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In this RCS companion volume Gerald L. Bray immerses readers in the world of Reformation theology. He introduces the range of theological debates as Catholics and Protestants from a diversity of traditions disputed the essentials of the faith, from the...

The document explores the distinction between knowing about God through intellectual understanding and truly knowing God through personal, transformative faith and relationship.The Nature of Knowing GodUnderstanding God involves both intellectual...

Sound the alarm! Wake up the bride! Get ready! The Biblical Feast of Trumpets - Yom Teruah- reveals an ancient mystery that uncovers a critical message for Israel and the church today. It is a divine appointment to arise out of our complacency,...

Taken from sixty-nine canonized saints and ninety holy priests, religious, and lay people, each one of the more than 800 passages in this book comprises a most potent salve with which to treat and heal the wound of weariness. That salve is hope. "The...

In this sequel to Toolkit for Spiritual Growth: A Practical Guide to Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving, Fr. Evan Armatas covers three additional spiritual tools-Scripture, confession, and time. Drawing upon the wisdom of the Old and New Testaments, the...

The relationship between Catholics and Evangelicals is a story of power plays and politics, misunderstandings and bitterness. Battle lines from past wars--sometimes literal wars--are still drawn, even if only in the realm of ideas and beliefs. This is...

In the period following the collapse of the Carolingian Empire up to the Fourth Lateran Council (1215), the episcopate everywhere in Europe experienced substantial and important change. How did the medieval bishop, unquestionably one of the most powerful...

The Potter's Clay Workbook is a practical guide designed to strengthen a believer's spiritual journey through a structured, interactive, small-group setting. It is organized into twelve sessions, spread across three insightful sections: "My Relationship...

<p><strong>In Conversation with Saint Julian - Praise for <em>At the Still Point</em></strong></p><p>In this contemplative and lyrically rich collection, poet Ron Starbuck offers a series of poetic "Disclosures"...

A movement manifesto for a more hopeful and Jesus-centered Christianity Over five hundred years ago, the Western church underwent a period of massive recalibration that exposed abuses and theological blind spots and revived the historical foundations of...

Spend a day with sisters. Once a week Darla Weaver bundles her children into the buggy, hitches up her spirited mare, and drives six miles to the farm where she grew up. There she gathers with her four sisters and their children for a day with their...

Cultivate the power of the New Covenant through an intimate relationship with Holy Spirit, and operate in Holy Spirit's gifts with understanding and boldness. This book provides an understanding of the vital role of the Promise of the Spirit in the New...

A biography of Pope Leo XIV, with interviews with those who were at the concalve and those who know him over many years. The first biography of the Pope Leo XIV and reflections on his life, his papacy and interviews with people in Rome which has been...

This collection, "Sermons / by Samuel M. Worcester," presents a selection of sermons delivered by Samuel Melancthon Worcester (1801-1866). These sermons offer insights into the theological perspectives and pastoral concerns of a prominent 19th-century...

Historia religiosa, política y literaria de la Compañía de Jesús, Volume 6, by Jacques Crétineau-Joly, offers a detailed examination of the Society of Jesus from a historical, political, and literary perspective. This volume continues the...

Historia de Nuestra Señora del Va, written by Antonio Larrouy, explores the history and significance of the Virgin of Va. This Spanish-language work delves into the religious and cultural impact of this important figure within the Catholic tradition...

This is "An Homily for the Days of Rogation Week," a sermon from the Church of England intended for delivery during Rogation Week. Rogation Week, observed in the Anglican and other Christian traditions, focuses on prayer and fasting, particularly...

This historical document, "La encíclica del Papa Leon XII contra la independencia de la América Española," offers a crucial insight into the Vatican's perspective on the burgeoning independence movements in Spanish America during the early 19th...

Lacordaire, l'orateur et le moine by Henri D'Arles explores the life and legacy of Jean-Baptiste Henri Lacordaire, a prominent 19th-century French Catholic priest, orator, and journalist. This biography, a corrected and enriched second edition, delves...

Catalogo dos religiosos professos na real cogregação dos agostinhos descalços de P is a historical catalog detailing the professed members of the Royal Congregation of the Discalced Augustinians of Portugal. Compiled by Pedro Augusto Ferreira, this...

"An Historical Account & Illustrated Description of the Cathedral Church of Manchester, an Essay" by Thomas Locke Worthington offers a detailed exploration of one of England's most significant religious landmarks. Originally published in 1884, this work...

The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution...

"Short Sermons for Low Masses, for all the Sundays of the Year, Volume 2" offers a collection of concise and insightful homilies designed for use during low Mass throughout the liturgical year. Written by F. Heffner, these sermons provide accessible...

Commemorating three centuries of faith and community, "The First Congregational Church, East Hartford, Connecticut, 1702-1902" offers a detailed historical account of one of New England's oldest congregations. This book chronicles the church's...

Historia Eclesiástica De Valparaiso, Volume 2 by Vicente Martín Y Manero offers a detailed historical account of the Catholic Church in Valparaiso, Chile. Written in Spanish, this volume provides insights into the religious, social, and cultural...

"An Apology for the Church of England," by James Bassnett Mills, defends the doctrines and practices of the Church of England against the criticisms of those who dissent from its communion. Written in response to various objections and cavils, this work...

Le Père Hyacinthe: Réformateur Catholique 1869-1893 by Albert Houtin offers a detailed biographical portrait of Hyacinthe Loyson, a controversial figure in the late 19th-century Catholic Church. This meticulously researched biography,...

Die Papstwahlen Und Die Mit Ihnen Im Nächsten Zusammenhange Stehenden Ceremonien bietet eine detaillierte Untersuchung der Papstwahlen und der damit verbundenen Zeremonien in ihrer Entwicklung vom 11. bis zum 14. Jahrhundert. Richard Otto Zoepffel...

De Reformatie: Tijdschrift Der Christelijke Gereformeerde Kerk in Nederland, published in 1842, offers a valuable window into the theological and social landscape of the Christian Reformed Church in the Netherlands during a pivotal period. This...

"The Poor Gentlemen of Liège" offers a detailed historical account of the Society of Jesus in England and Ireland. Originally written by Jacques Augustin M. Crétineau-Joly and translated and edited by R.J. M'ghee, this historical work...

Delve into the rich religious tapestry of early America with "History of the Episcopal Church, in Naragansett, Rhode-Island." This meticulously researched volume, originally published in 1847, offers a comprehensive account of the Episcopal Church's...

Experience the solemn beauty of Holy Week with "The Complete Office of Holy Week According to the Roman Missal and Brebiary, in Latin and English." This meticulously prepared volume presents the complete liturgical texts for each day of Holy Week,...

Le Père Hecker, Fondateur Des "Paulistes" Américains, 1819-1888 explore la vie et l'œuvre du Père Isaac Thomas Hecker, fondateur de la congrégation des Paulistes aux États-Unis. Cette biographie, rédigée...

Zoom through the Milky Way to learn about our solar system and the Creator who designed it. Join our trumpet explorers, as they visit the sun, all eight planets, and maybe even a space station! From the fiery surface of Mercury to the icy rings of...

In the spiritual novel, Dialogues With the Lord of Time, a wise teacher brings authentic spirituality and inspired teachings into many seekers' lives. Are you searching for God? This book is filled with practical advice to help dedicated aspirants find...

Open the pages of Fiery Wings of Faith and step into a world where the boundaries of faith and power were tested by fire. This is more than a history book-it's a gripping journey through the shadowy chapters of the Inquisition, the rise of the Cathars,...

Se cree que el Imperio Romano empezó a decaer al dividirse, cuando creció el Imperio Bizantino, o que menguó al crecer la fuerza de reinos llamados "árabes" o "celtas", o incluso con el poder de las monarquías europeas o las conquistas napoleónicas. No...

The Catholic Church stands as a beacon of spiritual guidance and eternal faith, but beneath its sacred traditions lies a history steeped in enigmatic secrets and shocking revelations. Dark Secrets of the Holy Fathers invites readers on a gripping journey...

Au milieu des flots d'iniquité qui submergent le monde en ces malheureux temps, au milieu des tempêtes révolutionnaires qui se déchaînent contre les sociétés et qui les ébranlent jusque dans leurs fondements, au milieu des guerres atroces que les...

"The arguments for monarchy are basically of three kinds: providentialist-monarchy has been the state form most used by the providence of God to further the Christianization of peoples; sacramental-monarchy permits the symbolic clothing of civil...

This booklet intends to aid preachers in the sacred task of being as clear as possible when preaching funeral sermons. When pastors do not preach certain topics clearly, their ambiguity can become an invitation for hearers to fill the vacuum with...

In an age of shifting cultural landscapes, where conversations about sex and sexuality often provoke tension and division, the Rev. Dr Alasdair Black offers a compassionate and searching voice. The Courage to Speak is an urgent and thought-provoking...

Experience Faith That Cannot Be Shaken-Power That Cannot Be Stopped!Step into the victorious, Spirit-empowered life God has designed for you. In Invincible Christianity, best-selling author, pastor and gifted teacher, Dr. Steven Brooks provides a...

This collection from Pope Francis will open hearts to the gospel message.The theme of mercy has been a signature of the pontificate of Pope Francis, a theme rooted in the message of Jesus, who tied our salvation to the treatment of the least of our...