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Jesus Our Life Revised Grade 2 Student Book

NEWLY REVISED VERSION OF THE FAITH AND LIFE SERIES ' ' The Nation's Leading Religion Series Just Got Better! The student textbook lessons incorporate the four principal components of catechesis: the Creed, the Commandments, the Sacraments and Liturgy, Prayer and Scripture. But besides giving a clear and comprehensive presentation of our faith, the student textbook is rich in artwork, both original and classical. THEME: Preparation for the first reception of the sacraments of Penance and Holy Communion, with the law of God and salvation history as background. The lesson emphasizes God's mercy and love. Covers Commandments, Creation and Redemption. SEQUENCE: Ch. 1-16: God teaches us through his law; we obey through love. Ch. 17-23: We find forgiveness of sins through Jesus' sacrifice. Ch. 24-34: We prepare for life in Heaven by reception of Jesus in the Eucharist and our life in the Church. AIM: To prepare second grade students for Confession and Holy Communion, and to help them appreciate God's love for them shown in these two sacraments. There is an added emphasis on the order of the Mass and on prayer.

The Priesthood of Jesus Christ

In this 13-part series, Fr. Frederick Miller, a teacher of seminarians at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, takes a look at the gift of the priesthood of Jesus. His “insider's perspective� shows us what the priesthood is all about: from it's beginnings to Our Lord's ministry on earth and the reflection of the Early Church Fathers. He discusses the discernment of the call.

Grade 7: Jesus, the Way, Truth, Life (Student text)

Image of God ' 'Perform-a-text combines text and activity in one book. Clear, comprehensive and interesting presentation of the Catholic Faith based on seven key concepts: God, Creation, Christ, Church, Grace, Sacraments and Commandments. Stories from Scripture, lives of the saints and contemporary situations give students Catholic role models and examples of living the faith. The lessons are complimented by colorful illustrations. THEME: Reviews the creation of the world and persons. Emphasizes the dignity of each human being as an image of God. Has students explore the possible vocations. The life, death, and resurrection of Jesus is reviewed through an analysis of the four gospels. The development of a well-formed conscience. Morality is rooted in God and proper moral behavior is an imitation of God. SEQUENCE: Ch. 1-4: Trinity; Creation; Original sin. Ch. 5-7: Human dignity; Family; Work. Ch. 8-11: Vocations; Life of the saints. Ch. 12-13: Life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Ch. 16-20: Morality; Conscience formation; Beatitudes; Commandments. AIM: To recognize the dignity of all persons and to treat all persons according to that dignity. To explore the various vocations and be open to God's call. To better understand who Jesus is and the need for Jesus in our lives. To understand that Christ is with us through His Church. To develop a well-formedconscience.

Jesus for Kids

Use this five-part series to introduce children to Jesus, the greatest life ever lived, the greatest words ever spoken. These delightful animated stories based on the Gospels are geared for children 4 - 8 years old. Five segments: The First Easter, Jesus the Storyteller, Jesus the Miracle- Worker, Jesus the Healer, and The First Christmas. In cludes a companion guide to help use this film as a teaching tool.

Praying to Our Lord Jesus Christ

Personal devotion to Our Lord Jesus Christ is an essential component of authentic Christian spirituality. In recent decades skeptical approaches to theology and Scripture have tended to diminish our awareness of the need for personal devotion to Our Savior. This leaves people with a feeling of emptiness and isolation. ' Fr. Benedict has made this anthology of profound prayers, drawn from all of Christian history, available to those who experience a hunger for devotion. Beautifully illustrated with classic art, this book will be a valuable companion for personal prayer, for times of recollection, and even for those times of critical spiritual need. ' Readers wishing to grow in their devotion to Christ and increase their love for Him will find the prayers in this book helpful and inspiring. Ranging from the prayers of early Church martyrs and Fathers and including those of mystics and theologians, it provides an introduction to the Church's vast patrimony of twenty centuries of devotion to Jesus Christ. Fr. Groeschel adds his own insights throughout the book. ' This book, combining profound prayers with wonderful spiritual insights and inspiring art"makes a beautiful gift for all who would seek to know and love Our Lord Jesus better. Illustrated .' '"How important it is for us to try to grow with Jesus and increase our knowledge and love of Him. This book is meant to do exactly that. These prayers will help you understand how Christians throughout the ages have lifted their hearts and minds to Jesus Christ." '" Fr. Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R.

How Jesus Died

A compelling documentary that presents comprehensive medical, forensic and historical facts of the suffering and crucifixion of Our Lord. Four renowned experts explore all aspects of the passion and death of Jesus using high-tech graphics, paintings and dramatic re-enactments to bring you a greater appreciation of the love and suffering of our Savior.

The Face: Jesus in Art DVD

Viewers go from ancient Rome to 20th-century America in this in-depth search for the most beautiful representations of Jesus and his stories. This unprecedented travelogue delivers close-up views of Roman catacombs, Michelangelo's haunting Pieta, Chartres Cathedral, and much more. The riveting lesson in art history uses the latest digital and motioncontrol technologies to reconstruct lost works and relocate others in their original settings. This film traces the dramatically different ways in which Jesus has been represented in art by people throughout history and around the world. Narrated by Mel Gibson, Ricardo Montalban, Bill Moyers, Patricia Neal and others, this is a sweeping documentary of stunning beauty.

Jesus Our Guide Revised Grade 4 Activity Book

NEWLY REVISED VERSION OF THE FAITH AND LIFE SERIES ' ' The Nation's Leading Religion Series Just Got Better!

Where Jesus Walked

Beautifully filmed and dramatically reenacted, this docudrama leads you on a pilgrimage through the Holy Land from Christ's birth to His resurrection. Experience a personal journey with Christ as the events in the life of Jesus are poignantly recreated at all the actual places where He lived, preached, died and ascended.