John Kippley Sheila Kippley The most complete and user-friendly book on Natural Family Planning. All the basics: How to identify the three common signs of fertility and infertility How to use them in cross-checking Sympto-Thermal Method How to space babies with Ecological Breastfeeding Morality: Is there an issue? Beyond the basics: Marginal fertility. Practical helps for achieving pregnancy. …
This timely document was written to lay out the theological nature of sexuality and the educational rights and responsibilities for the young concerning sex and sexuality. The book also includes the Charter of the Rights of the Family issued by the Holy See in 1983. The document is divided into the following sections: Introduction I. Some Fundamental Principles II. Responsibility in Putting …
Rick Sarkisian, Ph.D. Each Catholic family has the unique and personal mission to become a community of life and love on their earthly pilgrimage to the Father. The Mission of the Catholic Family provides a road map for the journey through insights on the Holy Family of Nazareth; by seeking God's call to serve Him in the home, Church, and community; and in the developing a family mission …
Every mother prays, even if only, "Lord, give me patience!" Just as children need our love at every age, so too they always need our prayers. Challenged by her children's school principal asking, "If not us, who; if not here, where; if not now, when," Julie Cragon began praying specifically for each of her children. Just as children need our love at every age, so too they …
Joseph A. Breig (Imprimatur 1949). The author (whose children are regular performers in the book) has taken each Sunday gospel or epistle and given a simple and beautiful explanation of it as he would for his own children. He uses his own family as the setting for all the stories which makes a most delightful yet educational book—a very easy way to get a Sunday family spiritual reading, …
In Everyday Graces: A Child’s Book of Good Manners , Karen Santorum has produced for parents and teachers a wonderfully rich and instructive anthology. Her volume speaks to the regrettable fact that the subject of manners is not much discussed anymore, and good manners seem practiced even less. Yet, good manners are a prerequisite for the growth of moral character; they are the habits of …
Fr. David McAstocker, S.J. As you might have suspected, this book has much to do with St. Joseph. St. Joseph not only constructed a house and a cradle for Mary and Jesus; he created something of greater moment still—something only a good man can create—a home for them both. Twenty centuries have passed since the establishment of the first Christian home, the model of all succeeding ones. Men …
In Discipline That Lasts A Lifetime , author, broadcaster, counselor, and dad, Dr. Ray Guarendi, offers parents fresh and practical advice about disciplining children. Although contemporary culture has given discipline a spanking, says the author, it remains an important God-given tool for parents to form their children's character and to teach them the basics of living: character, moral …
Dr. Pat Fosarelli Whatever You Do to the Least of These introduces pastoral visitors, both ordained and non-ordained, to the main issues confronting children and adolescents of different ages when they are faced with illness, injury, or dying. It also highlights the issues faced by parents and siblings in these same circumstances. Part I of this book focuses on the various developmental …
Unto Us a Child is Given - Boy . Every Catholic child needs a record of his precious early years. Great as a baby gift! This beautifully illustrated baby record book is filled with pictures of darling little angels and innocent little children. Includes places to record: birth and name details, baptismal facts, family tree, First Confession, First Holy Communion, early acts of cooperation, …
Steve Wood with James Burnham This best-selling book covers the eight commitments of St. Joseph Covenent Keepers and gives dads the tools they need to succeed as a husband and father. Endorsed by Mother Teresa, Cardinal Stafford, Cardinal O'Connor, and many others, this best-selling book "presents a genuine Christian perspective for renewing the world by restoring the vocation of …
David Isaacs In this book, David Isaacs, an educationalist and parent, offers ideas and suggestions on how parents and teachers can help children's all-round development. The emphasis is on character building, approached from the viewpoint of moral habits: Professor Isaacs takes 24 virtues and discusses how the child - at different ages - can be encouraged to be obedient, …
Imprimatur: Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., Archbishop of Denver, April 5, 2002. “Family Matters is a wonderful resource for couples looking for the keys to success in marriage.” -Kimberly Hahn, Coauthor, Rome Sweet Home and Catholic Education: Homeward Bound “God has a plan for marriage; so does the Devil. Any couple that attempts marriage without proper formation runs the risk of missing out …
James Stenson The greatest challenge a father can face is raising his children well. This short booklet, first published as a Scepter booklet in 1989, clarifies the problems involved in raising children from the father's perspective and outlines what other men have tried and done successfully to raise their children well. In reading this book, fathers and potential fathers will learn how …
Please Don't Drink The Holy Water! - Homeschool Days, Rosary Nights, And Other Near Occasions Of Sin Susie Lloyd "If heaven's a banquet, will I have to do dishes?" That’s all Catholic mom Susie Lloyd wants to know. Marriage and motherhood have taught her the rest, including the things that are most important in life: “Metaphysical realities like the existence of God can get along without my …
James B. Stenson Mothers and fathers: here's help to maintain your confidence and peace of mind even during your toughest times as a parent. With a warm understanding of the trials of parenthood, veteran educator James Stenson here emphasizes your sacred mission as a parent and your primary responsibility: to bring your children face-to-face with Jesus Christ. Drawing from the Scriptures and …
James B. Stenson In this newly reprinted book, educational consultant James B. Stenson focuses his experience on pre-high school students and the most troublesome questions they pose their parents: Why don't you trust me? Why do you tell me what I can't wear? Why do you always correct my manners? Parents who successfully survive these interrogations are the ones that have …
Susan Bosak With richly-detailed watercolor art by Laurie McGaw, this 32-page picture book about love and legacies across generations has won six national awards and sold over 150,000 copies. It tells the moving tale of the special relationship between a grandmother and granddaughter over the years. The book has touched the hearts of young and old across the country and is a bestselling gift …
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