Come Alive in Jesus! Solemn Novena to Our Lady of Mount Carmel by Bishop Robert J. Hermann

Come Alive in Jesus! Solemn Novena to Our Lady of Mount Carmel

By Bishop Robert J. Hermann

Bishop Robert J. Hermann, Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus of the Archdiocese of St. Louis, delivered nine homilies on the occasion of the Solemn Novena to our Lady of Mount Carmel that have been adapted for this book. Beginning with a response to God’s Call to Holiness, Bishop Hermann teaches us how to imitate Mary in allowing God to enrich the love affair he has with us. Paperback $7.95| Kindle $5.99

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TESTIMONIALS

“Come Alive in Jesus provided me with valuable insights that will help me with my main desire in life—to get closer to God. I was particularly enlightened and grateful to read Bishop Hermann’s words on ‘Unilateral Forgiveness’ and the freedom it brings. I can see where his novel perspectives naturally lend themselves to life-changing experiences for the novice as well as the mature Christian.” – Robert Hanley, Actor, Author of Do You See What I See?: Discovering the Obvious

“A love story–that’s what we’re living, a divine romance with the Holy Trinity and Our Lady, in every present moment, complete with battles against dragons. That’s why we love fairy tales, we’re created to live one! Most people don’t know this, or how to live it; Bishop Hermann’s booklet is a primer on this love story, from the need for interior quiet and praising God, to addressing some of the more tricky aspects, like worrying and the invisible action of evil spirits…but as he makes clear from beginning to end, in this real fairy tale-love story there is the safe harbor of the Immaculate Heart of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, who can transform each of us into Christ, into a beloved son of our Father.” — Keith Berube, author of Mary, the Beloved and Mary: The Rosary, the Relationship, and Dragons.

“Don’t let this book’s small size fool you. Forgiveness, joy, hope, freedom – Christ’s light streams forth from its pages. Lives will be changed.” — Shane Kapler, author of Marrying the Rosary to the Divine Mercy Chaplet

“I love Bishop Hermann’s book. It is brisk, pithy, humorous with concrete examples, but also cutting through like a two edged sword our excuses and defenses against becoming more holy.” — Dr. Ronda Chervin, Emerita Professor of Philosophy at Holy Apostles College and Seminary, and co-author with Al Hughes of Simple Holiness: A Six-Week Walk on the Mountain of God

“A spiritual tour de force for every kind of retreat.” – Dr. Sebastian Mahfood, OP, Lay Dominican of the Province of St. Albert the Great

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus Robert J. Hermann was ordained a priest of the Archdiocese of St. Louis in 1963 and ordained a Bishop in 2002.

He began his ministry in Weingarten, Missouri, and taught in the Archdiocesan high schools and taught English for twelve years at St. Louis Prep North. He also served as pastor for a total of twenty years, first at St. Andrew Parish and then at Incarnate Word Parish in Chesterfield. It was at Incarnate Word Parish that he was instrumental in starting the LIFE TEEN program. He has also had the privilege of working in the Catholic Renewal, which has impacted the lives of countless people who need this healing ministry.

After ordination to the episcopacy, he was appointed a Vicar General and Archdiocesan Administrator. In December of 2010, he became Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus.

In August of 2017, Bishop Hermann began serving as a part-time Spiritual Director at Kenrick-Glennon Seminary.

He is most grateful for the incredible opportunities God has given him to serve.

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At Mass with Jesus on Calvary: Reflections on the Prayers of the Mass and the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist, authored by Fr. Gene Martens, SJ

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At Mass with Jesus on Calvary: Reflections on the Prayers of the Mass and the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist

by Fr. Gene Martens, SJ

For the ordinary Catholic, this book will clarify the teaching of the Catholic Church on the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. Even more, by means of its in-depth reflections on the prayers of the Mass, it will inspire and help Catholics in their daily lives to experience in an ever more meaningful and more enriching way their belief in the Real Presence, their participation in the celebration of the Mass, and their visits to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Furthermore, should a Catholic who has given up belief in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist happen to read this book, it will enable him or her to realize the truth of this most marvelous gift of God to his Church and thus to accept once again its blessing in his or her life.

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Fr. James Swetnam, SJ, a review published June 2020 in Homiletic and Pastoral Review

TESTIMONIALS

“What enrichment to my Catholic faith I have received by reading Fr Martens’ book! I feel blessed to have the opportunity to receive a new depth of understanding in the celebration of the Mass. Thank you, Fr. Martens, for revealing these many complex mysteries to us.” –Mrs. Pamela Paull

“At Mass with Jesus on Calvary is concise and yet surprisingly rich; as reasonable as it is pious; as suffused with Scripture as with the Church’s magisterial teachings. Fr. Gene Martens spreads ray after ray of illuminating light on the hidden Deity of the Eucharist, on the Christ Who invites us to join Him on Calvary that we one day may come to see Him face to face. I highly recommend this book to all who seek greater understanding the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and more intimate union with Christ.” – Kevin Vost, Psy.D., author of books including Memorize the Mass!, Memorize the Latin Mass! and 12 Life Lessons from St. Thomas Aquinas

“For many years, we had the honor of hosting retreats for alumni and friends at Rockhurst High School that were led by Fr. Martens. Each were filled with messages like those in his book about Christ’s gift of the Eucharist. His book brings to life for the reader the beauty and meaning of these celebrations, which are so central to our Catholic faith and Jesuit spirituality. Fr. Martens Christ-like way of presenting these profoundly life-changing themes is a true gift for the faithful who will open his or her heart to the Lord.” – Laurence W. Freeman, Chief Advancement Officer, Rockhurst High School

“Fr. Martens’ book provides detailed connections between scripture, mass prayers, and church documents. We appreciate most his early point: ‘The Eucharist is not just a matter of our personal union with Jesus in Holy Communion. It also obliges and enables us to imitate Jesus in serving others.’” – Mike and Carol Mathews, Married couple, parents, and long-time residents of the Midwest. Mike worked for Celebration Magazine and is active in social service efforts. Carol was liturgist for Holy Spirit Parish and is active in diocesan liturgy work.

“Father Martens’ book At Mass with Jesus on Calvary will be an inspiring companion for all Catholics, especially teachers in parochial schools, PSR and RCIA programs, liturgies and all participants in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Readers will gain deep insights and feel Father’s profound reverence on every page.” – Charlene Nauert, Member of the St. Louis Archdiocesan Liturgical Commission

“Father Martens’ deep personal faith and devotion to the Eucharist is evident as he guides the reader to a deeper understanding of the Real Presence and invites us all to a fuller participation in the Mass through enhancing our awareness and comprehension.” – Patricia M Balke, PhD, author & educator, In God’s Image: Male and Female

“Fr. Martens gives us an insightful reminder into the beliefs of our Catholic faith, the Eucharist and the Mass. His examination is a thought-provoking journey into a better understanding of the Transubstantiation, giving biblical references and theological background for this gift to us. It is an important book for those who want to search further into the doctrine supporting this sacrament, those who are religious educators, or those who are preparing for Lay Ministry in the church.” – Sharon A. Curry, Catechist, and Eucharistic Minister

“Fr. Marten’s knowledge and understanding of the Eucharistic presence, the core of the Catholic belief, is an insightful reflection of his personal faith and hope. It affirms the words of the hymn, “without seeing you, we love you, without seeing you, we believe, you are our Savior, we believe in you.” – Sr. Carlene Welker, D.C., Pastoral Associate, Our Lady of the Holy Cross, St. Louis, MO

“Fr. Martens provides an awareness of key words and phrases in the Eucharistic prayers that gives the lay person a new depth of meaning while enriching their understanding of the Mass. This book would be excellent for a small-group study of the Mass.” – Patricia A. Meyer, LLM, Lay Pastoral Ministry Institute of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, FL

“Knowledge and the ability to teach are two separate gifts. Fr. Martens has both and demonstrates it with this book. When he addresses a student’s question on the Real Presence, ‘how do you squeeze a man into that tiny piece of bread?’ – it shows he is in touch with the person in the pew.” – Roger F. Meyer, Scripture Study Facilitator, Blessed Sacrament Parish, Seminole, FL

“Fr. Gene Martens provides a beautiful explication of the sacred gift of the Eucharist. Through his ordinary language and insightful metaphors, he offers a valuable resource that is vibrant and compelling as well as easy to understand–perfect for use in adult formation programs in a parish setting and preparation material for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion.” – Angie Doerr, Director of Religious Education Emerita, St. Francis Xavier College Church, St. Louis, Missouri

“The thoughts of Fr. Gene Martens on the Eucharist are in spiritual harmony with St. Paul who describes faithful followers as the body of Christ. All who love the Eucharist as communal celebration with the real presence of Christ will be enriched by this book.” – Vic Hummert, Hospital Jail Chaplain

“In this book, far from struggling, faith and reason celebrate together. It’s one of the miracles of the Eucharist. This is a comforting read, reminding us page after page that the Truth does not change. Expressions might and ought to; Truth does not. Our intellects, like a searchlight that doesn’t reach so far, cannot penetrate the mystery but can indeed throw light on the wonders of the Sacrament. Fr Martens has done all of that and written it in plain language and vivid image.” – Fr Joe Tetlow, SJ

“Evident in this book is the author’s years of success in the classroom. His style is clear and informative, always geared toward the student – of any age. I recommend this book to those who are seeking to deepen their love and devotion to the Eucharist as well as to those in adult formation programs in parish settings. They won’t need a discussion starter.” – Sr. Marianne Postiglione, RSM, Associate Director, Emerita, ITEST

“I highly recommend this book because Father’s spiritual life has allowed him to live his words and reflect to those who know him a better relationship with our God. I am excited to recommend this book and know it will bless many with his knowledge and efforts.” – Carol Atchity, BVM

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Fr. Gene Martens, SJ, holds Licentiate Degrees in Philosophy and Theology from St. Louis University. He also holds a Certificate of Higher Religious Education from the Institut Pastorale Cathechetique of the Catholic Faculty at the University of Strasbourg, in France.

From 1966 to 1976, Fr. Martens taught religion at Rockhurst Jesuit High School in Kansas City, Missouri. During those years, in the wake of Vatican Council II, he gave numerous religious conferences to parents and helped to present a diocesan training program for religion teachers. He was a member of the editorial team which produced A New Look at Life, published by Paulist Press in 1970, as the eighth-grade program for the English language version of the “Come to the Father” series of religion texts.

Over the years from 1966 until the present, Fr. Martens has preached dozens of retreats to Religious Women, lay women and men, and also a few to high-school students. In addition, he has given many Days of Recollection or Spiritual Conferences to priests and other adults and even a few talks to children. As part of most of these various forms of spiritual education, Fr. Martens included lectures on the nature and meaning of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.

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What Now?: A Roadmap for 80-Year-Olds and Beyond, authored by Ronda Chervin and Al Hughes

What Now?: A Roadmap for 80-Year-Olds and Beyond

by Ronda Chervin and Albert E. Hughes

The purpose of this roadmap is to provide Christian insight and inspiration to those 80 years or older. May it be a help to you on your 80-plus journey!

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“Love this book! Should be in every place over 80’s live!” – Skip Rasak, age 87

“What Now? A Roadmap for 80-year-olds and Beyond by Ronda Chervin and Al Hughes is presented in such a practical and engaging way that I feel like I’m participating in an intimate conversation with the authors.” — Louise Walkup, co-host of WCAT Radio’s Ronda View, which ran 84 episodes between the years 2017-2019)

“‘Life begins at 80!’ my octogenarian great-grandmother used to tell me as she boarded planes and ships and traveled the world until her passing at age 89. She lived her 80s to their fullest, and Chervin and Hughes show you how you can, too!” — Dr. Sebastian Mahfood, OP, Provost, Sacred Heart Institute, Huntington, NY

“Rare does an entry point for spiritual and practical wisdom gathered in one book rise to the level these authors provide, let alone for 80 year olds! Ladies and Gentlemen, be prepared for sensate soaring, with pen in hand for notes, as you digest the nuggets you will find when you turn these pages!” — David E. Dowd

About the Authors

Albert E. Hughes, M.A., M.P.M (Pastoral Counselor and Spiritual Director) and Ronda Chervin, Ph.D. (Professor Emerita of Holy Apostles College and Seminary, Catholic Writer, and Media Presenter)

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Ave Maria, authored by Richard Ruesch

Ave Maria

by Richard Ruesch

The life of our Lord, Jesus Christ, is brought to mind through the contemplation of the mysteries of the Rosary and the recitation of its prayers. The mysteries of the Rosary are those that are Joyful, Luminous, Sorrowful, and Glorious, and each mystery contains significant events in the life of Jesus and Mary. Because all twenty of these events are drawn from Sacred Scripture, this book simply lays those scriptural passages out in an engaging format. A must-have for those seeking to enter into a greater understanding of these mysteries.

[83 pp with full-color illustrations] Paperback: $19.95 | Kindle $9.99

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“This booklet goes to the very heart of the Rosary – meditating on Scripture in union with Mary. Relevant passages have been drawn together in one place, allowing our meditation on the mysteries to be fed directly by the inspired word. It is a work of simple, profound beauty.” – Shane Kapler, author of Marrying the Rosary to the Divine Mercy Chaplet

“I have read AVE MARIA several times and I am impressed with the Scriptural notations. The entire reflection is profound and a perfect aide for praying the Holy Rosary from the heart. Those who are unaware of the formula for praying the Holy Rosary will find in AVE MARIA a method for reflecting on Sacred Scripture that records pivotal events in the life of Christ and His Blessed Mother. I would recommend AVE MARIA to anyone who has a sincere desire to increase their relationship with Our Lord and His Mother. AVE MARIA has helped me to increase my love for the Most Holy Rosary and its purpose of deepening my love for Christ, His Mother and the Body of Christ, His Church.” – Rev. Fr. C. Anthony Miller, Pastor, St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Littlestown, PA

“I believe Ave Maria to be a powerful tool that will spark the interest of both Catholic and Non Catholic Christians. And here’s why: Ave Maria is a well put together scripture based rendition of the Rosary that includes every possible scripture verse related to each of the 20 mysteries contained in it. Because of this, not only is it a powerful weapon to defeat the enemies, both spiritual and non-spiritual, of the Church, but it also is a way to convince many non-Catholic Christians of the common mistaken presumption that praying the Rosary is a form of Marian worship…Ave Maria clearly shows the intimate tie between sacred scripture and the holy rosary. Not only do we meditate on these sacred mysteries while praying the rosary; we pray the mysteries. And thus, in light of this truth, the rosary is a powerful means by which sacred scripture not only becomes a part of our very being but also a way of life.” – Bob Cantoni, WCAT Radio show host of “If You Know Mary, then You Know Jesus”

“The Ave Maria booklet is the handy go-to resource you need to pray the scriptural rosary. Eloquently fashioned and edified by the Sacred Word, this little book will enrich your recitation of the Rosary to help you understand each mystery’s biblical roots.” – T.J. Burdick, Founder of Signum Dei and author of The Rosary in Kid Speak

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

During the many years of teaching CCD classes in several different Catholic parishes, Richard Ruesch developed a fervent desire to increase the devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary.

After the CCD classes and a successful professional career of 40 years building chemical plants around the world, Richard settled down with his family on the North side of the Mahantango Mountain in Hebe, PA, where he subsequently satisfied his earlier desire and wrote his first book, entitled AVE MARIA.

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LIFE Runners Daily Devotions, ed. by Dr. Pat Castle and Bernadette Costello

We climbed to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Africa, the world’s highest free standing mountain (19,341 ft) … for the least of the least. With Bishop Coffey (Military Archdioces), Dolores Meehan (Walk for Life West Coast), Bernadette Costello (LIFE Runners), representing our 16,500 teammates around the world, All In Christ for Pro-Life! See our ministry mission schedule at liferunners.org/africa.

LIFE Runners Daily Devotions

Edited by Dr. Patrick Castle and Bernadette Costello

All In Christ for Pro-Life! The LIFE Runners apostolate began by sharing these prayer-filled, challenging, one-minute devotions to help end abortion through holy teamwork. May this daily devotional inspire you to put your Pro-Life faith into action!

Following an encounter with Saint Padre Pio near the finish of the 2006 Pikes Peak mountain race, Dr. Patrick Castle was inspired to lead an Unbound book study about how evil works in the modern world. The original group of twelve faithful LIFE Runners identified abortion as the crown jewel of satan. They put their Pro-Life faith into action by writing these devotions, praying for mothers at abortion facilities, and visiting the elderly at nursing homes.

Now, thousands of LIFE Runners, newborns to elderly, in thousands of cities around the world, defend life from conception to eternity. Running is optional, and faith is required. LIFE Runners wear the REMEMBER The Unborn message as a public witness on shirts, jackets, hats, wristbands, and more. Their bold blue witness gear impacts hearts and minds for saving lives. LIFE Runners gather for an annual fall race retreat, the summer A-Cross America Relay, and many local chapter huddles. Join the team and order your witness gear at liferunners.org.

Thanks be to God for growing the LIFE Runners apostolate to help end abortion soonest. Special thanks to the 108 authors for sharing these devotions, En Route for publishing, plus Larry and Diane Cochran for sponsoring this holy project. Thanks to all LIFE Runners who are living out Christ’s call to share the gospel of life abundantly. Heaven is a team effort; forward in faith we go.

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us persevere in running this race set before us with our eyes fixed on Jesus. ~ Heb 12:1-2

GOD first, LIFE always, TEAM forever!

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“When magnified, our first cell at conception, looks like a communion host, the Body of Christ. The cell’s surrounding corona radiata is like a monstrance.” ~ Dr. Patrick Castle (Jan 23)

“If we do not crucify our flesh with its passions and desires, our carnal desires will crucify our minds.” ~ Dr. Rich Reich (Jul 28)

“When we are daunted by the size of the task and keenly aware of our limitations, we are called to take risks with the tools that God has given us.” ~ Jeanne Mancini (Jan 10)

“Let us consider then how we may spur one another towards love and life. Let us love, not in word or speech, but in truth and action.” ~ Paul Westendorf (Mar 6)

“We must intensify our prayers and fasting for a new birth of freedom so that life and liberty is granted for all, born and unborn.” ~ Bishop Robert Gruss (Mar 28)

TESTIMONIALS

“This is a great tool for those who seek to become more devout in their faith. I am one of the 108 authors. With a Bible quote, reflection, and a challenge for the day, this devotional will help you be more firmly committed to the culture of life.” – Bishop Thomas John Paprocki, Diocese of Springfield in Illinois

“Spend a minute daily with devotions from LIFE Runners around the world. I am one of the authors, along with moms and dads, athletes and walkers, clergy and laity, students and teachers, people from all walks of life who share a passion for defending the unborn.” – Bishop Joseph Coffey, Archdiocese for the Military Services

ABOUT THE EDITORS

Dr. Pat Castle is the founder of LIFE Runners, the world’s largest Pro-Life team with over 20,500 teammates who wear “REMEMBER The Unborn” jerseys as a public witness in 3,367 cities. Pat is an inspiring and unifying force for Pro-Life through faith, activism, and education. He received the Springtime Foundation Christian Unity Award and was part of the movie Unplanned. Pat encountered St. Padre Pio while racing the Pikes Peak Ascent and carried a “REMEMBER The Unborn” flag to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro. He cofounded the annual Law of Life Summit and the annual A-Cross America Relay, the largest spanning Pro-Life event. Pat served as a pregnancy help center chairman and teaches outreach at abortion facilities. He completed the Notre Dame Vita Institute and is a fourth degree Knight. Pat directed youth retreats and RCIA. He grew up in Sioux Falls and graduated from the Air Force Academy. Pat earned a PhD in nano-analytical chemistry from the University of Illinois and is a board member at the Institute for Theological Encounter with Science and Technology. He did ten military assignments, including the Weapons of Mass Destruction defense officer at the base closest to Osama bin Laden on Sep 11th. While an Air Force Academy chemistry professor, Pat developed the ethics curriculum and coached the marathon team. He raced 24 marathons, highlighted by Marine Corps (2:53), Boston (2:59), Pikes Peak (17th), Great Wall (2nd). Pat teaches for the Encounter School of Ministry. He has raised over $5 million to help end abortion. Pat speaks across America – video. Get his team Daily Devotions book to be All In Christ for Pro-Life!

Bernadette Costello (2020): operations director. “My mom conceived 22 children (6 miscarriages). After delivering her fifth child, the doctor attempted to do a hysterectomy without her permission. My mom awoke and stopped the doctor. Praise God for her heroic stand, as I was her 12th child born. Because of my moms example, I know that the fight to end abortion is the preeminent issue of all time.” Bernadette serves as a parish Respect Life coordinator, and started an Embrace Grace support group for women who have unplanned pregnancies. Bernadette does sidewalk outreach, praying and offering help to women at Carhart’s abortion facility. Bernadette and her children serve meals at the Sienna Francis Homeless shelter. She is on the executive team for Ablaze, a praise and worship ministry. She is also a faculty member at the Omaha Campus Encounter School of Ministry. “It is a privilege and blessing to serve God with LIFE Runners. All In Christ for Pro-Life!”

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Mary: the Rosary, the Relationship, and Dragons, authored by Keith Berube

Mary: The Rosary, the Relationship, and Dragons

by Keith Berubé

Mary: The Rosary, the Relationship, and Dragons reveals intriguing, little known aspects of the Rosary, gently catapulting the reader into a wondrous world of sweet, ardent, ever burgeoning intimacy with the Princess of Heaven and into victorious battles against dragons. It’s the dream of every heart come true and it’s here for the asking: To be a knight, to be a prince or princess, to be the Beloved of the Queen of Heaven. The Rosary is a garden where we sit with Mary, a sword that smites demons, and a lived relationship with the Immaculate and her Son that imbues us with her heavenly scent and renders us a terrifying scourge to the Devil and an ever-more honored child of the King.

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“Meet the real lady of the dragons, and learn to serve her as knight and friend. Keith Berube invites lovers of Mary to join him on a fairy-tale quest for the rosary as spiritual sword and shield of prayer. His loving portrait of Mary will transform your understanding of what it means to say, ‘Hail, Mary, full of grace.'” — Rachel Fulton Brown, author of Mary and the Art of Prayer: The Hours of the Virgin in Medieval Christian Life and Thought

“If you feel, as many of our contemporaries do, that the Rosary is an antiquated form of prayer that has no place in this digital age… read Mr. Berube’s book; you will probably discover that you never really understood the Rosary at its deepest, interpersonal level. Berube penetrates the mystery of the Rosary in a personal, phenomenological way that I have never seen done before. In essence, he has, single-handedly, renewed the Rosary for our times! If, in this new year, you would like to read a book dealing with Our Blessed Lady or her Holy Rosary, you need look no further… you have already found it; this is the book!” — Fr. Lawrence Edward Tucker, SOLT, author of Adventures in the Father’s Joy, The Prayer of Jesus Crucified, To Whom the Heart Decided to Love, and The Redemption of San Isidro

“Mary: The Rosary, the Relationship, and Dragons is a singular work, a timely and timeless invitation into the divine splendor that is the living mystery of Our Lady the Mother of God, the gracefully gentle girl to whom our souls leap, the Mediatrix of all graces and the crusher of all demons. Keith Berube reminds us with remarkable wisdom, humbling love and clarifying grace that Christ is the fruit of Her womb, but let us not forget that the harvest is always present within and through Her! We are living in the midst of a spiritual battle so prevalent, so concretized in hearts, minds and bodies, that it is no longer even seen as battle. This essential read dramatically unlocks that fragrant armory, the Rosary, our greatest defense against the wickedness and snares of the devil because it offers genuine solace and true joy. Mary casts her sanctifying protection with the enduring ardor of a Mother and with the dramatic power of a scythe against the chaff. To reveal this essential mystery enveloped in intelligibilizing beauty, historical acumen and an engaging voice is no small task. It is flawlessly perfected in this work of art and faith. Professor Berube’s book will continue to transform hearts and minds. How could it not—since it is most certainly a living gift from Mary’s own heart.” –Professor Caitlin Smith Gilson, PhD, Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of the Holy Cross in New Orleans. Author of The Metaphysical Presuppositions of Being in the World, The Philosophical Question of Christ, The Political Dialogue of Nature and Grace and Immediacy & Meaning: J.K. Huysmans and the Immemorial Origin of Metaphysics.

“In this inspired work, author Keith Berube offers penetrating insights into the mystery of Mary, the intimacy of life that all are called to share with her, and how the Rosary is the most sublime and efficacious means to this end – a Mariological tour de force.” –Jayson Brunelle, Author, Consecration to Jesus Christ, Through Mary and Joseph and The Blessed Mother’s Plan to Save Humanity: Marian Revelations and Necessity of Total Consecration

“Our Lady, the Rosary, swords, and dragons! What’s not to like about this book! Keith Berube’s insights into the rosary are so profound that you will be hard pressed to find another book on the rosary quite like it. His message is personal, chivalrous, and contagious! Ultimately, it’s a love story about a snow-white princess who longs to hear your voice and be consoled by the mystical roses you lay at her feet.” –-Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, Author, Champions of the Rosary: The History and Heroes of a Spiritual Weapon

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Mr. Keith Berubé, author of Mary, the Beloved and A Love Letter to Mary, holds holds a B.A. and an M.A. in Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville and has taken doctoral studies at Holy Apostles College and Seminary. His MA and doctoral studies focused on Mariology and he is currently writing his doctoral dissertation at the University of South Africa under the direction of Dr. Jennifer Slater and the co-direction of Fr. Peter Kucer, MSA, currently serving as the Interim Rector-President at Holy Apostles College and Seminary. His doctoral thesis concerns the eschatological reality of Mary and the intimate relationship God desires people to have with her. Mr. Berubé writes Marian articles for Homiletic and Pastoral Review, is featured in the upcoming 2019 edition of Fr. Donald Calloway’s Marian Journal Mater Misericordiae, has given various radio interviews, and has appeared on Mother Angelica’s EWTN. He teaches at Queen of Heaven Academy and resides with his wife and their five children in Columbus, Ohio.

See Keith’s recent article in Homiletic and Pastoral Review entitled “‘To Jesus through Mary’ is Not Enough”(October 2, 2018)

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