Author: Mary Windeatt
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781981724420
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 34
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Nine-year-old Maria Goretti was very busy every day with the cooking, washing, mending and cleaning for her mother and five brothers and sisters. The Gorettis' father had just died, and his poor widow had a very hard struggle working in the fields to support her children. But her eldest daughter, Maria, was all eagerness to help. And indeed, Maria did seem to manage all the housework, plus the care of baby Teresa! The high point of Maria's life was her First Holy Communion. For 11 months she and her brother walked to daily catechism lessons in preparation, and finally the great day arrived. The priest urged the First Communicants always to practice holy purity, even at the cost of death. But young Alessandro Serenelli, who lived with the Gorettis, had not received such good training. Instead, he spent much time reading bad papers and magazines. One fateful day when the adults were all in the fields, Alessandro tried to get Maria-now 11 years old-to sin, threatening her with a dagger. When she refused, he stabbed her 14 times. In her last hours of life, Maria forgave poor Alessandro and received Holy Communion; then her beautiful soul went home to God. Many years later, Maria was solemnly canonized by the Holy Father. Little Maria Goretti, the child who loved purity more than life itself, had become a great saint.
Author: Mary Fabyan Windeatt
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780895553744
Category : Coloring books
Languages : en
Pages : 32
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The beautiful, true story of the 12-year-old girl who in 1902 died a martyr to preserve her purity. Describes her virtuous life, poverty, holiness, valiant resistance, heroic death, conversion of her murderer and canonization. She saw everything through the lens of God's holy will. A wonderful example for the modern world. Impr. 33pgs, PB
Author: Joanna Clay
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781718905986
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 62
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The Saints Coloring Book is a joy for teens and adults. Grab your crayons and markers: these "stained glass windows" are ready for coloring and perfect for hanging. Alongside each saint there's a brief biography that gives modern meaning to these heroic Christian men and women from history. They are sure to engage the colorist's mind and heart. The fourteen illustrations are printed on one-sided pages, making them a pleasure to display. Turn a sunny window into a cathedral-like wall of color! ** Volume 3 - the Martyrs - contains: The Crucifixion, Our Lady of Sorrows, St. Andrew Kim Taegon, St. Anne Line, St. Charles Lwanga, St. Cristóbal Magallanes Jara, St. Edith Stein, Sts. Felicity and Perpetua, St. Joan of Arc, St. Lorenzo Ruiz, St. Lucy Yi Zhenmei, St. Maria Goretti, St. Meinrad, and St. Stephen. Suitable for ages 12 and up.
Author: Adalee Hude
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor
ISBN: 9781681923697
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 48
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Celebrate the lives of 23 of our favorite saints! Illustrated by artist Adalee Hude, each coloring page is rich with detail, reminiscent of beautiful stained-glass works of art. Make each one your own using crayons, markers, or pens, bringing the lovely images to life!
Author: Charles D. Engel
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor
ISBN: 1681925591
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 80
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“Maria Goretti, now a Saint, was my good Angel, sent to me through Providence to guide and save me. I still have impressed upon my heart her words of rebuke and pardon. She prayed for me, she interceded for her murderer.” — Alessandro Serenelli Many people are familiar with the story of Saint Maria Goretti and her grisly murder at the age of eleven. On her deathbed, she said of her killer, “I forgive him, and I want him to be with me in heaven.” But how did her incredible forgiveness affect her murderer? While it took years, Maria’s offer of mercy eventually transformed Alessandro’s life. Alessandro’s story has never been fully told — until now. Alessandro Serenelli: A Story of Forgiveness is a captivating story of mercy and forgiveness, both given and accepted. Learn about Alessandro’s difficult childhood, the murder of Maria, his prison sentence, his conversion as a result of Maria’s intercession, and the final years of his life with a Capuchin community. Through his life story, you’ll gain a new understanding of the nature of repentance and of God’s patience and unfailing love.
Author: Kendra Tierney
Publisher: Ignatius Press
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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The Sacrament of Confession is often misunderstood by children and adults alike. While your child is preparing for his first Confession, it's easy for you both to feel overwhelmed. And even if first Confession was a while ago, perhaps you wish that you and your child had a better understanding of the sacrament. A Little Book about Confession for Children explains the hows and whys of going to Confession. It includes step-by-step instructions for preparing and receiving this beautiful sacrament of healing, which draws us into the infinite mercy of God. The book even provides an examination of conscience just for kids. Everything you and your child need to know about the Sacrament of Reconciliation (or Confession) can be found in this informative little book with charming four-color illustrations. Perfect for preparing to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time, this little book is sure to be used over and over again.
Author: Michael P. Foley
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1621573834
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 541
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Raise Your Spirits and Toast the Saints Recipe for a liturgically correct cocktail: mix Bartender’s Guide and Lives of the Saints, shake well, garnish with good cheer. Drinking with the Saintsis a concoction that both sinner and saint will savor. Michael Foley offers the faithful drinker witty and imaginative instruction on the appropriate libations for the seasons, feasts, and saints’ days of the Church year. · A guide to wine, beer, and spirits, including 38 original cocktails · Lively sketches of scores of saints, from the popular to the obscure · Tips on giving the perfect toast and on mixing the perfect drink · Even includes drinks for Lent!
Author: Joe Klinker
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor
ISBN: 9781681926285
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 16
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Introduces the Tiny Saints in a fun and memorable way
Author: Colleen Pressprich
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781681924908
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 96
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Author: Thomas J. Donaghy
Publisher: Catholic Book Publishing
ISBN: 9780899427331
Category : Catholic women
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Book Description
Illustrated Book of Saints from Catholic Book Publishing presents the stories of more than eighty of the most popular Saints loved by Catholics.
