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Book of the Month
April Book Pick
In April, we invite you to journey deeper into prayer and discernment with The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Rooted in the wisdom of this great saint, these exercises are a powerful guide to growing in faith, recognizing God's voice, and aligning our hearts with His will.
Whether you are new to Ignatian spirituality or revisiting these profound meditations, we hope this book enriches your spiritual life and leads you closer to Christ. Let’s walk this path together as a prayer family!
Our Book of the Month for April 2025 is The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola by St. Ignatius.
About the Book
This TAN Books edition of The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius or Manresa by St. Ignatius, features the complete text of the title, along with a supplemental reading section entitled “The Classics Made Simple: The Spiritual Exercises of St Ignatius of Loyola.” We’ve also included unique hand-selected classic artwork for the reader’s enjoyment, exclusive to this eBook edition of The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius or Manresa from TAN Books. The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius or Manresa: Is it time to take your spiritual pulse, re-orient yourself to your Creator, and seek His guidance to live your faith more seriously? The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola outline the rigorous self-examination and spiritual meditations St. Ignatius set forth. Readers will learn how to make a new beginning on the path to holiness, repenting of their sins and attaining freedom from Satan's power. Though St. Ignatius wrote The Spiritual Exercises as a handbook for a four week guided retreat, this edition contains step by step explanations suitable for independent use over any time period.
About the Author
St. Ignatius of Loyola was born in 1491 in Guipuzcoa. He was brought up in the household of Ferdinand and Isabella as head treasurer and joined the army in 1517. In 1521, while defending the citadel of Pamplona his leg was broken by a cannon ball and, having nothing to read but the Life of Christ, and the Lives of the Saints during his recuperation, he became inspired to direct his competitive spirit toward heavenly goals. In 1537 after many trials he was ordained a priest and in 1541 founded the Society of Jesus - the Jesuits. He died at Rome in 1556, and was canonized in 1622 by Pope Gregory XV.
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St. Ignatius is the patron saint of soldiers and serves as both an intercessor for protection and safety in the face of danger and also as a reminder of every soldier that our true mission is to serve God.
March Book Pick
Our Book of the Month for March 2025 is The Incredible Catholic Mass by Father Martin von Cochem.
Our suggested reading for March is The Incredible Catholic Mass by Father Martin von Cochem! Fr. Martin was a German priest of the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin. He was a professor of Theology and cared for plague victims in 1666.
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Many times we attend Mass out of routine, without fully grasping the immense blessings that unfold before us. This book opens our eyes to the supernatural reality of the Eucharist, revealing how each Mass unites heaven and earth, offers boundless graces, and brings us into deeper communion with God.
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Join us as we reflect on the treasures of the Mass, rediscover its transformative power, and grow in appreciation for this greatest of all prayers. Whether you’ve been attending Mass for years or are seeking to rekindle your devotion, this book will enrich your faith in ways you never imagined.
About the Author
The Rev. Father Martin of Cochem, O.S.F.C., was a German Capuchin born in 1630 at Mosel. He entered the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin as a novitiate while still young, subsequently received Holy Orders, and was ultimately assigned as a professor of theology. He also cared for the plague victims of 1666, and thereupon began composing popular religious writings and treatises. Father Cochem authored such works as The Last Four Things and The Incredible Catholic Mass, the former of which was printed by TAN in 1987. He died on the tenth of September, 1712, at Waghausel.