Faith & Family: The Magazine of Catholic Living - BOBBI's FAVORITE MAG!
Faith and Family is the magazine that brings out the mother in me! Imagine what you would see if a Martha Stewart- type (pre-scandal days) discovered the Truth and beauty of the Catholic faith, and you'd have a pretty good idea of this magazine! There are wonderful reader-friendly articles about the faith, family life, running the household, entertainment etc. F&F is also an excellent source of ideas for incorporating the liturgical season into your family life with special prayers/meditations, projects, and recipes. I love this mag! One year, 6 issues for $17.95. Order Faith & Family at Amazon.com OR for a free sample issue go to Faith and Family Mag.com or call 1-800-421-3230. (Bobbi)
Inside the Vatican - BRIAN'S FAVORITE MAG!
Inside the Vatican features in-depth articles on the Catholic faith, current issues facing the Church, Vatican news, as well as articles on theology, book reviews, and a monthly pictorial meditation. It is 100% Catholic and is loyal to the Magisterium and the Pope. The only downside is that the price recently went up, but we try to set aside money to help support worthy Catholic publications such as ITV. One year, 10 issues, $49.95. Order Inside the Vatican at Amazon.com. Or for a free sample issue go to Inside the Vatican.com or call 1-800-789-9494. (Brian)
National Catholic Register - BOBBI'S FAVORITE NEWSPAPER!
Of all the Catholic magazines and newspapers we receive, National Catholic Register is my favorite because it gives a weekly overview of what is happening in our nation, around the world and within the Church. It is written in a tone that is neither "liberal" nor "ultra traditional" but solid in the Catholic faith. NCR also contains social commentary, spiritual essays/ meditations, and a section of pro-life news. Their articles are excellent (without being over my head) and indepth (without being too long for my busy life). I highly recommend it! Half-year, 25 issues for 24.95 or 1-year, 50 issues for $59.95. Order National Catholic Register at Amazon.com or try the NCR Promo - four weeks (four issues) free. Go to NCRegister.com or call 1-800-421-3230. (Bobbi)
Our Sunday Visitor - BRIAN'S FAVORITE NEWSPAPER!
Our Sunday Visitor delivers a Catholic perspective on the world's events and issues. Find news, opinion, and spiritual guidance in this weekly news magazine. OSV is an excellent choice for Catholics who do not have a lot of time to read yet who want a weekly overview of world news and issues from a Catholic perspective. It is also an excellent choice for Catholics who want to learn more about the faith and Church teaching in a manner that is informative but easy to understand. Half-year, 26 issues for $18.95 or One year, 52 issues for $37.95. Order Our Sunday Visitor at Amazon.com or at OSV.com. (Bobbi)
I had heard of Crisis Magazine previously but I never read an issue until my sister started working for the magazine awhile ago. Now I wish I hadn't waited so long. The official mission statement of Crisis is "to interpret and shape the direction of contemporary culture from a standpoint of Catholic tradition. We are dedicated to the proposition that the crisis of modernity can be answered by a Christian humanism rooted in the teachings of the Catholic Church. We bring the wisdom of the Catholic tradition into direct dialogue with contemporary politics and culture." To put it simply, it explores culture, politics and current events from a Catholic perspective. The articles are excellent - intelligent and informative but not so "intellectual" that it is over my head. One year, 10 issues for $24.97. You can subscribe online at Crisis Magazine.com/subscribe.htm or you can call 1-800-852-9962. (Bobbi)
Family Foundations is the magazine of the Couple to Couple League International, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to building healthy families through Natural Family Planning. The magazine has recently been redesigned to look less like a newsletter and more like a "real" magazine with a full-colored cover. FF is included in the CCL membership, and it contains excellent articles and columns about married and family life. One year membership, which includes the subscription, is $29.00. To learn more go to ccli.org. (Bobbi)
The Magnificat daily missal is a small paperback that contains not only the daily readings of the Mass but daily prayers, meditations, and saint stories. It is an invaluable resource for those who want to more fully participate in the liturgical life of the Church! An annual subscription includes fourteen issues - one a month with a special issue for Holy Week and Christmas. Magnificat has also recently begun a Spanish version and a children's version for kids 7 - 12. One year, 14 issues for $39.95. Order Magnificat at Amazon.com. Or order a complimentary issue of Magnificat at Magnificat.net. (Bobbi)
I began reading This Rock years ago when I first came back to the faith. Some of the articles were a bit stuffy for me and I had a hard time understanding them but I kept plugging away. After a few years, This Rock was revamped and became much more user friendly. They have excellent articles covering apologetics and the faith as well as some awesome conversion stories. Karl (Keating) may not be as flashy as some, but he has an incredible dry wit and keen observation. I've long been a fan of Catholic Answers (and had the privilege of working there in '99) and This Rock magazine is another great work they are accomplishing! One year, 10 issues for $39.95. Order This Rock from Amazon.com. To find out more log onto Catholic.com or call 1 619-387-7200. (Bobbi)
True Girl, started by two Catholic moms, is a magazine of faith, life and fashion written for Catholic teenage girls that encourages love of God and the Church. Articles provide practical advice on relationships, real world skills, opportunities for service and positive Catholic role models. This Girl is a 24-page, 6-by-9-inch magazine that comes out six times a year. Cost is $18.95. Order True Girl at Amazon.com or at True Girl Online.com.