Bibles

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Need a bible? Try these!

Blessed is She Journaling BibleIdeal for women seeking a deeper, more intentional walk with Christ

  • Single column layout for clear and focused reading
  • Wide margins for journaling, notes, prayer, and art
  • New Revised Standard Version: Catholic Edition (NRSV-CE)
  • Inspirational artwork
  • Imprimatur approved (faithful to Catholic teaching)

Word on Fire BibleDesigned for anyone reading the Bible seriously for the first time

  • Single column layout and large font
  • Explanations and interpretations on Bible text
  • New Revised Standard Version: Catholic Edition (NRSV-CE)
  • Dozens of selections of religious art
  • Made from carefully chosen materials from around the world

The Ignatius Study BibleThe ‘Go-To’ resource for lay Catholics wanting to go deeper in Scripture

  • Intros, outlines, footnotes, topical essays, word studies, and cross references to the Catechism
  • Charts on figures in the bible
  • 50+ maps showing geography of the Bible
  • Revised Standard Version, Second Catholic Edition (RSV-SCE)
  • Edited by Scott Hahn (St. Paul Center) and Curtis J. Mitch (Augustine Institute)

Bible in a Year PodcastFor the audio learner

  • Narration and explanation by Fr. Mike Schmitz
  • Follows the reading plan inspired by the Great Adventure Bible
  • 20-25 minute listening time
  • Revised Standard Version, Second Catholic Edition (RSV-SCE)

Angelus

Let us therefore resolve, especially during these summer days of vacation, to make room for listening to, reading, and meditating on the Word of God, thereby fostering—together with rest and wholesome recreation — meaningful moments of silence and prayer. In this way, we shall return to our usual activities renewed in body and spirit, ready to proclaim the Good News of the Gospel and ever more capable of contributing to the growth of the Kingdom of God.” — Pope Leo XIV, July 12, 2026

Return Here
“On July 31, the Church celebrates the feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Jesuits and one of history’s greatest spiritual teachers… he also taught generations of Christians a remarkably simple way to read the Bible.”

How to put yourself in the Bible, thanks to St. Ignatius of Loyola || Scott Hahn

Many of us approach Scripture as students. We want to know what happened, what the words mean, or what lesson we should take away. Those are good questions. But Ignatius invites us to ask another: What if I were there?

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