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STORY OF A SOUL The Story of a Soul, better known to the English public as The Autobiography of St. Therese of Lisieux, was first published in 1898. Today it ranks amongst the greatest Christian spiritual classics and it has been translated into practically every well-known language. The Story of a Soul possesses in some degree a characteristic common both to the Gospels and The Imitation of Christ. Men and women open the book, often quite casually, and are caught by the vivid clarity or simple profundity of some sentence in such a way that their lives are completely changed. Translated from the critical edition by John Clarke, OCD, 3rd ed. (1997). Includes general and biblical index, with 8 pages of photos. Price: $14.00 Learn More | Purchase

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STORY OF A SOUL (STUDY EDITION) Shortly before she died, Thérèse Martin predicted that her “Little Way” to holiness would be an inspiration for countless people. Time has proved Thérèse’s prediction to be true. Since its publication, Story of a Soul has been translated into over fifty languages. It is acknowledged to be one of the great spiritual testimonies of all times and has inspired millions of readers from all walks of life. Father John Clarke’s acclaimed translation, first published in 1975 and now accepted as the standard throughout the English-speaking world, is a faithful and unaffected rendering of Thérèse’s own words from the original manuscripts. This study edition, prepared by Marc Foley, O.C.D., is designed to assist contemporary readers to apply the spiritual insights of Story of a Soul to their lives. It provides introductions, reflections and discussion questions for each chapter of the text. Price: $19.00 Learn More | Purchase

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THE COMPLETE THERESE The most comprehensive book of St Therese in print! A complete and engaging one-volume introduction to the saint known as the “Little Flower”. Following a thorough introduction to the saint’s life, The Complete Therese presents her classic, The Story of a Soul, in complete and unabridged form as well as a portion of the original edition rarely seen, describing the saint’s final days as seen through the eyes of the Sisters of the Lisieux Carmel; plus a poignant collection of over seventy firsthand anecdotes about Therese recounted by the Sisters following her death. Also included a comprehensive selection of prayers, letters, and poems written by Therese, and in both French and English, beautiful engravings and photographs, and more. See also: The Story of A Soul, The St Therese Prayer Book, St Therese the Little Flower Tee, and Carmelite "Little Flower" Starter Kit. Price: $25.00 Learn More | Purchase

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ST THERESE PRAYER BOOK The wisdom of St. Therese of Lisieux for all who want to pray. Millions of people know and adore St. Therese — the world’s most popular saint during the first half of the 20th century - from her autobiography, The Story of a Soul, an international bestseller. This warm, wise little book will help you to discover firsthand how to receive God’s presence and love. You will: Walk with Therese through days of humility, suffering, beauty, and spiritual sensitivity; and discover how, through prayer and growing faith, you too can follow your own Little Way to authentic Christian experience. How did this saint’s precious—even precocious—childhood devotion to God develop into such wisdom? Therese Martin entered a Carmelite convent at age 15 and died of tuberculosis at age 24. In that short time, her “little flower” of a life came into vibrant, spiritual bloom. See also: The Story of A Soul, The Complete Therese, St Therese the Little Flower Tee, and Carmelite "Little Flower" Starter Kit. Price: $16.00 Learn More | Purchase

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ST BENEDICT & ST THERESE: THE LITTLE RULE & THE LITTLE WAY St. Benedict and St. Therese stand as two of the monumental figures in the history of the Western Church. Their impact on Christian thought cannot be underestimated, yet never before have they been viewed as spiritual father and daughter. They were the “apostles of the ordinary” - two great saints, centuries apart, united in their appreciation of the little things. St. Benedict called his rule “a little Rule for beginners.” St. Therese called her way of spirituality “the little way.” By bringing the two of them together, we can see how to turn our ordinary day-to-day living into an extraordinary spiritual life. Benedict and Therese show us that God is in the little things. From his "little rule" to her "little way," these two great saints teach us to find ourselves in the ordinary. By Fr. Dwight Longenecker Price: $12.00 Learn More | Purchase

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THE PRACTICE OF THE PRESENCE OF GOD [CRITICAL EDITION] In this classic work, which has instructed and inspired millions, a humble 17th-century monk reveals the secrets of daily, moment-by-moment fellowship with God. "In the way of God, thoughts count very little," writes Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection, O.C.D., who spent much of his monastic life in the kitchen. "Love does it all." Full of realistic honesty, friendliness, and simplicity, Brother Lawrence shows that it is possible to meet God amongst the pots and pans--in the ordinary, daily events of life. The third centenary of the death of Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection inspired the Belgian Discalced Carmelite Conrad De Meester to present this new critical edition of Brother Lawrence's classic on the Practice of the Presence of God, including all of his letters, maxims, and conversations. This book also contains a detailed general introduction to the life and works of Brother Lawrence, as well as the testimonies of his biographer. Edited by Conrad De Meester, O.C.D., translated from the critical edition by Salvatore Sciurba, O.C.D., with a preface by Gerald E. May, Ph.D. Price: $13.00 Learn More | Purchase

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THE WAY OF PERFECTION St. Teresa of Avila, Doctor of the Church, is an unsurpassed teacher of Christian prayer and spirituality. In The Way of Perfection, St. Teresa gives practical counsels and advice on prayer, destined originally for the few nuns who embraced the reformed Carmelite life she established. As a handbook for spiritual formation, it presented them with the basic Christian spirituality undergirding their Constitutions and Rule. Over the centuries, the book's appeal has reached far beyond the walls of Carmelite monasteries, and The Way of Perfection has become a spiritual classic. St. Teresa's words, with their warm-hearted approach to Christian transformation, will help you look deeply into what it really means, sometimes in the smallest of details, to have a relationship with Jesus. Teresa lays out the time-tested path of Christian tranformation and union with God for those of us who will never be monastics, much less desert-dwelling hermits. Who among us does not need to know how to turn trouble into spiritual good, how to lovingly bear minor slights and major wounds, how to forgive and offer compassion? Impr. 271 pgs, PB Price: $18.00 Learn More | Purchase

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THE WAY OF PERFECTION [STUDY EDITION] St. Teresa of Avila is an unsurpassed teacher of Christian prayer and spirituality, and in The Way of Perfection she is at her best. St. Teresa gives practical counsels and advice on prayer, destined originally for the few nuns who embraced the reformed Carmelite life she established. As a handbook for spiritual formation, it presented them with the basic Christian spirituality undergirding their Constitutions and Rule. Over the centuries, the book's appeal has reached far beyond the walls of Carmelite monasteries, and The Way of Perfection has become a spiritual classic. More and more today, Teresa's instructions speak to all those interested in prayer, providing them with basic guidelines for praying and showing how to avoid potential pitfalls. The principles and teachings in Teresa's book, first presented within the limited horizons of her own situation, clearly lend themselves to broader applications, and can work well in all walks of life. This study edition-with its introduction, commentary, notes, discussion questions, and glossary-provides what is needed to assist contemporary readers in making these applications and delving more deeply into the text's spiritual riches. Prepared by Kieran Kavanaugh, O.C.D. Price: $15.00 Learn More | Purchase

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THE INTERIOR CASTLE [THE MANSIONS] St. Teresa of Jesus, also known as St. Teresa of Avila, is one of the most popular Doctors of the Church. Her teaching on prayer has continued to inspire and guide Christians in their spiritual journeys for over four hundred years. In The Interior Castle St. Teresa describes the road by which she was led, well aware that the others may be led in a different way. In the heavenly Father’s house, there are many mansions; not only seven, and many paths lead to them. What gives the work such high value is, that it is the result of a most searching inquiry into the various phases whereby a soul is gradually transformed into the likeness of God Himself. Here St. Teresa is at her best. She takes nothing for granted, her own personal experiences are admitted only after having been fully investigated and found to be consistent one with the other, and conformable to the teaching of the Church and the words of Holy Scripture. Price: $16.50 Learn More | Purchase

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THE INTERIOR CASTLE [STUDY EDITION] The Interior Castle is more than a book. It is a powerful image of the mystery of the human person. It is the soul of St. Teresa of Avila, who journeys through the castle from one dwelling place to another mapping out a feminine, yet warlike, program for the Christian spiritual life. It is also the last book Teresa wrote: in 1577, five years before she died, she recorded, to the best of her knowledge, the experiences for which she praised God. Reading Teresa herself is indispensable. The authors of this study edition designed it as a springboard to reading and understanding Teresa’s text. They present a chapter of Teresa’s book, followed by a review of the progress of her thought and the principal ideas in each chapter. Next they give interpretive notes: doctrinal, historical, and sociological. Then because Teresa wanted her writings to be in harmony with sacred Scripture, they point out scriptural texts that support her ideas. Finally, the authors show how teachings of the present-day Church demonstrate both how Teresa's basic notions were correct and how we can apply her principles to our times. Translated by Kieran Kavanaugh, O.C.D. and Otilio Rodriguez, O.C.D. Prepared by Kieran Kavanaugh, O.C.D. and Carol Lisi, O.C.D.S. Price: $27.00 Learn More | Purchase

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THE COLLECTED WORKS OF ST JOHN OF THE CROSS The fourth centenary of the death of St. John of the Cross inspired this revised edition of the English translation of his writings. The result is an edition that preserves the true meaning of the great mystic's writings, presents them as clearly as possible, and at the same time gives the reader the doctrinal and historical information that will lead to a deeper understanding and appreciation of the teachings of the Mystical Doctor. Includes: The Ascent of Mount Carmel, The Dark Night of the Soul, The Spiritual Canticle, The Living Flame of Love, Special Counsels, Letters, Poetry, and more. Price: $19.00 Learn More | Purchase

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WELCOME TO THE SECULAR ORDER OF DISCALCED CARMELITES This book is a collection of Fr. Aloysius Deeney's conferences presented to the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelite (OCDS) members worldwide. The author is notable for his enormous understanding and knowledge about the Secular branch of the Order. Though his most practical and insightful talks are primarily directed to OCDS members, this is a "must read" book for all of those who are interested in the lay branch of the Order of Discalced Carmelites, Carmelite spirituality, or lay monasticism in general. Price: $10.00 Learn More | Purchase