Dynamic Catholic Product Catalog | Fall 2020

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Life doesn’t turn out the way we expect. We all live unexpected lives.

Time to decide how to live your unexpected life. Wherever you are, whatever you’re feeling, however life has surprised and disappointed, I want to remind you: The best is yet to come!

- I Heard God Laugh by Matthew Kelly

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The Road of Hope Francis Xavier Nguyen Van Thuan Cardinal Francis Xavier Nguyen Van Thuan is one of the most inspiring voices of the twentieth century, a true modern-day hero. During a time of political unrest in Vietnam, he was arrested for his faith and spent the next thirteen years in prison, enduring harsh treatment and deplorable conditions. He spent nine of those thirteen years in solitary confinement.

During those long years of isolation and imprisonment, instead of giving in to despair and self-pity, Van Thuan learned his greatest lesson. He found God in the darkness; he was never alone, never without comfort.

He discovered that his life still had purpose, even in the midst of incredible suffering. He began using scraps of paper to compose messages of hope and courage for his fellow believers, which were smuggled out and eventually published. These short messages of encouragement—1,001 in total—were instantly popular with the Vietnamese people, many of whom also knew what it was like to suffer for their faith.

These messages of hope have passed through barbed wire, traveled across oceans, and been handed down over many years to speak to your heart today to offer you hope and light for your path.

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The Wisdom of Pope Francis Matthew Kelly When the new pope stepped out onto the balcony on March 13, 2013, nobody could have imagined how this man in simple white vestments would capture the world’s attention. Before he proclaimed the traditional blessing on those gathered in St. Peter’s Square, he bowed his head and asked the people to pray for him.

This single gesture told the world that this pope was a man eager to listen and ready to engage the whole world in a conversation that is both ancient and fresh. The Wisdom of Pope Francis is a collection of his most inspiring, accessible, and challenging ideas. Journey with him through the year as he leads you deeper into the heart of God. You could spend hundreds of hours reading the writings and speeches of Pope Francis, but here in your hands you have the heart and soul of his message. With an outstanding introduction by Matthew Kelly - one of the great thought-leaders of our time - this collection has been carefully curated to provide you with a powerful experience. Read, reflect, and allow these words to transform you into a-better-version-of-yourself.

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The Wisdom of Fulton Sheen Matthew Kelly Fulton Sheen was one of the greatest communicators to ever live. “Life is worth living!” he is famous for reminding millions of television viewers each week. He was literally the face of Catholicism in the United States for forty years.

In this beautiful collection of inspiring quotes from Sheen’s life and works we are given a unique glimpse into the heart, mind, and soul of this incredible man. With each turn of the page, it is easy to see why his practical and hopeful messages inspired so many people and continue to inspire so many today. The Wisdom of Fulton Sheen is a powerful collection of writings that will encourage you to think differently about who you are, what God is calling you to next, and what priorities will lead you to the peace and purpose you desire.

Allow Fulton Sheen to counsel you and coach you, to guide you and inspire you. Sooner or later we all rise or fall to the level of our friendships.

Invite him into your life, make him one of your trusted friends and he will elevate many aspects of your life.

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Coach Matthew Kelly

Whether you coach a team, you’re a parent, you’re a CEO, or you simply want what’s best for your friends and family—you are a coach. And as a coach, it is your duty to help the people you love become the-best-version-of-themselves.

Behind every great athlete is a string of great coaches. Behind every game-winning play, you’ll find a coach demanding better. Behind every grueling stride toward the finish line, you’ll find a coach pushing, sweating, encouraging. Behind every difficult life decision made—and made well—you’ll find a coach who knows what reaching your true potential looks like.

Within these pages, you’ll find encouragement and wisdom from the world’s greatest coaches and athletes—including Vince Lombardi, John Wooden, Muhammad Ali, and more—to help you coach with great courage and to be coached with great humility.

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Writers Inspiring Writers Matthew Kelly

Anyone who has ever tried to write regularly knows how difficult it can be at times. Getting started is perhaps the hardest part of all. We all need to be inspired from time to time, or perhaps it is that we all need a little inspiration every day.

This is a collection of inspirational and educational quotes from hundreds of writers designed to provide the daily inspiration required to start writing, to keep writing, to access your best ideas, and to have the courage to write them boldly.

The creative process is different for every writer, but every writer benefits from learning about how other writers approach a project or simply tackle the day. Writers Inspiring Writers is a fabulous companion for any writer!

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Why Am I Here?

Matthew Kelly

Max was a curious boy. He was curious about other countries, he was curious about animals and nature, and he was curious about life. One day while he is fishing with his Grandpa, Max stumbles upon the ultimate question, Why am I here? His Grandfather suggests that Max is here to become the-best-version-of-himself! In the days and weeks that follow, Max begins to notice when he is and when he is not celebrating thebest-version-of-himself. This single idea becomes the touchstone for his decision-making, begins to guide his words and actions, and fosters a remarkable self-awareness. Why am I Here? Is a remarkable lesson for children of all ages about living with passion and purpose.

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The Advent of Christmas Matt Maher

Award-winning musician Matt Maher’s first ever children’s book, originally written to help pass on the faith to his own children, now gives parents and children everywhere a chance to transform the frenzied countdown to Christmas into a time of eager anticipation for Jesus.

The Advent of Christmas is a fun, inspiring, and educational book that explores the meaning of Advent and Christmas in a fresh way. Perfect for families to read aloud, the memorable rhymes and colorful illustrations will help children experience for themselves the peace and joy of the holiday season.

In a world that has reduced the weeks leading up to Christmas to a wearisome commercial spectacle, this book invites us to slow down, simplify, and remember what Christmas is all about. Together with the author’s first Christmas album, The Advent of Christmas will enrich your family’s celebrations year after year.

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Matthew Kelly has dedicated his life to helping people and organizations become the-best-version-of-themselves. Born in Sydney, Australia, he began speaking and writing in his late teens while he was attending business school. Since that time, 4 million people have attended his seminars and presentations in more than 50 countries.

Today, Kelly is an internationally acclaimed speaker, author, and business consultant. His books have been published in more than 25 languages, have appeared on the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestseller lists, and have sold more than 20 million copies.

To learn more about Matthew, visit: MatthewKelly.com

MATTHEW KELLY I Heard God Laugh Matthew Kelly Is your life working? Most of us are trying to put together the jigsaw puzzle we call life without a very important piece. Over time this becomes incredibly frustrating. In this extraordinary book, Matthew Kelly powerfully demonstrates that we cannot live the life we have imagined, or experience the joy we yearn for, unless we learn to tend the soul. From there, with his classic style of practical wisdom, he teaches us how to remedy this problem.

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Rediscover the Saints Matthew Kelly We are capable of so much more than we think.

God is constantly trying to open our eyes to the amazing possibilities that he has enfolded in our being. The saints continue this work, encouraging us to explore all our God-given potential with the example of their lives. This is not just another book about the saints. Both personal and practical, this book proves the saints are not long gone, but alive and well— and ready to join you on your journey!

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Rediscover Catholicism Matthew Kelly Discover why Catholicism is not a lifeless set of rules and regulations, but a way of life designed

by God to help each person reach his or her full potential. Rediscover Catholicism takes us on an adventure of life-changing proportions.

Beginning with our common yearning for happiness, Kelly reveals the essence of authentic Catholic spirituality while addressing some of the most important questions we face today both as individuals and as a Church.

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MATTHEW KELLY Resisting Happiness Matthew Kelly Are you happy? It may be the wrong question.

Most of us think we are relatively happy, while knowing that we could be happier. Ordinary people and the finest philosophers have been exploring the question of happiness for thousands of years, and theories abound. But this is not a book of theory. Resisting Happiness is a deeply personal, disarmingly transparent look at why we sabotage our own happiness and what to do about it.

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Rediscover Jesus Matthew Kelly How well do you know Jesus? The best time to rediscover Jesus is right now. I don’t know what God has in store for you, but I am excited for you. There are some questions that we all ask ourselves in different ways: Who am I? Who is God? What am I here for? What matters most?

What matters least? What are my unique talents and abilities? What will my contribution be? We discover the answers to these questions most completely by encountering Jesus.

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The Four Signs of a Dynamic Catholic Matthew Kelly If you walk into any Catholic church next Sunday and look around, you will discover that some people are highly engaged, others are massively disengaged, and the majority are somewhere in between. Why? What is the difference between highly engaged Catholics and disengaged Catholics? Answering this question is essential to the future of the Catholic Church if we truly want to engage Catholics and reinvigorate parish life.

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Perfectly Yourself Matthew Kelly This life-changing book addresses the opportunities and obstacles we encounter when we decide to ask life’s BIG questions: who am I, and why am I here? Perfectly Yourself is a book for anyone who has survived the collapse of a relationship, wondered how to find a fulfilling career, or failed at a diet. Kelly teaches us how to find the balance between accepting ourselves and striving to become all God dreams for us to become.

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The Biggest Lie in the History of Christianity Matthew Kelly Do you believe it’s possible to be happier than you have ever been before? Not for fleeting moments, but consistently? This book provides the practical tools necessary to help you regain your fervor and leave your mark on the world—and experience more happiness than you thought possible. The world is in desperate need of change. Together we can change the course of history—with humility, generosity, kindness, and joy, one Holy Moment at a time.

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The Rhythm of Life Matthew Kelly Do you ever feel that if you weren’t so busy you would be happier, healthier, more effective, more fulfilled... and maybe even a better person? The Rhythm of Life will help you to bring into focus who you are and why you are here. Through this book Matthew Kelly will help you discover your legitimate needs, deepest desires, and unique talents. He will introduce you to the-best-version-of-yourself and lead you to a life filled with passion and purpose.

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What Is BEST ADVENT EVER? It is a free email program that will guide you on an incredible journey toward the-best-version-of-yourself.

From the first day of Advent until Christmas, you’ll discover ways to transform your life.

How Does It Work?

Sign Up for Daily Emails Sign up today at DynamicCatholic.com/Best-Advent-Ever

Watch Inspirational Videos From the first day of Advent, you’ll receive daily emails with short inspirational videos, practical tips for your life, and personal stories from the Dynamic Catholic team.

Become A-Better-Version-of-Yourself You’ll learn simple yet powerful ways to transform your life—and you’ll be well on your way to becoming the person God created you to be.

ADVENT The Advent of Christmas Matt Maher In a world that has reduced the weeks leading up to Christmas to a wearisome commercial spectacle, this book invites us to slow down, simplify, and remember what Christmas is all about. Together with the author’s first Christmas album, The Advent of Christmas will enrich your family’s celebrations year after year.

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The Advent of Christmas (CD) This first ever holiday album from acclaimed Christian artist Matt Maher prepares your heart for Jesus at Christmas. Designed to instill a deeper appreciation for the liturgical season of Advent while simultaneously capturing the joy of Christmas, this 13-song collection contains both uplifting original works and personalized renditions of beloved classics.

A Christmas Carol Charles Dickens Hand-painted artwork brings a yuletide charm to Charles Dickens’s beloved classic of Ebenezer Scrooge and his dramatic transformation.

It invites us to examine our own lives and to see if there isn’t a little Scrooge inside waiting to be transformed by the Christmas message with a special introduction by Matthew Kelly.

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O Emmanuel (CD) Experience Christmas music at its very best. Debuting at number one on Billboard’s Traditional Classical Albums chart, O Emmanuel takes you on a compelling journey into the heart of Christmas. With angelic children’s voices, a jazz piano trio, adult vocal soloists, and instrumentalists of Fifth House Ensemble, O Emmanuel is an unforgettable listening experience.

A Collection of Christmas Songs (CD) A Collection of Christmas Songs is a CD that explores the miracle of the birth of Jesus, created to help the listener more fully prepare for the beautiful and sacred season of Christmas. This new CD contains eight songs, two originals and six traditional.

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PRAYER Rediscover the Rosary Matthew Kelly God wants to put things in order. If we let him, we will be happier than we ever thought possible in this lifetime, and we will come to know the peace for which all yearn, but few find. Our Catholic spirituality is constantly inviting us to establish the deep roots of order in our lives, and one of the best ways I know to do that is by praying the Rosary.

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A Simple Explanation of the Mass Fr. Eamon Tobin Fr. Eamon Tobin helps all people grow in their understanding and appreciation of the Mass with a commentary on each part of the Mass, questions for personal and group reflection at the end of each chapter, and practical suggestions on how to enter into the Mass more consciously, actively and fruitfully.

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A Quiet Place Fr. John Bartunek If you desire a deeper connection with God or have the slightest suspicion that something is missing in your spiritual life, Fr. John Bartunek helps you develop a daily habit of prayer. In this small book, he gives you the tools you need to build a relationship with God that leads to lasting joy and peace amidst the constant demands of your everyday life.

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77 Ways to Pray with Your Kids Jerry Windley-Daoust For those with a nagging sense that you should be praying with your kids but don’t know where to begin, this book is for you. Windley-Daoust offers short, practical explanations of the many ways Catholics pray with answers to questions kids have about prayer and age-appropriate suggestions for young children, older kids and teens.

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13 Powerful Ways to Pray Fr. Eamon Tobin Just as there are many different foods for the body, there are many different types of prayer. In this practical book, you’ll discover thirteen of the most common ways to communicate with God and gain a deeper understanding of why prayer is essential to your life, how it comforts and transforms you, and what to do when it seems dry or difficult.

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COMING PRAYER SOON Learn practical tips on how to overcome distractions and build a habit of prayer that will radically transform your everyday life.

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Learn how to overcome obstacles to prayer, and discover the key to making prayer a part of your life— even on chaotic days.

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Designed for readability, this Bible does away with the two-column format and distracting notes—and it’ll keep you turning pages!

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Get a New Testament Bible that reads like an engaging novel. This book is designed for readability and is hard to put down.

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Discover the meaning behind the Catholic prayers, practices, and parts of the Mass, and learn practical tips for preparing for Mass.

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This small journal will transform your entire experience of the Mass and invigorate your spiritual life.

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This Gospel of John is designed for readability, presented in the easy-to-read format of an engaging novel.

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Discover the art of prayer journaling—it will help you find the clarity and peace you desire.

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Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter’s soul-stirring prayers and lyrics will comfort the lonely and restless heart with hope.

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Discover the nine words St. Paul used to describe the-best-version-of-yourself, and learn to let those words direct how you live.

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PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION Stop Worrying & Start Living Gary Zimak As someone who struggled with anxiety for many years, author Gary Zimak knows just how painful worry can be. Whether you’re facing financial hardships, health issues, personal insecurities, or the million and one little things that keep you up at night, God doesn’t want you to worry. These daily reflections will help you stop worrying and start living!

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In a World Where You Can Be Anything Matthew Kelly Life feels more fulfilling when you pause each day to think about your hopes and dreams for tomorrow. This book will get you thinking about who you are, why you’re here, what matters most, and what matters least. Something a little different from Matthew Kelly, this fun little gift book contains page after page of simple snippets of inspiration.

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The Book of Courage Matthew Kelly During his father’s illness, Matthew Kelly would jot down inspirational quotes on note cards and send them to his father in Australia, which brought a simple focus and joy to his daily struggle. Matthew compiled the quotes after his father’s death and published in this book, accompanied by an essay explaining the role of courage in our lives.

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Life’s Greatest Lesson Allen Hunt Something is missing. You are not whole just yet. What if you had a need in your life that turned out to be the greatest need of all? This book, and the parable Allen Hunt shares in it, will show you how to get the most out of your life—how to return to the grace of who you really are.

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A Call to Joy Matthew Kelly Matthew Kelly comes to the aid of a generation desperately searching for deeper meaning in life than material things. Exploring the challenges of our modern world, he puts into context the unchanging truths and teachings of Jesus Christ, sharing his remarkable personal story and his insights on faith, love, and the trials and triumphs of the spiritual life.

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PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION Discover little-known treasures of the Catholic faith that will transform your everyday life in powerful ways.

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Take a step back from the busyness of your daily life to discover one of life’s most important lessons.

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Discover 1,001 great things about the Catholic Church that will help you confidently answer difficult questions about your faith.

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Transform the way you see yourself by discovering how much Jesus loves you—just the way you are.

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Are you perfectly happy?

Learn how to avoid disappointment and distractions in your search for happiness.

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This book of inspiring stories will encourage you to embrace every day with gratitude and joy.

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The remarkable story of the author’s battle with multiple sclerosis will inspire you to find hope in all your challenges.

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Discover who God truly is and how he can radically impact your life—if you let him.

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Learn simple steps to overcoming weaknesses, growing in prayer, and developing virtues that will help you face any challenge

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In a culture that makes it easy to settle for less, discover 5 ways to break free from mediocrity and live with energy and joy.

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Moms will experience an inner makeover that will help them see the daily struggles of motherhood as opportunities to grow.

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Discover how dozens of the world’s best male Catholic athletes and coaches serve as faith-filled role models.

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How do moms balance marriage, motherhood, and a career? Learn how to prioritize your hectic life and discover your purpose.

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Discover how to break through your barriers, face your insecurities, and find peace in the person God created you to be.

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Discover practical ways to make your dreams a reality so you can live the life you’ve always wanted.

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Have you ever felt like you are too busy “discerning” to actually decide? True decision-making is more than just thinking about something. Decisions involve taking action.

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This new edition will help you grow spiritually, discover your God-given talents, and strengthen your faith so you can pursue God’s dream for your life.

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Inspired by St. Peter’s life, this must-read will encourage men to explore their strengths and become who God created them to be.

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Discover how protecting our environment is an essential part of loving your neighbor.

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SPIRITUAL JOURNEY Beautiful Mercy Pope Francis, Matthew Kelly & Others Once again bringing to light the genius of Catholicism, bestselling author Matthew Kelly has enlisted the help of twenty-six incredible authors who witness to the power of God’s mercy, provide simple, practical tips on how to be an instrument of that mercy, and bring hope to anyone searching for deeper meaning in life.

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The Road of Hope Frances Xavier Nguyen Van Thuan Cardinal Francis Xavier Nguyen Van Thuan is one of the most inspiring voices of the twentieth century, a true modern-day hero. During a time of political unrest in Vietnam, he was arrested for his faith and spent the next thirteen years in prison, enduring harsh treatment and deplorable conditions. He spent nine of those thirteen years in solitary confinement.

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Rejoice and Be Glad Pope Francis This letter from Pope Francis is both challenging and encouraging— challenging because it’s a call to holiness, and encouraging because no matter who you are, holiness is possible! The pope invites each of us to a new way of living: seeing the dignity of each human being, experiencing God’s presence in our world, and living holy and happy lives.

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Theology for Beginners Frank Sheed This clear, precise, and inspiring introduction to theology that will equip you with the information you need to understand key doctrines of Catholicism and explain them to others. You will find yourself falling more deeply in love with your faith and more confident of your ability to bring healing and hope to “a society that is losing contact with God.” P

The Mindful Catholic Greg Bottaro Bottaro explains how the practice of mindfulness can help us become aware of the present moment—and to accept and process what is happening. You’ll discover how mindfulness can help you be more present to everything in your life—from making a trip to the grocery store to meditating on the mysteries of the Rosary.

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SPIRITUAL JOURNEY Peter Kreeft’s own wrestling match with God in his quest to make sense of pain and suffering provides clarity and comfort.

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This fresh vision for evangelization will inspire you to quit the lesser pursuits of your life and expect the joy that God intends.

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Discover why Catholics go to church on Sunday, why they confess sins to a priest, if Catholics worship statues, and more.

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These days, it’s tough to be Catholic. Get encouragement from Catholics just like you who share their insights, stories, hopes, and dreams for the Church.

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Learn to recognize the Holy Spirit’s presence in your life and how to let him guide your day-to-day actions.

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Learn how to live more fully amid the opportunities and challenges of everyday life and why embracing the Gospel brings true joy.

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These daily brief passages challenge you to think, reflect, ponder, pray and help you see the person you are and who you can become.

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This is a message of peace and assurance for anyone longing to understand the universal questions of life and death, heaven and hell.

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Powerful, real-life stories that will have you smiling in the midst of difficulties, defeating despair, and infusing your life with hope.

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This tale about 12-year-old Jesus explores the Temple and the drama of ancient Hebrew traditions with the boy Messiah.

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Learn to live in the present moment, accept obstacles with love and humility, and encounter God in your dayto-day activities.

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Delivered while in hospice care, this is the message Fr. Hauser shared with family and friends while celebrating his final mass.

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Get the clarity you desire by recognizing the difference between your own thoughts and thoughts that come from God.

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Understand the deep personal love God bears for his people and his plan to bring them into an intimate family relationship.

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Find tough answers to often misunderstood Catholic beliefs and teachings that puzzle Catholics and non-Catholics alike.

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With an awakening to the need for change in the world, learn 9 ways to discover your mission and be inspired to live it every day.

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This blueprint for growing a strong men’s ministry has the power to pull men off the couch and into active parish involvement.

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This collection of messages and homilies by Pope Francis provides encouragement and inspiration specifically for priests.

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Jesus has the answers to all your questions. Discover simple ways to invite him into your everyday life and how to hear to his voice.

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RELATIONSHIPS The Peace Promise John Kuypers Are you facing tough issues in your most important relationships?

Whether you’re a spouse, a parent, a teacher, an employee, or an employer, this is a practical, real-world teaching anyone can apply in any situation. Experience for yourself the wonderful peace of seeing clearly and its transforming effect on your relationships.

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The Seven Levels of Intimacy Matthew Kelly Discover how to feel comfortable being yourself so you can fully experience love, trust, happiness, and comfort in your relationships. In The Seven Levels of Intimacy, Matthew Kelly teaches us how to share ourselves more deeply with the people we love. This book will change the way you approach your relationships forever!

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Dreams for Your Grandchild Allen Hunt To any grandparent who has ever felt helpless in the face of a changing and often toxic world, Dreams for Your Grandchild offers the encouragement you’ve been looking for. Whether your grandchildren are toddlers or teens, this book celebrates the richness of family life and brings generations together.

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Building Better Families Matthew Kelly Discover practical strategies for parenting that will transform your family into the-best-version-of-itself. Building Better Families is filled with examples that can be applied to your daily experience of parenting and family, while at the same time illuminating the broader and deeper significance of family for society and the future of humanity.

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The One Thing Matthew Kelly Written just ten months after the birth of his first child, Matthew Kelly writes about his own faith, why religion has played such a powerful role throughout history and the hopes he has for his son about the spiritual life. In this personal story, you’ll learn the one thing Matthew Kelly wants to teach his kids about the genius of Catholicism and how to pass it on.

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RELATIONSHIPS These powerful, personal reflections will encourage and guide you as you strive to live out the verse “Love is patient” in everyday life.

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If you’re newly engaged, this all-in-one planner will seamlessly guide you through all the aspects of planning your wedding.

This easy-to-read, all-inclusive planner provides everything you need to make your wedding Mass or ceremony a beautiful success.

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Discover not one, but 21 secrets to building the strong, happy, healthy, and lasting marriage you desire.

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Learn practical steps that will help you forgive others and yourself—even when it seems impossible.

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Here’s a guide to encouraging friends and family to come back to the Church. sometimes all conversion takes is a little “nudge.”

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Discover God’s purpose for you, your spouse, and your children. Changing the world starts with the members of our family.

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Moms will experience an inner makeover that will help them see the daily struggles of motherhood as opportunities to grow gracefully as women, mothers, wives, and friends.

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WORK & CAREER The Culture Solution Matthew Kelly Culture is not a collection of personal preferences. Rather, it’s about creating empowerment—not entitlement—so that people can love coming to work. Whether you’re the CEO or the newest entry-level hire, this book will show you how to help create a business culture that every employee is proud to be a part of.

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Off Balance Matthew Kelly Research shows that people want satisfaction much more than they want balance. And yet, one of the dominant topics in the area of personal and professional development is work-life balance. Short, insightful, and life-changing, Off Balance gives us all the tools we need to go to sleep every night knowing what matters most, and that our lives make sense.

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The Dream Manager Matthew Kelly Matthew Kelly explores the connection between the dreams we are chasing personally and the way we all engage at work. Tackling headon the growing problem of employee disengagement, Kelly explores the dynamic collaboration that is unleashed when people work together to achieve company objectives and personal dreams.

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Values, Inc. Dina Dwyer-Owens It’s been said that 95 percent of companies that have a code of values don’t even use it. This book invites a movement to live right and do right in business and in life for a world in need of a new direction. Discover why doing the right thing is not only possible for businesses and individuals, but also profitable and life changing.

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Invest Yourself John Abbate This book is the story of one man’s quest to live his faith boldly and authentically in the workplace. It will challenge you to think differently about how you can leave a lasting legacy. You’ll discover that business success and a deep Catholic faith aren’t mutually exclusive, but instead together form the basis of a life that is rich in what matters.

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HISTORY Frankie James Essinger and Sandra Koutzenko In this first-ever biography, read about the woman who single-handedly stood up to a major pharmaceutical company and did her duty in the face of enormous pressure. It’s an incredible tale of integrity in the moment of truth, the power of humble courage, and hundreds of thousands of lives saved by one ordinary woman who was unafraid to do what’s right.

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Crusades Controversy Thomas F. Madden Offering a fresh perspective on the crusades and closing the gap between historical understanding and popular perception, Madden shows that it’s not the Crusades that led to the conflict between the Muslim Middle East and the West, but the artificial memory passed down

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BOOKS IN SPANISH Redescubre a los Santos Matthew Kelly God is constantly trying to open our eyes to the amazing possibilities that he has enfolded in our being. The saints continue this work with the example of their lives. This is not just another book about the saints.

Both personal and practical, this book proves the saints are not long gone, but alive and well—and ready to join you on your journey!

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Redescubre el Catolicismo Matthew Kelly Discover why Catholicism is not a lifeless set of rules and regulations, but a way of life designed by God to help each person reach his or her full potential. Rediscover Catholicism reveals the essence of authentic Catholic spirituality and addresses some of the most important questions we face today, both as individuals and as a Church.

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Vuelve a Descubrir a Jesús Matthew Kelly How well do you know Jesus? The best time to rediscover Jesus is right now. There are some questions that we all ask ourselves in different ways: Who am I? Who is God? What am I here for? What are my unique talents and abilities? What will my contribution be? We discover the answers to these questions most completely by encountering Jesus.

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Por qué Me Encanta ser Católico Matthew Kelly This collection of entries celebrates the best of the Catholic faith, highlights everyday miracles taking place all around us, and reminds us that there are thousands of everyday heroes out there who dare to have big dreams for the Church. Even in challenging times, holiness is possible, grace abounds, and there is every reason to live our lives with hope!

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Resistiendose a la Felicidad Matthew Kelly Are you happy? It may be the wrong question. Ordinary people and the finest philosophers have been exploring the question of happiness for thousands of years. Theories abound, but this is not a book of theory.

Resisting Happiness is a deeply personal, disarmingly transparent look at why we sabotage our own happiness and what to do about it.

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BOOKS IN SPANISH In the midst of all the activity in your life, Mother Teresa’s essential teachings encourage you to do something beautiful for God.

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This book is your next step toward a greater sense of purpose. Discover the 4 habits that will animate every area of your life.

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Matthew Kelly powerfully demonstrates that we cannot live the life we have imagined unless we learn to tend the soul.

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Discover the treasures of this powerful, ancient prayer. Your whole experience with the Rosary is about to change.

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Grow spiritually, discover your God-given talents, and strengthen your faith so you can pursue God’s dream for your life.

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Whether you’re engaged or married, this hands-on guidebook will jumpstart pivotal discussions and help you grow together.

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This journal will inspire your Welcome Weekend participants with encouraging quotes, prayers, and space to write and reflect.

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Beautiful illustrations and incredible content prepare children for First Reconciliation and introduces them to our mericful God.

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Learn how a relationship with Jesus will help you understand your purpose and experience the happiness you were made for.

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Discover the “big picture” of the Bible by seeing how key characters and events actually fit together to form one epic story.

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CHILDREN’S PRODUCTS BLESSED: My Little Mass Journal My Little Mass Journal is the perfect tool to engage children at Sunday Mass and teach them how to listen to God’s voice. It invites children to ask God how to become a-better-version-of-themselves and it encourages them to pay attention to the music, the readings, the homily—the entire experience unfolding before them.

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Good Night, Jesus Matthew Kelly You are never too young to get in the habit of saying good night to Jesus. This book teaches young hearts and reminds old hearts how to be grateful, thank God for all his blessings, pray for others, and rest in the joy of faith and love. Evening prayer is a powerful habit, and this small book introduces that habit as natural to daily life.

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I Know Jesus Matthew Kelly You are never too young to start getting to know Jesus. He is full of joy and he wants to share his joy with you. He is by your side every minute of every day. When your heart is soaring with happiness, turn to him. When your heart is heavy with disappointment, turn to him. Jesus wants to be your friend.

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Why Am I Here Matthew Kelly Max was a curious boy. He was curious about other countries, he was curious about animals and nature, and he was curious about life. One day while he is fishing with his Grandpa, Max stumbles upon the ultimate question: Why am I here? This remarkable lesson is for children of all ages about living with passion and purpose.

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CHILDREN’S PRODUCTS Sitting Like a Saint Dr. Gregory & Barbara Bottaro Sitting Still Like a Saint introduces kids to the concept of Christian mindfulness. Dr. Greg Bottaro, author of The Mindful Catholic, and his wife, Barbra, have written a beautifully illustrated book that encourages kids from toddlers on up to preteens to slow down and just “be” where they are.

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BLESSED: Songs for the Young at Heart (CD) BLESSED music album is a powerful way to engage children on a whole new level. Composed by Eliot Morris, one of the most talented singer-songwriters of our time, the music captures children’s hearts, enhances their sacramental prep experience, and adds a whole lot of joy to everyday life.

Hemingway (Plush) Fans of our BLESSED First Communion and First Reconciliation program will know all about Hemingway—the zany, lovable gerbil who helps the gang learn about Jesus, the Eucharist, Reconciliation, and the best way to live! Now your child can cuddle his or her very own Hemingway plush doll as a spiritual journey companion.

Max (Doll) Max, from Matthew Kelly’s Why Am I Here? book, is a boy whose curiosity leads him to discover when he is and when he is not celebrating the-best-version-of-himself. Now your child can take the character Max anywhere with his or her very own plush Max doll.

Children’s Prayer Process Cards (QTY 20) There’s no better way to help your children become lifelong Catholics than to help them develop a habit of daily prayer. The Prayer Process is a simple and powerful way to do just that. This 4.3” x 7.25” prayer card is designed to teach children the seven practical steps of the The Prayer Process and increase their awareness of who they are and what is happening in and around them.

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THE DYNAMIC CATHOLIC FIRST COMMUNION & FIRST RECONCILIATION EXPERIENCE There’s never been anything like this for children.

World-class animation. Workbooks with 250 hand-painted works of art. Catechist-friendly leader guides, and incredible content. BLESSED isn’t just different. It’s groundbreaking.

Request your FREE First Communion Program Pack & First Reconciliation Program Pack at DynamicCatholic.com/BlessedPack EACH PROGRAM PACK INCLUDES: • 1 DVD SET (42 ANIMATED SHORT FILMS) • 1 STUDENT WORKBOOK • 1 LEADER GUIDE • 1 CHILDREN’S PRAYER PROCESS CARD Just pay shipping.

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THE DYNAMIC CATHOLIC BAPTISM AND PARENTING EXPERIENCE STARTING POINT is a baptismal preparation program that focuses on parents, designed to help parents raise amazing children and start dreaming for their family.

Request your FREE STARTING POINT Program Pack at DynamicCatholic.com/starting-point-program-pack EACH PROGRAM PACK INCLUDES: • 1 DVD SET • 1 DREAM JOURNAL • 1 LEADER GUIDE Just pay shipping.

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THE DYNAMIC CATHOLIC CONFIRMATION EXPERIENCE DECISION POINT is the first Confirmation program specifically developed to engage young Catholics in a meaningful conversation about the genius of Catholicism.

Request your FREE DECISION POINT Program Pack at DynamicCatholic.com/decision-point-program-pack EACH PROGRAM PACK INCLUDES: • 1 DVD SET • 1 STUDENT WORKBOOK • 1 LEADER GUIDE Just pay shipping.

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THE DYNAMIC CATHOLIC STUDY OF THE GOSPEL OF JOHN THE TURNING POINT is a nine-session Bible study experience that’s perfect for people who want to get to know Jesus in the Scriptures but don’t know where to start.

Request your FREE TURNING POINT Program Pack at DynamicCatholic.com/the-turning-point-participant-pack EACH PROGRAM PACK INCLUDES: • 1 DVD SET • 1 STUDENT WORKBOOK • 1 LEADER GUIDE • 1 GOSPEL OF JOHN Just pay shipping.

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THE DYNAMIC CATHOLIC MARRIAGE PREPARATION & ENRICHMENT EXPERIENCE BETTER TOGETHER equips you with the tools you need to build a lasting, happy, and faith-filled marriage, from your wedding day to growing old and everything in between.

Purchase your FREE BETTER TOGETHER Program pack at DynamicCatholic.com/better-together-program-pack EACH PROGRAM PACK INCLUDES: • 1 DVD SET • 2 COUPLE WORKBOOKS • 1 LEADER GUIDE • 1 WEDDING CEREMONY PLANNER • 1 WEDDING JOURNAL Just pay shipping.

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THE DYNAMIC CATHOLIC RETREAT EXPERIENCE Welcome helps people discover what’s missing in their lives— and what to do about it. It’s run by parishioners for parishioners, and it’s re-energizing parishes across the country.

Purchase your Welcome Team Guide and Journal at DynamicCatholic.com/welcome-team-guide WELCOME INCLUDES: • 1 PARTICIPANT GUIDE • 1 LEADER GUIDE • 1 MASS JOURNAL • 1 NEW TESTAMENT

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AUDIOBOOK CDs

Listen to your favorite Matthew Kelly books ON AUDIOBOOK CDs NARRATED BY MATTHEW!

The Rhythm of Life Matthew Kelly Do you ever feel that if you weren’t so busy you would be happier, healthier, more effective, more fulfilled... and maybe even a better person? The Rhythm of Life will help you to bring into focus who you are and why you are here. Through this book Matthew Kelly will help you discover your legitimate needs, deepest desires, and unique talents. He will introduce you to the-best-version-ofyourself and lead you to a life filled with passion and purpose.

Building Better Families Matthew Kelly What are the five things children really need? Are you asking your children the right questions? Discover practical strategies for parenting that will transform your family into the-best-version-ofitself. Building Better Families is filled with examples that can be applied to your daily experience of parenting and family, while at the same time illuminating the broader and deeper significance of family for society and the future of humanity.

The Seven Levels of Intimacy Matthew Kelly We all yearn for intimacy, but we avoid it. We sense that we have a profound need for intimacy, but we are afraid to go there. Why? Being intimate means sharing the secrets of our hearts, minds, and souls with another fragile and imperfect human being. In The Seven Levels of Intimacy, Matthew Kelly teaches us in practical and unforgettable ways how to know these things about ourselves and how to share ourselves more deeply with the people we love.

Perfectly Yourself Matthew Kelly This life-changing book addresses the opportunities and obstacles we encounter when we decide to ask life’s BIG questions: who am I, and why am I here? Perfectly Yourself is a book for anyone who has survived the collapse of a relationship, wondered how to find a fulfilling career, or failed at a diet. Kelly teaches us how to find the balance between accepting ourselves and striving to become all God dreams for us to become.

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AUDIOBOOK CDs The Biggest Lie in the History of Christianity Matthew Kelly Do you believe it’s possible to be happier than you have ever been before? We all want to live life to the fullest, but it’s not found in the world’s definition of happiness. This book provides the practical tools necessary to help you regain your fervor and leave your mark on the world—and experience more happiness than you thought possible.

Resisting Happiness Matthew Kelly Are you happy? It may be the wrong question. Most of us think we are relatively happy, while knowing that we could be happier.

Ordinary people and the finest philosophers have been exploring the question of happiness for thousands of years, and theories abound. But this is not a book of theory. Resisting Happiness is a deeply personal, disarmingly transparent look at why we sabotage our own happiness and what to do about it.

The Four Signs of a Dynamic Catholic Matthew Kelly If you walk into any Catholic church next Sunday and look around, you will discover that some people are highly engaged, and others are massively disengaged. Why? What is the difference between highly engaged Catholics and disengaged Catholics? Answering this question is essential to the future of the Catholic Church if we truly want to engage Catholics and reinvigorate parish life.

Rediscover Catholicism Matthew Kelly Discover why Catholicism is not a lifeless set of rules and regulations, but a way of life designed by God to help each person reach his or her full potential. Rediscover Catholicism takes us on an adventure of life-changing proportions. Beginning with our common yearning for happiness, Kelly reveals the essence of authentic Catholic spirituality and addresses some of the most important questions we face today, as individuals and as a Church.

Rediscover Jesus Matthew Kelly How well do you know Jesus? The best time to rediscover Jesus is right now. I don’t know what God has in store for you, but I am excited for you. There are some questions that we all ask ourselves in different ways: Who am I? Who is God? What am I here for? What matters most? What matters least? What will my contribution be? We discover the answers to these questions most completely by encountering Jesus.

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CDs & DVDs Enrich your everyday life in remarkable ways by becoming a great decision maker.

Do your struggle with living your faith at work? Discover simple, life-changing ways to live your Catholic faith wherever you go.

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Take an in-depth look at the things that are standing between you and happiness, and learn how to overcome them.

How is the best way to live? The great minds of every age have pondered this question. Are you living your best life?

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Find answers to tough questions about love, and learn how to build strong, lasting relationships.

Discover simple habits that will transform your life in big ways—physically, emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually.

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Just learning how to pray?

Been praying your whole life? Learn a simple process to guide your conversation with God.

Discover how to make decisions in all areas of your life that will help you become the amazing person God created you to be.

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Gain a deeper understanding of what the Bible is, how to read it, and how to hear the voice of God in your life.

Matthew Kelly’s personal story of inspiration will help you take the next step in your spiritual journey.

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God himself wants to spiritually feed us. Find out why the Eucharist is at the heart of the Catholic faith and what that means.

Learn practical ways to encourage, challenge, and inspire your children to live life to the fullest.

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Dr. Hunt guides couples through the single most important word that any married couple needs to embrace.

Men were created with their own special needs.

Dr. Hunt shares the five things men wish women understood about men.

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Matthew Kelly shows us how to find lasting happiness in a changing world, and inspires us to fall in love again... with life.

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Re-energize your spiritual life, and learn practical ways to incorporate the seven pillars into your every day.

With real-life stories, NFL quarterback Philip Rivers inspires you to be a man of faith and raise a family centered on God.

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Discover simple ways to be generous with your time and gifts, and follow in the footsteps of a foot-washing role model.

Find out what made an evangelical mega-church pastor leave everything behind to join the Catholic Church.

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Learn a life-changing habit that will help you rediscover the real Jesus and transform your life.

Discover the truth about relativism and the affect it has on our culture and our lives.

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Discover the importance of spiritual training, and learn simple tips that will transform your life in big ways.

Get practical advice that will help you live out the Gospel message in your everyday life.

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This five-step guide will help you discover your unique purpose and inspire you to let that mission influence your life.

Morris’ independent release and musical depth will take you on an exciting journey to explore love, life, and resilience.

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Learn three practical ways to recognize and overcome your spiritual, mental, and emotional barriers.

Lose yourself in nostalgia through the thoughtful songs in Morris’ major-label-debut album.

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