Books for Teenagers

U Got 2 Believe!
$12.95
By Fr. Stan Fortuna, C.F.R. Y do U Got 2 Believe? … so that you can share in God's life … so that you can have the awesome power of God in your life … in order to deal with all the things life hands you - even the impossible … so you can have peace now and forever in heaven … because belief allows you to become the person God created you to be - so that you can receive the gift of Faith to live it and give it God is offering you this gift of Faith right now! In order to have it, all U got 2 do is believe! Then the power that's available to you, right there inside of your heart, will be yours. What R U waitin' for? Paperback, 128 pages
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My Life on the Rock
$14.99
You see his face each week on Catholic TV. Now read his compelling story.

Featuring a new chapter, Leading Others to Christ (co-written with Dr. Scott Hahn)by Jeff Cavins.

Jeff Cavin's My Life on the Rock is one of the most moving, inspiring and even entertaining conversion stories you will ever read. My Life on the Rock is the dramatic, emotional and humorous conversion story of Jeff Cavins, one of the brightest new teachers and converts to come into the Catholic Church in recent years. Jeff's story is one of "rebellion" and homecoming. He rebelled against his father and his faith - and then returned home after a series of providential events.

A Protestant pastor of 13 years, Jeff's story will make you laugh, make you cry, and keep you turning page after page. The host of EWTN's popular show, "Life on the Rock", Jeff spent 12 years as a Protestant pastor before returning to the Catholic faith. His story is filled with unique twists and turns: he was shot at, fasted for a month (and not by choice!), and witnessed to celebrities like Walter Cronkite, Sophia Loren, and renowned atheist, Madalyn Murray O'Hair, for which he was almost fired.

The new chapter, Leading Others to Christ, shows the Catholic reader how to lead non-Christians to a relationship with Jesus Christ, and non-Catholic Christians to see the Church as the most complete way to experience Christ.

My Life on the Rock is the perfect book for friends who have left the Church, and those who desire a powerful story of Catholic conversion.
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Write On - Journal-Keeping for Teens
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by Patricia L. Fry. Adolescents often feel lost and confused. Facing new emotions and challenges, teens long for a path leading to a better understanding of self, others, and God.

Write On shows young people how reflection and writing can help them confront their most troubling issues. Encouraging creativity in the use of poetry, prose, and organization, this pamphlet presents journaling as a tool with many uses. Techniques for dealing with emotions, goal setting, and self-realization are presented. The reflective process also helps the young person develop an appreciation of others and a sense sympathy toward all.

Write On will encourage your child's spiritual and emotional development while strengthening writing skills. 48 pages; Paperback
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The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings
$44.95
by J.R.R. Tolkien.

Fantasy literature is all the rage these days, but there's little chance that any modern writer will equal The Lord of the Rings, the magnificent achievement of the great Catholic writer J.R.R. Tolkien. Now you can get this towering masterpiece of fantasy in a deluxe new boxed-set edition, featuring a text that is free of error and closer to Tolkien’s intentions than any version yet published.

To create The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, Tolkien did much more than simply plot out a story. He created an entire world—an enchanting world of fantastic creatures, wild landscapes, and dramatic events, all imagined with a fullness virtually unequalled in all literature. But the best feature about his writing is the strong Catholic sensibility that informs this long story from beginning to end, making it beloved by Catholics worldwide since its first appearance.

If you’ve never entered Middle Earth, here’s your best chance yet. And if your kids are clamoring to see the new cinematicThe Lord of the Rings, give them this edition. Meanwhile, if you’ve long loved Tolkien, now you can replace your well-worn copies with an edition that’s made to last. Deluxe 4 volume boxed set 1434 pages. Ignatius Press Fall 2002
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World Youth Day 2002
$24.95
The Official Souvenir Album

The Holy Father's intent during this spectacular series of events he personally baptised as "World Youth Day" was to help people better understand and integrate their faith in their daily lives. With the help of expert photographers, skilled writers, and creative designers we have captured for you the fervour and joy with which "people of the Beautitudes" are called to live. May this souvenir album become for you a family album - an intimate record of your origins as children of God, and a constant reminder of your status as brothers and sisters in Jesus Christ. 160 pages, Twenty Third Publications, Spring 2003

Letters to a Young Catholic
$14.95
IP:0465092624
In this remarkable tour of the Catholic world, George Weigel helps us understand how Catholicism fosters what Flannery O’Connor called “the habit of being.” Taking the reader by the hand, Weigel embarks on a journey to Catholic landmarks as diverse as Chartres Cathedral and St. Mary’s Church in Greenville, South Carolina; the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem and G.K. Chesterton’s favorite pub. Weaving together insights from history, literature, theology, and music, Weigel uses these touchstones to illuminate the beliefs that have shaped Catholicism for two thousand years.

With clarity and conviction, Weigel examines the foundations of Catholic faith and explores the topics of grace, prayer, vocation, sin and forgiveness, suffering, and—most importantly—love. Putting a dramatic face on this invitation to Catholicism, Weigel introduces some of the figures who have shaped his faith and thought.

In these letters, George Weigel conveys the power of a faith that is at once personal and universal, timely and eternal. His book will inspire not only the young generation of Catholics but also the faithful, the doubtful, and the searchers of every age.

George Weigel is a Catholic theologian, a leading commentator on religion and public life, and the best-selling author of The Courage to be Catholic and Witness to Hope: The Biography of Pope John Paul II. Ignatius Press 2004. Paperback, 262 pages.
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A Case for Chastity: The Way to Real Love and True Freedom for Catholic Teens
$13.99
By authors: Heather Gallagher, Peter Vlahutin

In twenty-six short topical chapters, teens and young adults share their questions and real-life experiences about sexual relationships. Their questions range from "How far is too far?" to "What's wrong with cohabitation?" Two questions posed by many people of all ages both within and outside the Church are also treated: "Chastity sounds nice, but is it practical?" and "What do the Bible and celibate men know about sex anyway?"

Teens will find A Case for Chastity a readable and informative book, and their parents and teachers, particularly catechists and DREs, will find it an invaluable resource.

Paperback; Pages: 192 Size: 6" X 9" Inches
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Maria Goretti - DVD
$19.95
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The story of Saint Maria Goretti is retold in this beautifully made new film from Italy. It tells of the plight of the poor laborers of the time, struggling to survive in a swampy area with rampant malaria and extreme poverty. Luigi and Assunta Goretti keep their faith despite the hardship, and instill in their children a deep love for God. Their daughter Maria especially is devout. But tragedy strikes more than once: sickness and death affects the Goretti family, and then their young neighbor Alessandro does the unthinkable… This film, made on location and filled with authentic detail, stars Martina Pinto as Maria, Flavio Insinna (Saint John Bosco) as the brave local Passionist priest, Luisa Ranieri and Massimo Bonetti as her parents, and Claudia Koll as the Countess Mazzoleni.

Includes a special 16 page study booklet with interviews, questions and answers, and more information. In Italian with English and Spanish subtitles, or English dubbed track.

This is a Region 1 DVD (playable ONLY in Bermuda, Canada, the Cayman Islands, United States and U.S. territories)
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Do I Have to Go?
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Do I Have to Go? 101 Questions About the Mass, the Eucharist, and Your Spiritual Life

From playing video games to sleeping-in, teens can think of countless things they would rather do than go to Mass on Sunday morning. That is, unless they knew what they were missing. Do I Have to Go? explains the meaning and the mystery of Mass in such a way that teens will be asking, "Why wouldn't I go?"

With wit, clarity, and common sense, Matthew Pinto and Christopher Stefanick answer the tough questions teens have about the Mass; from the rituals contained in the liturgy, to the doctrines of the Eucharist and the Priesthood. When teens understand that the Mass is literally the meeting place between heaven and earth there is nothing in the world that can keep them from it. In Do I Have to Go?, they will learn:

- Why the Mass is an essential part of the Christian life
- The mystery of the Eucharist as the Real Presence of Jesusâ€™s Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity
- How the redemptive work of Jesus Christ is communicated to and through the Church and the sacraments
- The meaning of all the gestures and symbols of the the Mass
- How the Mass has developed from its roots in the Old Testament, through its institution by Christ
- The importance of the liturgical seasons for the spiritual life
- And much, much more

Author: Matthew Pinto, Chris Stefanick
Publisher: Ascension Press
Soft cover, 175 pages
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Francis and Clare, Saints of Assisi
$9.95
IP:0898705177
Author Helen Homan has captured all the excitement and beauty of the lives of these saints from their childhood growing up together in Assisi to their profound conversion and lifelong influence--indeed centuries-long influence--on the whole world through their radical living of the Gospel and founding of two great religious orders, the Franciscans and the Poor Clares. Combining the stories of Francis and Clare in one volume makes for a book that will be of great interest to both boys and girls of a wide age span. Illustrated. Sewn Softcover, 187 pages.
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Father Marquette and the Great Rivers
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by August Derleth. This tells the thrilling story of one of America's greatest missionaries who came down from Canada with explorer Louis Joliet to explore the mighty Mississippi River, the ""great river"" bordered by Indian tribes who killed white men on sight. Of the few who had dared explore this immense waterway, none had lived to return and report where it emptied. If he could travel to the mouth of the "great river", Fr. Marquette hoped to obtain new lands for France and new souls for Jesus Christ. He braved the dangers of tomahawks and tortures to bring the Word of God to the Indians of the New World. Rapids, floods, Indian superstitions, tribal warfare - these are only a few of the obstacles Father Marquette and Louis Joliet encountered in trying to meet their challenge. Illustrated. 139 pages soft cover . "
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The Cure of Ars
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The Priest Who Out-Talked the Devil by Milton Lomask. Milton Lomask contributes his second volume to the Vision Books series of saints for youth 9 - 15 years old in this story of the greatly beloved Curé of Ars. Jean-Marie Vianney, a farm boy born during the French Revolution, longed to become a priest. But he could not learn Latin, and it seemed as if the humble, lovable, slow-thinking Jean-Marie would never be ordained. He did at last become a priest, and such a holy one that St. Jean-Marie Vianney is invoked as the patron saint and model of parish priests everywhere. To many he is known, not by name, but simply as "the Curé of Ars," the parish priest who devoted his life to the little village of Ars and so successfully led his people to sanctity that he became a prime target of the devil. 148 pages, paperback, Ignatius Press Vision Book.
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Mother Cabrini, Missionary to the World
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by Frances Parkinson Keyes. In 1946, Francesca Cabrini was canonized as the first saint of the United States. This Vision book for 9 - 15 year olds tells the exciting story of this missionary from Italy who came to America to spread the Faith. She founded a new order nuns, the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart, to teach the Faith and work with the poor in our country. She was a tireless missionary who crossed the ocean 37 times to expand her order across the world to France, England, Spain; in Central and South America; in the United States from coast to coast including New York, New Orleans, Denver, Seattle (where she took the oath of U.S. citizenship) and Chicago, where she died in 1917, a saint of our time. Illustrated. Sewn Softcover, 165 pages
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Mother Seton and the Sisters of Charity
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By Alma Powers-Water. In 1975, Mother Elizabeth Seton was canonized as America's first native-born Roman Catholic saint. This Vision Book tells the inspiring true story of the life of Elizabeth Bayley Seton from her childhood in a distinguished New York family to her becoming a sister and foundress of an order of nuns. In time her order of sisters flourished, and they established more schools, orphanages and hospitals across the United States. At her early death (46 years old) Mother Seton's congregation numbered twenty-one communities throughout the country. 168 pages, Soft cover, Ignatius Press
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Our Lady Came to Fatima
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Who would have thought that the Blessed Mother would choose to come to Fatima, that remote farming village on a rocky slope in Portugal? No one was more surprised than Lucia, Jacinta, and Francisco, the little shepherds to whom she appeared in 1917.

In this 27th volume of the acclaimed Vision Books series for youth, readers will be enthralled by the story of the village and its people, of the scornful neighbors and the puzzled parents. Above all, it is a warm story of three little ones who insisted that Our Lady had indeed come to Fatima, and from whose faith grew one of the greatest spiritual movements of our time. Illustrated.
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Saint Anthony and the Christ Child
$9.95
Helen Walker Homan author’s this story of the life of the greatly beloved St. Anthony of Padua. Homan covers many of the important and exciting events in Friar Anthony's life including a voyage to the Mohammedan land of Morocco, a shipwreck, and the meeting in Assisi with St. Francis and all of the Friars Minor. From his days as a youth to the dramatic accounts of his powerful preaching and working miracles as a follower of St. Francis, Homan presents a fascinating account of St. Anthony that youth, and all ages, will find enthralling. Illustrated. Sewn Softcover, 174 pages.
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St. Ignatius & the Company of Jesus
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IP:0898707226
by August Derleth. This Vision book tells the exciting, dramatic story of St. Ignatius of Loyola and the order he founded, the Society of Jesus. As a young man, Ignatius had dreams of an adventurous life as a soldier. His dreams, however, did not come true the way he had hoped. Seriously wounded in battle, the soldier Ignatius had a profound conversion to Christ during his period of healing and recovery. He abandoned a promising career in the military and dedicated the rest of his life to the service of Christ and the Church. This book tells of his starting one of the most influential orders in the church, and gives a graphic account of his adventures, his many encounters with popes, kings and emperors, and the great work the Jesuits did in spreading the Gospel. Illustrated, Sewn Softcover, 168 pages.
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St. John Bosco
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by Catherine Beebe.

A Vision book containing the enthralling story of the great modern apostle of youth, Saint John Bosco, and his best-loved pupil who became a saint, Dominic Savio. Blessed with tremendous natural and supernatural gifts, including a wonderful sense of humor, Saint John Bosco overcame overwhelming obstacles to help deprived children find a better life.

Juggler, magician, acrobat, tailor, teacher and writer--John Bosco became all of these in his efforts to lead boys and girls to God. A prayer was the price of admission to his shows; a friendly contest to match skill or strength was his answer to the hoodlums who laughed at him. As a priest he was known as Don Bosco and built churches and schools.

Don Bosco's schools were cheerful places where the school spirit ran high. This story of Saint John Bosco and his pupil, Saint Dominic Savio, will appeal to the young readers of today. Illustrated. Cover art by Chris Pelicano

Sewn Softcover. Length: 157 pages
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St. Thomas Aquinas and the Preaching Beggars
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Dominican Fr. Brendan Larnen and children’s author Milton Lomask present the story of St. Thomas Aquinas. It is full of moving and dramatic scenes: the flaming destruction of Monte Cassino Abbey, the reception into the Dominican order of the quiet, determined young Thomas, the breath-taking escape from the donjon tower, and the striking instances of the saint's eloquence and brilliance.

Children from ages 9 to 15 will enjoy the exciting story of the man who wrote the masterful Summa Theologica, the advisor to popes who refused ecclesiastical honor, the simple friar who shook the medieval world with his intellect.
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St. Thomas More
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by Elizabeth Ince St. Thomas More comes to life in this biography from the acclaimed “Vision Books” series of saints for youth 9 - 16 years old. Raised in the London of the late 1400’s, Thomas was a bright student eager for knowledge. When serving as a page for Cardinal Morton, the Archbishop of Canterbury noticed his bright wit and sent him to Oxford. There young Thomas became a scholar and later one of the greatest lawyers in England. Going on to serve his King, he soon became one of Henry VIII's most trusted advisors. But then the unthinkable happened. King Henry VIII defied Rome and set himself up as the head of the Church in England, commanding all of his subjects to acknowledge him as such. Sir Thomas resigned as Chancellor rather than betray his faith, but his defiance came at a price. King Henry had him arrested and charged with treason. On July 6, 1535, Sir Thomas More was beheaded for high treason and became a martyr for the Church. Illustrated. Ignatius Press Vision Series Softcover book 165 pages released Spring 2003.
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Saint Isaac and the Indians
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Over three hundred years ago, many Frenchmen came to the unknown forests along the St. Lawrence River. Most of them came in search of furs and wealth. But there were some--a handful of Jesuit missionaries--who came not to get, but to give. They wished to give the savage Indians the knowledge of God and of His love for them. One of these missionaries was Isaac Jogues, martyr and Saint. This is the story of his dangerous and difficult life among the Indian tribes in their tree-dark country--of his work of conversion, of his efforts to teach the Indians rules of health and to set them free from their superstitious belief in the power of their medicine men. This is the inspiring story of his enslavement by the Mohawks, his daring escape, and finally, his death as a martyr for the Faith. The author, Milton Lomask, was an instructor of writing at New York University's Writing Center, and taught also at Danbury State Teachers' College. His artices have appeared in such magazines as The Catholic Digest, The Sign, America, and The Rotarian.

170 Pages; paperback.
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Spiritual Workout of a Former Saint
$12.95
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by Danny Abramowicz.This is more than the story of a recovering alcoholic grabbing onto - and working hard at - his second chance at a happy, spiritually rich life. Here, based on proven NFL workout techniques, is a practical, encouraging, step-by-step method to help you:

increase your spiritual strength.
add new life to your relationships with your spouse, family, and friends.
re-energize your soul as you deepen your love of Christ and His Church.

Danny Abramowicz played in the National Football League for the New Orleans Saints (1967-1973) and the San Francisco 49ers (1973-1974). He later worked as a special teams coach for the Chicago Bears and offensive coordinator for the Saints. He currently heads a charitable foundation in New Orleans and speaks to Catholic groups around the country. Our Sunday Visitor Fall 2004 166 Pages, Hardback
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And God Said, Play Ball!
$12.95
Amusing and Thought-Provoking Parallels Between the Bible and Baseball by Gary Graf.

This book is both entertaining and educational, fanciful and inspirational. It draws from the lives of Jesus Christ and Yogi Berra, Joseph of Nazareth and Joe DiMaggio, Moses and Hank Aaron, Saint Peter and Jackie Robinson. And God Said, "Play Ball!" makes the Bible more approachable by relating it to a game loved by both children and adults. It also shows that baseball is not only a game, but a never-ending series of lessons about life, as well.

The author has been a baseball fan for more than forty years and a Catholic a lot longer than that. He has played, coached, watched, or taught baseball since he was seven years old. He is very active in lay ministry and catechetics at his Catholic parish in Seattle, and has found both the Bible and baseball to be among the greatest teachers in his life.

This book includes 8 pages of timeless photographs. You won't find a more inspiring gift for that baseball player in your life--of whatever age--or that fan in front of your TV! 180 pages; Softcover; Ligouri Publications; Spring 2005
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And God Said, "It's Good!"
$19.95
Amusing and Thought-Provoking Parallels Between the Bible and Football By: Gary Graf.

And God Said, "It's Good!" takes the sport of football and compares this favorite Sunday pastime to the Bible -- and it works. Once again, Gary Graf combines his love of sports with the Bible, resulting in an amusing and fun-loving book that delights any sports fan.

Comparisons include Hail Mary passes and answered prayers; immaculate receptions and Immaculate Conceptions; football stadiums and cathedrals; biblical verses and double reverses, plus good books and playbooks. These and many more parallels fill this lively and entertaining book every Catholic sports fan will love!

On any Sunday, you can bet some are brought closer to the spirit of the sport while others are more connected to the bible. The twenty chapters in this book compare football and the bible--with remarkable results!

*"Forgiveness and good works were just pre-game drills for the Lord's true purpose here on earth."

*"God rested on Sunday. Football is mostly played on Sunday. Coincidence? I think not."

Any author who can find similarities between the dazzling colors of a football team and the colorful vestments of a priest--needs to have his book read cover to cover. A delightful read for everyone--even if you're not remotely interested in football. Ligouri Publications Fall 2007, Hardcover 192 pages.
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Meat and Potatoes Catholicism
$14.95
By: Rev. Joseph F. Classen

What is so special about Sacraments?
How did the rituals and traditions of the Mass get started?
Why do we have a pope?
What's the point of going to confession?

Father Joe Classen has heard all these questions and more from parishioners, fishing buddies, neighbors, and acquaintances. They seem to recognize right away that this straight-shooting and approachable young priest speaks a language they understand.

You will find real questions and direct answers from a passionate, engaging priest who wants nothing more than to share his love of the Faith in real life terms. Get to know what the Church teaches and why, and discover Father Joe's secret recipe for a happier, more fulfilling life.
Our Sunday Visitor 2009 Paperback, 240 pages.
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Pastoral Answers
$13.95
Honest answers to the toughest questions. by M. Francis Mannion. Tough questions deserve honest answers, and Monsignor Mannion has been giving us those answers every week in Our Sunday Visitor. Now the most probing questions from his columns are answered in this book, newly organized by topic for easy reference. Is there ever a time when premarital sex is okay? Do cats and dogs go to heaven? How can God "lead us into temptation"? These are the questions sincere Catholics ask over and over, and Monsignor Mannion always gives us the straight answers - but always in his kind and gently humorous way, leading us to understand not only the answer to the question but also why the answer is what it is. Paper, 192 pages. Our Sunday Visitor March 2002.
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