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THE PRIEST IS NOT HIS OWN & CALVARY AND THE MASS Two of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen's best-selling books have been brought together in one special collection.The Priest Is Not His Own is far more than a book for priests or for those considering the priesthood as a vocation. In these penetrating, deeply pondered discussions of the priesthood, Bishop Fulton J. Sheen has produced a work of lasting value, a book that will perhaps change many hundreds of lives, and certainly a book that will also interest readers who have no direct concern with the priesthood as a calling. Inspiration for this ...

THE HOLY FACE AND THE LITTLE WAY A Devotional Mission with Fulton J. Sheen and St. Thérèse of Lisieux Discover the Holy Face of Jesus with St. Thérèse of Lisieux and Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen One of the most powerful but hidden devotions in the Catholic tradition is the Devotion to the Holy Face of Jesus. Promoted by saints, popes, and mystics, it offers the faithful a way to make reparation for sin, deepen Eucharistic love, and discover God’s mercy shining through the suffering face of Christ. In this new devotional book, Al Smith (compiler of The Best-Selling Fulton Sheen Anthology...

We’ve recorded some 400+ stories since 2015 here at HorrorBabble. This collection comprises some of our very favorites. From Blackwood's evocative "The Transfer", through to Smith's terrifying visit to the vaults of Yoh-Vombis, there’s something here to strike fear into the heart of any horror enthusiast....

Enjoy nine (9) of Fulton J. Sheen's most treasured books on the Seven Last Words brought together into this one special collection. During the 1930s and ’40s, Fulton Sheen was the featured speaker on The Catholic Hour radio broadcast, and millions of listeners heard his radio addresses each week. His topics ranged from politics and the economy to philosophy and man’s eternal pursuit of happiness. Possessing a burning zeal to dispel the myths about Our Lord and His Church, Sheen gave a series of powerful presentations on Christ’s Passion and His seven last words from the Cross. As a ...

Four powerful missions. One complete journey with Fulton J. Sheen. Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen’s timeless wisdom has inspired millions to deeper prayer and love of Christ. Now, for the first time, his Mission Series is gathered into one collected volume — a treasury of over 100 meditations chosen from his most powerful writings and reflections. Each meditation invites you to pause, ponder, and pray — offering a rich opportunity for your own mini retreat at home or moments of quiet reflection throughout the year. In these pages, you will discover: The Holy Face and the Little Way – ...

What if Good Friday is not only the story of suffering… but the place where hope begins? From the Cross, Jesus spoke seven short sentences. They were spoken into history — but they were meant for your life. In this book, Allan Smith leads readers through 21 deeply personal meditations inspired by the preaching of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, helping us hear Christ’s final words not as distant echoes, but as living invitations. Here you will discover: • mercy that speaks before you ask • hope offered to the worst sinner • a Mother given in the hour of loss • faith when heaven ...

THE CROSS AND THE LAST WORDS Meditations with Fulton J. Sheen on Calvary and the Interior Life “For I am determined to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ, and Him crucified.” (1 Corinthians 2:2) Few themes captured the heart of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen like the Seven Last Words of Christ. For fifty-eight consecutive Good Fridays, he preached on these final utterances from Calvary, drawing countless souls to the mystery of the Cross. In this moving third volume of The Sheen Mission Series, Allan Smith gathers Sheen’s most profound reflections on the Passion of Christ. These ...

Life does not feel simple anymore. Anxiety is common. Faith feels fragile. Many Catholics know what the Church teaches — but no longer know how to live it. In Life Is Still Worth Living, bestselling author and broadcaster Allan Smith presents a modern catechism written not for scholars, but for wounded hearts. Drawing from decades of radio ministry, parish missions, and deep immersion in the wisdom of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, Smith offers a pastoral companion for anyone seeking meaning in a noisy, broken world. This is not a book of quotations, but a book of counsel — practical, ...

“Behold your mother” (John 19:27). With these words from the Cross, Our Lord entrusted Mary to us—not only as His Mother, but as our own. In this moving volume of The Sheen Mission Series, Al Smith invites readers to journey with the Blessed Virgin Mary at the foot of Calvary. Through Scripture, tradition, and the timeless wisdom of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, Behold Your Mother reveals how Mary’s presence at the Cross continues to transform souls, families, and the Church. This book is more than just devotional reflections—it is a mission of reparation. Within these pages, you ...

The Cross & The Crib. When Calvary Becomes the Nursery. A Journey of Discovery with Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen In this special collection of writings, Archbishop Sheen presents an array of meditations on Our Blessed Lord’s words spoken from the Cross; "Woman behold your son; behold your Mother (John 19:26-27).” This anthology contains sixteen reflections taken from nine of Sheen’s best-selling books. These meditations offer insightful perspectives regarding the role of the Blessed Virgin Mary in salvation history, and the theology behind the term “spiritual adoption”. Woman, ...

Christmas does not end on December 25 — it begins. In The Twelve Days of Christmas and More, readers are invited to remain with the mystery of Christ’s birth and to enter more deeply into the meaning of the season as the Church celebrates it in full. Drawing upon the rich symbolism of the traditional Twelve Days of Christmas, this devotional volume uncovers the spiritual and catechetical treasures hidden within Christmastide. With pastoral warmth and theological clarity inspired by the writings of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, these meditations reveal how the faith has always been taught ...

“My God! My God! Why Hast Thou Forsaken Me?” (Matt. 27:46) Meditations on the Fourth Word from the Cross by Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen For years, Archbishop Sheen gave a series of powerful presentations on Christ’s Passion and His seven last words from the Cross. As a Scripture scholar, Archbishop Sheen knew full well the power contained in preaching Christ crucified. With St. Paul, he could say, “For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified” (1 Cor. 2:2). During his last recorded Good Friday address in 1979, Archbishop Sheen spoke of having given ...

LORD, SHOW US THY FACE AND WE SHALL BE SAVED A Mission of Light, Truth and Transformation “The greatest love story of all time is contained in a tiny white Host.” — Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen believed that the renewal of the Church and the healing of the world would come through Eucharistic adoration. For over sixty years, he kept a daily Holy Hour before the Blessed Sacrament, urging priests, religious, and laypeople to do the same. In this fourth and final volume of The Sheen Mission Series, Allan Smith invites you to join Sheen in this mission of ...

The Cross & The Crib. When Calvary Becomes the Nursery. A Journey of Discovery with Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen In this special collection of writings, Archbishop Sheen presents an array of meditations on Our Blessed Lord’s words spoken from the Cross; "Woman behold your son; behold your Mother (John 19:26-27).” This anthology contains fifteen reflections taken from nine of Sheen’s best-selling books. These meditations offer insightful perspectives regarding the role of the Blessed Virgin Mary in salvation history, and the theology behind the term “spiritual adoption”. Woman, ...

Advent and Christmas with Fulton J. Sheen A Devotional Journey of Waiting, Welcoming, and Living the Mystery Experience Advent and Christmas through the timeless wisdom of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. This devotional companion draws upon Sheen’s beloved writings — including Christmas Inspirations and Life of Christ— and weaves them with new reflections, prayers, and meditations. It is designed to guide individuals, families, and parishes from the season of waiting in Advent to the joy of Christmas. Inside you will find: Over 50 Daily meditations rooted in Scripture and Sheen’s ...

LIVE THE GRACE OF YOUR BAPTISMAL CALLING At the moment of your baptism, God claimed you as His own and anointed you to share in the mission of His Son — to offer sacrifice, proclaim truth, and lead with the heart of Christ the King. This identity is not symbolic but a real participation in Christ’s life and work. In this concise and inspiring abridged edition of Priest, Prophet & King, Allan Smith offers a clear pathway to rediscovering the dignity and power of your baptism. Drawing on Sacred Scripture, the wisdom of the saints, and the luminous teaching of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, ...

Enter the quiet mystery of Christmas with this prayerful collection of meditations. The Christmas Hour is a devotional journey through the three holy seasons of Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany—the sacred arc of longing, wonder, and revelation through which the Church contemplates the coming of Our Lord. Across more than 100 meditations, Allan Smith guides readers into the stillness where Christ is born anew in the soul. Drawing from Scripture, the wisdom of the saints, and the insights of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, these reflections help you enter more deeply into the beauty of Bethlehem...

Priest, Prophet & King – Living Your Baptismal Mission of Love and Service Every baptized Catholic is called to share in the threefold mission of Jesus Christ — to sanctify, to proclaim the truth, and to serve in love. In this inspiring guide to Catholic formation and missionary discipleship, author Allan J. Smith draws on Sacred Scripture, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and the timeless wisdom of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen to help readers rediscover the grace and power of their baptismal identity. Rooted in deep faith yet written in a clear, accessible style, Priest, Prophet & ...

In this insightful book, you will find the collective wisdom of 15 international thought leaders, scattered across three continents and multiple industries, as they share their best strategies for building influence and authority. Covering everything from video and print media to social media and consulting, Authority lets you inside the minds of experts who have built their own authority and helped countless others do the same.

China can easily boast of its great martial traditions, which many would say is the richest in the world. There are a variety of styles from the north to the south that encompass an extensive repertoire of open-hand and weapon techniques. The ten chapters in this anthology illustrated this wide spectrum. Mark Wiley’s interview with Hou Faxiang presents a fundamental healing modality famous in China — qigong, the nourishing and practical use of internal energy. Its theory and practice is entwined in many martial art styles. In chapters two and three, Robert W. Smith, introduces us to two...