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Like the popular Easter Story Egg, this new Christmas Story Egg is sure to delight young and old alike! A great way to teach your children about THE REAL reason for the Christmas season! Read along and open each Story Egg as you go. So many of our favorite things at Christmastime point us back to the real meaning of this special holiday. Discover what Christmas is all about! Includes The Christmas Story Egg book & 7 nesting eggs. Gift Boxed. ...

Playing Mass is a beautiful and effective way for children to learn about their faith. Perfect for parish, school, or home use. Includes buildable altar piece with cross and candles, wine cruet, holy water cruet, chalice, chalice pall, paten with priest host, and ciborium with 6 hosts. Solid wood. 28 pieces. Buildable altar piece finishes 11" wide x 7" high. Other pieces measure from 1-1/2" to 6". Reusable corrugated storage box included. Imported. This product meets or exceeds all US toy...

On each day of Advent, read felt scripture link and add it to felt angel chain base. On Christmas day, read the whole story and reflect on the reason for the season. Ages 3 to 103!Dimension: angel 5" x 4"Material: Felt

20 NOTECARDS WITH ENVELOPESFront Text: PEACE be with youThe colorful Christian symbol on this folded note card adds a Christian flavor to your brief letters. Envelopes are specially lined for privacy. The cards are blank inside and measure 3 1/2" x 6".Details: Lettering with a dove and olive branch in aqua coloring.Size: 3.5 x 6MADE IN THE USA

20 NOTECARDS WITH ENVELOPESFront Text:thank you MAY GOD BLESS YOUThe colorful Christian message on this folded note card adds a Christian flavor to your brief letters. Envelopes are specially lined for privacy. The cards are blank inside and measure 3 1/2" x 6".Details: Text "Thank You, God bless You" with a cross incorporated into the "T" of "Thank You."Size: 3.5 x 6MADE IN THE USA

by Bernadette McCarver SnyderQuestioning is the first step to knowledge. The word "fundamental" means basic, essential, deep-rooted, the foundation of a structure. In131 FUN-damental Facts for Catholic Kidspopular children's author Bernadette McCarver Snyder answers questions about basic things kids might see in a Catholic Church...and in a fun, yet reverent way. They may be surprised to see a lion or a lily, a banner or a boat, a fish or a fountain in a church. But just wait till they hear...

Meet Father Mark!Our new collection of Catholic Priest rag dolls are a wonderful tool to teach children about the priesthood, the liturgical year and it's colors, and the significance of the vestments worn at Mass. Each priest rag doll set comes with a priest (permanently) clothed in his daily clerical clothes (black top, pants, shoes, belt and white Roman collar). The set then also includes removable liturgical vestments including the amice, alb, cincture, 4 stoles (in red, purple, white, and...

Meet Father Paul!Our new collection of Catholic Priest rag dolls are a wonderful tool to teach children about the priesthood, the liturgical year and it's colors, and the significance of the vestments worn at Mass. Each priest rag doll set comes with a priest (permanently) clothed in his daily clerical clothes (black top, pants, shoes, belt and white Roman collar). The set then also includes removable liturgical vestments including the amice, alb, cincture, 4 stoles (in red, purple, white, and...

Unfold, assemble and play Mass! 14 sturdy cardboard pieces pop out to create a scene on the fold-out "altar." Chalice, paten, candles, thurible, monstrance and more are included. Names of each piece are printed on the back, plus an insert teaches about Holy Mass and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. This portable, lightweight set is perfect for on the go! Includes totable vinyl bag.Great for First Communion preparation, religious education classes, and play at home. Ages 3+Ecclesiastically...

My Tender Heart Devotions (Part of the "My Tender Heart" Series)By (author) Laura SassiIllustrated by Sandra Eide My Tender Heart Devotions introduces little ones to weekly reflections with 52 Bible-based readings and rhymes. Encourage young readers to learn and grow in their relationship with God through this uplifting and interactive book of devotions!My Tender Heart Devotions offers 52 age-appropriate meditations for toddlers and preschoolers, including Bible verses and prayer. Using...

Children's Daily Prayer Throughout the history of the Church, Christians have consecrated time by pausing at various moments throughout the day to pray the Liturgy of the Hours (Guide for Celebrating Liturgy of the Hours). Children’s Daily Prayer is a form of the Liturgy of the Hours adapted for children. It helps guide children in a daily service of communal prayer, following the pattern of the Church’s Morning Prayer. The heart of this annual resource is a simple order of prayer for each day...

This 8 1/2 inch x 11 inch, larger laminated prayer card is sold in a pack of 25 and is designed for children to accompany Casey Pawelek's bestselling Look and Learn: Words for Catholic Kids, a brightly illustrated book that helps kids discover and name all the fascinating things that are part of the Catholic faith! Your kids at home or in your class will enjoy this engaging way to seek and find all the treasures in and around the church -- inspired by one busy mom's great idea for keeping her...

Affordable edition of the New American Bible translation with features designed especially for students.Pages: 1440Author: CONFRATERNITY OF CHRISTIAN DOCTRINESize: 5 1/2 x 8 5/8Color: REDBinding: PAPERBACK

There are countless books about the sacraments — but few books about sacramentals. These powerhouses of grace are often overshadowed but should not be overlooked. Here is the book that will help you understand various types of sacramentals and receive the abundant graces that flow from their use. “During the last decades, sacramentals seem too often to have been marginalized, even though they are supposed to be the daily bread of any priest, as well as of the laity,” affirms Fr. Ralph Weimann....

Scott Hahn, the bestselling author of The Lamb’s Supper and Reasons to Believe, celebrates the touchstones of the Catholic life, guiding readers to a deeper faith through the Church’s rites, customs, and traditional prayers. Signs of Life is beloved author Scott Hahn’s clear and comprehensive guide to the Biblical doctrines and historical traditions that underlie Catholic beliefs and practices. Devoting single chapters to each topic, the author takes the reader on a journey that illuminates...

YOUCAT is short for Youth Catechism of the Catholic Church, which will be launched on World Youth Day. Developed with the help of young Catholics and written for high-school age people and young adults, YOUCAT is an accessible, contemporary expression of the Catholic Faith. The appealing graphic format includes Questions-and-Answers, highly-readable commentary, summary definitions of key terms, Bible citations and inspiring and thought-provoking quotes from Saints and others in the margins....

A lively collection of stories of the saints, including those we seldom hear about, but whose stories are worth learning! Whimsical illustrations throughout.

God's Rules, The Ten Commandments are featured on this ruler for a reminder of the priorities of our living faith. Great gift for students and loved ones.

130 Fun Facts From God's Wonder-Filled World is a fascinating foray into facts and tidbits about saints, symbols, human animals, and animal animals, plus inorganic goodies like rocks, coal, sand, water, and computers. Whimsical illustrations will delight readers from 8 to 80.

by Bernadette McCarver SnyderOffers 150 fantastic fun facts from the Bible. Each is full of surprises, secret messages, adventure, and intrigue.

Got a minute? Good! That's all it will take to treat yourself to fun facts, daffy definitions and saintly surprises. Includes riddles, tongue twisters and answers to fun questions like "do you know which saint had a horse named Geraldine?" Filled with a new discovery for each day of the year.

In this comprehensive resource, you'll find prayers for a wide range of topics relevant to teenagers, from dating to decision-making, and from prom to finding your purpose in life. Each topic is connected to Scripture, and each prayer includes interactive questions to spur discussion and conversation. In this Catholic book, themes include athletics and sports, friendship, life's sacredness, loneliness, relationships, technology and much more. Plus, you'll find prayers to help you celebrate...

Building on the popularity of 5 Minutes with Christ, this unique book of meditations draws on insights and anecdotes from great Catholic saints on the subject of education to encourage and inspire teachers and others on the front lines of Catholic education. Drawing its inspiration from the great saints and founders of religious orders dedicated to teaching, 5 Minutes with the Saints offers today’s educators the bite-sized moments of spiritual motivation and affirmation they need to continue...

Every educator needs a friend to turn to when they are facing a rowdy classroom, challenging parent interactions, tense staff meetings, or even just the everyday demands of teaching. Seasoned teacher Amy Cattapan recommends you form a posse of saintly mentors who are always there to offer inspiring examples and powerful intercession. In A Saint Squad for Teachers, Cattapan introduces you to a team of forty-five diverse and relatable saints ready to lift you up and intercede for you during...

Make your calendar Catholic! (Or just have awesome Catholic stickers!) Includes over 360 stickers...13 pages of amazing Catholic stickers! In the hustle and bustle of our fast-paced lives, staying connected to our faith and its essential moments can sometimes be challenging. That's why we came up with our A Year of Catholic Stickers Pack, made exclusively to help you live out your Catholic faith even with the busiest of schedules. With these thoughtfully designed stickers, you'll effortlessly...

by James C. PauleyFilled with powerful testimonies from catechists; the fundamentals of evangelization, catechesis, and discipleship; and even helpful connections for parents, An Evangelizing Catechesis will change your approach to teaching the Catholic Faith. It is perfect for parish catechists, Catholic school religion teachers, parish and diocesan catechetical leaders, youth ministers, RCIA coordinators, pastors, and parents.

This cost-effective Spanish resource is for use with second, third, fourth, and fifth graders preparing for their first Holy Communion or Christian initiation. The perfect supplement to any diocesan approved religious education text book, it is also helpful to parents looking for ways to discuss and guide their child through the liturgy. Inside children will learn: the prayers and responses you say aloudwhen to sit and kneelhow to praise Godto pray for the world and those you loveto listen to...

Tired of princess and puppy stickers? We were too! That's why we wanted to create sticker sheets that would be exciting for our little ones but we could feel good about giving them stickers that reinforced their Catholic faith. This brightly illustrated sticker pack includes St. Raphael, St. Michael, St. Gabriel, and various symbols and sayings related to the archangels. The stickers are perfect for...👉 arts and crafts👉 personalizing notebooks👉 decorating presents Have a little one who...

30 bible stories from the New Testament that highlight the beginnings of the Catholic Church, starting with Pentecost - from an exclusively Catholic perspective! Each card has a bible reading for that story, connections to the Catholic faith and teachings, and conversation starters to spark discussions and deepen your love of scripture. The cards are a great resource for families, bible study groups, religion and Sunday school teachers, and anyone looking to dive deeper into the bible from an...

30 bible stories from the New Testament that highlight Jesus' Life on Earth from an exclusively Catholic perspective. Each card has a bible reading for that story, connections to the Catholic faith and teachings, and conversation starters to spark discussions and deepen your love of scripture. The cards are a great resource for families, bible study groups, religion and Sunday school teachers, and anyone looking to dive deeper into the bible from an exclusively Catholic perspective! BONUS:...

30 bible stories from the Old Testament from an exclusively Catholic perspective! Each card has a bible reading for that story, connections to the Catholic faith and teachings, and conversation starters to spark discussions and deepen your love of scripture. The cards are a great resource for families, bible study groups, religion and Sunday school teachers, and anyone looking to dive deeper into the bible from an exclusively Catholic perspective! Ages +33"x 5"30 cards ...

A volume in the St. Joseph Bible Resources series , Bible Facts and Figures provides essential Bible information in a concise and accessible format. In 32 pages, this full-color, fully illustrated book of facts and figures offers Scripture tables, charts, diagrams, and useful verse-finders. This book is a treasury of information about Sacred Scripture for use in schools, in Bible study groups, or for the individual inquirer. Author: TIM DOWLEY Pages: 32 Size: 6 1/2 X 9 Color: FULL COLOR...

Interactive Bible activity pad reads, sings, and asks questions! 16 busy scenes feature modes for matching, looking and finding, thinking, and guessing. Also hear favorite Bible story moments and sing along with best-loved Bible songs. Card themes are God Made the World, Garden of Eden, Noah's Ark, Daniel in the Lion's Den, Jonah, First Christmas, Sunday School, Children's Choir, and others. More than 200 activities for hours of learning fun for boys and girls! The card reader reinforces early...

Book Bag / Natural Tote Bag // Perfect for day trips, carrying books, shopping, and more, these bags will certainly be a hit with customers. Features an inside pocket for easy access to your phone, keys, and more. Made of 100% Cotton. Machine wash warm with like colors. Non-chlorine bleach. Tumble dry low. Warm iron as needed.Dimensions: 14.2" W x 16.5"H

Winner of a 2019 Catholic Press Association Award: Prayers (Honorable Mention). Catholic school teachers often ask for prayer resources they can use in the classroom. Award-winning theology teacher Justin McClain offers more than two hundred original prayers to meet those requests. This collection of short prayers is arranged by school-year-related themes and can be read by a teacher or student. It is filled with fresh, timely, and meaningful prayers that fit well into any classroom schedule....

A crazy fun card game for crazy fun Catholics! Play this holy twist on Go Fish with family and friends. Be the first to collect the most pairs to win. Gameplay familiarizes children with the Eucharist. Ages 4+2-10 Players

Memorize and understand the sacraments and their symbols with a game of Scrambled Sacraments! Inside you’ll find beautifully illustrated cards depicting symbols relating to all seven sacraments. The whole family will learn more about their Catholic faith and the sacraments during gameplay. Bonus! Use these cards as flashcards to sharpen your Catholic trivia skills. Ages 3+ 1-5 Players Includes: 43 playing cardsComes in a box for storage ...

This collection of essays celebrates 50 years of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. More than a history of the catechesis, it is an expression of gratitude for this approach to listening to God with children begun by Hebrew Scripture scholar Sofia Cavalletti and Montessorian Gianna Gobbi. Several of the contributors have been involved with the work from the beginning, others are significant to its current growth. Each expresses joy and appreciation for the work of the Catechesis of the Good...

Full of concrete advice for dealing with emotional, behavioral, and educational differences between the children in your classes.64 PAGES, PAPERBACK

Catholic Bible Dictionary Edited by Scott Hahn HARDCOVER ABOUT CATHOLIC BIBLE DICTIONARYMore than a generation has passed since the appearance of the last major Catholic Bible dictionary. It has been a fertile generation for biblical scholarship, an eventful time for biblical archaeology, and a fruitful time for the Church’s interpretation of the Bible. It is time for a new resource.Scott Hahn, internationally renowned theologian and biblical scholar, has inspired millions with his insight...

Easy-to-use pronunciation guide and complete history of Catholic terminology in a handy pocket size. Has more than 3,000 entries with concise definitions. Includes specialized terms and foreign phrases. 800 pages.

Catholic Encyclopedia for Children Fascinating stories and captivating illustrations delight children as they discover and explore the basics of the Catholic Church! Here are: The great people and events of the BibleThe life and message of JesusThe history of the early ChurchLives of the saintsFundamental Catholic beliefs and practicesAnd more! This kid-friendly resource is the ideal read-aloud text for kids in kindergarten through second-grade. It's one that has third- and fourth-graders...

Marian Catholic Playing Cards feature colorfully illustrated portraits of the Blessed Mother, and her many titles. Illustrations introduce the importance of Mary and the many titles that have been given to her, in which we love and honor her. Use this deck to celebrate your faith while playing your favorite games. Cards: 2.5 x 3.5"Includes: 52 Playing Cards + Two Jokers

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Teacher Tales 101 Inspirational Stories from Great Teachers and Appreciative Students Laugh and cry reading these 101 stories about the heart and soul of teaching in these inspirational Teacher Tales!You won’t be able to put down these stories about new and experienced teachers, tough kids and sweet kids, funny and embarrassing moments, amazing connections and relationships, and all the ups and downs of being a teacher today. Read about: accidentally showing topless...

Neon wood pencils, ideal for use on Bible paper. 6/pack