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by Lawrence G. Lovasik (Author)
My Friends the Saints 978-0-89942-271-8
My Friends the Saints by popular author Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D., recounts the lives of 20 well-known Saints. Written in a straightforward, easy-to-understand style that will appeal to parents, teachers, and children, the life of each figure in this classic and enduring collection is beautifully illustrated in full color. This book makes an excellent gift for children receiving the Sacraments of Initiation.My Friends the Saints has been a favorite of Catholics for over sixty years and was expanded in 2015 to include sixteen Saints that have been beatified and/or canonized in the 21st century. Among the features of this book are:
● Brief and easy-to-text and simple descriptions of each Saint
● A short prayer accompanies the biography of each included figure
● Attractive presentation page
● Gilded Edges (235/13BG & 235/13W only)
● Printed Endpapers
● Illustrations of each Saint
● High-quality paper
● Durable, paperback binding
● Conveniently sized at 6" x 9" to accommodate little hands
● Nihil Obstat
● Imprimatur
● Attractive hardcover Learning about saints is a meaningful way to enrich children's spiritual and moral development. Saints provide real-life examples of faith, courage, and compassion, offering children relatable role models who lived with purpose and dedication. Their stories inspire children to aspire toward virtues such as kindness, humility, and perseverance.
The lives of saints teach valuable lessons about overcoming adversity, serving others, and standing firm in one's values. For instance, Saint Francis of Assisi emphasizes the importance of simplicity and care for creation, while Saint Joan of Arc illustrates bravery and unwavering faith in the face of challenges. These narratives encourage children to apply similar virtues in their daily lives, fostering a sense of responsibility toward themselves and their communities.
Learning about saints also connects children to their faith traditions and helps them understand the spiritual heritage that shapes their beliefs. It offers a sense of belonging to a broader community of believers while teaching historical and cultural lessons, as many saints influenced societies in profound ways.
Additionally, the lives of saints provide hope and reassurance during difficult times, showing that with faith and determination, obstacles can be overcome. By studying saints, children gain role models who inspire them to lead meaningful lives rooted in faith, compassion, and a commitment to making the world a better place. The following Saints are featured in this title:
- Mary, Mother of God
- Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
- Saint John Bosco
- Saint Margaret of Cortona
- Saint Patrick
- Saint Joseph
- Saint Catherine of Siena
- Saint Rita
- Saint Joan of Arc
- Saint Anthony of Padua
- Saint Peter the Apostle
- Saint Kateri Tekakwitha
- Saint Maximilian Kolbe
- Saint Augustine of Hippo
- Saint Vincent de Paul
- Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus
- Saint Francis of Assisi
- Saint Teresa of Avila
- Saint Frances Cabrini
We invite you to view other Saints titles here: https: //catholicbookpublishing.com/browse/childrens-books-on-saints.
Number of Pages: 48
Dimensions: 0.36 x 10.66 x 7.96 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: January 01, 1996
