Michael Malone. This monumental research project has consumed the attention of Michael Malone, author of the well-known APOSTOLIC DIGEST and many other challenging studies on the Faith, for over thirty years. Calling upon more than 4,000 citations, the author demonstrates beyond the shadow of a doubt not only that all men must undergo the actual reception of sacramental water baptism in order to attain the Beatific Vision, but also why this Sacrament is so absolutely necessary for salvation. With the help of his authorities, Mr. Malone takes us under the microscope to show the various graces that are infused into the soul at the instant of baptism, graces that bring about the "born-again" experience Our Lord told Nicodemus was so necessary. But more remarkable is the discovery of the many citations proving that the Mother of God herself was baptized, when and why and by whom. If she who was immaculately conceived HAD to be baptized to go to Heaven, who can deny himself this sacramental obligation? THE ONLY BEGOTTEN undertakes a study in-depth of the Sacrament, what it does to us, and what it makes us; how Sanctifying Grace, while necessary to salvation, is merely a fellow-creature brought into being for us, and thus in need of further assistance and implementation to achieve its destiny. It is the un-created Life of God that must be transmitted into a soul destined for the Beatific Vision. Answers why Adam and Eve nor any of their canonized children could achieve eternal bliss in the State of Justice; how men become Spouses of Jesus Christ and Temples of His Holy Spirit, regenerated, indeed, re-created fit for the Kingdom of Heaven. With a glowing commendation by Fr. Timothy Hopkins of St. Philomena Shrine, Miami, Florida. You will understand, after reading this marvelous book, why "baptism of desire," alone cannot bring about a "new creature," any more than a desire for a new child alone can bring about the creation of a new person! 455 pp. PB. Magnificent! ITEM #11049 $39.95 Sale $19.95
THE INCARNATION, BIRTH AND INFANCY OF JESUS CHRIST
St. Alphonsus Liguori. Every facet of the early life of Jesus. Consoling lessons about His childhood and His love for us; how He suffered for us from the moment of His conception. Absolutely sublime reading for Advent. PB. 468pp. Imprimatur. ITEM #10323 $13.50 Sale $6.00
By noted producer John Bird. Filmed on location in France and Rome,
this collection of 4 videos
was two years in production and provides almost 5 hours of enjoyment
and
instruction. Here is a history of France told entirely from a
Catholic
point of view, showing how the Faith was brought to the shores of the
country
by Mary Magdalene and Lazarus who brought with them the bones of St.
Anne.
Tells of the many miracles that have been a part of French history from
the beginning. Superb cinematography, haunting, inspirational
classical
and religious music provides a serene setting for the telling of
the extraordinary grace poured into this nation by God from the
beginning
of its history. The spiritual destiny of this blessed nation has
yet to be fulfilled according to prophecies relating to the end
times.
This magnificent story will be thoroughly enjoyed by armchair travelers
and pilgrims who may never have the opportunity to visit the lovely
French
countryside and village churches filled with rich history. The
cave
where the Magdalen lived is still open to pilgrims.
PART ONE: Heart of the Lily is the story of Mary Magdalene's
journey to Provence in southern France, and how the seed which she and
the early disciples left in Roman Gaul blossomed into a garden of
saints
and churches, most notably in the Abbey town of Paray-le-Monial where
Jesus
revealed the treasures of His Sacred Heart to St. Margaret Mary
Alacoque.
PART TWO: Sun of Justice tells how France experienced
a period of great prosperity during the reign of Louis XIII and his
son,
Louis XIV. These two kings were for their country what David and
Solomon had been for the people of Israel. Sadly, the dynasty was
cut short with the execution of Louis XVI in the French Revolution when
the Church was devastated and almost destroyed in a 3 year reign of
terror.
St. John Vianney was God's gift to France after that time.
PART THREE: Hope Springs Eternal. The Church struggles
under the Masonic government established by the Revolution of
1789.
The uprising in the Vendee is portrayed in all its magnificence.
Therese of Lisieux, Pius X, Joan of Arc, St. Denis & St. Genevieve
add luster.
PART FOUR: Triumph of the Cross. The history of Brittany
and the Breton saints who gave glory to the Church includes the
adventures
of King Arthur who came in search of the Holy Grail thought to have
been
lost in the woods of Brittany. Later St. Louis de Montfort, St.
Madelaine
Sophie Barat, St. Therese of the Child Jesus and other saints little
known
outside the country add grace and hope as the nation continues to
suffer
under an anti-Christian government. Framers of the New World
Order
unite for greed while the saints call souls to higher purposes - union
with the Sacred Heart of Jesus who will, in the future, begin the
restoration
of belief in God from the shores of France which will spread throughout
a cleansed world.
FOUR TAPE SERIES -ITEM #30250
An $80.00 value if purchased separately - Sale $75.00