Gifts

Read About One Of The Saints

Books, Parents - the First Teachers, St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, St. Therese of Lisieux, St. Patrick, St. Bernadette, Our Lady of Lourdes, St. Ignatius of Loyola, St. Francis of Assisi, Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God, 2nd Sunday of Lent - Year A, 7th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A, 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A
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Saints are our Catholic heroes. They aren’t perfect, but they are beautiful examples of the path to holiness. So try reading about some of the saints. Our Catholic children need good role models.

The Catechism of the Catholic Church

Background Material, Books
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The Catechism of the Catholic Church is a complete summary of all that the Catholic Church teaches and believes.

Patrick: Patron Saint of Ireland

Books, St. Patrick
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This book by beloved children’s author Tomie DePaola tells the story of St. Patrick. It tells how this saint was sold into slavery in Ireland and eventually returned.

The Life of Pope John Paul II in Comics

Books, St. John Paul II
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This graphic novel will engage youth in the story of St. John Paul II. The comic book format makes the story of this saint’s life easy to understand and difficult to put down.

115 Saintly Fun Facts

Books, St. Alphonsus Liguori, St. Augustine, St. Basil the Great, St. Bede, St. Bernadette, St. Bonaventure, St. Clare of Assisi, St. Elizabeth of Hungary, St. Francis of Assisi, St. George, St. Gregory the Great, St. Ignatius of Loyola, St. Isidore of Seville, St. James, St. Jerome, St. John Bosco, St. John Damascene, St. John of the Cross, St. John Paul II, St. John the Evangelist, St. John Vianney, St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, St. Jude, Apostle, St. Kateri Tekakwitha, St. Lawrence, St. Leo the Great, St. Luke, St. Maria Goretti, St. Matthias, St. Monica, St. Patrick, St. Peter Claver, All Saints Day, Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God
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115 Saintly Fun Facts is a delightful way to look at the saints. So many books focus on how they died or what they suffered. This book focuses on what was really special and unique about these saints.

Ungame Icebreaker for Teens

Games, Icebreakers, Toys, Games, and Actiivties
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Ungame is a question and answer icebreaker which is perfect for teenagers. It can be played in person or virtually. It is just a conversation starter to help a group get comfortable.

Raising Catholic Kids for Their Vocations

Books, Gifts, Parents - the First Teachers, 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A, 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B, 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C
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This book by John and Claire Grabowski helps Catholic parents raise their children to know God, listen to his voice, and follow his call. This is a must-read for parents who want thier children to be open to the vocation God is calling them to, whether it be the priesthood, religious life, single life, or marriage.

The Gospel of Mark – Commentary by Mary Healy

Background Material, Books, Gifts
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The mass readings for Year B focus on the Gospel of Mark. A good commentary assists the reader to access the themes in the gospel and respond to them. Mary Healy helps the reader understand the culture and landscape and the time of Jesus in order to bring this gospel to life.

Lego Advent Wreath Kit

Gifts, Toys, Games, and Actiivties, 1st Sunday of Advent, 1st Sunday of Advent - Year A, 1st Sunday of Advent - Year B, 1st Sunday of Advent – Year C
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Kids will enjoy making an Advent wreath out of Legos. What a wonderful way to help inquisitive young ones learn about the Advent season! And it is great for locations where using real candles is not allowed or practical.

Advent Wreath with Purple Ribbons

For the Home, Gifts, 1st Sunday of Advent, 1st Sunday of Advent - Year A, 1st Sunday of Advent - Year B, 1st Sunday of Advent – Year C
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This beautiful Advent wreath will help your family focus on the hopeful expectation of the Advent season.