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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

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!