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What does it mean to live with courage, purpose, and holiness in today’s world?In The JPII Field Guide, Jackie and Bobby...
08/07/2026

What does it mean to live with courage, purpose, and holiness in today’s world?

In The JPII Field Guide, Jackie and Bobby Angel invite you on an eight-day retreat inspired by the life and wisdom of St. John Paul II. Through prayer and reflection, you’ll explore his enduring call to reject fear, embrace your God-given mission, and become the saint you were created to be.

Your path forward begins with one courageous step. 🥾

The JPII Field Guide is now available for preorder at https://www.avemariapress.com/products/the-jpii-field-guide.

08/06/2026

Some journeys change more than your destination.

In Hiking the Camino, Fr. Dave Pivonka invites you to walk beside him through 500 miles of blistered feet, unexpected friendships, doubt, perseverance, and profound grace.

Along the way, he discovers what every disciple eventually learns: faith isn’t sustained by excitement alone. It’s choosing to keep walking—even when the road is long, the way ahead is unclear, and you’re tempted to give up.

🥾 Keep walking.
🎒 Travel lighter.
🙏 Trust that God is with you—step by step, mile by mile.

Learn more and preorder your copy of Hiking the Camino today at https://www.avemariapress.com/products/hiking-the-camino.

St. John Vianney never considered himself especially gifted—but he understood that holiness begins with simply giving Go...
08/04/2026

St. John Vianney never considered himself especially gifted—but he understood that holiness begins with simply giving God everything. 🙏

As the humble Curé of Ars, he transformed a small French parish through prayer, sacrifice, preaching, and an extraordinary devotion to the Eucharist and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. He spent countless hours in the confessional, patiently helping others encounter the mercy of Christ.

Today, St. John Vianney is honored as the patron saint of parish priests. On his feast day, let us pray for the priests who celebrate the sacraments, accompany us through life’s joys and sorrows, and faithfully lead their communities closer to Jesus.

May St. John Vianney’s example remind us that God can accomplish remarkable things through a humble and willing heart.

St. John Vianney, pray for us—and for all our priests. 🤍

What if you could read a letter written by the devil himself?That’s the brilliant premise behind C.S. Lewis’s The Screwt...
08/03/2026

What if you could read a letter written by the devil himself?

That’s the brilliant premise behind C.S. Lewis’s The Screwtape Letters—a book that reveals the subtle ways temptation works in our everyday lives.

In Wiser Than Serpents, Andrew Swafford revisits Lewis’s classic and explores what these unforgettable letters can teach us about resisting temptation, growing in holiness, and deepening our trust in God’s grace.

Now we want to know: What’s your favorite C.S. Lewis book?

(The Screwtape Letters? Mere Christianity? The Great Divorce? Something else?)

Share yours below!

Today we celebrate Sts. Anne and Joachim, the parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary and grandparents of Jesus. Their feast ...
07/26/2026

Today we celebrate Sts. Anne and Joachim, the parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary and grandparents of Jesus. Their feast reminds us that faith is first nurtured at home--through the loving example, patient teaching, and faithful witness of parents and grandparents. 💛

“Blessed are your eyes, because they see, and your ears, because they hear.” - Matthew 13:16

In that same spirit of forming faith within the family, First Reconciliation and Beyond and First Communion and Beyond help parents accompany their children through two of life’s most important sacramental milestones—and continue living those graces together long after the celebration. Find these titles and more for Catholic families at https://www.avemariapress.com/collections/family-parenting 📗📘

Bring the conversation home and help your child’s faith take root. Save 25% with code FAITH250 through July 31! ✨ Shop now at avemariapress.com.

Today we celebrate the Feast of St. James the Greater--apostle, martyr, and patron saint of pilgrims. 🐚Jesus taught that...
07/25/2026

Today we celebrate the Feast of St. James the Greater--apostle, martyr, and patron saint of pilgrims. 🐚

Jesus taught that true greatness is found in faithful service: "Whoever wishes to be great among you shall be your servant." - Matthew 20:26

St. James reminds us to keep walking by faith, even when the road is long and the destination is unclear.

Celebrate with a meaningful companion: in the forthcoming Hiking the Camino: Stories and Lessons from Walking 500 Miles with Jesus, Fr. Dave Pivonka shares the grace and struggle he found walking the ancient pilgrimage route to St. James's tomb.

Preorder now and save 25% with code FAITH250 at avemariapress.com.

Hurry! Offer ends July 31. 🥾✨

07/24/2026

What does it really mean to live on mission? 🌎✨

On this episode of Ave Spotlight, Oscar welcomes Andy Churray, president of Vagabond Missions, for a powerful conversation about bringing the Gospel beyond the church walls--and into communities where young people are too often overlooked.

Vagabond Missions keeps evangelization simple:

🤝 Make a friend
❤️ Be a friend
✝️ Bring a friend to Christ

Andy reminds us that mission is not built on flashy programs or completed checklists. It begins with presence, authentic relationships, and the courage to go where others may not.

Three takeaways from the conversation:

✨ Mission begins with relationships.
🕊️ Create space to truly see and accompany people.
❤️ Let grace come before the checklist.

Listen to 'Beyond the Church Walls' and discover how Christ’s love can overflow through ordinary friendship and faithful presence. 🎧

"I have seen the Lord." - John 20:18 🌅Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Mary Magdalene--the faithful disciple who rema...
07/22/2026

"I have seen the Lord." - John 20:18 🌅

Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Mary Magdalene--the faithful disciple who remained near Jesus through his suffering and became the first to encounter the risen Christ. Sent to share the joyful news of the Resurrection, she is honored as the “Apostle to the Apostles.”

St. Mary Magdalene, help us seek Christ with faithful hearts, recognize him in our midst, and boldly proclaim the hope of the Resurrection. Pray for us! ❤️

07/10/2026

Searching for a faith-filled way to celebrate America’s 250th? 🇺🇸✨📚

Explore the Catholic people, places, and stories woven throughout our nation’s history—from sacred basilicas and pilgrimage sites ⛪🧭 to courageous women of the Church and military families living their faith with hope. 🙏❤️

For a limited time, save 25% OFF sitewide at avemariapress.com with code FAITH250. 🎉🇺🇸

Hurry! Sale ends July 31. ⏰

Celebrate 250 Years of Faith in America—One Basilica at a Time. 🇺🇸⛪Journey through all 94 Catholic basilicas in the Unit...
07/10/2026

Celebrate 250 Years of Faith in America—One Basilica at a Time. 🇺🇸⛪

Journey through all 94 Catholic basilicas in the United States with Basilicas: A Pilgrim's Guide to America's Most Remarkable Catholic Churches.

Discover the beauty, history, sacred art, and spiritual richness of these extraordinary churches—places where faith, architecture, and pilgrimage come together.

Whether you're planning a Catholic road trip, dreaming of a future pilgrimage, or simply want to experience the story of the Church in America in a new way, this guide is the perfect companion.

✨ Preorder today and save 25% OFF with code FAITH250 at https://www.avemariapress.com/products/basilicas. Offer ends July 31.

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