The Three Miracle Cats, Part 2: Kikyo’s Story by Danielle Catherine Mesa

The Three Miracle Cats, Part 2: Kikyo’s Story by Danielle Catherine Mesa

The Three Miracle Cats, Part 2: Kikyo’s Story

Written and Illustrated by Danielle Catherine Mesa

Kikyo’s Story follows Ichigo, a once-lonely miracle cat, who discovers Lilly, an abandoned neighbor’s cat. After Lilly disappears, Ichigo’s family searches tirelessly until a divine moment of hope, inspired by a Bible verse, leads to her rescue. Renamed Kikyo, Lilly finds a loving home and bonds with Ichigo. The story highlights themes of compassion, perseverance, and faith, showing how love and care transform lives, mirroring the Good Shepherd’s devotion.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Danielle C. Mesa was born in Boston, Massachusetts to a devoted Catholic family. Her father is a deacon serving at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Boston. The desire of her heart is to use the gifts and talents she has received from God to give praise and glory to the Lord. Danielle’s aspiration is that her book will reveal the joy and hope children with special needs bring to their families and those around them. She holds a fine arts degree from the University of Massachusetts Boston and a Post-Bachelor’s degree from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

To learn more about Danielle and her upcoming projects, visit her on the web at www.daniellecoffeetoons.com 

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Bible-Based Catholicism and Spiritual Inspirations by Robert J. Ferretti

Bible-Based Catholicism and Spiritual Inspirations by Robert J. Ferretti

Bible-Based Catholicism and Spiritual Inspirations

by Robert J. Ferretti, M.D.

This book outlines a Catholic perspective on faith, deeply rooted in biblical references and theological reasoning. Dr. Ferretti aims to deepen Catholics’ understanding of their faith while providing non-Catholics and non-believers with insights into the principles of Catholicism. Drawing on personal experiences and insights from readings about the lives and revelations of Catholic saints, Dr. Ferretti advocates for embracing sacrifice and detachment from materialism as pathways to spiritual growth. The work invites readers to reflect on faith’s scriptural foundations, aiming to foster a deeper commitment to living a Christ-centered life in accordance with Catholic teachings.

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Dr. Robert J. Ferretti holds an Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.) in Plant Biology from the State University of New York, and a Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.) from Cornell University, with dual majors in Food Science and Cellular Biology. He continued his education obtaining a Master of Science (M.S.) degree from Cornell University, with a major in Nutrition with a minor in Biochemistry. He then attended New York Medical College, in Valhalla New York, and he was awarded his M.D. degree. His internship was in Internal Medicine at the University of Massachusetts affiliated hospital of the Berkshire Medical Center. He then worked full time in primary care and urgent care medicine for three years. He subsequently entered a diagnostic radiology program at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center, in New Hyde Park New York, and achieved board certification.  Afterwards, he entered a fellowship program in Neuroradiology at the Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia Pennsylvania. He then worked as a general Diagnostic Radiologist with a specialty in Neuroradiology for fourteen years. Following that, he worked for six and a half years as an Addiction Medicine Specialist and obtained board certification in 2015.

In addition to this background in fields of biology and human medicine, he has also spent many years working as a volunteer sidewalk counselor outside several of the New York abortion centers, beginning in 1999. He also has read many books on the spiritual lives and miracles of several Catholic saints and mystics, and the many revelations that God gave to them. These experiences were in addition to developing a deeper daily prayer life with praying the daily rosary for the past six years. His part time outreach work was extended to helping the homeless population with assisting in providing meals and on the spot counseling beginning in 2023. More recently he has devoted time visiting patients in a rehabilitative nursing facility, while assisting a Eucharistic Minister in bringing the Holy Eucharist to the Catholic patients. His future plans are to begin a lecture series on the topics contained in this book.

 

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Magnify Love: Unlocking the Heart of Jesus in Your Marriage and Your Life by Nicole Berlucchi

Magnify Love: Unlocking the Heart of Jesus in Your Marriage and Your Life by Nicole Berlucchi

Check out Nicole’s appearance on the Universal Sister Podcast from back when she was still seeking a publisher!

Magnify Love: Unlocking the Heart of Jesus in Your Marriage and Your Life

by Nicole Berlucchi

Uncover the power of the Rosary and Mary’s intercession: how the scripture-based mysteries of the Rosary can be a compass in directing your steps and navigating the highs and lows, in order for you to listen for God’s voice and live like Jesus. So many people talk about discernment and listening to the Lord, but how do we do it and how does it play out? Through personal accounts about navigating life shifts, secondary infertility, marital struggles, career changes and physical challenges, Nicole Berlucchi invites you into her love story to learn from her mistakes and to be encouraged by her transformation when she started leaning on God and listening to the Holy Spirit. Discover what it means to Magnify Love when you open your heart to what the Rosary has to teach us.

Paperback: $17.95 | Kindle: $9.99

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“I often reflect on the encouraging reality that so long as we’re still breathing, there’s not yet a period at the end of our story. Nicole’s transparent and vulnerable sharing of how God worked in her life, and in her marriage, is a powerful testimony to His grace made perfect in our weakness, and of the reasons to always have hope.” – Father John Riccardo, ACTS XXIX Executive Director

“Nicole Berlucchi’s writing is a gift of the Spirit to anyone seeking to transform their marriage and deepen their walk with Jesus Christ. With disarming humility and profound faith, Nicole invites readers into her personal journey of suffering, redemption, and grace. This book is a treasure for those seeking to navigate the joys and struggles of marriage with the wisdom of the Rosary and the intercession of Mary. Whether you’re in a season of heartache or renewal, Nicole’s story and practical reflections will remind you that God’s plans for your life and marriage are nothing less than a miraculous love story. Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and deeply moved.” -Christopher Reed, Ph.D. author of Sacred Conversations: How God Wants us to Communicate

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Nicole Berlucchi is a writer and speaker. You can find her on her personal website: www.nicoleberlucchi.com and on social media: @berlucchiwriting. She serves as a regular contributor to www.CatholicMom.com and Diocesan.com (Gospel Reflections for 2025). She has occasionally contributed to other Catholic outlets such as SpiritualDirection.com and FamilyRosary.org. She is a proud member of the PraiseWriters Community as well as Catholic Writers Guild.

Nicole has worked in a number of roles in the nonprofit world from fundraising to research, but helping people realize their vision and make an impact, whether in business or in life, seems to be the sweet spot. She now owns her own marketing and nonprofit consulting business, Coley B. Creative, where she works with a variety of clients on their strategy and marketing needs.

Born and raised in Philadelphia, she has been married to her husband, Joe, since 2006. They now reside in the Nashville area with their four children where they are members of Catholic Church of the Nativity. She’s a big fan of brilliant skies, coffee, salted caramel with chocolate, books and more books. She loves sharing her journey with Jesus so that others might: Come and see.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding St. Thomas Aquinas’s Teaching about the Actual Composition of Essence and Esse in Created Beings by Peter Anthony Achilles Redpath

A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding St. Thomas Aquinas’s Teaching about the Actual Composition of Essence and Esse in Created Beings by Peter Anthony Achilles Redpath

A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding St. Thomas Aquinas’s Teaching about the Actual Composition of Essence and Esse in Created Beings

by Dr. Peter Anthony Achilles Redpath

This book explores St. Thomas Aquinas’s metaphysical principles, focusing on the relationship between essence (what a being is) and esse (the act of being) in finite creatures. Redpath highlights Étienne Gilson’s 20th-century revival of Aquinas’s teachings, emphasizing how these principles were misunderstood historically and remain challenging even among Thomists. Redpath critiques such misinterpretations, exploring the intricate composition of essence and existence that defines created beings.

The guide discusses the philosophical and theological implications of Aquinas’s doctrine, particularly its significance in understanding God’s nature as pure being and how this contrasts with the contingent nature of created entities. Redpath contextualizes Aquinas’s insights within the history of medieval philosophy, discussing the influence of thinkers like Aristotle, Avicenna, and Boethius on Aquinas’s synthesis of metaphysics and Christian theology.

Redpath emphasizes the centrality of “born-again Thomism,” a modern approach aiming to revive and clarify Aquinas’s teachings. By examining Aquinas’s metaphysical framework through arguments on the distinction between essence and esse, the guide seeks to bridge historical gaps in understanding and reaffirm the relevance of Thomistic thought for contemporary philosophical inquiry.

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Peter A. Redpath (retired Full Professor of Philosophy at St. John’s University, New York) is author, editor, co-editor of 22 books and many dozens of articles and book reviews. An internationally recognized scholar, since 1980 he has given over 200 invited guest lectures nationally and internationally. Among his many accomplishments, he is CEO of the Aquinas School of Leadership, LLC; former Founder and Chair of the Thomistic Studies Graduate Concentration in Christian Wisdom for Holy Apostles College and Seminary (USA); an Affiliate Scholar with the University Abat Oliba Graduate program (Barcelona, Spain). Peter is also co-founder of the Gilson Society (USA) and the International Etienne Gilson Society, the Adler-Aquinas Institute, and the Angelicum Academy and Great Books Academy homeschool programs (both founded with the help of Mortimer J. Adler); former executive editor of the Value Inquiry Book Series (VIBS) for the Dutch publisher Editions Rodopi, B.V., and special series editor for Rodopi and Brill/Rodopi. Presently, he is a member of the editorial board of Brill Publishing’s Philosophy and Religion (PAR) series, a member of the Advisory Board of the Lyceum Institute, and Officer in Charge of Medieval Christian Philosophy and Academic Liaison to the Holy See for Global Scholarly Publications. For a list of articles published on the Catholic World Report, see http://www.catholicworldreport.com/author/redpath-peter/

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Influence of Childhood Experiences on Faith Development: A Journey toward Wholeness by Sr. Adaku Helen Ogbuji, CCVI

Influence of Childhood Experiences on Faith Development: A Journey toward Wholeness by Sr. Adaku Helen Ogbuji, CCVI

Influence of Childhood Experiences on Faith Development: A Journey toward Wholeness

by Sr. Adaku Helen Ogbuji, CCVI, PhD

This book examines how childhood experiences impact faith development in religious individuals. Drawing from semi-structured interviews with 80 consecrated persons, the book reveals that early experiences, whether positive or adverse, can deeply influence adult behavior, especially in religious life. Guided by theories like Erik Erikson’s psychosocial development and James Fowler’s faith development, Ogbuji explores how formative experiences shape adult attitudes toward faith, relationships, and authority.

The book highlights challenges faced by consecrated persons, including lingering effects of childhood trauma, which can manifest as emotional instability, attachment issues, or even aggressive behavior in community settings. Ogbuji advocates for a holistic formation process, suggesting that therapeutic interventions and ongoing psychological and spiritual support can help religious individuals achieve wholeness. She also calls for well-trained formators who understand the complex emotional needs of candidates.

Ultimately, the book emphasizes the importance of addressing personal histories to foster emotional and spiritual maturity, creating healthier, more joyful communities. The work serves as a valuable resource for religious formators, superiors, and all those interested in understanding how early life influences vocational development and overall well-being in religious life.

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“This book is an idea whose time has come! I highly recommend it to religious men and women, superiors and formators, clergy and lay persons, and all those who wish to understand how their childhood experiences affect the way they behave as adults” — Dr. Stephen Asatsa, Lecturer, Department of Counselling Psychology, CUEA

“Sr. Helen’s book is a must read for formators of religious congregations and Institutes of Consecrated and Apostolic Life. Superiors of the same communities will find it insightful and positive about the universal need for therapy. Pastors of souls can benefit much from this distilled text about reconciliation with oneself and one’s story of joy and suffering. All consecrated persons will find delight in discovering the wide range of possibilities in the helping professions. Finally, believers with strong scientific background will rejoice in the continuous line between faith and the human sciences. In short, this book will help any reader to feel more comfortable with the concept of psychological health” —Rev. Dr. Emmanuel Foro, SJ, Provincial Delegate for Formation, Cameroon

“This piece of work is profound, full of insights, and a noteworthy contribution towards the formation and ongoing formation of consecrated Men and Women. Above all, it is well-written. I am pleased to grant the Imprimatur for its publication.” Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, DD, Bishop of Umuahia Diocese.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Sister Adaku Helen (Helena) Ogbuji, CCVI, PhD, belongs to the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, Houston, Texas. She is an author of several books. She holds a master’s in Theology, Divinity and Psychology and a PhD in Counseling Psychology. Presently, she is the Formation Director and the Novice Director in their formation house in St. Louis, Missouri, USA.

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