Visit ShopMercy.org/b64 or call 1-800-462-7426. Father Joseph’s Picks As we enter Advent and approach Christmas, parties, family functions, and earthly celebrations are good, but we also need to be taking time in silence, prayer, and listening to the wisdom of our faith so our souls may truly have room at the inn for Jesus. Here are some great resources to do just that. By Caitrin Bennett This book will help you unwrap and tap into the power of the gifts Jesus has given us through His Church. You will grow in your understanding of your marriage vows and become better equipped to live them out; befriend several married saints who also lived out these vows and ask for their intercession; and learn to strive constantly towards holiness and rely on marital grace when you and your spouse inevitably fall short. $16.95. B64-HLMY BIBLE GEMS: SCRIPTURE VERSES ON GOD’S MERCY AND OVERCOMING FEAR By Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC Perfect love casts out fear, and God is love (see 1 Jn 4:16-19). So let us allow His Word to find a home in our hearts each day with these 366 Scriptural exhortations to fear not (the basis of the Divine Mercy spirituality of trust taught by Pope St. John Paul II). We journey through the books of the Bible using verses drawn from the Divine Mercy Catholic Bible and daily reflections written by Chris Sparks and edited and arranged by Fr. Calloway. $16.95. B64-GEMB HOLIER MATRIMONY: MARRIED SAINTS, CATHOLIC VOWS, AND SACRAMENTAL GRACE NEW! NEW! By Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle Hope is truly a lifesaver! God is certainly the foundation of our every hope, and He has gifted us with a most eminent gift — His own Mother! This book presents many reasons for hope in our world today through the lens of Our Mother Mary and some of her apparitions around the world. Join Our Blessed Mother, “Our Life, Our Sweetness, and Our Hope,” on an inspiring journey to coincide with the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope. $16.95. B64-POHB OUR LIFE, OUR SWEETNESS, AND OUR HOPE JUBILEE PILGRIMS OF HOPE WITH MARY 6 Marian Helper • Winter 2024-25 • Marian.org NEW! By Helen Hoffner This beautifully illustrated book will help you identify and understand the history of crosses seen on historic monuments, houses of worship, flags, and anywhere your travels may lead. It also addresses crucifixes, or crosses that contain an image of the Body of Jesus Christ. Stories of crosses awaken curiosity about medieval knights, crusades, and the exploration of new lands. Every cross has a story to tell. Perfect for travelers and young folks off on fresh adventures! $23.95. B64-CRUS THE CROSS: A UNIVERSAL SYMBOL NEW!
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