Sacrament Prep

Together at Baptism Preparing, Celebrating, and Living the Sacrament Author: Robert Hamma Format: Booklet Pages: 128 Trim size: 6 x 9 inches ISBN: 978-1-59471-297-5 Like Together for Life, and Through Death to Life, this updated edition of Together at Baptism offers both spiritual support and solid information about the sacramental life of the Church.While unaffected by the changes to the Roman Missal, Third Edition, Together at Baptism has been revised to follow the Rite of Baptism for...

Order of Christian Funerals, Ritual Edition: Hardcover The Church calls each member of Christ s Body Priest, Deacon, layperson to participate in the ministry of consolation: to care for the dying, to pray for the dead, to comfort those who mourn (Order of Christian Funerals, 8). Revised and updated, this edition of the Order of Christian Funerals, Ritual Edition includes the ritual texts for the Vigil and related rites and prayers, the funeral liturgy, the Rite of Committal, and the funeral...

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults contains the latest translation of the Rite of Christian Initiation by the International Commission on English in the Liturgy plus the additional sections inserted by the United States Bishops: includes Appendices with acclamations, hymns, and songs, and the National Statutes for the Catechumenate. The format and presentation of each of the rites have been arranged for the convenience of the celebrant, with two-color printing and highly readable...

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 ...

This convenient six-panel leaflet is in a handy size for pocket or purse. In a concise manner, it takes penitents through the rite from the welcome by the Priest to the Dismissal, which occurs after sins have been confessed and forgiven. It is sold in packs of 25. Size: 3 1/2 X 6Color: CREAMBinding: LAMINATED

Outlines Of The Catholic FaithINSPIRING CATHOLIC BOOK: OUTLINES OF THE CATHOLIC FAITHSoftcover / 88pp This revised edition conforms to the new Catechism and contains the basic terms, truths, and identifiers of the Catholic Faith succinctly presented in simple outline form along with a comprehensive addendum of basic Catholic customs and prayers. Outlines of the Catholic Faith is a valuable tool for adult as well as primary level school use. Parents will welcome this valuable Catholic book as a...

The Godparent Book: Ideas and Activities for Godparents and Their Godchildren All godparents hope to form a bond with their godchild, but following through as a life-long, faith-sharing companion to a child can seem like an overwhelming challenge. How does one begin to relate to children at all their ages? And how exactly does one share faith with a child? In The Godparent Book, Elaine Ramshaw is encouraging, reassuring, energizing, and resourceful. Building on the idea that godparent and...

A Catholic Baby's Record Book. A Beautiful Timeless Keepsake for the Catholic Baby. Forty Colorful Pages of Baby Treasured Events and Accomplishments. 8" x 10"

Sacraments are at the heart of our lives as Catholics, the way we celebrate together our continuing conversion and encounter with God. Sacramental preparation is essential if we are to experience the fullness of our life in community and in Christ. Ever conscious of the complex history of the church and its dynamic relationship to ritual, Father Lawrence Mick provides these booklets based on his popular Understanding the Sacraments Today’as a companion to the ongoing and repeated practices...

How To Make A Good Confession Pamphlet Many Catholics avoid the Sacrament of Reconciliation simply because they don't remember how to confess their sins. They simply don't know what to say and are too embarrassed to ask. How to Make a Good Confession, a new pamphlet from Our Sunday Visitor, gives Catholics those words, describing the actions and responses for each step of the sacrament. It also serves as a practical guide to a thorough examination of conscience, asking a series of...

The Pocket Guide to the Sacrament of Reconciliation is a beautiful, prayerful book by Fr. Mike Schmitz and Fr. Josh Johnson which helps Catholics enter in to the Sacrament of Reconciliation more deeply. In this small but powerful book, Fr. Mike and Fr. Josh explain: How to make an excellent examination of conscienceHow to identify the root cause of sins you find yourself confessing over and over againWhat to do if you don't feel sorry for your sinsWhat to do if you can't think of anything to...

Orientaciones litúrgicopastorales de la Comisión Episcopal de Pastoral Litúrgica. Celebraciones penitenciales para Cauresma, Adviento y Tiempo Ordinario. Celebraciones penitenciales especiales para niños, para jóvenes y para enfermos. Guías para el examen de conciencia: generales, para niños, para jóvenes. Leccionario completo para las celebraciones penitenciales con la traducción oficial del Episcopado Mexicano. Liturgical/pastoral guidance from the Bishops Commission on Liturgical Ministry...

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...

In When You Are an RCIA Sponsor by Rita Burns Senseman reflects on the responsibility and significance of being chosen to share your faith and personal experience with someone less familiar with the path than you. She explains clearly and briefly the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. Her explanation includes a description of the rituals involved in the initiation process as well as a description of the theology of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. She offers suggestions for being a...

Marriage is a lifelong choice, a vocation, and a sacrament, and preparing for it takes more than planning the ceremony. Over time the partners will reflect, discuss, and take action toward building a more complete unity in mind, body, and heart. Through the sacrament of marriage, spouses are joined together in the Lord and become a new sign of God’s presence to the world. Part of the Liguori Sacramental Preparation Series, this workbook prepares couples for their new life as husband and wife....

The Book of the Elect is the companion book for the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, which calls for its use. Beautifully and sturdily bound in a red gold-stamped cloth cover, The Book of the Elect is magnificently illustrated with symbols relating to the Rite. There is ample space for the name of the Elect and their godparents (if desired), and each page is attractively arranged and printed. The elegant Book of the Elect is printed in two colors, includes a ribbon marker, and features...

This volume aims to open parents' hearts and minds to a deeper understanding of their Catholic faith. It asks them to confirm their own beliefs as they prepare to share their faith with their child. Parents are offered basic information as well as new insights on the topics of baptism, sin, grace, faith, and the baptismal rite and its symbols.

My Confirmation Prayer BookThis Prayer Books offers timeless and contemporary prayers framed with sacred art to inspire and renew readers dedicated to living by the spirit of their faith.-- Paper -- 4" W x 6" HIncludes Devotional Prayers, the Order of the Mass and Rite of Confirmation, Preparation for Confession and Communion, Catechesis on Confirmation, the Rosary, Stations of the Cross and Prayers to the Holy SpiritSoftcover96 Pages ...

Spanish-English bilingual edition of the Catholic marriage rite is available in the United States. The Order of Celebrating Matrimony/Ritual del Matrimonio is produced with the beauty, quality, and affordability our customers have come to expect.Liturgical Press tiene el gusto de ofrecer la nica edicin espaol-ingls disponible en los Estados Unidos del Rito del Matrimonio catlico. El volumen del Ritual del Matrimonio / The Order of Celebrating Matrimony es un producto bello, de gran calidad y...

When Other Christians Become Catholic Paul Turner, STD Paperback, 184 pgs , 6 x 9 Each year, many adults who have never been baptized become Catholic. In the United States, these adults are outnumbered by baptized Christians of other denominations who seek to enter into the full communion of the Catholic Church. In the minds of many Catholics’indeed, in many parish preparation programs’there is little difference between the two groups. Baptized and catechized Christians are often placed in...

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...

A Pocket Guide to Sacramental Reconciliation BY KEVIN AND MARY O'NEILL In full-color illustrations and crisp dialogue, charming Catholic friends Fulton and Cynthia will help you learn about the immense gift to mankind that is the Sacrament of Reconciliation. From learning the difference between mortal and venial sin (and how to avoid them!) to how to prepare to make a good Confession, to what it means to receive the power of God’s healing love, grace, and mercy, this entertaining book will...

Anointed and Sent: Reflections of Gratitude and Praise for the Priesthood  PAPERBACK by Pope Francis This series of reflections on the meaning and ministry of the priesthood is based on the pope’s Holy Thursday Chrism Mass homilies delivered from March 2013 to the present. In addition, it includes the pope’s letter to priests on the occasion of the 160th anniversary of the death of St. John Vianney, patron saint of priests. ...

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...

His cause for canonization is progressing, and his videos and books are widely viewed and in persistent demand. But of all his writings, Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s most influential and practical guides, by far, were These Are the Sacraments and Three to Get Married. These two books are once again available in this rich single volume, along with comprehensive commentaries by the late, revered Father John Hardon—themselves a powerful tutorial in how to read the great archbishop. “We cannot begin...

Parents are the primary educators of their children, as stated in the Catechism of the Catholic Church (Para. 1653). Moreover, the Second Vatican Council document Lumen Gentium identifies parents as the "first heralds of the faith" to their children. Unfortunately, many parents today are ill equipped to take on this role because they haven't been fully evangelized in the Christian Faith. Building a Firm Foundation is an eight-week evangelization and formation program for parents and guardians...

A fun and creative way for children to learn about the Seven Sacraments, signs of God's love for us, this coloring book is adapted from The Seven Sacraments St. Joseph Picture Book by Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D., and illustrated by Paul T. Bianca. Pages: 32 Size: 8 1/2 x 11 Color: ILLUSTRATED Binding: PAPERBACK

A fun and creative way for children to learn about the importance of going to Confession and receiving Holy Communion. Text by Michael Goode and illustrations by Margaret Skelly. Pages: 32 Size: 8 1/2 X 11 Color: ILLISTRATED Binding: PAPER

This book is one in a series of eight, promulgated by the Pontifical Council for the Promotion of the New Evangelization, which are the official catechetical resources for the Jubilee Year of Mercy (December 8, 2015 - November 20, 2016). Pope Francis will be speaking on these themes in his weekly catechesis throughout the year. "At time we are called to gaze even more attentively on mercy so that we may become a more effective sign of the Father's action in our lives." -- Pope Francis80 pages,...

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...

Beautifully illustrated pocket introduction to the Catholic Faithby Holden , Fr Marcus / Pinsent, Fr AndrewThis new, illustrated, pocket catechism offers a succinct and reliable introduction into the fullness of the Catholic faith. Drawing on Scripture and Tradition, and fully cross-referenced to the Catechism and Compendium. Paperback.

Evangelium is a resource which enables all parishes to run courses for adults on the Catholic Faith. It offers an excellent grounding in the full panorama of Catholic beliefs. A modular resource, it follows the same division as the Catechism of the Catholic Church into Creed, Sacraments, Morals and Prayer. Evangelium not only teaches about the Faith. It also gives a rich visual experience of the Faith by means of contemporary multimedia technology and over one hundred of the greatest works of...

Feeding Hungry Hearts Celebrating The Eucharist DVD In this 45 minute four-part video, Father Joe Kempf invites each of us to look at this sacrament of the Eucharist--and how, together when we celebrate as a community of faith at Mass, we are receiving this phenomenal gift of the meal called Eucharist. Simply for any Catholic wanting to deepen their appreciation of the Eucharist and understanding of the Mass, or for study groups, personal reflection, new Catholics or RCIA participants, youth...

First Communion Missal for girl"Cathedral" Edition, Bonella Italian Art Gold Stamped Padded Cover144 Pages

The process of preparing a Catholic funeral can be a healing and life-giving experience for all who are involved. This resource provides parish staffs with a thorough treatment of the various funeral rites—from the first meeting with families after death through the burial. It offers pastoral guidance for collaborating with families, preparing the liturgical environment and music, selecting prayer texts, scheduling liturgical ministers, and ways for your parish to be a source of comfort, hope,...

This best-selling book has been a practical and spiritually enriching formational resource for years and is now newly updated! In addition to the content users valued in the last three editions, this revised fourth edition now gives particular emphasis to the differences that exist between sponsoring a candidate and sponsoring a catechumen.Saddlestitched | 6 x 9 | 80 pages

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...

This book provides a paragraph-by-paragraph commentary on the Catholic Church's Order of Celebrating Matrimony. Readers will learn about the history and theology of the elements of the rite and of the pertinent texts in the Roman Missal. Paul Turner provides translations of reports of the study group that revised the ceremony after the Second Vatican Council. The book also covers the Spanish translations used in the United States, Mexico, and Colombia, and variations permitted in Australia and...

This DVD Adventure Guides take you on a fascinating step-by-step journey through the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Scripture, history, and tradition are explained in a way that makes the prayers and actions of the priest—and our reverent responses— come alive in the imaginations and hearts of children ... and adults. Our children teach your children WHO does WHAT, WHEN, and WHY during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. We explain all the sights, sounds, and actions of the Liturgy so your children...

Juntos para toda la vida Una Preparación Para La Celebración Del Matrimonio La celebración del Matrimonio es un evento muy importante para la vida de cada pareja. Juntos para toda la vida es una guía fácil de usar del P. Joseph Champlin que ayuda a las parejas a participar activamente en su boda. También, les da además la oportunidad de incorporar tradiciones de nuestra cultura hispana. La quinta edición de Juntos para toda la vida provee lecturas y opciones de oración para el Rito de...

An illuminating, reassuring explanation of the Catholic Church’s teachings on confession and forgiveness by the bestselling author of The Lamb’s Supper and Hail, Holy Queen.Jesus told his first clergy, “If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained.” In Lord, Have Mercy, Scott Hahn explores the sacrament of reconciliation and shows why it is the key to spiritual growth, particularly in these times of intense anxiety and uncertainty.Drawing...

How Catholics gave the modern world so many things that we now take for granted.In a recent debate, broadcast worldwide by the BBC, over 87% of the audience rejected the motion that the Catholic Church is a force for good in the world. To set the record straight, this booklet summarises the extraordinary fruitfulness of the faith, noting that our university system, art, music, legal tradition, charity and even much of our science arises from Catholic civilisation and Catholic minds. This...

Marriage and Holy Orders: Your Call to Love and Serve focuses on adult vocations in the two sacraments at the service of communion: marriage and priesthood. The discernment of these vocations involves preparation through living a chaste single life, which is also essential to living the permanent single vocation. For both women and men, lay and ordained, careful deliberation must also be given to the various callings of the consecrated life. Each chapter provides a thorough presentation of...

As couples prepare to be married in the Catholic Church, it is important for them to take time to share their faith and gain insights into each other’s family history and personal expectations for a sacramental Marriage. This resource is designed to help couples put Christ at the center of their marriage. It will engage them in conversation about Catholic teachings, handling conflict, developing strong communication skills, maintaining financial security, starting a family, and fostering a...

The New American Catechism (No. 0) uses the question-and-answer method to emphasize the essential elements of Catholic doctrine in an orderly way and thus help young children better to retain and understand them. Written for children in Grades 1 and 2 (First Communion preparation), this book relies upon the official U.S. Bishops' document “Basic Teachings for Catholic Education,” the teachings of Vatican II, and Scripture to provide an explanation of the Catholic Faith. This economical book is...

Pages: 80Size: 4 3/8 X 6 3/4Color: GREENBinding: PAPERBACK The Order Of Baptism Of Children (Participation Booklet) includes all the texts for the Order of Baptism for Several Children and the Order of Baptism for One Child. This booklet also contains a Letter to New Parents that walks them through each part of the ceremony so they will know what will occur on the day of their child's Baptism and thus have a better understanding of the different signs, symbols, words, and actions surrounding...

Catholics celebrate God’s mercy most richly by participating in the sacrament of reconciliation. This portable booklet helps one prepare a thoughtful, deeply felt confession and to experience the loving mercy of God in this sacrament of healing. This revised edition includes Scripture reflections on God’s forgiveness, examinations of conscience, and a walk through the newly revised Order of Penance. Whether you prefer to approach the sacrament during your parish’s weekly scheduled times or...