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<p>Lord God, I address You as the Beauty so ancient and so new, who has chased away my blindness and breathed upon me fragrantly. I acknowledge that all earthly beauty is but a pledge of Your love—a ring given by the Bridegroom to draw the heart back to Himself. I renounce the ugliness of my previous search for joy in created things, choosing instead to focus my desire upon the Most High King.</p>
<p>I offer this Dedication of Beauty by consecrating the disordinate social frictions and spiritual paper cuts of this day as little tokens of my desire for You. Receive my patience in the face of domestic disorder or the chaos of the temporal vocation as a humble currency used to purchase immense spiritual growth. Let the distractions of the world serve only to remind me of the Light that has no setting and the Dawn that no tomorrow follows.</p>
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									<p><b>Blessed John Henry Newman</b>&nbsp;evaluates old churches as witnesses of Him who is the first and the last. The Gospel “<i>Blessed the womb</i>” is fulfilled in this <b>Gospel Palace</b>. This basilica is a visible specimen of the communion of saints, proving that “<i>Tradition is necessary to understand Scripture</i>“. Newman evaluates these buildings as emblems of Jesus Christ. We must adorn the soul rather than the body so we too can be a “holy temple”.</p>								</div>
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									<p>The soul is frequently lured by the “unreal pleasures” of the world, which act as shadows that fade as we mature in the spirit. We must acknowledge that these passing delights cannot provide “food for eternity” and will eventually leave the heart in misery. We are called to redirect our desires toward the inexhaustible <b>beauty of God</b>, the only Object that never perishes or disappoints.</p>								</div>
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<p>Mary is the “Beauty of the Most High King,” a radiance that Newman recognized as both ancient and ever new. In her, we find the perfection of a soul that has been sought out and captured by Divine Love.</p>
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<p>Lord, I love the beauty of Your house and the place where Your glory dwells.</p>
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August 5: The Eternity of Our Faith

<p>St. Teresa advises to conform ourselves to God's will, embrace the cross, and be willing to suffer in order to advance in The Interior Castle. Fr. Reid explains how the souls in The Second Mansions differ from those in The First Mansions, and stresses the importance of learning how to master our emotions.  </p><p>Episode four focuses on the only chapter on the The Second Mansions.</p><p><strong>LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:</strong></p><ul><li><em>The Interior Castle</em> (Deluxe Edition): https://bit.ly/42oGlwW</li><li>TAN Classics Deluxe Set: https://bit.ly/3MTGBOz</li><li><em>The Interior Castle</em> (Paperback Edition): https://bit.ly/3CbAAbe</li><li><em>The Autobiography of St. Teresa of Ávila</em>: https://bit.ly/43sanBo</li><li><em>St. Teresa of Ávila: Reformer of Carmel</em>: https://bit.ly/3qpKVOa</li></ul><p><em>The Commentaries</em> is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of <em>The Commentaries</em>, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.</p><p>To download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for <em>The Commentaries</em> listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com </p><p>And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.</p>

4. The Interior Castle: Conforming Ourselves to God’s Will

<P>Home. It is an elegant word, at once both simple and far-reaching. Home is a place to live in and feel comfortable, but it is much more than that.Home is where we are nurtured, where we live, and where we love. The language of Home is universal. It is where we find the eternal in the everyday.But the Home has been neglected. To millions of women today, there is nothing worse than being a ;homemaker.; If only they knew the supreme value (and reward) of giving loved ones a place to call Home! Written by three wives and mothers, Theology of Home is a simple guide to help reorient all of us toward our true home, allowing us to think purposefully about how to make our own homes on earth better equipped to get all those living in them to the Fathers house. Featuring more than 100 beautiful (and inspiring) photographs from homes around the country, profound words from the saints and other literary figures, and in-depth commentary on the theological and spiritual underpinnings of our love for Home, Theology of Home offers readers a tour of the both the Home and the human heart.Whether you live in a sprawling estate or a humble dwelling, whether alone or with a crowd, this is far more than a book of beautiful photos and great décor ideas. You will also learn how to create a deeper sense of the divine through:</P><P></P><P>Creating a welcoming environment that starts with your Door</P><P>Fostering a sense of remembrance through images, scents, and activities that will keep your family recollecting joy, family, and Christ</P><P>Making your home a place for joyful gatherings and spiritual growth through an emphasis on light</P><P>Prioritizing family dinners to feed the body and the soul</P><P>Opening up your Home to those around you, spreading the joy and peace of Christ with your hospitality</P><P>And much more . . .</P><P></P><P>Discover how beauty and order can bring the eternal to your everyday, and help create a path to heaven for those you love most dearly.</P>

Theology of Home

<P>This relatively short book is widely regarded as the best on the apparition of Our Lady in 1531 in Mexico City. Tells the complete story: From the Conquest of Mexico and the conversion of the Aztecs through the development of the devotion and on into the modern era. An enthralling story and an essential devotion for our times!</P>

The Wonder of Guadalupe

<P>Fr. John Laux's deeply penetrating and concise book, Chief Truths of the Faith, presents readers with a mature and thorough understanding of the Catholic Faith. Concepts covered include the nature and attributes of God, the nature and origin of humanity, the Immaculate Conception, hypostatic union, sanctifying and actual grace, the resurrection of the dead, and more. Although originally written as a high school study guide, college students and adults alike will have a thorough grounding on all major points of faith in order to achieve salvation for self and others. Recommended for 9th grade students enrolled in TAN Academy.</P>

Chief Truths of the Faith

01 Opening Credits

02 Introduction

03 Chapter 1 - Why Does God Allow Natural Evil

04 Chapter 2 - My Strength and My Rest

05 Chapter 3 - What a Devastating Hurricane

06 Chapter 4 - How Can I Live Without Her

07 Chapter 5 - Why Does God Permit Moral Evil

08 Chapter 6 - Man's Inhumanity To Man

09 Chapter 7 - Epiphany in Jail

10 Chapter 8 - Is My Son Dead

11 Chapter 9 - Growth and Service

12 Chapter 10 - Discerning God's Will

13 Chapter 11 - The Answerer

14 Summary and Conclusion

15 Closing Credits

<P><I><B>If God loves us and is so powerful, why does God allow disease and natural disasters, as well as terrorism and other human atrocities?</B></I></P><P><I><B>What are some true stories of Catholics today who faced significant suffering and now see the good that God brought from it?</B></I></P><P><I>Catholic Stories of Faith and Hope</I>&#160;provides a Catholic response to the big question, “Why would a loving God allow evil, pain, and suffering?” This includes exploring why God would allow disease and natural disasters (natural evil) and evil human behavior (moral evil), as well as how suffering can help us find a deeper meaning and purpose in life.</P><P>This book contains several poignant and inspiring personal testimonies of Catholics who have dealt positively with significant suffering in their own lives. These stories provide contemporary accounts of how suffering can lead to personal and spiritual growth and bring us closer to God, others, and the Church.&#160;<I>Catholic&#160;Stories of Faith and Hope</I>&#160;helps us see suffering and hardship as an opportunity to experience God’s grace and love by focusing on Jesus Christ, who experienced profound pain and suffering himself and who cares deeply about our own suffering.</P><P><I>Catholic Stories of Faith and Hope</I>&#160;helps readers undertake the Spiritual Works of Mercy to “comfort the afflicted,” “counsel the doubtful,” and “educate the uninformed.” Understanding the purpose of suffering and the greater good that can come from it will help us and those we love become better, instead of bitter, when facing life’s inevitable hardships and difficulties.</P>

Catholic Stories of Faith and Hope: How God Brings Good Out of Suffering

02 Dedication

03 Foreword

04 Preface

05 Chapter 1

06 Chapter 2

07 Chapter 3

08 Chapter 4

09 Chapter 5

10 Chapter 6

11 Chapter 7

12 Chapter 8

13 Chapter 9

14 Chapter 10

15 Chapter 11

16 Chapter 12

17 Chapter 13

18 Chapter 14

19 Chapter 15

20 Chapter 16

21 Chapter 17

22 Chapter 18

23 Chapter 19

24 Chapter 20

25 Chapter 21

26 Chapter 22

27 Chapter 23

28 Chapter 24

29 Chapter 25

30 Chapter 26

31 A Final Reflection

32 Closing Credits

<P>Alice von Hildebrand is a household name to many who know her from her countless EWTN appearances, books, and her extensive articles and essays. What is little known is the story of her life, notably the thirty-seven years she spent at Hunter College in New York City.&#160; There, despite systematic opposition she left &#160;a mark on a generation of students through her defense of truth with reason, wit, and love. By showing her students how truth fulfills the deepest longings of the heart, she liberated countless students from the oppressive relativism of the day, enabling many of them to find their way to God.&#160; Now, for the first time, discover the details of Alice von Hildebrand’s life as a "Happy Failure," including:</P><ul><li><P>The thrilling escape from Europe that was nearly halted by a Nazi sub</P></li><li><P>Early days in America and her dedication to education and cultivating wisdom</P></li><li><P>Her marriage to the great philosopher Dietrich von Hildebrand</P></li><li><P>Victories and defeats at Hunter where she combated a culture of relativism</P></li></ul><P><I><B>Memoirs of a Happy Failure</B></I> is a fascinating and essential glimpse into the life of one of contemporary Catholicism’s most compelling minds. It is the story of courage, faith, and the grace of God acting in the world.</P>

Memoirs of a Happy Failure

Opening Credits

Dedication Page

Foreword to the First Edition

Foreword to the Second Edition

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Life of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque: Part 1

Life of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque: Part 2

Part 1: Chapter 1 - The Motives For This Devotion

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6 Part 2: Chapter 1 - The Means of Acquiring This Devotion

Part 3: Chapter 1 - The Practice of This Devotion

Chapter 7

Chapter 8 Chapter 9: Part 1

Chapter 9: Part 2

Appendix

Ending Credits

<h3>Overview</h3>
<p>Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, How to Practice the Sacred Heart Devotion presents the classic account of the revelations given to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque and the authentic practices of this central Catholic devotion, grounded in the Church&rsquo;s life and teaching. The work by Fr. John Croiset compiles prayers, meditations, and doctrinal grounding to help readers adore the Heart of Christ with zeal and humility. The book supports practical growth in love, reparation, and Eucharistic devotion.</p>
<ul>
<li>Explains the historical and spiritual origin of the Sacred Heart devotion</li>
<li>Guides the reader through authentic practices of prayer and reparation</li>
<li>Includes the life and revelations of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque as a model of devotion</li>
<li>Offers meditations and prayers suitable for personal and parish prayer life</li>
<li>Connects devotion to the Sacred Heart with Eucharistic love and Church teaching</li>
</ul>

Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus: How to Practice the Sacred Heart Devotion

02 Title Page

03 Introduction

04 First Day

05 Second Day

06 Third Day

07 Fourth Day

08 Fifth Day

09 Sixth Day

10 Seventh Day

11 Eighth Day

12 Ninth Day

13 Tenth Day

14 Eleventh Day

15 Twelfth Day

16 Thirteenth Day

17 Fourteenth Day

18 Fifteenth Day

19 Sixteenth Day

20 Seventeenth Day

21 Eighteenth Day

22 Nineteenth Day

23 Twentieth Day

24 Twenty-First Day

25 Twenty-Second Day

26 Twenty-Third Day

27 Twenty-Fourth Day

28 Twenty-Fifth Day

29 Twenty-Sixth Day

30 Twenty-Seventh Day

31 Twenty-Eighth Day

32 Twenty-Ninth Day

33 Thirtieth Day

34 Prayers in Honor of St. Michael and the Holy Angels

35 Mass and Prayers in Honor of St. Gabriel

36 Mass and Prayers in Honor of St. Raphael

37 Mass and Prayers in Honor of the Holy Guardian Angels

38 Prayer to Our Lady, Queen of Angels

39 Closing Credits

<P><I>O God, Who in ineffable providence do deign to send Your holy angels for our defense, grant to Your suppliants both to be defended always by their protection and to rejoice in their eternal company. (Collect for the Feast of the Angels Guardian from the Roman Missal)</I></P><P>Of the members of the Church Triumphant, none are perhaps more mysterious than the orders of the heavenly spirits, created before the foundation of the earth and destined for all time "to serve . . . those who shall inherit salvation" (Heb. 1:14). In truth, the angels, who are made to reflect very closely the glory of God, are destined to be the servants of the righteous of mankind in heaven! That is why Mary is Queen of the angels (and she can send them to our aid, if we ask her!). And yet, while we are on earth, some of the most powerful intercessors we have before God are the angels. Divided into nine choirs, they guard both the material world, directing the operations of nature, and individuals and societies, serving as protectors and helpers. Led by St. Michael, the Prince of the Heavenly Host, standing "before the altar holding a golden thurible . . . to offer up the prayers of all the holy ones on the golden altar, which is before the Throne of God" (Apoc. 3:8), the angels partake of the eternal banquet of the celestial liturgy. They act as our guardians, serve as messengers from God to us and from us to God, surround the altar during Mass on earth, and bear the graces of the Mass like incense back to the altar of God on high.</P><P>In <I><B>St. Michael and the Angels</B></I>, discover all this and more about the holy angels, as well as St. Michael's special role as "Champion of the Church," "Defender of Christians," "Guardian of Purgatory," "Helper of the Sick and Dying," and the "Holy Standard-Bearer" who presents souls before the holy light of God. Find also numerous devotions to the angels, including litanies to our Guardian Angel, to St. Michael, St. Raphael, and St. Gabriel. A special treat is the prayer to our guardian angel asking him to go in our place to attend Mass when we cannot! In all, <I><B>St. Michael and the Angels</B></I> is a treasure trove of information and inspiration about the holy angels—our silent partners in the way of salvation.</P><P><I>O captains and leaders of the armies of heaven, unworthy as we are, we beseech you without cease to surround us with your intercessions and cover us beneath the shelter of the glory of your ethereal wings. We bend our knee and cry out with perseverance: "Deliver us from danger, O Princes of the Powers on high!" (Troparion of the Byzantine Synaxis of the Heavenly Powers)</I></P>

Saint Michael and the Angels: A Month with St. Michael and the Holy Angels

<P>Everyday Evangelism for Catholics answers that all-important question for Catholics with little experience in evangelism: how do I get started? In Everyday Evangelism for Catholics, Cathy Duffy shares from her wealth of experiencing a natural and easy process that anyone can use to evangelize friends and family, including:</P><P></P><P>Why all Catholics should be involved in evangelism - it isnt just for Protestants.</P><P>How to guide a conversation toward opportunities for evangelism.</P><P>How to ask the right questions to find out where a person is on their spiritual journey.</P><P>How to be prepared to respond to the key concerns that are likely to arise in different situations.</P><P>What a worldview is and why it matters.</P><P>How to recognize underlying worldview assumptions that shape a persons beliefs.</P><P>How to present the Catholic faith to a Protestant who is already familiar with the Bible.</P><P>How to actively listen so you can learn what people truly think and feel.</P><P>How to pray for others and track prayers with a journal.</P><P>How and why to pray with others on the spot.</P><P></P><P>Since evangelism isnt a one-size-fits-all process, Duffy helps sort out what is likely to work best in different situations. She advocates a relational approach rather than the ability to win apologetic arguments. Anyone who loves their faith, loves others, and is willing to invest prayer and time can do this.</P>

Everyday Evangelism for Catholics

The Imitatio Christi Retreat: Day 1

03 Quotation

05 Introduction

06 Part 1 - Chapter 1 - Courtship defined

07 Chapter 2 - Biblical Courtship

08 Chapter 3 - Royal Courtship

09 Chapter 4 - Religious Life After Marriage

10 Chapter 5 - The Third Ring of Marriage

11 Chapter 6 - Courtships That Produced Saints

12 Chapter 7 - Martyred for Love

13 Chapter 8 - Courtships That Transformed the Church

14 Chapter 9 - Saintly Matchmakers

15 Chapter 10 - The Good Wine for Last

16 Conclusion - The Pearl of Great Price

17 Part 2 - How to Choose a Spouse

18 For Those Discerning Marriage

19 For the Married Couple

20 Be Apostles to Singles

21 Prayers

22 Saintly Sayings

23 Contemplative Questions

24 Closing Credits

<P>The greatest lovers in the history of the world were the saints, those who sought to love God above everything. For those saints called to marriage, it was God’s love that led them to pursue their spouse in a most pure and holy courtship.</P><P><I><B>Courtship of the Saints</B></I> reveals how twenty-five saintly couples, including Joachim and Anne, Joseph and Mary, Elizabeth of Hungary and Louis IV, Gianna and Pietro Molla, Louis and Zélie Martin, and others, met their spouses. From the most ordinary to the most extraordinary circumstances, one thing is clear: Divine Providence was at work. In these pages, you will also discover what courtship is according to Archbishop Fulton Sheen and Father Chad Ripperger.</P><P>In a world of lust, confusion, disappointment, and broken marriages, these saintly couples will inspire you to begin waiting and praying for a virtuous spouse. Still more, they offer wisdom and practical advice for those already married. Better than any romance novel, these stories will captivate your heart and reveal how the saints loved with passion and joy, enduring all trials with peace—for a blessed marriage is the fruit of a holy courtship.</P>

Courtship of the Saints

<p><em>The Life and Martyrdom of St. Peter and St. Paul</em> presents one of the most compelling and least-known witnesses to the foundations of the Catholic Church. Attributed to St. Abdias of Babylon, a disciple of the Apostles and the first Patriarch of the Persian Church, this ancient account offers a vivid portrait of the missionary labors, confrontations, and martyrdoms of the Church&rsquo;s two greatest Apostles.</p>
<p>Translated with clarity and fidelity by Fr. Robert Nixon, OSB, this volume draws from early Christian sources long revered in tradition, filling in narrative gaps left by Sacred Scripture. Readers encounter Peter and Paul not as distant icons, but as flesh-and-blood men preaching across the Roman world, confronting pagan power, enduring persecution, and sealing their witness with blood. Rich in historical detail, theological depth, and dramatic force, this work invites modern Catholics to rediscover the courage, authority, and sacrificial love upon which the Church was built.</p>
<p>In this book, you will learn:</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">The historical circumstances surrounding the martyrdoms of Sts. Peter and Paul</li>
<li aria-level="1">How early apostolic tradition complements and deepens the biblical narrative</li>
<li aria-level="1">The missionary zeal and pastoral authority exercised by the Apostles</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why martyrdom stands at the heart of the Church&rsquo;s foundation</li>
<li aria-level="1">How apostolic witness continues to shape Catholic faith and perseverance</li>
</ul>
<p>This book is ideal for Catholics who want to deepen their understanding of the Church&rsquo;s apostolic foundations. It will especially benefit readers interested in early Church history, apostolic tradition beyond the biblical canon, and historically grounded accounts of martyrdom. Clergy, educators, theology students, and devotional readers who value continuity, authority, and sacrifice in Catholic life will find this work particularly compelling.</p>

The Life and Martyrdom of St. Peter and St. Paul

<P>Extraordinary marriages don't just happen. They flow from grace-filled, faithful, and fruitful covenants of love.Every marriage, and even preparation for marriage, has its ups and downs. In a world and culture that seems to isolate and criticize, authors Ryan and Mary-Rose Verret proclaim: you are not alone!In these pages, the Verrets offer the married and soon-to-be married a program for profound and transformative discipleship. Witness to Love gives married couples the tools and encouragement to share the grace, struggles, joys, and blessings of their marriage with young couples in desperate need of mentors.In Witness to Love, the Verrets issue a challenge to us all. Share your lives, share your heart, share your love. Make disciples!</P>

Witness to Love

<P>;Learn of me, for I am meek and humble of heart.; —Matthew 11:29Learn a way to take this line from the Gospels and conform yourself to it. This incredible classic of Catholic spirituality will show you the way to Heaven and real Christian holiness. The Imitation of the Sacred Heart of Jesus by Fr. Peter Arnoudt, S.J., is the guide that our souls need to become saints.</P><P>;My Child, if thou desirest to attain true felicity, render thy whole heart similar and comformable to My Heart.;</P><P>;In My heart thou shalt find peace and tranquility, which the world cannot give nor take away.; (page 27)</P><P>This book thoughtfully covers every way in which we can perfect ourselves through devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Not only that, but it warns us against every pitfall we face in the daunting task of attaining holiness. It includes important chapters on:</P><P></P><P>The dissatisfaction worldly goods provide</P><P>Salvation and the Sacred Heart</P><P>Perfection and imitation of the Sacred Heart</P><P>Cleansing of mortal and venial sins</P><P>Sanctifying grace</P><P>Jesuss life and the Sacred Heart</P><P>Jesuss suffering and the Sacred Heart</P><P>Unity with the Sacred Heart</P><P>And much more&hellip;</P><P></P><P>Throughout this book, we are offered the greatest example of perfection—the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Fr. Arnoudt makes his knowledge accessible by staging the book as a conversation between Our Lord and ourselves as His disciples. The book then firmly and consolingly guides us along the path to perfection.</P><P>Not a book to be read at a few sittings, The Imitation of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is one to be digested and allowed to become part of our daily lives. Its holy words enable us to conform ourselves to the Heart of Jesus and prepare us to enter the heavenly kingdom. Faithfully followed, this book will enable anyone to achieve sainthood.</P>

The Imitation of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

<p><strong>The Lives and Deaths of the Biblical Fathers</strong>&nbsp;opens a remarkable window into the earliest centuries of Christian scholarship through the writings of&nbsp;<strong>Saint Isidore of Seville</strong>, one of the Church's great Doctors and historians. Presented in English for the first time, this newly translated work gathers the lives of the principal figures of Sacred Scripture&mdash;from Adam to the Apostles&mdash;into a single chronological narrative that illuminates the unfolding story of salvation.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Drawing upon Scripture, early Christian tradition, and ancient Jewish sources, Saint Isidore enriches familiar biblical figures with historical context, spiritual insight, and devotional reflection. More than a simple catalog of names, this classic work reveals the continuity of God's providential plan across generations, helping readers better understand how the faith was prepared, proclaimed, and faithfully handed on. Rich in theology, history, and storytelling, it offers an engaging companion for anyone seeking to know the people who shaped salvation history.</p>

The Lives and Deaths of the Biblical Fathers