Ignatius Press Christmas Gift Guide

  • 33 Days to Morning Glory

    33 Days to Morning Glory

    An extraordinary 33-day journey to Marian consecration with four giants of Marian spirituality: St. Louis de Montfort, St. Maximilian Kolbe, Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta, and Blessed Pope John Paul II. Fr. Gaitley masterfully summarizes their teaching, making it easy to grasp, and simple enough to put into practice. See more...

  • The Miracle of Father Kapaun

    The Miracle of Father Kapaun

    Priest, soldier, and Korean War hero—Fr. Emil is a rare man. He has been awarded the Medal of Honor, the nation's highest military award, and is being consid­ered by the Vatican for canonization as a saint. "A modern Am­er­ican priest-hero whose unique and inspiring story should be known to every Catholic." –James Hitchcock See more...

  • The Priest Is Not His Own

    The Priest Is Not His Own

    The beloved Archbishop Sheen, whose cause for canonization is open in Rome, presents a profound and deeply spiritual look at the meaning of the priesthood and relationship of the priest with Christ as an "alter Christus". He considers the main character of the priesthood that of being, like Christ, a "holy victim". See more...

  • The Joy of Being a Priest

    The Joy of Being a Priest

    Based on a series of talks Cardinal Schoenborn addressed to an international group of priests in Ars, the village where St. John Vianney served as pastor. He summarizes the vocation, challenge, and joy of the priesthood, drawing on the life of the Cure of Ars, the writings of The Little Flower, St. Faustina, and others. See more...

  • The Grace of Ars

    The Grace of Ars

    John Vianney is the patron saint of parish priests. Benedict XVI held him up as the role model in the Year for Priests (2009-2010). Priests & seminarians who wish to strengthen their commitment to the priesthood as well as men discerning their vocation will be inspired & encouraged by this reflection on the Cure of Ars. See more...

  • The Cure of Ars Today

    The Cure of Ars Today

    "Everyone who thinks Vianney is already well known will find not simply new information, but what has new meaning." – John Cardinal O'Connor. "In the Cure of Ars, we have ... an unequalled model both of the carrying out of the ministry and of the holiness of the minister." – Pope John Paul II. Includes Ars retreat led by JPII. See more...

  • Ceremonies of the Modern Roman Rite, 2nd Ed.

    Ceremonies of the Modern Roman Rite, 2nd Ed.

    A complete ceremonial manual for the celebration of the Eucharist and the Liturgy of the Hours. Faithful to the renewal of worship authorized by Vatican II, Ceremonies combines precise guidance with a pastoral and spiritual approach. A high ideal of noble Catholic worship is maintained, respecting the "continuity of our tradition". See more...

  • Ceremonies of the Liturgical Year

    Ceremonies of the Liturgical Year

    Msgr. Elliott's famed Ceremonies has helped many celebrate our liturgy with attention and devotion. Here is a long- awaited guide for the events of the Church year. "With Elliot's work safely in reach, a generation of liturgists raised without a rich training in tradition can confidently approach the Ritual." – Dr. Edward Peters See more...

  • The Order of Mass: Missal of Bl. John XXIII

    The Order of Mass: Missal of Bl. John XXIII

    This booklet, ideal for parish use, is not only a guide for those acquainting themselves with the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite (popularly known as the Tridentine Rite), but also a resource for those already familiar with this rich liturgy. Includes prefaces for the season or feast, Summorum Pontificum, and more. See more...

  • The Mass of Vatican II

    The Mass of Vatican II

    This booklet features Latin texts of the Church's Liturgy, but it also includes an unofficial English translation as an aid to understanding the Latin. The Latin prayers and responses of the booklet require no special permission to be used in the Liturgy — they are the already-approved Latin text of the Mass. See more...

  • The Shadow of His Wings

    The Shadow of His Wings

    We had to reprint this book. Rarely has a book had such an impact on so many of us here at Ignatius Press. One of the most powerful, moving books we've come across. If you can only buy one book this season, this must be the one. "A fascinating, gripping true story of a clerical life we can hardly imagine." – Fr. James V. Schall, SJ See more...