The Weird Catholic Handbook & 150 People, Places, and Things You Never Knew Were Catholic (2 Book Set)
- Fascinating & overlooked aspects of our Faith
- Peculiar & intriguing elements of our history
- Humor, curiosity, profound insights
- Collected stories, spiritual lessons, & inspiration
- Surprising look at 150 things you never knew were Catholic
- The wide-ranging and astounding impact of Catholicism
The Weird Catholic Handbook
Explore the strange, surprising, and spiritually rich corners of Catholic tradition in Weird Catholic Handbook by Michael Lichens. With wit and insight, Lichens leads readers through tales of saints fighting monsters, bone chapels, incorrupt bodies, exorcisms, and miracles—stories that are as odd as they are inspiring.
Rooted in solid research and told with warmth and humor, this book isn’t just about curiosities; it reveals the deep truths behind them and how they’ve shaped the Church. A perfect read for Catholics, seekers, or anyone who finds beauty in the bizarre.
Inside, you’ll find:
- Saints facing dragons, sea monsters, and heroic trials
- The meaning behind relics, ossuaries, and incorruptibles
- Ghost stories and spiritual warfare from Church history
- Miracles like bilocation, levitation, and stigmata
- A refreshing look at faith through the weird and wonderful
Discover how the peculiar parts of Catholicism can lead to awe, wonder, and deeper devotion.
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150 People, Places, and Things You Never Knew Were Catholic
Good luck getting through an entire day without experiencing the impact of Catholicism. Woken up by an alarm or checked the time? The mechanical clock was invented in the tenth century by a monk who became pope.
A bowl of cereal for breakfast? Your milk is safe thanks to Louis Pasteur, a devout Catholic whose research was driven by a love of God and humanity. Knock on wood? It’s actually an ancient Catholic practice invoking the power of the Cross when facing trouble or danger.
Each entry in 150 People, Places, and Things You Never Knew Were Catholic is rich with detail and nuance. Here are Catholic stories full of drama, decisions, and inspiration.
The fruits of our Catholic Faith are all around us, and the ways in which the Church has shaped history and the secular world can be found in science, art, pop culture, sports, and more. Our most enduring (and endearing) customs, pastimes, practices, and institutions often can be traced back to an inventive, resourceful Catholic.
You’ll discover things you never knew — and come away with inspiration for how you, too, can impact the world.
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