Communion with the Saints, a Family Preparation Program for First Communion and Beyond in the Spirit of St.Therese

ISBN-13: 9781934185186 / Angielski / Miękka / 2007 / 158 str.

Janet P. McKenzie

Opis

Increase your family's devotion to the Most Blessed Sacrament St. Therese of the Child Jesus and her family studied and prayed for sixty-nine days in anticipation of Therese's First Holy Communion. In imitation of this model, the Communion with the Saints program is designed to help families find renewed fervor in the reception of the Most Holy Eucharist. This resource includes a chapter-by-chapter study of the following books: . The Little Flower, The Story of St. Therese of the Child Jesus by Mary Fabyan Windeatt-to provide the foundation of God's love for us and to encourage a desire for holiness . The Children of Fatima and Our Lady's Message to the World by Mary Fabyan Windeatt-to show the sinfulness of our world and the need to avoid sin . The Patron Saint of First Communicants, The Story of Blessed Imelda Lambertini by Mary Fabyan Windeatt-to inspire devotion to the sacrament of Holy Communion . Mother Loyola's The King of the Golden City Study Edition by Janet McKenzie-to illustrate Jesus' intimate Presence in our lives as the source of grace necessary to live a holy life Each of the sixty-nine days of preparation includes read-aloud selections with enrichment activities, meditational readings, catechism lessons, and many practical applications to promote a growth in holiness and sanctity. Weekend suggestions include a list of thirty-eight family projects. Begin today to renew your family's devotion to the Blessed Sacrament by imitating St. Therese's "Little Way" while increasing your knowledge and appreciation of the Catholic Faith