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Inspiring new and recently released books and films are now available at a special discount! James Hitchcock provides a knowledgeable, comprehensive look at the history of the Catholic Church in his new book appropriately titled History of the Catholic Church, deepen your relationship with God by delving into Frank Sheed's classic work, Knowing God, and delve into the intriguing mysteries connected with the stories and history of famous Catholic saints, apparitions, Popes, and holy places in the new film Religious Mysteries. Get these and more great titles at 20% off!

History of the Catholic Church James Hitchcock The history of the Catholic Church is long, complicated, and fascinating, and in this book it is expertly and ably told by historian James Hitchcock. This ambitious work is comprehensive in its scope and in incisive in its understanding, a valuable addition to any school or home library. Also available as an e-book. Regular price: $29.95, sale price: $23.96	Knowing God Frank Sheed In Knowing God the great Catholic writer, teacher, and publisher Frank Sheed helps readers to know that God exists, to think about who and what God is, and to know God personally. He clears away popular misunderstandings of God, often held by otherwise knowledgeable people. Also available as an e-book. Regular price: $17.95, sale price: $14.36
A Noble Treason Richard Hanser A Noble Treason tells the true story of the underground group, The White Rose, at the University of Munich that instigated, organized, and carried out the first overt resistance to Hitler's regime. What gives A Noble Treason its unforgettable and inspiring quality is the personality, character, and courage of the White Rose members. Also available as an e-book. Regular price: $17.95, sale price: $14.36	Christianity, Islam and Atheism William Kilpatrick Christianity, Islam, and Atheism argues that Islam is a religion of conquest and subjugation and that in spite of 9 /11 and thousands of other terrorist attacks throughout the world, many in the West still do not know or admit this because it conflicts with their multiculturalism and their belief in the equivalence of all cultures and religions. William Kilpatrick also exposes the role played by atheists and secularists in advancing Islam. Also available as an e-book. Regular price: $24.95, sale price: $19.96
The Seven Big Myths about the Catholic Church Christopher Kaczor The Roman Catholic Church has long been the target of suspicion and hostility. But how much of this is based on ignorance and prejudice and how much is the fruit of thoughtful consideration of the facts? This book separates fact from fiction. Without excusing or justifying wrongdoing, author Christopher Kaczor clarifies official Catholic teaching and demonstrates that much popular opinion about Catholicism is based on misunderstanding and misinformation. Also available as an e-book. Regular price: $17.95, sale price: $14.36	The Complete Thinker Dale Ahlquist What does it mean to be a "complete thinker"? It means being able to take on a wide variety of ideas and disciplines and put them all together in a way that they work together. It means thinking like G.K. Chesterton. Chesterton's thoughts on almost everything-from east to west, from old to new, from politics to economics, from Shakespeare to Dickens-are woven together to create an illuminating whole. Also available as an e-book. Regular price: $17.95, sale price: $14.36
Witness of the Saints Milton Walsh In the four volumes of the Liturgy of the Hours, the official daily prayer of the Catholic Church, there are nearly 600 selections from the writings of Fathers and saints. Seeing the potential of this vast collection as a theological resource, Milton Walsh has organized these selections by topics according to the four pillars of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Also available as an e-book. Regular price: $34.95, sale price: $27.96	Hallowed Be This House Thomas Howard Thomas Howard shows us that every room of your house-the living room, the kitchen, the bedroom, and even the bathroom-is a holy place where God's grace awaits you, if only you know how to recognize His presence there. Also available as an e-book. Regular price: $14.95, sale price: $11.96

Films

Religious Mysteries Volume One This new documentary film series presents investigations into intriguing mysteries connected with the stories and history of famous Catholic saints, apparitions, Popes, and holy places, and some amazing findings from these studies. This DVD includes three separate films: The Secret of Bernadette, The Pope of Mercy, and The Lost Ark. Regular price: $24.95, sale price: $19.96	Catholics and the Culture of War Catholic apologist and radio host Tim Staples demonstrates how several minor "battles" over the last 65 years have led to us to where we are now... in a full-fledged war between two very different schools of thought when it comes to what society says is right... or wrong. It's a vivid look at what America used to be like-and how dramatically we have changed. The good news is that we can turn this situation around. We can regain lost ground. We can win the battle for our culture. Regular price: $19.95, sale price: $15.96
Defending Your Faith Catholic Answers' Director of Apologetics, Tim Staples, presents some of the most common challenges to Catholicism, and gives you solid, Biblically-based answers that you can use to refute them. Along with the scriptural evidence, Staples also explains the beautifully rational arguments which make these same teachings come alive in our hearts and minds. Regular price: $19.95, sale price: $15.96	Faith Clips Join popular Catholic teacher Fr. Robert Barron as he answers 50 frequently asked questions about the Catholic faith on a diverse range of topics-from God, Jesus and the Trinity to the sacraments, prayer and the spiritual life. Faith Clips is an interactive tool for anyone who seeks to learn or present basic theological and spiritual precepts. Regular price: $19.95, sale price: $15.96
Romance without Regret Whether you are in a relationship, looking for love, or just trying to understand God's plan for properly using the gift of sexuality he has given to you, Romance Without Regret will hand you the tools you need in order to know the difference between love and lust. Regular price: $19.95, sale price: $15.96	Paul the Apostle From the Emmy award-winning director Roger Young comes the spectacular story of Paul the Apostle. This augmented adaptation, largely based on the biblical account, profiles Christ's most prolific messenger. Paul, originally known as Saul of Tarsus, was at the forefront of efforts to stamp out the early church until Jesus stopped him on the road to Damascus, forever changing his life and mission. Regular price: $16.95, sale price: $13.56
Hardflip This movie follows the story of Caleb, a young skater whose ill mother and absent father leave him reaching for the only hope he has... becoming a sponsored skater. After finding a stack of old love letters, he sets out to find the father he never knew and inadvertently begins a journey he never could have expected. Regular price: $19.95, sale price: $15.96	Born into the Kingdom In this happy presentation, Brother Francis invites us to share in the realities of the Sacrament of Baptism and the union it provides us with God's big family! Filled with instruction and inspiration, Born into the Kingdom is a great reminder of God's wonderful grace! Regular price: $12.99, sale price: $10.39

Catholic World Report

The Best Books I Read in 2012
by 35 authors, editors, and contributors

Another year, another tantalizing list of good and great books noted and recommended in this eighth edition of "Best Books I Read..." We've invited a wide range of authors and editors to contribute. The books chosen did not have to be published in 2012, nor did they have to be about a specific topic. Simply, "What were the best books you read in the past year?" No limit was set on the number of books, and commentary was optional.

Homiletic & Pastoral Review

Social Justice According to Pius XI
by Thomas Storck

The term “social justice,” though common enough today, is little understood by most of those who use it—whether they consider themselves friends and practitioners of social justice, or they regard it as a suspect term of probably socialist origin. But the term does have a precise meaning. That meaning and the significance of this concept of justice, were carefully explained by Pius XI, the pontiff who introduced it into the corpus of Catholic social teaching. In many respects it is the key term and concept of Catholic social teaching. All the other aspects of the Church’s social doctrine—such as the principle of subsidiarity, the just wage or the right to private property—are related to social justice, and rely on the existence of social justice. Pope Pius, who reigned from 1922 to 1939, introduced the term into Catholic teaching in his encyclical, Studiorum Ducem (1923). He later made extensive use of it in two important social encyclicals: Quadragesimo Anno (1931) and Divini Redemptoris (1937). But, before taking a close look at the exact meaning of social justice, let us try to clear away some confusions over justice itself, especially as contrasted with charity.

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