Spiritual Life
by Fr Thomas B. Chetwood, S.J.
A booklet about a fictional character dreamed up by Fr Chetwood, who really makes “Tony” “come alive.” He is a teenager, a bit on the delinquent side, always getting into trouble.
The text is written in a style which will appeal to the younger crowd. The booklet has a strong emotional ending, enough to make a grown man cry. The message on the Holy Eucharist is profound and will be remembered by all readers. Give this to a teenager you know, after you first read it, so they can see the joy that Catholic books can provide.
Booklet, size 8" x 4.6", 30 pages, Impr 1933
The Catechism Explained by Stories and Examples
Organised according to the questions and answers of the Baltimore Catechism
by Fr Francis Spirago
From the author of The Catechism Explained: An Exhaustive explanation of Christian Doctrine, now comes the Catechism Explained: By Stories and Examples.
This classic work draws from saints, classical antiquity, medieval and early modern figures, and cultural stories to illustrate what the teachings of the Catholic faith are. Fr. Spirago, in his introduction notes:
“The great value of examples and illustrations in teaching children and the uneducated is universally acknowledged. The Romans used to say: Verba movent, exempla trahent (Words influence, examples attract). The reason for this is that examples stimulate the imitative instinct, which is strong in most people, especially in the young; consequently they are a powerful factor in education. In imparting instruction, also, examples are of no slight assistance, for they serve to elucidate the teaching, to render the lesson interesting and attractive, and keep the attention of the scholar from wandering. The teacher need only say: Now, children, I am going to tell you a story, and all eyes are forthwith fixed on him.”
Spirago’s wonderful volume of Catechetical Stories has been arranged around the question and answer format of the Baltimore Catechism. Thus, each question and answer of the Catechism has accompanied by a series of stories illustrating its teaching, drawn from the depths of Catholic Tradition. This new addition has been supplemented by stories from the lives of the saints and historical anecdotes.
Hardcover, size 8.75" x 5.75", 536 pages
Also available in Paperback.
With Saints And Symbols Of The Eucharist
by Katherine Sotnik
Presents beautifully detailed pictures, ranging from symbols of the Eucharist to images of the saints who contributed to our understanding and devotion to the Eucharist. Written and illustrated by artist Katherine Sotnik, this book teaches as it entertains, showing the vessels for the liturgy as well as explaining the different names and terms that the Eucharist has.
Paperback, size 11" x 8.5", 72 pages
In the words of Mary, the Mother of Jesus.
by Father Gales
Mary speaks to children about the story of Jesus from the very beginning to the time of his resurrection into heaven. Each page is beautifully illustrated.
Age range: 2-10 years
Paperback, size 6.3" x 5.2", 32 pages, Impr 1952
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The Joyful Mysteries of the Holy Rosary
by E. Mary Christie
This is the story of Mary's life with the Child Jesus, presented in a format your child will love and treasure.
Each mystery is narrated as a poem and accompanied by a hand-painted illustration.
A prayer to Mary, asking for a virtue, concludes each mystery.
Paperback, size 6" x 6", 26 pages
Living My Religion Series Book 8
by Msgr W. R. Kelly, LL.D., Fr Edmund J. Goebel, Ph.D., Sr Mary Imelda, S.L., Fr Daniel M. Dougherty, M.A. and Msgr M. A. Schumacher, M.A.
Explained and correlated with Bible and Church history, this traditional catechism program was reproduced from the 1940’s edition with no revisions. Based upon the questions and answers of the Baltimore Catechism, this book concludes the complete and integrated course in religion for grades kindergarten through eight. The purpose is to see to it that the pupil has a clear and adequate knowledge of his Holy Faith.
Syllabus and Teacher manual is also available.
Paperback, size 8.5" x 5.5", 337 pages
The Glorious Mysteries of the Holy Rosary
by E. Mary Christie
This is the story of Jesus’ triumph over death and sin, presented in a format your child will love and treasure.
Each mystery is narrated as a poem and accompanied by a hand-painted illustration.
A prayer to Mary, asking for a virtue, concludes each mystery.
“The Rosary…the prayer that touches most the Heart of the Mother of God.”
~ Pope Saint Pius X
Paperback, size 6" x 6", 26 pages
by E. Mary Christie
This is the story of Jesus’ Passion and Crucifixion, presented in a format your child will love and treasure.
Each mystery is narrated as a poem and accompanied by a hand-painted illustration.
A prayer to Mary, asking for a virtue, concludes each mystery.
Paperback, size 6" x 6", 26 pages
by Mother Margaret Bolton
After creating the Spiritual Way series, Mother Bolton created a series meant to prepare children for that series, as well as for First Confession and First Communion. This series, called "A Little Child’s First Communion” was carefully based on Psychological principles as well as Catholic Doctrine.
This manual, written to accompany that series, seeks to provide a broad spectrum of material on which the teacher may rely to enrich his or her own knowledge and understanding of the subject. Drawing from the Catechism, Scripture and the Church Fathers, this book provides an ample basis for the catechist in this crucial task.
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 240 pages
by Mother Margaret Bolton
Mother Margaret Bolton began her career in 1892 as a public school teacher in New York City before entering the Convent of the Cenacle of St. Regis in 1913, where she soon became Director of Religion. To prepare younger children for the series, while also readying them for reception of the sacraments, she developed this series of six booklets called "A Little Child's First Communion."
Book One: God is Love
Book Two: God Loves Truth
Book Three: God Sent His Own Beloved Son
Book Four: The Holy Way, The Straight Way
Book Five: Temples of the Living God
Book Six: Come, Lord Jesus
All six booklets are included in this one volume.
Intended to be used either in parochial schools or in parish catechesis programs, this series involves the parents in their child's formation through stories and activities. When paired with its manual, called Foundational Principles for Catholic Doctrinal Action, the parent or teacher is supplied with an overview of the didactic methods as well as the basis for each of the concepts taught in the series, including quotes from Scripture, the Catechism and the Church Fathers.
Paperback, size 9.25" x 7.5", 256 pages
For little Catholics
by Francis McGrade
This book explains how to say the 15 mysteries of the rosary, explains each mystery as well as having beautiful illustrations.
Age range from 2-10.
Paperback, size 6.3" x 5.2", 20 pages
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A Book for Little Folks About the Holy Mass
by Marie Ellerker
First published in 1912, this delightful book outlines the meaning and importance of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass for children. With a brief introduction by Fr. Vincent McNabb.
Paperback, size 8" x 5", 106 pages
to which has been added
The Catholic Child Goes to Mass
Most pages have a beautiful line drawing and story on either the same or opposite page.
Teaches Sign of the Cross, what to do at Mass, night prayers and much more.
Paperback, size 11” x 8.5”, 32 pages
by Ellen R. Toner
With charming rhyming verses, the Benedictine Sisters present glimpses of their everyday life of joy, work, praise — and fun! Experience the excitement of entering the unknown mystery and beginning a new life inside the hallowed walls of the convent.
You will experience the Sisters’ excitement about first receiving their habits, their delight in caring for the elderly Sisters (with wheelchair races!), and their joy in tending the frisky farm animals, singing for the Lord, and recording their heavenly music.
You will marvel at the wonder of postulants as they seek God’s will and at the enthusiasm of novices as they journey toward their final profession as Brides of Christ.
Through heartwarming illustrations and captivating verse, you will encounter a love story like no other, with its rich seasons and uniquely enticing rhythm of life.
Above all, you will discover the happiness of the Brides of Christ, who give their lives totally to Jesus and delight in singing the song that Heaven sings!
Hardcover, size 10" x 8", 72 pages
by Rev. F. X. Wetzel.
First printed in German in 1898. From the first chapter, “God looks down with love upon a child saying its prayers. Good people rejoice at the sight, and it has been known that sinners have been converted by the words of prayer which they have heard fall from the lips of a little one.”
This book provides short stories of children and how they act in different scenarios with their parents whether it’s through praying or understanding consequences to actions. In The Dutiful Child, parents either learn from their children, or their children learn from them. As children of God, readers will understand how He would act as our Father based on what we would ask of or need from Him.
In total, there are 14 chapters from which to learn, and both young and old can benefit from this book.
Paperback, size 5.75" x 4", 127 pages
A Tale of Hope
by Josephine Nobisso
With exquisite artwork and evocative text, this original fable explores the events of Jesus' life, and demonstrates the role of the Virgin Mary as the benevolent agent of God's people. Reduced to desolation by a king and prince who feel they have been wronged, the residents of a once-favored village must seek help from the queen, a native of their devastated town. Religious subjects are presented clearly in an allegorical style that proves entertaining, and also serves to provide children with examples of virtue and good behaviour.
Also available in hardcover.
Paperback, size 11" x 8", 32 pages
Sunday Sermons for Children
by Rev. Wilfrid J. Diamond
In his book Sunday Morning Storyland, Father Diamond speaks of Christ to children in the language of a child. He knows that the hearts of the young must be touched with fire, and through stories he enkindles fires of faith, hope, and love. These stories will help parents, priests and teachers to fulfill their responsibility for the spiritual guidance of Catholic children.
The author of Heavenwords presents another collection of sermons for children, one for each Sunday of the year including the major feast days which occur on Sundays. A text is taken from the Gospel of the day and is explained or illustrated by stories that attract and apply.
Simply told, emphasizing a single lesson in each, these stories are purposely short and limited in scope so that the children's whole attention is held throughout the sermon. Lessons of Honesty, Charity, Humility, Faith, etc., are presented under intriguing titles like "The Nervous Lady in a Trolley Car," "Vincent Vinegar and Sally Sourcream," "The Devil Stuck in a Trapdoor," and others. What could better delight and more effectively instruct the youngsters?
A topical index is included for the convenience of priests, nuns, and catechists.
Sunday Morning Storyland will assist busy priests in the difficult but pleasant task of preaching to children, and will supply nuns and lay teachers with lively material for explaining the Gospels in the classroom. First printing 1945.
Paperback, size 8" x 5", 115 pages
I Believe
The Creed, Confession and the Ten Commandments for Little Catholics
by Sr. M. Juliana of Maryknoll
Careful explanations of the Creed and the Ten Commandments and five easy steps to the Sacrament of Reconciliation ensure that your child will readily grasp the precepts of our faith, learn to examine his or her conscience, and experience the grace of having a soul wiped clean in Confession.
This combined edition of three books originally issued in 1953 includes:
-The Ten Commandments introduces the Ten Commandments through the stories of Original Sin and Moses on Sinai. It simplifies each commandment and its bright illustrations provide concrete examples of how children can obey each commandment.
-I Believe: A First Book on the Apostle’s Creed explains the Creed phrase by phrase, building upon the beginning “I believe in God…” as your child progresses through the book. This is a wonderful tool for memorizing the prayer at the center of our faith.
-My Confession describes the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and then gives five straightforward steps for your child to make a good confession. This book walks through the whole process, before, during, and after confession. It is a must-have for any child at his or her first Reconciliation.
This book can be used always to teach your little one about the Catholic Faith and to prepare your child every time he or she goes to Confession. I Believe: The Creed, Confession, and the Ten Commandments is undeniably an investment your child will get a lot out of for years to come.
Age range 2-10
Hardcover, size 7" x 5.75", 96 pages
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by Father Francis
The Encyclinal on the Mystical Body of Christ, written by Pope Pius XII, is truley an enlightening masterpiece. In it are contained many sublime thoughts revealing God's truth about His Church.
For Many of our young people, unfortunately, it is likely to remain a hidden treasure, because the terminology and concepts used are difficult for young minds to grasp. This simplified form has been written in the hope that the ideas contained in the original might be conveyed without destroying their original meaning.
It is advisable, however, that after reading this abbreviated form, the readers will be encouraged to consult the complete Encyclical in order to appreciate its full meaning.
Ages 10+
Booklet, size 11" x 8.5", 46 pages, Illustrated
Illustrated Study Lessons
by Ellamay Horan
Students will learn about the prayers of the Mass, and about the best method of assisting at Mass, by studying The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. The emphasis of this spiral bound book is devoted to students becoming more familiar with the old rite of the Latin Mass, sometimes called the Tridentine Rite Mass.This book is a wonderful introduction to the inner sense and mystery of the Mass. The study questions are especially helpful in bringing out the hidden contents of the Church’s deep appreciation of faithful Catholics united in Christ. To study the contents of this book is both an exercise of love as well as of faith.
Answer key also available.
Paperback, size 8.5" x 5.5", 160 pages