The Saint's Shield: Finding Daily Protection and Peace with the Medal of St. Benedict (Treasury of Catholic Devotions) - Softcover

Martin, Edward P.

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798951095053

Verlag: PGM Publishing, 2026

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Is your faith resting quietly in your pocket, or are you actively wielding a spiritual weapon? Millions of Catholics wear the Medal of St. Benedict every single day. Yet, for many of us, this small piece of metal has become little more than a familiar accessory or a comforting habit. We slip it on in the morning and forget about it by noon. But in a world that often feels fractured, anxious, and spiritually hostile, we are called to more than just wear our faith. We are called to wield it. The Saint's Shield: Finding Daily Protection and Peace with the Medal of St. Benedict invites you to move past casual familiarity and discover the profound, hidden theology etched into this ancient sacramental. This is not merely a history lesson. It is a practical, pastoral guide to activating this powerful tool in the messy, unpredictable trenches of your daily life. Inside, you will discover: The Warrior and the Weapon: The fascinating, miracle-filled history of St. Benedict of Nursia and how his profound trust in the Cross forged this enduring shield. Decoding the Secret Language: How to read the cryptic Latin abbreviations and transform the medal from a simple image into a concentrated formula of spiritual combat. Practical Daily Integration: Simple, actionable ways to use the medal to calm a racing mind, protect your home, and break free from dark cycles of anxious thought. Inner Healing and Deliverance: The deep connection between this sacramental, psychological healing, and the grace of overcoming our deepest spiritual wounds. Words of Power: A curated collection of traditional prayers, blessings, and litanies to equip you for the spiritual battles of the modern age. You do not need to be a theologian or a mystic to benefit from this devotion. You only need to recognize your own need for God's protection. Stop treating your sacramentals as forgotten trinkets. Pick up the shield, learn the ancient prayers, and experience the unshakeable peace of walking under the patronage of the Father of Western Monasticism.

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Edward P. Martin is a Licentiate in Sacred Theology whose work focuses on the relationship between Catholic doctrine, psychology, and the lived experience of faith. A researcher attentive to the pressing issues facing the Church today, he explores how theological tradition speaks to modern challenges without losing its spiritual depth. With a strong foundation in early Christian studies and a background in psychology, Martin has spent decades engaging with young adults and their parents, gaining firsthand insight into practical struggles, family life, and everyday devotion. His writing combines scholarly clarity with pastoral wisdom, offering guidance that is both intellectually sound and grounded in real Catholic experience.

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• Verlag: PGM Publishing
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2026
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 13: 9798951095053
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 136
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
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