The Air We Breathe: The Mariology of Catherine Doherty by Fr. Denis Lemieux

Come sit at Mary's feet and allow her to teach you all the paths of joy and surrender, along with Catherine and Fr. Lemieux, who is one of her spiritual children.

Apostolic Farming: Healing the Earth by Catherine Doherty

Drawing on experience of her father's extensive farm in twentieth century Russia, Catherine Doherty pleads for integrity in making the earth fecund with healthy foods.

Be Always Little: Christian Fables for Young and Old by Jude Fischer

Wondrous, enchanting tales of children, animals, songs, stars, trees and objects of everyday life, as well as stories adapted from events recorded in the Bible and the tales of Elizabeth York.

Beginning Again: Recovering your Innocence and Joy through Confession

Catherine Doherty and the Catechism of the Catholic Church will show you the healing joy and spiritual restoration that awaits in confession, the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation.

Bogoroditza: She Who Gave Birth to God by Catherine Doherty

Draws a portrait of the Mother of God that makes her unselfish service to the Trinity, simplicity, integrity, silence and fidelity appealing to all. We are led to Mary's essential “school of love.”

Byzantine Church and Culture by Archbishop Joseph Raya

The grace, splendor, dignity, history, and culture of the Byzantine Church can be discoverd in this overview of its development in Byzantium, relationship to the Byzantine Empire, and early history.

Catherine de Hueck Doherty: Essential Writings by Catherine Doherty

These writings highlight her distinctive spirituality, emphasizing the presence of God, the practice of prayer, a love for the church, and a deep apprehension of the social dimension of the gospel.

Catherine's Friends by Father Robert Wild

The foundress of Madonna House and her friendships with G.K. Chesterton, Dorothy Day, Thomas Merton, Father Paul of Graymoor, Jean Vanier and Vladimir Soloviev.

Celebration! Reflections on The Divine and Holy Liturgy by Archbishop Raya

Profoundly felt and beautifully written meditations on the Divine Liturgy and its significance as an earthly paradise and a taste of Heaven, a garden of living truth, and a place of rebirth.

Christmas: Birth of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ by Archbishop Raya

The events of Christ’s birth and his early private life as we encounter them in the scriptures, gaze upon their icons, and study the history of their celebration in the liturgy.

Compassionate Fire by Catherine Doherty and Thomas Merton

This volume of warm, candid correspondence traces nearly three decades of friendship through thirty-one surviving letters — fourteen written by Merton, and seventeen by Doherty.

Comrades Stumbling Along by Catherine Doherty and Dorothy Day

Catherine and Dorothy had a beautiful adventure of friendship. This presentation of their letters is meant to supply a somewhat forgotten chapter in the history of the apostolic laity of North America.

A Cricket in My Heart: An Autobiography by Eddie Doherty

Eddie tells the story of his later years — it's the tale of a world-famous reporter, a star-crossed romance with a Russian Baroness, and the foundation of the Madonna House Apostolate.

Dear Father: A Message of Love for Priests by Catherine Doherty

Will challenge, encourage, reassure and inspire any priest or aspiring priest. Also perfect for seminarians or laypeople who want to develop a deeper understanding of the priesthood.

Dear Seminarian: On Becoming a Shepherd of Souls by Catherine Doherty

For the student anxious to learn how best to do the work of the Lord. Urges seminarians to prepare to fill the need for spiritual direction and for teaching the beauty and fulness of God.

The Divine and Holy Liturgy of Saint John Chrysostom by Archbishop Raya

A stirring new translation of the Liturgy that is a cornerstone of the Eastern Church, the jewel and centerpiece of Byzantine spirituality. A celebration of the most sacred Mystery of Christian faith.

Donkey Bells: Advent and Christmas by Catherine Doherty

Meaningful and heartwarming stories, customs which you can adopt into your own Christmas celebration, and earthy and inspiring meditations to prepare the entire family for Christ's coming.

An Experience of God: Identification with Christ by Catherine Doherty

Selected spiritually autobiographical writings of Catherine Doherty, highlighting her love for Christ in the poor, her intercession for the Church, and her contemplation of the mysteries of our times.

The Eyes of the Gospel by Archbishop Joseph Raya

Archbishop Joseph Raya's heartfelt, passionate song of love for God, and for the Byzantine way of life in Christ. An engaging introduction to the spirituality of the Eastern Churches.

Fathering: Building the New Civilization of Love by Christopher de Vinck

Discloses the majesty of fatherhood as a spiritual vocation. Christopher de Vinck finds scriptural and traditional support for the father's glorious role as protector and guardian of his family.

Fragments of My Life: A Memoir by Catherine Doherty

A journey into Catherine's life, disclosing the mysteries of world events that shaped her; the mysteries of her leadership and her marriage; and, most of all, the mysteries of God's love.

Gall and Honey: The Story of a Newspaperman by Eddie Doherty

Read why this amazing man—a competitive professional, passionate lover, cosmopolitan traveller, enjoyer of the good things in life—left the Church in fury and pain; but returned later in tears of joy.

Getting to Know God by Eddie Doherty

Eddie Doherty's infectious trust in God—and his ability to see his loving hand everywhere—will show you the way to live your everyday life with new familiarity with God.

God Acts We React: An Approach to Liturgical Prayer by Msgr. Thomas Rowland

Participate in a more informed way in the Eucharist, the other Sacraments, the Liturgy of the Hours, Adoration of the Eucharist, all the official prayer of the Church—our offering of thanks and praise.

God Calls Me Miriam by Miriam Elizabeth Stulberg

The spiritual journey of a Jewish Christian, struggling with crippling disease and bonding with gulag survivors in post-Soviet Russia.

God in the Nitty-Gritty Life by Catherine Doherty

Let these short meditations open to you a new facet of simple, daily gospel living. Taken as a whole, they will give you an excellent introduction to Catherine Doherty's spirituality.

Going Home by Fr. Denis Lemieux

A reflection on the parable of the prodigal son in the light of the teaching of Catherine de Hueck Doherty.

Grace in Every Season: Through the Year with Catherine Doherty

Provides an excellent introduction to the main themes of Catherine Doherty's spirituality and a wide selection of her writings. This seasonal devotional book is arranged for easy daily meditation.

I Believe: Living the Apostles' Creed by Father Émile Brière

In this small book geared towards young people, Father Émile Brière sheds light on our understanding of the Apostles' Creed -- it comes alive as we hear it applied to daily life.

I Live Now, Not I: Life becomes the mystery of Love in Christ by Fr. Patrick McNulty

Drawing on Catholic tradition, Fr. Pat guides us through the veil of our own wounds, sins, and history and calls us to look beyond what could have been, should have been and perhaps must yet be.

In the Footprints of Loneliness: When you hear an echo in your heart

Loneliness is a part of the journey of faith. But in the depths of every heart there is a garden enclosed: this garden is Gethsemane, and the enclosure is a meeting place for the Beloved, God.

In the Furnace of Doubts: When you've lost your answers by Catherine Doherty

Doubts come to everyone—but you are not alone. Catherine knew many of the fears, doubts and anxieties of our times, and here she shares meditations which offer consolation and reassurance.

Inflamed by Love: Meditations for Spiritual Pilgrims by Jean Fox

The Director General of Women for Madonna House brings us a powerful collection of meditations, arranged into topical chapters, which will help you to open up new horizons in your spiritual life.

Journey to the Heart of Christ: The Little Mandate of God by Father Robert Wild

In this extensive work, Father Wild has compiled a simple, straightforward introduction to the spirituality of Catherine Doherty as synthesized in what she liked to call her Little Mandate.

The Life of Catherine de Hueck Doherty booklet by Mary Bazzett

The life of Catherine de Hueck Doherty is an adventure story through two World Wars, the Russian Revolution, the Great Depression, the U.S. Civil Rights movement, and the 2nd Vatican Council.

The Life of Eddie Doherty booklet by Mary Bazzett

Eddie Doherty lived hard and fast as a newspaper reporter—but by the end of his amazing life, he had co-founded the Madonna House Apostolate and had been ordained a Melkite Catholic priest.

The Life of Father John T. Callahan booklet by Marian Heiberger

To touch Father Cal, to see his life, was to know compassion and the mercy of Jesus Christ. He let himself become nothing so that Jesus Christ could become everything. He let grace happen.

Listen to the Spirit—He Will Lead You: A Calendar/Reflection Journal

Beauty and solid spiritual reflections in a calendar journal to nourish your faith life each day of the year. Featuring quotations from the works of Catherine Doherty and colour nature photography.

Living the Gospel Without Compromise by Catherine Doherty

In this hard-hitting book, Catherine Doherty turns the insecurity and fear of the modern world on its head, showing you how cultivating ‘holy insecurity’ could be your most reliable path to peace.

A Long Way from Welcome: A Mystery in Paris by Echo Lewis

Small-town Maggie McGilligan and city-born-and-raised Jean-Louis Gagnon team up in Paris, France to match wits with phantom criminals they've never met—or have they?

Marriage: A Fountain of Grace by Rosalie McPhee

Both married and single people will find essential wisdom within, as you explore Scripture, the teachings of the Church, and the writings of Catherine Doherty on the institution of marriage.

Matt Talbot by Eddie Doherty

Fighting alcoholism, poverty, and the turmoil of Irish life at the turn of the century, Matt Talbot humbly leads us to the Mother of God. He may soon be declared one of Ireland's greatest saints.

Moments of Grace: From the Writings of Catherine Doherty by Catherine Doherty

You can experience a new little moment of grace each day of the year with this desktop spiral-bound flip calendar featuring popular quotations from the writings of Catherine Doherty.

Molchanie: Experiencing the Silence of God by Catherine Doherty

In language poetic and meditative yet direct and simple, you too can discover the great sea of the silence of God and find yourself plunged into his infinite love.

Mothering: Becoming the Heart of the Home by Rosalie McPhee

Explores the sanctuary of love that God intends the family to be. Rosalie shares telling anecdotes from her experiences as a mother and emphasizes that mothering is a mission of service and love.

My Russian Yesterdays by Catherine Doherty

Will the faith of Holy Russia help renew the faith of the West? Catherine’s zeal for bringing people to Christ led her to write about the Christian customs of the Russia of her childhood.

Not Without Parables: Tales of Yesterday, Today, Eternity by Catherine Doherty

A heatwarming collection of amazing stories and parables from the life and work of Catherine Doherty. A magic fireside of symbol and myth, of fantasy and stark reality.

On the Cross of Rejection: When your heart is pierced by Catherine Doherty

If you want to follow Jesus, you must walk with him to a place where you will face the ultimate rejection: Christ occupied one side of the cross—you must be crucified on the other side.

Our Lady of Combermere booklet with writings by Catherine and Eddie Doherty

Our Lady of Combermere hastens with arms open wide to welcome and embrace every human soul, and to bring them closer to her Son, Jesus Christ. Includes the poem, song, prayer and litany.

Our Lady's Unknown Mysteries by Catherine Doherty

One of the simplest — and yet most profound — of Catherine Doherty's writings, it consists of meditations, poetry, prose and prayer.

The People of the Towel and Water by Catherine Doherty

We begin with the basics of our faith as Catherine communicated them — the Incarnation, the Mystical Body, the Eucharist, Our Lady, etc. — the School of Love.

Poustinia: Encountering God in Silence, Solitude, Prayer by Catherine Doherty

Catherine Doherty's critically-acclaimed and timeless best-seller — Poustinia is the modern spiritual classic for those seeking the open heart and listening soul of a silent, prayerful contemplation.

Season of Mercy: Lent and Easter by Catherine Doherty

Catherine Doherty leads us into the riches of God's boundless mercy as she teaches us the spirit, the liturgy, and the customs and traditions of the Lent and Easter season.

Seekers of Truth: Finding the Faith by Rosalie McPhee

Rosalie McPhee's remarkable story of her journey from darkness to the light of the Catholic Church. A story for all, but particularly for youth who are finding their way, and making the Faith their own.

She Is Our Response by Father Denis Raymond Lemieux

The Virgin Mary and the Church's Encounter with Modernity in the Writings of Joseph Ratzinger. Presents his vision of Mary as the one who shows the true face of humanity to the modern world.

Sobornost: Experiencing Unity of Mind, Heart and Soul by Catherine Doherty

Discover how your heart can be softened and opened to the transforming reality of the Holy Trinity dwelling within you, in our modern age of loneliness, alienation, and fragmentation.

Soul of My Soul: Coming to the Heart of Prayer by Catherine Doherty

Drawing on her years of reflection on Eastern and Western spiritual masters, Catherine offers encouragment for growing in our prayer life and shows how to develop an intimate life with God.

Splendor of Sorrow: The Seven Sorrows of the Mother of God by Eddie Doherty

Saints accompany 'the Blindman' through the events of Christ's life and death, teaching, consoling, and giving him—and us—eyes to see the splendor of love and sorrow that shines forth from them.

Strannik: The Call to the Pilgrimage of the Heart by Catherine Doherty

Learn how to fulfill the hunger and dream of the pilgrimage that we must all take to unity with God. The true pilgrim begins by looking within the self, where God already is.

The Stations of the Cross: In the Footsteps of the Passion by Catherine Doherty

Pilgrimage with Catherine Doherty to the fourteen stations of the Way of the Cross. A powerful devotional on the Passion of Christ with Scripture, meditations and prayers that you can follow.

Theophany and Sacraments of Initiation by Archbishop Joseph Raya

A comprehensive introduction to the three sacraments that mark our entry into the fullness of the Christian life: Baptism, Confirmation (or Chrismation), and the Eucharist.

Theotokos: Mother of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ by Archbishop Raya

Archbishop Raya presents the Church’s teaching about Mary. Scripture and tradition, the events of her life, her icons and feast days and Akathist hymn, and her role in our Christian life.

They Called Her the Baroness: The Life of Catherine Doherty by Lorene Duquin

A wonderfully absorbing, professionally researched biography of Catherine Doherty which is most of all a grippingly readable tale. An adventurous love story of one soul’s journey into God.

Transfiguration of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ by Archbishop Joseph Raya

Reflections on the feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord, the manifestations of Christ, and the spiritual and mystical meaning of the feast. A glimpse of the transfigured face of Christ!

True Devotion to Mary by St. Louis de Montfort, adapted by Eddie Doherty

Eddie Doherty's modern adaptation of this popular classic shows how to live more closely in conformance with the teachings of Jesus Christ through the emulation of his mother, Mary.

Tumbleweed: A Biography of Catherine Doherty by Eddie Doherty

Vividly portrays Catherine's early life in Russia, her harrowing escape to freedom during the Revolution, her life as a refugee in North America, and her calling to the lay apostolate.

Urodivoi: Holy Fools by Catherine Doherty

The prophetic call of a modern fool for Christ. Learn why humility is the foundation of the spiritual journey, and how to become one forever with the humble, glorified Christ.

Wisdom's Fool: A Biography of St. Louis de Montfort by Eddie Doherty

Saint Louis-Marie Grignion de Montfort: Priest, poet, founder of Religious Congregations, miracle worker, preacher of the Cross and prophet of the Reign of Christ through Mary.

Fragments of My Life: A Memoir by Catherine Doherty

A journey into Catherine’s life, disclosing the mysteries of world events that shaped her; the mysteries of her leadership and her marriage; and, most of all, the mysteries of God’s love.
Read by Helen Porthouse.

Fundamentals of the Spiritual Life by Fr. Denis Lemieux

Drawing on the wisdom of the Catholic Church, Fr. Denis draws you into a living encounter with Christ. 10 lectures on CD with study guide.
Presented by Fr. Denis Lemieux.

Not Without Parables by Catherine Doherty

A heatwarming collection of amazing stories and parables from the life and work of Catherine Doherty. A magic fireside of symbol and myth, of fantasy and stark reality.
Read by Madonna House Staff.

Poustinia: Encountering God in Silence, Solitude, Prayer by Catherine Doherty

Catherine Doherty's critically-acclaimed and timeless best-seller — Poustinia is the modern spiritual classic for those seeking the open heart and listening soul of a silent contemplation.
Read by Father Émile Brière.

The Secret of Mary by St. Louis de Montfort, adapted by Eddie Doherty

As Saint Louis de Montfort explains in this classic work on true devotion, God is everywhere; but nowhere is he closer to us, and more adapted to our humanity, than in the Virgin Mary.
Read by Father Jim Duffy

Sobornost: Experiencing Unity of Mind, Heart and Soul by Catherine Doherty

Discover how your heart can be softened and opened to the transforming reality of the Holy Trinity dwelling within you, in our modern age of loneliness, alienation, and fragmentation.
Read by Father Patrick McNulty.

Strannik: The Call to the Pilgrimage of the Heart by Catherine Doherty

Learn how to fulfill the hunger and dream of the pilgrimage that we must all take to unity with God. The true pilgrim begins by looking within the self, where God already is.
Read by Mark Schlingerman.

True Devotion to Mary by St. Louis de Montfort, adapted by Eddie Doherty

Provides meditations and excercises which can bring you a life lived more closely in conformance with the teachings of Christ, through the emulation of the perfect virtues of his mother, Mary.
Read by Father Jim Duffy

Madonna House: The People of the Towel & Water

This video tells the story of Madonna House, its founders and its members, “the people of the towel and water.” It explores their daily experience, their fearless witness in the world. Seen on EWTN.

A Woman in Love: A Docudrama on the Life of Catherine Doherty

You will be able to watch as God shapes Catherine into a bonfire of his love — and through interviews with her friends, you will see this love transform the lives of those around her.

Madonna House: The Music of Advent and Christmas Vespers

A dozen beautiful musical selections from the Madonna House Advent celebrations, and a recording of Christmas Vespers, complete with prayers, psalms, readings, and songs.

River of Grace

Written over a period of 30 years, Trudy Moessner's songs are the fruit of a vocation inspired by the walk and vision of Catherine Doherty.

Our Mother's Lullabies: Traditional Lullabies from all ages for all ages

A lullaby is a soothing, rhythmic song meant to calm and ease a baby to sleep, but it is a form of sacred music. It finds its origin in love, who is God, flowing through the voice of the mother.