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The Miracle Book by Anthony DeStefano. Sophia Institute Press (Manchester, NH, 2025). 224 pp., hardcover with dust jacket. $24.95.
In The Miracle Book, bestselling author and media personality Anthony DeStefano’s genius shines through as he guides readers in understanding what miracles really are and how to intentionally pray for them.
“Every heart wants a miracle. Every soul craves miracles’ healing powers. What Anthony DeStefano offers in this book is a deeply intriguing discourse on the true nature of miracles. Are they a realignment of the natural order? Or are they a restoration of God’s intended creation? Read and discover,” wrote Lauren Green, Chief Religion Correspondent, Fox News; Author, Lighthouse Faith and Light for Today.
While examining the mystery of miracles, DeStefano also provides powerful stories, verses, and prayers to help readers on their journey.
Perhaps you’ve seen a miracle. Some seem to happen gradually over time, as we persist in prayer. As St. Thérèse of Lisieux said, “When we do not give up praying, confidence works miracles.”
When we are longing for a miracle, it is sometimes difficult to trust in God. However, DeStefano guides readers in opening their heart to receive “courage infusions” to persevere in trials and overcome fear. It is often said that the greatest miracles are those that cannot be seen—spiritual healings that we experience within.
“Without guaranteeing the impossible, Anthony DeStefano, in his one-of-a-kind Miracle Book, boldly attempts to answer the age-old, universal question: How can I obtain a miracle?” said Michael O’Neill, Host, The Miracle Hunter. “In a calm, clear presentation, he offers those who are in desperate need of divine intervention a path forward and the best possible way to present their request before God.”
And yet miracles aren’t for ourselves alone. DeStefano relates how we can intercede for others to obtain favors and cures also. This reminds me of one of my favorite gospel passages where the paralytic’s friends lower him through the roof, so that he can reach Jesus to be healed.
Doug McKelway, Former Anchor, ABC and Fox News, explains, “Early in The Miracle Book, Anthony DeStefano cuts to the chase, observing that ‘there are no atheists in foxholes.’ We all find ourselves in a foxhole at times in our lives, crying out for a miracle. With brilliant simplicity, Anthony lays out a practical two-way route to finding miracles—a route marked not just by seeking faith but by patiently abandoning prideful self-reliance in order to find it.”
If you follow DeStefano’s spiritual and practical advice, your faith will be renewed and you will grow in virtue. Most significantly, you will find solace in surrendering yourself to God’s loving plan and resting in the comfort of the Father’s arms. And that miracle—deeper union with God—is the greatest of all; it offers us a foretaste of the joy of Heaven.
Members of the media may send an email to Sophia Institute Press’ Director of Publicity, Sarah Lemieux at slemieux@SophiaInstitute.com to receive a physical or digital copy of The Miracle Book and/or to schedule an interview with Anthony DeStefano.
Mary Beth Bracy is a writer who is blessed to research, publish, and speak extensively on various aspects of Catholic spirituality. Her books include Behold the Lamb, Bread of Life and The Little Way of Healing Love Through the Passion of Jesus: The Stations of the Cross with St. Thérèse of Lisieux, and she is co-author of the book Stories of the Eucharist. She has written articles for numerous Catholic publications and recorded some Catholic talks. Mary Beth is also a professional teacher, dual certified in English and Special Education, and the owner of a Catholic book and gift shop online. A proud member of the St. John Paul II generation, and lover of all things St. Thérèse, Mary Beth enjoys spending time in Eucharistic Adoration daily, keeping in touch with her family and friends, as well as, sharing her faith with others.
