Pilgrimages

You've accompanied Fr. Joe to Fatima and Rome. Now come along on the journey of a lifetime to the "eldest daughter of the Church": France!

This latest A Pilgrimage with Mary immerses you in some of the many shrines, apparition sites, and gorgeous landscapes of France. From Lourdes to Laus, from Rue du Bac to Prouille, journey in spirit across the length and breadth of a land Our Lady has visited many times, discovering a spiritual landscape full of indescribable riches and extraordinary devotions. With the Very Rev. Fr. Joseph Roesch, MIC, as your spiritual director and guide, become immersed in the history of powerful Marian devotions given to us through some of the many French saints, visionaries, and mystics. Rich in beauty and blessings, this book will inspire you to ope

Bestselling Italy expert, author, and travel consultant, Teresa Tomeo, walks with you in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi, one of the most beloved saints in history. You'll travel with Tomeo through the Italian countryside while she uncovers St. Francis' life as a mystic and miracle worker, and as the first recorded stigmatist. Learn about the inspiration and deep convictions behind St. Francis' founding the Franciscan Order and how he worked tirelessly to rebuild the Catholic Church through his service to the poor. Discover his deep spirituality and understanding of suffering bearing Christ's wounds, and his love and adoration of Christ in the Holy Eucharist which helped sustain him through it all.

Journey through sacred spaces and fascinating places in Umbria with Tomeo to Francis' beloved Assisi, his hometown and burial place. Then, travel with her to Rivotorto and Spoleto, key places in Francis' conversion, where he embraced his call to humility, mercy, and his love for the poor take root. Travel to Laverna in the Tuscany Region, where the mountain that St. Francis received the Stigmata is located, then venture to Greccio in the Lazio Region, the birthplace of the first Nativity scene where you learn about Francis' deep love for the Incarnation.

As a part-time resident of Italy who lives only a 40-minute drive from Assisi, Tomeo provides practical and local insider tips on how to fully embrace these faith and culture gems in the life of St. Francis. She walks you through the must-sees, the must-dos, and how to best navigate both--whether visiting them spiritually, or traveling there in person, all while helping you to soak in the beauty of Italy's rich culture and be renewed in your faith.

Pope Leo XIV declared 2026 the Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi to mark the 800th anniversary of his death so there is no better time to delve deep into the life and footsteps of this beloved saint. Get to really know St. Francis. "You can't really know someone until you have walked a mile in their shoes."

America's got faith! You'll find it in every state -- in grand cathedrals and tiny chapels, in miracle shrines and underwater statues, and even in blessed dirt. Finding these sacred places hasn't been easy, until now!

Monuments, Marvels, and Miracles: A Traveler's Guide to Catholic America takes you to more than 500 of the country's most intriguing holy sites, each with a riveting story to tell. Stories about:

Organized by state and region, Monuments, Marvels, and Miracles can help you easily plan your vacation or pilgrimage, and find sites close to you that you've never heard of. Chapters also include Catholic trivia and color photos. Websites, phone numbers, addresses, and other pertinent information are included.

The annual Lenten pilgrimage to dozens of Rome's most striking churches is a sacred tradition dating back almost two millennia, to the earliest days of Christianity. Along this historic spiritual pathway, today's pilgrims confront the mysteries of the Christian faith through a program of biblical and early Christian readings amplified by some of the greatest art and architecture of western civilization.

In Roman Pilgrimage, bestselling theologian and papal biographer George Weigel, art historian Elizabeth Lev, and photographer Stephen Weigel lead readers through this unique religious and aesthetic journey with magnificent photographs and revealing commentaries on the pilgrimage's liturgies, art, and architecture. Through reflections on each day's readings about faith and doubt, heroism and weakness, self-examination and conversion, sin and grace, Rome's familiar sites take on a new resonance. And along that same historical path, typically unexplored treasures-artifacts of ancient history and hidden artistic wonders-appear in their original luster, revealing new dimensions of one of the world's most intriguing and multi-layered cities.

A compelling guide to the Eternal City, the Lenten Season, and the itinerary of conversion that is Christian life throughout the year, Roman Pilgrimage reminds readers that the imitation of Christ through faith, hope, and love is the template of all true discipleship, as the exquisite beauty of the Roman station churches invites reflection on the deepest truths of Christianity.