Books

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

An ideal addition to the line of St. Joseph New Catholic Bible (NCB) offerings—and the perfect Confirmation gift—the Personal Size Edition provides this fresh, faithful, and reader-friendly Bible translation in a convenient size. An important quality of its extensive and insightful footnotes is their distinctly pastoral tone. This Personal Size Edition, intended for use by Catholics during daily prayer, as well as in private and group study, has a 5½ x 8⅛ format. Enhanced Features Confirmation...

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...

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 ...

Join Brother Francis as he shows us what the Sacrament of Confirmation is, what it does, and why Jesus promised it to us! The Parable of the Good Shepherd: an entertaining yet meaningful reminder of how Jesus, our shepherd, calls us by name and makes us His sheep!The Baptism of Jesus: A moving account of the day Jesus was baptized.The Day of Pentecost: A powerful portrayal of the day the Holy Spirit was sent to the Early Church.The Sacrament of Confirmation: a vivid, simple and clear...

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...

by Mark Hart Do you wonder why, as Catholics, we do some of the things that we do? Do you ever find yourself wishing for short, simple answers as to what the Church teaches and why we claim it as truth? Let 100 Things Every Catholic Teen Should Know, bring to light a bunch of things you might already know and a ton of stuff you probably don't. You won't get long, boring answers; you will get quick, straight answers with 100% Catholic truth. Mark Hart and Todd Lemieux have an undeniably unique...

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

For Boys Under ConstructionHey guys�you can make three minutes for God�s Word, especially when it�s presented in the fun, appealing package of 3-Minute Devotions for Boys?Created just for guys ages 8 to 12, this book offers 90 readings that speak directly to the interests, needs, and dreams of you �men under construction��with plenty of fun references to sports, video games, machines, and all those things you enjoy.In three minutes� time, you can 1) consider a relevant scripture selection; 2)...

Got 3 minutes? . . . Three minutes to much-needed wisdom and encouragement--especially for guys.You'll find just the wisdom and encouragement you need in 3-Minute Devotions for Guys. This practical devotional packs a powerful dose of inspiration into 3 short minutes.Minute 1: scripture to meditate onMinute 2: a just-right-sized-for-you devotional readingMinute 3: a prayer to help you jump-start a conversation with GodEach day�s reading meets you right where you are and is a great way for you...

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...

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Teens Talk Middle School 101 Stories of Life, Love, and Learning for Younger Teens In this collection of 101 stories for younger teens, middle schoolers share their personal stories of life, love, and learning.Middle school is hard. Your bodies are changing, your friends are changing, classes are harder, and tough things happen. This “support group in a book” is specifically geared to you.Read stories written by kids just like you, about their middle school years,...

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 ...

Start your day off right—every day of the year!With an engaging devotion and related scripture selection for every day of the year, Daily Wisdom for Teen Girls is designed to draw you closer to your heavenly Father. Spend daily quiet time with Him and experience encouragement and faith-building inspiration as you come to know and understand God loves and cares about you—no matter what!Page Count:384Binding: Hardback - Printed Cover / 5 x 7 ...

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.

What a marvelous difference drawing close to the Holy Spirit makes in our lives! Regardless of our past, or the trials afflicting us now or those we may face in the future, when we draw near to the Holy Spirit, our lives change for the better. Closeness with the Holy Spirit is the “secret” of holiness and happiness. In this short yet penetrating work, Sr. Mary Ann Fatula reflects on how tenderly and powerfully the Holy Spirit offers us the precious gift of intimacy with Himself. Through the...

What is small enough for a backpack, powerful enough to change a life, and appealing enough to hold teens' attention? This compelling new book guides high school teens on a spiritual quest that could change the way they relate to God for the rest of their lives. Explore prayer forms including Scripture, meditation, the Lord's Prayer, the labyrinth, the Jesus prayer, the Kyrie Eleison, Lectio Divina, and prayers of sorrow, praise and thanksgiving. Apply practical suggestions for living out the...

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...

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...

Author: Margaret Felice, 32 pages, 5.5” x 8.5” This clear and succinct book invites teens to consider the many ways we grow spiritually: through the sacraments, prayer, and attentiveness to God’s presence in everyday occurrences. As teens explore these Catholic spiritual practices and approaches to living, they’ll discover new ways to grow in faith and how they can stay open to their need for God throughout their lives.

Features & Benefits: Provides a handy comprehensive collection of prayers pertaining to a specific devotion Makes a beautiful Confirmation present or gift for a couple getting married Offers explanatory material on the devotions Provides a refreshed translation of the prayers One of very few prayer books pertaining specifically to the Holy Spirit Beautiful elegant leatherette binding with gold edging on the pages Section on everyday prayers: morning offering; acts of faith, hope, and love; the...

PAPERBACK By Fr. Jacques Philippe In the prayer lives of many Christians there is one person of the Trinity that often goes overlooked - The Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is no less involved in our lives than the Father and the Son, yet many are unaware of this. Jesus said about the Holy Spirit, "If I go, I will send you another Comforter." But are we aware of the Holy Spirit in our lives?In the School of the Holy Spirit, by retreat master Jacques Philippe, will lead you to be more attentive to...

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...

Inspired by Pope Francis’ call to all young people of the world to “read the Beatitudes,” this booklet offers short reflections, simple questions, and activities to help teens and twenty-something’s make the Beatitudes their own. For over two millennia, the Beatitudes have been helping people get more out of life and achieve true freedom and happiness. Inspired by Pope Francis’ call to all young people of the world to “read the Beatitudes,” this little book offers short reflections, plus...

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...

One Minute Devotions Boys One-Minute Devotions for Boys presents daily lessons by monthly theme, for a more thorough exploration of God's word and wishes. For January, he'll learn, "What Smart People Do (Wisdom from Proverbs), and in May, he will learn to take comfort in "Talking To God (Prayer)". Each of the 366 devotions include a Scripture verse, a real-life story, with an explanation of the message, and a short prayer. The tone in this volume is winsome and conversational and, though...

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...