Lovasik, Fr Lawrence
Fr. Lawrence Lovasik, SVD was born on June 22, 1913 in Tarentum, Pennsylvania. He attended primary school at Saint Clement School before continuing on to Divine Word minor seminary and college in Girard, Pennsylvania. In 1962 he published his work "The Hidden Power of Kindness" (El Poder Oculto de la Amabilidad). He graduated in 1931.
Father Lovasik then entered the Divine Word Major Seminary in Techny, Illinois, where he graduated in 1938. After completing his theological studies at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, Father Lovasik was ordained a missionary priest of the Society of the Divine Word on August 14, 1938.
Father Lovasik spent several years as a teacher and Prefect of Seminarians for the Society of the Divine Word. For over forty years, he preached parish missions throughout the Eastern United States and conducted retreats throughout the world.
In 1954, Father Lovasik founded the Sisters of the Divine Spirit, a missionary congregation of women religious. In 1967, he founded the Family Service Corps, a secular institute devoted to charitable work for the sick, elderly and needy.
Father Lovasik said his life's ideal was to make God more known and loved through his writings. He published more than 30 books and over 75 pamphlets including prayer books, Bible stories for children, lives of the saints, and catechisms.
Father Lovasik retired from missionary work in 1982. He died on June 9, 1986.
Time-Tested Ways to Help You Strengthen Your Marriage and Raise Good Kids
by Fr. Lawrence Lovasik
Here is a crucial book for you if you want to shield your family from the effects of our selfish secular culture, which destroys families and poisons relationships.
Fr. Lawrence Lovasik, the renowned author of The Hidden Power of Kindness, gives faithful Catholics all the essential ingredients of a stable and loving Catholic marriage and family — ingredients that are in danger of being lost in our turbulent age.
Using Scripture and Church teachings in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step format, Fr. Lovasik helps you understand the proper role of the Catholic father and mother and the blessings of family. He shows you how you can secure happiness in marriage, develop the virtues necessary for a successful marriage, raise children in a truly Catholic way, and much more.
Let Fr. Lovasik strengthen your marriage and family as you discover:
- Three things you can learn from the Holy Family about living as a family today
- The secret of gaining God's blessing and peace upon your family: do you know it?
- Four crucial lessons no school can teach to your children (only you can!)
- Why marital happiness is not automatic, but must be earned (and how to earn it)
- Common mistakes fathers make that can damage their families irrevocably
- The primary requirement for family happiness: does your family measure up?
- The secret of overcoming the anger that can disrupt any relationship
- Eleven simple steps you can take to bring harmony to your marriage right now
- Are you selfish? Sixteen searching questions to ask yourself in order to find out
- Four qualities that every good parent has: can you name them? Do you have them?
- Sex education: how to navigate this minefield in a way that is good for your kids
- Plus much more that will help you imbue your family with Catholic values!
Paperback, 240 pages
by Fr Lawrence Lovasik
This Catholic kids’ Bible features stories from the Holy Scriptures, intended for the whole family and easy to understand. Lavishly illustrated and praised by leading Catholic educators for their style, these simply written stories will delight children time after time.
Made with both high standards and beginning readers in mind, each copy of this illustrated children’s Bible comes in craftsman-quality, padded hardcover binding that is virtually unbreakable. And with brilliantly colored artwork and an inviting, easy-to-follow storybook style, it’s sure to hold kids’ attention as they explore God’s Word.
The first part of the Catholic Picture Bible recaps key moments in the Old Testament from the creation of Adam to the coming of Christ. The second part offers more than 70 stories from the New Testament that beautifully narrate Jesus’ life, work, and teachings.
Ages 4 - 10 years
Soft Hardcover, size 10.5" x 6.1", 240 pages
by Fr. Lawrence Lovasik, SVD
This booklet contains practical advice on the subjects of dating and choosing a spouse from the Catholic theological viewpoint. Father Lovasik points out clearly what one's moral obligations are in this area, providing an invaluable aid to youthful readers.
Booklet, size 7" x 4.25", 80 pages
Prayers to the Boy Jesus
by Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D
This book by beloved author Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, introduces Catholic children to a great collection of prayers to the Child Jesus. Among the features of this book are:
- Twenty-four wonderful prayers to the Boy Jesus
- full-color illustrations
- durably sewn paperback binding
by Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik
This book contains fifteen simple prayers that will help children turn to and appreciate their Guardian Angel. These prayers help teach children that these Angels are their special protectors, messengers, and companions.
The follwing prayers are included in this title:
- Prayer to My Messenger from God
- Prayer to My Everlasting Friend
- Prayer to My Contsant Companion
- Prayer to My Special Helper
- Prayer to My Protector
- Prayer of Appreciation
- Prayer for Family Love
- Prayer for Kindness
- Prayer for Sharing
- Pryaer for Thoughts of God
- Prayer to Open My Heart
- Prayer for Obedience
- Prayer for Love of Jesus
- Prayer for Peaceful Sleep
- Prayer of Love
- Prayer to My Guardian Angel
Paperback, size 7.2" x 5.4", 32 pages, full colour illustrations
by Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik
May the story of St. Peregrine, the "Cancer Saint," give faith to those fearing or suffering from cancer or any form of running sores. May they turn in earnest prayer to him who has rightly been named by the Church as Patron of those suffering from Running Sores and Cancer. More effective than any earthly cure is PRAYER! Prayer enlists the support of God's almighty power.
Booklet, size 8" x 5", 24 pages
by Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik
Shows children how God is part of their lives.
Paperback, size 7.2" x 5.3", 32 pages, full colour illustrations
by Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik
The story of the appearances of Our Lady to Juan Diego.
Paperback, 32 pages, full colour illustrations
by Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik
St. Joseph Picture Book Series, Part 11 of 12 books on the "Super-Heroes of God"--commonly known as Saints--by beloved author Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. introduces Catholic children to 15 of the most well-known Saints. Among the features of this book are:
- a full-color illustration of each Saint
- short, easy-to-understand lives of the Saints that offer a window on what made them so special in the eyes of God
- the feast day for each Saint in accordance with the liturgical calendar of the Catholic Church
- concluding prayer.
Saints included in this edition are:
| St. Alberic | St. Mutien Marie Wiaux | St. Margaret of Cortona | St. Angela Guerrero |
| St. Clement Mary Hofbauer | St. Hermenegild | St. Wiborada | St. Epiphanius of Salamis |
| St. Madeleine Sophie Barat | St. John of Sahagun | Bl. Osanna of Mantua | St. Macrina the Younger |
| St. Grimonia | St. Eulalia of Merida | Bl. Jutta of Diessenberg |
Paperback, size 7" x 5", 32 pages
God's Messengers and Helpers
by Fr Lawrence Lovasik
This book teaches children about Angels and their place in our lives.
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The Angels: God's Messengers and Our Helpers is an ideal gift for a child's First Holy Communion.
Paperback, size 7" x 5", 32 pages, Illus.
by Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D.
This book introduces children to the history of and the devotion to Our Lady of Fatima. Among the features of this book are:
- an easily understandable synopsis of the Marian appearances at Fatima, Portugal in 1917
- an explanation of the legacy of the Marian appearances at Fatima
- three great prayers to the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God
Paperback, size 7.2" x 5.3", 32 pages, full colour illustrations
- Pages: 32
- Author: REV. LAWRENCE G. LOVASIK, S.V.D.
- Size: 5 1/2 X 7 3/8
- Color: ILLUSTRATED
- Binding: PAPERBACK
by Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik
Biography of Mary, the Mother of God and our Heavenly Mother.
Paperback, 32 pages, full colour illustrations