Anne de Guigne (1911-1922) began life as a difficult child-proud, bossy and strong-willed. But a profound change took place in her at age 4, and for the rest of her life the "little tyrant" turned all the resources of her heart and will to the practice of perfect obedience. This book describes the turning point in Anne's life, her First Holy Communion at age 5, her intimate love for Our …
The Apostles' Creed Chart, Laminated Know what you believe! The Apostles' Creed was written by the Church Fathers as a brief summary of what the early Church taught. Perfect for confirmation classes, religious education classes, and RCIA preparation. Reproducible worksheets on the back show the Bible references for each statement of the Creed. 19” x 26”.
Retold by Mary Caswell Walsh and Illustrated by Helen Caswell Here is the true story of the world's first nativity scene, created by Saint Francis of Assisi nearly eight hundred years ago. Richly illustrated and retold in the style of a folktale, the story will inspire you and the children you love as you prepare to set up your own Bethlehem creche. Ages 4 and up.
This children's coloring book has pictures of animals that are named in the Bible with the Biblical reference next to them.
The Book of Virtues for Young People - A Treasury of Great Moral Stories Edited By William J Bennett This hard-to-put-down collection of inspiring stories, folktales, and poems has been selected by William J. Bennett to illuminate the virtues that help to anchor us in our culture, our history, and our traditions: responsibility, courage, compassion, loyalty, honesty, friendship, perseverance, …
APOSTLE TO THE GENTILES "We just found out there's a plot to kill you!" blurted out one man among the little group of Christians as they stumbled into the house of Saul (who later would become known as Paul). "The murderers have been hired, and the Damascus authorities have agreed to look the other way," put in another breathlessly. For a moment there was silence from Saul. "Well, what are you …
The Book Of Virtues - A Treasury Of Great Moral Stories Edited By William J Bennett Responsibility. Courage. Compassion. Loyalty. Honesty. Friendship. Persistence. Hard Work. Self-Discipline. Faith. Everyone recognizes these traits as essentials of good character. In order for our children to develop such traits, we have to offer them examples of good and bad, right and wrong. And the best …
Written by C.S. Lewis Read by Kenneth Branagh C.S. Lewis's seven timeless tales of the land of Narnia are rendered in this collection of unabridged recordings. Simultanous hardcover. Unabridged. 33 CDs.
Meriol Trevor The children had passed Jeanne during her struggle and got to the bottom of the steps. They saw that Raf's guards were released from the handcuffs and one of them was locking them on his wrists again so that his hands were behind his back, as in the chapel that morning. Julius was standing by his carriage, with his hand on the open door. It was ready to leave, by the open gate. A …
Meriol Trevor "Jeanne!" called out Rafael in desperation. "Jeanne! Come back!" She stopped dead and it was a moment before she turned roud. Then she just stood there, looking towards them, but the bonfire was behind them; the light shone on her face but theirs were in shadow. Paul had expected Jeanne to be a pretty slender girl. But she was a tall strongly built woman, nearer thirty than …
Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S. V. D. This full-color illustrated children's book from the collection of St. Joseph Picture Books tells about St. Margaret Mary and The Promises of the Sacred Heart .
Compiled and illustrated by Anne Marie Jauss Printed and illustrated in full color, this is a very delightful book for children from ages 7 to 11 and beyond. These four legends, Saint Jerome and the Lion, Saint Roch and the Dog, Saint Francis and the Wolf and Saint Macarius and the Hyena, based on source material, have been retold with dignity and reverence—in a simple easy-to-read text, and …
M.N. Couve de Murville The Archbishop of Birmingham, England, presents a popular but thorough biography of Blessed Junipero Serra, the tireless Franciscan missionary who came to California in the 18th century to evangelize the Indians. Well-known for the historic missions which he helped establish all along the coast from San Diego to San Francisco, Father Serra is even recognized by the …
The student textbook lessons incorporate the four principal components of catechesis: the Creed, the Commandments, the Sacraments and Liturgy, Prayer and Scripture. But besides giving a clear and comprehensive presentation of our faith, the student textbook is rich in artwork, both original and classical. THEME: God's plan of salvation, from creation to the Incarnation and Redemption to the …
St. Dominic and the Rosary Catherine Bebe Vision Books Catherine Beebe presents a dramatic account of the incredible life of Saint Dominic in this tenth title in the popular Vision Book series of saints for youth 9-15 years old. As a young priest, Dominic sat all night at a wooden table in a village tavern. He preached the truths of the Church to an embittered inn-keeper and, in …
Mary Ray Palestine in the first century A.D. is as disturbed and divided as it is today. The Jews have revolted against Roman occupation and as they grow more restive, Rome clamps down harder. The ten Greek cities of Palestine-the Decapolis-want only to continue their peaceful trading existence, but they find themselves caught in the middle of the uprisings. Apollodorus, a merchant of …
Tomie de Paola, author of The Clown of God , retells the story of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Juan Diego. The story is also illustrated by de Paola.
Fr. Marquette and the Great River August Derleth Vision Books This Vision book for youth 9-15 years old tells the thrilling story of one of America's greatest missionaries who came down from Canada with explorer Louis Joliet to explore the mighty Mississippi River, the "great river" bordered by savage Indian tribes who killed white men on sight. Of the few who had dared explore this immense …