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It may be defensibly maintained that, in the United States of America, no single catechism has had a more expansive impact on Catholic religious education than A Catechism of Christian Doctrine, Prepared and Enjoined by Order of the Third Plenary Council of Baltimore, most commonly known as "the Baltimore Catechism," or even more simply, "the Baltimore." The work of many hands over several years, the Baltimore Catechism has shaped the religious education of American Catholics in countless schools, parishes, and mission societies across the continent, and continues to do so today. This volume of the Tradivox collection includes the two most influential iterations of that text: the original catechism itself, unaltered as it came off the press in 1885, and Fr. Thomas Kinkead's expanded version, published six years later "for the use of Sunday-school teachers and advanced classes." The three Plenary Councils of Baltimore-held in 1852, 1866, and 1884-represented the first gatherings of the bishops in North America apart from Canada. The councils spanned a critical juncture in the history of the fledgling nation; not least of which being the bloody war for Southern independence, which ended just months before the opening of Baltimore II. In this period, the growing desire for an American catechism was generally felt, as evidenced by the remarkable efforts of Bishop John McGill of Richmond, who published his own catechism in 1865 within "the District Court of the Confederate States of America," and acknowledged: It is not only desirable, but even most necessary, that we should have some books of religious instruction for our people. ... [Thus] I have been induced, in view of our manifest need, to write and publish this volume, notwithstanding the difficulties attending such an enterprise in our present circumstances. This need would only increase with the explosive immigration to the continent between Baltimore II and III, when the Catholic population of America more than doubled in size in less than twenty years. The desire for a uniform catechism was met by the decrees of Baltimore III, which placed Catholic religious education among the principal issues of concern, in the face of a growing materialism in the culture and widespread opposition to Catholic schooling in public policy. In meeting these challenges, the Baltimore Catechism-especially the expanded edition by Fr. Kinkead - gives remarkable testimony to the kind of conflicted self-perception prevalent among American Catholics of the time. Intent on being an obedient citizen (largely in order to avoid the kind of continued persecution made famous by the Know-Nothing party), the American Catholic is bidden in the Baltimore Catechism to hail "the wise makers of the Constitution," and yet to regard the Roman pontiff's actions as done "with the authority of our Lord himself"-a disposition which, albeit somewhat exaggerated with regard to the doctrine of papal infallibility, must leave him ill at ease with his own national government, as Pope Pius IX's Syllabus of Errors (1864) had recently condemned several tenets that remain central to the American Constitution. While the original text of the Baltimore Catechism has been reproduced in this volume with no change, we have made a few minor adjustments to Kinkead's expanded edition that warrant exact description. First, we have clarified the author's anachronistic use of "viz." and "Maji," opting for consistency. Second, we removed the author's system of asterisk marks, which referenced a different contemporary edition that would have been confusing to include in this series. Third, we have withheld the "complete index of subjects" mentioned in the author's preface, the better to accord with the full series index found in Volume XX of the Tradivox collection. Finally, we added a few simple subheadings within some of the lengthier explanations, and clarified the wording of review question 798. We can confidently say that these minimal and cautious adjustments leave the reader in possession of the two most influential early editions of the Baltimore Catechism, as well as a helpful measure of historical insight for understanding the situation of American Catholics today.

"The project of a catechism restoration on behalf of Tradivox will surely be of great benefit not only to many confused and disoriented Catholic faithful but also to all people who are sincerely seeking the ultimate and authentic truth about God and man, which one can find only in the Catholic and apostolic Faith, the only religion and Faith willed by God and to which God calls all men." +Bishop Athanasius Schneider, O.R.C. Throughout the history of the Church, many catechisms were issued to make the teachings of the Faith accessible to the people of a particular region at a particular time. These invaluable works live on, continuing to share the timeless truths of Catholicism in a relatable manner with the faithful of today. This precious compendium features: Fr. Peter Geiermann's The Convert's Catechism of Catholic Doctrine (1910), an immensely popular catechism for instructing adults and converts and clarifying basic tenets of the Faith; Catechism for First Communicants (1911), a wonderful question-and-answer tool that prepared children of the early twentieth century to understand Church teachings that many Catholics of today have forgotten; and Canon Henry Cafferata's The Catechism Simply Explained (1897), one of the most successful "short catechisms" for instructing the "spiritual" but not "religious" in the truths of the Church.Readers will recall the power and simplicity of the Baltimore Catechism in this volume's format while also appreciating the myriad of other questions this work addresses. In this keepsake they will also value: The reliable synthesis of faith and moralsThe reasons given for hope and for how we worshipThe concise yet comprehensive teachings on the sacramentsThe reflections on the Ten Commandments and the precepts of the ChurchThe continuity of Catholic doctrine across time and spaceThe collection of traditional Catholic prayers Whether you are a believer or looking to learn more about the Faith, these straightforward and power-packed works touch on key aspects of doctrine and provide a trusted guidepost on growing in the spiritual life.

Volume 14 - DEHARBE.This volume contains two catechisms by that most outstanding German catechist of the nineteenth century, Fr. Joseph Deharbe, S.J. First joining the Jesuit mission to Switzerland in 1840, Fr. Deharbe was widely regarded as a highly knowledgeable and engaging catechist and evangelist, and was soon asked to compose a new German-language catechism. His efforts yielded several brilliant catechisms for different levels of understanding, which were swiftly adopted by the episcopate of Germany and beyond. This volume reproduces two of his best-known works: later, more polished editions of the Small Catechism and the Complete Catechism of the Catholic Religion, written for children and adults, respectively. With characteristically German precision and clarity, Deharbe's catechisms fostered the faith of children and adults across an astounding span of time, in nearly every European language (and many others besides), and remain admirable for their sensible and endearing arrangement, brevity, and accuracy.

In the long history of the catechetical genre, texts originating from the New World occupy an understandably recent portion of the timeline. In this volume, we turn for the first time to the North American continent, reclaiming three successive forms of what came to be known as the "Quebec Catechism"--the most widely used official catechism in the Canadian provinces for nearly three centuries.The early evangelization of the Americas began in the same century as the Protestant Revolt, the Council of Trent, and major advances in mechanical printing, and it was not long before catechisms began to appear across the oceans. In addition to bringing European catechisms from overseas, members of the various Catholic missionary orders were dedicated to producing instructive works that were adapted to the new circumstances of the foreign missions. Missionary priests especially worked tirelessly, and often in concert with native speakers, to produce multi-language catechisms that could be employed within the far-flung territories in which the gospel was taking root. Considering the many challenges involved, they appeared with amazing rapidity; and in some cases, these books were the first ever printed in their respective languages--if not the first to be printed on the entire continent. Latin, vernacular, bilingual, and even trilingual catechisms were composed for Mexico (1539), India (1546), Japan (1570), Peru (1584), China (1584), Vietnam (1629), and Huronia (1632), to name a few. The latter deserves special mention here, as it was the work of the great Jesuit missionary priest St. Jean de Brebeuf (1593-1649) and forms the historical backdrop for the Canadian catechisms that are contained in this volume.

Volume 13 - GAUME Volume 4.This unique volume contains the final installment of Abbé Gaume's four- part Catechism of Perseverance, presenting the doctrine of the Faith through the lens of Catholic worship: the Church's many feasts and fasts, bells and blessings, vessels and vesture, signs and symbols, and all the varied rites and ceremonies that are generally referred to as "liturgy." From the richness of the Roman Mass to the significance of various altar furnishings and other blessed objects, Abbé Gaume relates the hidden significance of each; for, "ceremonies are mysterious acts... like a thin veil that lets one have a glimpse of things purely spiritual." In this volume, readers encounter the full significance of the age-old Catholic axiom: lex orandi, lex credendi--"the law of prayer is the law of belief"--as the author reveals how Catholic worship both contains and expresses divine truth, ensuring the integrity of right faith over time: "At all times, external worship has been brought forward to show to heretics the true doctrine of our Lord and the apostles."

For centuries, readers have been enthralled by the tales of the doomed Round Table, the mythical King Arthur, and the most cherished love story ever told - that of Guenevere his Queen and Sir Lancelot his greatest knight. However, a great mystery surrounds the author of this novel. Undeniable evidence indicates that his true identity was mistaken for centuries. In these enthralling pages, you will learn more about who the author was and the secret reason that he didn't seek any attention for himself. You will find out about the astonishing discovery of an older version of his masterpiece--the greatest 15th-century literary work in English--and the shocking place that it lay hidden for 700 years. While it is certain that Sir Thomas Malory was the author, there was more than one man with the same name living during this time period. Dr. Cecelia Linton separates the fact from fiction shrouding this enigma. She reveals answers to questions like: - Did the real author actually spend ten years in prison? - Was the author disinherited because he was considered a "byblow"? - What do clues such as his use of diction tell us about the author's identity? - Was the author of Le Morte Darthur really a member of the Order of the Knights Hospitallers? - Who helped inspire the quest for the Holy Grail? (You will be surprised!) - Do the author's characters and plot reflect his beliefs and lifestyle? Through Linton's exhaustive research and extensive findings, you will learn fascinating facts about Malory's family and their society. Most significantly, you will see actual documentation of the man who claimed authorship of Le Morte Darthur, along with pictures relating to his life. Linton further examines the possible sources for Malory's account, which is more famous than the original medieval French version. She relates how Malory adds his own special nuances and is most interested in the transformation of the soul. You will also delight in learning about Malory's craft and whether or not his life parallels that of Lancelot. Additionally, you will find out the astonishing connection between King Arthur and the Cistercians and appreciate monasticism--especially as reflected in the life of St. Bernard of Clairvaux--like never before. Above all, you will see the Faith shine through Malory's tales, as he highlights the sacred brotherhood and calling of the Knights' Order, esteemed healers and warriors.

In chapter after chapter, you will encounter men and women who were healed from debilitating traumas, panic attacks, or mood swings.Â

"This book is an invitation to sit at the feet of Jesus, our High Priest," Cardinal Sarah explains, "to allow ourselves to be renewed in our priesthood. At His feet and following in His footsteps, we learn to be priests, to let ourselves be formed in His image and likeness, and to enter fully into the Christian mysteries that we celebrate with faith."

If the greatest legacy of the Council of Baltimore in 1884 was the Baltimore Catechism, a close second was this definitive book of prayers. Issued in 1889 to fulfill that Council's call for an authoritative and comprehensive compilation of traditional prayers and devotions in English, this magnificent 832-page collection became the constant companion of laymen and clergy, and a devotional mainstay of families.

The Prayer Book for Tired Parents includes relatable, real-life reflections on the struggles that parents with young children face, as well as heartwarming stories on how they can make you a stronger parent and a better Catholic.

There are countless books about the sacraments -- but few books about sacramentals. These powerhouses of grace are often overshadowed but should not be overlooked. Here is the book that will help you understand various types of sacramentals and receive the abundant graces that flow from their use.

There simple yet elegant children's book, illustrated and written by the Benedictines of Mary, Queen of Apostoles describes the way of life as a nun.

In this timely and incisive book, John Bursch helps explain what the Catholic Church teaches about the human person and why modern culture's embrace of "gender ideology" is not only wrong but terribly dangerous for parents and families, female athletes, medical professionals -- and especially those experiencing gender confusion.

This powerful book tells the history of the heroic Catholics of Ireland who clung to the Faith through some of the worst persecutions in history. Their love of the Most Blessed Sacrament shines as an example for us all.

The Word who spoke, "Let there be light" into creation is the same Word who guarded the people of Israel as the "apple of His eye" (Deut 32:10), and who spoke, "You are the light of the world" (Mt 5:14) to His disciples. He speaks this same word to each of us, His children, who are bound by the darkness of self-rejection. From the beginning, the devil has sown lies and doubts into our hearts about our true identity and the Father's love and care for us. It is in the Father's gaze of love that we discover who we really are - His own beloved children, heirs to His kingdom, partakers of the Divine nature, and the very light of His eyes. In fact, His own light is within each of us - a light that radiates to a suffering world. The Son of God came into the world in order to set us free from the devil's lies, to show us who we are and what the Father's love for His children looks like. God speaks to His children's hearts and gives to each the graces they need in abundance, beckoning to us from the cross to receive what He is continually pouring out over us. We all have a story to tell - a story that is both unique and riveting. Through engaging our stories, we begin to discover a God who has entered into the very heart of our wounds, and who is waiting for us to encounter Him within our wounds, thereby discovering intimate love and healing. Mother Illiana invites you here to walk with her though a little part of her story - a journey from self-contempt to basking in the gaze of the Father's delight in me - the same delight with which He is gazing at you.

"In this monumental book by one of the Church's greatest contemporary defenders, Bill Donohue explains how the ruling class is systematically undermining the virtues that have built Western civilization and producing a "moral holocaust" that the traditional family cannot withstand. These radical elites have rejected the idea of personal sin and replaced it with social injustice. They've rejected traditional values and replaced them with a dangerously misguided individualism that is misusing our liberties to destroy freedom as we've known it.n his incomparable, no-holds-barred style, Donohue offers a commonsense solution to restoring the virtues in the workplace and defending universal morality. You will learn the hard-hitting truth about the dangers of multiculturalism, the "blame America" campaign, the Black Lives Matter movement, and Critical Race Theory...Through Donohue's incisive research and insights, you will also learn how today's public officials are failing even the highest achievers and how the victim mentality they propagate is hurting those who need help the most. Rich with historical sources, contemporary examples, Catholic teachings, and hero testimonies from Mother Teresa to Dorothy Day to athletes and social activists, Donohue's book arms readers with tools to stem the tide and restore authentic character, faith, and patriotism to our land"--Amazon.com.

It all started in an old bookstore in downtown Boston. There I picked up a book called "A Doctor at Calvary". It was a story that a French surgeon, Dr. Pierre Barbet had written, and the only reason I picked it up was that I was then in pre-med, and I thought it would be the surgeon's version of Jesus' crucifi xion. But it was more than that. It was about Jesus' burial cloth of which I had never heard. Seventeen years later, just as I started to read the Boston Sunday Globe, I saw the picture of this same cloth, the Shroud of Turin. It was 1978 and it was then, as a young physician that I began this pursuit as a young skeptic, always seeking the truth. And in the end, I came to an astonishing realization. It took a lifetime. For all who wonder if there is a God at work, if there is a spiritual world, if there is everlasting life, if there is a God who is true, keep wondering and keep reading.

"Here is the booklet that will teach your children how to pray the Rosary and make them love doing so."--Back cover

"Every time you pray these Stations, you will truly understand the abundant love that Jesus has for you. Through the sacred scenes, full-color illustrations, and revealing dialogue, children will draw ever closer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus."--Back cover

The Word who spoke, "Let there be light" into creation is the same Word who guarded the people of Israel as the "apple of His eye" (Deut 32:10), and who spoke, "You are the light of the world" (Mt 5:14) to His disciples. He speaks this same word to each of us, His children, who are bound by the darkness of self-rejection. From the beginning, the devil has sown lies and doubts into our hearts about our true identity and the Father's love and care for us. It is in the Father's gaze of love that we discover who we really are - His own beloved children, heirs to His kingdom, partakers of the Divine nature, and the very light of His eyes. In fact, His own light is within each of us - a light that radiates to a suffering world. The Son of God came into the world in order to set us free from the devil's lies, to show us who we are and what the Father's love for His children looks like. God speaks to His children's hearts and gives to each the graces they need in abundance, beckoning to us from the cross to receive what He is continually pouring out over us. We all have a story to tell - a story that is both unique and riveting. Through engaging our stories, we begin to discover a God who has entered into the very heart of our wounds, and who is waiting for us to encounter Him within our wounds, thereby discovering intimate love and healing. Mother Illiana invites you here to walk with her though a little part of her story - a journey from self-contempt to basking in the gaze of the Father's delight in me - the same delight with which He is gazing at you.

"You will learn the difference between mortal and venial sin (and how to avoid them!), how to prepare to make a good confession, and what it means to receive the power of God's healing love, grace, and mercy."--Back cover

In this book, Msgr. Laurence Spiteri speaks to the heart of God's people with a pastoral heart. In a time when much of our world is in turmoil - war, pandemics, societal unrest, and cultural upheaval - we are desperately in need of peace. By applying Sacred Scripture to situations presented in everyday living, Msgr. Spiteri offers us here the virtue of hope. He you not only with Sacred Scripture insights, but also with themes that cover Catechesis, Sacramentology, Patrology, Spirituality, and Mariology as they relate to living in our world immersed in turmoil and our souls seeking tranquility. Msgr. Spiteri also weaves a narrative which points to the answer of our search: stillness in God.

For the first time since World War II, the newly opened archives of the Vatican's Secretariat of State reveal the crucial role Pius XII and the Holy See played in trying to save Jews from capture and death during the war.

The world--indeed, the universe--is charged with grandeur. Everything speaks of its beauty, power, and purpose--of its exquisite and intelligent design. Yet many scientists today flatly deny that the world was intelligently designed. Even some Christian scientists and theologians downplay or deny the evidence nature supplies of intelligent design, especially in biology. This thought-provoking anthology shows why they are wrong, why it matters, and why intelligent design provides a compelling way to reconcile science and faith in today's culture. God's Grandeur challenges the claim that God's design in nature is hidden and cannot be detected. It presents convincing scientific evidence of intelligent design in cosmology, the origin of life, and biology. It clearsup common misunderstandings about how Catholic theology relates to debates over science, evolution, and intelligent design. Edited by biologist Ann Gauger, God's Grandeur features chapters by an array of distinguished Catholic scientists, philosophers, theologians, and laypeople, including Lehigh University biochemist Michael Behe, author of Darwin's Black Box and Darwin Devolves; award-winning brain surgeon Michael Egnor; noted theologian John Bergsma, author of Stunned by Scripture: How the Bible Made Me Catholic and A Catholic Introduction to the Bible: Old Testament; Fr. Pedro Barrajón, LC, Rector of the European University in Rome; Jay Richards, co-author of The Privileged Planet and editor of God and Evolution; Fr. Michael Chaberek, author of Aquinas and Evolution; Benjamin Wiker, author of The Catholic Church and Science and Director of Human Life Studies at Franciscan University of Steubenville; philosopher J. Budziszewski, author of numerous commentaries on works by Thomas Aquinas for Cambridge University Press; Bruce Chapman, co-founder and chairman of Discovery Institute; and Anthony Esolen, translator of Dante's Divine Comedy and author of Reclaiming Catholic Social Teaching, The Politically Incorrect Guide to Western Civilization, and other books.

This is an excellent book that offers insight into how the soul advances in God. It offersdescriptive information as to the stages of thoughts and motivations of the person moving from one stage of grace to the next. It also provides great insights on how to pray. Its orientation is on that of contemplative prayer sometimes referred to as mental prayer.

This powerhouse of a book masterfully vindicates the Church's rich teachings on matrimony, the priesthood, and religious life.

St. John Vianney, also known as the Cure' of Ars, was a priest in France who became internationally notable (even without modern communications) for his priestly and pastoral work in his parish because of the radical spiritual transformation of the community and its surroundings. The devil tempted him by assuming the form of a person. That chapter in the book is so exciting it makes the entire book worth while! On 4 August 1859, St. Vianney died at age 73. The bishop presided over his funeral with 300 priests and more than 6,000 people in attendance!

It is as a privileged witness that Guy Gaucher recounts this process which led the little Norman Carmelite to become the third woman in the history of the Church to receive this title.

When the medieval theologian Thomas Aquinas addressed the best arguments against God in his masterwork the Summa Theologica, he only listed two. The first was the problem of evil: How can God - who is perfectly good - exist alongside that which is against Him? His second argument: Is God really needed to explain the world? In this powerful book, Patrick Flynn ushers in the best arguments for God while addressing the strongest objections. This book is destined to become the apologetic gold standard for defending classical theism. He clearly identifies what is it stake, and then provides the reader with cogent, accessible, yet potent defenses to counter those arguments that atheists routinely make to justify their belief that there is no God.