Books

THe Life and Spirituality of Venerable Solanus Casey

By Michael H. Crosby, O.F.M. Cap

Paperback.

Ddedicated to the lives of Padre Pio, Solanus Casey, and Andre Bessette

Paperback.

The Life of Father Solanus Casey, Capuchin

Including new photos, an update on the Cause, and reflections from living members of Fr. Solanus' family.

By James Patrick Derum

Paperback. 312 pages

Take a journey through the Solanus Casey Center and see what thousands of pilgrims have experienced. Walk with the spirit of St. Francis, in the Creation Garden. Enter through the Christ Doors to encounter eight contemporary figures reflecting the Beatitudes. Get a glimpse of the Casey Family history. Visit the Wall of Saints and the Works of Mercy as you near the Tomb of Fr. Solanus. Beautifully written and photographed, this book is a must have.

Concept and Text by Edward Foley, Capuchin Development and design by Maria Mariottini Photographs by James Hollingsworth

This is a short, informative biography of this beloved American Capuchin written by confrere Brother Leo Wollenweber who worked with Solanus in the monastery office. Packed with personal recollections and results of Br. Leo’s research as Vice-Postulator of the Cause for Canonization, it is written as a simple “word portrait” of a modern St. Francis who spent his life in the service of people. The extraordinary life of this ordinary man brought hope and guidance to thousands of troubled souls with his simple definition of religion: “Our happy relationship and providential dependence upon God and our neighbor.”

Now Available in Arabic

By Br. Leo Wollenweber

Paperback. 167 pages

The Official Account of a Virtuous Life.

Edited by, Michael Crosby OFM Cap

Paperback. 275 pages

God bless you and yours, Letters from Solanus Casey, OFM Cap.

Selected and edited by Sister Bernadine Casey, SNJM

Paperback. 306 pages

The Story of Solanus Casey, O.F.M. Cap
First American-born Male Declared Venerable!
UPDATED

Catherine M. Odell
Paperback. 266 pages

This pamphlet tells the Story of Father Solanus Casey Capuchin. For more than five decades, Father Solanus Casey sat at his doorkeeper's desk. His was an unusual but effective priesthood.

30 pages

Through this tale of two children--Gina and Jose--learn about the life, ministry, and memory of Father Solanus Casey.  This beautifully illustrated comic book tells the story of Gina, a little girl who is troubled about the sickness of her grandmother.  Her friend Jose takes Gina to meet his own grandmother who tells of the simple life of Father Solanus, who was and is a powerful intercessor with God for the sick and poor.

Written by Capuchin Br. Jack Rathschmidt and illustrated by Linda Rowley Blue.
32 full-color pages

A selection of his thoughts taken from his
personal letters and arranged according to various themes, is but a sample for our inspiration. May his words inspire us with a deeper love of God and a grateful appreciation for all the wonderful works of God.

Booklet, 33 pages

Learn about the life of Father Solanus as you color 32 pages in this exciting new coloring book. It is a great way to introduce children and grandchildren to Father Solanus.

Good Morning, God: The Story of Fr. Solanus Casey, Capuchin Friar, a new children's book authored by Gaynell Cronin with Capuchin friar Jack Rathschmidt and illustrated by Capuchin friar Michael Gaffney, is now available at the Solanus Casey Center.

“We wanted children to have a colorful, easy to read book that captures the holiness of Father Solanus,” co-author friar Jack Rathschmidt explains. “Father Solanus' holy life was holy because he listened to others with compassion and kindness. These are lessons that children can understand. We wanted to convey Father Solanus' attention to creation, family, people in need and his attention to God.”

“We can all emulate Father Solanus,” book illustrator friar Michael Gaffney adds. “Father Solanus' devotion to his family…whether it was his Wisconsin family with 15 brothers and sisters or his Capuchin family with brothers from New York to Montana…he was a brother to everyone he met.”

Capuchin friar Jack Rathschmidt concludes, “That's what made Father Solanus so special, so holy. He made everyone he met feel so special.”

By Ven. Mary of Agreda (1601-1664)

These books contain the many stages of life of Our Blessed Virgin Mother. The 4-volume set is composed of the Conception, Incarnation, Transfixion and Coronation.

4-Volume Set, 2,676 pages

A history of the Province of St. Joseph of the Capuchin Order was written by Capuchin Campion Baer to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Capuchins in the United States. It chronicles the men and events that have shaped the province into what it is today. Included are stories of it's beginnings by two Swiss diocesan priests, the founding of St. Lawrence Seminary, the Detroit Soup Kitchen, the origins of its overseas missions, its accomplishments and at times, its disappointments.This insightful book is a must read for those whose hearts have been touched by the Capuchin ministries.