Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated children's book is the perfect guide to help a young child understand the Holy Eucharist.  The book begins with explaining what a sacrifice is by using examples from the Old Testament and works its way through the Eucharist and its place in the Mass.  

This wonderful and practical little booklet explains clearly and thoroughly how to make a good Confession-but in much greater detail than covered in most catechisms. It includes an Examination of Conscience (plus a discussion of lax, scrupulous and doubtful conscience), contrition and its necessary qualities, the purpose of amendment and its necessary qualities, avoiding the near …

Kimberly Hahn Foreward by Scott Hahn Kimberly Hahn invites all families to embrace Catholic teaching on life issues. With personal testimony and practical advice, she shows that God's design for union and procreation in marriage--far from being a rigid, burdensome law--is really a truth that allows us to be all we were created to be.

Since the time of Martin Luther, many have claimed that the Catholic Mass is an unbiblical practice, that it repudiates the once-for-all sacrifice of Christ on the cross of Calvary as expressed in the book of Hebrews. Still others have denied that Christ is truly present in the Eucharist. Do these criticisms have any validity? A thorough investigation of Scripture and history reveals that the …

Jump right into this hilarious new book on enjoying and celebrating Catholicism in a whole new way! Both a comical read, as well as an indispensable resource for observing the Feast Days of the Saints, The Bad Catholic’s Guide to Good Living is for anyone who is interested in celebrating the history and humor behind the Catholic Faith. Consisting of selected historical sketches of the …

Today I Was Baptized Dianne Ahern Today I Was Baptized tells a heartwarming story of an infant baptism that includes short essays about the sacrament of baptism, its origin and traditions. There is also room for you to record the story of your baby's baptism. The book is beautifully illustrated and one that you are sure to want as a keepsake of this special day.

General Directory for Catechesis Congregation for the Clergy United States Conference of Catholic Bishops An essential companion of the Catechism of the Catholic Church , the General Directory for Catechesis provides religious educators, teachers, and catechists with a single point of reference for all aspects of catechetical instruction, for content and pedagogy, as well as for methodology. …

St. Josemaria Escriva Enter into the wounds of Christ Crucified.  When Msgr. Josemaria Escriva de Balaguer proposed this way to those who asked him for advice on how to deepen their interior life, he was doing no more than pass on his own experience, pointing out the short cut he had been using throughout his life, and which led him to the highest peaks of spiritual life.  His love …

This treasured keepsake album is a special way to help a child remember the first time he or she receives the Eucharist. Memories of the people, prayers, reflections, photos, mementos and activities leading to and celebrating a child’s First Communion Day are beautifully bound in this sturdy treasury.

National Directory for Catechesis United States Conference of Catholic Bishops After years of collaboration, study, and writing, the National Directory for Catechesis is expected to be released in the spring of 2005. A companion to the General Directory for Catechesis (GDC), it builds on some of the core themes of the GDC like catechesis’ relationship to evangelization and worship, and …

Joseph D. White, Ph.D. All the information you need to be a first-rate catechist. Catechesis is one of the most important jobs you can take on. Fortunately, you don't need a doctorate in theology. What you do need is a thorough grounding in the Catholic Faith which is exactly what you'll get from this book. Here's a thorough, concise, and easy- to- understand summary of the Faith . It follows …

Oscar Lukefahr, C.M. Forward by Archbishop Justin Regali Provides am overview of the Catholicfaith in an easy-to-understand format that touches on the important elements of belief and practice. Includes activities and questions for both inidividual and group discussion - perfect for RCIA. Contents Foreward Introduction Part I. Belief Part II. Worship Part III. Christian Life Part IV. Prayer …

Scott Hahn Mike Aquilina There are no "self-made" success stories in the spiritual life. No do-it-yourself kits for aspiring saints. That's why Living the Mysteries is ideal for a family member, friend, or fellow parishioner who recently received the sacraments of initiation - baptism, confirmation, and the Eucharist. That's why it's perfect for a lifelong Catholic, too. The early …

This Marian First Communion Girl's Missal is illustrated in full-color.  The Missal has a white pearlized cover and gold-edged pages.  It has the following: The Mass The Church Year Favorite Gospel Stories Reconciliation Sations of the Cross The Rosary The Sacraments The Ten Commandments The Precepts of the Church Memory Prayers A Visit to Church My Own Prayers Personal …

The fallen nature of man and tendency toward sin is a reality that has lost credibility of late. But for John Henry Cardinal Newman "Original sin became to me almost as certain as that the world exists, as the existence of God." Far from being the breaking of arbitrary and external laws, the author shows us that sin damages not only our relationship with God, but affects the deep bonds of …

Pontifical Council for the Family This practical document is meant for those preparing for marriage as well as those involved in preparing a couple for marriage. Sections include the importance of marriage preparation, the different stages of preparation from childhood within the family to the immediate preparation before the weddding and some comments about the actual marriage celebration.

My Confession Book is a little classic from 1958 that has assisted many children with their First Confession as well as with their subsequent Confessions. Boys and girls who use this book will receive wonderful help with making a careful Examination of Conscience in accord with the Ten Commandments, hhavingtrue sorrow for their sins, making a firm Purpose of Amendment, and remembering what to …

The Hidden Manna: A Theology of the Eucharist By  Fr. James T. O'Connor In this in-depth study, Fr. O'Connor lets the breadth and richness of the Church's Tradition speak for itself. He presents and comments on substantial excerpts from the major sources of the Church's Tradition extending all the way back to apostolic times. Focusing on the doctrine of the Real Presence, he follows the …

Quizzes to a Street Preacher are 10 pamphlets on subjects people most often ask about the Catholic religion.  They are written by Fathers Rumble and Carty of Radio Replies Press fame, experts in the field of apologetics and convert-making (Father Rumble was himself a convert).  Each one is a 32-page, vest-pocket booklet of questions and answers that are brief, economically …

Rev. Edward J. Hayes, Rev. Msgr. Paul J. Hayes & James J. Drummey At a time in history when there is such widespread confusion about the role of marriage and family there is a great need for solid information about these essential building blocks of society. That information is presented in both clear and practical terms in Catholicism and Society. Starting with the Christian role in …