Reprint) - Paperback – by Very Rev. J. B. Hogan

    Clerical Studies by Very Rev. J. B. Hogan is a classic guide for seminarians and clergy, offering spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral formation. Originally written for those preparing for the priesthood, it emphasizes the importance of virtue, discipline, prayer, and study in forming holy and effective priests. With timeless insights, the book remains a valuable resource for understanding the dignity and demands of the clerical state.

Fundamental Theology: Systematic Apologetics (i.e. not just answers to Protestant questions)

  • Laying the Foundation: A Handbook of Catholic Apologetics and Fundamental Theology - Paperback – by Joseph Clifford Fenton

    Laying the Foundation by Fr. Joseph Clifford Fenton is a landmark work in Catholic apologetics and fundamental theology. Originally published in 1942 as We Stand with Christ, it offers a rigorous, faithful defense of Catholic doctrine, blending clarity with theological depth. Praised by Scott Hahn as a gold standard of apologetics, it reflects Fenton’s deep expertise and decades of service to the Church as professor, editor, and Vatican theological advisor.

  • On Divine Revelation: The Teaching of the Catholic Faith Vol. One - Hardcover – by Fr. Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange

    On Divine Revelation by Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange is a profound defense of the rationality and supernaturality of divine revelation. It explores the nature of theology, revelation, faith, and human reason, while refuting errors like rationalism and agnosticism. A century after its writing, it powerfully reaffirms theology’s certainties, centered on the Triune God, and restores confidence in revelation as a divine gift deserving of faith.

  • On Divine Revelation: The Teaching of the Catholic Faith Vol. Two - Hardcover – Fr. Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange

    On Divine Revelation by Garrigou-Lagrange is a masterful defense of the rational and supernatural basis of divine revelation. It explains theology as a true science, clarifies revelation, mystery, and faith, and refutes errors like rationalism and agnosticism. It restores confidence in objective, God-centered theology and highlights the credibility and splendor of divine revelation, calling us to a deeper assent of faith in the Triune God.

  • The True Religion: Dogmatic Theology (Volume 1) - Hardcover – by Msgr G Van Noort

    The True Religion: Dogmatic Theology, Vol. 1, by Msgr. G. Van Noort (translated 1955, reprinted 2020), presents a clear, systematic introduction to Catholic dogmatic theology in English. Faithful to Thomistic tradition, it addresses the nature, credibility, and criteria of divine revelation—such as miracles and prophecy—along with the Church’s unique claim to continuity from Christ.

  • The Principles of Christian Apologetics: An Exposition of the Intellectual Basis of the Christian Religion - Paperback – by T. J. Walshe

    ""The study of the science of Apologetics is very necessary in these days of doubt and agnosticism. The fundamental principles which underlie all religious belief are daily called in question. And even if the urgent need of a reasoned grasp of the foundations of Faith did not exist, the interest of the subject of Apologetics, the large outlook upon life which it involves, the coherence of its parts and the cogency of its conclusions make it desirable that an examination into the principles of Theism should be an indispensable adjunct of Christian teaching."" - From the Preface

  • Apologetics: A Philosophic Defense and Explanation of the Catholic Religion - Paperback – by Paul J. Glen

    Proves the truth of the Faith from a philosophic point of view. Covers proofs for the existence of God; His nature, attributes and action on the world; the nature of religion; the necessity and fact of supernatural revelation; Christ the Redeemer, True God and True Man; His Church--its marks and attributes; the necessity of the Church; plus, the Bible as the true word of God.

  • Summa Contra Gentiles, Books I & II - Imitation Leather – by St. Thomas Aquinas

    The Summa Contra Gentiles is the second of Thomas Aquinas's three great theological syntheses, written after his Commentary on the Sentences of Peter Lombard and before his Summa Theologiae. The Summa Contra Gentiles is commonly thought to be composed with a missionary intention, possibly for the use of Thomas's brethren in their work of explaining the faith to non-Christians, especially Muslims in Spain. This volume contains the first and second books of the Summa Contra Gentiles. Book 1 treats of God in himself as reason can know him. Book 2 deals with God's work of creation from the perspective of what can be known on the basis of human reason.

  • Summa Contra Gentiles, Books III & IV - Imitation Leather – by St. Thomas Aquinas

    Summa Contra Gentiles is St. Thomas Aquinas’s second major theological work, aimed at explaining the Catholic faith to non-Christians, especially Muslims. This volume includes Books 3 and 4. Book 3 discusses God’s providence and creation using human reason. Book 4 addresses supernatural truths known only by faith, such as the Trinity, the Incarnation, salvation, and the Last Things. It bridges reason and revelation in defense of the Faith.

Fundamental Theology: Ecclesiology

  • On the Church: On Councils, The Church Militant, On the Marks of the Church - Paperback – by St. Robert Bellarmine SJ

    St. Robert Bellarmine's Controversies is a foundational Catholic response to Protestant and Eastern Orthodox objections. In this second volume, he addresses Church Councils, the nature of the Church Militant, and the true Marks of the Church, systematically defending Catholic ecclesiology against figures like Luther, Calvin, and Ochenius. A landmark in theological history, it shaped all future Catholic thought on the Church and is now available in English for the first time.

  • Sacrae Theologiae Summa IB: On the Church of Christ. On Holy Scripture - Hardcover – by Joachim Salaverri

    This English translation of On the Church of Christ, On Holy Scripture is the second half of Volume I of the Sacrae Theologiae Summa, a four-volume 1956 Latin work by the Spanish Bishops’ Conference. Aimed at seminarians and theology students, it presents Catholic dogma with Thomistic rigor, assigning theological notes (grades of certitude) to each thesis. Rooted in Scripture, the Fathers, and St. Thomas, it guides readers through the foundational truths of the Catholic Faith.

  • Christ's Church: Dogmatic Theology (Volume 2) - Hardcover – by Msgr G Van Noort

    This volume of Dogmatic Theology by Msgr. G. Van Noort offers a thorough exploration of the Catholic Church—its divine origin, nature, and authority. It addresses objections from non-Catholics and defends Catholic teaching with precise theological reasoning. Updated and revised for English readers, it’s a clear, concise, and comprehensive resource for seminarians, clergy, and laity seeking a deeper understanding of the Church’s true identity.

  • The Church of Christ: An Apologetic and Dogmatic Treatise - Paperback – by E. Sylvester Berry

    The Church of Christ by E. Sylvester Berry is a clear, detailed treatise on the Catholic Church’s divine origin, structure, and authority, written for seminarians and accessible to lay readers. Originally in Latin, it presents both apologetic and dogmatic perspectives, aiming to fill the gap in English theological works on the Church. It offers a thorough account of the Church's foundation, constitution, and powers, excluding the Sacraments.

  • The Church of Christ: A Collection of Essays by Monsignor Joseph C. Fenton - Paperback – by Joseph Clifford Fenton

    The Church of Christ is a collection of 18 theological essays by Msgr. Joseph C. Fenton, offering deep insights into the nature, structure, and marks of the Catholic Church. Fenton defends traditional ecclesiology, explores the Church's relationship with the state, and emphasizes Christ’s living presence in His Mystical Body. Edited by Dr. Christian D. Washburn, this volume is a rich resource for deeper study and love of the true Church.

  • The Diocesan Priest in the Church of Christ - Paperback – by Joseph Clifford Fenton

    The Diocesan Priest in the Church of Christ by Msgr. Joseph Clifford Fenton is a profound theological exploration of the nature, mission, and duties of the diocesan priest. Originally published in 1951, it offers a scriptural and doctrinal foundation for understanding the priesthood as divinely instituted. With clarity and depth, Fenton defends the unique role of diocesan priests and offers guidance especially relevant to today's vocation crisis.

  • The Divine Plan of the Church: Where Realised, and Where Not - Paperback – by John Maclaughlin

    The Divine Plan of the Church: Where Realised, and Where Not by John Maclaughlin examines how Christ’s divine blueprint for the Catholic Church has been fulfilled throughout history, and where it has failed to be fully realized due to human error, heresy, or schism. The book defends the Church’s divine foundation and mission while critiquing distortions of the true Faith. It emphasizes fidelity to authentic Catholic doctrine and unity under Christ’s authority.

  • The Church of Christ: Its Foundation and Constitution - Paperback – by Peter Finlay

    The Church of Christ: Its Foundation and Constitution by Peter Finlay explores the divine origin, nature, and structure of the Catholic Church. It defends the Church as founded by Christ, governed by divine authority, and rooted in apostolic succession. Finlay explains the Church’s visible and hierarchical constitution, emphasizing unity, doctrine, and the papacy, offering a clear defense against Protestant errors.

Ecclesiology: The Roman Pontiff

  • Controversies of the Christian Faith - Hardcover – by Robert Bellarmine

    St. Robert Bellarmine’s Controversies of the Christian Faith defends Catholic doctrine against Protestant errors. In three major treatises, he proves the divine inspiration and inerrancy of Scripture, defends Christ’s divinity and humanity, and establishes the Pope's primacy as Peter’s successor. Rich in Scripture and Tradition, Bellarmine refutes Luther, Calvin, and others with powerful theological arguments, earning admiration from Catholics and fierce opposition from Protestants.

  • De Controversiis Tomus II: On the Roman Pontiff - Paperback – by St Robert Bellarmine

    St. Robert Bellarmine’s five-book treatise defends the Papacy against Protestant and Eastern Orthodox objections. He proves Christ instituted Peter’s primacy and a Church monarchy (Book 1), shows Peter’s succession in Rome (Book 2), refutes claims that the Pope is Antichrist (Book 3), defends papal infallibility and authority (Book 4), and clarifies the Pope’s indirect role in civil matters (Book 5). This first English edition includes helpful notes and historical context.

  • The Papal Monarchy - Paperback – by Dom Prosper Gueranger

    Dom Guéranger’s The Papal Monarchy is a powerful 19th-century defense of papal authority against the rise of modern egalitarianism and democratic error. Using Scripture, tradition, and historical evidence, he affirms the pope’s divine role as the Church’s visible head. His critique of Gallicanism and imagined Church without Peter highlights the necessity of the papacy. Praised by Pope Pius IX, the work restored confidence in the spiritual authority of Rome.

  • The Primacy of the Apostolic See Vindicated - Paperback – by Francis Patrick Kenrick

    The Primacy of the Apostolic See Vindicated by Francis Patrick Kenrick defends the supreme authority of the Bishop of Rome as the successor of St. Peter. Drawing from Scripture, Church Fathers, and historical evidence, Kenrick refutes objections to papal primacy and demonstrates its divine institution. Written in the 19th century, this work remains a classic apologetic text affirming the Catholic doctrine of the papacy.

  • Anti-Janus an Historico-Theological Criticism of the Work, Entitled the Pope and the Council, by Janus - Paperback - by Joseph Hergenröther

    Anti-Janus by Joseph Hergenröther is a detailed theological rebuttal to the book The Pope and the Council by the pseudonymous "Janus." Written during the time of the First Vatican Council, it defends papal infallibility and the historical continuity of papal authority against liberal and anti-papal claims. Hergenröther uses historical sources to refute the arguments of Janus, asserting the traditional Catholic teaching on the role of the pope in Church history.

Ecclesiology: Fathers and Doctors of the Church

  • The Faith of Catholics, Vol. 1: Confirmed by Scripture and Attested by the Fathers of the First Five Centuries of the Church - Paperback – by Joseph Berington

    The Faith of Catholics, Vol. 1 by Joseph Berington is a detailed exposition of Catholic doctrine, systematically presented and supported by extensive references to Scripture and the writings of the Church Fathers from the first five centuries. It aims to show the continuity and consistency of Catholic beliefs from the earliest Christian times, offering a compelling defense of Catholic teaching against Protestant objections through historical and theological evidence.

  • The Faith of Catholics, Vol. 2 - Paperback – by Joseph Berington

    The Faith of Catholics, Vol. 2 by Joseph Berington (Classic Reprint, 2018) continues the author’s effort to systematically present Catholic doctrine using only Scripture and writings of the early Church Fathers. This volume focuses on topics like the authority of the Church, sacraments, and papal primacy, aiming to show that Catholic teachings are rooted in the earliest Christian tradition and consistent with true apostolic faith.

  • The Faith of Catholics, Vol. 3 - Paperback – by Joseph Berington

    The Faith of Catholics, Vol. 3 by Joseph Berington is a classic theological work that compiles teachings of the early Church Fathers to demonstrate the consistency of Roman Catholic doctrine through the ages. Focusing on tradition and patristic sources, it defends Catholic teachings against Protestant objections by showing how they align with the faith of the early Christians. This volume is part of a larger apologetic effort to affirm the Catholic Church’s continuity.

  • On Baptism Against the Donatists - Paperback – by Saint Augustine of Hippo

    Saint Augustine's On Baptism Against the Donatists (c. 400 A.D.) is a seven-book refutation of the Donatist heresy, which wrongly denied the validity of sacraments administered by sinful clergy. Augustine uses the writings of St. Cyprian—ironically cited by the Donatists—to prove that baptism’s validity comes from Christ, not the minister. This work defends the unity and authority of the Catholic Church against schism and error.

  • The Lapsed / The Unity of the Catholic Church - Hardcover – by St. Cyprian

    In The Lapsed, St. Cyprian addresses Christians who renounced their faith during persecution, calling for sincere repentance and Church-led reconciliation. In The Unity of the Catholic Church, he defends the Church's oneness under the bishop of Rome, warning against schism and asserting there is no salvation outside the true Church. Both works powerfully affirm discipline, ecclesial unity, and the authority of the Church.

  • Commonitorium Against Heresies - Paperback – by Saint Vincent of Lerins

    Commonitorium Against Heresies by St. Vincent of Lerins is a timeless defense of the Catholic Faith, affirming that true doctrine must always align with what has been believed "everywhere, always, and by all." This bilingual Latin-English edition presents a clear rule for guarding against heresy: reject novelty, hold fast to Tradition, and cleave to the faith handed down from antiquity. A powerful mandate for preserving the unchanging truths of the Church.

  • The Catholic Controversy - Paperback – by Francis Sales

    Between 1594–1598, St. Francis de Sales converted 72,000 Calvinists back to the Catholic Faith through brilliant written apologetics after his preaching was rejected. His clear, Scripture-based tracts—slipped under doors and posted on walls—are among the most powerful defenses of Catholicism ever written. Drawing on Church Fathers and Doctors, these timeless works remain unmatched in answering Protestant objections with charity, clarity, and truth.

  • The History of Heresies and Their Refutation: Or the Triumph of the Church - Paperback – by J. Harris Gibson

    The History of Heresies by St. Alphonsus Liguori was written to counter the flood of irreligious and infidel writings that swept Europe in the late 18th century. Troubled by society’s turn toward false philosophy and away from the Gospel, St. Alphonsus sought to defend the Catholic Church as the one true Church founded by Christ. He urged government action against harmful publications and dedicated the work to a minister known for upholding religious law.

The Magisterium

  • On the Ordinary and Extraordinary Magisterium: On the Ordinary and Extraordinary Magisterium from Joseph Kleutgen to the Second Vatican Council - Hardcover – by John P Joy

    This book (2nd edition) clarifies confusion over the Church’s ordinary vs extraordinary magisterium, tracing the term "ordinary magisterium" to 19th-century theologian Joseph Kleutgen. It examines its meaning in Pope Pius IX’s writings and Vatican I, then follows its development through Vatican II. Key topics include papal magisterium, doctrinal reaffirmation, and implications for texts like Evangelium vitae, Ordinatio sacerdotalis, and Lumen gentium.

  • The Authority of Doctrinal Decisions Which are Not Definitions of Faith - Paperback – by William George Ward

    The Authority of Doctrinal Decisions Which are Not Definitions of Faith by William George Ward explores how Catholics should respond to doctrinal teachings of the Church that fall short of infallible definitions. Ward argues that even non-definitive teachings carry serious authority and demand respectful assent, not merely private judgment, as they reflect the Church’s divinely guided magisterium. The book defends orthodox obedience in matters of doctrine.

  • Idealism in Theology: A Review of Dr. Ward's Scheme of Dogmatic Authority - Paperback – by H. I. D. Ryder

    This work critically examines Dr. Ward's theory of dogmatic authority, arguing that it is rooted in philosophical idealism rather than traditional Catholic theology. The author contends that Ward’s approach undermines the objective and historical foundations of Church doctrine, replacing them with subjective interpretation. The book defends the Church’s teaching authority as divinely instituted and grounded in real, external revelation, not internal perception.

  • A Letter to the Rev. Father Ryder on His Recent Pamphlet - Paperback – by William George Ward

    This book is a sharp theological critique of Father Ryder’s recent pamphlet, in which William George Ward defends traditional Catholic doctrine against perceived liberal interpretations. Ward argues for strict adherence to dogma and papal authority, warning against the dangers of modernist thought infiltrating the Church. His letter is both a defense of orthodoxy and a passionate rebuttal of theological compromise.

  • A Letter to William George Ward, Esq., D. Ph: On His Theory of Infallible Instruction - Paperback – by H. I. D. Ryder

    This work is a critical response to William George Ward’s theory of infallible instruction in the Catholic Church. The author, H. I. D. Ryder, argues that Ward's view of the Church’s teaching authority exaggerates its scope and misunderstands its nature. Ryder defends a more balanced understanding of infallibility, rooted in tradition and reason, while warning against theological extremism that could undermine the credibility of the Church’s magisterium.

Ecclesiology: Spiritual works

  • The Liturgical Year - 15 Vol. set - Paperback – by Dom Prosper Guéranger

    This profound 15-volume work by Dom Guéranger offers daily meditations on the Church’s liturgical year, uniting East and West in prayer and doctrine. Each entry explores the mystery of the day’s feast or saint, paired with rich texts from the Roman Missal, Divine Office, and ancient rites. It reveals the unity of faith through liturgy and fosters deep spiritual growth, making it a lifetime companion for understanding and loving the Church’s worship.

  • This Tremendous Lover - Hardcover – by Dom Eugene Boylan

    A profound spiritual guide, this book explores the soul’s intimate union with God through Christ, emphasizing the depth of divine love and the call to holiness in everyday life. Blending theology, scripture, and monastic wisdom, it offers practical advice on prayer, humility, suffering, and trust in God's will. It encourages readers to respond to God's love with total surrender, making their entire life a loving return to the Creator.

  • The Mystery of the Church - Paperback – by Humbert Clerissac O.P.

    This work presents the final reflections of Fr. Humbert Clerissac, offering profound spiritual insight into the mysteries of the Church. Emphasizing the union of faith and reason, guided by charity, Clerissac calls readers to a deep, wholehearted adherence to the Church. His writings seek to heal the spiritual wounds of modernity and illuminate Christ as the Way, the Truth, and the Life for the salvation of souls.

  • War of Antichrist With the Church and Christian Civilization: Lectures Delivered in Edinburgh in October 1884 - Paperback – by George F. Dillon

    This book exposes a secret, organized conspiracy against the Catholic Church and Christian civilization, led by Freemasonry and other occult forces. It traces their roots, goals, and methods—especially their influence on revolution, secularism, and moral decay. The author, a Catholic missionary, warns of a calculated plan to destroy Christianity and establish a godless world order through deception, subversion, and infiltration.

  • The True Vine and Its Branches - Paperback – by Edward Leen

    This profound spiritual work explores how Christ, the new Adam, restores and elevates humanity by uniting us to Himself through grace. In Him, we find our true identity, purpose, and strength to endure suffering. God’s mercy not only forgives but bestows far greater gifts than were lost by the Fall. Through Christ’s sacrifice, man gains the chance to rise higher than before, sharing in divine life with generosity beyond measure.

  • Christ, the Life of the Soul - Paperback – by Columba Marmion

    This spiritual classic offers profound reflections on how Christ lives in the soul through grace. It explores the Christian’s union with Christ as the source of holiness, joy, and divine life. Rooted in Scripture and Catholic tradition, it guides readers toward deeper prayer, surrender to God’s will, and a life transformed by love. Rich in theology and devotion, it’s a powerful invitation to live fully in Christ.

Fundamental Theology: Sources of Revelation

  • On Divine Tradition: De Divina Traditione - Paperback – by Card John Baptist Franzelin SJ

    This work explores the essential role of Divine Tradition as a source of revelation alongside Sacred Scripture. It defends the Catholic understanding that Tradition transmits truths revealed by God but not written in Scripture, safeguarded by the Church’s Magisterium. Franzelin systematically counters Protestant objections and affirms the unity and authority of Tradition in preserving the deposit of faith.

  • The Sources of Revelation/Divine Faith: Dogmatic Theology (Volume 3) - Hardcover – by Msgr G Van Noort

    This volume explains how God reveals truths to mankind and how the Church transmits and safeguards that revelation. It explores the distinction between natural and supernatural revelation, the role of Scripture and Tradition, and the authority of the Magisterium. Van Noort presents clear, systematic theology grounded in Catholic doctrine, defending the divine origin and reliability of the Church’s teachings.

  • On Divine Revelation: The Teaching of the Catholic Faith Vol. One - Hardcover – by Fr. Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange

    On Divine Revelation by Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange is a profound defense of the rationality and supernaturality of divine revelation. It explores the nature of theology, revelation, faith, and human reason, while refuting errors like rationalism and agnosticism. A century after its writing, it powerfully reaffirms theology’s certainties, centered on the Triune God, and restores confidence in revelation as a divine gift deserving of faith.

  • On Divine Revelation: The Teaching of the Catholic Faith Vol. Two - Hardcover – Fr. Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange

    On Divine Revelation by Garrigou-Lagrange is a masterful defense of the rational and supernatural basis of divine revelation. It explains theology as a true science, clarifies revelation, mystery, and faith, and refutes errors like rationalism and agnosticism. It restores confidence in objective, God-centered theology and highlights the credibility and splendor of divine revelation, calling us to a deeper assent of faith in the Triune God.

  • Principles of Catholic Apologetics - Hardcover – by Thomas Joseph Walshe

    This book presents a clear, logical defense of the Catholic Faith using reason, philosophy, and history. It explains the existence of God, the divinity of Christ, and the truth of the Catholic Church as the one true Church founded by Him. The author refutes atheism, agnosticism, and false religions with precision and charity, making it ideal for both seekers of truth and Catholics wanting to deepen their understanding.

  • Tradition and the Church - Paperback - by George Agius

    This book explores the vital role of Tradition in preserving and transmitting the true teachings of the Catholic Church. It explains how divine revelation is handed down through both Scripture and unwritten Tradition, upheld by the Church’s magisterium. The author defends Tradition against Protestant rejection, showing its necessity for understanding and maintaining the fullness of the Faith across generations.

Introductions to Holy Scripture

  • Sacrae Theologiae Summa IB: On the Church of Christ. On Holy Scripture - Hardcover – by Joachim Salaverri

    This English translation of On the Church of Christ, On Holy Scripture is the second half of Volume I of the Sacrae Theologiae Summa, a four-volume 1956 Latin work by the Spanish Bishops’ Conference. Aimed at seminarians and theology students, it presents Catholic dogma with Thomistic rigor, assigning theological notes (grades of certitude) to each thesis. Rooted in Scripture, the Fathers, and St. Thomas, it guides readers through the foundational truths of the Catholic Faith.

  • Introduction to the Bible - Paperback – by John Laux M.A.

    This book offers a clear and accessible overview of the Bible’s origins, structure, and purpose from a traditional Catholic perspective. It explains divine inspiration, the formation of the canon, and key themes of both the Old and New Testaments. Designed for students and the faithful, it emphasizes the Bible’s unity, historical reliability, and role in guiding faith and morals through God’s revealed truth.

Commentaries on Holy Scripture

  • A Catholic Commentary on Holy Scripture - Hardcover – by Bernard Orchard, Edmund F. Sutcliffe, Reginald C. Fuller and Ralph Russell

    This comprehensive Catholic commentary offers scholarly yet faithful explanations of every book of the Bible, grounded in traditional Catholic doctrine. Written by leading theologians and Scripture scholars, it provides historical context, theological insights, and interpretations aligned with the Magisterium, making it an essential resource for clergy, students, and lay Catholics seeking a deeper understanding of Sacred Scripture.

  • The Great Commentary of Cornelius A' Lapide (Set of 4) - Hardcover – by Cornelius aLapide

    This monumental Catholic Scripture commentary, once available only in Latin across dozens of volumes, offers profound theological insight and detailed exegesis drawn from the Church Fathers and saints. Long treasured by scholars and clergy, it has now been faithfully translated and beautifully republished to make its rich spiritual and doctrinal wisdom accessible to all Catholics seeking a deeper understanding of the Gospels.

  • Haydock Douay-Rheims Catholic Bible - Hardcover – by Rev. George Haydock

    This unabridged edition presents the traditional Douay-Rheims Catholic Bible with extensive commentary by Rev. George Haydock. Rich in doctrinal clarity and historical insight, it includes detailed notes from Church Fathers and theologians to explain and defend the true Catholic Faith. Ideal for deep study, it upholds the timeless teachings of the Church without compromise, preserving the original translation’s reverence and accuracy.

  • Catena Aurea (4 Volumes) - Leather Bound – by Thomas Aquinas

    This work is a profound compilation of commentary on the four Gospels, drawn from the writings of early Church Fathers. Organized by St. Thomas Aquinas, it presents a verse-by-verse explanation, offering spiritual, theological, and moral insights. Rich in patristic wisdom, it weaves together centuries of tradition into a unified exposition of Scripture, making it an invaluable resource for deeper understanding of the Gospel message.

  • A Commentary on The Book of Psalms Translated from the Latin of St. Robert Bellarmine

    In 1611, St. Robert Bellarmine published a profound verse-by-verse commentary on the 150 Psalms, revealing their literal and spiritual meanings. This work is key to understanding the Psalms, the Old Testament, and Catholic liturgy. The 1866 English translation by Archdeacon O’Sullivan was reprinted by Preserving Christian Publications in a 382-page, two-column, sewn hardback edition. It remains a devotional and theological treasure for clergy and laity alike.

  • Commentary on the Gospels of Matthew and John (4 Volume Set) - Imitation Leather – by Saint Thomas Aquinas

    This work presents Saint Thomas Aquinas’ profound theological commentary on the Gospels of Matthew and John, offering clear, detailed explanations rooted in Sacred Scripture, the Church Fathers, and scholastic theology. Rich in spiritual insight, it reveals the unity and depth of the Gospel message, making it an invaluable resource for deeper understanding, preaching, and study of the life and teachings of Christ.

  • Commentary on the Letters of Saint Paul: Complete Set (Latin-English Opera Omnia) - Imitation Leather

    Though Thomas Aquinas is renowned as a philosopher, he saw himself as a Scripture scholar. The Aquinas Institute's Latin-English editions of his commentaries on St. Paul’s letters make them widely accessible for the first time. This bilingual release is ideal for pastors, seminarians, and anyone seeking deeper Scriptural insight.

  • Commentary on the Book of Job (Latin-English Opera Omnia) (English and Latin Edition) (Old Testament Commentaries) - Imitation Leather

    Though a lasting influence on philosophy, Thomas Aquinas saw himself as a Biblical scholar. In his commentary on Job, he uses Jewish philosophers to explore the book’s meaning as a fable on divine providence. This new Latin-English edition presents his lyrical insights for readers seeking deeper meditation on this complex but vital part of Scripture.

  • Commentary on Isaiah - Hardcover

    Christians call Isaiah the "fifth gospel" for its clear prophecies of Christ. St. Thomas Aquinas, in his first major theological work, explains how Isaiah’s message comforted Israel in its time while also foretelling Jesus’ life and mission. Using Scripture to interpret Scripture, Aquinas highlights the deep connection between Isaiah's context and the coming of the Savior.

  • Commentary on the Gospel of St. Matthew - Hardcover

    The Commentary on the Gospel According to St. Matthew is the first English translation of St. Thomas Aquinas’ lectures on Matthew’s Gospel, delivered around 1270. Rich in Scripture and Church Fathers, it offers deep yet clear insights, cross-references to Aquinas’ other works, and is especially helpful for preaching and study by both Catholics and non-Catholics.

Moral Theology

  • Moral Theology vol. 1: Law, Vice, & Virtue - Paperback – by St Alphonsus Liguori

    This volume presents a foundational guide to Catholic moral theology, exploring divine law, conscience, sin, and virtue. Drawing from Scripture, Church teaching, and reason, St. Alphonsus Liguori offers practical, clear insights into the moral life. Topics include the nature of law, moral responsibility, various vices, and the cultivation of virtues, especially charity and temperance. The work aims to form consciences and guide souls toward holiness and salvation.

  • Moral Theology Volume II: Book IVa: On the 1st-6th Commandments - Paperback – by St. Alphonsus Liguori C.SS.R

    This volume by St. Alphonsus Liguori offers a detailed examination of the first six commandments, guiding readers in understanding their moral obligations toward God and neighbor. Drawing from Scripture, Church Fathers, and tradition, it addresses worship, reverence, truthfulness, parental duty, justice, and chastity. It provides clear moral principles for confessors and the faithful to navigate complex ethical questions in everyday life.

  • A Handbook of Moral Theology - Hardcover – by The Reverend Antony Koch

    This classic manual offers a clear, systematic guide to Catholic moral theology, covering principles of right and wrong, conscience, sin, virtue, law, and duties to God and neighbor. Rooted in traditional Thomistic teaching, it provides practical guidance for priests, seminarians, and lay Catholics striving to live a moral life in accordance with Church doctrine. The text emphasizes eternal truths amid modern moral confusion.

  • A Manual of Moral Theology: For English Speaking Counties, Volume I - Paperback - by Thomas Slater S.J.

    This book is a comprehensive guide to Catholic moral theology, offering clear explanations of principles governing human conduct based on natural law, divine revelation, and Church teaching. It addresses conscience, sin, law, virtue, and duty, with practical applications for confessors and theologians. Rooted in traditional Catholic doctrine, it seeks to form sound moral judgment in both clergy and laity.

  • A Manual of Moral Theology: Volume II - Paperback – by Thomas Slater S.J.

    This volume provides detailed guidance on complex moral issues, including justice, contracts, restitution, and sins against the Seventh Commandment. Written for confessors and theology students, it offers practical, case-based instruction rooted in traditional Catholic doctrine. With clarity and precision, it helps clergy apply moral principles to real-life situations while upholding the integrity of Catholic moral teaching.

  • Sacrae Theologiae Summa IIB: On God the Creator and Sanctifier. On Sins - Hardcover – by Joseph F. Sagüés

    This theological treatise explores God as the primary focus of theology, considering all other things only in relation to Him as their origin and end. Following St. Thomas Aquinas, it views the world as a projection of God and studies creation only insofar as it reflects, depends on, and is ordered toward God. Central to the discussion is original sin, the “happy fault” that occasioned Christ’s Redemption, making it the pivotal point of Christian soteriology and divine salvation.

  • Outlines of moral theology – by Francis J Connell

    This book offers a clear, concise overview of Catholic moral theology based on traditional Church teaching. It explains the principles of right and wrong, human freedom, conscience, sin, virtue, law, and moral responsibility. Intended as a guide for seminarians and priests, it presents doctrine rooted in Scripture, the Fathers, and the Magisterium, with practical applications for moral decision-making in modern life.

  • Right And Reason: Ethics in Theory and Practice - Paperback – by Austin Fagothey

    This book presents a clear, systematic exploration of ethics grounded in natural law and classical philosophy, particularly Aristotelian-Thomistic thought. It examines moral principles, human purpose, conscience, virtue, and law, offering rational arguments for moral norms. Designed for students and readers seeking a logical, objective basis for right conduct, it balances theory with practical application to modern ethical issues.

  • Catholic Morality: A Course in Religion - Book III (A Course in Religion, 3) Paperback – by John Laux M.A.

    This book offers a clear, practical explanation of Catholic moral teaching, guiding readers on how to live virtuously according to God’s law. It covers topics such as conscience, sin, virtue, grace, duties to God and neighbor, and the Ten Commandments. Rooted in traditional Catholic doctrine, it aims to form the moral conscience of students and adult learners alike, helping them apply timeless principles to everyday situations with clarity and fidelity.

  • The Nicomachean Ethics - Perback - by Aristotle

    Aristotle explores the nature of human happiness and the virtues necessary to achieve it. He argues that true happiness comes from living a life of reason and moral excellence, not pleasure or wealth. Through habits and deliberate choices, individuals cultivate virtues like courage, temperance, and justice. The work lays the foundation for ethics as a rational discipline, emphasizing moderation and the "golden mean" between extremes.

  • Moral Theory: A Non-Consequentialist Approach - Paperback - by David S. Oderberg

    This book presents a rigorous defense of non-consequentialist ethics, arguing that actions are morally right or wrong in themselves, not based on outcomes. Oderberg explores natural law theory, human dignity, and objective moral truths, offering critiques of utilitarianism and relativism. He emphasizes moral absolutes and the role of reason in ethical decision-making, grounding morality in human nature and the pursuit of the good.

  • Applied Ethics: A Non-Consequentialist Approach - Paperback - by David S. Oderberg

    This book explores major moral issues—such as abortion, euthanasia, and capital punishment—from a non-consequentialist perspective, emphasizing the intrinsic rightness or wrongness of actions rather than their outcomes. Grounded in natural law theory, it argues for objective moral truths and applies rigorous philosophical reasoning to real-world ethical dilemmas, challenging modern relativism and utilitarianism.

  • The Metaphysics of Good and Evil - Paperback - by David S. Oderberg

    This book explores the nature of good and evil through classical metaphysics, arguing that good is rooted in the fulfillment of a thing’s essence and purpose, while evil is a lack or privation of due good. Drawing on Aristotelian-Thomistic philosophy, it defends objective morality, the real distinction between good and evil, and critiques modern relativism. It offers a rigorous philosophical foundation for understanding ethics and moral truth.

Spiritual Theology

  • Summa Theologiae Secunda Secundae, 1-91 - Imitation Leather – by Saint Thomas Aquinas

    This volume of the Summa Theologiae by St. Thomas Aquinas explores virtues, vices, and the moral life in detail. It covers the theological virtues (faith, hope, and charity), cardinal virtues (prudence, justice, fortitude, temperance), and related topics such as sin, law, and grace. Aquinas systematically examines each virtue and vice, grounding his analysis in Scripture, reason, and Church tradition to guide the soul toward a life of holiness.

  • Summa Theologiae Secunda Secundae, 92-189 - Imitation Leather – by Saint Thomas Aquinas

    This volume of Summa Theologiae (Secunda Secundae, Questions 92–189) explores virtues and vices in detail, focusing on justice, religion, fortitude, temperance, and the states of life. St. Thomas Aquinas systematically explains moral theology, covering topics like law, penance, prayer, and religious vows. Drawing on Scripture, the Church Fathers, and reason, it offers a clear, logical framework for understanding Christian moral living and the path to holiness.

  • The Three Ages of the Interior Life: Prelude of Eternal Life (2 Volume Set) Hardcover – by Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange

    This spiritual classic presents the journey of the soul through the purgative, illuminative, and unitive ways—three progressive stages in the interior life leading to union with God. Drawing on Scripture, the Church Fathers, and Thomistic theology, it offers deep insights into grace, virtue, prayer, and contemplation. Written for clergy and laity alike, it provides both a roadmap and inspiration for achieving sanctity and preparing the soul for eternal life.

  • Christian Perfection And Contemplation: According To St. Thomas Aquinas And St. John Of The Cross - Paperback – by REV Fr Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange

    This book explores the path to Christian perfection through the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas and St. John of the Cross. It shows how the spiritual life—rooted in grace, virtue, and prayer—leads the soul from purification through illumination to union with God. Emphasizing the necessity of contemplation and the passive purifications of the dark nights, it guides readers toward holiness and the ultimate goal of divine union.

  • The Spiritual Life: A Treatise On Ascetical And Mystical Theology - Paperback – by Adolphe Tanquerey

    This book offers a comprehensive guide to Catholic spiritual growth, blending ascetical and mystical theology. It outlines the stages of the spiritual life—purgative, illuminative, and unitive—and provides practical instructions on prayer, virtue, and resisting temptation. Drawing from Scripture, the Church Fathers, and theologians, it serves as a systematic manual for souls seeking holiness through grace, discipline, and union with God.

  • The Christian Life - Paperback – by Francis L B Op Cunningham

    This book offers a concise and practical guide to living a truly Christian life, rooted in traditional Catholic teaching. It explores how grace, virtue, prayer, and the sacraments shape the daily life of a faithful soul. With clarity and reverence, it outlines the path to holiness, emphasizing the importance of moral responsibility, love of God, and union with Christ. Ideal for those seeking a deeper understanding of how to live according to God’s will.

Church History

  • A General History of the Catholic Church, Vol. 1: From the Commencement of the Christian Era Until the Present Time - Paperback – by M. L'abbe J. E. Darras

    This book offers a sweeping overview of the Catholic Church’s history from the time of Christ through the early centuries, emphasizing its divine foundation, the spread of the Gospel, martyrdom of early Christians, formation of doctrine, and the Church’s enduring mission despite persecution. It highlights the Church’s role in shaping Western civilization, its spiritual authority, and its unwavering continuity through trials and triumphs.

  • A General History of the Catholic Church, Vol. 2: From the Commencement of the Christian Era to the Twentieth Century; With an Introduction and Notes - Paperback – by Joseph Epiphane Darras

    This volume offers a sweeping narrative of the Catholic Church’s growth from the early Christian era through the modern age, highlighting key events, figures, and doctrinal developments. It traces the Church’s endurance through persecution, heresies, and political upheavals while emphasizing divine providence and the Church’s unbroken mission. Rich with historical detail, it presents Catholic history as a continuous, divinely guided unfolding of truth and salvation.

  • A General History of the Catholic Church, Vol. 3: From the Commencement of the Christian Era Until the Present Time - Paperback – by J. E. Darras

    This volume presents a detailed narrative of the Catholic Church's history from the Middle Ages to the modern era, highlighting its spiritual, doctrinal, and political development. It explores the lives of saints, the role of popes, Church councils, missionary efforts, and responses to heresies and revolutions. The book underscores the Church’s perseverance through persecution and upheaval, emphasizing its divine foundation and enduring influence on civilization.

  • A General History of the Catholic Church: From the Commencement of the Christian Era Until the Present Time - Paperback – by J. E. Darras

    This work offers a comprehensive overview of the Catholic Church’s history from its founding by Christ through the centuries of growth, persecution, reform, and triumph. It traces the Church’s spiritual and temporal influence, key figures, councils, heresies, and missionary efforts, showing its continuity and divine guidance amidst turmoil. Written for both scholars and lay readers, it defends the Church’s role in shaping civilization and preserving true faith.

  • Studies in Church History, Vol. 1: Centuries I-VIII - Paperback – by Reuben Parsons

    This volume offers a concise historical survey of the Catholic Church from the 1st to the 8th century, highlighting key events, figures, and doctrinal developments. It explores the Church’s struggles against paganism, heresies, and persecution, while showcasing its growth, spiritual authority, and role in shaping Western civilization. The work emphasizes the continuity of true doctrine and the providential guidance of the Church through early centuries.

  • Studies in Church History, Vol. 2: Centuries IX.-XIV - Paperback – by Reuben Parsons

    This volume explores key developments in the Catholic Church from the 9th to 14th centuries, focusing on doctrinal, political, and social transformations. It examines the rise of the papacy, conflicts with secular rulers, monastic reform, heresies, crusades, and scholastic theology. With historical analysis rooted in traditional Catholic thought, it offers insight into how the Church shaped—and was shaped by—medieval Europe.

  • Studies in Church History, Vol. 3: Centuries XV-XVI - Paperback – by Reuben Parsons

    This volume explores key events and figures of the 15th and 16th centuries, a time of significant upheaval in Church history. It examines the decline of medieval Christendom, the rise of heresies, the Renaissance's impact on religious thought, and the Protestant revolt. Through detailed historical analysis, the author defends the Catholic Church’s continuity and authority amid the challenges of the Reformation and early modern Europe.

  • Studies in Church History, Vol. 4: Centuries XVII-XVIII - Paperback – by Reuben Parsons

    This volume offers a detailed account of key Church events and figures during the 17th and 18th centuries, highlighting the Church's response to Protestantism, Enlightenment thought, and political upheaval. It explores doctrinal developments, papal leadership, missionary expansion, and the challenges faced by Catholicism amid rising secularism. Written from a traditional Catholic perspective, it defends the Church’s role in shaping civilization and preserving divine truth.

  • Studies in Church History, Vol. 5 - Paperback – by Reuben Parsons

    This volume explores key events, figures, and doctrinal controversies in Church history, emphasizing the Catholic Church's role in shaping Western civilization. It highlights the Church’s responses to heresies, its influence on politics and culture, and the lives of notable saints and popes. Written with clarity and historical insight, it provides readers with a deeper understanding of the Church’s enduring spiritual and societal impact across the centuries.

  • Studies in Church History, Vol. 6: Cent; XIX (Part II.) - Paperback – by Reuben Parsons

    This volume explores key developments and figures in 19th-century Church history, focusing on the Catholic Church’s response to modern challenges such as rationalism, secularism, and political upheaval. It presents detailed studies of religious movements, ecclesiastical reforms, and significant papal actions of the time, offering insight into how the Church navigated one of the most turbulent centuries in its history.

  • Some Lies and Errors of History - Paperback – by Reuben Parsons

    This book exposes and corrects widespread historical myths and distortions, challenging anti-Catholic narratives often accepted as fact. Drawing from scholarly sources, the author defends the Church’s role in history, addressing events like the Crusades, the Inquisition, and Galileo's trial with context and clarity. It aims to restore truth where prejudice or misinformation has shaped popular opinion.

  • A History of the Catholic Church: Vol. 1: The Ancient Church, The Middle Ages, The Beginnings of the Modern Period - Hardcover – by Dom Charles Poulet

    This volume traces the Catholic Church’s history from its founding through the Middle Ages to the early modern era. It explores key events, councils, persecutions, and the rise of monasticism, showing how the Church shaped and survived changing empires and cultures. With clarity and fidelity, it highlights the Church’s role in preserving doctrine, fostering learning, and guiding souls amid both internal trials and external challenges.

  • A History of the Catholic Church: Vol. 2: The Modern Period, Contemporary Church History - Hardcover – by Dom Charles Poulet

    This volume traces the Catholic Church’s journey through the modern era, highlighting its struggles and triumphs amid revolutions, secularism, and modernist errors. It defends the Church’s divine origin and unchanging doctrine while chronicling key events, papal responses, and the impact of political upheaval on Catholic life. The work underscores the Church’s resilience and fidelity to truth despite widespread challenges and internal crises.

  • The History of Heresies and Their Refutation: Or, the Triumph of the Church - Paperback – by Alphonsus M. Liguori

    This book offers a detailed account of major heresies throughout Church history and how the Catholic Church has consistently refuted them. Written by St. Alphonsus Liguori, it defends the truth of the Catholic faith, exposes doctrinal errors, and affirms the Church’s divine authority. Through clear reasoning and historical evidence, it strengthens believers against false teachings and highlights the enduring victory of truth over heresy.

  • The History of the Church: From Christ to Constantine - Paperback – by Eusebius

    This work by Eusebius, the “Father of Church History,” chronicles the early centuries of Christianity, tracing its origins from Christ and the apostles through persecutions, heresies, martyrs, and the rise of the Church until Constantine’s reign. It preserves key documents, letters, and testimonies, offering insight into early Christian beliefs, leadership, and struggles for survival in a hostile Roman world.

  • The Ecclesiastical History of the English People; The Greater Chronicle; Bede's Letter to Egbert - Paperback - by Bede

    This volume offers a vivid account of early English Christianity, tracing the conversion of the Anglo-Saxons, the lives of saints, kings, and missionaries, and the growth of the English Church. Bede’s detailed narrative blends history, theology, and biography, revealing the spiritual and political transformation of England. Also included are his universal history and a pastoral letter urging reform and piety, highlighting Bede’s deep concern for moral and ecclesial renewal.

  • Church History : A Complete History of the Catholic Church to the Present Day - Paperback – by John Laux

    This book offers a comprehensive and accessible overview of the Catholic Church’s history from its founding by Christ through the early Church, the Middle Ages, the Reformation, and up to the modern era. It emphasizes the Church’s role in shaping Western civilization, the lives of key saints and popes, major councils, and struggles against heresies. Written clearly for students and general readers, it aims to strengthen faith through understanding historical continuity and truth.

Early Church Fathers

  • The Faith of Catholics, Vol. 1: Confirmed by Scripture and Attested by the Fathers of the First Five Centuries of the Church - Paperback – by Joseph Berington

    This book presents a systematic defense of Catholic doctrine by showing its deep roots in Sacred Scripture and the unanimous teachings of the early Church Fathers. It demonstrates that the core beliefs of the Catholic Church are not later inventions but were held and practiced from the earliest centuries. Drawing from biblical texts and patristic writings, it affirms the continuity and truth of Catholic faith through history.

  • The Faith of Catholics, Vol. 2 - Paperback – by Joseph Berington

    The Faith of Catholics, Vol. 2 by Joseph Berington (Classic Reprint, 2018) continues the author’s effort to systematically present Catholic doctrine using only Scripture and writings of the early Church Fathers. This volume focuses on topics like the authority of the Church, sacraments, and papal primacy, aiming to show that Catholic teachings are rooted in the earliest Christian tradition and consistent with true apostolic faith.

  • The Faith of Catholics, Vol. 3 - Paperback – by Joseph Berington

    The Faith of Catholics, Vol. 3 by Joseph Berington is a classic theological work that compiles teachings of the early Church Fathers to demonstrate the consistency of Roman Catholic doctrine through the ages. Focusing on tradition and patristic sources, it defends Catholic teachings against Protestant objections by showing how they align with the faith of the early Christians. This volume is part of a larger apologetic effort to affirm the Catholic Church’s continuity.

  • Confessions - Paperback – by Saint Augustine

    In this profound spiritual autobiography, a man reflects on his journey from sin and restlessness to faith and inner peace. Through personal struggles, intellectual exploration, and divine grace, he recounts his conversion to Christianity and the mercy of God in his life. A heartfelt prayer and philosophical reflection, the work reveals the search for truth, the burden of guilt, and the soul’s longing for God’s eternal love and wisdom.

  • City of God - Paperback - by Augustine of Hippo

    In this monumental work, Augustine of Hippo contrasts the City of God—founded on divine love and eternal truth—with the City of Man, rooted in pride and earthly desires. Written in response to the sack of Rome, he defends Christianity against pagan critics, explores the nature of justice, history, and salvation, and outlines a vision of human destiny shaped by grace. It is both a theological treatise and a philosophy of history.

  • On Baptism Against the Donatists - Paperback – by Saint Augustine of Hippo

    Saint Augustine's On Baptism Against the Donatists (c. 400 A.D.) is a seven-book refutation of the Donatist heresy, which wrongly denied the validity of sacraments administered by sinful clergy. Augustine uses the writings of St. Cyprian—ironically cited by the Donatists—to prove that baptism’s validity comes from Christ, not the minister. This work defends the unity and authority of the Catholic Church against schism and error.

  • The Lapsed / The Unity of the Catholic Church - Hardcover – by St. Cyprian

    In The Lapsed, St. Cyprian addresses Christians who renounced their faith during persecution, calling for sincere repentance and Church-led reconciliation. In The Unity of the Catholic Church, he defends the Church's oneness under the bishop of Rome, warning against schism and asserting there is no salvation outside the true Church. Both works powerfully affirm discipline, ecclesial unity, and the authority of the Church.

  • Commonitorium Against Heresies - Paperback – by Saint Vincent of Lerins

    Commonitorium Against Heresies by St. Vincent of Lerins is a timeless defense of the Catholic Faith, affirming that true doctrine must always align with what has been believed "everywhere, always, and by all." This bilingual Latin-English edition presents a clear rule for guarding against heresy: reject novelty, hold fast to Tradition, and cleave to the faith handed down from antiquity. A powerful mandate for preserving the unchanging truths of the Church.

  • The Apology of Tertullian - Paperback – by Tertullian Tertullian

    Tertullian's Apology is a bold defense of early Christians against Roman accusations of immorality, atheism, and treason. He argues that Christians are law-abiding, morally upright citizens who are persecuted unjustly. Using sharp logic and rhetorical skill, he exposes the hypocrisy of pagan practices and defends the truth of Christianity. His work appeals to reason and justice, calling for fair treatment and an end to baseless persecution.

  • The First and Second Apologies - Hardcover – by Justin Martyr

    In his First and Second Apologies, St. Justin Martyr defends Christianity against Roman persecution, arguing that Christians are moral, law-abiding citizens and not threats to the empire. He explains Christian beliefs, especially the divinity of Christ, the Eucharist, and the fulfillment of prophecy, appealing to reason and philosophy. Addressed to emperors, his writings aim to correct misconceptions and show that Christianity is the true philosophy rooted in divine truth.

  • Against Heresies - Paperback – by Irenaeus of Lyons

    This foundational Christian work refutes Gnostic heresies by defending apostolic tradition, Scripture, and the unity of God. Saint Irenaeus emphasizes the role of the Church as the guardian of truth, handed down through the apostles. He systematically exposes Gnostic errors and upholds the incarnation, passion, and resurrection of Christ as essential to salvation. The text affirms the consistency and authority of the Christian faith against false doctrines.

  • Select Letters - Hardcover – by Saint Jerome

    A collection of letters by St. Jerome, this work offers personal insights into early Christian theology, monastic life, Scripture translation, and Church controversies. Written with passion and sharp intellect, the letters reflect Jerome’s deep commitment to asceticism and the defense of orthodox faith. They reveal his relationships with key figures of the time and his struggles in promoting biblical study and moral reform within the Church.

  • Writings: The Fount of Knowledge - The Philosophical Chapters, on Heresies, the Orthodox Faith (The Fathers of the Church, Vol. 37) - Paperback – by Saint John of Damascus

    This work by Saint John of Damascus is a foundational synthesis of early Christian theology. It presents a clear defense of Orthodox doctrine, refutes heresies, and integrates philosophy with Christian faith. Divided into three parts—philosophical principles, a catalog of heresies, and a systematic exposition of the Orthodox Faith—it serves as a bridge between the Church Fathers and later scholasticism, offering a reasoned, faithful articulation of dogma.

Doctors of the Church

  • On the Church: On Councils, The Church Militant, On the Marks of the Church - Paperback – by St. Robert Bellarmine SJ

    St. Robert Bellarmine's Controversies is a foundational Catholic response to Protestant and Eastern Orthodox objections. In this second volume, he addresses Church Councils, the nature of the Church Militant, and the true Marks of the Church, systematically defending Catholic ecclesiology against figures like Luther, Calvin, and Ochenius. A landmark in theological history, it shaped all future Catholic thought on the Church and is now available in English for the first time.

  • De Controversiis Tomus II: On the Roman Pontiff - Paperback – by St Robert Bellarmine

    St. Robert Bellarmine’s five-book treatise defends the Papacy against Protestant and Eastern Orthodox objections. He proves Christ instituted Peter’s primacy and a Church monarchy (Book 1), shows Peter’s succession in Rome (Book 2), refutes claims that the Pope is Antichrist (Book 3), defends papal infallibility and authority (Book 4), and clarifies the Pope’s indirect role in civil matters (Book 5). This first English edition includes helpful notes and historical context.

  • The Catholic Controversy - Paperback – by Francis Sales

    Between 1594–1598, St. Francis de Sales converted 72,000 Calvinists back to the Catholic Faith through brilliant written apologetics after his preaching was rejected. His clear, Scripture-based tracts—slipped under doors and posted on walls—are among the most powerful defenses of Catholicism ever written. Drawing on Church Fathers and Doctors, these timeless works remain unmatched in answering Protestant objections with charity, clarity, and truth.

  • The History of Heresies and Their Refutation: Or the Triumph of the Church - Paperback – by J. Harris Gibson

    The History of Heresies by St. Alphonsus Liguori was written to counter the flood of irreligious and infidel writings that swept Europe in the late 18th century. Troubled by society’s turn toward false philosophy and away from the Gospel, St. Alphonsus sought to defend the Catholic Church as the one true Church founded by Christ. He urged government action against harmful publications and dedicated the work to a minister known for upholding religious law.

  • Summa Theologica - Hardcover – by Thomas Aquinas

    A monumental work of Catholic theology, this text systematically explores God's nature, creation, morality, Christ, sacraments, and salvation. Using a question-and-answer format, it blends philosophy and divine revelation to explain and defend Church doctrine. Designed as a teaching tool for beginners, it remains one of the most influential and profound theological works in Christian history.

  • St. Thomas Aquinas Summa Theologica (5 volume set) - Paperback – by Saint Thomas, Aquinas

    This monumental work presents the theological and philosophical teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas in a systematic, logical format. It explores key doctrines of the Catholic Faith—God, creation, morality, Christ, sacraments, and salvation—using reason and Scripture to explain and defend Church teachings. Written in a question-and-answer style, it remains one of the most influential guides for understanding Catholic theology and natural law.

  • Summa Theologiae: Complete Set (Latin-English Opera Omnia) Imitation Leather – by Saint Thomas Aquinas

    This monumental work by Saint Thomas Aquinas systematically presents the core teachings of the Catholic Faith through clear, logical argumentation. Covering God, creation, morality, Christ, and the sacraments, it offers profound insights grounded in Scripture and the Church Fathers. Structured as questions and answers, it remains a foundational text for theology, philosophy, and spiritual understanding, guiding readers to truth through reason and divine revelation.

  • Summa Theologiae Supplementum 1-68 (Latin-English Opera Omnia) - Imitation Leather – by Saint Thomas Aquinas

    This volume of Summa Theologiae (Supplement, Questions 1–68) by St. Thomas Aquinas explores topics related to the resurrection, judgment, and the glorified body, as well as sacraments like penance, extreme unction, holy orders, and matrimony. Compiled posthumously from his earlier works, it offers profound theological insight, structured reasoning, and clarity on matters concerning the end times and sacramental life.

  • Summa Theologiae Supplementum 69-99 (Latin-English Opera Omnia) - Imitation Leather – by Saint Thomas Aquinas

    This volume of Summa Theologiae (Supplementum 69–99) explores the final realities of the human soul—purgatory, judgment, resurrection, heaven, and hell. Saint Thomas Aquinas presents a detailed theological analysis of the afterlife, the nature of glorified and damned bodies, rewards and punishments, and the Last Judgment. Grounded in Scripture and Tradition, it offers a profound synthesis of Catholic eschatology with clarity and philosophical rigor.

  • Summa Contra Gentiles, Books III & IV (Latin-English Opera Omnia) - Imitation Leather – by St. Thomas Aquinas

    Books III & IV of Summa Contra Gentiles by St. Thomas Aquinas explore how reason supports the truths of Christian faith. Book III defends divine providence and moral order, showing how all things aim toward God as their final end. Book IV affirms truths accessible only by revelation—such as the Trinity, Incarnation, and sacraments—demonstrating their harmony with reason. Aquinas aims to equip believers to defend the Faith against non-Christians using both philosophy and theology.

  • The Doctrine of the Mystical Body of Christ According to the Principles of the Theology of St. Thomas - Hardcover

    This book presents the doctrine of the Mystical Body of Christ as developed through the theology of St. Thomas Aquinas. It explores how Christ is the Head, the faithful are members, and the Holy Spirit is the soul of the Church. Emphasizing unity in grace, sacraments, and faith, it explains how the Church extends Christ’s presence in the world. It clarifies the invisible and visible dimensions of the Church and its supernatural life in Christ.

  • A Tour of The Summa - Paperback

    This unique synopsis of the SummaTheologica is a complete, chapter-by-chapter restatement of St. Thomas' work, intended to expose readers to the totality of St. Thomas' thought and yet be brief enough to fit into one volume. Author of eleven other books on philosophy, Msgr. Glenn brings to this work—by far his greatest—a lifetime of teaching and writing experience. A masterpiece in its own right.

Canon Law

  • The 1917 or Pio-Benedictine Code of Canon Law: in English Translation with Extensive Scholarly Apparatus - Hardcover – by Edward N. Peters

    This volume presents the first comprehensive English translation of the 1917 Code of Canon Law, the foundational legal code of the Catholic Church prior to the 1983 revision. Edited and annotated by Edward N. Peters, it includes detailed scholarly commentary, historical context, and cross-references, making it an essential resource for canon lawyers, theologians, and historians seeking to understand traditional Catholic legal principles and ecclesiastical governance.

  • Canon Law : A Text and Commentary - Hardcover – by T. Lincoln Bouscaren

    This book provides a comprehensive explanation of the 1917 Code of Canon Law, presenting each canon with expert commentary for clarity and context. Designed for students, priests, and scholars, it explains the legal structure of the Catholic Church, covering topics such as sacraments, ecclesiastical penalties, and clerical duties. It offers practical insights into how Church law governs faith and discipline in daily Catholic life.

  • A Practical Commentary on the Code of Canon Law. Combined Volumes I and II - Hardcover – by Stanislaus Woywod

    This comprehensive commentary explains the 1917 Code of Canon Law in clear, practical terms for clergy and scholars. It provides detailed interpretations of each canon, grounded in traditional Catholic doctrine and centuries of jurisprudence. Revised and expanded in 1957, it incorporates updates and authoritative insights, making it an essential guide for understanding and applying canon law in pastoral and ecclesiastical contexts.

  • A Practical Commentary on the Code of Canon Law, V2 - Paperback – by Stanislaus Woywod

    This volume offers a clear and concise explanation of the 1917 Code of Canon Law, focusing on practical application for clergy and laypeople. It presents the laws of the Church in accessible language, with commentary that clarifies obligations, rights, and procedures in ecclesiastical life. Designed for everyday reference, it supports faithful adherence to Catholic discipline and order, grounded in centuries of tradition and Church authority.

  • A Commentary on the New Code of Canon Law, Vol. 1: Introduction and General Rules (Can. 1-86) - Paperback – by P. Chas. Augustine

    This volume offers a detailed explanation of the foundational canons (1–86) of the 1917 Code of Canon Law, covering general principles, legal definitions, and the structure of Church authority. It provides historical context, theological insights, and practical applications for clergy and scholars, aiming to clarify the intent and scope of the Church’s universal law. Written in a clear and accessible style, it serves as a guide for understanding the legal framework of the Catholic Church.

  • A Commentary on the New Code of Canon Law, Vol. 2: Clergy and Hierarchy - Paperback – by Chas. Augustine

    This volume offers a detailed, scholarly explanation of the 1917 Code of Canon Law as it relates to clergy and Church hierarchy. It clarifies the rights, duties, and structure of ecclesiastical offices, including bishops, priests, and religious orders. Designed for clergy and canonists, it provides historical context, authoritative interpretations, and practical guidance for applying Church law in pastoral and administrative life.

  • A Commentary on the New Code of Canon Law: Volume III - Hardcover – by The Rev. P. Chas. Augustine

    This volume offers a detailed, scholarly explanation of the 1917 Code of Canon Law, focusing on ecclesiastical procedures, religious institutes, and related canonical matters. It clarifies complex legal norms, providing historical context, authoritative commentary, and practical application for clergy and canonists. Written in clear yet precise language, it remains a valuable resource for understanding the Church's legal framework.

  • A Commentary On the New Code of the Canon Law, Volume 4 - Paperback – by Charles Augustine Bachofen

    This volume provides a detailed explanation of the 1917 Code of Canon Law, focusing on clerics, religious orders, and ecclesiastical property. Written by Fr. Charles Augustine, it clarifies legal terms, duties, and rights within the Church, referencing classical sources and Church Fathers. It is a valuable resource for understanding how the Church governs itself and its members according to traditional canon law.

  • A Commentary on the New Code of Canon Law, Vol. 5: Book III: De Rebus, or Administrative Law; Marriage Law (Can. 1012-1143), Matrimonial Trials (Can. 1960-1992) - Paperback – by P. Charles Augustine

    This volume provides a detailed explanation of Catholic Church law on marriage, including the conditions for valid marriage, impediments, dispensations, and canonical form. It also covers matrimonial trials, procedures for annulments, and Church jurisdiction over marriage cases. Designed for clergy and canon lawyers, it clarifies the New Code of Canon Law (1917) with theological and legal insights for proper application and judgment.

  • A Commentary on the New Code of Canon Law, Vol. 6: Administrative Law (Can. 1154-1551) - Paperback – by P. Charles Augustine

    This volume offers a detailed explanation of the administrative laws in the 1917 Code of Canon Law, covering Canons 1154–1551. It focuses on the Church's governance, the rights and duties of ecclesiastical authorities, and legal procedures in Church administration. The commentary clarifies complex juridical concepts to guide clergy and canonists in applying the law faithfully and effectively within ecclesiastical structures.

  • A Commentary on the New Code of Canon Law, Vol. 7: Ecclesiastical Procedure, Book IV, Can. 1552-2194 - Paperback – by P. Charles Augustine

    This volume offers a detailed explanation of the Church’s legal procedures as outlined in the 1917 Code of Canon Law, specifically Canons 1552–2194. It covers ecclesiastical trials, criminal cases, and disciplinary processes, explaining how justice is administered within the Church. The commentary clarifies legal principles, roles of Church authorities, and safeguards for the accused, aiming to uphold order, fairness, and fidelity to Catholic tradition.

  • A Commentary on the New Code of Canon Law, Vol. 8: Book V; Penal Code (Can. 21 ) - Paperback – by Charles Augustine

    This volume offers a detailed explanation of the Penal Code in the 1917 Code of Canon Law (canons 2195–2414), clarifying the Church’s laws on crimes, penalties, and procedures for ecclesiastical discipline. It provides theological and juridical context to help clergy and canonists understand the purpose, application, and justice of canonical penalties, while upholding the spiritual and moral authority of the Church. Includes a comprehensive index for reference.

Social Doctrine

  • Rerum Novarum - On Capital and Labor - Pope Leo XIII - 1891

    Issued in 1891, this encyclical affirms the dignity of workers and the right to private property, while condemning both socialism and unchecked capitalism. It upholds the role of the Church in guiding social issues, promotes just wages, the right to form unions, and cooperation between classes. The state must protect the poor and ensure justice, but should not usurp family or Church roles. It laid the foundation for modern Catholic social teaching.

  • Libertas Praestantissimum - On the Nature of Human Liberty - Pope Leo XIII - 1888

    This encyclical by Pope Leo XIII defends true human liberty as the freedom to choose good, guided by reason and God's law—not license to do evil. It condemns the errors of liberalism that detach freedom from truth, asserting that liberty must be rooted in the natural law and divine authority. Only in obedience to God and moral order can man be truly free, secure justice, and attain the common good.

  • Quadragesimo Anno - Reconstruction of the Social Order - Pope Pius XI - 1931

    Issued in 1931, this encyclical reaffirms and expands on Rerum Novarum, condemning both unrestrained capitalism and socialism. It calls for a just social order rooted in subsidiarity, where higher authorities support, not replace, lower ones. It promotes corporate structures for labor and capital collaboration, emphasizes the dignity of work, fair wages, and the moral responsibility of the state to ensure social justice and the common good.

  • Quas Primas - Introducing the Feast of Christ the King - Pope Pius XI - 1925

    In 1925, Pope Pius XI established the Feast of Christ the King to affirm the social kingship of Christ over all nations and individuals. He emphasized that true peace can only come when society recognizes Christ's authority in both public and private life. The encyclical denounces secularism and urges governments, families, and individuals to submit to Christ’s rule. It calls Catholics to renew loyalty to Christ amid rising atheism and moral decline.

  • Guiding Principles Of The Lay Apostolate - Pope Pius XII - 1957

    This document outlines the essential role of lay Catholics in defending and spreading the Faith amid modern threats like secularism and atheism. Pope Pius XII urges the laity to act under Church authority, grounded in prayer, doctrine, and charity. Their apostolate must serve Christ’s mission, working in unity with bishops and priests, especially in everyday life, where clergy cannot reach. The layperson's witness is vital for the Church's presence in the world.

  • The Framework of a Christian State: An Introduction to Social Science - Paperback – by Rev. E. Cahill S.J.

    This book presents a Catholic vision of society grounded in natural law and divine revelation. It outlines the duties of the state, the rights of the Church, and the moral foundations of law, economy, and education. Emphasizing Christ’s social kingship, it defends a just social order where civil authority is subordinate to God's law. It critiques secularism and liberalism, calling for a return to Christian principles in public life.

  • Sociology: A Class Manual In The Philosophy Of Human Society - by Paul J. Glenn

    This book offers a concise yet thorough introduction to the nature, purpose, and structure of human society through a Thomistic lens. It explores man's social nature, the origin and necessity of society, the roles of the family, civil society, and the Church, and the principles governing authority, law, rights, and duties. Rooted in natural law and classical philosophy, it affirms objective moral order as the basis for justice and social harmony.

  • Politics - Paperback - by Aristotle

    Aristotle's Politics explores how societies are organized and governed, arguing that the purpose of the state is to promote the good life. He analyzes different forms of government—monarchy, aristocracy, and polity—alongside their corrupt versions—tyranny, oligarchy, and democracy. Aristotle emphasizes the role of virtue, citizenship, and the middle class in achieving stability and justice, offering a foundational text in Western political philosophy.

  • Opuscula I (Latin-English Opera Omnia) - Leather Bound – by Saint Thomas Aquinas

    This first volume of the smaller works of Thomas Aquinas includes the famous Compendium of Theology: the theological work Aquinas wrote at the request of his secretary, Reginald. It is basically a simplified version of the Summa Theologiae, since his secretary had requested a work on theology in less dense terms. This volume also contains the treatises On the Principles of Nature, On Being and Essence, On Separate Substances, and On Kingship.

  • The Servile State - Paperback – by Hilaire Belloc

    Hilaire Belloc argues that modern capitalism inevitably leads to a "servile state," where a majority work in semi-slavery under a property-owning minority. He critiques both socialism and laissez-faire capitalism, warning that state intervention to fix capitalism’s flaws reintroduces servitude. Belloc calls for a return to widespread property ownership—a "distributist" model—to preserve freedom and human dignity.

  • The Outline of Sanity - Paperback - by G. K. Chesterton

    G.K. Chesterton critiques modern capitalism and socialism, advocating instead for Distributism—a system where property and productive assets are widely owned by ordinary people. He argues that true freedom and stability come from a society of small landowners, craftsmen, and independent producers. With wit and insight, Chesterton defends tradition, family, and localism as antidotes to industrial centralization and economic slavery.

Preparation for Tyranny

  • A Dialogue of Comfort Against Tribulation - Paperback – by Saint Thomas More

    In this profound spiritual work, a wise old man consoles his young cousin facing fear and suffering during a time of turmoil. Through thoughtful dialogue, he offers deep reflections on the nature of suffering, the fleeting joys of the world, and the eternal hope found in God. Blending reason, faith, and wit, the book encourages perseverance, trust in divine providence, and the pursuit of heavenly comfort amid earthly tribulations.

  • Hamlet - Paperback – by William Shakespeare

    A Danish prince, Hamlet, seeks to avenge his father’s murder after encountering his ghost, who reveals that Hamlet’s uncle, now king, is the killer. Struggling with betrayal, madness, and moral uncertainty, Hamlet spirals into deep introspection and feigned madness. The play explores themes of revenge, corruption, and mortality, leading to a tragic ending where nearly all the main characters, including Hamlet, meet their demise.

Sedevacantism

  • Reclaiming the Catholic Church: The True History of Vatican II and the Visible Remnant of the Real Catholic Church now that the Vatican is a Pederast Infested Hive of Impostors - Paperback – by Filotto

    This book argues that the Catholic Church was hijacked during Vatican II by modernist infiltrators, replacing true doctrine with heresy. It claims the post-Vatican II Church is no longer Catholic but a counterfeit institution led by impostors. The author defends traditional Catholicism, urging faithful Catholics to recognize the visible remnant of the true Church and reject the false hierarchy now occupying the Vatican.

  • Vatican II Exposed as Counterfeit Catholicism - Hardcover – by Fr. Francisco Radecki, Fr. Dominic Radecki

    This comprehensive study reveals that the changes after Vatican II were not spontaneous but the result of long-planned efforts rooted in the Protestant Reformation. It documents how modernists worked for decades to create a new religion under the guise of Catholicism. Drawing on extensive sources, it analyzes the Council’s sessions, documents, key figures, and the drastic differences between the traditional and post-Vatican II Mass and sacraments, exposing the impact on global Catholic faith.

  • Work of Human Hands : A Theological Critique of the Mass of Paul VI Paperback - Paperback – by Anthony Cekada

    This book explores the growing appeal of the traditional Latin Mass, particularly among younger Catholics drawn to its beauty, reverence, and continuity with tradition—qualities they find lacking in the Mass of Paul VI. Beyond aesthetics, it raises serious theological questions. Father Cekada offers a scholarly, clear, and at times witty critique of the new Mass, challenging its doctrinal soundness with depth and rigor.

  • Don’t Get Me Started! Collected Writings. Vol. I. Road to Sedevacantism. - Paperback – by Rev. Anthony Cekada

    This collection offers a powerful chronicle of Fr. Anthony Cekada’s journey from traditionalist resistance to full sedevacantism. Through essays and articles from 1979 to 1998, he analyzes the errors of Vatican II, critiques the Novus Ordo liturgy, and defends the traditional Catholic Faith. With clarity and wit, he exposes the theological rupture of the post-conciliar Church and argues for the logical necessity of sedevacantism as the true Catholic response.

  • Don’t Get Me Started! Collected Writings. Vol. II - Paperback – by Rev. Anthony Cekada

    A sharp, witty collection of essays by Fr. Anthony Cekada from 2000–2008, this volume critiques the errors of Vatican II, exposes contradictions in the Novus Ordo liturgy, and defends traditional Catholic doctrine with theological precision and biting humor. Fr. Cekada tackles topics from false ecumenism to modernist popes, offering clear arguments for the sedevacantist position and encouraging Catholics to hold fast to the Faith handed down through the ages.

  • Don’t Get Me Started! Collected Writings Vol. III - Paperback – by Rev. Athony Cekada

    This volume gathers Fr. Anthony Cekada’s sharp, witty, and incisive writings from 2007–2019, addressing the crisis in the Catholic Church with clarity and humor. Covering topics from liturgy and theology to Church politics and modern errors, these essays offer a traditional Catholic critique of the post-Vatican II Church. Cekada’s style is both accessible and polemical, making complex issues understandable while defending the timeless truths of the Faith.

  • Sede Vacante!: Part One: Dogmatic Ecclesiology Applied to Our Times - Paperback – by Griff Ruby

    This book applies traditional Catholic dogmatic theology to the post-Vatican II crisis, arguing that the current hierarchy lacks true authority due to public heresy. It explains how the Church remains visible and indefectible even during a prolonged papal vacancy, and urges Catholics to adhere to traditional doctrine and sacraments. Through careful ecclesiology, it defends the sedevacantist position as the logical response to modern errors in the Church.

    Is it sedevacantist? Yes, Sede Vacante! by Griff Ruby is a sedevacantist work. It argues that the post-Vatican II hierarchy, including recent claimants to the papacy, have lost authority due to heresy. The author uses traditional Catholic dogmatic theology to explain how the Church can continue without a true pope and how faithful Catholics can recognize and remain within the true Church despite the apparent absence of a visible head.

  • Sede Vacante!: Part Two: The Lumen Gentium Theory About Our Present Ecclesial Circumstance - Paperback – by Griff Ruby

    This book argues that the post-Vatican II Church lost true authority by embracing heretical teachings, especially in Lumen Gentium, which redefined the Church in a way inconsistent with traditional Catholic doctrine. It defends the sedevacantist position, explaining how the visible structures are occupied by invalid leaders and how the faithful can still adhere to the true Catholic Church without a reigning pope.

    Is it sedevacantist? Yes, Sede Vacante! Part Two by Griff Ruby is a sedevacantist work. The author argues that the post-Vatican II hierarchy, though occupying Church structures, lacks true ecclesiastical authority due to adherence to heresy. He critiques Lumen Gentium, asserting it introduced a false ecclesiology incompatible with Catholic doctrine. Ruby defends traditional Catholicism and explains how the faithful can remain within the true Church despite the apparent absence of a pope.

  • The Popes Against Modern Errors: 16 Papal Documents - Paperback

    This book is a compilation of 16 official papal documents from the 18th to 20th centuries that condemn the key errors of modernism, liberalism, socialism, and religious indifferentism. These authoritative teachings reaffirm traditional Catholic doctrine and warn against the moral and doctrinal corruption of modern thought. It offers a clear view of how the Church historically responded to the growing threats of modern ideology.

    Is it sedevacantist? No, the book itself is not sedevacantist. It is a compilation of pre-Vatican II papal teachings and is often used by both traditionalist and sedevacantist Catholics to support their positions, but the publisher (TAN Books) is not sedevacantist.

  • To deceive the elect: The catholic doctrine on the question of a heretical Pope - Paperback – by Fr. Paul Kramer

    This book explores the traditional Catholic doctrine concerning the possibility of a heretical pope, arguing that a true pope cannot publicly and obstinately teach heresy without losing the papal office. Drawing on Scripture, Church Fathers, and theologians, it defends the principle that heresy severs one from the Church. The author warns of deception in the post-Vatican II Church and urges fidelity to unchanging Catholic truth.

    Is it sedevacantist? Fr. Paul Kramer is not a sedevacantist. While he holds that a pope who becomes a manifest heretic loses office automatically (a view many sedevacantists share), he personally believes that Francis is not a true pope due to heresy but also believes the Church still retains a valid hierarchy. His stance aligns more with sedeprivationism or resistance theory, not formal sedevacantism.

  • Iota Unum: A Study of Changes in the Catholic Church in the Xxth Century - Paperback – by Romano Amerio

    This book offers a detailed critique of the theological, liturgical, and structural changes in the Catholic Church during the 20th century, especially after Vatican II. The author, a traditional Catholic philosopher, argues that these changes represent a break from previous Church teaching and tradition, leading to confusion and crisis within the Church.

    Is it sedevacantist? No, it is not sedevacantist, though it shares many of their concerns. Amerio remained loyal to the post-Vatican II hierarchy.

  • Open Letter to Confused Catholics - Paperback – by M. Lefebvre

    This book explains the crisis in the Catholic Church after the Second Vatican Council, highlighting the abandonment of tradition, liturgy, doctrine, and discipline. It urges Catholics to remain faithful to the Church’s timeless teachings and resist modern errors, even when promoted by Church authorities. It encourages clarity, not rebellion, and offers hope to those disoriented by the changes.

    Is it sedevacantist? No, Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre was not sedevacantist. He recognized the post-Vatican II popes as valid but resisted their reforms. His stance is often termed "recognize and resist."

  • They Have Uncrowned Him - Paperback – by Marcel Lefebvre

    This book is a forceful critique of the Second Vatican Council and its aftermath, especially the new Mass and ecumenism. It defends the unchanging Catholic Faith, condemns modernist errors, and warns of a Church crisis led by misguided hierarchy. Archbishop Lefebvre urges Catholics to hold fast to tradition despite widespread apostasy and confusion, calling for fidelity to Christ and His true Church.

    Is it sedevacantist? No. Archbishop Lefebvre was not sedevacantist. He recognized the post-Vatican II popes as valid but resisted their errors, which is the SSPX (Society of St. Pius X) position.

  • Against the Heresies - Paperback – by Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre

    This book presents Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre’s firm defense of traditional Catholic doctrine against the errors of modernism and Vatican II. He critiques the changes to the Mass, ecumenism, and religious liberty, upholding the teachings of the pre-conciliar Church. It is a passionate call to remain faithful to Catholic Tradition amid a crisis of faith and authority.

    Is it sedevacantist? No, Archbishop Lefebvre was not sedevacantist. He acknowledged the post-Vatican II popes, though he resisted their reforms.

  • Liberalism Is A Sin - Paperback – by Felix Sarda y Salvany

    This book argues that liberalism—the belief in individual freedom above God's truth—is a grave error and incompatible with Catholicism. It shows how liberalism infiltrates society and the Church, undermining doctrine, morals, and authority. Rooted in Church teaching, it urges Catholics to reject compromise with modern errors and remain faithful to tradition and truth.

    Is it sedevacantist? No, the book predates the Vatican II crisis (written in 1886). It is not sedevacantist but is often cited by sedevacantists and traditional Catholics due to its clear condemnation of modern liberalism.

  • What Happened to Catholicism: The Heresy Behind the Current Crisis - Paperback – by Kennedy Hall

    This book explores the deep-rooted theological errors that led to the crisis in the Catholic Church after Vatican II. It traces how modernist heresies infiltrated Church leadership, reshaping doctrine, liturgy, and authority. The author challenges mainstream narratives, urging Catholics to return to Tradition as the only path to restoring the Faith. It’s a call for clarity, courage, and fidelity amid widespread confusion and apostasy.

    Is it sedevacantist? No, Kennedy Hall is not a sedevacantist. He is traditionally minded but remains within the framework of recognizing the post-Vatican II hierarchy. He typically aligns with views held by the SSPX or other non-sedevacantist traditionalist groups.

  • A Catechism of Modernism - Paperback – by J. B. Lemius O.M.I.

    This book is a question-and-answer compendium based on Pope St. Pius X’s 1907 encyclical Pascendi Dominici Gregis, exposing and condemning Modernism—the synthesis of all heresies. It explains the errors of those who seek to reinterpret Catholic doctrine through the lens of modern philosophy, science, and historical criticism, showing how these ideas undermine faith, dogma, and tradition. A vital tool for defending the unchanging truths of the Faith.

    Is it sedevacantist? No, the book itself is not sedevacantist. It presents traditional Catholic doctrine as taught by Pope St. Pius X and is used by both sedevacantist and traditionalist (non-sedevacantist) Catholics. The authors/editors (J. B. Lemius and Kennedy Hall) do not explicitly promote sedevacantism in this edition.

The Latin Mass

  • New Roman Missal 1945 in Latin and English - Leather Bound – by F.X. Lasance

    A faithful 1945 edition of the traditional Latin Tridentine Mass, presented in Latin and English without post-1950s revisions. It includes the full Ordinary and Propers of the Mass, a study guide to follow the priest, and a rich supplement: liturgical calendar, feast explanations, saint biographies, glossary, symbols, and indulgenced prayers. Enhanced by additions up to Pope Pius XII’s reign, this edition features sewn binding, leatherette cover, gold edges, and ribbon markers.

  • St Andrew Daily Missal 1945 (Gold Edges) - Hardcover – by Dom Gaspar Lefebvre

    This traditional Catholic missal offers the full Latin and English texts for the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass according to the Roman Rite, following the liturgical calendar as it stood before Vatican II. It includes prayers, explanations, and commentary to deepen understanding and participation in the liturgy. Rich with theological insight and historical context, it guides the faithful through daily and Sunday Masses, feasts, and devotions in a spiritually enriching and reverent manner.

  • Roman Daily Missal 1962 - Imitation Leather – by Angelus Press

    This book contains the complete traditional Latin Mass with English translations, following the 1962 Roman Missal. It includes readings for all Sundays and feast days, prayers, devotions, and explanations to deepen understanding and participation in the liturgy. Designed for daily use, it guides the faithful through the Church’s liturgical year, preserving the beauty and reverence of the traditional Catholic faith and worship.

  • Latin-English Booklet Missal For Praying The Traditional Mass - Paperback – by Coalition in Support of Ecclesia Dei

    This booklet provides the complete Ordinary of the Traditional Latin Mass (Tridentine Mass) in both Latin and English, along with essential prayers, instructions, and explanations to help the faithful follow and understand the Mass. It includes the Propers for Sundays and Holy Days, devotional prayers before and after Mass, and clear rubrics. Designed for active participation, it supports deeper reverence and devotion to the timeless liturgy of the Church.

  • Treasure and Tradition: The Ultimate Guide to the Latin Mass Hardcover – by Lisa Bergman

    This beautifully illustrated guide introduces readers to the rich history, symbolism, and meaning of the Traditional Latin Mass. It explains each part of the Mass in a clear, accessible way, connecting liturgical actions to Scripture, tradition, and Church teaching. Designed for beginners and lifelong Catholics alike, it deepens appreciation for the Mass as a profound act of worship and a treasure of the Catholic Faith handed down through the centuries.

  • A Beginner's Guide to the Traditional Latin Mass - Paperback – by Derya Little

    This guide introduces newcomers to the Traditional Latin Mass, explaining its structure, prayers, gestures, and rich symbolism. It highlights the Mass’s reverence, focus on God, and continuity with centuries of Catholic worship. The book helps readers understand what to expect, how to follow along, and why the Latin Mass continues to inspire deep devotion among Catholics seeking a sacred and timeless liturgy.

  • Latin English Missal: for the Traditional Mass - Paperback – by Harry B Oesma

    This large print Latin-English missal provides the full text of the Traditional Latin Mass (Tridentine Mass), with side-by-side Latin and English translations for easy understanding and participation. It includes the Ordinary of the Mass, key prayers, and responses, helping the faithful follow along reverently and accurately. Ideal for those new to the Traditional Mass or with visual needs, it supports deeper engagement with the timeless liturgy of the Church.

  • St. Edmund Campion Missal: For the Traditional Latin Mass - Hardcover – by Jeff Ostrowski

    This beautifully crafted missal is designed for the Traditional Latin Mass, offering the complete liturgical texts for Sundays and feast days throughout the year. It includes Latin-English translations, sacred artwork, and detailed explanations to guide the faithful in understanding and participating more fully in the Tridentine liturgy. Combining rich tradition with clear presentation, it serves both newcomers and seasoned attendees of the ancient Roman Rite.

  • Why You Should Veil: A Guidebook for Catholic Women - Paperback – by The Girl in the Mantilla

    This guide encourages Catholic women to rediscover the tradition of veiling in church as a sign of reverence, humility, and feminine dignity. Drawing on Scripture, Church teaching, and personal reflection, it explains the spiritual symbolism of the veil, addresses common objections, and offers practical tips for beginning the practice with confidence and devotion in today’s world.

  • The Mass Explained to Children - Paperback – by Maria Montessori

    This book introduces children to the beauty and meaning of the traditional Catholic Mass through clear, simple language and thoughtful explanations. It helps young readers understand each part of the Mass, fostering reverence, attention, and love for the liturgy. Rooted in Maria Montessori’s educational principles, it guides children to see the Mass not as a routine, but as a sacred and living act of worship.

  • In Defense of Latin in the Mass: The Case for the Church's Timeless Liturgical Language - Paperback – by Pope Benedict XIV

    This concise yet powerful work defends the use of Latin as the traditional language of the Roman Catholic Mass. Pope Benedict XIV responds with clarity, charity, and historical insight to objections—both old and modern—against Latin in the liturgy. Drawing from Church tradition and his expertise in canon law, he upholds Latin as a unifying and sacred element of worship. The text also includes a supporting essay by Hierotheus Confluentinus.

General

  • Murder in the 33rd Degree: The Gagnon Investigation into Vatican Freemasonry - Paperback - by Fr. Charles Theodore Murr

    This gripping eyewitness account exposes the infiltration of Freemasonry into the Vatican during the 1970s, based on Cardinal Gagnon’s secret investigation ordered by Pope Paul VI. Fr. Charles Murr, a close collaborator of Gagnon, recounts the hidden corruption, the mysterious death of Pope John Paul I, and the missed chance for reform. Drawing from personal notes and diaries, the book reveals a disturbing yet vital chapter in the post-Vatican II Church.

  • The St. Gallen Mafia: Exposing the Secret Reformist Group Within the Church - Hardcover – by Julia Meloni

    This book investigates a covert group of liberal Church leaders—nicknamed the St. Gallen Mafia—who sought to influence papal elections and steer the Catholic Church toward progressive reforms. It traces their efforts to oppose “Pope” Benedict XVI and support the rise of “Pope” Francis, revealing internal power struggles, strategic alliances, and a calculated agenda to reshape doctrine and governance within the Church.

  • The St. Gallen Network: The Secret Reformist Group that Transformed the Catholic Church - Paperback – by Rev. John Beaconhills

    A secretive group of high-ranking Church officials, known as the St. Gallen network, met privately for years to discuss progressive reforms within the Catholic Church. United by a shared opposition to traditionalist influences and the “papacy” of Benedict XVI, they sought to shape the future of the Church. This book uncovers their influence, especially in the election of “Pope” Francis, and explores how their coordinated efforts reshaped doctrine, leadership, and the Church’s global direction.

  • Counsels on the Spiritual Life - Paperback – by Thomas a Kempis

    This spiritual classic offers timeless guidance on humility, detachment from worldly vanities, interior peace, and union with God. Through short meditations and practical advice, it encourages readers to examine their conscience, embrace suffering with patience, and seek God’s will above all. Rooted in deep Christian devotion, it nurtures the soul toward virtue, simplicity, and spiritual maturity in everyday life.

  • The Imitation of Christ: The Devotional Classic - Hardcover – by Thomas à Kempis

    This timeless spiritual classic offers profound guidance on living a Christ-centered life through humility, detachment, and interior devotion. It emphasizes the emptiness of worldly pursuits and the peace found in union with God. With meditations on suffering, obedience, and the sacraments, it inspires readers to imitate Christ's virtues and deepen their spiritual journey with simplicity and sincerity.

  • The Ways of Mental Prayer - Paperback – by Vitalis Lehodey O.C.R.

    This classic guide explores the three stages of mental prayer—meditation, affective prayer, and contemplation—offering practical advice for deepening one’s spiritual life. Rooted in Catholic tradition, it helps the soul grow in intimacy with God through humility, self-denial, and perseverance. With clarity and spiritual wisdom, it addresses distractions, dryness, and the role of grace, making it an invaluable resource for both beginners and advanced souls.

  • The Faith of Our Fathers: A Plain Exposition and Vindication of the Church Founded by Our Lord Jesus Christ - Paperback - by Cardinal James Gibbons

    This book explains and defends the teachings, practices, and authority of the Catholic Church in a clear and accessible way. It addresses common misconceptions about Catholic doctrine, emphasizes the Church’s continuity from Christ and the Apostles, and highlights the role of tradition, sacraments, and the papacy. Written for both Catholics and non-Catholics, it offers a reasoned, historical, and scriptural case for the Catholic Faith.

  • This Is the Faith: A Complete Explanation of the Catholic Faith - Paperback – by Canon Francis Ripley

    A clear and comprehensive guide to the traditional Catholic Faith, this book explains Church teachings on God, Christ, the sacraments, morality, prayer, and salvation. Written in a logical and accessible style, it defends Catholic doctrine with Scripture and reason, aiming to strengthen belief and answer objections. It is ideal for converts, catechumens, and anyone seeking to understand or return to authentic Catholic teaching.

  • The Defense of the Catholic Church - Leather Bound - by Francis X. Doyle

    This book presents a clear and comprehensive defense of the Catholic Church, grounded in reason, Scripture, and history. It combines apologetics with a detailed study of the life of Christ based on the Gospels, offering insights into His teachings, miracles, and mission. Designed as a college-level textbook, it aims to deepen faith, strengthen Catholic identity, and provide logical responses to common objections against the Church.

  • Divine Poetry: Church History Prefigured by the Old Testament in Chronological Order - Paperback – by Dominic Caggeso

    This book reveals how Old Testament events and figures symbolically prefigure key moments in Church history, presented in a clear chronological order. Through typology and biblical patterns, it draws striking parallels between Israel’s journey and the Catholic Church’s rise, struggles, and current crisis. The work invites readers to see divine providence unfolding through time, offering hope and clarity amid modern confusion.

  • The Sinner's Return To God: The Prodigal Son - Paperback - by Rev. Fr. Michael Mueller

    This book is a powerful guide to conversion and repentance, using the parable of the Prodigal Son to illustrate God's infinite mercy and love for sinners. It explains how no matter how far one has strayed, true contrition and trust in God can lead to forgiveness and spiritual renewal. The author urges readers to reject sin, return to the sacraments, and embrace a life of grace, showing that salvation is always within reach through God's boundless compassion.

  • Manual of Prayers: For the Use of the Catholic Laity - Imitation Leather – by Third Plenary Council of Baltimore

    A treasured devotional book for Catholics, this manual offers a rich collection of traditional prayers, litanies, and devotions drawn from Church teaching and practice. Rooted in the faith expressed by the Third Plenary Council of Baltimore, it guides the laity in daily worship, confession, Communion, and spiritual growth. Designed for frequent use, it fosters a deeper union with God through timeless Catholic piety, including prayers for Mass, saints, and personal sanctification.

  • The Life of Jesus Christ: Part One, Volume 1, Chapters 1–40 - Hardcover - by Ludolph of Saxony

    This volume presents a richly detailed and meditative account of the life of Jesus, blending Scripture, Church Fathers, and medieval reflection. Ludolph of Saxony guides readers through Christ’s early life with vivid narration, moral insights, and contemplative depth, aiming to draw the soul into deeper love and imitation of Christ. The work fosters devotion by inviting readers to see, feel, and spiritually participate in the mysteries of Christ’s earthly journey.

  • The Life of Jesus Christ: Part One, Volume 2, Chapters 41-92 - Hardcover – by Ludolph of Saxony

    This volume continues Ludolph of Saxony’s profound meditation on the life of Christ, offering detailed reflections on His public ministry, teachings, miracles, and growing opposition. Drawing from Scripture, Church Fathers, and devotional insights, it invites the reader into a deep, contemplative union with Christ through vivid, prayerful narration designed to stir love, sorrow for sin, and a desire for imitation.

  • The Life of Jesus Christ: Part Two, Volume 1, Chapters 1-57 - Hardcover – by Ludolph of Saxony

    This volume offers a deeply meditative and detailed account of Jesus Christ’s public ministry, blending Scripture, Church Fathers, and spiritual reflections. Ludolph of Saxony presents each event in Christ’s life with theological insight and devotional guidance, inviting readers to contemplate Christ’s actions, teachings, and virtues to deepen their love, faith, and imitation of Him in daily life.

  • The Life of Jesus Christ: Part Two; Volume 2, Chapters 58-89 - Hardcover – by Ludolph of Saxony

    This volume continues Ludolph of Saxony’s rich, meditative account of Christ’s life, focusing on His Passion, Crucifixion, and Resurrection. Drawing from Scripture, the Church Fathers, and medieval devotion, it invites the reader into deep contemplation of Christ’s suffering, love, and redemptive mission. Each chapter encourages personal reflection and union with Christ through vivid detail and spiritual insight.

  • The Church's Year - Hardcover – by Rev. Fr. Leonard Goffine

    This book offers clear, devotional explanations of the Church's liturgical year, guiding Catholics through the Sundays, feasts, and holy days with reflections on the Mass readings, prayers, and customs. It deepens understanding of the liturgy and fosters spiritual growth by connecting the faithful more closely to the rhythm of the Church's calendar. Ideal for families and individuals seeking to live the Faith daily.

  • Divine Intimacy - Leather Bound – by Father Gabriel of St Mary Magdalen

    This daily devotional offers profound meditations rooted in Carmelite spirituality and traditional Catholic teaching, guiding the soul toward deeper union with God. Each reflection blends Scripture, theology, and prayer to foster interior life, spiritual discipline, and divine love. Designed to align with the liturgical year, it helps readers grow in holiness through contemplation and a consistent life of prayer.

  • Abandonment to Divine Providence - Paperback – by Jean-Pierre de Caussade

    This spiritual classic teaches that true peace and holiness come from surrendering completely to God's will in the present moment. Rather than seeking extraordinary experiences, it emphasizes trusting Divine Providence in everyday life. By accepting each moment as a gift from God, the soul grows in faith, humility, and love. The book encourages simplicity, detachment, and joyful abandonment to God's plan.

  • Fundamentals of Catholic Dogma - Paperback – by Ludwig Ott

    This book is a comprehensive, systematic presentation of the essential teachings of the Catholic Church, rooted in Scripture, Tradition, and authoritative Church documents. It clearly distinguishes between levels of theological certainty and explains each dogma’s origin, development, and meaning. Designed for both students and clergy, it serves as a foundational reference for understanding and defending the Catholic Faith.

  • Orthodoxy - Paperback – by G.K. Chesterton

    G.K. Chesterton’s Orthodoxy is a witty and profound defense of the Christian faith, exploring how belief in orthodoxy satisfies both the intellect and the imagination. Through paradox, humor, and personal reflection, Chesterton argues that Christianity uniquely balances reason and mystery, freedom and tradition, and joy and sacrifice. The book presents his journey from doubt to belief, offering a compelling case for embracing traditional Christian doctrine.

Popes

  • Saint Pius V: The Legendary Pope Who Excommunicated Queen Elizabeth I, Standardized the Mass, and Defeated the Ottoman Empire - Paperback – by Professor Roberto De Mattei

    This book explores the life and legacy of Pope Saint Pius V, a towering figure of the Catholic Counter-Reformation. It highlights his spiritual rigor, his pivotal role in standardizing the Traditional Latin Mass, excommunicating Queen Elizabeth I, and uniting Christian forces to defeat the Ottoman Empire at the Battle of Lepanto. Through reform, prayer, and leadership, he helped preserve the Church’s integrity during one of its most turbulent eras.

  • Anti-Modernist Papal Encyclicals - Paperback - by Pope Gregory XVI, Pope Leo XIII

    This book is a collection of powerful papal encyclicals from Popes Gregory XVI and Leo XIII, written in response to the rise of modern errors threatening the Catholic Faith. These encyclicals defend traditional Church teaching against liberalism, rationalism, religious indifferentism, and secularism. They reaffirm the authority of the Church, the importance of obedience to divine revelation, and the dangers of adapting the Faith to modern ideologies.

  • The Pope And The Freemasons: The Letter "Humanum Genus" - Paperback - by Pope Leo XIII

    Pope Leo XIII exposes the grave dangers of Freemasonry, warning that it promotes a godless, secular order that undermines the Church, morality, and social harmony. He contrasts the Christian worldview with the Masonic agenda, which seeks to remove God from public life and elevate human reason above divine truth. The Pope urges Catholics to resist these errors, uphold true faith, and restore Christian principles in society through prayer, education, and active witness.

Saints

  • The Twelve Steps to Holiness and Salvation - Paperback – by St. Alphonsus Liguori

    This powerful spiritual guide outlines twelve essential steps for achieving holiness and eternal salvation, focusing on virtues such as humility, charity, prayer, detachment, and conformity to God’s will. Drawing from Scripture and Church tradition, St. Alphonsus offers practical advice for overcoming sin and growing in virtue, making the path to heaven accessible to all who sincerely seek it.

  • St. Antony of the Desert - Paperback – by St. Athanasius

    This classic biography recounts the life of St. Antony, the father of Christian monasticism, as written by his contemporary, St. Athanasius. It tells of Antony's withdrawal into the Egyptian desert, his battles with demons, his spiritual wisdom, miracles, and deep devotion to God. Through solitude and prayer, Antony became a powerful witness of holiness, inspiring countless others to follow the path of asceticism and sanctity.

  • Conversation with Christ: Teaching of St.Teresa of Avila About Personal Prayer - Paperback - by Peter Thomas Rohrbach

    This book offers a clear and practical guide to mental prayer based on the teachings of St. Teresa of Avila. It explains how to develop a deeper relationship with Christ through structured, heartfelt conversation with Him. The author simplifies St. Teresa’s spiritual wisdom, making it accessible for anyone seeking to grow in personal prayer, overcome distractions, and cultivate a life of intimate union with God.

  • Preparation For Death (The Aesthetical Works) - Paperback – by Alphonsus Liguori

    This profound spiritual work urges readers to reflect on the shortness of life, the certainty of death, and the eternal consequences of their choices. It emphasizes the need for repentance, detachment from sin, and preparation for a holy death. Through vivid meditations and practical advice, it inspires a deeper love for God and a desire for Heaven, encouraging the soul to live each day as if it were the last.

  • Saint Pius V: The Legendary Pope Who Excommunicated Queen Elizabeth I, Standardized the Mass, and Defeated the Ottoman Empire - Paperback – by Professor Roberto De Mattei

    This book explores the life and legacy of Pope Saint Pius V, a towering figure of the Catholic Counter-Reformation. It highlights his spiritual rigor, his pivotal role in standardizing the Traditional Latin Mass, excommunicating Queen Elizabeth I, and uniting Christian forces to defeat the Ottoman Empire at the Battle of Lepanto. Through reform, prayer, and leadership, he helped preserve the Church’s integrity during one of its most turbulent eras.

  • The Glories Of Mary - Paperback – by St. Alphonsus Liguori

    This classic work by St. Alphonsus Liguori presents the power, mercy, and maternal love of the Blessed Virgin Mary, showing her role as our advocate and refuge. Drawing from Scripture, Church Fathers, and saints' writings, it offers meditations, prayers, and stories illustrating Mary’s intercession and her desire to lead souls to Christ. The book inspires devotion and trust in Mary as a path to salvation and spiritual growth.

  • An Introduction to the Devout Life - Paperback - by Francis de Sales

    This spiritual classic offers practical guidance for living a holy life in the midst of daily duties. Aimed at laypeople, it teaches how to grow in love of God through prayer, humility, and virtue. With gentle wisdom, it shows that holiness is not just for monks or priests, but for everyone, regardless of their state in life. Through simple advice and spiritual exercises, it helps the reader pursue true devotion while remaining active in the world.

  • True Devotion to Mary: with Preparation for Total Consecration - Paperback – by Louis de Montfort

    This classic Catholic work teaches the importance of true devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary as the surest path to Jesus Christ. St. Louis de Montfort explains how entrusting oneself entirely to Mary leads to deeper union with Christ, spiritual growth, and protection from sin. The book includes a detailed, 33-day preparation for total consecration to Jesus through Mary, guiding readers in prayer, reflection, and self-renunciation to live fully for God.

  • The Spiritual Combat: and a Treatise on Peace of Soul - Paperback – by Lorenzo Scupoli

    This classic Catholic guide to spiritual life teaches that victory in the spiritual battle is won not by strength, but by humility, self-distrust, trust in God, and constant prayer. It offers practical advice for overcoming temptation, growing in virtue, and achieving inner peace by surrendering one’s will to God. With simple yet profound wisdom, it leads souls toward holiness through daily effort, discipline, and total reliance on divine grace.

  • The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius: or Manresa - Paperback – by Ignatius of Loyola

    This classic Catholic guide offers a structured, month-long journey of meditations, prayers, and spiritual disciplines designed to help individuals deepen their relationship with God, overcome sin, and discern His will. Through silence, self-examination, and contemplation of Christ's life, the reader is led to spiritual clarity, detachment from worldly attachments, and a firm commitment to serve God more fully.

  • The Dialogue of St. Catherine Of Siena: A Conversation with God on Living Your Spiritual Life to the Fullest - Paperback – by Catherine of Siena

    This spiritual classic presents a profound mystical dialogue between St. Catherine of Siena and God, offering divine insights into virtue, divine love, suffering, and the soul’s path to union with God. Through vivid imagery and spiritual wisdom, it calls readers to repentance, humility, and a life of deep prayer and charity. It encourages total trust in God’s will and a fervent desire for holiness in all aspects of life.

  • The Story of a Soul: The Autobiography of St. Therese of Lisieux - Paperback – by Thérèse of Lisieux

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