True Reformers: Saints of the Catholic Reformation

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Who are the true benefactors of the human race? Explorers? Scientists? Revolutionaries? Rebels against established authority? . . . or the saints?

True Reformers explores in detail the leaders who led the Church’s rebirth from the ashes of Renaissance decadence and the turbulence and confusion caused by the Protestant Reformation. The saints of the Catholic Reformation show us just how powerful—and beautiful—is the human heart’s free response to God’s generous grace.

Featured Saints

St. Catherine of Genoa
St. Thomas More
St. Ignatius of Loyola
St. Francis Xavier
St. Philip Neri
St. Charles Borromeo
St. Pius V
St. Teresa of Avila
St. John of the Cross
St. Francis de Sales

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Cover: Paperback
Dimensions: 5.25 x 8
236 pages
Note: This is a full-length book and is different from the study guide for the video-based study program of the same title.

Praise for True Reformers

“In every age one encounters a cloud of witnesses whose lives articulate its deepest longings. This penetrating analysis—marked by spiritual, historical, and cultural insight—introduces the vibrant personalities who so clearly understood the larger implications hidden beneath the surface in the era of the European Reformations.”

– Don J. Briel, Bl. John Henry Newman Chair, University of Mary

“These stunning portraits of ten very great saints show the beauty of God’s grace shining through the lives of his closest friends. The path marked out by the True Reformers of the sixteenth century is the path we still need to walk in the twenty?first: the steep and narrow path of holiness.”

– Christopher O. Blum, Ph.D., Academic Dean and Professor of History and Philosophy, Augustine Institute

“To read these accounts is a kind of retreat. It provides an opportunity to reflect on our love of God, our prayer life, and the mission God has given each of us in light of our spiritual teachers.”

– Jonathan J. Reyes, Executive Director, of the Departement of Justice, Peace, and Human Development of the USCCB

Who Am I to Judge? - Study Guide (5-Pack)

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Forgiven - Study Guide (5-Pack)

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Forgiven: The Transforming Power of Confession provides the Church’s teaching about the Sacrament of Reconciliation, including a practical “walk through” of what happens in the confessional and how every moment connects to Scripture, Catholic Tradition, and God’s passionate desire to be with you.

This 50-page Study Guide teaches you to participate more fully in the Sacrament of Confession, and provides time-tested tools and advice to make your experience of Confession a life-changing encounter with God’s healing mercy.

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Lectio: Eucharist - Study Guide (5-Pack)

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The study guide for Eucharist: Discovering the Mass in the Bible is the key to getting the full Lectio experience. This powerful resource was created to lead you deeper into Scripture as you read, reflect, and respond. Beautifully and thoughtfully crafted, this personal Study Guide that leads you deeper into the mystery of the Eucharist and provides you with 212 pages of incredible content.

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True Reformers - Kit

Get the full experience of True Reformers with this Kit including the DVD box set (six episodes on three DVDs) and the corresponding Study Guide.

In True Reformers, Dr. Christopher Blum explores the lives of six saints who spearheaded the Church’s rebirth after the turbulence and confusion caused by the Protestant Reformation. You’ll want to stay friends with them for life, even unto eternity, as you discover that their call to return to the adventure of following Christ is just as compelling today as it was 500 years ago.

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The 52-page Study Guide was created to deepen your understanding of the Church’s response to the Protestant Reformation through her saints. It features:

   • introductions, prayers, and inspirational insights
   • outlines and guidance through the video-based sessions
   • impactful questions for small group discussion and personal reflection
   • suggested resources for continued study and fuller understanding

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True Reformers - DVD Set

This six-episode series explores the lives of Saints Ignatius of Loyola, Thomas More, Francis de Sales, Philip Neri, Charles Borromeo, and Teresa of Avila. As True Reformers introduces you to these great saints, you’ll want to stay friends with them for life, even unto eternity, as you discover how they spearheaded the Church’s rebirth after the turbulence and confusion caused by the Protestant Reformation.

Join Dr. Christopher Blum in the first comprehensive study program to present a specifically Catholic worldview that addresses the Protestant Reformation, 500 years later. True Reformers is ideal for adult faith formation, men’s and women’s groups, catechist formation, and young adult ministries and features six episodes on three DVDs.

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Episode Listing:

Episode 1: Saint Thomas More and the Age of the Author
Episode 2: Saint Ignatius of Loyola: Soldier for Christ
Episode 3: Saint Philip Neri, the Apostle of Joy
Episode 4: Saint Charles Borromeo, the Good Shepherd
Episode 5: Saint Teresa of Àvila, a Study in Perseverance
Episode 6: Saint Francis de Sales: Pastor of Souls

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Understanding The Lord's Prayer

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The Lord's Prayer is the centerpiece of the most famous sermon ever preached - the Sermon on the Mount. The Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches that this prayer "is truly the summary of the whole Gospel." Blending scripture with the incredible insights of the early Church Fathers, Dr. Scott Hahn helps us discover the critical importance of this prayer in our daily journey of faith.