Edmund Campion Harold Gardiner, S.J. Vision Books From the famous Vision Books series of lives of saints for young people, this is the inspiring dramatic account of the colorful and courageous life and death of the martyr, St. Edmund Campion, ``hero of God's underground" during the persecutions of the Catholics in England in the 1500s. Campion, the most celebrated young scholar of his day, was …

REV. LAWRENCE G. LOVASIK, S.V.D. A simple explanation of the Beatitudes. Illustrated in full color.

The Eight Beatitudes Coloring & Activity Book By Virginia Helen Richards, FSP and D. Thomas Halpin, FSP Softcover / 24 pages / Dimensions: 8 1/4 in. x 10 3/4 in.

El Buen San Jose Lovasik, Lorenzo G., S.V.D The story of Saint Joseph superbly illustrated in full color and simply written for children.      

El Rosario Libro Para Colorear:   A fun and creative way for children to learn about the Mysteries of the Rosary, including the new Luminous Mysteries. It is adapted from THE HOLY ROSARY St. Joseph Picture Book by Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D., and illustrated by Emma C. McKean. Translated into Spanish.

El Santo Rosario PADRE LORENZO G. LOVASIK, S.V.D. Each mystery (including Luminous Mysteries) of the Rosary is in color with easy-to-read prayers. Cada misterio del Rosario en colores haciendo que sea más fácil leer las oraciones.

Julie Walters Elizabeth Bayley Seton, or Mother Seton as she is often called, was a member of New York's high society . . . wife, mother, then widow . . . famous convert . . . founder of the American Sisters of Charity . . . and finally canonized saint.  This dramatized account of her life includes all these well-known highlights, as well as the lesser-known suffering she endured along …

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S. V. D. This full-color illustrated children's book from the collection of St. Joseph Picture Books tells the story of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, from her birth through her death and resulting sainthood.

St. Elizabeth's Three Crowns Blanche Jennings Thompson Vision Books This new story in the Vision Books series of saints for 9 - 15 year olds is aobut Saint Elizabeth of Hungary who spent her life differently than most saints. Instead of living in poverty like St. Francis of Assisi, she lived most of her life in a castle surrounded by incredible wealth. She was born Princess Elizabeth of …

Ethelred Preston is one of Fr. Finn's 27 Catholic novels for young people.  Resemblin a Catholic version of Charles Dickens' stories, or even of Tom Sawyer , these books were read by hundreds of thousands of young people in the late 19th and early-to-mid 20th centuries.  Their quaint turn-of-the-century language is part of the charm of these stories and of Fr. Finn's own brand of …

Eucharistic Adoration Coloring Book This inspiring coloring book for children presents beautifully detailed pictures, ranging from symbols of the Eucharist to images of the saints who contributed to our understanding and devotion to the Eucharist. Written and illustrated by artist Katherine Sotnik, this book teaches as it entertains, showing the vessels for the liturgy as well as explaining …

Father Damien And The Bells Arthur and Elizabeth Sheehan Vision Books This next volume in the acclaimed Vision Books series of saints' lives for youth 9-15 years old is the story of the saintly Fr. Damien, who in 1872 went to the island of Molokai, where lepers had been exiled to live in miserable surroundings. Damien earned the trust of the lepers, and his appeals for help resonated …

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 …

Father McBride is famous as a teacher who makes the teaching of the Church seem both simple and reasonable.  Never condescending, this book answers the questions teenagers really ask about the Faith.

  The Feasts of Jesus Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D.  

To bring the Mass and prayer closer to the lives of children! You wish to find for your children a spiritual guide perfectly adapted to their lives to: • Accompany them on the path of the daily prayer , • Help them develop and nourish their spiritual lives, • Hand on to them the rich spiritual Christian values, • Encourage them in living fully the life of the Church. …

Join Finbar as he learns about Father Jim's best friend, God, and see how God is your best friend, too!

LifeWork is a unique approach to discovering the presence of God in all that we do. A special emphasis is placed on the unique, personal vocation and mission to which we are called. Written in a user-friendly style, LifeWork is particularly relevant for high school, college and young adult age groups, yet has application for all believers wanting to seek God's will and purpose. Using a …

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This book of saints for young children contains the lives of 45 saints as well as full color pictures of each one. Each saint's life was written by the famous childrens' book author, Fr. Lovasik and contains the classic illustrations from his saint book series.

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. Over 50 of the best loved stories of the Bible vividly retold for children.  A perfect book for introducing very young children to the Bible.

Marigold Hunt, author of A Life of Our Lord for Children, here continues the tale of Jesus and His Church by retelling for children the events reported in The Acts of the Apostles, St. Luke’s account of the dangerous early days of the Church. Focusing on the deeds and experiences of Sts. Peter, Paul, Luke, and Barnabas, author Hunt shows children that the Catholic Church which today …

The First Christmas Coloring Book 24 pages, softcover, dimensions 8 in. X 10 1/5 in.

This lovely First Communion bookmark is embossed with gold stamped border, accents and lettering.  It also has a raised metal monstrance laminated to it. 

This First Eucharist Play and Keepsake Album has a space for the child to record the names of people who shared his/her special day, who played which part and other notes about the celebration.  Instructions are included for serving a Passover meal.

The Child Jesus answers Michael's prayer and meets with him personally on Christmas Eve. Both Michael and Jesus are 10 years old and share "five minutes" together, each minute a different adventure of faith and charity to different individuals in different parts of the world. Each "minute" contains an element of goodness and reflection regarding the Child Jesus' closeness …

Long John Silver Returns Leonard Wibberley Then a voice hailed me from outside, calling, "Ahoy the blockhouse. Ahoy the blockhouse. Hold your fire. I am a Christian man." "Who are you?" I cried, rushing to the door. Not a soul was to be seen in the enclosure between the stockade and the fort itself. "Friend," came back the answer from beyond the stockade. "Hold your fire." I heard some …

The activity book is designed for use in the home or classroom and provides creative activities for review and reinforcement of each lesson. Through carefully developed and selected activities, the emphasis is on understanding and putting into practice the teachings of Christ in everyday life. THEME: The blueprint for a life of love: the law of God, especially in the Ten Commandments, and 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: The blueprint for a life of love: the law of God, especially in the Ten …

Teachers' manuals provide catechists with complete lesson plans and resources to present lessons in dynamic and interesting ways. Teachers' Manuals include: Lesson Overviews. "Chalk Talks" for blackboard use to help teacher visually explain key concepts in the lesson. Easy-to-follow directions for classroom activities for each lesson. Complete lesson plans with options for five day or one day …

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated St. Joseph Picture Book covers the following topics: Obedience The Beatitudes Teaching on Prayer Following Jesus Jesus, the Bread of Life The Gift of the Eucharist The Last Supper The Mass Jesus, the Good Shepherd Jesus, the Eternal Priest Jesus, My Friend Jesus, Our CommandmentThe Gift of the Holy Spirit Jesus, Our Redeemer …

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, …

New edition of a favorite prayer book.  The author draws the reader to know, love, and follow the Saints.

Y OUNG F RANCIE O'S ULLIVAN , from the Irish family we first met in The Cottage at Bantry Bay has had a successful operation in a Dublin hospital, but longs to return to his beloved family in County Cork. He heads out the hospital door, no permission asked, and finds a train—won't any train do? Francie finds himself making a speedy tour in the opposite direction from home, around the Emerald …

Francis and Clare:  Saints of Assisi Helen Walker Homan Vision Books Today, from nation to nation, the good works of the Franciscans remind the world of the gentle charity of their founder - the "Poor Little Man" of Assisi. This was the same cheerful Francis, son of the merchant Bernardone, who helped with the marketing and scuffled with his brothers and from time to …

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.

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated children's book, Saint Francis of Assisi , tells the story of St. Francis, from his birth to his death.  Included are his vision at San Damiano, his friendship with St. Dominic, his love for the creatures, his receiving of the stigmata, and how he started the tradition of the Christmas crib. 

St. Francis of the Seven Seas Albert J. Nevins, M.M. Vision Books After his war-torn boyhood in Navarre, Francis Xavier went to the University of Paris, determined to have a good time. He was interested in sports and became broadjumping champion of his college, and did not pay much attention to his studies. At first he scoffed at his fellow student, Ignatius Loyola, a former soldier who wanted …

This reusable sticker calendar counts the 50 days from Easter Sunday to Pentecost. Each day an image drawn from scripture is added to the calendar, first the Good Shepherd himself, followed by images such as milk and honey, lightning and rain, a lion and a lamb. Each calendar set includes an 11" by 17" laminated background board, a sheet containing 51 full-color reusable stickers, and a …

Fr. Michael McHugh, S.J. Illustrated by Charles L. Dougherty (Imprimatur 1958). This is the story of the missionary experiences of Fr. de Smet among the American Indians from 1838 to 1875. Includes all the exciting and history making stories of Indian conversions, Indian wars, natural dangers, hunger, torture, gold discoveries, peace-making, the Civil War, etc., including Custer’s last stand. …

Rev. Jude Winkler, OFM Conv. Christmas is one of the greatest Christian feasts. It is also a most happy time. It is the day when we celebrate God's great love for us. We rejoice because God sent His only Son into our world to be born as a baby in Bethlehem. Christmas takes its name from the expression "Christ's Mass." It recalls the Mass that the community offers to celebrate the …

This book contains a simple explanation of the special gifts that come from the Spirit. It talkes about the meaning of the gifts of the Holy Spirit and also talkes about the Holy Spirit's role in the Bible.  Illustrated in full color.

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated children's book details the ways God shows us his love, from the details of his life and death, to the founding of the Catholic Church and what the Church does for its people.

Rev. Jude Winkler, OFM Conv. Teaches children about the First Person of the Blessed Trinity. Full-color illustrations.

God's Rules for Me Softcover / 32 pages / Dimensions: 8 in. x 10 1/2 in.

God's Little Girl Is... Thoughtful of others and shows she cares, Cleans her room and always shares, A cheerful helper by night and by day, Showing Jesus to others along the way. Confident, artistic, in all she creates, Helpful to Mom and washes her plates, One whose value no one ever can measure More priceless than gold or earthly treasure! Share with the little girl in your life the virtues …

Perform-a-text combines text and activity in one book. Clear, comprehensive and interesting presentation of the Catholic Faith based on seven key concepts: God, Creation, Christ, Church, Grace, Sacraments and Commandments. Stories from Scripture, lives of the saints and contemporary situations give students Catholic role models and examples of living the faith. The lessons are complimented by …

Teacher's manuals are very detailed, thorough and full of practical ideas. Review and discussion questions stimulate classroom dialogue and help children verbalize what they have learned. Liturgical and Holiday lessons help children participate in the Church year. Prayer service suggestions build a spirit of community as children pray together spontaneous and formal prayers. Living the Lesson …

Fr. Gerald Brennan (Imprimatur 1944.) This is another great Fr. Brennan book! More stories and sermonettes told with that same great flavor as the Angel Food series and The Good Bad Boy. “Sermons for children—why not? After all, children form a very important part of every congregation. They have souls, and their souls must be saved. Children must be taught; they must be instructed. They must …

Almost 15-year-old Carolyn, the “baby” of the Pierce family, is experiencing the growing-up difficulties and frustrations typical of the youngest child. Melinda is energetically engaged in the town life of Amarillo, the twins are happily married, and Katie, home from school, spends all day sighing listlessly around the house. Carolyn feels a bit neglected—after all, she has …

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated children's book, Good Saint Joseph, tells the story of Joseph, from the time an angel told him Mary was to have a baby, to his death.  It also includes a prayer to St. Joseph.

The five items included in this educational package (Chart, Game Set, Bible Story Coloring Book, Bookmark, and Prayer Beads) are based on the color-coded system of the Great Adventure and will aid in teaching children the narrative story of salvation history. Through play, memorization, prayer, and interaction, these learning tools bring familiar Bible stories into a system where children can …

This book contains the New Testament stories of Joseph, John the Baptist, Jesus, Peter, John, James the Greater, James the Lesser, Matthew, Jude, Judas, Stephen, Paul, Philip, Mark, and Luke.  

This book contains the Old Testament stories of Adam, Cain and Abel, Noah, Abraham, Joseph, Moses, Samuel, David, Solomon, Elijah, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Job, Jonah, and Judas Maccabee.

This book contains the Bible stories of Eve, Sarah, Rebekah, Rachel and Leah, Rahab, Deborah, Ruth, Hannah, Michal, Abigail, Bathsheba, Jezebel, Judith, Esther, Mary, Martha and Mary, and Mary Magdalene.