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.
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A Practical Handbook for Souls, Who Dare to Transform the World, One Deed at a Time
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Clean Love in Courtship
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My Friend Jesus
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The Apostles' Creed
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I Obey God
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Good Saint Joseph
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Saint Martin de Porres
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Saint Peter the Apostle
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The Hidden Power of Kindness
The Hidden Power of Kindness
A Practical Handbook for Souls, Who Dare to Transform the World, One Deed at a Time
by Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik

Transform yourself — and the world — through kindness!

Kindness counts. If you have trouble acting with the consistent kindness our Lord expects, your relationships with God and those you love may be suffering.

Probably you just can’t find the time — and can’t ever seem to develop the patience — that you need in order to be consistently kind amid the irritations that afflict you daily. That’s why this book is such a godsend.

You’ll learn how to be kinder, even in difficult circumstances.

There’s nothing complicated or magical about learning to be kinder; it just takes greater attention to the things that you do and how you do them. The Hidden Power of Kindness shows you how to become more aware of even your most offhand daily actions. You’ll find simple, step-by-step, and spiritually crucial directions for how to overcome the habitual unkindnesses that creep — undetected — into the behavior of even the most careful souls.

If you want to make progress in the spiritual life, you can’t afford to miss the bracing insights in this handbook for souls who yearn to be kinder. They’ll give you years of solid help in overcoming sin so that you’ll live more fully with others — and truly transform your corner of the world!

You’ll learn:
  • Four ways you can become more considerate . . . immediately!
  • Sympathy: why it’s your spiritual responsibility to show it to others — and five ways you can start doing so
  • Three things to do — and three things you must not do — in order to grow kinder quickly
  • Four surprising reasons why it’s spiritually dangerous to criticize others
  • Three sure-fire remedies to eliminate sinful anger from your life
  • Seven ways you can turn to your own spiritual benefit the wrongs that others do to you
  • Six ways you can find and root out the hidden envy that may be choking your spirit right now
  • And much more to help you grow kinder — and holier!
  • Practical step-by-step instructions for overcoming all forms of unkindness and meanness
  • Also includes a 67-question self-examination you can use to monitor your progress in growing kinder and holier!

Paperback, size 9" x 6", 250 pages
A Practical Handbook for Souls, Who Dare to Transform the World, One Deed at a Time
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Mary My Mother
Mary My Mother
by Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik

Biography of Mary, the Mother of God and our Heavenly Mother.

Paperback, 32 pages, full colour illustrations
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Our Lady of Fatima
Our Lady of Fatima
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
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Clean Love in Courtship
Clean Love in Courtship
Clean Love in Courtship
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.
 
Additionally, he demonstrates that Catholic marriage is different from secular marriage and why it is important to choose a partner who is of the Catholic Faith if one would ensure his or her personal happiness in marriage. With the rampant dangers to impurity today, with the lax moral standards of a large segment of our society, with divorce at epidemic levels, Clean Love in Courtship will be a welcome source of light and guidance to Catholics serious about their faith.

Booklet, size 7" x 4.25", 80 pages
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My Friend Jesus
My Friend Jesus
'Helps children to see that Jesus is their faithful, companion. Illustrated in full color. 32pp'
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I Believe in God
An explanation of the Apostles' Creed in full colour. 32pp, softcover, Illus.
The Apostles' Creed
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Prayers to the Boy Jesus
Prayers to the Boy Jesus

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
Paperback, 32pages
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The Ten Commandments
The Ten Commandments
I Obey God
by 
Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik

Simply written to help children better understand the Catholic faith.

Paperback, size 7.2" x 5.3", 32 pages, full colour illustrations
I Obey God
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God Loves Us All
God Loves Us All
by Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik

Celebrates God's love for us.

Paperback, size 7.2" x 5.3", 32 pages, full colour illustrations
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Good Saint Joseph
Good Saint Joseph
Good Saint Joseph
by Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D.

This book by beloved author Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. introduces Catholic children to the life of Saint Joseph. Among the features of this book are:

  • full-color illustrations that depict important events in the life of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph
  • a biography of Saint Joseph and an explanation of his role as patron and protector of the Catholic Church
  • a prayer to Saint Joseph
  • durable sewn paperback binding
Paperback, size 7" x 5", 32 pages
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The Eight Beatitudes
' A simple explanation of the Beatitudes. 32pp, softcover, Illus. '
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My First Prayer Book
My First Prayer Book
by Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik

Beautifully illustrated book of simple prayers for children. These are some of the features of this book:
  • more than 20 prayers, including the Our Father, Hail Mary, and the Apostles' Creed
  • beautiful full-color illustrations
  • durably sewn paperback binding

Paperback, size 7.2" x 5.3", 32 pages, Illustrated
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Saint Martin de Porres
Saint Martin de Porres
Saint Martin de Porres
by Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik

Teaches children about the life and influence of this beloved Saint.

Paperback, 32 pages, Full-color illustrations
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A Novena of Holy Communions
A Novena of Holy Communions
'A famous devotional booklet of nine consecutive Communion exercises. Each exercise consists of a novena prayer, an intimate talk with Our Lord, and a brief self-examination. Rich in doctrine; ideal to make over and over throughout life--to grow in holiness and grace. 70pp'
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Prayers for Everyday
Prayers for Everyday
by Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik

This book by beloved author Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, includes simple prayers for Catholic children. Among the features of this book are:
  • a prayer for each day of the seven days of the week
  • a prayer for morning and a prayer for evening
  • a collection of prayers of thanksgiving
  • full-color illustrations
  • durably sewn paperback binding

Paperback, size 7.2" x 5.3", 32 pages
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The Seven Sacraments
The Seven Sacraments
by Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik

Introduces and explains to children the Sacraments. Illustrated in full colour.

Paperback, size 7.2" x 5.3", 32 pages
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The Miracles of Jesus
The Miracles of Jesus
by Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik

A presentation of the miracles Jesus performed in the Bible.

Paperback, size 7" x 5", 32 pages, Illustrated
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Saint Peter the Apostle
Saint Peter the Apostle
Saint Peter the Apostle
by Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik

Relates the life and influence of our first Pope, St Peter.

Paperback, 32 pages, full colour illustrations
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The Parables of Jesus
The Parables of Jesus
The Parables of Jesus
by Fr Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D.

This full-color illustrated children's book tells the famous parables of Jesus in words children can understand.

Paperback, 32 pages, Illustrated
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My Life with God
My Life with God
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
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