Courtship of the Saints
Published by TAN Books
Overview
Courtship of the Saints offers a refreshing vision of love by recounting the remarkable stories of twenty-five holy couples whose relationships were rooted not in fleeting emotion but in a shared pursuit of God. From the sacred union of Sts. Joachim and Anne to the inspiring marriages of Sts. Louis and Zélie Martin, Sts. Gianna and Pietro Molla, and many others, these accounts reveal how Divine Providence guided faithful men and women toward marriages marked by virtue, sacrifice, and enduring joy.
Complementing these inspiring biographies are reflections on authentic Catholic courtship from Archbishop Fulton Sheen and Fr. Chad Ripperger, providing timeless wisdom for navigating relationships in a culture often marked by confusion about love and marriage. Whether preparing for marriage, discerning a vocation, or seeking to strengthen an existing relationship, readers will discover that lasting love begins with holiness and flourishes through fidelity to God's plan.
What This Book Offers:
- Twenty-Five Inspiring Love Stories: Discover how saintly couples met, discerned marriage, and pursued holiness together.
- Catholic Wisdom on Courtship: Learn timeless principles from Archbishop Fulton Sheen and Fr. Chad Ripperger.
- Hope for Modern Relationships: See how authentic love flourishes through virtue, sacrifice, and Divine Providence.
- Practical Spiritual Guidance: Gain encouragement whether discerning marriage, dating, engaged, or already married.
- Discover God's Design for Love: Learn how holy courtship prepares the foundation for a joyful and faithful marriage.
- Find Inspiring Role Models: Meet saintly husbands and wives whose lives demonstrate authentic Christian love.
- Discern Relationships Wisely: Apply timeless Catholic principles to dating, engagement, and marriage.
- Strengthen Existing Marriages: Draw practical lessons from couples who endured trials with faith and perseverance.
- Grow in Hope: Be reminded that God's providence remains at work in every vocation and season of life.
From the Book
"A blessed marriage is the fruit of a holy courtship."
— Courtship of the Saints
Intended Audience
This book is ideal for single Catholics discerning marriage, dating and engaged couples seeking a faithful approach to courtship, married couples looking to deepen their relationship, and parents, mentors, and clergy who desire to share an authentically Catholic vision of love, marriage, and family life.
FAQs
Is this book only for people who are dating?
No. While especially helpful for those discerning marriage, it also offers valuable insights for engaged couples, married spouses, parents, and anyone interested in the lives of the saints.
Which saints are featured?
The book includes twenty-five saintly couples, including Joachim and Anne, Joseph and Mary, Elizabeth of Hungary and Louis IV, Gianna and Pietro Molla, Louis and Zélie Martin, and many others.
Does the book include practical guidance?
Yes. Alongside the biographies, it includes reflections on Catholic courtship from Archbishop Fulton Sheen and Fr. Chad Ripperger, offering practical wisdom for building holy relationships.
Key Themes
- Holy Courtship: Pursuing relationships rooted in virtue and Divine Providence.
- Marriage as a Vocation: Building lifelong love through faith, sacrifice, and fidelity.
- Saintly Role Models: Learning from the lives of holy husbands and wives throughout Church history.
- Authentic Catholic Love: Recovering a vision of romance ordered toward holiness and eternal happiness.
- SKU:
- 3200
- Publication Date:
- 05/30/2023
- Format:
- Hardcover
- Pages:
- 280
- Pdf:
- https://tanbooks.com/content/3200_Preview.pdf
- Height:
- 8.50
- Width:
- 5.50
5 Reviews Hide Reviews Show Reviews
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Courtship of the saints
Great book, great service!
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a wonderful book that belongs in all Catholic homes
Patrick O’Hearn, author of one of my favorite books, Parents of the Saints, has written another wonderful book, Courtship of the Saints, that belongs in every Catholic family’s home library. The stories in Courtship are beautiful, fascinating, and highly relevant to all people who are discerning God’s plan for their lives, and especially young people who may be destined for marriage. One of my favorite chapters is chapter six, “Courtships that Produced Saints,” because it shows that when a married couple’s love for each other is fueled by their love for God, it creates an earthly home that stirs the hearts of their children to want to be worthy of their heavenly home. I loved the stories of Saints Louis and Zélie Martin and Servants of God Karol and Emilia Wojtyla and so many others. This is a fascinating and inspiring book. I highly recommend it!
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Excellent Book
Courtship of the Saints by Patrick O’Hearn is a beautiful look at courtship itself, and also through the stories of the saints. The courtship process has distinct stages as explained in the very beginning and I loved the inclusion of this information, especially for people who aren’t familiar with it. My husband and I began as very good friends and it has been so important in our own relationship and then marriage. The various stories included are wonderful. I loved reading about some favorite, such as Pietro and Saint Gianna Molla and Saints Louis and Zelie Martin. I also loved reading about Servants of God Karol and Emilia Wojtyla (the parents of Pope Saint John Paul II) and Joseph and Maria Ratzinger (the parents of Pope Benedict XVI). These stories are just a few examples of the many wonderful stories skillfully told in this book. This would be a great book for dating couples and also already married couples. After all, as we work to get our spouses and families to heaven, we can all use reminders now and then of the beauty and the gift of marriage. I highly recommend this book. It has been a joy to read and one I know I will read again. Thank you to Tan Books for the copy of this beautiful book. All views are my honest opinion.
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A must-read for everyone!
This is a must-read for those discerning the vocation of marriage, couples who are engaged, or even married couples. SO much good stuff in this book. It's encouraging and uplifting reading about how even declared saints encountered difficult and unexpected crosses in their lives and yet they overcame them and kept striving towards holiness. Absolutely recommend this amazing book.
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Married Mentors
As a married couple, it can be difficult to find saints who weren’t nuns, monks, priests, or recluses. Guidance from such saints is no less valuable or wise, but it can be comforting to hear words from a couple who has walked through the same sacrament you’re walking now. This book does the hard work of gathering married saints together and telling their stories. We can all benefit from some of the most notable saintly couples we know!
