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Blest Are We - Disc Six Grade 6Music used with Blest Are We series Note: most songs are followed by an instrumental version. Songs includedare: 1. Blest Are We 2. I Say “Yes”, Lord/Digo “Si”, Senor. 3. Sanctuary 4. I Rejoiced 5. Come Forth, My People6.Creator of the Stars of Night 7. Lamentations of Jeremiah the Prophet 8. Exsultet 9. Blessing 10. Future Fullof Hope 11. Passover Chants and Diologue 12. Gathered as One 13. My Soul is Thirsting 14. Song of Love 15.God of Abraham.

Blest Are We - Second Series Disc One Grade 1Music used with Blest Are We series Songs included are: 1. Blest Are We 2. We Praise You 3. Come All YouPeople 4. He Came Down 5. If You Believe and I Believe 6. Laudate Dominum 7. Promenade 8. Song over theWaters 9. One Ohana 10-16, instrumentals.

Blest Are We - Second Series Disc Two Grade 2Music used with Blest Are We series Songs included are: 1. Blest Are We 2. You Have Put On Christ 3. Be Merciful,O Lord 4. Go and Listen 5. Eat this Bread 6. Alleluia 7. Now in this Banquet 8. Uisce Chaoimhin 9. Bread to Share10-16, instrumentals.

Blest Are We - Second Series Disc Three Grade 3Music used with Blest Are We series Songs included are: 1. Blest Are We 2. We Are One 3. Jesus, Heal Us 4. Gather‘Round This Table 5. Jubilate Servite 6. Bring Forth The Kingdom 7. After the Rain 8. Amazing Grace 9. Do toOthers 10-16, instrumentals.

Blest Are We - Second Series Disc Four Grade 4Music used with Blest Are We series Songs included are: 1. Blest Are We 2. All You Works of God 3. Blest Are They4. O Breathe on Me, O Breath of God 5. Hands of Healing 6. Song of the Body of Christ 7. The Lord’s Prayer8. Pange Lingua 9. Clare Theme 10. We’ve Got the Power 11- 17, instrumentals.

Blest Are We - Second Series Disc Five Grade 5Music used with Blest Are We series Songs included are: 1. Blest Are We 2. Sing Out, Earth and Skies 3. Who CallsYou by Name 4. I Am the Bread of Life 5. Hand of God 6. The Summons 7. For the Beauty of the Earth 8. God ofDay and God of Darkness 9. A Litany of Saints 10 - 16 Instrumental

Blest Are We - Second Series Disc Six Grade 6Music used with Blest Are We series Songs included are: 1. Blest Are We 2. I Say “Yes,” Lord/Digo “Si”, Senor3. Wade in the Water 4. Let us Go Rejoicing 5. We Are Climbing Jacob’s Ladder 6. Creator of the Stars of the Night7. Remember Your Love 8. Glorious in Majesty 9. Jesse Tree 10. Blest Are We 11 - 16 instrumentals

Call to Faith Kindergarten 4 copiesMusic used with Call to Faith textbooks. Songs included are: Disc One 1. All Things Bright and Beautiful 2. AllGrownups, All Children 3. Praise to You, O Christ, Our Savior 4. We Are the Church 5. Love One Another 6. Psalm126: the Lord Has Done Great Things 7. We Are Walking in the Light 8-14 instrumentals Disc Two 1. ImmaculateMary 2. O Come, O Come, Emmanuel 3. Go Tell It on the Mountain 4. Sing Out, Earth and Skies 5. Lead Me, GuideMe 6. Jesus, Remember Me 7. Alleluia, Alleluia, Give Thanks 8. Send Us Your Spirit 9. We Are Called 10. Instrmntl

Call to Faith Grade 1 1 copyMusic used with Call to Faith textbooks. Songs included are: Disc One 1. All Things Bright and Beautiful 2. Psalm 98:Sing to the Lord a New Song 3. Sing Out Earth and Skies 4. Psalm 113: Blessed Be the Name 5. Alleluia 6. TheLord, the Lord, the Lord is My Shepherd 7. When Jesus the Healer 8. This Little Light of Mine 9. Psalm 89: For EverI Will Sing 10. I Say “Yes”, Lord/ Digo “Si” Senor 11. Love One Another 12. Psalm 119: Happy are They 13. This isMy Commandment 14. Psalm 25: Teach Me Your Ways 15. Guide My Feet 16. Alleluia 17. Sing, Sing, Praise andSing! 18. You Have Put On Christ 19. Psalm 89: For Ever I Will Sing 20. Shout for Joy 21. Bring Forth the KingdomDisc Two 1. Immaculate Mary 2. O Come, O Come Emmanuel 3. O Come, All Ye Faithful 4. Psalm 98: Sing to theLord a New Song 5. Jesus, Remember Me 6. Alleluia 7. Alleluia, Alleluia Give Thanks 8. Spirit-Friend 9. We Are

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Remain 7. Jubilate Servite 8. Send Us Your Spirit 9. We Are Called 10. InstrumentalCall to Faith K-6 SamplerMusic used with Call to Faith textbooks. Songs included are: 1. All Things Bright and Beautiful 2. Guide My Feet3. Sing, Sing, Praise and Sing 4. Honduran Alleluia 5. Rejoice in the Lord Always 6. Love One Another 7. HowGood is the Christ the Lord 8. Song for the Body of Christ 9. My Soul in Stillness Waits 10. Gather Us In 11. ISay “Yes”, Lord/Digo “Si” Senor 12. Send Us Your Spirit 13. Sing of Mary, Meek and Lowly 14. We Are Called

Calling the Children Grades K-4 2 copiesMusic by Christopher Walker. Lively music about living your faith. Songs included are: 1. We Are the Church 2.Children of God 3. We Hear God’s Word 4. Jesus, You are Bread For Us 5. Calling the Children 6. The GoodNews of God’s Salvation. 7. You Call Us to Live 8. Prepare the Way 9. We Come To Share God’s Special Gift10. Jesus, You Love Us 11. We Believe 12. Take the Word of God With You 13. Children’s Eucharistic Prayer.Missing Disc B

Catholic Hymn Instrumental All levels1. For the Beauty of the Earth 2. Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence 3. I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say 4. AmazingGrace 5. Ride On, Jesus, Ride 6. O Sacred Head Surrounded 7. What Wondrous Love Is This? 8. Were You There?9. I Know That My Redeemer Lives 10. All Creatures Of Our God and King 11. Jesus Christ Is Risen Today 12. PraiseGod from Whom All Blessings Flow

Celebrating our Faith - music for the sacraments of Eucharist, Reconciliation & ConfirmationDisc one: 1. All are Welcome 2. A Means of Your Peace 3. Sing Out Gladly 4. I Will be the Vine 5. JoyfullySinging 6. Hold Us in Your Mercy 7. Only Your Love 8. O Holy Spirit, by Whose Breath 9. Nada Te Turbe 10.Over My Head 11. O Breathe on Me O Breath of God 12. Wa Wa Emimimo 13. O Taste and See 14. I Want toWalk as a Child of the Light 15. We Remember 16. Dona Nobis Pacem 17. Listen to God’s Word 18. Eat ThisBread 19. Holy is GodDisc two: 1. If You Believe 2. Thuma Mina 3. I Say Yes, My Lord 4. I am the Bread of Life 5. Come Lord Jesus,Send Us Your Spirit 6. Kyrie 7. Gloria 8. Psalm 23 9. Psalm 23 10. Plsalm 116 11. Halle Halle 12. Holy Holy13. Memorial Acclamations 14. Amen 15. Fraction Rite 16. Renewal of Baptismal Promises 17. Litany ofSaints 18. You Have Put on Christ.

Christian Hits1. Security 2. Under the Influence 3. come Together 4. Liquid 5. Irene 6. My Will 7. Say won’t your say 8.Magnificent Obsession 9. Day Like Today 10. Surrender 11. Shackles 12. Shine 13. Talk About it 14. AllAround the World 15. Breathing Life 16. We Can a Difference 17. With All of My Heart 18. I’m All Yours

Circle the WorldSongs followed by instrumental versions. 1. Power in the Children 2. Our Dreams 3. Line ‘Em Up 4. Our Barn5. Walk with Us 6. This Star 7. Circle the World

Come Join The Circle All levelsLesson songs for the peacemakers. Songs included are: 1. Come Join the Circle 2. Listen! 3. Time at thePeace Table 4. What Does Peace Mean? 5. Good Friends 6. Cool Cooperation 7. Canned Peas Blues 8. Break‘em Down 9. Clothes Don’t Make the Person 10. Martin and Robby 11. The Strategy Wheel 12. Affirmations 13.Dealing with Feelings Rap 14. Come on Board!

Come Let Us Sing for JoySongs based on Psalms or bible passages. 1. Come, Let us Sing for Joy 2. Blessed Be the God of Israel 3. LetUs See Your Face 4. To You, O God 5. My Soul Proclaims 6. Forget Now Waht God Has Done 7. The Lord isMy Light 8. Be Merciful, O Lord 9. I Will Sing Forever 10. How Lovely is Your Dwelling Place 11. You Are theHeart’s True Resting Place 12. Every Nation on Earth 13. Pilgrim’s Song 14. Te Deum



Hi God 3 PrimaryMusic by Carey Landry and Carol Jean Kinghorn. Songs included are: 1. A Wondrous Work of Art 2. Let’s BeFriends 3. God Has Made Us A Family 4. God’s Circle of Love 5. Living and Loving and Learning 6. Wherever IAm, God Is 7. Receive Our Prayer 8. Neighbors (Jesu, Jesu) 9. Peace To You and Me 10. God is Rich in Mercy11. We Come To Ask Forgiveness 12. You Are a New Creation 13. Every Person Is A Gift of God 14. A Gift FromYour Children 15. In The Beginning Was Love

Hi God 4 Primary 2 copiesMusic by Carey Landry and Carol Jean Kinghorn. Songs included are: 1. Let Us Sing 2. Alleluia! Praise God 3. Wel-come 4. Building the Kingdom 5. The Hooray March 6. Peace And Forgiveness 7. Walk In The Light 8. Feed Us,Lord 9. God Is a Part of My Life 10. We Believe, We Believe in God 11. Angel of God 12. God is Like a Father, AMother to Us 13. God Be With You 14. Children of Tomorrow, Children of Today.

Hi God 5 Intermediate 3 copiesMusic by Carey Landry and Carol Jean Kinghorn. Songs included are: 1. We Celebrate With Joy 2. Raise YourVoices High 3. Sing to the Lord, All the Earth 4. At The Center of My Heart 5. Speak to Me, O Lord 6. I Know thatGod Loves Me 7. God Can Speak Through Each of Us 8. Light A Candle 9. God’s Light 10. Yes, We Can!11. Alleluia! Christ is Risen! 12. All of Creation is Singing 13. Advent Canon 14. I Forgive You 15. Loaves andFishes 16. Peter and James and John 17. Oh When The Saints 18. Alleluia of Joy! 19. Jesus Is Here With UsNow 20. Holy, Holy, Holy 21. Jesus Has Given His Life for Us 22. Sending Song of Joy.

How Can I Keep From Singing? All levelsSongs included are: 1. How Can I Keep From Singing? 2. All You Works of God 3. Balloon Man 4. You Are Mine5. Cassie’s Song 6. Song of the Exile 7. In Love We Choose to Live 8. Rain Dance 9. Shepherd Me, O God10. Wherever You Go 11. After the Rain Comes a Cool Breeze 12. Song of St. Patrick 13. We Are Called 14. TakeAll The Lost Home

How Can We Be Silentby Michael Mahler 1. How Can We Be Silent 2. Yours is the Kingdom 3. Let Us Sing to the Lord 4. Give the LordYour Heart 5. Come and See 6. Starshine 7. Make Us Worthy 8. God is Always There 9. Halleluha, Hallelu! 10.My Love Will Enfold You 11. Every Nation on Eath 12. Why Stand So Far Away, My God? 13. Give Us YourPeace.

I open to you Upper GradesChants by Joyce Rupp.

Intermissions All levelsMeditations for personal and communal prayer. Songs included are: 1. Strength (As Morning Breaks) 2. To You, OLord 3. Joy (Joyfully Singing) 4. Favors of the Lord 5. Meditation 6. Thanksgiving

Journey of the Sacred: St. John of the CrossEach song precipitated by instrumental version. 1. Stand Firm 2. With a Shepherd’s Care 3. Be Still and Know4. Kindle a Flame 5. Our God is Rich in Love 6. Goodness is Stronger than Evil

Kidz Tunz and Good Deeds Mustard Seeds All levelsBible songs with devotional book. Songs included are: 1. God is the Foundation 2. Every Morning is a NewChance3. Be the Wheat and Not the Weeds 4. Shine Like the Star You Are! 5. Be a Do-gooder Not an I Shoulda 6. EveryGood Deed 7. A Smile is a Flower from the Heart 8. We Need Each Other (In the Body of Christ) 9. Go to the Ant10. These are the Big Do’s 11. Love is the Greatest Commandment 12. Don’t Love Stuff 13. Faith Moves aMountain Better Than Feet 14. All Your Words Are A Prayer 15. Make the Most of What You’ve Been Given



Miracle Mud Intermediate 3 copiesUpbeat songs from the life of Jesus. Songs included are: Jesus 2. Miracle Mud 3. Say Thank You 4. Coin ina Fish’s Mouth 5. Praise Him 6. Bartimaeus 7. Jesus Can 8. Walking and Singing 9. Love With The Love 10.Called on Jesus 11. Little Bit of Love 12. Time to Pray 13. Bethesda (Walk On)

More Stories and Songs Of Jesus 2-disc set 2 copiesGrades K-4. Music by Christopher Walker and Paule Freeburg. Reading of Scripture stories and songs from the lifeof Jesus. Songs included are (Disc 1): 1. An Angel Comes to See Joseph 2. Joseph Was A Good Man 3. TheHoly Family Goes To Egypt 4. To Egypt 5. Jesus is Baptized 6. I Belong to Jesus 7. Jesus Calls Matthew 8. TheFriends of Jesus 9. Jesus Meets a Woman at the Well 10. Talking to Me 11. Some Friends Ask Jesus to Heala Blind Man 12. I Can See 13. Jesus Heals a Man’s Son 14. Have Faith, Believe in Me 15. Jesus Makes theWind Stop Blowing 16. Jesus, Help Us 17. Jesus Heals a Leper 18. What Can I Give to God? 19. The MostBeautiful Pearl 20. Wonder ful Things 21. Jesus Teaches Us To Pray 22. The Lord’s Prayer 23. Who Am I? 24.Who Am I? 25. The Man With the Crippled Hand 26. Jesus Wants to Help Us 27. A Woman Finds the Coin Shecont’d on next pageco Lost 28. I’ll Find My Friend 29. The Pharisees and the Sinner 30. The Pharisees and the Sinner 31. TheWidow of Nain 32. You Give us Life 33. The Sower 34. The Sower 35. Who is the Greatest 36. God’s Special37. Hosanna To The Lord 38. Sing Hosanna (Disc 2): 1. Jesus Washes His Friends’ Feet 2. Love Each Other3. Jesus Prays in the Garden 4. I Am Your Friend 5. Jesus is Alive! 6. I Am Here With You 7. Jesus and HisFriends Have Breakfast on the Beach 8. Together We’ll Share 9. Jesus Asks, “Do You Love Me?” 10. Come,Feed My Sheep Songs 11-34: Instrumental Versions.

Music for Small Christian Communites 2-disc setResponsive to typical events in a community’s life. Songs included are: 1. Welcome to New Members 2. We MakeOur Small Church Larger 3. Our Circle is Smaller 4. Covenant Ritual 5. Muchos Los Dones, Many the Gifts6. repeats in Spanish 7. Love Divine 8. Abide With Us 9. repeats in Spanish 10. Ensename, Teach Me 11. You AreOur Center 12. Pueblo de Dios Compartiendo, People of God Humbly Sharing 13. repeats in Spanish 14. TableBlessing 15. May We Long to Be What We Receive 16. The Most Blessed Meal of Our Lives 17. Table Prayer18. To You, O Lord, I Lift My Soul 19. As We Gather 20. Jesus Is the Resurrection 21. Gather in Your Name 22. Wordof God 23. repeats in Spanish 24. We are the Living Word of God 25. In Your Mercy 26. repeats in Spanish27. Hear Our Prayer 28. Go Out to All the World 29. Send Us 30. Send Me, Lord 31. Gather in Your Name 32. AsiComo Dijo Maria, As Mary, Our Mother Once Answered 33. repeats in Spanish 34. We Come to Live Your World35. Let it Be Done to Us 36. repeats in Spanish

Music One All Levels 11 copiesSongs included are: 1. He’s a Big, Big God 2. He’s Got the Whole World 3. He Can Do 4. God Is Big 5. Standingon the Promises 6. Awesome God 7. He’s My Best Friend 8. He Is Good 9. Love With the Love of Jesus 10. Glory11. He Came Down 12. Daniel in the Lion’s Den 13. Father Abraham 14. Do Lord 15. The Bible 16. Joseph, Joseph17. Whisper a Prayer 18. Jacob’s Ladder 19. When We All Get to Heaven 20. God Made the Heavens and the Earth21. I’ve Got the Joy, Joy, Joy, Joy Down in My Heart 22. I Say “Yes” My Lord 23. Final Blessing 24. Blest Are We25. Over My Head 26. Lord, Be With Me 27. Walking by Faith

Music Two All levels 8 copiesSongs included are: 1. Come, All You People 2. Come, O Come Emmanuel 3. Five Loaves and Two Fishes 4. HeCame Down 5. Send Down the Fire 6. I Will Celebrate 7. Deep Down in My Soul 8. Open Our Ears 9. Who is MyNeighbor? 10. Where Your Treasure Is 11. The Banquet 12. God Rejoices When the Lost is Found. 13. You AreMine 14. The Summons 15. All Things New 16. Blessed Are They

Nature’s Creations All levelsSoothing natural sounds of water.


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10. More Love, More PowerSing and Play Splash All levelsFrom the Scuba Adventure. Songs included are: 1. Deeper With God 2. Jump, Shout and Sing 3. We Believe inGod 4. I Will Obey You 5. I Wanna Go Deep 6. Your Everlasting Love 7. Trust in the Lord With All Your Heart 8.Rain or Pour 9. Father, I Adore You 10. Great is the Lord 11. Come to the Water 12.Yes, I Will Go

Sing, Little Children Sing! All levelsSongs included are: 1. If You Love the Lord, Clap Your Hands 2. Do Lord 3. Down in My Heart 4. This Little Lightof Mine 5. Rise and Shine 6. He’s Got the Whole World 7. Sunshine Mountain 8. Angels Watching Over Me 9.In My Heart There Rings a Melody 10. Ten Commandments 11. Twelve Disciples 12. Do You Know Adam andEve? 13. Jesus Loves Me 14. Into My Heart 15. The Bible 16. Books of the Bible 17. Creation 18. I’ll Be aSunbeam 19. Jesus Loves the Little Children 20. Jesus Loves the Little Ones Like Me 21. Happy All the Time

Solas - Light of the WorldAll levels. Irish interpretations of prayers and songs. Songs included are: 1. Solas an Domhain 2. The Lord isMy Shepherd 3. We Are Gathered 4. Glory to God 5. Suaimhneas 6. Blessed be God 7. My Soul isYearning for You 8. Pange Lingua 9. Arise, Jerusalem 10. Patrick’s Voyage 11. Molaigi an Tiarna 12. Kyrie13. Gloria 14. Lord, Take These Gifts 15. Santus 16. Christ Has Died 17. Amen 18. Lamb of God 19. Cry OutWith Joy 20. Come People, Praise the Lord 21. Ceilearadh

Songs and Prayers from Taize Upper levelsTaize songs, with their distinctive style, have become popular as a source of meditation and praise. Songs includedare: 1. In the Lord 2. Veni Sancte Spiritus 3. Alleluia 7 4. Bless the Lord 5. Confitemini Domino 6. Kyrie 7. Stay withUs 8. Crucem tuam 9. The Lord is My Light 10. Psallite Deo 11. Laudate omnes gentes 12. Wait for the Lord13. When the Night Becomes Dark 14. Gospodi Pomiluj 15. The Lord is My Song 16. Magnificat 17. Within OurDarkest Night 18. My Soul Is at Rest 19. Jubilate servite 20. Laudate Dominum

Songs 4 Worship - Be Glorified All levels 2-disc setSongs included are Disc one 1. Yes We All Agree 2. Jesus Lover of My Soul 3.There is None Like You 4. I WillPraise Your Name 5. In Moments Like These 6. Surely the Presence of the Lord 7. Here in Your Presence 8.Father I Adore You 9. I Stand in Awe 10. O Come Let Us Adore Him/Thou Art Worthy 11. Oh the Glory of YourPresence Disc Two 1. We Bow Down 2. Be Exalted O God 3. Blessed Be the Name of the Lord 4. He Is Lord5. In His Time 6. I Will Come and Bow Down 7. Come Let Us Worship and Bow Down 8. Only By Grace 9. Youare My Hiding Place 10. Isn’t He 11.Be Glorified

Songs 4 Worship - Shout to the Lord All levels 2-disc setSongs included are Disc one: 1. Celebrate Jesus 2. This is the Day 3. I Will Celebrate 4. He Is Exalted5. Blessed Be The Lord God Almighty 6. Give Thanks 7. Lord, I Lift Your Name On High 8. I Exalt Thee 9. Shine,Jesus, Shine 10. There is a Redeemer 11. Shout to the Lord Disc Two 1. I Could Sing of Your Love Forever 2. ThyWord 3. Awesome God 4. What a Mighty God We Serve 5. My Life is in You, Lord 6. Mighty is Our God 7.He HasMade Me Glad 8. I Will Call Upon the Lord 9. Praise the Name of Jesus 10. All Hail King Jesus 11. Majesty

Songs 4 Worship - Kids. Awesome God All levelsSongs included are: 1. Lovely Noise 2. Praise Him, All Ye Little Children 3. Awesome God 4. The Path of theRighteous 5. Give Thanks 6. Change My Heart O God 7. A Hallelujah Heart 8. Jesus Sees 9. Fairest Lord Jesus10. Open the Eyes of My Heart 11. Every Move I Make 12. Shine 13. Deep in My Heart/Peace like a River 14. MorePrecious Than Silver 15. Jehovah - Jireh 16. I Will Bless Thee O Lord 17. Jesus Name Above All Names 18. I WasMade to Praise You 19. Blessed Be The Name of the Lord 20. Thy Word

Songs Kids Love to Sing All levelsSunday school songs. Songs included are: 1. Happy All the Time 2. One Door, and Only One 3. Lord, I Love You4. And All I Know 5. Into My Heart 6. Praise-Hymn Medley (Oh Worship the King, Faith of Our Fathers, How DeepThe Father’s Love for Us, Hymn of Praise, What a Mighty God We Serve) 7. Silver and Gold I Have None8. Dare to Be a Daniel 9. Standin’ In The Need of Prayer 10. Exercise Hymn 11. Give, Said The Little Stream12. Wide, Wide as the Ocean 13. Alive, Alive 14. Classic Sunday Medley (Tis Simple As Can Be, I Could Singof Your Love Forever, Count Your Blessings, Let the Sunshine In) 15. You Are In Control 16. Praise Him



“Yes,” My Lord 19. Lord, You Give the Great Commission.UnFailing Lightby Marty Haugen and Susan Briehl. 1. Invitatory 2. Gospel Verse 3. Canticle: The Eyes of All 4. GreatThanksgiving 5. Lamb of God 6. Canticle: By Your Hand You Feed Your People 7. Canticle: Now Lord, You LetYour Servant Go In Peace 8. Kyrie 9. Lenten Gospel Verse 10. Watch, O Lord

Vince AmbrosettiSeries of discs include the titles: Come, You Who Labor, Hiding Place, I Will Sing, Sanctuary, Twenty-FiveAnniversay Edition.

A Wonderful Song Of Joy Primary 2 copiesMusic by Carey Landry and Carol Jean Kinghorn. Songs included are: 1. A Wonderful Song of Joy 2. Our God isGood 3. God Bless Us All 4. Jesus, Thank You 5. Always Ready to Forgive 6. Beatitude People 7. Be WithUs, O Lord 8. Together We Can 9. The Greatest Gift 10. Open Our Eyes This Day! 11. Prepare Ye The Way 12.Holy is the Spirit of the Lord 13. Here I Am, O Lord 14. Easter People.

SeasonalHandel’s The Messiah All levels 2 copiesFavorite choruses and arias. Performed by the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Sheet music and lyrics available.

Integrity’s I Worship All levels 2-disc setA total Christmas worship experience. Songs included are: Disc One 1. Good Christian Men Rejoice (instrumental)2. O Come, O Come Emmanuel 3. O Little Town of Bethlehem 4. O Little Town of Bethlehem (instrumental) 5. TheFirst Noel 6. O Holy Night 7. Do You Hear What I Hear? 8. Medley 9. Instrumental medley 10. O Come All YeFaithful 11. Instrumental medley 12. Medley 14. Light of the World 15. Breath of Heaven 16. It Came Upon aMidnight Clear 17. Medley 18. Instrumental medley Disc Two 1. Hallelujah Chorus (instrumental) 2. Medley 3.Away in a Manger 4. Come Thou Long Expected Jesus 5. While by the Sheep We Watched 6. Go Tell it On TheMountain 7. The Birthday of a King 8. Hallelujah 9. Holy Lamb of God 10. Carol of the Bells (instrumental) 11.What Child is This 12. Little Drummer Boy (instrumental) 13. Angels We Have Heard on High 14. Glory to God15. Bethlehem’s Treasure 16. Coventry Carol (instrumental) 17. MedleyOne Bright Star All levelsInstrumental collection. Songs included are: 1. Of the Father’s Love Begotten/ The Bells of Christmas 2. Bring aTorch, Jeannette, Isabella 3. O Come, O Come Emmanuel 4. The Angel Gabriel from Heaven Come 5. Carol of theBells 6. Away in a Manger 7. Little Drummer Boy/ O Come, All Ye Faithful/ Angels We Have Heard on High 8. ItCame Upon a Midnight Clear 9. One Bright Star 10. Sing We Now of Christmas 11. Silent Night 12. We ThreeKings

O Holy Child All levels 3 CDsContemporary and pops collection. Songs included are: 1. Joy to the World 2. O Holy Child 3. Adeste Fidelis4. What Child is This? 5. A Carol Medley 6. The Christmas Rose 7. Angels We Have Heard On High 8. Sleep HolyChild/Silent Night 9. He is Born 10. Let There Be Peace on Earth 11. Ave Maria 12. Hallelujah

Songs 4 Kids Worship - Christmas All levels 5 CDsSongs included: 1. Prelude to a Newborn King Medley 2. O Come All Ye Faithful 3. What Child is This 4. Infant HolyInfant Lowly 5. The First Noel 6. Away in a Manger Medley 7. Gentle Mary Humble Mary 8. Mary What Will You Sing9. Child in the Manger 10. Silent Night 11. The Heart of Christmas/O Come Let Us Adore Him 12. Joy to theWorld

Music VideosPrayers for Little Children - Gr. K 30 min.Actress Jennifer Naimo invites children into her prayer room for a closer relationship with the Scriptures



Worship And DevotionSunday Morning - Gr. K 19 min.Bright and lively video filled with children singing, praying, and praising. Bible stories are weaved into narrative.Video shows how we pray together on Sunday.

Mass for Young Children - Gr. 1 15 min.Spotlights giving/sharing, remembering/belonging, receiving/serving within the context of Mass.

My Father’s House - Gr. 1 10 min.Introduces the Mass to young children through a child’s self-exploration of her neighborhood Church.

The Rosary for Little Children - Gr. 1 2 copies 30 min.Explains the Joyful Mysteries and how to pray the Rosary.

Following Jesus - Gr. 2+ 73 min.An eight-part liturgical DVD walks children through the seasons as the church celebrates them today.

A Tour of our Parish Church - Gr. 2 12 min.Older students teach children making their First Communion the names & meaning of objects found in Church.

Close Encounters with the Mass - Gr. 3 13 min.A helpful angel helps a young student understand the Mass, comparing the gathering to a Thanksgiving meal.

Come on In: Part 1 - Gr. 3 12 min.Children learn about the baptismal font, altar, Word of God, and the bread and wine from an adult working inChurch.

Come on In: Part 2 - Gr. 3 11 min.Children learn about the cross, reconciliation room, statues, and candles from an adult working in Church.

We Pray With Mary - Gr. 3 18 min.This video uses the image of Mary’s cloak of many colors to teach children how to pray with Mary and helpschildren learn favorite Marian prayers (eg Hail Mary, Angelus, etc.)

The Mass for Children - Gr. 4 33 min.Fr. Nutt explains the meaning of Mass based on Scripture and real-life situations. Short vignettes show how wecan bring problems with family and friends to the Mass and experience Reconciliation in the Eucharist.

Eucharist - Gr. 5 26 min.Broke into three parts (We Participate, We Pray, We Practice), this video investigates the Eucharist is acomprehensive and thought-provoking way.

What is the Church? - Gr. 5 20 min.The notions of home church, parish church, and world church in this video challenge us to become a faithcommunity, continuing to do what Jesus did.

2001 Easter Vigil - Gr. 5 90 min.Use this video in portions to explain Baptism and Confirmation

Mass Video; Let Us Pray - Gr. 6 60 min.Five 10-15 presentations of the Mass and sacramentals by an energetic young priest, Fr. Harry, who interactswith the students.

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Tear Soup - Gr. 3 17 min.A recipe for healing after loss. Education into the grief process. (stop-action animation)

Kids’ Ten Commandments Series - Gr. 4+ 30 min.DVD series. 5 different episodes, broken into the following chapters: The Not-soGolden Calf (#1 & 2), The Restis Yet to Come (#2 & 3), A Life and Seth Situation (#4 & 5), Stolen Jewels, Stolen Hearts (#7 & 8), Toying withthe Truth (#8, 9, 10). Some cross-referencing as it is not produced by a Catholic company - still effective andinteresting.

Commandments: We Remember (1st, 2nd, 3rd) - Gr. 4 10 min.Stories, Scripture, reflection, and prayer present Commandments as gifts to free us to love God, others,and ourselves by placing God first in our lives.

Commandments: We Honor Parents (4th) - Gr. 4 10 min.Stories, Scripture, reflection, and prayer present Commandments as gifts to free us to love God, others, andourselves by obeying and listening to people who help us to grow.

Commandments: We Speak the Truth (8th) - Gr. 4 10 min.Stories, Scripture, reflection, and prayer present Commandments as gifts to free us to love God, others,and ourselves by telling the truth and trusting the word of others.

Commandments: We Respect Life (5th) - Gr. 4 10 min.Stories, Scripture, reflection, and prayer present Commandments as gifts to free us to love God, others,and ourselves by respecting and caring for God’s gift of life. - CURRENTLY MISSING

Commandments: We Are Faithful (6th, 9th) - Gr. 4 10 min.Stories, Scripture, reflection, and prayer present Commandments as gifts to free us to love God, others,and ourselves by respecting faithfulness in marriage and loyalty to the promises we make to others.

Commandments: We Respect the Property of Others (7th, 10th) - Gr. 4 10 min.Stories, Scripture, reflection, and prayer present Commandments as gifts to free us to love God, others,and ourselves by respecting/ protecting the rights and property of others.

Adventures from the Book of Virtues: Loyalty - Gr. 4 30 min.Featuring: Yudisthira at Heaven’s Gate, The Cap That Mother Made, Queen Esther

Adventures from the Book of Virtues: Humility - Gr. 4 30 min.Featuring: The Emperor’s New Clothes, King Canute, Phaeton

Beatitudes for Young People (Part 1) - Gr. 4 15 min.Using an image of a braided circle, students living in different situations “braid” their life into the happiness wreath.

Beatitudes for Young People (Part 2) - Gr. 4 15 min.Using an image of a braided circle, students living in different situations “braid” their life into the happiness wreath.

Close Encounters With the Beatitudes - Gr. 4 13 min.An angel shows a young student how his classmates are building a Kingdom by living the Beatitudes.

God’s Game Plan - Gr. 5 42 min.A contemporary look at the Ten Commandments. Priest and student discussion - some drama and more difficultthan what was presented in the 4th grade. (8 segments).



Who is the Spirit? - Gr. 1 11 min.Helps children experience the Holy Spirit as friend, helper, and teacher of the message of Jesus.

Celebrating Our Faith: Eucharist - Gr. 2 38 min.Themes covered: belonging, inviting, gathering, feasting of the Word, offering gifts, remembering, sharing.

Celebrating Our Faith: Reconciliation - Gr. 2 35 min.Themes covered: We belong, Celebrate God’s love, Hear good news, Look at our lives, Ask forgiveness, Goin Peace.

The Forgiveness of the Lord: Welcoming Pt. 1 - Gr. 2 12 min.Welcoming, confessing, and healing through scripture stories, prayer, and explanations of Rite of Reconcilia-tion.

The Forgiveness of the Lord: Confessing & Healing Pt. 2 - Gr. 2 12 min.Welcoming, confessing, and healing through scripture stories, prayer, and explanations of Rite of Reconciliation.

The Forgiveness of the Lord: Confessing & Healing-Parent Video 12 min.Welcoming, confessing, and healing through scripture stories, prayer, and explanations of Rite of Reconciliation.

Skateboard - A First Reconciliation Film - Gr. 2 12 min.Sandy’s parents show her that people who love us make rules because they care - consequences occur whenthese rules are broken.

A Child’s First Penance - Gr. 2 2 copies 20 min.A priest explains how the Rite of Reconciliation is a way to show our love for Scripture.

A Child’s First Communion - Gr. 2 20 min.A priest helps children understand and appreciate Jesus in the Eucharist.

The Mass and Me - Gr. 2-5 14 min.Explains the Mass to children - excellent for First Communion preparation.

Pardon and Peace - Gr 5 15 min.Excellent video that shows the difference one person can make when reconciling with another.

What is a Sacrament? - Gr. 5 14 min.Short explanation of Jesus as Sacrament of God, Church as Sacrament of Jesus, and seven signs celebratingour faith life.

Sacraments: Baptism & Confirmation (We Belong) - Gr. 5 14 min.Reminds us we belong to a faith community that works to heal the earth and her people. Also includes scenesfrom an actual Baptism and Confirmation.

Sacraments: Eucharist (We Feed) - Gr. 5 12 min.Three friends attend Jen’s talk on life in Cambodia - it leads them to understand how the Eucharist feeds ourbody and spirit’s hunger with food and God.

Sacraments: Marriage & Holy Orders (We Commit) - Gr. 5 12 min.Three friends talk about their futures. Fr. Miguel and parents answer questions about marriage and holy orders.

Sacraments: Reconciliation ( We Forgive) - Gr. 5 12 min.Video challenges us to change, seek forgiveness, and celebrate God’s mercy through the Church.



Veggie Tales: Josh and the Big Wall - Gr. 1 2 copies 30 min.Joshua obeys Moses and storms the walls of Jericho - illustrates obedience.

Jesus Grows Up - Gr. 1 17 min.Storybook animation helps children relate to Jesus growing up, loving his parents and friends.

Jesus: What He Said, What He Did - Gr. 1 22 min.Storybook animation of Jesus’ public life of miracles and teaching.

Veggie Tales: God Wants Me to Forgive Them?! - Gr. 2 30 min.Larry crashes the boat and Skipper Bob and the passengers discover why Scripture wants us to forgive.Illustrates forgiveness.

Animated Stories - Bread from Heaven - Gr. 2 30 min.Shows Moses and the Israelites being fed in the desert. Activity book included.

Jesus, Son of God - Gr. 2 30 min.Witness select episodes taken from the life of Jesus (featured: as a young boy in the temple, in the desert,and more). Activity book included.

Jonah - a Veggie Tales Movie - Gr. 3 83 min.Bob the Tomato and friends learn the best gift you can give - or get - is a second chance.

Animated Stories : Treasures in Heaven - Gr. 3 30 min.Story of contrasts between two men who seek to follow Jesus. Activity book.

Animated Stories: The Righteous Judge - Gr. 3 30 min.Recreates events surrounding Jesus when he teaches principles of love and repentence. Activity book.

Animated Stories: The Kingdom of Heaven - Gr. 3 30 min.Explains that the Church is God’s Kingdom on earth. Activity book.

Animated Stories: The Miracles of Jesus - Gr. 3 30 min.An exciting panorama of Jesus’ must touching miracles. Actvity book.

Animated Stories:- The Greatest is the Least - Gr. 3 30 min.Follow Jesus’ disciples after his Resurrection. Activity book.

The Story Keepers: Sink or Swim - Gr. 3 30 min.Animated story about 3 friends who are transported to Biblical times and meet Old and New Testament characters.

Animated Stories - The Good Samaritan - Gr. 3 30 min.One of Jesus’ most touching parable. Activity book.

Animated Stories:- The Prodigal Son - Gr. 4 30 min.Students will learn of the overwhelming love encompassing someone who returns to God after having repented hisfoolish ways. Activity book.

Animated Stories:- Forgive Us Our Debts - Gr. 4 30 min.A classic parable about forgiveness with the teachings of Jesus to his disciples; includes story about the man whoowes ten thousand “talents” and the instruction to Peter to catch a fish with a coin in its mouth. Activity book.



Bible - Mixed GradesJesus for Kids - Gr. K-2 50 min.Five 10 min. programs featuring: The First Christmas, Jesus the Storyteller, Jesus the Miracle Worker, Jesusthe Healer, and The First Easter.

Pentecost Party! - K-3 23 min.The bedbugs tell their favorite stories in a fun-filled show about the Holy Spirit.

Creation Celebration! - K-3 23 min.The bedbugs share the stories about Creation, Dancing Clay and the Garden of Eden.

In God’s Name - K-3 16 min.Based on the best-selling book. All the people in the world set out to find God’s name.

Parables for Kids, vol. 1 - Gr. 2-4 22 min.Including: The Sower, The Good Samaritan, The Lost Sheep, The Prodigal Son, The Pharisee & the Tax Collector.

Parables for Kids, vol. 2 - Gr. 2-4 22 min.Including: The Talents, The Good Shepherd, The Lost Coin, The Man with Two Sons, The House Built on Rock.

The Great Bible Discovery - Episode 4 - Gr. 2-4 30 min.Discovering Dreams Come True - the story of Joseph and his brothers. Live action mixed with animation.

The Great Bible Discovery - Episode 6 - Gr. 2-4 30 min.Discovering the Kingdom - explores Jesus’ kingdom parables. Live action mixed with animation.

Jesus Stories: God’s Love Through His Parables - Gr. 5-6 47 min.3 different segments (Jesus Teaches - 17 min., Jesus Cares - 13 min., Jesus Heals - 17 min.) help childrenlearn to love the Scriptures. Live action with special masks.

Saints and People of FaithAnimated Stories: John the Baptist - Gr. 1 30 min.Video shows the story of John’s courage and conviction as he proclaims Jesus as the Messiah. Activity book.

Patrick: Brave Shepherd of the Emerald Isle - Gr. 1 30 min.How Patrick turned to God to conquer cold, hunger and himself. BROKEN- REPLACEMENT COMING SOON

The Day the Sun Danced - The True Story of Fatima - Gr. 1 30 min.The inspiring story of three children whose great faith and courage brought the message of Our Lady of Fatimato all the world.

Veggie Tales - Esther, the Girl Who Became Queen - Gr. 1 36 min.Esther is chosen to be Queen and finds the courage to face the King to save her own people - teaches kids thatyou never need be afraid to do what’s right.

Bernadette - The Princess of Lourdes - Gr. 2 30 min.The exciting true story of a visit by the Queen of Heaven that left all the world a source of health for body and soul.

Animated Hero Classics: Pocahontas - Gr. 2 30 min.Tells the story of the Indian maiden’s brave intervention on the part of the settlers. Activity book.

Mother Teresa: Seeing the Face of Jesus - Gr. 3 35 min.Animated story of the Sister who helped the sick and dying.



Animated Stories: David and Goliath - Gr. 6 30 min.A shepherd boy who likes poetry seems an unlikely candidate to save his nation. Activity book.

Animated Stories: Esther - Gr. 6 30 min.What would you do if your uncle asked you to risk your life to save another? Activity book.

Animated Stories: Ruth - Gr. 6 30 min.The touching love story of Ruth and Boaz. Activity book.

Animated Stories: Daniel - Gr. 6 30 min.This video highlights the adventures of Daniel and his friends, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednago. Activity book.

Animated Stories: Elisha - Gr. 6 30 min.Elijah’s protege is now God’s mouthpiece. Activity book.

Animated Stories: Solomon - Gr. 6 30 min.Viewers are escorted into the king’s throne room, the wisest man ever lived. Activity book.

Animated Stories: Samuel - Gr. 6 30 min.Features the prophet’s early days as a young boy serving a high priest. Activity book.

Animated Stories: Abraham and Isaac - Gr. 6 30 min.An emotion-filled story of complete obedience and unreserved sacrifice. Activity book.

Animated Stories: Elijah - Gr. 6 30 min.How the great prophet managed to thwart King Ahab’s conversion of Israel.

Animated Stories from the New Testament: The Ministry of Paul 30 min.Recounts Paul’s encounter with King Agrippa to his terrifying shipwreck. Activity book.

Animated Hero Classics: Maccabees - Gr. 6 30 min.The spirit and determination of this hero lives in the celebration of Hanukkah.

Cigar Box Ray - Gr. 6 32 min.Story produced by the Archdiocese of Dubuque, telling about the Iowan priest who lived in the mountainousvillages of Bolivia. Though his life was mysteriously ended, to this day, “his people” show remains of his loveand work.

Fishers of Men - Gr. 6 18 min.DVD produced by the Bishops’ Committee on Vocations. Intended to renew priests’ sense of fulfillment in theirvocation but may be used to introduce the vocation to students.

For God and Country - Gr. 6 22 min.Story produced by the Archdiocese of Dubuque, telling about the Iowan priest, Fr. Al Schmitt, who was killedsaving 12 men trapped inside the sinking USS Oklahoma during the bombing of Pearl Harbor.

Mary, Mother of Jesus - Gr. 6 88 min.1999 made-for-TV DVD. Emphasis on Mary, preview first!

The Mestiza Virgin: Our Mother of the Americas - Gr. 6 13 min.Produced in honor of the canonization of St. Juan Diego. The conquest of the Aztecs as seen through the eyesof an indigenous woman and a Spanish priest.



We Learn from Mary: The Cloak of Many Colors - Gr. 3-5 18 min.Brings alive the life and meaning of Mary for younger students. Shows Mary as a girl, mother, disciple, andcompanion.

What Catholics Believe about Mary and the Saints - Gr. 3-5 30 min.Video guide hosted by priests or other church leaders. Also includes on-screen quizzes, time to ponder yourresponse, then catechesis to explain the answer.

Saints’ Gallery: Vol. 1 - Gr. 4-5 33 min.5 min. segments featuring Joseph, Joan of Arc, Elizabeth Seton, Martin of Tours, Martin de Porres, Elizabeth ofHungary.

Saints’ Gallery: Vol. 3 - Gr. 4-5 42 min.8 min. segments featuring Mary, Queen of Saints, Valentine, Nicholas, Patrick, Mary Magdalen.

Saints’ Gallery: Vol. 4 - Gr. 4-5 45 min.9 min. segments featuring Peter, Clare of Assisi, Paul, Thomas Aquinas, Catherine of Siena.

Saints’ Gallery: Vol. 5 - Gr. 4-5 30 min.8 min. segments featuring Therese, Kateri, Edith Stein.

Tarahumara - Gr. 3-6 27 min.A story of missionaries in a hostile wilderness.

SeasonalAdvent/ChristmasHow Can I Celebrate Advent? Gr. K-3 30 min.Two siblings are excited for Christmas and are eager to learn about the special season of waiting and preparation.

Alabaster’s Song Gr. K-2 30 min.An angel’s tender song unites a little boy and his father. Based on Max Lucado’s bestselling book.

A Star for Jeremy Gr. K-2 22 min.Jeremy dreams that God is assigning places in the sky for all the stars. Stan, the tiniest star, gets left behind- but doesn’t realize God has bigger plans for the little twinkler.

The First Christmas Gr. K-3 24 min.Produced in claymation, this video tells the traditional story of the birth of Jesus, starting with Mary andJoseph’s trip from Nazareth. Narrated by Christopher Plummer.

Nestor, The Long-eared Christmas Donkey Gr. K-2 23 min.Mocked by everyone for his long ears, Nestor and his mother are cast out of their home on a snowy night. Whilewarming her baby, Nestor’s mother dies and a cherub guides the little donkey on a path to save another as hismother saved him.

The Little Shepherd Gr. K-2 25 min.In the fields surrounding Bethlehem, every shepherd is nervous - wolves have been spotted in the area. An unex-pected surprise leads to the revelation that God provides the answer for every fear.

Veggie Tales - The Toy that Saved Christmas Gr. K-1 30 min.Christmas isn’t about getting, it’s about giving. Jesus is the greatest gift!



The Story of The Selfish Giant: A Christmas Parable Gr. 3-5 30 min.Based on the Oscar Wilde story. A giant’s garden turns to ice when he doesn’t share it with children.

The Bible: Gospel of Luke (pt. 1) - Gr. 6 60 min.Features: Annunciations, The Nativity, Baptism, Temptation, and Rejection.

Advent with St. Nicholas Gr. 3-4 12 min.While Holly’s family is rushing around, preparing for Christmas, she is trying to learn more about the meaningof Advent. Suddenly a surprise visitor arrives - St. Nicholas! to help understand the background of customs.Animated Stories: The King is Born Gr. 1-2 30 min.The true meaning of Christmas is told through this biblically accurate story. Activity book.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Gr. 3-5 30 min.Based on the best-selling book; the nastiest, dirtiest kids in the school decide they want to participate in this year’spageant. The town thinks they belong in the care of the local police. But when the curtain goes up, a miraclebegins...they’ve learned the value of loving others in the Christmas spirit.

The True Christmas Story 45 min.Documentary style - journies the viewer through the land of Israel, weaving archaelogical evidence with biblicalteachings.

Advent: Celebrating the Season Gr. 4 12 min.Video explores customs - Advent wreath, Jesse Tree, Advent friend, straw for a crib, and Advent house.

Lent/EasterThe Story of Easter Gr. K 2 copies 30 min.Witness Jesus’ triumphal entrance into the city, his capture by Roman soldiers and his ascension into Heaven.

Franscesco’s Friendly World: The Last Stone Gr. K-3 41 min.When a storm damages the animals’ houses and the church, Francesco and his animal friends work together torepair them before the townspeople arrive at sunrise on Easter morning.

The First Easter Gr. 1 25 min.Meet Nate, a young street urchin and his faithful companion, Bark the dog. The two walk the streets ofJerusalem and experience the story of Christ.

The Proud Tree Gr 1-2 18 min.Story of the Crucifixion from the viewpoint of the tree that became the cross Jesus carried.

Stations of the Cross Gr. 3 15 min.Each station is described in simple and clear language so that children can reflect on what happened there.

Greatest Adventure: The Easter Story Gr. 3 30 min.Seen through the apostle Mark’s eyes, this video begins with Jesus entering Jerusalem, continuing with his betrayaland arrest, including his resurrection and ascent into Heaven.

The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe Gr. 3 95 min.Animated special based on the C.S. Lewis classic. Parallels Jesus’ last days.

The Great Bible Discovery: Discovering an Empty Tomb Gr. 3-4 35 min.Live action mixed with animation. A simple and direct explanation of the Scriptures with quiz at end.



Kids Explore America’s Catholic HeritageWritten and Illustrated by kids, touches on all aspects of worship - saints, vocation stories, and more.

Living WaterPart of the Catholic Faith Explorers series, this installment teaches the origin, purpose and significance ofBaptism.

The Most Precious Gift by Beth McNamaraCould be used by director of Baptism preparation sessions. Includes 3 complete easy-to-use sessions.

The Mystery of Suffering and DeathOriginally a student’s textbook, this useful tool explains why it’s important to Christian faith to study andunderstand suffering and death.

No-Brainers Guide to Jesus by James Bell & Stan CampbellReally nice book, written from a lay-man’s point of view. Includes CD-ROM which would be very useful for amyriad of lesson plans.

One at the Table by Ronald OakhamReaches out to the baptized and (maybe) lapsed Catholic community member.

The People - Reflections of Native Peoples by the NCEACollaborates with Native people on issues such as the environment and family. 2 copies.

The Pocket AquinasSelections from 32 of St. Thomas’ most important writings,

The Privilege of Being Catholic by Fr. Oscar LukefahrA pastoral presentation that demonstrates how the sacramental principle has a profound effect on Catholics.

The Search for Happiness by Fr. Oscar LukefahrExplores four different levels of happiness - all leading to lasting joy through friendship with God.

Sometimes We Dance, Sometimes We Wrestle by Michael CarottaGreat book - Shows adults how they can embrace and nurture the spiritual growth of adolescents.

Sower’s Seeds of Encouragement - 5th planting by Fr. Brian CavanaughShort stories of hope, humor, and healing.

The Spiritually Intimate Marriage by Donald HarveySuggestions to develop and maintain spiritual intimacy in the marriage.

Spring Cleaning for the Soul by Joy KrauseWritten by a former cleaning lady, this book has funny and interesting stories meant to inspire.

Summa Theologiae by Thomas AquinasThis first volume of St. Thomas’ work uncovers the nature of theology.

Theology of the Body for Beginners by Christopher WestJohn Paul II reflections on the body and sex is explained and explored in this book.

This is Our Faith by Michael F. PennockSimple style explains all the teachings of the Catholic Church. Another copy in the Catechist section. In-cludes 3 complete easy-to-use sessions.

Shrine Religious Formation Print Library


Sing With JoyBased on the program, “Catechesis of the Good Shepherd”, ages 3-6.

Singing Our FaithAccompaniment edition.

Singing Our FaithCantor/guitar edition.

Singing Our FaithCatechist’s manual.

Singing Our FaithHandbook.

Songs of LoveBased on the program, “Catechesis of the Good Shepherd”, ages 6-12.

Spirit and Song

Walking by Faith 2 copies

The Way of the CrossUnique presentation of the Stations of the Cross.

When Children Gather

Miscellaneous ActivitiesActive Learning for Catholic Kids - Vol. 1 (primary grades)Great reproducibles featuring activities based on: Knowing the Church, Living by God’s Rules, Caring for God’sCreation and Stories from the Bible.

Active Learning for Catholic Kids - Vol. 2 (primary grades)Great reproducibles featuring activities based on: Prayers and the Mass, Church Feasts and Seasons, TheSacraments, The Saints.

Active Learning for Catholic Kids - Vol. 1 (intermediate grades)Great reproducibles featuring activities based on: Knowing the Church, Moral Choices, The Commandments,Understanding the Bible.

Active Learning for Catholic Kids - Vol. 2 (intermediate grades)Great reproducibles featuring activities based on: Prayers and the Mass, The Liturgical Year, The Sacraments,and the Saints.

Banners for Worship by Carol Jean HarmsExtensive guide to creating home-made banners for a variety of occasions.

Basic Training by Les Christie and Paul WoodsGreat book that gives lots of group activities and how to adapt them for a particular group.

Big Book of Catholic Customs and Traditions by B. McNamara, S. Robinson, A. NeubergerGreat activities for all ages.



Christian Crafts - Grades 1-3 by Linda StandkeExcellent book for children to learn about Scripture through Bible story crafts.

Christian Crafts - Grades 4-6 by Linda StandkeExcellent book for children to learn about Scripture through Bible story crafts.

The Collins-Dove Dictionary for Young Catholics by Laurie WoodsThis informative book offers young Catholics the meanings for more than 700 words from the Catholic tradition.

Crafts for Religious EducationNice book, laid out by presenting crafts for grades 1-8 by symbols or lessons.

Creative Crafts for All Seasons by A. Campbell, K. Waite, A. Mikelonis 2 copiesEach craft begins with an explanation of a lesson or season then shows how the activity is tied to a classsession.

Draw and Tell Sacraments by Julie PetrasVery innovative way to drive home what the Catholic Church teaches about the seven sacraments.

Everybody Wins! by Jody BlosserSimple games - not necessarily religiously-based.

Everything You Need for Children’s Worship (except children) by Jack WhiteExcellent resource for lessons based on Scripture - includes original music, follow-up activites, and more.

Exploring the Story of IsraelShort stories and questions based on the Old Testament.

Five Minute Bible Object Lessons by Clifford Chalmers CainHo-hum book using concrete items to relate difficult concepts.

Games by Mary HohensteinCollection of games and group activites that can be used in a variety of settings. Not religiously based butmay be easily adapted.

Hands-On Faith Grades 2-6 by Mary DallExcellent book using projects, activities, and crafts involving prayer, liturgy, and more.

Incredibly Awesome Crafts for KidsIdeas for dozens of crafts – not liturgically based.

Introducing the Children to the Third MillenniumA-Z workbook, using multiple choice, coloring pages, drawing activities and more. Nice artwork.

The Jesus Difference by Kieran Sawyer MISSING?Cute activites geared toward older students; can be used during class or retreats.

Jesus Wants Me to Be Respectful by Kathy ZaunActivities for the very young - can easily be copied and used as time-fillers.

Learning by Doing by Carole MacClennanCute crafts for young students; each section has 8 topics - discovery centers, movement, crafts, questions,prayer, books, music and parent/child activities.



Advent Arts and Christmas Crafts by Jeanne HeibergCreative book with instructions for decorations and gifts, using simple materials.

The Advent-Christmas Book by Joan ArbogastGreat book offering activities and reproducible pages.

Advent Stories and Activities by Anne NeubergerTells the story of Jesus’ birth through activities with directions for seven different types of Jesse trees.

Arts and Crafts for Lent by Jeanne HeibergDetailed instructions for class projects, including a history of Lent and the deeper significance of “giving up”things.

The Best of Holy Days and Holidays by Gaynell Cronin 2 copiesCombines prayer reflections with activities.

The Candymaker’s Gift by David & Helen HaidlePicture book that is a re-telling of the legend of the candy cane.

Celebrating Seasons by P. Wezeman and J. FournierTeaches the most significant seasons - especially good is the Lenten “Station” activity.

Celebrating Our Seasons and SaintsSpecial series for almost every grade (1, 3, 4, 5, 6) with crafts and prayers.

A Charlie Brown Christmas by Charles SchulzStory book based on the home video and television special.

Christmas and Advent Activities by Linda StandkeWonderful crafts and clip art for the holiday season.

A Christmas Diorama by Carole GrayGreat for young students - fun pop-out features.

Christmas Tapestry by Patricia PolaccoMoving story about two families, one Catholic, one Jewish, and how their lives are “woven” together on Christ-mas.

The Crippled Lamb by Max LucadoJoshua, a lamb who was crippled and often felt left out, discovered God’s plan for him - to be in the stable tohelp the newborn king.

Easter Lost and Found5 copies - Great book with daily devotions, rhymes and seek-&-find puzzles. Pair students up!

The First Easter by Catherine StorrBook that tells Jesus’ story from the Last Supper to the moment Mary meets Jesus by the empty tomb.

God’s Easter Plan by Carol GreeneRhyming storybook.

Halloween Fun by A. Willis and A. SpenceleyCute crafts and games but no religious activities.



Resurrection Eggs by A. Bradford and M. LarmoyeuxDesigned to be used in conjunction with an Easter Egg Hunt, this great book can be utilized with stand-alonelessons in the classroom.

Saintly Celebrations & Holy Holidays by Bernadette SnyderGreat book combining quotes, activities, and ideas to celebrate special days throughout the year.

Santa’s Favorite Story by H. Aoki and I. GantschevSanta tells the story of the first Christmas and that Christmas will come, even if he doesn’t deliver presents.

Seasons of God’s Love - the Church Year by Jeanne FogleStorybook explaining the different parts of the church year.

Seasons of the Church Activities by E. Wells and L. TroutCute, reproducible crafts for the young child.

Simon and The Holy Night by Eve TharletVery cute illustrations paired with a ho-hum story about Jesus’ birth.

The Story of EasterReproducible coloring book - includes tabs to create free-standing figures.

The Tale of Three Trees by Angela HuntThe folktale of three trees whose wishes come true in a surprising way. Good to use during Advent or Lent.

This is Our Faith - Lenten IdeasActivities and histories of Lenten symbols for grades 1-6.

A Very Blessed Easter by Anita StohsCute reproducible activity book for the very young.

What Child is This?Seek-and-find book for Advent - one copy, hard to use in class, but lots of fun.

Why the Chimes Rang by Raymond M. AldenNice story about a local legend, that tells on Christmas Eve, a magnificent collection of bells will ring when theperfect gift has been given in honor of the Christ Child. Two brothers come to see the service and their gift oflove is the one which inspires the chimes. Hardcover

The Year and Our Children by Mary R. NewlandHistorical and anecdotal book full of tradition, crafts, foods and special preparations to use during the churchyear.

Prayer & ActivitiesThe ABCs of the RosaryHelps children become familiar with the mysteries and prayers.

Act Justly, Love Tenderly, Walk Humbly by Edward GabrielePrayer service for searchers of social justice.

All Through the Day, All Through the Year by David BatchelderProvides prayers and rituals for most days of the year.



150 Opening and Closing Prayers by Carl KochHelpful to anyone beginning or ending a meeting, class or any event.

People of God at Prayer by Bill Huebsch18 easy-to use prayer services.

Prayer is for Children by Julie KelemenDiscusses the many flavors of prayer in a familiar style.

Prayer Services for Young Children by Gayle SchreiberShort prayers accompanied by reproducibles.

Prayer Themes and Guided Meditations for Children by Barbara BrethertonFour basis steps of meditation to be used in the classroom.

Prayers & Meditations for Children By Antonia FelixPrayers and quotes - nicely illustrated.

Prayers with Pizzazz by Judi LanciottiNice motivational activities, worksheets, discussion and reflection questions - includes time needed for eachactivity.

Praying by Yvette Nelson MISSINGQuestions on how children and other countries pray and reflect.

Praying - A Teaching Guide by Dolores ReadySome exercises require the use of student booklets (not available); Preview.!

Praying All Ways by Caroljean WillieGreat book that approaches prayer through a myriad of models.

Praying With Jesus by Arthur ZannoniPrayer services for children that are Christ-centered.

The Rosary by Rev. Daniel Lord MISSINGGift book and guide.

Six Weeks with the Bible - Psalms by Kevin PerrotaExplains passages and provides questions for group discussions.

Stations of the Cross Coloring BookGreat - Scriptural-based pictures, coupled with contemporary images to help children understand the Stations.

Taste and See by Jacqueline Bergan and S. Marie SchwanPrayer services for groups.

Teach Me About Prayer by P. Plum, J. Plum, C. Odell 3 copies.Great activities and discussions for younger children.

Thirty Rituals & Prayer Services for Catechist & Teacher Meetings by Alison BergerIntended for adults, this book can be used for older students.

Twenty Prayer Lessons for Children by Phyllis vos Wezeman & Jude FournierEach lesson is set up with the 3 parts: goal, gather (collect materials), and guide.



Clip and Tell Some More by Lois KefferFun teaching tool - “origami” for the Bible. Reproducible patterns.

Creative Bible Studies by Dennis BensonNot-very-modern ideas to present the Word of God. With work, may be adopted to “our time”.

Cut It! Fold It! Glue It! by Anita StohsMosiacs, puppets, masks, and more make up this fun project book.

Exploring the BibleNice variety, short activites, and stories are compiled here - good for time-fillers.

Fun Stuff For Kids - 4th thru 6th by Michael StreffWord searches, picture finds, quizzes and more. Easily reproducible.

God’s Gift of Hope by Kevin PerrottaGuide to Revelations, aimed toward teens, designed for understanding in six weeks.

God’s Promises Through Christ by Kay WheelerSmall book that suggests Biblical passages for certain themes (ie counsel, atonement, etc).

God’s Rules for MeReproducible coloring book for the very young.

The Great Bible Big Fun Activity BookMazes, Dot-to-Dot, picture puzzles, and more.

Great Bible Stories: Creation and NoahVariety of puzzles - intended for ages 5-8.

Great Bible Stories: Journeys of Jesus, Travels of PaulVariety of puzzles - intended for ages 5-8.

Great Bible Stories: Moses and DavidVariety of puzzles - intended for ages 5-8.

Journey Through the New TestamentOriginally a student’s textbook, this useful tool breaks down each Biblical book.

Journey Through the Old TestamentOriginally a student’s textbook, this useful tool breaks down each Biblical book.

Leading Students into Scripture by Mary Kathleen GlavichNice book, giving teachers new and useful ideas to deepen student’s understanding of God’s word.

The Light and the LensPart of the Catholic Faith Explorers series, this installment teaches about the Scripture’s role in the churchand where we got the Bible.

Loving our Neighbor, The Earth by Christie JenkinsGreat to use during explanation of Creation and Respect. Approaches spirituality from an environmentalist’sPOV.

My Favorite Bible Activity Book by Jenny EriksonThis book has some fun ideas and follows a monthly format featuring a calender of saints, prayer and activity.


Celebrating Catholic Rites and Rituals in Religious Class by K. Chateau & P. MillerGreat book that leads to deeper understanding and commitment for meaningful liturgical prayer.

Celebrating the Spirit of a Young Child St. James Church, FerndaleActivity book, compiled by an area church, based on the liturgical year.

Celebrations for Children by Fred ThompsonOlder book, but still has good ideas for introducing the liturgy to children.

Children Discover the Mass by Mary DallGood lessons and crafts but the reproducible art is not.

The Complete Children’s Liturgy Book by Katie ThompsonChildren’s liturgies for all church cycles - cute reproducible art.

Footprints in Faith by Katie ThompsonInteresting concept but accompanied with unremarkable art. Activity sheets for each Sunday’s Liturgy.

God Loves Us All by Fr. LovasikOlder-style book meant to help children love God and be grateful for his blessings.

The Holy Eucharist 2 copies by Fr. LovasikOlder-style book meant to help children understand Communion.

The Holy Spirit by Fr. LovasikOlder-style book begins with stories, from the Bible, relating to the Holy Spirit and ends with more explanationof the mystery.

Homilies Kids Can See by Msgr. Dermot BrennanGreat ideas that can be used for lessons, not just homilies.

I Believe in God by Fr. LovasikOlder-style book that uses stories from the Bible and various lessons to explain The Apostles’ Creed.

Lectionary for Masses with Children - Year AIntended to be used when Mass for children is held in a place apart from the main assembly.

Lectionary for Masses with Children - Year CIntended to be used when Mass for children is held in a place apart from the main assembly.

Liturgy of the WordSoftcover, Year A. Readings, Psalms and Antiphons for Sundays, holy days and weekdays.

Living the WordSoftcover, Year A. Scripture reflections and commentaries for Sundays and holy days.

The Mass Coloring BookReproducible coloring pages featuring the Mass.

My Mass Book by Rev. Victor HoaglandOlder-style book with prayers usually said during Mass and explanations of Sunday worship.

My Picture Missal by Fr. LovasikOlder-style book - explains Mass and includes prayers.



Teaching Kids the Basics of Liturgy by Robert Duggan 2 copiesA Catechist’s reference book, this book is a guide to the basics about Catholic prayer and worship.

Walking By Faith Liturgy and Ritual Book by R. Piercy and D. Haas 2 copiesSimple liturgies to be used with children.

What You Should Know About the Mass by Charlene AltemoseThis small and informational booklet explains the basics in easy-to-understand text.

When Did I See You? by P. Vos Wezeman amd C. WiessnerActivities based on liturgies. Intended for 4th to 8th graders.

Stories of JesusThe ABCs: Lessons of Love by Francine O’ConnorWritten in simple verse, this small book has a story accompanied by an activity or project.

Acting Out the Miracles and Parables by Sr. Mary GlavichGreat 5-minute presentations of plays to be acted by children.

The Big Book About Jesus by Mark WaterCute stories and illustrations tell about Jesus’ life.

Following Jesus by Fr. LovasikOlder-style book; contains prayers and stories about Jesus.

The Greatest Stories Ever Told by Jim BurnsHelps teachers start reflections on Jesus’ parables.

Growing with Jesus by Maryann HakowskiWorkbook designed to create half-day, full-day, or overnight retreats for young children.

I Want to Be Jesus! by Carol TworkOver 150 very short plays in which children can speak the lines of Jesus, his disciples, and his enemies too.

Jesus: Eyewitness Accounts from St. LukeGospel readings set as a novel, accompanied by commentary and interviews - companion piece to video.

Jesus: ProjectsOriginally a companion piece to a textbook series, this small book has some nice ideas to be used throughout.

Jesus Feeds Five Thousand PeopleReproducible coloring book that helps illustrate the New Testament Story.

Jesus Helps a Blind ManReproducible coloring book that helps illustrate the New Testament Story.

Jesus - His Life and TimesBiographical account of Jesus, coupled with well-known artists rendition of His stories.

Jesus’ Parables by Carolyn AncellReproducible activities based on Jesus’ teachings.

The Land and People Jesus Knew by J. Robert TeringoComprehensive book detailing facts of life during the New Testament times. Drawings can sometimes be hard.



A Calendar of SaintsTales of the principal saints, laid out in calendar form. Includes inspirational sayings and lavish illustrations.

Catholic Corner Saint and Holy OnesAges 5-10: Cute activities but should be used for 4-8 yr-olds. Reproducible handouts - book includes CD.

Catholic Shrines and Places of Pilgrimage in the United StatesThis unique collection, accented with illustrations, identifies shrines and pilgrimages - includes histories andmore.

Christ’s Mother and Ours by Fr. Oscar LukefahrReflects on the importance of Mary in Scripture, liturgy, and Catholicism.

The Communion of SaintsOlder-style book that explains the history of saints and introduces them year by year or by namesake.

The Directory of Saints by Annette SandovalGreat book - use like a dictionary to find saints to fit certain needs or circumstances.

Draw and Tell Saints by Julie PetrasA memorable way to share amazing lives of holy men and women. Children have fun guessing the outcome!

Echo Stories for Children by Page ZyromskiPantomines featuring saints and feasts.

Encyclopedia of SaintsConcise and complete listing saints, including “beati” (the blessed who are one step from canonization).

Good Saint Joseph by Fr. LovasikOlder-style book, introducing Mary’s husband to children.

Heroines of God by Daniel LordOlder-style book, introducing major female saints to children.

I Can Pray With the Saints! by Mary Terese DonzeShort biographies are coupled with prayers.

Kids’ Book of Heroes by Amy WelbornInteresting book; categorizes saints and heroes by the virtues in which they lived.

The Life of Mary for ChildrenSmall booklet, introducing the Mother in all her forms and prayers to young children.

Lives of the SaintsOlder-style book, laid out by calendar year.

Lives of the SaintsAn updated version of Butler’s Edition, again laid out by calendar year. Not all Catholic saints.

Many Saints, Many Ways by P. Vos Wezeman and A. LiechtyExcellent book introducing different teaching styles, helping children learn about People of Faith.

The Merry Missionary by Kenneth ChristopherTells the story of Philip Neri, an eccentric but charismatic man, who was later canonized.



Saints and Virtues: Therese of LisieuxThis small book combines a biography and prayer based on the life of St. Therese.

The Saints and Your NameThis book tells about the saints with names most popularly given to children.

Saints for Children by Kathleen GlavichNice book with an account of twelve popular saints’ lives, questions, crafts, and more.

Saints for Kids, by Kids by Rev. R. Charlebois, M. Holden, M. MangeEight favorite saints featured, includes the drawings and prayers of children.

Saints and Other Holy People gr. K-2Very short biographies on some of the most popular “Persons of Faith”.

Saints and Other Holy People gr. 3-5Very short biographies on some of the most popular “Persons of Faith”.

Saints and Other Holy People gr. 6-8Very short biographies on some of the most popular “Persons of Faith”.

The Saints, Vol 1The Saints, Vol 2Older-style, forgettable little books.

The Saints Coloring Book - vol. 1Reproducible pages, mediocre art.

The Saints Coloring Book - vol.2 2 copiesReproducible pages, mediocre art.

Saints in ActionNice short stories, describing heroes’ acts of kindness and dedication to God and the Church.

Saints of the AmericasReproducible coloring book.

Saints KitSaints’ feasts days, presented in card form, laid out by calendar days.

Saints - Who They are and How They Help You by Elizabeth HallamThe stories of 150 saints, categorized by their specialties.

The Seeker’s Guide to Saints by Mitch Finley 7 copiesVery good book that reveals the truth behind misconceptions and the mystique of some popular saints.

St. Francis and His Feathered Friends by Anne NeubergerStorybook version of this kindhearted saint.

St. Patrick, the Real Story of Patrick by George SimmsComprehensive biography using Ireland’s patron saint’s own writings, along with other historians’.

Stories of Saints Through the Centuries by Anne NeubergerThis book is set within the context of world history. Includes stories and activities.



A Child’s First Catholic Dictionary by R. Dyches and T. MustachioExcellent tool for helping children understand terms and concepts of their faith. Hardcover

David and Goliath by Catherine StorrShort story with unremarkable art. Hardcover

The Empty Pot by DemiWonderful story. An emperor announces a contest - whoever can grow the best flower succeeds him to thethrone. Ping is unable to get his seed to sprout but still has the courage to appear before the emperor with hisempty pot. (theme: virtue ) Hardcover

Evan’s Corner by Elizabeth S. HillA simple but profound story about a little brother trying to find a special place of his own, but something is stillmissing... Softcover

The Fall of Freddie the Leaf by Leo BuscagliaExcellent book about a leaf and the changes he experiences. (themes: cycle of life, loss, hope) Hardcover

A Few Who Dared to Trust GodScripture stories from the Old and New Testament. Very few illustrations. Softcover

Forgiveness Fun!Lenten lessons and games from the BedBug Bible Gang. For the very young. Softcover

The Giving Tree by Shel SilversteinClassic story about a boy and what he expects from a tree. (themes: unselfishness) Hardcover

God Is Always With Me by Helen CaswellShort story for the very young about life’s changes. Softcover

God is Bigger Than the Boogie Man by Cindy KenneyBased on the VeggieTales videos, this collection features some of the most popular stories. Hardcover

God Loves YouNice little book - Proverbs from the Bible matched with contemporary illustrations. Softcover

God Loves You Very MuchRhyming board book featuring favorite VeggieTales characters. Hardcover

God Made the WorldGreat book for the very young explaining Creation. Hardcover

God Made You SpecialVeggieTales for the very young - each character tells how God made us different and unique. Hardcover

God Makes Us Different by Helen CaswellCute short story for the very young about the differences and similarities between God’s people. Softcover

God Must Like To Laugh by Helen CaswellCute short story for the very young about the fun God must have had while creating Earth. Softcover

The Good Samaritan by Catherine StorrShort story with unremarkable art. Hardcover



Jonah - Even Fish Slappers Need a Second Chance by Eric MetaxasCute rhyming book from the VeggieTale people. Hardcover

Joseph the Dream Teller by Catherine StorrShort story with unremarkable art. Hardcover

Joseph and the Famine by Catherine StorrShort story with unremarkable art. Hardcover

Joseph and His Brothers by Catherine StorrShort story with unremarkable art. Hardcover

Joseph - King of DreamsBased on the recent animated film. Hardcover

Just One Wish by Arcadio LobatoNice story about a boy that can’t decide what he should wish for and his village that wished for too much.(themes: selfishness, community) Hardcover

King David by Catherine StorrShort story with unremarkable art. Hardcover

Kingdom Parables by Christopher LaneLessons Jesus taught, coupled with cute art, retold to touch a young child’s heart. Hardcover

Lafcadio - the Lion Who Shot Back by Shel SilversteinFunny, but long, story about a lion who decides not to “play the game” of prey and hunter. (themes: socialjustice, power play) Hardcover

Lent is On The Way!Lenten stories and games with the BedBug Bible Gang. Softcover

The Lion, the Witch, and The Wardrobe by C.S. LewisClassic story presented in comic-book fashion - makes it easy to use during class due to time constraints.(theme: could be paralled to follow the death and betrayal of Jesus) Softcover

The Little Red Lighthouse and the Great Gray Bridge by Hildegarde SwiftSmall can be mighty! The new bridge manages to make a little lighthouse feel insignificant, but he sooncomes to understand he is still needed. (theme: discipleship ) Softcover

Lost in Jerusalem! by Jennifer LarcombeScripture story, in easy text for younger children to understand - ends with thought-provoking questions.Softcover

Love You Forever by Robert MunschClassic story that explains the enduring nature of parents’ love. (theme: unconditional love ) Hardcover

Miracles by the Sea by Catherine StorrShort story with unremarkable art. Hardcover

Miss Fannie’s Hat Jan KaronHeartwarming tale of an old woman with several hats that remind her of special times. When she is asked togive one in the town auction, she gives her Easter hat. (theme: unselfishness) Softcover



Puzzle Island by Paul AdsheadFind hidden creatures within the pretty illustrations. Could be used at the end of class for an award. Softcover

The Quiltmaker’s Gift by Jeff BrumbeauWonderful fable about a greedy king and the lesson he learns from a humble quiltmaker. (themes: unselfish-ness, fulfillment) Hardcover

The Rainbow Fish by Marcus PfisterBeautiful story about a fish who learns to make friends. (themes: Parable of Talents, giving) Hardcover

Read-Aloud Bible Stories by Ella LindvallOld and New Testament stories for the very young. Hardcover

Rotten Ralph by Jack GantosGreat story of a young girl who learns quickly that her cat can sometimes be very hard to love. (theme:unconditional love) Softcover

The Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise BrownClassic story about a bunny and his mother who will never let him leave. (themes: Jesus’ presence, uncondi-tional love) Hardcover

Ruth’s Story by Catherine StorrShort story with unremarkable art. Hardcover

Samson and Delilah by Catherine StorrShort story with unremarkable art. Hardcover

Shadows of the Cross by Randy DixonIntended for older students, this interesting exploration into the passion and death of Jesus includes protrayals(in poems) of witnesses and pencil drawings of each Station. Hardcover

St. Peter and St. Paul by Catherine StorrShort story with unremarkable art. Hardcover

Stone Soup by Marcia BrownOld fable, wonderfully retold by a modern author, tells the story of three soldiers and their lesson taught to thevillagers of a French town. Hardcover

Stories and Songs of Jesus by P. Freeburg and C. WalkerThis set includes a storybook, activity book and cassette - can be used together or separately.

The Story of Jonah by Alice DavidsonShort rhyming story with unremarkable art. Hardcover

The Story of Joseph and a Dream Come TrueShort story with unremarkable art. Softcover

The Sunflower Parable by Liz HiggsBoard book, accompanied by Scripture, that follows a young farmer’s planting. Hardcover

Swimmy by Leo LionniGreat book about a small orphaned fish shows his friends how they can conquer their fears and overcomedangers using teamwork. Hardcover




The Church Through HistoryOriginally a student’s textbook, this useful tool explains the Catholic Church’s history.

Converting the Baptized by William O’MalleyWritten on the premise that young people have not yet been converted, this “survival guide” deals with today’sskeptics.

Creative Catechist by Janaan Manternach & Carl PfeiferGood book. Most chapters start with a brief, personal story, pertaining to the chapter to follow. “Nudges”,rather than “lays out” lesson plans.

Discipline Made Easy by Kathleen GlavichPractical and straightforward tips for achieving peace and learning in the classroom.

Discipline Tips by Kathleen GlavichBullet-point tips for Catechists.

The Essential Catholic HandbookA summary of beliefs, practices and prayers.

Exploring the Religions of the World by Nancy ClemmonsA teacher’s guide, this companion to a student’s textbook could be used for a general review.

The Faith-Filled Classroom by A. Campbell, J. Jambor, K. Hendricks, E. McGrath, K. Ristow 2 copiesGreat reference. Quick ideas, thoughts and techniques.

Helping Kids Live Their Faith by Mary Beth Jambor 2 copiesGood for classroom - service project ideas.

How Creative Catechists Use Stories by J. Manternach & Carl PfeiferStuck how to get your point across? Great tool - lists popular books and how to use them for lessons andholidays.

How Each Child Learns by Bernadette StankardShows how the theory of multiple intelligence can be used to teach religion.

Introducing Catholic Social Teaching to Children by Anne NeubergerChoral readings equip children with knowledge for addressing social justice issues. 2 copies.

Journey into Joy by Andrew WalkerRichly illustrated book combines scripture, reflection, poetry and prayer to lead us into an experience of thetransforming joy found in our risen Lord - the Stations of the Resurrection.

Keys to Teaching Children About God by Iris YobHow to handle questions about God and religious issues.

Kids Get Stressed Too by Eileen McGrathGuides adults to help children grow up with coping skills.

National Directory of Catechesis by US Conference of Catholic BishopsBuilds on the core themes of the General Directory of Catechesis.

The New Jerome Biblical CommentaryA condensed result of a community of scholars who examined the histrorical, literary. religious and scientificcontent of the Bible.



A Well-Built Faith by Joe PaprockiEasy and fun way for any Catholic to know what they believe and to feel confident in sharing those beliefs withothers.

What Do You Stand For? by Barbara LewisInspirational stories about young kids doing heroic deeds; also teaches how your students can become aperson of good character.

Why do Catholics Eat Fish on Friday? by Michael FoleyHandy reference to traditions and roots of all-things-Catholic.

Sacramental ReferenceCalled to His Supper by Jeannine Timko LeichnerSacramental prep book used by Shrine RF.

A Handshake from Heaven by Carol BannonSimple, repetitive hardcover that explains the receiving of the Eucharist.

Joy Joy the Mass by Jeannine Timko LeichnerSacramental prep book used by Shrine RF.

Making Things Right by Jeannine Timko LeichnerSacramental prep book used by Shrine RF.

Sacred TimesSacramental prep book.

Teach it: Eucharist and the Mass byu Joseph White and Ana Arista WhiteNew ideas to teach receiving the Eucharist.

Today I Made My First Reconciliation by Dianne AhernMuch too-long-look at a child’s first Penance; however, contains a very nice guide in the back to the Sacra-ment of Reconciliation. Hardcover

We Share in the EucharistSacramental prep book.


Spirituality and the Two Halves of Life 1 DVD 2 hoursNo matter which half of life you are in, you’ll gain insights from the renowned author, Ron Rolheiser.

The Story of Moses 47 min.On location with Charlton Heston.

The Story of Paul the Apostle 70 min.History Channel’s biography of Paul and his miraculous conversion.

Tell Me About God 45 min.Helping children develop a relationship with God.

Understanding the Mass 2 video set 90 min.2 copies of Part 1- An Introduction and Overview. Produced by the Archdiocese of Detroit.

The Vatican Unveiled 1 DVD 45 min.This video chronicles the glory and splendor of Saint Peter and the Vatican: The Legacy of the Popes, the record-breaking exhibit that toured America.

What Catholics Believe About Death and the AfterlifeVideo guide hosted by priests or other church leaders. Also includes on-screen quizzes, time to ponder yourresponse, then catechesis to explain the answer.

What Catholics Believe About The EucharistVideo guide hosted by priests or other church leaders. Also includes on-screen quizzes, time to ponder yourresponse, then catechesis to explain the answer.

What Catholics Believe About The Holy SpiritVideo guide hosted by priests or other church leaders. Also includes on-screen quizzes, time to ponder yourresponse, then catechesis to explain the answer.

What Catholics Believe About The MassVideo guide hosted by priests or other church leaders. Also includes on-screen quizzes, time to ponder yourresponse, then catechesis to explain the answer.

What Catholics Believe About The New CatechismVideo guide hosted by priests or other church leaders. Also includes on-screen quizzes, time to ponder yourresponse, then catechesis to explain the answer.

What Catholics Believe About The New Age MovementVideo guide hosted by priests or other church leaders. Also includes on-screen quizzes, time to ponder yourresponse, then catechesis to explain the answer.

What Catholics Believe About PrayerVideo guide hosted by priests or other church leaders. Also includes on-screen quizzes, time to ponder yourresponse, then catechesis to explain the answer.

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