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What do college students struggle with? Hope for? Wonder about? Find joy in?Knowing someone else has faced these same tough questions can be empowering, comforting and encouraging.Written by and for college students, this book of prayers focuses on contemporary issues. From various Christian backgrounds, cultures, and campuses, they share experiences, prayers, and reflections that help them cope with life's difficulties, rejoice in God's grace, and make the best decisions when faced with demanding choices.These real-life experiences-and the prayers rising out of them-will support and guide young adults as they step out on their own, pursue and answer their heart's calling, and establish their growing independence--all with God's help.Prayers are organized by the events that define the life of a college student...--Starting a new term, making new friends, and cultivating relationships--Dealing with classroom pressures and exam week--Encountering new views and new ways of addressing common questions--Maintaining a relationship with God--Juggling commitments--Preparing to graduate and beginning a career path Paperback

The process by which adults are initiated into the Catholic faith throughout the United States is now called the OCIA--the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults. "Order" is a clearer translation of the Latin term for the process formerly known as the RCIA--the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. People preparing for baptism and reception into the Church celebrate several rites as part of the order to which those rites belong--an order whose mission is to journey in the faith. The US Conference of Catholic Bishops adopted the name change in 2021, with American dioceses introducing the name thereafter. For more information, please contact your local diocese. The ever-popular and long-running OCIA program, Journey of Faith, has a fresh, modern look and expanded leader materials. Written in the engaging, pastoral style of the Redemptorists, Journey of Faith and Jornada de Fe (previously, Camino de Fe) speak more clearly to people where they are in their faith journey and offer more integration with their daily life. For parishes that enjoy Liguori's Catholic Update newsletter, lesson-by-lesson references allow you to easily supplement any topics with timely and enlightening articles.The Enlightenment lessons cover God's mercy and forgiveness, an introduction to the scrutinies, and the Lenten practices of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. There is also a group Lenten retreat. The Mystagogy material leads the new members of the Church into full participation with their Church and parish communities as they continue their faith formation now that they are fully initiated into the Church and share the joy and enthusiasm they have for the faith with others.This comprehensive Leader Guide gives you everything you need to walk into your OCIA class and start leading. The expanded materials include: New, wraparound design that enables you to see what your participants see so you can spend more time teaching and growing in faith alongside your groupComplete instructions for how to use Journey of Faith with an explanation of the lesson plan components including schedule optionsTips on how to be an effective catechistPractical suggestions for teaching in a group settingAdditional discussion points prepare you for their responses and keep the conversation goingA complete glossary of all new concepts and terms taught in the lessonsSupplemental material suggestions such as The Word Into Life scriptural study for OCIA groups and the popular Catholic Update newsletters on core OCIA topics

The Saints for Sacraments Activity Book includes fun activities, prayer cards, and coloring pages for all seven books included in the set: John the Baptist (saint for Baptism)Padre Pio (saint for Reconciliation) Teresa of Ávila (saint for the Eucharist)Philip Neri (saint for Confirmation)Louis and Zélie Martin (saints for Matrimony)John Vianney (saint for Holy Orders)Maximilian Kolbe (saint for Anointing of the Sick)With 96 reproducible pages, this coloring and activity book makes a great resource for teachers, catechists, and parents to use over and over again! The variety of activities enables children to relive the story and learn through activities that correlate to the story (such as word searches containing the words in the story, coloring sheets of pictures from the story, reflective material on the saint as a role model, maps, and listing the items found at the sacrament). This is an excellent way to introduce these Saints for Sacraments to children, helping them to understand their virtues and desire to live holy lives. Activities are for children ages 6-9. An answer key is provided.

Just for children, Liguori offers Every Day of Lent and Easter, Year B, the perfect tool for teaching youngsters to learn what Lent is about and how they can practice penance, prayer, and almsgiving. Features of Every Day of Lent and Easter: 48-page booklet packed with colorful illustrations Games, puzzles, mazes, and activities Explanation of themes and traditions of the season Lenten calendar Helps children focus on the meaning of Lent and Easter in their lives For children in grades 1, 2, & 3

Journey of Faith: The Word into Life contains exercises to assist Christian initiation groups of all ages "e;break open"e; the Word of God in the Sunday Scriptures. Includes cross-referencing to help you use Journey of Faith catechetical handouts in a lectionary-based approach to Christian initiation. PaperbackPDF SamplesTable of ContentsOverviewIndex

Journey of Faith for Teens introduces teens to the Catholic faith in a way that's relevant to where they are in their own lives, using an engaging pastoral style. Based on the best-selling adult Christian initiation program from Liguori Publications, Journey of Faith for Teens addresses relevant life issues, faith topics, and questions in a catechetical approach to OCIA.The concepts in Journey of Faith for Teens: Catechumenate include the OCIA process and rites, salvation history, lessons on each of the sacraments, Church history, dignity of life, social justice, and moral living.Engaged teens learn better, which is why we've combined collaborative activities with group discussions and private journaling to appeal to a variety of learners in a way that's flexible enough for you to modify to your unique needs.The related comprehensive Leader Guide gives you everything you need to walk into your OCIA class and start leading--whether you're a veteran OCIA instructor or a first-time volunteer. Additional discussion points prepare you for their responses and keep the conversation going. The contemporary wraparound design enables you to see what your participants see so you can spend more time teaching and growing in faith alongside your group. The process by which adults are initiated into the Catholic faith throughout the United States is now called the OCIA--the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults. "Order" is a clearer translation of the Latin term for the process formerly known as the RCIA--the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. People preparing for baptism and reception into the Church celebrate several rites as part of the order to which those rites belong--an order whose mission is to journey in the faith. The US Conference of Catholic Bishops adopted the name change in 2021, with American dioceses introducing the name thereafter. For more information, please contact your local diocese.

Journey of Faith for Adults welcomes adults of all ages and backgrounds to the Catholic faith and meets them where they are in their own faith journey, using an engaging pastoral style. Based on the ever-popular and long-running Christian initiation program from Liguori Publications, Journey of Faith and Jornada de Fe (previously, Camino de Fe) addresses relevant life issues, faith topics, and questions in a catechetical approach to OCIA.Now with a new, more modern design, Journey of Faith combines discussion questions, private journaling, and other activities to appeal to a variety of learners and offer a program that's flexible enough for you to modify to your particular needs. For parishes that enjoy Liguori's Catholic Update newsletter, lesson-by-lesson references allow you to easily supplement any topics with timely and enlightening articles.The lessons in Inquiry begin with the concept of faith in the Catholic Church and continue the exploration into many topics that will be discussed further throughout the program. Some of the concepts include the Trinity, Jesus as fully human and fully divine, an introduction to the Bible, prayer life, the Mass, Church leadership, Mary, and the saints.The related comprehensive Leader Guide gives you everything you need to walk into your OCIA sessions and start leading--whether you're a veteran catechist or a first-time volunteer. Additional discussion points prepare you for their responses and keep the conversation going. The contemporary wraparound design enables you to see what your participants see so you can spend more time sharing and growing in faith alongside your group. The process by which adults are initiated into the Catholic faith throughout the United States is now called the OCIA--the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults. "Order" is a clearer translation of the Latin term for the process formerly known as the RCIA--the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. People preparing for baptism and reception into the Church celebrate several rites as part of the order to which those rites belong--an order whose mission is to journey in the faith. The US Conference of Catholic Bishops adopted the name change in 2021, with American dioceses introducing the name thereafter. For more information, please contact your local diocese.

This revised and updated edition includes a new Introduction, the current list of the Holy Days of Obligation in the U.S., the Prayer for Vocations favored by the pope, a new section on how to prepare for a sick call, and more.

Just for children, Liguori offers Every Day of Advent and Christmas, Year A, the perfect book to help children in grades 1, 2, and 3 understand the meaning of the Advent and Christmas season in their lives in a way they are sure to enjoy and remember.Features include: 32-page booklet packed with colorful illustrationsGames, puzzles, mazes, and activitiesExplanation of themes and traditions of the seasonAdvent calendar

Just for children, Liguori offers Every Day of Lent and Easter, Year A, the perfect tool for teaching youngsters to learn what Lent is about and how they can practice penance, prayer, and almsgiving. Features of Every Day of Lent and Easter: 48-page booklet packed with colorful illustrations Games, puzzles, mazes, and activities Explanation of themes and traditions of the season Lenten calendar Helps children focus on the meaning of Lent and Easter in their lives For children in grades 1, 2, & 3

Leading others to Christ is the most important work you will do in your life. The Word Into Life is a valuable tool that helps leaders of Christian initiation groups "break open" the word of God proclaimed in the Sunday liturgy. Whether group participants are adults or adolescents, The Word into Life offers commentary and questions for discussion to bring the Sunday Scriptures alive. Additionally, The Word into Life can be used to supplement Liguori's Journey of Faith for Adults RCIA program. Relevant Journey of Faith lessons are listed at the end of each reflection. These include an overarching lesson(s) that ties most closely to the Scripture readers as well as several additional lessons related to the theme.Included in The Word Into Life are: The readings for all Sundays of the liturgical year B, Advent through Christ the King The readings for the Easter Triduum The year A readings for the third, fourth, and fifth Sundays of Lent The readings for those occasional Sundays that supersede ordinary time Sunday readings Scripture commentary for every set of readings Discussion and/or reflection questions for every set of readings Every set of readings is cross-referenced to the catechetical lessons A brief collection of short gathering prayers and dismissal prayers for each phase of the initiation process A thematic indexPaperback

A valuable treasury of the most important Catholic teachings about the Blessed Virgin Mary, "The Essential Mary Handbook" is an all-in-one resource for those who want a renewed appreciation of Mary''s fundamental role and significance in the Church today. This book defines Mary''s role in relationship to her son Jesus, as well as to God the Father and the Holy Spirit, and collects in one place information on her titles, her appearances, and her place in the liturgy.

Intended to help readers understand the place of the Bible in Catholic tradition, the history of the Bible, biblical interpretation, and the use of the Bible in prayer. This handbook is invaluable for preparing Sunday Lectionary readings and includes a suggested plan for reading the Bible, a chart of New Testament parables, and much more.304-page paperback; 5.06 x 7.81

Over the years, thousands have turned to the Handbook for Today's Catholic Family as a guide to Catholic family living. This revised edition offers families and pastoral-care providers a profound and serious resource for Catholic-family life. Updated with topical reference citations to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the Handbook also contains new material for blended and single-parent families. It stresses the significance of prayer, sacraments, and traditions that can build a stronger Catholic identity.Now more than ever, building a strong foundation is vital to faith formation, and this begins in the home. No family should be without the Handbook for Today's Catholic Family, the perfect tool for transforming life together into an experience of peace and joy.Paperback

This invaluable book for those who want a topical summary of "what it means to be Catholic," is now even more useful. This expanded edition includes a new Introduction, the current list of holy days of obligation observed in the United States, the Prayer for Vocations preferred by Pope John Paul II, a new section on how to prepare for a sick call, an index, and much more.

"Journey of Faith: The Word into Life" contains exercises to assist Christian initiation groups of all ages "break open" the Word of God in the Sunday Scriptures. Includes cross-referencing to help you use "Journey of Faith" catechetical handouts in a lectionary-based approach to Christian initiation. "Paperback"

Family life is both messy and holy!