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LENT & EASTERBOOKS 2014

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Jesus Speaks to Me About Easter“I’m alive, I love you, and I’m always with you.” That’s the message Jesus tells young readers in thisbeautifully illustrated book about the story of Easter. Jesus “speaks” in a personal way to children, not onlyabout his glorious resurrection, but also about the exciting adventures of the disciples following Easter. St.Peter’s amazing dream, St. Paul’s conversion, Philip’s ride in a chariot—all these events will help kidsunderstand the new life that Christ has won for them! • Helps children understand the true meaning of Easter • Makes a great Easter gift for children and grandchildrenHardcover: 28 pagesPublisher: Word Among Us Press (April 15, 2014) ISBN­13: 978­1593252205$ 14.95

Walking with Jesus to Calvary: Stations of the Cross for ChildrenA beautiful introduction to the Stations of the Cross, this book that will help children understand what reallyhappened on Calvary and just how much Jesus loves them. Gorgeous illustrations are accompanied by asimple but moving narration of the events of Jesus’ passion and death. Each station ends with a heartfeltprayer. Walking with Jesus to Calvary is a thoughtful gift for Lent, Easter, or any time of the year.ISBN: 978­1­59325­245­8Binding: Hardcover, 48 pages$ 14.95

Hope from the CrossEnglish Cardinal Basil Hume, Archbishop of Westminster, was beloved all over the world for his pastoralgifts. Before dying of cancer in 1999, he left these meditations on the Seven Last Words of Christ on thecross. In each one of these reflections, Cardinal Hume unwraps a gift for us­one that gives us hope evenwhen we are in the midst of pain and difficulty. "These 'last words' . . . reveal their secrets slowly, if wemeditate on them and pray," Cardinal Hume writes in the introduction. "Let those words speak to you, and Iwill tell you what they have said to me." ~ Short meditations that speak powerfully to the heart. ~ Aninspiring gift, especially for those who are in difficult circumstances; ~ Can be used through Lent or at anytime of the year.$ 9.25

Lent with Pope Benedict XVIAccompany the Holy Father through the forty days of Lent and the octave of Easter with short dailyreflections that will enrich your prayer and draw you closer to Jesus. These reflections, taken from thehomilies, Angelus addresses, and encyclicals of Pope Benedict, will help readers delve into God's wordand be nourished by it. Each meditation is short enough to be read in a few minutes but can also be usedas the basis for a longer time of prayer. As the Holy Father says, "It is urgently necessary in these forty daysto listen anew to the gospel, the word of the Lord, the word of truth." Pope Benedict is an inspiring andinsightful guide who can lead us into a deeper understanding of the gospel and the truths of our faith sothat we become more faithful disciples of Christ.ISBN: 978­1­59325­198­7Binding: Softcover$ 13.75

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Conversing with God in LentLectio divina is an ancient spiritual practice that can help us to hear God speaking to us through the wordsof Scripture. In recent times, Pope Benedict XVI and a Synod of Bishops have recommended that laypeople pray with the Scriptures using this method. In this book, respected biblical scholar Stephen J. Binzchooses the Old Testament reading and the gospel for each Sunday in cycles A, B, and C during Lent,including the complete text from the Lectionary. Then he leads readers through the steps of lectiodivina­reading, meditation, prayer, contemplation, and action­by suggesting themes and verses on whichto focus.ISBN: 978­1­59325­165­9Binding: Softcover$ 19.95

Conversing with God in the Easter SeasonLectio divina is an ancient spiritual practice that can help us to hear God speaking to us through the wordsof Scripture. In recent times, Pope Benedict XVI and a Synod of Bishops have recommended that laypeoplepray with the Scriptures using this method. In this book, respected biblical scholar Stephen J. Binzchooses the first reading and the Gospel for each Sunday in cycles A, B, and C during the Easterseason—all the way up to Pentecost. Then he leads readers through the steps of lectio divina—reading,meditation, prayer, contemplation, and action—by suggesting themes and verses on which to focus."Stephen Binz enables us to understand that Easter goes beyond one Sunday and that our celebration isan ongoing commitment of our lives to God. This book offers a simple presentation of the Sunday Massreadings in the prayerful spirit of lectio divina, and is adaptable for individuals or groups.ISBN: 978­1­59325­199­4Binding: Softcover$ 19.95

O Taste and SeeIf you have always been troubled by the image of God as a punitive judge, this book will show you why thisview is so mistaken. Psalm 34:8’s “O taste and see how good the Lord is” contains in miniature the wholeprocess of coming to and growing in faith. It gives us insight into God and into how we experience God. Wecome to know this good and gracious God by means of the body: seeing (a metaphor for understanding)and tasting (shorthand for what the body knows). In fact, it is precisely engrafted hunger that turns usGod­ward – only to find God waiting on the road for our return and ready to host a feast for us.ISBN: 978­1­61261­407­6Publisher: Paraclete Press$19.50

God for UsA lovely gift book full of color images and inspirational readings. Hardcover, with ribbon markers included.God for Us: Rediscovering the Meaning of Lent and Easterexplores the meaning of Lent, its importance inspiritual formation, its significance in the preparation of Easter, and the holy season of Easter itself. Withreflections from leading spiritual writers in North America, histories of the liturgical calendar and the feastdays of the holy season, and art that spans over 1500 years of artistic endeavor, God For Us/ provides arich resource for renewing meaning in a season that is at best neglected or misunderstood.ISBN: 978­1­61261­379­6Publisher: Paraclete Press$34.95

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Small Surrenders: A Lenten JourneyDaily devotions for Lent. Join Emilie Griffin in these daily devotions for Lent. Using ancient and moderntexts as inspiration for her own reflections, Emilie Griffin nurtures and guides us into a deeper knowledgeof ourselves and God. We discover that Lent is our chance for a fresh start, and an opportunity to joyfully putourselves in God's hands.ISBN: 9781557256423Publisher: Paraclete Press$19.50

Following Christ: A Lenten Reader to Stretch Your SoulTake this season to listen and look for Christ's presence in your life. Lent is a time of new life and freshbeginnings. In this unique daily email subscription for the season of Lent, short readings fromextraordinary Christians will open windows on your spiritual life, allowing fresh air to burst in. You'll find thelife­changing wisdom of Francis of Assisi, Hildegard of Bingen, Thomas a Kempis, Richard Rolle,Benedict of Nursia, Julian of Norwich, Catherine of Siena, Teresa of Avila, the Desert Fathers and Mothers,and others. Because each was a person of fervent life and passionate prayer, their words reveal how ourwaiting on God, and seeking God's will, lead to a life of meaning and joy.ISBN: 9781557255402Publisher: Paraclete Press$19.50

Lenten Survival Guide for Kids: I am Supposed to do What!?Written for 7­11 year olds, this playful guide appeals to kids who want to know more about what adults aretelling them is a serious time. Without talking down to them, and challenging them to learn and do more,the following topics are explored in detail: What Lent Is, What Lent Definitely Is Not, 40 Days of SurvivalTactics, and A Few Prayers and Practices – Only for Kids.

From What Lent Definitely Is Not: People easily become confused on this subject. In fact, we’re glad youare reading this book, because we want to set you, at least, straight. You can then please set othersstraight.

Lent is not about “giving up” silly things. It is not about making sad faces to show how difficult life hassuddenly become for you. (Need we start explaining how most of the world would think that giving up candybars or soda for 40 days sounds just plain silly? According to Bread for the World, 925 million peoplearound the world go hungry each day. So please don’t talk about the terrible hardship you are undergoingby giving up M&M’s and Coca­Cola for a few weeks.)

So instead of focusing on what you may give up, take time to consider why you may do it. You give stuff upfor Lent because you want to become a better Christian. You are testing yourself – and allowing God to testyou – to see if, by giving up something that maybe you are too focused on in everyday life, you canconcentrate more on him.ISBN: 9781612615219Publisher: Paraclete Press$9.25

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Lent and Easter with the Holy FathersSpend this Lent and Easter in the good company of popes past and present.As Pope Clement XIII said in a 1759 encyclical, Easter is the celebration "by which alone the dignity of allother religious occasions is consecrated." These reflections, homilies, and special messages from HolyFathers down through the ages will inspire you toward a good Lent and a joyful Easter!

Each year, we relive the events of what happened 2,000 years ago and we are powerfully reminded of thesacrifice and love of our Lord. As Pope John Paul II said in his 2004 Lenten message: "During Lent, weprepare to relive the Paschal Mystery, which sheds the light of hope upon the whole of our existence, evenin its most complex and painful aspects."

These messages of strength, challenge, and hope are vital for all of the people of God.

ISBN: 9781557256928Publisher: Paraclete Press$21.00

Everyone’s Way of the CrossEnzler’s classic is given new vibrancy with beautiful, meditative, commissioned woodcuts by AnnikaNelson and her mother Gertrud Mueller Nelson. The artists express how these meditations show Christamong us—often in unexpected places. In their words, “We find him in the subway, yearning at the border,standing in the soup line—the bewildered soldier, the single mother, the abused child, the lonely senior,the bullied teen.” Also available in Spanish and in a large­print edition, this booklet is ideal for private studyand for parish­wide distribution for Lenten observance of Stations of the Cross.Format: Booklet

ISBN: 978­1­59471­430­6Imprint: Ave Maria Press$1.75

Everyone’s Way of the Cross (Large Print)Format: Booklet

ISBN: 978­1­59471­454­2

Imprint: Ave Maria Press

$3.15

The Living Gospel: Daily Devotions for Lent 2014The Living Gospel series of devotional prayer books for Lent and Advent offer practical insight and spiritualwisdom from popular Catholic preachers, speakers, and homilists. A new voice each season and asimple format invite Catholics to embrace the living Word of God as revealed in the daily gospel readingsand in their everyday lives.Format: Booklet

ISBN: 978­1­59471­431­3

Imprint: Ave Maria Press

$2.25

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Sacred Space for Lent 2014Now in its eighth year of publication, Sacred Space for Lent 2014 continues to attract and retain a devotedreadership for whom it serves as a complement to the hugely popular website sacredspace.ie, and as adaily Lenten resource of unmatched quality.Sacred Space for Lent 2014 is a convenient, pocket­size bookthat makes it easy to enter into prayer during Lent—the most important season of the year.Format: Booklet

ISBN: 978­1­59471­437­5

Imprint: Ave Maria Press

$2.00

Bringing Lent Home with Mother TeresaWhile many Lenten reflection booklets are for individuals or small groups, this one is formatted specificallyfor families and draws on the wisdom of Mother Teresa. This daily guide shows parents and children alikehow to put her words into practice with practical suggestions on how to live the threefold call of Lent: to fast,pray, and care the poor. Each Sunday’s focus is drawn from the themes assigned to that Sunday of Lentand a project for the week ahead is suggested. The booklet is usable in all three Catholic lectionary cycles.Format: Booklet

ISBN: 978­1­59471­286­9

Imprint: Ave Maria Press

$2.95

Bringing Lent Home with St. Therese of Lisieux: Prayers,Reflections, and Activities for FamiliesThis booklet provides everything a parent needs to gather the family together for a time of prayer andconversation, including a daily quotation from St. Thérèse and a story about her life. Cooper O’Boyle alsooffers practical suggestions on how to put into practice each day the threefold call of Lent: to fast, pray, andgive alms or care for the poor. On Sundays, the focus is on the themes assigned to that Sunday of Lent,and a project for the week ahead is suggested. The booklet can be used with any of the three Catholiclectionary cycles and is designed for use with children through the pre­teen years.Format: Booklet

Pages: 96

ISBN: 978­1­59471­421­4

Imprint: Ave Maria Press

$3.40

John Paul II’s Biblical Way of the CrossIn 1991, Pope John Paul II introduced a new Bible­based interpretation of the Stations of the Cross. Thisdevotional guide invites readers to prayerfully walk in solidarity with Jesus on his agonizing way of thecross—from his last torturous moments in the Garden of Gethsemane to his death and burial.Now with full­color station images from previously unpublished paintings by Michael O'Brien, this bookletcreates an ideal resource for individual or group devotional use, particularly during the Lenten season.Format: BookletISBN: 978­1­59471­128­2Imprint: Ave Maria Press$2.85

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Lent and Holy WeekLent and Holy Week opens the writings of Thomas Merton in easily digestible pieces and eloquently pairsthem with the words of other great spiritual thinkers. Designed for use in new or existing small groupsbetween Ash Wednesday and Easter, this booklet offers readers an accessible introduction tocontemplative dialogue and is built around eight compelling Lenten themes:

Week of Ash Wednesday: Where Do We Turn for Forgiveness? First Week of Lent: Living More Deeply in Christ Second Week of Lent: A Season for Compunction and Tears Third Week of Lent: In All Things, Always Seeking God Fourth Week of Lent: Choosing with Christ to Love the World Fifth Week of Lent: In the Service of Peace through Humility and Prayer Holy Week: Returning to the Source of Our Unity in Christ The Resurrection of the Lord: Liberated to Redeem the World

Format: BookletISBN: 978­1­59471­204­3Imprint: Ave Maria Press$6.95

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