Saints' lives for children
King of Colors
King of Colors
A Story of Fra Angelico
by Br Roberto, CSC
This story in 1407 when two brothers made their way to a monastery gatehouse to ask to be admitted into the reformed Dominicans. One of the brothers, later known as Fra Angelico, would work hard to overcome many obstacles to perfect himself as an artist. Many of his paintings are still seen today.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 94 pages
A Story of Fra Angelico
by Br Roberto, CSC
This story in 1407 when two brothers made their way to a monastery gatehouse to ask to be admitted into the reformed Dominicans. One of the brothers, later known as Fra Angelico, would work hard to overcome many obstacles to perfect himself as an artist. Many of his paintings are still seen today.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 94 pages
A Story of Fra Angelico
Music From the Hunger Pit
Music From the Hunger Pit
A Story of Saint Maximillian Kolbe
by Brother Roberto, C.S.C.
In the evening of the 13th of July, it was discovered that one of the prisoners of Cell Block 14 had escaped. "You know the penalty for this crime!" said Krott. "Ten of you will go to the Bunker of Hunger tomorrow if your friend does not return during the night!"
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Maximillian Kolbe
by Brother Roberto, C.S.C.
In the evening of the 13th of July, it was discovered that one of the prisoners of Cell Block 14 had escaped. "You know the penalty for this crime!" said Krott. "Ten of you will go to the Bunker of Hunger tomorrow if your friend does not return during the night!"
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Maximillian Kolbe
No Tears For The Bride
No Tears For The Bride
A Story of St Perpetua
by Br Roberto, CSC
This story is set in the early church years of late 100s and early 200s. Shortly after her wedding, while her husband was away on business, there was a decree set forth by the emperor that would put to death many young Christions including Perpetua. She would stand strong for her faith until the death!
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of St Perpetua
by Br Roberto, CSC
This story is set in the early church years of late 100s and early 200s. Shortly after her wedding, while her husband was away on business, there was a decree set forth by the emperor that would put to death many young Christions including Perpetua. She would stand strong for her faith until the death!
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of St Perpetua
A Light On The Mountain
A Light On The Mountain
A Story of St Paul of the Cross
by Brother Roberto, CSC
Paul of the Cross was born in 1694 in Italy. One day while praying before the Blessed Sacrament, Paul heard the words, “My child, whoever comes close to Me, embraces thorns.” Paul knew that sufferings were coming to him, but he trusted in God, and like Jesus, embraced his sufferings. With patience, persistence and great humility, Paul went on to found the Passionists—an order that spreads devotion to the Passion of Christ. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Paul of the Cross, who trusted God, spread devotion to Christ’s suffering, and worked tirelessly to bring others to Christ.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of St Paul of the Cross
by Brother Roberto, CSC
Paul of the Cross was born in 1694 in Italy. One day while praying before the Blessed Sacrament, Paul heard the words, “My child, whoever comes close to Me, embraces thorns.” Paul knew that sufferings were coming to him, but he trusted in God, and like Jesus, embraced his sufferings. With patience, persistence and great humility, Paul went on to found the Passionists—an order that spreads devotion to the Passion of Christ. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Paul of the Cross, who trusted God, spread devotion to Christ’s suffering, and worked tirelessly to bring others to Christ.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of St Paul of the Cross
Torch In The Darkness
Torch In The Darkness
A Story of Saint John of Capistrano
by Brother Roberto, CSC
Born in 1386 in Capistrano, Italy, John was like many boys who preferred to play outdoors rather than do his schoolwork. He grew to be a repected lawyer and became the governor of Perugia. In time he heard God's calling to be a Franciscan preacher and a great defender of the Catholic Faith.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint John of Capistrano
by Brother Roberto, CSC
Born in 1386 in Capistrano, Italy, John was like many boys who preferred to play outdoors rather than do his schoolwork. He grew to be a repected lawyer and became the governor of Perugia. In time he heard God's calling to be a Franciscan preacher and a great defender of the Catholic Faith.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint John of Capistrano
Bring Me An Axe
Bring Me An Axe
A Story of St Boniface of Germany
by Brother Roberto, C.S.C.
"Get out of my way!" Boniface shouted at last as he saw the huge tree totter and begin to fall. At once the pagons scurried out of the path of the falling mass and the great tree fell with a roar and a swish to the ground. With the fall of the great oak of Geismar, paganism in central Germany was given a crushing blow.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of St Boniface of Germany
by Brother Roberto, C.S.C.
"Get out of my way!" Boniface shouted at last as he saw the huge tree totter and begin to fall. At once the pagons scurried out of the path of the falling mass and the great tree fell with a roar and a swish to the ground. With the fall of the great oak of Geismar, paganism in central Germany was given a crushing blow.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of St Boniface of Germany
Andrew the Apostle
Andrew the Apostle
by S.E. Danielski
Saint Andrew was the brother of Saint Peter, the first Pope of the Catholic Church. After listening to the teachings of St John the Baptist, Saint Andrew became the first disciple of Jesus. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of St Andrew who answered the call to holiness and brought others to Jesus.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
by S.E. Danielski
Saint Andrew was the brother of Saint Peter, the first Pope of the Catholic Church. After listening to the teachings of St John the Baptist, Saint Andrew became the first disciple of Jesus. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of St Andrew who answered the call to holiness and brought others to Jesus.
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A Story of Saint Martin de Porres
A Story of Saint Martin de Porres
by Br Ernest, CSC
Martin was born on Decemeber 9, 1579, in Peru. Though his father did not care for him very much, through the love of his mother she taught him to pray and never sin. At an early age he was sent to learn a barber's trade as well as learning about medicine. A few short years later his father told him to leave and not to come back. Martin felt sorry for his father but happy for himself because he could now do what God wanted of him. He helped the sick and the wounded, keeping little money for himself and giving the rest to the poor. He fasted, prayed and did penance. After several years he joined the Dominicans. As he worked in the infirmary his heart was with God and Our Lady. God worked many miracles through Martin.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
by Br Ernest, CSC
Martin was born on Decemeber 9, 1579, in Peru. Though his father did not care for him very much, through the love of his mother she taught him to pray and never sin. At an early age he was sent to learn a barber's trade as well as learning about medicine. A few short years later his father told him to leave and not to come back. Martin felt sorry for his father but happy for himself because he could now do what God wanted of him. He helped the sick and the wounded, keeping little money for himself and giving the rest to the poor. He fasted, prayed and did penance. After several years he joined the Dominicans. As he worked in the infirmary his heart was with God and Our Lady. God worked many miracles through Martin.
Level 1
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A Story of Saint Ignatius Loyola
A Story of Saint Ignatius Loyola
by Br Ernest, CSC
Born in Spain in the year 1491, Ignatius was the youngest of twelve children. His parents wanted him to become a priest but at the age of thirteen he went to Madrid to become a Page to Don Juan. At the age of twenty-five he was wounded in battle. While healing from his injury, back home at the Loyola Castle, he read books on the Life of Christ and the lives of the saints. He realized he needed to make changes in his life and worked hard at doing that. As time went on he and his new friends founded the Society of Jesus. He worked day and night resigning himself to God's Will.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
by Br Ernest, CSC
Born in Spain in the year 1491, Ignatius was the youngest of twelve children. His parents wanted him to become a priest but at the age of thirteen he went to Madrid to become a Page to Don Juan. At the age of twenty-five he was wounded in battle. While healing from his injury, back home at the Loyola Castle, he read books on the Life of Christ and the lives of the saints. He realized he needed to make changes in his life and worked hard at doing that. As time went on he and his new friends founded the Society of Jesus. He worked day and night resigning himself to God's Will.
Level 1
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A Story of St Gemma
A Story of St Gemma
by Br Ernest, CSC
St Gemma Galgani was born in 1878 in a small town near Lucca,Italy. As a young lady, she had a great desire to become a nun and enter the cloister, but God had other plans for her. On June 8, 1899, Jesus and Mary appeared to her in a vision and she received the stigmata on her hands and feet. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Gemma, whose great love for Jesus allowed her to receive many special graces fromt he Lord when she accepted His Will for her life.
Level 1
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by Br Ernest, CSC
St Gemma Galgani was born in 1878 in a small town near Lucca,Italy. As a young lady, she had a great desire to become a nun and enter the cloister, but God had other plans for her. On June 8, 1899, Jesus and Mary appeared to her in a vision and she received the stigmata on her hands and feet. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Gemma, whose great love for Jesus allowed her to receive many special graces fromt he Lord when she accepted His Will for her life.
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A Story of Saint Agnes of Assisi
A Story of Saint Agnes of Assisi
by Flavius, CSC
Agnes grew up at a time when many people were forgetful of God. Many did not value the precious gift God had give them and went to church only because it was the sociable thing to do. After her sister Clare joined St. Francis, Agnes followed against her father's wishes. They founded an order known today as the Poor Clares. They chose poverty over riches knowing they were doing God's Will. Agnes accepted all trials as stepping stones to God. We too, must accept all trials and treat them as gifts to help us reach Heaven. Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur
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by Flavius, CSC
Agnes grew up at a time when many people were forgetful of God. Many did not value the precious gift God had give them and went to church only because it was the sociable thing to do. After her sister Clare joined St. Francis, Agnes followed against her father's wishes. They founded an order known today as the Poor Clares. They chose poverty over riches knowing they were doing God's Will. Agnes accepted all trials as stepping stones to God. We too, must accept all trials and treat them as gifts to help us reach Heaven. Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur
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Story of St Paschal Baylon
Story of St Paschal Baylon
by Br Ernest, CSC
On the Feast of Pentecost in 1540, Paschal Baylon was born in a small Spanish town. His parents were poor peasants, but they helped Paschal develop a deep love for the Blessed Sacrament. After he became a Franciscan Brother he served as a porter and answered the door for all that came to the monastery. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of St Paschal whose humble service to others was a reflection of his great love for the Blessed Sacrament.
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by Br Ernest, CSC
On the Feast of Pentecost in 1540, Paschal Baylon was born in a small Spanish town. His parents were poor peasants, but they helped Paschal develop a deep love for the Blessed Sacrament. After he became a Franciscan Brother he served as a porter and answered the door for all that came to the monastery. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of St Paschal whose humble service to others was a reflection of his great love for the Blessed Sacrament.
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Story of St Wenceslaus
Story of St Wenceslaus
by Brother Ernest, CSC
Saint Wenceslaus was born into a family that his Mother was not Catholic but his Father was. This caused many obstacles in his life but with the help of his Grandmother he stayed true to his faith until the end.
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by Brother Ernest, CSC
Saint Wenceslaus was born into a family that his Mother was not Catholic but his Father was. This caused many obstacles in his life but with the help of his Grandmother he stayed true to his faith until the end.
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A Story of St Jude
A Story of St Jude
by Br Ernest, CSC
Jude was born in Nazareth and was a cousin to Jesus. His father was the brother of Saint Joseph. As children, Jesus and Jude were playmates. Later Jesus chose Jude as one of His Apostles. After Jesus was crucified Jude worked hard to convert pagans to Christianity. Jesue performed many miracles through Jude during this time. Jude became a martyr for the faith while continuing to work for Christ.
Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Jude who even unto death he continued to teach others about Jesus.
Level 1
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by Br Ernest, CSC
Jude was born in Nazareth and was a cousin to Jesus. His father was the brother of Saint Joseph. As children, Jesus and Jude were playmates. Later Jesus chose Jude as one of His Apostles. After Jesus was crucified Jude worked hard to convert pagans to Christianity. Jesue performed many miracles through Jude during this time. Jude became a martyr for the faith while continuing to work for Christ.
Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Jude who even unto death he continued to teach others about Jesus.
Level 1
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Story of St Stephen
A Story of St Stephen
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Saint Stephen was a deacon in the early church. He became the first martyr after the Ascension of Jesus into Heaven.
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by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Saint Stephen was a deacon in the early church. He became the first martyr after the Ascension of Jesus into Heaven.
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Story of St Rita
Story of St Rita
by Brother Ernest
Born in 1386, Rita wanted to be a nun but her parents had other ideas. She married and had 2 children. She had many struggles through her life but she prayed hard for her husband and children. Rather then her children commiting the dreadful sin of murder to avenge the death of their father she prayed that their lives be taken from them.
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by Brother Ernest
Born in 1386, Rita wanted to be a nun but her parents had other ideas. She married and had 2 children. She had many struggles through her life but she prayed hard for her husband and children. Rather then her children commiting the dreadful sin of murder to avenge the death of their father she prayed that their lives be taken from them.
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A Story of Saint Margaret Mary
A Story of Saint Margaret Mary
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C
This is the story of a girl who even in her youth loved to talk to Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. Our Lord appeared to Margaret Mary with His Heart pierced and bleeding, encircled with a crown of thorns telling her, "Behold this Heart which so loved men." He told her that wherever His Heart would be exposed and honored, He would lavish graces and blessings. Special graces are given to all who communicate on the first Friday of nine consecutive months. To anyone who promotes this devotion He said their names would be written in His Heart, never to be blotted out.
Level 1
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by Brother Ernest, C.S.C
This is the story of a girl who even in her youth loved to talk to Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. Our Lord appeared to Margaret Mary with His Heart pierced and bleeding, encircled with a crown of thorns telling her, "Behold this Heart which so loved men." He told her that wherever His Heart would be exposed and honored, He would lavish graces and blessings. Special graces are given to all who communicate on the first Friday of nine consecutive months. To anyone who promotes this devotion He said their names would be written in His Heart, never to be blotted out.
Level 1
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A Story of Saint John Vianney
A Story of Saint John Vianney
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
The hero of A Story of St. John Vianney is usually called the Cure of Ars. His life story is extremely fascinating. As a young man he was a very poor student. For quite some time it was thought that he would not learn enough to be ordained, but since God wanted him to become a priest, things worked out well for him. And what he did for God after he was ordained is admired by all who know about him. He was canonized a saint in 1934 and his great sermons are still being published in books around the world. In a great church built in Ars in his honor, thousands of people come to pay honor to the great saint. Let your children learn to love this humble man, and teach them about his life in this beautifully illustrated title.
Hardcover, size 8" x 6", 32 pages
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
The hero of A Story of St. John Vianney is usually called the Cure of Ars. His life story is extremely fascinating. As a young man he was a very poor student. For quite some time it was thought that he would not learn enough to be ordained, but since God wanted him to become a priest, things worked out well for him. And what he did for God after he was ordained is admired by all who know about him. He was canonized a saint in 1934 and his great sermons are still being published in books around the world. In a great church built in Ars in his honor, thousands of people come to pay honor to the great saint. Let your children learn to love this humble man, and teach them about his life in this beautifully illustrated title.
Hardcover, size 8" x 6", 32 pages
Story of St Hyacinth
A Story of St Hyacinth
by Brother Ernerst, C.S.C.
Born in 1185, this Polish saint had a great devotion to Our Lady. It is only fitting that he died on the Feast of The Assumption, August 15.
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by Brother Ernerst, C.S.C.
Born in 1185, this Polish saint had a great devotion to Our Lady. It is only fitting that he died on the Feast of The Assumption, August 15.
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A Story of St Francis Xavier
A Story of St Francis Xavier
by Br Ernest C.S.C
Francis was a carefree young man ready to take his place in the world as a professor in a university until God sent Ignatius Loyola into his life. He was ordained a priest in 1537 and lived a life filled with prayer and penance to win souls for heaven. His courage and complete faith in God won many converts to the Catholic Church. Reading this story about Saint Francis Xavier teaches us what is important in life, choosing to do God's Will in all things and placing complete trust that He will help us when everything seems hopeless. Saint Francis Xavier loved God and the impossible become possible. Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
by Br Ernest C.S.C
Francis was a carefree young man ready to take his place in the world as a professor in a university until God sent Ignatius Loyola into his life. He was ordained a priest in 1537 and lived a life filled with prayer and penance to win souls for heaven. His courage and complete faith in God won many converts to the Catholic Church. Reading this story about Saint Francis Xavier teaches us what is important in life, choosing to do God's Will in all things and placing complete trust that He will help us when everything seems hopeless. Saint Francis Xavier loved God and the impossible become possible. Has Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
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