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<p>Father Edward Looney reads and comments on The Life of Jesus Christ and Biblical Revelations: From the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich.</p><h1><strong>Day 69</strong></h1><p><u><strong>Volume 1</strong></u></p><p>JOHN PREACHING PENANCE AND BAPTIZING</p><ul><li>Chapter 8: Jesus Travels over Luz and Ensemes to Visit the Two Inns at which the Holy Family Rested on Their Journey to Bethlehem and Their Flight into Egypt Part 1</li></ul><p><strong>LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE ACE25 FOR 25% OFF</strong></p><ul><li><em>The Life of Jesus Christ and Biblical Revelations: From the Visions of Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich Four-Book Set - </em><a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://bit.ly/3QVreIs">https://bit.ly/3QVreIs</a></li><li><em>The Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ: From the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich - </em><a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://bit.ly/4bPsxRm">https://bit.ly/4bPsxRm</a></li><li><em>The Life and Revelations of Anne Catherine Emmerich Two-Book Set - </em><a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://bit.ly/3yxaLE5">https://bit.ly/3yxaLE5</a></li><li><em>The Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary: From the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich - </em><a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://bit.ly/3wTRsUL">https://bit.ly/3wTRsUL</a></li><li><em>Mary Magdalen in the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich - </em><a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://bit.ly/4brYEXb">https://bit.ly/4brYEXb</a></li><li><em>The Mystical City of God Four-Book Set - </em><a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://bit.ly/44Q9nZb">https://bit.ly/44Q9nZb</a></li><li><em>Our Lady of Good Help: Prayer Book for Pilgrims - </em><a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://bit.ly/3Ke6O9S">https://bit.ly/3Ke6O9S</a></li></ul><p><em>The Life of Jesus Christ in a Year: From the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich</em> is a podcast from TAN that takes you through one of the most extraordinary books ever published. Follow along daily as Father Edward Looney works his way through the classic four-volume set, <em>The Life of Jesus Christ and Biblical Revelations</em>, by reading a passage from the book and then giving his commentary. Discover the visions of the famous 19th-century Catholic mystic, Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich, a nun who was privileged by God to behold innumerable events of biblical times.</p><p>Anne Catherine's visions included the birth, life, public ministry, Crucifixion, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ, as well as the founding of His Church. Besides describing persons, places, events, and traditions in intimate detail, she also sets forth the mystical significance of these visible realities. Here is the infinite love of God incarnate and made manifest for all to see, made all the more striking and vivid by the accounts Blessed Anne has relayed.</p><p>Listen and subscribe to <em>The Life of Jesus Christ in a Year: From the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich</em> on your favorite podcast platform or at <a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://tandirection.com/podcasts/the-life-of-jesus-christ-in-a-year/">EmmerichPodcast.com</a>.</p><p>And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at <a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://tanbooks.com/">TANBooks.com</a> and use Coupon Code ACE25 for 25% off your next order.</p>

Day 69: The Holy Family Rested on Their Journey to Bethlehem Part I

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Year 2, Day 76: The Forty Days’ Fast of Jesus

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<p>I petition for the grace to fortify my belief through the authority of both Scripture and the Tradition of the Catholic Church. Because Thy Word is capable of many interpretations, I ask for the “universal rule” of Tradition to distinguish Thy truth from the variety of errors that rise up in every age.</p>
<p>I petition Thee for the grace to follow the standards of universality, antiquity, and consent. Help me to remain sound and complete in the faith by following the common understanding of the saints. In the midst of contradictions, let the rule of the Prophets and Apostles be my guide, protecting me from the frauds of those who would lead me astray.</p>
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<p><i><sup>16</sup>He that heareth you, heareth me; and he that despiseth you, despiseth me; and he that despiseth me, despiseth him that sent me.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>17</sup>And the seventy-two returned with joy, saying: Lord, the devils also are subject to us in thy name.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>18</sup>And he said to them: I saw Satan like lightning falling from heaven.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>19</sup>Behold, I have given you power to tread upon serpents and scorpions, and upon all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall hurt you.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>20</sup>But yet rejoice not in this, that spirits are subject unto you; but rejoice in this, that your names are written in heaven.</i></p>
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									<p><b>St. Vincent of Lérins</b> explains that “owing to the depth of Holy Scripture,” people interpret it in “as many ways as there are interpreters.” Thus, we must join “the authority of the Church’s interpretation” to the Bible. This<b> Church Father</b> insight ensures the <b>Mystical Body </b>remains “sound and complete.” This <b>Tradition</b> is lived out in the <b>Liturgy</b>, particularly in the “Mass of the early Christians”, where the “True Body and Blood” are recognized according to “Apostolic traditions.” We must fortify our belief through the <b>Catholic Tradition</b>.</p>								</div>
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									<p>Vincent of Lérins argues that the “rule for the right understanding of the Prophets and the Apostles” must be framed by the “Catholic tradition.” He warns that without this “standard,” Scripture is “capable of as many interpretations as there are interpreters.”</p>								</div>
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<p>Mary is the “Mother of the recreated world” who is the “aqueduct” of these traditions. The <b>Magisterium</b>, through the <b>Pope </b>and <b>Bishops</b>, preserves the “Apostolic traditions” against “innovators”. They are the “stewards of the mysteries”. Mary, as the “Mirror of Virtue”, helps us continue “sound and complete” in the faith that she first nurtured in the <b>Christ-child.</b></p>
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<p>Thank you, Lord Jesus Christ, for the great gift of your inspired Scriptures; and thank you for the gift of your Church’s authoritative Tradition.</p>
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June 15: Tradition is Necessary to Understand Scripture

Kids

Latin Mass - Audio

01 Opening Credits

02 Front Matter

03 Chapter 1 Merits Derived from Meditating on the Passion of Christ

04 Fruits of Meditation on the Passion

05 Chapter 2 The Imprint of Our Saviour's Blood-Stained Countenance on the Veil of Veronica

06 The Treasure of the Vatican

07 Transfiguration of the Holy Veil

08 Chapter 3 Chosen Souls Who Have Venerated the Thorn-Crowned Head of Our Saviour

09 St. Gertrude

10 St. Mechtilde

11 St. Edmund

12 St. Therese of the Child Jesus and of the Holy Face

13 The Carmelite Nun of Tours

14 Chapter 4 Promises in Favor of All Who Honor the Holy Face of Our Saviour

15 Chapter 5 Meditations on the Holy Face

16 The Adorable Face in Childhood

17 The Adorable Face in Manhood

18 The Holy Face in the Garden of Olives

19 The Holy Face During the Crowning with Thorns

20 Ecce Homo - Behold the Man

21 The Agonizing Face of Jesus on the Cross

22 The Holy Face in Death

23 The Glorious Face in the Resurrection

24 The Glorious Face in Heaven

25 Chapter 6 Veneration of the Sacred Face in the Blessed Sacrament

26 Chapter 7 Power of the Holy Face Over Sinners

27 Chapter 8 Mass in Honor of the Most Holy Face of Our Lord Jesus Christ Disfigured in His Passion

28 Invocations of the Holy Face

29 Praises of the Holy Face

30 Benediction of St. Francis of Assisi Through the Holy Face

31 Salutations to the Holy Face in the Blessed Sacrament

32 Prayer to the Holy Face

33 Act of Love to the Holy Face

34 Veneration of the Thorn-Crowned Head of Our Saviour

35 Ecce Homo

36 Prayers to the Holy Face

37 O Sacred Head

38 Prayer of Reparation to the Holy Face

39 Offering of the Holy Face to the Eternal Father

40 Prayer of Blessed Pope Pius IX

41 Prayer of St. Augustine

42 Salutations

43 Prayer to Our Lord on the Cross for a Happy Hour of Death

44 Favorite Holy Face Prayers

45 Closing Credits

<P><I>“Eternal Father, we offer Thee the Adorable Face of Thy Well Beloved Son for the honor and glory of Thy Holy Name and for the salvation of all men.”</I></P><P>—Prayer of Pope Bl. Pius IX</P><P><B>The devotion to the Holy Face is one of the most powerful devotions in the world.</B></P><P>Many miracles are associated with the Holy Face, including the Shroud of Turin and the Veil of Veronica—<B>but so few Catholics actually take advantage of this powerful devotion.</B><br>&#160;</P><P>The devotion to the Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ and particularly to His Holy Face is one of the oldest in Catholic Tradition. This devotion was practiced by great saints like St. Therese of Lisieux, St. Augustine of Hippo, St. Gertrude the Great, St. Mechtilde, St. Edmund, and St. Bonaventure.</P><P>This booklet will be the perfect tool to help you understand the important aspects and practices of devoting oneself to the Holy Face. With clear background information, everything you need to know to begin the devotion, and the many prayers included for your benefit, this booklet will become a treasured part of your prayer life.</P><P>Beginning in 1844, Our Lord appeared to Sr. Mary of St. Peter and expressed His desire that world should know and practice this devotion in reparation for man's blasphemy against God. Through the efforts of Sr. Mary of St. Peter, Venerable Leo DuPont, and countless others, this devotion has become better known and more frequently practiced. However, many still fail to make reparation to the Holy Face and don’t obtain the many graces that come from this spiritual weapon.</P><P><B>With this booklet in hand, enter into the spiritual battlefield to which God calls us, making reparations and fighting blasphemy for the Kingdom of Heaven.</B></P>

Devotion to the Holy Face

<P>First there was a seed. A tiny seed. But it was a seed with possibility&hellip;</P><P>Best-selling children's author-and-illustrator duo Katie Warner and Meg Whalen (I Went to Mass; This is the Church; Fr. Ben Gets Ready for Mass) bring to life for young readers Christ's famous parable of the mustard seed. Through charming illustrations and a beautiful, scriptural storyline, The Tiny Seed reveals the deep truth of our God-given uniqueness and the incredible process your children will undergo as they grow into the person God wants them to be. </P><P>A Note from the Author </P><P>Contrary to our modern cultures self-esteem movement, which is more rooted in self-love than God-love, I want my children to recognize that they are great, important, and strong precisely because they are fearfully and wonderfully made by God (Psalm 139), and their unique identity, rooted in Him, is to be cherished, celebrated, and shared. </P><P>This comforting, inspiring book will help you and your children marvel at the ways in which God has made them special, as they grow to uncover how they will use these gifts to share His goodness, truth, beauty, and love with the world.</P><P>I hope readers will love seeing their own stories reflected in the illustrations, relishing the process of Gods love blooming in your own life.</P>

The Tiny Seed

<P>A Brief Catechism for Adults is a little masterpiece designed for instructing converts. But it also serves as a useful handbook for lifelong Catholics who want to understand their faith more deeply. After the first edition of the book was used to catechize tens of thousands seeking to become Catholic, this second edition was revised in the light of notes made by numerous Catholic priests who had used the text. So it represents the fruit of extensive experience in teaching the Faith to converts, and for years it was practically the standard catechism in the U.S. and Canada for that purpose.</P><P>This book is packed with facts and written in short, clear, question-and-answer format, accompanied by brief Scripture quotes. Using concise, ordinary language to explain profound theological and moral truths, it examines:</P><P></P><P>What we must believe and do to be saved</P><P>How to form a correct conscience</P><P>The duties of Catholic spouses and parents</P><P>Common mortal sins</P><P>The interior design of a traditional Catholic church</P><P>How to pray the Rosary</P><P>Popular saints names for Baptism and Confirmation</P><P>Familiar Catholic prayers</P><P>Practical points for responding to common questions that arise in an unbelieving world</P><P></P><P>A Brief Catechism for Adults is a valuable handbook for becoming a faithful Catholic—perfect for inquirers, but excellent for cradle Catholics as well.</P>

A Brief Catechism for Adults

<P>In Ethelred Preston, Fr. Finn's engaging narration entertains readers with a new student, Ethelred, who livens things up at Henryton Boarding Academy. The adventures intertwine a host of Catholic topics and present an entertaining and inspiring vision of childhood. Father Francis Finn, SJ, was an early 20th-century Jesuit priest who wrote delightful children's stories about life in Jesuit boarding schools. Taken from his years of experience teaching Catholic boys, Father Finn writes about various human personalities with warmth and humor that makes for enjoyable reading for the whole family.</P>

Ethelred Preston

<p>Satan and his demons are targeting your family—but his attacks are often far more subtle than most Catholics realize. Exorcist Fr. Chad Ripperger explains why the devil's primary strategy is often not dramatic possession, but subtle attacks on our thoughts, perceptions, and relationships. Drawing from Sacred Scripture, years of experience as an exorcist, and the wisdom of the saints, he reveals how resentment, distorted assumptions, and the loss of daily self-sacrifice slowly erode marriages and family life—and what Catholics can do to resist these attacks. He also highlights God's providence, the purpose of suffering, spiritual discipline, the reality of the occult, and how to achieve holiness in a world increasingly marked by spiritual conflict.</p><p>💲Use Coupon Code CGS50 to get 50% off any work of Spiritual Warfare at TAN Books: https://tanbooks.com/books/topic/spiritual-warfare</p><p>Special recommendations:</p><p>📕 The Liber Christo Method (foreword by Fr. Ripperger): https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-liber-christo-method-a-field-manual-for-spiritual-combat/</p><p>📕 Sins of the Father (features an interview with Fr. Ripperger): https://tanbooks.com/products/books/sins-of-the-father-a-catholic-and-biblical-approach-to-generational-curses/</p><p>📕Tradition and the Church (foreword by Fr. Ripperger):</p><p><a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://tanbooks.com/products/books/tradition-and-the-church-the-story-of-sacred-tradition-unfolding-through-the-ages/">https://tanbooks.com/products/books/tradition-and-the-church-the-story-of-sacred-tradition-unfolding-through-the-ages/</a></p><p>👍 Like, Subscribe, or Follow The Conor Gallagher Show on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on social media!</p><p><a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/conorgallaghershow">https://www.facebook.com/conorgallaghershow</a></p><p><a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://instagram.com/conorgallaghershow">https://instagram.com/conorgallaghershow</a></p><p><a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://tiktok.com/@conorgallaghershow">https://tiktok.com/@conorgallaghershow</a></p><p>Spotify: <a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1qtdMK8FqjAQ3ODlFXCEYt?si=ae4598b16c1d4cde">https://open.spotify.com/show/1qtdMK8FqjAQ3ODlFXCEYt?si=ae4598b16c1d4cde</a></p><p>Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-conor-gallagher-show/id1789476722">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-conor-gallagher-show/id1789476722</a></p><p>📱TAN Digital: The Catholic App You Can Trust. Browse over 1,200 spiritual classics</p><p><a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://tanbooks.com/tan-digital-app/">https://tanbooks.com/tan-digital-app/</a></p><p>CHAPTERS</p><p>0:00 - Trailer</p><p>1:34 - Introduction</p><p>2:24 - The Book of Job</p><p>16:16 - How God Uses Demons As Part of His Divine Plan</p><p>22:32 - How Demons Attack Marriages by Altering Our Perceptions of Each Other</p><p>36:36 - The Epstein Issue</p><p>41:10 - The Influence of the Occult in the Broader Culture</p><p>59:34 - Do Most People Go to Hell?</p><p>1:11:11 - Rapid Fire Questions</p>

Fr. Ripperger on How the Devil Attacks Your Family

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<li>How can God will or allow evil?&nbsp;</li>
<li>Why does God allow bad things to happen to innocent people?</li>
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Trustful Surrender to Divine Providence

<P>Rich artwork and charming rhyme bring the true story of beloved Saint Faustina and the message of Divine Mercy alive for children of all ages.</P><P>Saint Faustina began her life as little Helena Kowalska. She grew up in a one-room farmhouse and dreamed of becoming a nun, facing rejection and hardship as she sought to love Jesus with her whole heart.</P><P>She recorded a diary of her spiritual adventures and went on to boldly share Jesus’s message of Divine Mercy with the whole world. Walk alongside this humble, sweet nun as she dedicates her life to joyfully serving God, and learn how you, too, can honor Jesus and lovingly place your trust in Him.</P>

Faustina: A Saint's Story for Children

<P>Forever Yours, A Song To A Child is a read-aloud rhymed picture book which shares a parents timeless and unconditional love for her child — simply the most important message a child will ever receive.</P><P>It is designed to be read with a child any time, anywhere -- during the day or at bedtime, during a hospital stay, in a car or on a plane when home is far away, and during lifes uncertain moments. Filled with images and metaphors from a childs innocent landscape, transported on rhymes that are always love-filled, Forever Yours will touch your childs soul forever.This beautiful ;song; will bring a tear to every parents eye. Join author Priscilla Hart as she puts into words just how special our children are to us. Using rhyming phrases and imagery redolent of a wonderful time in the relationship between parent and child, Harts song will find its echo in your own life . . . and those of the little ones you love, even if, perhaps especially if, they are not so little anymore.The beautiful illustrations by Michael LaVoy enhance the poignancy of the words, so that the two, text and pictures, combine to create a book that will hold a special place in your heart . . . forever.</P>

Forever Yours

<P>If God is so good and so powerful, why is there suffering in our world? Why do good people suffer so much? How can we find value and meaning in the midst of the fallenness of the world? These questions—and many others—call for answers. The responses will determine our worldview and way of life. In the Manual for Suffering, the revealed, time-tested, and holistic answer from the depths of the Catholic faith is presented in all its beauty and power. This manual will also provide spiritual aids to navigate and bear with hope and trust the suffering we encounter in our fallen world. The first part lays out the biblical and theological foundations for suffering and the worlds fallenness, while the second offers aids for those who suffer, including passages and excerpts from:   Scriptural texts;  magisterial teachings;  the writings of the saints;  and traditional Catholic prayers and devotionals.   The purpose of this manual is to help those who suffer find the meaning, purpose, and value of suffering with and in Jesus Christ. It is intended for personal use and private reflection, and to share with those we love who need a guide and companion as they walk along the via crucis, the path of the Cross.</P>

Manual for Suffering

<p><strong>Discover the Christian Meaning in </strong><em><strong>The Hobbit</strong></em><br><br>In <em><strong>Bilbo's Journey: Discovering the Hidden Meaning of The Hobbit</strong></em>, go beyond the dragons, dwarves, and elves, and discover the surprisingly deep meaning of J. R. R. Tolkien's classic novel <em>The Hobbit.</em><br><br>Bilbo's quest to find and slay the dragon Smaug is a riveting tale of daring and heroism, but as renowned Tolkien scholar Joseph Pearce shows, it is not simply Bilbo's journey; it is our journey too. It is the Christian journey of self-sacrifice out of love for others and of abandonment to providence and grace.<br><br>In <em><strong>Bilbo's Journey </strong></em>you will relive the excitement of Tolkien's classic tale while discovering the profound Christian meaning that makes <em>The Hobbit </em>a truly timeless adventure.</p>

Bilbo's Journey

<P>"[Latin is the] language of wondrous spiritual power, transcending the boundaries of the nations . . . from which is removed." St. Paul VI, Sacrificium Laudis</P><P>Latin is the universal patrimony of all Roman Catholics. It is one of the three holy tongues nailed to Christ's Cross, along with Hebrew and Greek. Most of all, it is the native language of the city where the holy First-Enthroned Apostle Peter and the Pre-Eminent Apostle Paul shed their blood for the Lord—that is, Holy Rome. And so, throughout the generations, Latin has become the language of the entire Western Church, and, in virtue of Rome's being the seat of Apostolic authority, the universal language of the entire Catholic Church. For over 1500 years at least, all Western liturgy was conducted in Latin. It is the language that when prayed devoutly burns the demons, "the language of the angels," "the speech of the Christian centuries," and "something of priceless worth," as St. Paul VI called it on the eve of its abandonment in the Roman Church's liturgy. Truly, the loss of Latin is the loss of the resonant reminder of the martyrs of ancient Rome. But it is making a comeback, and you can partake of this immense heritage.</P><P>Serving as a consummate course in Ecclesiastical Latin, Latin Grammar contains lessons and readings from the Missale Romanum, the Breviarium Romanum, and the Biblia Vulgata. With 195 pages of grammar and a 130-page Latin-English glossary with all the words of the Missal and Breviary, this is a fantastic introduction to Church Latin that will cover all of the bases necessary. With this textbook in hand, you will be able to acquire the skills needed to participate in the perennial heritage of the Church of Rome and all of her daughters in the West. Truly this tongue is a pearl of great price in the treasure-house of the Church; Latin Grammar will grant you access.</P>

Latin Grammar

<P>From a hidden spark in the early days of 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic soon roared across every nation, decimating lives, economies, and social norms. Rather than uniting people to defeat a common enemy, the pandemic has widened economic, political, and social divisions everywhere. It has pitted faith against reason and inflamed the global scourges of poverty, racism, war, and environmental destruction.</P><P>The pandemic has also surfaced proposals to remake the global economy and society. Most notable—and infamous—are a set of recommendations from the 2020 World Economic Forum calling for ;the Great Reset.; Blending welfare-state socialism and monopoly capitalism, this would systematically eliminate a fundamental bulwark of personal independence and freedom—the universal right to, and rights of, private property.</P><P>Is the Great Reset the malevolent scheme of a vast global elite to control the lives of ordinary people or a well-intentioned but dangerously misguided approach to correct systemic ills? Regardless, there is a question we all must ask: how will the dignity, freedom, and power of each human person be protected and promoted when universal human rights and their Transcendent Source have been rendered irrelevant?</P><P>In The Greater Reset, Greaney and Brohawn trace the historical, religious, political, and economic roots of humanitys perilous condition and how returning to God-given, universal principles of natural law, with equal access to the institutions of the common good, can help build a more just, liberating, prosperous, and hopeful future for every person.</P>

The Greater Reset

<P>The story opens upon Claude Lightfoot, a reckless 12-year-old boy who constantly acts first and thinks later. After getting in a clash with some bullies, Claude is obliged to miss his First Communion.</P><P></P><P>In the course of the story, Fr. Finn manages to cover a host of topics, including smoking, drinking, the devil, Confession, Holy Communion, retaining one's Baptismal innocence, the 9 First Fridays, the priesthood, mothers and sisters, truthfulness, lying, courage, effeminacy, atheism, sacrilege, baseball, Americanism (true and false), Latin, virtue, honor, leadership, and more!</P>

Claude Lightfoot

<p><span class="a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">Saints &amp; Sainthood</span></p>

Saints & Sainthood - Audio

<p><strong>Fr. Edward reads from the introduction of volume 4 and then comments on devotion to angels. </strong></p>

Year 2, Day 276: Volume 4, Introduction, Paragraphs 18-28

<P>NOTE: The eBook edition of this title is currently only available in EPUB (Non-Kindle) format.</P><P>Into the Storm: Chronicle of a Year in Crisis is an in-depth look at the critical events of a year that opened a new chapter in the crisis of leadership affecting the Catholic Church.This on-the-ground analysis details bishops ongoing inability to address the rot within their own leadership culture.Written by Christopher Altieri, a journalist with many years' experience at the Vatican, Into the Storm takes readers through the events of the tumultuous year 2018, with the kind of insight that only a keen observer of human nature and ecclesiastical politics can offer.Into the Storm will inform readers understanding of the twisted logic of action that unfolded throughout the year and has brought us to where we are in the life of the Church.</P>

Into the Storm

<p><strong>How does spiritual discouragement reveal God's call to deeper holiness through Mary?</strong></p><p>Fr. Edward Looney reads and reflects on <strong>Volume 4, Introduction, Paragraphs 1-9</strong> from <em>The Mystical City of God</em>. Reflect on Maria of Agreda’s struggle with fears, temptations, and interior purification as necessary preparation to write and live the final phase of Marian history; practical encouragement for persevering in vocations.</p><p>📖 <strong>Get the Books Here:</strong> <a href="https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-mystical-city-of-god-set/">https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-mystical-city-of-god-set/</a></p><p>🙏 <strong>More from Fr. Edward Looney:</strong> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@edwardlooney">https://www.youtube.com/@edwardlooney</a></p><p><strong>📱 TAN Digital: The Catholic App You Can Trust.</strong> Browse and listen to more than 1,200 spiritual classics: <a href="https://tanbooks.com/tan-digital-app/">https://tanbooks.com/tan-digital-app/</a></p><p>🎙️ <strong>More Great TAN Podcasts:</strong></p><ul><li>The Life of Jesus Christ in a Year with Fr. Edward Looney</li><li>The Conor Gallagher Show</li><li>The Commentaries: How to Read &amp; Live Classic Catholic Books</li><li>The Authority with Joseph Pearce</li><li>From the Rooftop with Msgr. Patrick Winslow &amp; Fr. Matthew Kauth</li><li>Till &amp; Keep with Jason Craig</li></ul>

Day 274: Volume 4, Introduction, Paragraphs 1-9

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<p>I was created out of nothing for the sole purpose of praising Thee eternally; therefore, I seek a heart that offers “continual thanksgiving” in every circumstance. Let not prosperity seduce me into a selfish praise, nor adversity hold me back from blessing Thy name. I desire to praise Thee rightly, with my whole heart and every intention.</p>
<p>I petition Thee for a heart that praises Thee equally in prosperity and adversity. Grant me the grace to desire nothing from Thee but Thyself. Let the fruit of my praise be righteousness in this life and the happiness of Thy presence in the life to come.</p>
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<p><i><sup>1</sup>And it came to pass, that when the multitudes pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Genesareth,&nbsp;</i><i><sup>2</sup>And saw two ships standing by the lake: but the fishermen were gone out of them, and were washing their nets.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>3</sup>And going into one of the ships that was Simon’s, he desired him to draw back a little from the land. And sitting he taught the multitudes out of the ship.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>4</sup>Now when he had ceased to speak, he said to Simon: Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>5</sup>And Simon answering said to him: Master, we have labored all the night, and have taken nothing: but at thy word I will let down the net.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>6</sup>And when they had done this, they enclosed a very great multitude of fishes, and their net broke.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>7</sup>And they beckoned to their partners that were in the other ship, that they should come and help them. And they came, and filled both the ships, so that they were almost sinking.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>8</sup>Which when Simon Peter saw, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying: Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>9</sup>For he was wholly astonished, and all that were with him, at the draught of the fishes which they had taken.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>10</sup>And so were also James and John the sons of Zebedee, who were Simon’s partners. And Jesus saith to Simon: Fear not: from henceforth thou shalt catch men.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>11</sup>And having brought their ships to land, leaving all things, they followed him.</i></p>
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									<p><b>St. Anselm</b> teaches that praise of God yields the fruit of righteousness. This praise should not depend on “prosperity” or “adversity” but should be a continual thanksgiving. This <b>Church Father</b> insight is the foundation of the <b>Liturgy</b>, where we “bless the Lord at all times”. In the <b>Mystical Body</b>, we recognize that our “high dignity” comes from being raised by His bounty. This is perfected in the <b>Eucharist</b>, the “Banquet” where we “praise Him rightly” with no eager desire that hasn’t been inspired by wanting to praise God.</p>								</div>
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									<p>Anselm warns that if we only praise God in prosperity, we “aren’t loving Him,” but seeking some good other than God Himself. True praise seeks nothing from Him but Himself. He reminds us that we were “raised out of clay” to the dignity of God’s servant, and our task is diligent praise.</p>								</div>
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<p>Mary’s Magnificat is the perfect “canticle of praise”. She is the “Mirror of Virtue” who “continually examined her face” in Christ. The <b>Magisterium</b>, through the <b>Bishop</b>, “leads the multitude” in this “holy sacrifice” of praise. The <b>Bishop</b> ensures the “glory and honor of His Name” is the focus of the <b>Liturgical</b> assembly. Mary, as the “Mirror without tarnish,” shows us how to praise God with our whole heart.</p>
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June 21: Created to Praise God

<P>Why am I not happy with what everyone says are the good things in life, including money, fun and friends? How does being a committed Christian bring true happiness? How can we know that Jesus is truly the divine Son of God who rose from the dead? Is there scientific evidence that heaven is real and, if so, how can I be saved? Why would I want to be a practicing Catholic in todays world? Search No More provides clear, compelling, and concise answers to these and other ;big questions; about happiness, Jesus, salvation, and the Catholic faith. Author Steven Hemler makes the case that the keys to truth and happiness are Jesus and His Church, as experienced by Hemler, the saints, and millions of others over the past 2,000 years. Even though the clerical sex abuse and cover-up scandals have damaged the credibility of the Catholic Churchs witness, this does not negate the wisdom or truth of the Churchs divinely inspired teachings nor prevent us from finding true happiness and joy in her service-oriented community and sacramental graces. Explore this claim for yourself and discover the happiness and truth you are searching for in life. Search No More will be of interest to anyone seeking something more or examining the truth of key teachings of the Catholic Church, including those who were raised Catholic and have questions about the faith of their childhood. Search No More will dispel doubts, strengthen faith, and provide valuable information for discussion with family and friends who have questions about Catholicism.</P>

Search No More

<P>Read the life of a little known wonderworker saint in the New World—St. John Masias—as written from ;The Storyteller of the Saints!;</P><P>St. John was a missionary to the New World, where he underwent many trials and had many adventures. He fought the devil himself, levitated, worked miracles, prophesied, and even held the hand of the Child Jesus! In his life, a million souls were freed from Purgatory, and uncountable graces were distributed through him. All these historical facts are retold in way that is perfectly suited to children and instills in them a love for the great adventure that is sainthood. In St. Johns story, your children with engage with the saint and his deep love for God and for others.</P><P>Mary Fabyan Windeatt, known as the ;Storyteller of the Saints;, wrote 20 works on the saints in the mid-20th century. Windeatts intention and style retells the lives of the saints in a historically rooted and creative manner that makes the saints more personable and relatable, serving as inspiration and models for children who hear these wonderful stories. Her exciting account of the life of the holy Dominican brother, St. John Masias, will illuminate the power of the grace of God to your children!</P><P>Ideal for all children, whether read by them or aloud to them, the lessons of this book are applicable and relatable to all ages. If your child is enrolled in TAN Academy, this book is an excellent option for easy-reading literature for Kindergarten through 3rd Grade.</P>

Saint John Masias

<p>For generations, the Traditional Latin Mass has formed saints, strengthened families, and anchored Catholics in the unbroken worship of the Church. In a time of uncertainty, reverence and continuity are not luxuries, they are necessities.</p>

The Year of the Latin Mass 

<p>Fr. Edward Looney reads from the Mystical City of God, volume one, introduction, paragraphs 15-19 and offers commentary on the reading.</p>

Year 3, Day 3: Introduction, Volume 1, Paragraphs 15-19

<P>Gnawing worms, unquenchable fire, utter darkness, weeping and gnashing of teeth. With these fearful words, Jesus warned that hell is real&hellip;and that we could end up there.Since the Early Church, Catholic saints and other visionaries have reported horrific scenes of eternal punishment. Dozens of saints throughout history have described the terrors of hel, and relayed the horror of being separated from God for eternity so that we may see for ourselves and repent.In Saints Who Saw Hell, youll find &hellip;</P><P></P><P>The scriptural witness to the reality of hell, including the warnings of Jesus, the prophets, and the Apostles</P><P>Scenes from the second-century Apocalypse of Peter, the oldest surviving Christian vision of hell</P><P>Ancient reports collected by Pope St. Gregory the Great</P><P>Medieval accounts from St. Bede, the voyage of St. Brendan, St. Hildegard of Bingen, St. Catherine of Siena, and St. Frances of Rome</P><P>Witnesses to hell from the time of the Catholic Reformation, such as St. Teresa of Avila, Blessed Maria de Agreda, and Blessed Richard of St. Anne</P><P>Visions from later centuries, such as those of St. Veronica Giuliani, Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich, St. John Bosco, the children of Fatima, and St. Faustina Kowalska</P><P>And other accounts from those who have witnessed the fate of the damned</P><P></P><P>The scenes in these pages, varying in detail and source, all testify to one harrowing truth: hell is the final guarantee that what we do really matters.For us here on earth, a peak at the grisly tortures of hell is sometimes what we really need to redouble our efforts at achieving the glorious sweetness of heaven.</P>

Saints Who Saw Hell

<P>Covering the life of the famous martyr of the Nazi concentration camp in Auschwitz, this beautifully written biography shows how Fr. Kolbe (+1941) worked mightily to conquer the world for Christ through Mary Immaculate. </P><P>His desire to win the salvation of souls, even to the point of offering his own life in the place of another, encourages the reader to evangelize with zeal like this heroic saint of modern times.</P>

Saint Maximilian Kolbe

<p>"Love is at once God and the gift of God"</p>
<p>&mdash;St. Bernard of Clairvaux</p>
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<p>In this concise and transcendent commentary on the human souls capacity to love God, St. Bernard of Clairvaux charts the souls ascent from the simplest beginnings of self-love toward the highest form of love: loving God purely for His own sake.</p>
<p>On Loving God is both a practical guide and a theological reflection, offering readers the insights to deepen their relationship with God through a total commitment to "the eternal law whereby the universe was created and is ruled."</p>
<p>With incisive clarity and depth, On Loving God directs readers with contemplations that are as intellectually enriching as they are spiritually transformative. No matter your station in life, dear reader, this timeless text will deepen your understanding of the eternal bond between Creator and creation and inspire you to an even greater awe, reverence, and devotion of Our Lord.</p>

On Loving God

<P>It has ever been the practice of the Catholic Church to recommend to her spiritual children the meditation on man's Four Last Things: death, judgment, Heaven, and Hell.</P><P></P><P>Keeping these sobering aspects of human destiny ever before our eyes, we will be that much less likely to fall into mortal sin and be lost eternally. This treatise provides many facts we should meditate on as we contemplate death. This book has converted numerous Protestants in our day because of its cogent reasons for rectifying our lives. Impr. 223 pgs, PB</P>

The Four Last Things

<P>Fr. John Laux's timeless text thoroughly explains the philosophical and theological foundations of Catholic doctrine regarding God's inspired Word, as well as going through a book-by-book analysis of the Bible. In Introduction to the Bible, readers uncover the truths of Sacred Scripture and associated commentaries covering the Historical, Doctrinal, and Prophetic books of the Old and New Testaments. Recommended for 11th grade students enrolled in TAN Academy.</P>

Introduction to the Bible

<p>Here are 10 more Treasure Box books to raise children's hearts to God and teach them Catholic truths! In this set we read more stories about Wupsy the Guardian Angel and the little boy Sunny. There are stories about Baby Jesus and the first Christmas, His escape from Herod, the Holy Family at Nazareth, St. Michael and Lucifer, God and the creation of the world, Catholic missionaries in Africa, angels, devils, a boy who does what God wants each day, stories from folklore, and more.</p>

Treasure Box: Book 19

<P>Your little one will love the story of this spirited young girl and her bold dreams to become a saint, book and broom in hand. Filled with bright and colorful illustrations, whimsical rhyme, and a powerful lesson, you and your child will want to read this book again and again!  This is the story of Lily Lolek.There was nothing that she wanted moreThan to love with all her mightAnd to burst with Gods joyTil the day she reached heavens big door.  But is being a saint as tough as it seems?Lily wonders inside of this book.Hear what this priest says about Lilys bold dreams...Theres a lesson we shant overlook.</P>

Lily Lolek: Future Saint

<B>Marvin&#39;s Big Blunder</B><BR /><BR />Marvin Mole loves experiments. And he&#39;s pretty good at performing them, too. But when Marvin&#39;s confidence gets the best of him, it&#39;s time for some tough love, keen insight and a clever idea to make things right again.<BR /><BR />Lessons Learned<ul><li>- Take responsibility for mistakes instead of blaming others.</li><li>- Pride can blind us to truth and wise decisions.</li><li>- Honor your father and mother.</li><li>- Use your God-given talents for others.</li></ul><BR />Scripture Reflection<BR /><BR />&quot;When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.&quot; - Proverbs 11:2

Holy Moleys: Marvin and the Explosive Experiment

<P>Why do so few of us have a devotion to the Precious Blood that was shed for us and saved us? </P><P>This small but powerful booklet will give you a new appreciation for, devotion to, and love of the Precious Blood of Our Savior, Jesus Christ, and it will help you to see the important role it has as Gods chosen instrument of mercy. It will help you gain the many spiritual benefits and graces that come from venerating the Precious Blood, whether in Mass or by meditation, such as:</P><P></P><P>Atonement for sins</P><P>Assistance of the souls in Purgatory</P><P>Procurement of graces and blessings for yourself and loved ones</P><P>Imitation of the saints</P><P>Union with God</P><P></P><P>Included in this booklet are many traditional prayers, examples of some of the greatest saints and their devotion to the Precious Blood, and an explanation of the traditional practice of devotion to the Precious Blood.</P><P>This best-selling booklet will quickly open your heart to the love of Jesus and the many spiritual riches of His Precious Blood.</P><P>O Jesus Lord,</P><P>Unclean I am but cleanse me</P><P>In Thy Blood,</P><P>Of which a single drop</P><P>For sinners split,</P><P>Can purge the entire world</P><P>From all its guilt.</P><P>—From the Adoro Te Devote</P>

Devotion to the Precious Blood

<P>For nearly 200 years—standing alongside our heroic military men and women—have been heroic Catholic priests risking their lives to carry wounded soldiers to safety and to console, anoint, and absolve the dying. Heroic Catholic Chaplains spotlights the stories of these courageous, selfless, holy priests who volunteered to bring the Mass and the sacraments to American troops, while also offering them their friendship and spiritual counsel.</P><P>In this book, youll encounter&hellip;</P><P></P><P>Father William Corby, who left his post at Notre Dame to serve the Irish Brigade during all four years of the Civil War</P><P>Father Francis Duffy, a World War I chaplain whose story became the subject of a Hollywood movie</P><P>Father Aloysius Schmitt, who, during the attack on Pearl Harbor, saved the lives of a dozen men before losing his own</P><P>Monsignor James ONeill, who composed the famous ;Weather Prayer; for General Patton, an incident that would be immortalized in film, if not entirely accurately</P><P>Father Emil Kapaun, who, during months in a North Korean prison camp, worked tirelessly to save the lives and the souls of his fellow POWs (the process that could lead to Father Kapaun being declared a saint is underway)</P><P>Father Vincent Capodanno, who was killed by the Viet Cong as he ran to help a wounded corpsman</P><P></P><P>Heroic Catholic Chaplains brings to the fore the stories of remarkable priests, most of whom have been overlooked by both military and Catholic historians. Their sacrifice and courage are difficult to imagine. They served so that our servicemen and women would not be without comfort, or without a friend, or be deprived of the Mass and the sacraments—so they would not fall into despair. These chaplains deserve to be remembered, their stories told, and their memories honored.</P>

Heroic Catholic Chaplains

<P>A Portuguese victim soul; crippled jumping from a window to escape a rapist; she suffered the Passion of Christ on Fridays; spoke with Our Lord; and ate nothing save Communion her last 13 years. D. 1955. Fascinating 120 pgs 29 photos; PB</P>

Alexandrina

<P>;How can we save civilization?; </P><P></P><P>Its becoming a common question.  As the world descends into chaos, Christians are thinking deeply about how to stem the tide. Many options have been presented to overcome Christian persecution and cultural decadence, but the The Marian Option is one that is already in motion&hellip;and has been for centuries. Dr. Carrie Gress provides a thoroughly researched account of the significant cultural and military events where Mary interceded on behalf us, her children.  With a detectives eye, Gress uncovers the fascinating details of Marys role in major geopolitical shifts, showing how instrumental Our Mother was in:</P><P></P><P>Freeing Spain from Islamic occupation</P><P>Igniting the largest mass conversion to Catholicism in history</P><P>Leading an unassuming priest to bring down the worlds most powerful empire without firing a shot</P><P>Stomping out heresies and false teachings from the Church</P><P></P><P>Beyond the battlefield, The Marian Option also highlights the link between Marian devotion and culture, showing how the arts flourish when devotion to her is strong.If we want to protect our children and our faith—if we want to restore civilization to Christ—Mary is the key. Not only is she keenly interested in assisting Christians, she has the ability to do so, even in the face of the gravest odds. We just have to ask. The Marian Option will leave you with a new perspective on the Blessed Mother, a renewed hope in the future of the Church and the world. INCLUDES AN APPENDIX WITH A ROAD MAP OF PRACTICAL ADVICE AND EXAMPLES FOR EVERY CATHOLIC (INCLUDING CHILDREN) TO LIVE OUT THE MARIAN OPTION!</P>

The Marian Option

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03 Chapter 2

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06 Chapter 5

07 Chapter 6

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09 Chapter 8

10 Appendix One - A Short List of Creeds

11 Closing Credits

<P>Like most things we take for granted, the Catholic Creeds have an amazing story—actually a lot of stories. What seem a simple prayers or statementa of faith have fascinating origins.&#160; And there is a reason each Creed is so precisely worded the way it is, each word having been fought over with great passion: the Creeds had to be worded just right. This little book is an introduction to the struggles and heresies concerning the truth, as well as the men who fought to hand it down to us. <I><B>The Catholic Faith: An Introduction to the Creeds </B></I>discusses important questions like these:&#160;&#160;</P><ul><li><P>Why are they called "Creeds," and how were they used in the early Church?</P></li><li><P>What were the fights, debates and struggles involved in hammering out the Creeds?</P></li><li><P>Why do Christians have a formal statement of their beliefs when other world religions don’t?</P></li><li><P>Are the words and concepts of the Creeds found in Scripture, and if so, where?</P></li><li><P>What is the one most crucial, fought-over, and non-biblical word in the Nicene Creed?</P></li><li><P>What are the four important “marks” of the true Church that distinguish it from sects and denominations?</P></li><li><P>What is the significance of the Creeds' emphasis on the bodily resurrection?</P></li></ul><P>Also included are fascinating facts, historical development, arguments for defending the faith, a biblical summary, and much more!&#160;</P><P>Knowing the story behind the Creeds brings to life our fascinating history and beliefs. This book introduces the Creeds as both a prayer and a personal commitment. Here you have the summary of Catholic doctrine in a nutshell: easy to read, memorize, and practice.</P>

The Catholic Faith: An Introduction to the Creeds

<P>This book is both timely and timeless.In God We Trust delves deeply into current economic and market developments and reflects on how U.S. prosperity has returned in 2018, as capitalism has again been unleashed. AuthorGeorge Schwartz says, "What a relief after eight years of economic stagna&shy;tion and government over-regulation." Oddly, as the U.S. economy has benefited from pro-growth policies, like tax rate cuts and deregulation, there exists a rising tide of sympathy for socialism among leftist politicians and young people.This timeless divide between capitalism and socialism is explored within the context of the economic and moral ramifications for society in general and long-term investors specifically.Readers with historical perspective will appreciate the logic of what should be obvious, namely that socialism has never worked anywhere on earth. As President Ronald Reagan aptly put, "Socialism can only work in two places, heaven where they don't need it, and hell where they already have it."This book is about participating in capital markets while avoiding morally objectionable businesses. As a lover of the free enterprise system and a portfolio manager,  Schwartz chronicles how Morally Responsible Investing is helping long-term investors put their money to work in accordance with their moral beliefs. His firm manages Ave Maria Mutual Funds, which were founded in 2001. These pro-life and pro-family mutual funds have attracted over 100,000 shareholders, who have invested more than $2.2 billion in five separate award-winning mutual funds.</P>

In God We Trust

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<p>Most High and Most Near, Most Mighty and Most Merciful, you are constant yet incomprehensible, unchangeable yet changing all things. You are the Lord who is always working yet always at rest, seeking us though you lack nothing, and paying your debts to us though you owe us nothing.</p>
<p>I ask for the grace to find my holy joy in the mystery of your nature. Let the realization that you are beyond my understanding not frustrate me, but rather draw my soul into a deeper state of worship and tranquil love.</p>
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<p><i><sup>23</sup>And when he entered into the boat, his disciples followed him:&nbsp;</i><i><sup>24</sup>And behold a great tempest arose in the sea, so that the boat was covered with waves, but he was asleep.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>25</sup>And they came to him, and awaked him, saying: Lord, save us, we perish.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>26</sup>And Jesus saith to them: Why are you fearful, O ye of little faith? Then rising up he commanded the winds, and the sea, and there came a great calm.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>27</sup>But the men wondered, saying: What manner of man is this, for the winds and the sea obey him?</i></p>
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									<p><b>St. Francis de Sales</b>, in his meditation on creation, offers a rigorous spiritual exercise to help the soul rediscover its blueprint. He challenges the believer to contemplate the moment of their origin: “Consider that only a few years ago you had not yet been born… and your soul did not even exist”. This realization of our “radical contingency” is the beginning of wisdom. <b>De Sales </b>posits that God brought us out of nothingness not because He had any need of us, but “solely out of His goodness”.</p>								</div>
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									<p>St. Francis de Sales explains that our nature is the “highest nature of this visible world”, specifically adapted to live eternally and be “perfectly united to God’s divine majesty”. This is not generic piety; it is a “science of the saints” that recognizes our life as a gift held in trust.&nbsp;</p>								</div>
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<p>The Blessed Virgin Mary serves as the “Mirror of Virtue” because she perfectly understood her purpose as a creature. The <b>Magisterium</b>, through St. Vincent of Lérins, teaches that we must fortify our understanding of our purpose through “Sacred Tradition”. We cannot be “cafeteria Catholics” with our own existence, picking which parts of God’s plan we accept; rather, we find our “teleological rest” in the “immediate, implicit submission” to the<b> Church</b>‘s interpretation of human dignity.</p>
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July 2: The Architecture of Purpose

<P>Do you want to go to heaven? Of course, you do! But do you know the way? Wouldnt it be nice if there were a map that shows the way to heaven? There is!In this remarkable book, Father Ed Broom shows that the key to getting to heaven is to have a plan of life.Father Brooms plan is striking in its simplicity. Everyone can do it! With his help, you will develop a plan of life designed just for you that will (if you are faithful to it) set you on and keep you on the path to heaven!This no academic exercise; Fr. Broom will help you form a plan, right down to the minute, breaking down your roadmap into the various legs of your journey to Heaven:</P><P></P><P>Annual: Great advice to ramp up your spiritual life in the next twelve months</P><P>Monthly: Practical steps to take each month to become a saint</P><P>Weekly: What practices do you need to be faithful to every seven days?</P><P>Daily: In next 24 hours God gives you, what can you give back to him?</P><P>Hourly: Can you really do something every 60 minutes that will help you get to heaven? (Hint: the answer is YES!)</P><P>Minutes: Really? Yes, really. Father Broom will show that you can do something every sixty seconds that will keep your eyes on the prize and your feet on the path.</P><P></P><P>Many books claim that they will ;change your life!; Well, this one really will. If you heed its advice and follow the map, you will be well on your way to heaven.</P>

Roadmap to Heaven

<p>Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 2 of book 3 in its entirety and then offers a reflection on Mary as Queen of Earth and powerful over storms, the value of suffering, and our need to pray for the coming of Jesus.  </p>

Year 2, Day 96: Volume 2, Book 3, Chapter 2, Paragraphs 16-26

<P>The promise of Eternal life has been a clarion call to the Saints for centuries, rousing them to action and heroic virtue. They knew that, compared with Eternity, this life is but a shadow. We must seek the same destination as the Saints in the midst of a world filled with amusements and vanities that constantly threaten our journey to Heaven.</P><P>St. Alphonsus Liguori's <I>Attaining Salvation</I> is a timeless, priceless compass for that journey. Written when the great Doctor of the Church was 77 years old, this treasury of reflections shines with the mature learning of a brilliant mind and a life filled with the study and service of God. With 45 short chapters filled with provocative Scripture quotes, this book is at once challenging and easy to understand. It can be read a little at a time or all at once with equal benefit. The chapters cover a wide range of topics, including "The Thought of Eternity," "We Are Pilgrims on Earth," "I Must One Day Die," "Necessity of Mental Prayer," "The Mercy of God," "Detachment from Creatures," "Lukewarmness," and "Purity of Intention." <I>Attaining Salvation</I> is a beautiful gem that will instruct and inspire every reader because it is written with the commanding insight of one of the Church's great saints. Its words do not just feed the intellect; they nurture the soul. It is St. Alphonsus Liguori at his best.</P>

Attaining Salvation

02 Opening Quotations

03 Publisher's Note

04 A Priest and a Soldier

05 The Catacombs

06 The Finding of the Body of St. Philomena

07 The Marvels of Mugnano

08 The Great Miracle of Mugnano

09 A Visit to Mugnano

10 The Cure of Ars and St. Philomena

11 Other Favored Sanctuaries

12 The Sovereign Pontiffs and St. Philomena

13 The Intercession of the Saints

14 Who Was St. Philomena

15 How to Honor St. Philomena

16 What the Thaumaturga Does for Schools

17 Answers to Prayers

18 St. Philomena Vindicated

19 Letters from Readers

20 Prayers

21 About TAN Books

22 About the Narrator

23 Closing Credits

<P>St. Philomena is perhaps the most extraordinary Saint in the history of the Catholic Church. When the relics of this 13-year-old virgin martyress were discovered in the Roman Catacombs in 1802, she became almost overnight one of the most popular saints in the Church, earning the nickname of "the Wonder-Worker" because of the countless remarkable favors that she sent to those who prayed to her. For a century and a half there was a worldwide Catholic devotion to St. Philomena, approved by many Popes. But amazingly, since the 1960s, she has been almost forgotten.</P><P>This little book by beloved TAN mainstay author Fr. Paul O'Sullivan gives the fascinating story of St. Philomena. Fr. O'Sullivan tells of her martyrdom, her miracles, her relics, her partnership with the Curé of Ars, and the great miracle involving Pauline Jaricot, as well as recounting many other true stories of "the dear Little Saint's" generous answers to those who invoke her.</P><P>God obviously wishes to give out His gifts and favors through the hands of St. Philomena, and it is His will that that we ask her for them. These pages will give new hope to all who need a special friend in Heaven to answer their prayers.</P><P>May this little book help to open up the floodgates of heavenly gifts so that once again this sweet young Saint will become known by that beautiful title: "Saint Philomena the Wonder-Worker!"</P>

Saint Philomena: The Wonder-Worker

<p>Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter nine of book three and then reflects on Mary&#39;s vision of Heaven and Hell and how she later shows Heaven and Hell to visionaries in apparitions.  </p>

Year 2, Day 103: Volume 2, Book 3, Chapter 9, Paragraphs 99-108

<P>Between 1594 and 1598, a preacher named Francois de Sales converted 72,000 Protestants to the Catholic Faith. These are his words.</P><P>One of the most remarkable and well-documented events in Catholic history began when a young priest, St. Francis de Sales, volunteered to re-evangelize the Calvinists of the Chamblais.</P><P>Finding his preaching forcefully rejected, St. Francis de Sales shrewdly switched tactics and began a written apologetics campaign, posting pamphlets on walls and slipping them beneath doors under the cover of night.</P><P>His defense of the Faith was so clear and thorough that at the end of four years nearly the entire population of 72,000 had returned to the Catholic Faith!</P><P>These powerful little tracts are as relevant today as they were in the late 1500s. St. Francis de Sales draws support from Scripture, the Church Fathers, and Doctors of the Church to address questions still frequently posed by modern Protestants. Revered as some of the most cogent arguments against Protestantism ever penned, they present a defense of the Catholic Faith that has never been equaled.</P><P>Now with beautiful new cover, easier to read size, updated typesetting, and the original content! 320 pp</P><P>Praise for The Catholic Controversy:</P><P>"St. Francis de Sales was one of the most effective Catholic apologists and evangelists of the past five centuries. Undoubtedly, he is the most effective apologist to Protestant Calvinists who has ever lived."Steve Wood (Family Life Center International)</P>

The Catholic Controversy

<p><strong>How did heaven clothe Mary for her role in the Incarnation and our sanctification?</strong></p><p>Fr. Edward Looney reads and reflects on <strong>Volume 2, Book 3, Chapter 7, Paragraphs 70-86</strong> from <em>The Mystical City of God</em>. Reflects on Mary’s heavenly elevation and symbolic bridal adornments—robes, girdle, jewels—highlighting virtues (purity, fear of the Lord, charity) and practical steps for receptivity: mortification, gratitude, and spiritual readiness.</p><p>📖 <strong>Get the Books Here:</strong> <a href="https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-mystical-city-of-god-set/">https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-mystical-city-of-god-set/</a></p><p>🙏 <strong>More from Fr. Edward Looney:</strong> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@edwardlooney">https://www.youtube.com/@edwardlooney</a></p><p><strong>📱 TAN Digital: The Catholic App You Can Trust.</strong> Browse and listen to more than 1,200 spiritual classics: <a href="https://tanbooks.com/tan-digital-app/">https://tanbooks.com/tan-digital-app/</a></p><p>🎙️ <strong>More Great TAN Podcasts:</strong></p><ul><li>The Life of Jesus Christ in a Year with Fr. Edward Looney</li><li>The Conor Gallagher Show</li><li>The Commentaries: How to Read &amp; Live Classic Catholic Books</li><li>The Authority with Joseph Pearce</li><li>From the Rooftop with Msgr. Patrick Winslow &amp; Fr. Matthew Kauth</li><li>Till &amp; Keep with Jason Craig</li></ul>

Day 101: Volume 2, Book 3, Chapter 7, Paragraphs 70-86

<p><em>&ldquo;To live life without faith, without a patrimony to defend, without a struggle for truth, that is not living, but existing.&rdquo;&nbsp;</em><br>&mdash;Pier Giorgio Frassati<br>&nbsp;<br>Enter the heart of a passionate young man who in his brief life reached the heights of adventure, friendship, and sanctity.<br>&nbsp;<br>Born to a wealthy family in Turin at the dawn of the 20th century, Pier Giorgio Frassati was good-looking, popular and athletic. He spent much of his youth climbing the rugged Italian Alps, disappearing into the clouds for days at a time. He was quick with a joke or a prank and enjoyed a good time.&nbsp; It seemed he was blessed with everything a young man could ask for.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>But he hungered for more.<br>&nbsp;<br>Despite coming from a family of such prestige, Pier Giorgio spent most days in the slums of Turin, visiting the poor and serving the sick. His love for Christ burned within him and brushed off on everyone he came into contact with&mdash;from lepers and orphans to college friends and political diplomats. He shared his Faith with kindness and charity, and defended it passionately against the evils of Fascism, even coming to blows with Mussolini&rsquo;s thugs on numerous occasions.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>Pier Giorgio touched the lives of thousands, yet his high-society parents remained unmoved by the life he led as they frowned upon his religious practices and charitable work.&nbsp; Reaching them would be his last challenge, his final mountain to climb.<br>&nbsp;<br><em><strong>To the Heights</strong>&nbsp;</em>is an unforgettable novel about Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati.&nbsp; Dig deeper than the biographical facts and discover the heart of a charismatic young man whose soul blazes brightly and uniquely among the host of heaven.</p>

To the Heights

<p>In this episode, Conor Gallagher is joined by Michael O’Neill, known as The Miracle Hunter, for a captivating conversation about the mysterious world of miracles. Michael shares how he first became fascinated with miracles and why he believes they have a unique power to stir hearts and open the door to faith.</p><p>Together, they explore the Church’s rigorous process for investigating miracles, the difference between big “M” and small “m” miracles, and why God often leaves just enough mystery to invite us deeper into faith. They also discuss miracles in other religions, fraudulent claims, and the Vatican’s recent changes to how supernatural claims — especially Marian apparitions — are handled.</p><p>This episode is a fascinating look at how miracles aren’t just about the supernatural — they’re about God’s invitation to see His hand at work in every corner of our lives.</p><p><strong>GET THE BOOK</strong></p><p>Science and the Miraculous: How the Church Investigates the Supernatural</p><p><a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://bit.ly/42kFLlK">https://bit.ly/42kFLlK</a></p><p><strong>THE MIRACLE HUNTER WEBSITE</strong></p><p><a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.miraclehunter.com/">https://www.miraclehunter.com/</a></p><p><strong>CHAPTERS</strong></p><ul><li>(1:57) Introduction</li><li>(4:04) How Did You Become ‘The Miracle Hunter’?</li><li>(7:34) Why Miracles Can Crack Open the Door to Faith</li><li>(8:15) Why God Leaves Doubt in Miracles</li><li>(10:38) What Is a Miracle?</li><li>(12:01) Big 'M' Miracles and Little 'm' Miracles</li><li>(14:38) Process of Miracle Investigations</li><li>(20:01) Why “Catholic” Miracles Are Ignored</li><li>(21:04) Other Religions and Miracles</li><li>(23:37) Fraudulent and False Miracles</li><li>(34:40) Change in Vatican’s Standards for Miracles</li><li>(44:15) Medjugorje</li><li>(47:59) Our Lady of Guadalupe and The Tilma</li><li>(1:13:17) The Shroud of Turin</li><li>(1:26:23) The Shoulder Wound of Christ</li><li>(1:31:53) The Stigmatists</li><li>(1:40:39) Is the Stigmata the Marking of a Saint?</li><li>(1:49:08) Marian Apparitions</li><li>(1:52:20) Conyers &amp; The Catholic “Maybe”</li><li>(1:54:51) Vatican Guidelines for Apparitions</li><li>(1:55:36) Garabandal</li><li>(2:02:19) Zeitoun</li><li>(2:05:28) Las Lajas</li><li>(2:10:06) Healing Miracles</li><li>(2:10:41) The Girl Whose Bladder Grew Back</li><li>(2:26:05) Incorruptibles</li><li>(2:31:24) Eucharistic Miracles</li><li>(2:38:18) Saint Januarius</li><li>(2:47:05) Weeping Statues</li><li>(2:53:11) Closing Comments</li></ul><p>Be sure to subscribe to The Conor Gallagher Show for more honest conversations about faith, culture, and the Catholic life.</p><p>#MiracleHunter #CatholicMiracles #ConorGallagherShow #MichaelONeill #CatholicPodcast #Miracles #FaithAndReason #CatholicChurch #MarianApparitions #Vatican #CatholicFaith</p>

Miracles or Myths? Deciphering Fact from Fiction with the Miracle Hunter | Michael O'Neill

<p>The Conor Gallagher Show is a podcast focused on the essence of what truly matters. </p><p><strong>Watch Here:</strong> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfAMkqREoxMt14No21SyMgjdnHpByPp0M</p><p>From his unique perspective as a traditional Catholic, father of sixteen children, and CEO of multiple businesses, Conor tackles topics of substance. From raising kids, homesteading, and publishing classic books to spiritual warfare, woke ideology, and the Deep State, join Conor for fascinating conversations that shed new light on the ongoing journey of our second conversion.</p><p>Be sure to Like, Subscribe, or Follow The Conor Gallagher Show on your favorite podcast platform, and visit <a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="https://conorgallaghershow.com/">ConorGallagherShow.com</a> to sign up for exclusive updates and offers.</p><p>#Catholic #philosophy #podcast #parenting #family #spirituality #books #publishing #saints #culture #scripture #faith #ConorGallagherShow #CSG</p>

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<p>I thank Thee, Lord, for the Church as the delivery mechanism of Thy Holy Scripture, for without her, I would not even know which books to trust. I distrust my own limited understanding and choose instead to depend on the saints and teachers Thou hast provided. Let my study of the Bible be a search for Thy truth within the Church.</p>
<p>I petition Thee for the grace to never “devise a private conscience” based on my own fantasies. Let me always take the teachings of the universal Church as my rule of interpretation. Protect me from the way that seems right to a man but leads only to hell, and keep me anchored in the faith delivered through Thy Church.</p>
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<p><i><sup>1</sup>Now the publicans and sinners drew near unto him to hear him.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>2</sup>And the Pharisees and the scribes murmured, saying: This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>3</sup>And he spoke to them this parable, saying:&nbsp;</i><i><sup>4</sup>What man of you that hath an hundred sheep: and if he shall lose one of them, doth he not leave the ninety-nine in the desert, and go after that which was lost, until he find it?&nbsp;</i><i><sup>5</sup>And when he hath found it, lay it upon his shoulders, rejoicing:&nbsp;</i><i><sup>6</sup>And coming home, call together his friends and neighbours, saying to them: Rejoice with me, because I have found my sheep that was lost?&nbsp;</i><i><sup>7</sup>I say to you, that even so there shall be joy in heaven upon one sinner that doth penance, more than upon ninety-nine just who need not penance.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>8</sup>Or what woman having ten groats; if she lose one groat, doth not light a candle, and sweep the house, and seek diligently until she find it?&nbsp;</i><i><sup>9</sup>And when she hath found it, call together her friends and neighbours, saying: Rejoice with me, because I have found the groat which I had lost.&nbsp;</i><i><sup>10</sup>So I say to you, there shall be joy before the angels of God upon one sinner doing penance.</i></p>
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									<p><b>St. Thomas More</b> argues that we cannot “boldly devise for ourselves a conscience” based on private fantasies. We need the <b>Church</b> because “it was the Church through which the Scripture has come into our hands.” This <b>Sacramental </b>understanding posits that the Church is the “Mother and teacher.” This is essential for the <b>Mystical Body</b>, for without the “unity of the Church”, we are “like a branch broken from the stem”. Our “knowledge and understanding” must depend on the <b>Universal Church</b>.</p>								</div>
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									<p>More asserts that without the Catholic Church, as St. Augustine said, “we couldn’t know which books are Holy Scripture.” To study Scripture to “find out if the faith is true” is a path to “fall into errors,” for the faith is the “rule of interpretation.”</p>								</div>
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<p>Mary is the “Mirror of Virtue” who “took all these things to heart.” She is the “Treasure of the Lord” whose life provides the “rule of interpretation” for the<b> Incarnate Word</b>. The <b>Magisterium</b>, through the <b>Bishop</b>, has the authority to “interpret authoritatively”, protecting the flock from the “Assaults of heresy”. As the “Servant Leader”, the <b>Bishop </b>guides us to “conduct ourselves virtuously” within the Church’s embrace.</p>
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June 14: We Need the Church to Interpret the Scripture

<P>We are living in an extraordinary time: A Time of Mercy.</P><P>But what is mercy? What does it mean to be living in a Time of Mercy? How can we receive Gods Mercy? And how should we respond?</P><P>In Doors of Mercy, authors Fr. Jeffrey Kirby and Brian Kennelly answer these important questions. They act as your guides on a whirlwind tour of salvation history, from Adam and Eve to the coming of the Savior, into the present day with the beautiful story of St. Faustina and the Divine Mercy message and devotion. </P><P>Youll discover:</P><P></P><P>How the rebellion of Adam and Eve in the Garden affects our relationships with each other, with God, and with the world around us </P><P>Why God chose a rainbow as the sign of the covenant with Noah</P><P>The purpose behind Abrams name being changed to Abraham</P><P>How the plagues in the time of Moses were not random but had symbolic meaning</P><P>How Davids Kingdom serves as a template, or blueprint, for the Church</P><P>The hidden meaning behind some of Jesuss well known parables and why the Eucharist is the sign of the new and eternal covenant</P><P>How the Church and her saints have spread mercy throughout the centuries, with short biographies of Sts. Vincent, Camillus, Margaret Mary, Maria Goretti, and more</P><P>The history behind St. Faustinas visions of Jesus and the spreading of the Divine Mercy message and devotion</P><P>How you can continue Christs mission of mercy in your own life&hellip;</P><P></P><P>Follow the intricate stitching of a divine rescue plan that would not be stopped by anything. Across countless generations the Lords mercy acted as the lifeblood of this rescue plan, so that neither our own weakness nor the devil himself could thwart it. He would deliver us a Savior and a King of Mercy no matter what it took, one who would bring His Kingdom to the ends of the earth, and who would smash the very gates of hell.</P>

Doors of Mercy

<P>A truly remarkable account of the famous German mystic and stigmatist visited by so many GIs after the Second World War. She did not sleep and lived without food or liquid except for daily Eucharist from 1926 to 1962.</P>

Who is Teresa Neumann?

<p><strong>&ldquo;We have to save the treasure of Goshen!&rdquo;</strong><br><br>After her little brother suffers a serious injury from a sledding accident, Maggie struggles to remain hopeful that everything will be alright. Yet, while Maggie anxiously waits for good news at the hospital, her guardian angel Mikey appears once more with another mission from God. In this adventure, they must travel back to Ancient Egypt to find a hidden treasure in the Israelities&rsquo; town of Goshen, under the terrorizing rule of Pharoah Ramses II.<br><br>Follow Maggie as she swims in the Nile, explores a pyramid, solves riddles, and dodges booby traps to make her way to the treasure room!<br><br>With a story as fun as it is edifying, author B.B. Gallagher illuminates life as an Israelite in Ancient Egypt, delivering a valuable lesson about Hope. Can Maggie find hope during one of Christian history&rsquo;s most challenging and pivotal moments? Find out in this third installment of the Virtue Adventures series.</p>

Hope on the Nile

<p>Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 5 of Book 3, and then offers a reflection on Mary as cause of our salvation and Mary&#39;s dialogue with God in prayer. </p>

Year 2, Day 99: Volume 2, Book 3, Chapter 5, Paragraphs 47-58

<P>Does your child ask a lot of difficult questions? Seem bored or act restless during Mass? Introduce him or her to Sam the Guardian Angel, who will explain the details of Mass in a way all kids can understand. And when they understand the miracle that is taking place, all children can learn to love the Mass! The unique, colorful clay illustrations bring the Mass to life in an approachable, beautiful way for children. Each page is complemented by notes to learn more about that part of the Mass according to the Catechism. See what the Mass looks like from a child's perspective—the perspective of Sam the Guardian Angel—and introduce your very own beloved little one to the joy of the liturgy!</P>

Sam the Guardian Angel

<P>The Monks of Archangel Monastery have a dilemma: their cupboards are bare!</P><P></P><P>But their wise Father Abbot reminds them to trust that Christ will provide their daily bread. So the monks go about their work, study and prayer, while offering up their belly grumble for the love of God.</P><P></P><P>This beautifully-illustrated book will be enjoyed by children and their caregivers for its humorous pictures, for fun rhymes reminiscent of Dr. Seuss, and for the heartfelt message of sincere trust in the Lord's providence.</P>

The Monks' Daily Bread

<p><strong>How does Mary’s humility transform ordinary chores into paths of holiness?</strong></p><p>Fr. Edward Looney reads and reflects on <strong>Volume 1, Book 2, Chapter 4, Paragraphs 472-480</strong> from <em>The Mystical City of God</em>. Reflect on Mary’s eager humility: she volunteered for humble tasks, disciplined her time with prayer and study, and warns religious to guard against small acts of neglect that open the way to greater sin.</p><p>📖 <strong>Get the Books Here:</strong> <a href="https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-mystical-city-of-god-set/">https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-mystical-city-of-god-set/</a></p><p>🙏 <strong>More from Fr. Edward Looney:</strong> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@edwardlooney">https://www.youtube.com/@edwardlooney</a></p><p><strong>📱 TAN Digital: The Catholic App You Can Trust.</strong> Browse and listen to more than 1,200 spiritual classics: <a href="https://tanbooks.com/tan-digital-app/">https://tanbooks.com/tan-digital-app/</a></p><p>🎙️ <strong>More Great TAN Podcasts:</strong></p><ul><li>The Life of Jesus Christ in a Year with Fr. Edward Looney</li><li>The Conor Gallagher Show</li><li>The Commentaries: How to Read &amp; Live Classic Catholic Books</li><li>The Authority with Joseph Pearce</li><li>From the Rooftop with Msgr. Patrick Winslow &amp; Fr. Matthew Kauth</li><li>Till &amp; Keep with Jason Craig</li></ul>