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Fr. Hubert McEvoy, S.J., offers a comprehensive guide to the Sacrament of Confession, providing step-by-step preparations and thanksgivings to deepen your experience. This classic compendium helps you develop a firm resolution, make reparation for sins, and become more receptive to God's grace. Through reflections on Scripture and meditations from esteemed spiritual authors, you'll learn practical advice for making a good confession, focusing on core faults, and managing emotions. Whether you're a recent convert or regularly confess, this book aims to renew your appreciation for God's abundant mercy.

Devotions for Confession | eBook

Opening Credits

Dedication

What Is This Book About

The Christian Life

The Family and the Home

Making the Little Oratory in the Home

The Liturgical Year

On Learning to Pray with a Breviary

Getting Closer to God's Word

Devotion

Praying the Rosary

Who Prays and Who Leads Prayer in the Little Oratory

Difficulties You May Have

Transform the Home, Transform the World

Go Forth

Devotion to Mary and the Saints

The Jesus Prayer

The Sacred Heart

Patterns in the Church's Liturgy

Applying Beautiful Patterns in Business

Bringing the Little Oratory to the Community

Even You Can Sing

Natural Wonders at the Prayer Table

Resources for Prayer Life in the Home

About the Authors

Closing Credits

Bring peace and holy order to your home by reclaiming an ancient tradition: the family’s little oratory. With simple steps, create a visible sign of prayer in your house that connects family life with the life of the Church. Discover how sacred art, feasts, and devotions can draw everyone closer to God, make prayer feel natural for children, and transform even busy days into opportunities for grace—turning your home into a true little bit of heaven on earth.

The Little Oratory

The most up-to-date “catechism” in print! For the first time in over fifty years, a Catholic bishop has published his own comprehensive presentation of the Faith—what to believe, how to live, and how to pray as Christ taught. 

Credo | eBook

Publisher's Preface

Author's Preface

 Introduction

Part 1 - Faith - Believing Truly

The Blessed Trinity

Creation

The Angels

The Messiah Promised

The Messiah Prepared For

The Incarnation

The Blessed Virgin

The Life of Christ

The Passion

The Resurrection

The Ascension

The Second Coming

The Holy Spirit

The Church - 1 of 2

The Church - 2 of 2

The Forgiveness of Sins

The Resurrection of the Body

The Life Everlasting

Part 2 - Morals - Acting Rightly

Human Acts

The Moral Law

Virtue

Faith

Hope

Charity

The Moral Virtues

The Capital Sins

Temptation

Commandments in General

First Commandment

Second Commandment

Third Commandment

Fourth Commandment

Fifth Commandment

Sixth and Ninth Commandments

Seventh and Tenth Commandments

Eighth Commandment

First Precept of the Church

Second Precept of the Church

Third and Fourth Precepts of the Church

Fifth and Sixth Precepts of the Church

Evangelical Counsels

The Beatitudes

Part 3 - Worship - Being Holy

Grace

Justification and Merit

Prayer in General

Life of Prayer

Principal Prayers

Sacraments in General

Baptism

Confirmation

Eucharist - 1 of 2

Eucharist - 2 of 2

Penance

Anointing of the Sick

Holy Orders

Marriage

Sacramentals

Sacred Liturgy

Sacred Space

Sacred Objects

Sacred Time

Devotions

End Credits

Credo

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Satan and Exorcisms - eBooks

Foreword

Introduction

Types of Depression and Their Causes

Depression and the Spiritual Life

Depression and Related Disorders

Depression and the Tragedy of Suicide

Medication and Other Biological Treatments

Psychotherapy - Its Benefits and Limitations

Spiritual Help for Depression

Divine Filiation and the Virtue of Hope

About the Author

Dr. Aaron Kheriaty, a Catholic psychiatrist, offers an integrative approach to understanding and treating depression. He combines modern psychological and pharmacological treatments with spiritual guidance and the Sacraments, drawing from Church teachings and the wisdom of saints. This resource helps distinguish depression from other mental and spiritual states, providing a comprehensive path to healing and renewed hope.

The Catholic Guide to Depression

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Chapter 7

Chapter 8

Chapter 9

Chapter 10

Chapter 11 Epilogue

James Day explores the teachings of Pope Benedict XVI, revealing his insights on combating the modern challenges of secularism, materialism, and individualism. With a focus on faith formation, personal vocation, and the New Evangelization, he highlights Benedict’s call for a sacramental return to Christ. Through his writings and wisdom, Benedict offers a clear path forward, presenting a compelling case for the Christian life in an age of increasing godlessness.

Father Benedict

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Episode 139 - Peace not Panic We have this tendency that we want to fix or clean-up certain things first before we let the Lord in. We are afraid that our place, our lives are messy—that it can be too much for anyone even for God to handle. But God is NOT panicking, he's completely in control. He's not afraid or scandalized of how messy our lives are, he actually comes for the mess. He isn't waiting for us to get it together, he wants to come and the way we get things together is by Him coming to our lives, we just have to let him in. This episode is the third part of the series on Emmanuel: An Advent Devotional that talks about how we can ask the Lord to take our panic and give His us peace. An invitation for us to let God in to our lives regardless of the mess. ✝️ If you want to follow along with our upcoming advent series, you can get your copy of Emmanuel: An Advent Devotional (by Fr. Angelus Montgomery, CFR, and Sr. Karolyn Nunes, FSGM,) at https://ydisciple.shop/products/emmanuel 🛒 You can also grab your Poco a Poco Merchandise at pocomerch.com!

Peace not Panic

Dcn. Jacob and Fr. Sean discuss how not all knowledge is equal and that there is a proper ordering of knowledge. They are concerned with showing that the material and technological sciences do not supersede ethical, moral or theological truth.

Order Up

Who would have thought algebra and data could be the key to discernment? 

Fr. Mike explains that the discernment journey isn’t always about having this epiphany moment where your life’s purpose immediately becomes clear to you. 

Figuring out what God’s will is for you sometimes requires a step-by-step process where you gather data, so you can come closer to the answer you’re looking for. 

That’s how Fr. Mike found his vocation as a priest. 

It required a lot prayer, time in adoration, talking with others, and visits to seminaries. Only once he gathered enough data to be able to “solve for x” was he certain that the priesthood was the right choice. <a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast</a>

Data-Driven Discernment

God wants you to be holy, so he is going to set you on a path of purification if you choose to do his will. He is the one who is going to make you holy. This process is going to strip away many things you hold dear. It’s going to require active participation in his will, doing what is right and good. But it’s also going to require passive acceptance of things that are out of your control. See everything you do and experience as a chance to grow in holiness, and God will make you into a saint. <a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast</a>

How Does Purification Work?

After experiencing a lot of misunderstandings about what mass intentions and mass offerings are, Fr. Jacob and Fr. Sean dive into the history and theology of the Mass as a sacrifice and how the benefits of that sacrifice are dispersed through mass intentions.

Intentional Sacrifice

Fr. Sean and Fr. John reflect on Our Lady of Lourdes in light of her feast day coming up. Additionally, they reflect on Mary, Mother of the Eucharist in light of a triptych that Fr. Sean helped make. Tune in to hear about the apparitions at Lourdes as well as the title we give to Mary as Mother of the Eucharist and what these mean for us today.

A Reflection on Mary

Episode 75 - Trust Comes From Relationship, This episode kicks off a four-part series on a new retreat based on the Litany of Trust from the Sisters of Life. You can get yourself a copy of the book at https://stpaulcenter.com/trust10/ There are some virtues we can work on and grow in—but trust isn't like that. It's not your own project. You don't work on it directly, because it's the fruit of relationship with the Lord. If you want to develop more trust, focus first on that relationship; on conversion, on healing, on experiencing his goodness alive in you. Because the more you get to know God, the more you find that he is good and worthy of your trust. When you have a chance to trust him (you know the kind of moment), hear him speak gently to you through this line from Sr Faustina: "I don't want you to give you 'yes' to a set of circumstances, but to me." The Poco a Poco podcast happens because of generous donors like you. You can give at https://spiritjuice.org/supportpoco. Thank you!

Trust Comes From Relationship

Three Part Sanctuary

Episode 237 - Restoring Communion, Series on the Sons in the Son (Part 2) What does it mean to be restored, sons and daughters? How do we begin? Jesus was always in prayer, and we are invited to do the same. This is why restoration should begin with the gift of prayer and communion with God. We would also need to create a space for restoration and have the sensitivity and receptivity to be in a deeper communion with God. In this episode, we continue our 40-day journey to the reconsecration of Our Lady of Guadalupe and try to learn how we can listen to God more deeply and restore our realities as sons and daughters of God. Check out the Sons in the Son at https://www.kofc.org/poco The Poco a Poco podcast happens because of many generous donors, including recurring monthly donations of any amount. Thinking about helping out? You can give at https://spiritjuice.org/supportpoco. Thank you! 🛒 You can also grab your Poco a Poco Merchandise at pocomerch.com!

Restoring Communion

Preface

A Little Prince of the North

The Road to Damascus

The Pilgrim

The Friendship of a Bishop

The First Companions

A New Order in the Church

Spreading Like a Great Fire

On the Way to Becoming Bishop

Archbishop Norbert

A Time of Trials

In an age of chaos and reform, St. Norbert of Xanten turned from worldly prestige to a life of radical holiness, calling priests to virtue and lifting high the Eucharist to scatter spiritual darkness. This gripping account captures his bold conversion, fearless preaching, miraculous encounters, and enduring role in renewing the Church. Through vivid storytelling and rare prayers, it invites readers to follow this tireless pilgrim on his path of reform, exorcism, and Eucharistic devotion.

The Eternal Pilgrim

In this thought-provoking podcast, Fr. John proposes the question, &quot;Am I living my Catholic faith in the world as a utopian or an eschatological thinker?&quot;. Tune in as he and Fr. Sean discuss the damaging effects of trying to build a utopia within a society and how the real utopia is not of this world.

Eschatology and Utopia

How do Catholics interpret Scripture? Fr. Mike breaks down the three basic principles for interpreting Scripture: attentiveness to the content and unity of the whole Bible, reading Scripture within the living Tradition of the Church, and attentiveness to the analogy of Faith. These criteria allow the Church to interpret Scripture accurately and prevent us from taking Scripture out of context. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs are 109-114. 

This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy

Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Day 15: Interpreting Scripture (2026)

Episode 74 - A Holy Hiding For 30 years, Jesus lived quietly in Nazareth with Mary and Joseph; his "hidden" years. Through his normal day-to-day living of going to school and having friends and putting in a hard day's work, Jesus made sacred the hidden space. That hidden space is where most of us live most of our lives—out of the public eye, going about our everyday without much notice by others. Hidden from the world, but absolutely seen by the Father in that uniquely silent space that is set apart. In our busyness, we need to follow Jesus into that place with his Father. It's different than running away. It's not hiding from our problems… it's hiding with the Lord. It's a holy kind of hiding. What does this mean for mission? During those private decades, Jesus knew his mission and was patient in waiting for it. He didn't rush. And so for us, Nazareth gives us permission to let the Lord lead; to let the Lord form us. It's ok that this takes time. Starting next week: a series on the Litany of Trust (from the Sisters of Life). If you want to follow along, you can buy the book here: https://stpaulcenter.com/trust10/ The Poco a Poco podcast happens because of generous donors like you. You can give at https://spiritjuice.org/supportpoco. Thank you!

A Holy Hiding

This week's topic is inspired by the writings of political philosopher, Augusto Del Noce. Fr. John &amp; Dcn. Jacob discuss the dangers and consequences that are a result of living in a culture that has mistaken authority for power.

Power and Authority

Survival.  Importance.  Agency. Goodness.  Mission.  Authentic expression.  These are the six integrity needs that Dr. Peter came up with over decades of work with Catholics.  In this episode, we define integrity and integrity needs, we discuss how so many children are forced to choose which needs will be met and which will be denied.   We cover each of the six integrity needs in depth, we explore the hierarchy of integrity needs, and we discuss what kinds of parts are especially focused on each integrity need.  Then Dr. Peter lays out how we can meet our parts integrity needs, and we have a 19-minute experiential exercise to help you connect with your parts’ integrity needs.   For the full video experience with visuals, graphics, and discussion in the comments section, check us out on our YouTube channel here:  <a href="http://www.youtube.com/@InteriorIntegration4Catholics">www.youtube.com/@InteriorIntegration4Catholics</a>

161 Integrity: That You Be One Inside

Where Does the Soul Go When the Soul Leaves the Body?

The Soul Reaches Eternal Life

The Admirable Logic of Purgatory

The Pains of Purgatory - The Fire

The Different Areas or the States of Purgatory

The Pain of Purgatory to Atone for Each Sin

The Supernatural State of the Souls in Purgatory and Their Charity toward Us

The Joys of Purgatory

The Communion of Saints

Duties to Intercede for the Souls in Purgatory

The Suffrages for the Souls in Purgatory

Suffrages for the Souls in Purgatory - Prayer

The Souls in Purgatory Protect Us

The Joy of the Soul in Coming out from Purgatory

The Ascension of the Soul from Time into Eternity

In the Star-Filled Firmament, the Power and Wisdom of God

In the Regions of the Spirit - Among the Choirs of Angels

The Mountains of the Earth and the Angelic Thrones

The Archangels, the Angels, and the Guardian Angels

In the Glorious Choir of the Saints

In the Splendor of Virginity

Fr. Dolindo Ruotolo, renowned for his Surrender Prayer, offers profound insights into the soul's journey after death. He discusses the realities of Purgatory and Heaven, emphasizing the impact of sin and the importance of prayers and sacrifices for the Holy Souls. Through true stories and mystical experiences, Fr. Dolindo provides guidance on preparing for a holy death and highlights Our Lady's unique role in leading souls to eternal glory.

The Afterlife