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The Catholic Youth Bible still features elements you know and love Catholic Connection articles that provide a more complete presentation of scripturally-based Catholic beliefs and practices, and address the principles of Catholic social teaching. Introductions to the major sections of the Bible and all the books of the Bible. Did You Know? insights into how the Church has interpreted key Scripture passages throughout history. Being Catholic guides to core beliefs, attitudes, practices, and...

Sometimes the answers aren't enough. Sometimes you want to know why they're the answers.Any Bible can answer questions. This is the one that explains why those answers arethe answers.In twenty-five very compelling tabs spread throughout the Bible text, Prove It! The Catholic Teen Bible gives the why to the biggest questions of all. To the questions you've been asking your parents, your teachers, your friends ... yourself:What's life all about and where do I fit in?What's my life all about, and...

Pewter Confirmation Bookmark"Confirmed in Christ" 3.5" tall.

Supple material, blind embossing, foil stamping, precise stitching, and decorative gilding combine to provide an exquisite and unique package for the Word of God. The distinctive features of our St. Joseph Editions, including new maps and Confirmation Record, complete this handsome gift.Also Available Personalized! CLICK HERE! ...

Discover your true identity in Christ and build healthy relationships as God's Word speaks to the struggles of growing up in a non-Christian world. 199 handpicked verses plus many fitting quotes for any teen in your lifeText and images in black and white

by Lou Holtz With over 45,000 copies in print, this attractive new edition revives the motivational message of ESPN sports analyst and former head football coach of Notre Dame Lou Holtz. With over forty years of experience helping to mold teenagers into adults, Holtz shares his common-sense message with teensa game plan for life. His message is the blueprint, not only for teens striving for athletic success, but also for all teens who want to name their goals for life, and then go about...

A Young Catholic's Daily Missal The Young Catholic’s Daily Missal is designed to open up the spiritual treasures of the Mass for young Catholics from the time of their First Communion up through their early teen years. This missal conforms to the rubrics and norms of the 1962 Missale Romanum and includes the full Ordinary of the Mass; the Masses of the Sundays and Holydays in English with paraphrases of the Propers. For all the other days of the year there are explanations, printed in smaller...

In an ever-changing world, we can be certain of one thing: we are beloved by God. Adored: 365 Devotions for Young Women tackles tough topics girls face, from bullying and social media to friendships and dating, all the while showing readers how infinitely precious they are in Gods sight.Each day features an easy-to-read, relevant devotion paired with a scripture verse and journaling space to help readers reflect on the days message. With honest, poignant, and sometimes humorous text, every...

Breath of God; Living a Life Led by the Holy Spirit by Dave Pivonka, T.O.R.Drawing on more than thirty years of ministry experience, Father Dave Pivonka, T.O.R., walks readers through a new way of relating to the Holy Spirit by sharing personal encounters, including an experience that changed his life. What he learned along the way will lead readers to have their own unique encounter and discover the joy of living a life moved by the Spirit.Catholics know God as their father and Jesus as their...

Colors of Prayer: An Interactive Devotional Journal for KidsIntroduce the Kids in Your Life to a Vibrant Prayer Life with Colors of Prayer!Colors of Prayer is a creative prayer journal for kids featuring 7 sections of journaling space�each assigned to a specific color of the rainbow. Your kids can quickly and easily locate a topic of interest, read a faith-building, devotional-like introduction, and then begin to journal their own thoughts and prayers. Encouraging scripture selections and...

Daily Meditations With The Holy Spirit Minute Meditations For Every Day Containing A Scripture Reading, A Reflection, And A PrayerThese minute meditations for every day of the year contain a Scripture reading, a reflection, and a prayer. Father Winkler offers us an opportunity to develop a closer relationship with the Holy Spirit and apply the fruits of our meditation to our everyday lives.Pages: 192Author: REV. JUDE WINKLER, OFM CONV.Size: 4 X 6 1/4Color: BURGUNDYBinding: DURA-LUX ...

Did Jesus Have A Last Name?Though written for teens, this book is perfect for people of all ages who want to learn more about the Catholic Faith. Matthew Pinto and Jason Evert have a gift for providing clear, theologically-precise explanations without losing the masterful charm of contemporary language.

Listen. . . God is Calling YouCalling you with His love. Calling you with His comfort. Calling you with His joy.A popular and bestselling daily devotional that has led millions of readers to a deeper and more personal relationship with God by conveying to them that He really loves us.Join the millions of Christians finding inspiration in the pages of God Calling today, and tomorrow, and the next day, and the next!Paperback; 256 pages. Written by two "listeners." Daily reflections of the...

An easy way to help young boys see Gods promises and how they can rely on His love in their daily lives. The promise verses in this book are selected from the bestselling International Childrens Bible to offer comfort and encouragement when a boy is feeling afraid, lonely, worried, angry, dissatisfied, discouraged, sad, rebellious, impatient, or sick . . . and when they need reassurance of Gods protection, love, forgiveness, help . . . and that He listens when they pray. Its a great way for...

Handbook for Today's Catholic Teen By author: Jim Auer This invaluable resource for Catholic teenagers covers traditional topics like Catholic doctrine, practices, and prayers, then tackles serious contemporary issues like violence, media, sex, substance abuse, and matters of conscience. Teens will appreciate the Handbook's honest, friendly tone; their parents and teachers will appreciate the conversations it starts. Used alone or with the Handbook for Today's Catholic Teen Activity Notebook,...

Author: Mike Carotta 5.5 X 8.5" -- 72 pages DREs and coordinators will love this unique approach to confirmation preparation. It offers teenagers the opportunity of individualized study and invites them to keep in touch with their sponsor for conversation and faith sharing. It also includes one gathering with parish leaders before the actual sacrament is celebrated in the parish. Have Faith is a unique approach to helping confirmation candidates prepare for the sacrament of Confirmation. It...

Jesus Calling Hardcoverby Sarah YoungEach day offers encouragement and hope from a Savior who is closer than you can imagine and who will never leave you. Grow in a deep personal faith while reading a message that everyone needs to hear and embrace deep within the soul. Jesus Calling is a devotional that is read daily by more than six million people. This version includes the beloved original content, but with a modern cover that will appeal to a younger audience.After many years of writing in...

Jesus Callingby Sarah YoungDevotions written as if Jesus is speaking directly to a child's heart. Based on her original Jesus Calling, this version has been adapted in a language and fashion that kids and tweens can relate to their everyday lives. After many years of writing in her prayer journal, missionary Sarah Young decided to listen to God with pen in hand, writing down what she believed He was saying to her through Scripture. Others were blessed as she shared her writings, until people...

Loyola Kids Book of Heroes: Stories of Catholic Heroes and Saints throughout History by Amy Welborn In this book of saints for kids, best-selling author Amy Welborn tells the stories of devoted Christians, including Mother Teresa, Dorothy Day, and John the Baptist, who made significant contributions to people and the world around them. Throughout Loyola Kids Book of Heroes, Welborn introduces Christian role models who exemplify the seven cardinal virtues faith, hope, charity, temperance,...

My Dear Young Friends: Saint John Paul II Speaks to Teens on Life, Love, and Courage is based on the actual words of Saint John Paul II spoken to the youth of the world.Young people from across the United States selected the specific quotes used in this book, because they had found them to be particularly challenging and inspiring.It is a collection of 52 weekly reflections, each containing a message from Saint John Paul II, a Think About That, a Take Action, a Say a Prayer, and a Did You...

Saint Joseph Confirmation BookUpdated In Accord With The Roman MissalThe Saint Joseph Confirmation Book is an ideal companion for Confirmation candidates, providing the Confirmation rite, prayers, instructions, and inspiring readings from the Gospels. This edition is in accord with both the Roman Missal, which became available in 2011, and the updated Order of Confirmation, which was approved by the Holy See in 2015. A perfect resource and gift for those preparing for the Sacrament of...

Saint Joseph Confirmation Book Updated In Accord With The Roman Missal The Saint Joseph Confirmation Book is an ideal companion for Confirmation candidates, providing the Confirmation rite, prayers, instructions, and inspiring readings from the Gospels. This edition is in accord with both the Roman Missal, which became available in 2011, and the updated Order of Confirmation, which was approved by the Holy See in 2015. A perfect resource and gift for those preparing for the Sacrament of...

Sophie Wonders is a set of 7 books that teach children ages 4-8 about the sacraments. Sophie is a curious little girl, as little children tend to be. She talks with her mom and others about the sacraments and helps children to glimpse the sacraments through the girl's sense of wonder.Books are sold individuallyEach book talks about a specific sacramentReconciliation, Holy Orders, Anointing, Eucharist, Confirmation, Baptism, and Marriage ...

Try to picture the person of the Holy Spirit. You’ll probably think of a dove, or a tongue of fire, or a gust of wind. While those are common symbols of the Third Person of the Trinity, they don’t quite capture who he is or help us relate to him like we relate to the Father and the Son. The Holy Spirit is a person, but he’s … not? This is confusing. So, he’s often left out of our conversation with the Triune God. Author Michelle Schroeder totally understands the struggle. That’s why she wrote...

Readers will find hundreds of prayers, many by members of the University's faculty, staff, students, alumni, and members of the founding Congregation of Holy Cross, as well as guidance on how to pray and inspiring testimonies on the power of prayer. The deluxe gift packaging of this book includes gold foil detailing and four-color interior with striking photography by Matt Cashore, making this book the perfect gift for the worldwide network of Notre Dame students and alumni, as well as for the...

Boys will be eager to read these devotionals created just for them from the same people who created the One Year Book of Devotions for Kids #1-3. A variety of themes relevant to today's elementary school-age boys will encourage and challenge them to personalize lessons from Scripture. FEATURES:365 daily devotionalsBible passages to set up each day's themeA contemporary story to apply each passage to today's boys Daily memory verseKey for each devotional summarizing the applicationComplete...

Boys will be eager to read these devotionals created just for them from the same people who created the One Year Book of Devotions for Kids #1-3. A variety of themes relevant to today's elementary school-age boys will encourage and challenge them to personalize lessons from Scripture. FEATURES:365 daily devotionalsBible passages to set up each day's themeA contemporary story to apply each passage to today's boys Daily memory verseKey for each devotional summarizing the applicationComplete...

The Seven Gifts Of The Holy SpiritWhether you are just about to make your Confirmation or you made it over 50 years ago, there is more to know and cherish about the awesome gifts of the Holy Spirit. Reading and reflecting on Bishop Serratelli's words will enable you to be more open to the promptings of the Holy Spirit. Through history, art, Scripture, and Catholic documents, you will appreciate and grasp more fully how the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit can help you to live a truly authentic...

Written for the candidates in junior high and high school (or older), this YOUCAT Confirmation book provides in-depth preparation for receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation. Designed in the same popular format as the best-selling YOUCAT, this book has interesting, lively text on many spiritual topics and themes to help the student be well prepared to receive the Sacrament. It also includes many good questions throughout the book that youth ask about the faith, God, Jesus, the Church,...

Acts: The Good News of the Holy Spirit Six Weeks with the Bible: Catholic Perspectives The acts of the apostles, better known to us as Acts, is the story of the birth of the church. In Acts, Jesus departs, the Spirit descends, and a dynamic new faith is born. We meet St. Paul and travel with him on his missionary journeys. And we discover that the greatest acts of the apostles are actually a result of the work of the Holy Spirit—the conversions of hearts and lives everywhere. For busy adults...