Hungry Souls
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Hungry Souls

Hungry Souls: Supernatural Visits, Messages, and Warnings from Purgatory
by Gerard J.M. van den Aardweg

After a week of hearing ghostly noises, a man is visited in his home by the spirit of his mother, dead for three decades. She reproaches him for his dissolute life and begs him to have Masses said in her name. Then she lays her hand on his sleeve, leaving an indelible burn mark, and departs...

A Lutheran minister, no believer in purgatory, is the puzzled recipient of repeated visitations from “demons” who come to him seeking prayer, consolation, and refuge in his little German church. But pity for the poor spirits overcomes the man's skepticism, and he marvels at what kind of departed souls could belong to Christ and yet suffer still...

Hungry Souls recounts these stories and many others – trustworthy, Church-verified accounts of earthly visitations from the dead in purgatory. Accompanying these accounts are images from the “Museum of Purgatory” in Rome, which contains relics of encounters with the Holy Souls, including numerous evidences of hand prints burned into clothing and books; burn marks that cannot be explained by natural means or duplicated by artificial ones.

No. 2307. Only 12.95

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Publisher's Message -

November is the Month of Holy Souls.  In our Charity, we must not neglect to pray for these men and women who are ultimately assured of becoming saints, yet suffer in Purgatory’s fire.  They have felt the struggles and crosses of this life and still need our prayers to attain their reward.

Our latest releases, Hungry Souls and The Biblical Basis of Purgatory will enlighten the reader about the dogma of Purgatory in two very important ways. Hungry Souls presents us with tangible evidence of the realities of Purgatory. This book will arouse our sympathies for the Holy Souls and strengthen our own resolve as we strive to earn our eternal reward.

The Biblical Basis of Purgatory, by popular apologist and author John Salza, definitively proves Church teaching with irrefutable scriptural explanation.  Written in a clear concise and approachable style, it is perfect for anyone who questions this merciful dogma of the Church.

Devotion to the Holy Souls has much to teach us about living in the image and likeness of God. It is an opportunity for us to help others who are no longer able to help themselves— the very thing God does for us every moment of our lives.
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The Biblical Basis of Purgatory
The Biblical Basis of Purgatory

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The Biblical Basis of Purgatory
by John Salza

Jesus taught us about it, and for centuries the Church has faithfully defined and defended it. Protestants deny it even exists, while many Catholics fundamentally misunderstand it. It is Purgatory: that place of purifying penance where souls saved by Christ are made perfect and acceptable to spend life eternal in heaven.

In The Biblical Basis of Purgatory, author and apologist John Salza (Why Catholics Cannot Be Masons) offers the definitive scriptural explanation of this distinctively Catholic doctrine. Building on the teachings of Christ and St. Paul, he shows how the existence of a place of temporal punishment after death is not only a logical extension of what we know about the reality of sin and God's justice, but is also a supreme expression of God's love and mercy.

Although Purgatory is a place of mercy, its pains are real, and they are severe. This book does more than defend and explain Purgatory it provides a solid plan, drawn from the Church s perennial wisdom for conquering our sins by God s grace, while still on earth.

No. SB0103
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Charity for the Suffering Souls
Charity for the Suffering Souls
Charity for the Suffering Souls. Profound, provocative, complete treatment of Purgatory--its sufferings, consolations, duration, etc., plus, how we can assist the Poor Souls, their gratitude, and God's reward to us for helping them. A very moving book. Impr. 416 pgs, PB No. 0750. Reg. 18.00 — Sale 14.40
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Stories about Purgatory & What They Reveal
Stories about Purgatory & What They Reveal
Stories about Purgatory & What They Reveal. This book was written to impress upon its readers many truths about Purgatory -- first, that it exists; second, that the souls detained there suffer long and excruciating pains, and that they desperately need our prayers and sacrifices; and that we ourselves should strive mightily to avoid Purgatory. Confirms in the reader's heart a healthy and holy respect for the sufferings endured by the Holy Souls, such that he will always remember them in his prayers. Impr. 169 pgs, PB No. 1987. Reg. 13.00 — Sale 10.40
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Preparation For Death Abridged
Preparation For Death Abridged
Preparation For Death Abridged. A popular abridgement of the much larger original that loses none of its punch. Shows that life is short and Hell is real. Discusses the certainty of death, the uncertainty of the time, the death of the sinner, of the negligent Christian and of the just and how different they are. Also the habit of sin, delusions of the Devil, Particular and General Judgments, the pains of Hell and its eternity, the remorse of the damned, etc. Powerful incentives to aim for Heaven! Impr. 146 pgs, PB No. 0810. Reg. 12.00 — Sale 9.60
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The Happiness Of Heaven
The Happiness Of Heaven
The Happiness Of Heaven. Shows how the joys of Heaven stem from the direct vision of God--the joys of the heart; of the mind; of physical beauty; of the senses; of friendship; and of perfect love of God. Tells of the magnificent variety in Heaven. How Mary Magdalen's glory exceeds that of many innocent souls; etc. Explains that a high degree of glory in Heaven is within the reach of all baptized souls; however poor; ignorant or insignificant they may be here. A marvelous book! No. 1006. Reg. 10.00 — Sale 5.00
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Purgatory Quizzes
Purgatory Quizzes
Purgatory Quizzes. 57 Questions and Answers on Purgatory--the doctrinal basis; evidence in Scripture and early Church; justice of; money for Masses; spiritual value of suffering for sin; Luther's error; etc. Arm yourself with the truth; and be able to refute the protestant errors you encounter all the time! No. 0171. Reg. 2.50 — Sale 2.00
Purgatory
Purgatory
Purgatory. Is Purgatory almost like Hell? Or is it a place of peace and even joy? The famous Fr. Faber explains both of these classic Catholic views of Purgatory, basing his discussion on Catholic teaching and the revelations of saintly souls, especially St. Catherine of Genoa, in her Treatise on Purgatory. Impr. 85 pgs, PB No. 1771. Reg. 6.00 — Sale 4.80
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Purgatory Explained
Purgatory Explained
Purgatory Explained. You would never dream so much is known about Purgatory. Not only is the basic teaching of the Church given here, but also countless true stories of apparitions and revelations on Purgatory from the lives of St. Margaret Mary, St. Gertrude, St. Bridget of Sweden, the Cure of Ars, St. Lidwina of Schiedam, etc. Makes one appreciate the value of confession, indulgences, and works of penance since they help us to avoid Purgatory, or at least to lessen our time there. No. 2122. Reg. 15.00 — Sale 12.00
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Attaining Salvation
Attaining Salvation
Attaining Salvation. For centuries, the promise of Eternal life has roused Saints to action and heroic virtue. St. Alphonsus Liguori gives us a timeless compass for our journey to Heaven. Written when the great Doctor of the Church was 77 years old, this treasury of reflections shines with the mature learning of a brilliant mind and a life filled with the study and service of God. The 45 short chapters cover a wide range of topics, including The Thought of Eternity, We Are Pilgrims on Earth, I Must One Day Die, The Mercy of God, Lukewarmness and Purity of Intention, and many more. St. Alphonsus Liguori at his best! No. 2185. Only 12.00
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Spiritual Doctrine of St. Catherine of Genoa
Spiritual Doctrine of St. Catherine of Genoa
Spiritual Doctrine of St. Catherine of Genoa. This great lay mystic reveals that the Gates of Heaven are actually wide open; but that souls choose not to go there unless they are perfect. If they are wicked (in mortal sin); they hurl themselves into Hell. If they die in the State of Grace; but with sins yet unexpiated; they hasten to the appropriate place in Purgatory. St. Catherine says that the sins we expiate in this life are paid for at a very small price indeed compared to what we will pay in Purgatory. A classic! No. 0228. Reg. 12.50 — Sale 6.25
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How To Avoid Purgatory
How To Avoid Purgatory
How To Avoid Purgatory. Easy ways to bypass Purgatory and go straight to Heaven. Many true stories. Says God's will is that everyone avoid Purgatory. Also, most people, every day, pass up many chances of doing little things to avoid Purgatory. Numerous examples. Most rewarding! No. 1188. Only 2.00
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