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How to Practice Lectio Divina - Jackson
Looking for a simple walkthrough for Lectio Divina? Jackson shows you how to pray with scripture using steps featured in The Catholic Youth Bible. Use this guide for youth group, religious ed classes, retreats, group prayer, personal prayer, and more!
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How the Old Testament Relates to the New Testament
Jackson uses The Catholic Youth Bible to explain how the Old Testament prepared us for the coming of Jesus, and how New Testament authors incorporated this into their writings to show how this was seen.
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How the Bible is Organized
Jackson helps explain how the Bible is organized, and what kind of books are in it using The Catholic Youth Bible from Saint Mary's Press.
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Explore with the CYB Reading Plans
Now that you're learned how to look up a Bible verse, Tiahna will show you how to dive deeper with reading plans in The Catholic Youth Bible. Explore women of the Bible, men of faith, psalm themes, verses that help …
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How to Find a Bible Verse
Learn how to look up a verse in the Bible! Tiahna shows you how easy it is to find the right passage of scripture with The Catholic Youth Bible from Saint Mary's Press.
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Five Critical Changes Needed in your Ministry as you Plan the Return To “Normal”
As you continue to explore what it means to reopen church life, it may be tempting to simply adjust calendars and schedules and move forward, doing things “the way we’ve always done them.” Instead, what might it mean for parish …
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Ask for Mary's Help
Mary had a special role in God’s plan. As faithful and holy mother to the whole Church, Mary sympathizes with our needs and concerns and brings them before God. This prayer-focused Challenge, taken from The Catholic Youth Bible, will help …
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Helpful Resources for Schools Reviewing Discover
For Principals and Teachers Please share this link with the teachers of grades 1–5. Just click on the grade level of your choice. These samples may also be printed. If you don’t have The Catholic Children’s Bible on hand, the …
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Helpful Resources for Parishes Reviewing Discover
https://pages.smp.org/parish/discover/discover-finding-faith-in-life-parish-resources
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Young People are Looking For Trusted Guides
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Luy36IHVRZ8
When guiding young people, the data suggests that it's more important to have a relationship and personal impact rather than a program alone. In this video, Dr. Josh Packard shares some insight into how to be a trusted guide in a young person's life, and why that's such a big deal.
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Social Distancing Heightens Feelings of Isolation and Loneliness in Young People
A new survey by Springtide™ Research Institute found that for many young adults, sheltering in place and social distancing evoke fear and uncertainty, leading to increased levels of isolation, loneliness, and anxiety. The survey found that the single most important …
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Reviewing Go Seek Find? Start here!
For DREs: Online Director's Manual Reconciliation and Eucharist Program Overview Confirmation Teacher Guide (includes Program Overview) Go Seek Find Catechist Instructional Video SAVE when you purchase both Go Seek Find and Discover! Digital Samplers: Reconciliation Chapter 1 Sampler Chapter 1 …
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Discover! Using the Home Guides
Home Guide instructions for families: To access your Home Guide, click the appropriate grade level: Grade 1 Home Guide Grade 2 Home Guide Grade 3 Home Guide Grade 4 Home Guide Grade 5 Home Guide Click on the DOWNLOAD PDF icon at …
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Discover! Home Guide Training Video
Help parents easily transition to using Discover! at home with this step-by-step guide. Home Guides are available for download/printing here: Grade 1 Home Guide Grade 2 Home Guide Grade 3 Home Guide Grade 4 Home Guide Grade 5 Home Guide
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Practical ideas for checking in with young people
(beyond “Did you get your homework done?”) These resources can be used as ideas for teachers to keep in touch with students in need of home learning activities: Worksheet: Interviewing an Adult Who Has a Personal Relationship with …
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Worksheets that can be done independently
These self-directed worksheets can be used for students in need of home learning activities: Print/questionnaire: Who Is Your God? (Possible definitions of God) Print/Letter writing: A Letter to God Print/Scripture based: New Testament Images of Church Print: My Responses to …
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Kids' Liturgy
As families navigate challenges such as the closure of schools and suspension of Masses in many dioceses, we would like to offer free access to Kids’ Liturgy, our Children's Liturgy of the Word program.
Parents can log in using any internet-connected device (phone, tablet, computer) and engage children in music, a gospel reading, an active and engaging reflection, and prayer.
By presenting the Word in a format and language that children can understand, we can continue strengthen their faith and enliven the whole church community—even as we are apart. This way, children will have an authentic prayer experience that allows them to actively engage in the liturgy, while being rooted in Catholic liturgical principles and practices.
To access Kids' Liturgy:
1. Go to https://mlearn.smp.org
2. Copy/paste the following login information:
Username:
Password:
* This is a universal login. Please DO NOT change the password!
Also, ensure that the password doesn't have any extra spaces (if you run into trouble logging in).
You can also watch the free video walkthrough of a Kids’ Liturgy session here:
*** Kids’ Liturgy is consistent with the liturgical components and general principles set forth by the Congregation for Divine Worship (USCCB).
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Daily Journal Thoughts & Prompts
These ideas can be used as reflections or journal prompts for students in need of home learning activities: Printed worksheet: O Lord, You Have Searched Me and Known Me (Psalm 39) Journal questions: Journaling on Discipleship Journal Questions: Where Am …
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Reading and Essay Prompts
These articles can be used as assigned readings or essay prompts for students in need of home learning activities: What's God Like? (the many images of God) My God Is Still Working (God's mercy and promise) Names and Images of God (Reflect …
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Discover the Saints: St. Joseph
St. Joseph is the foster father of Jesus and the husband of Mary. You can share this with your families or use it in your classroom to celebrate the Solemnity of St. Joseph. You can find more resources like this …
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Prayer Bracelets
Stay connected to friends and families, those in nursing homes, or other isolated individuals by creating prayer bracelets. Select a meaning for each color of bead to make the bracelets and create a card explaining the meaning of the colors you select.
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Creative Cards
Stay connected during your time at home! Send a creative and sentimental card to the sick or those family and friends we’re separated from during this time (just be sure not to lick the envelopes! Moisten with a damp cloth to seal).
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Coloring Page: Mary Trusts God
This resource comes from The Catholic Children's Bible Coloring Book. Learn more here.
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Uncovering Discover! "How does Discover! add excitement and ease for catechists?"
In this video, Steven Ellair talks about how Discover! Finding Faith in Life is designed to set volunteer catechists (and teachers!) up for success as they lead children through faith formation.
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Uncovering Discover! “How does Discover! empower parents?”
In this video, Steven Ellair addresses the need for parent involvement in religious education and how Discover! Finding Faith in Life helps parents engage with their children's faith, and their own.
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3 Ways to Maximize Learning for Kids!
If you are having trouble viewing the PDF, click the >> icon and select "Presentation Mode" or "Download."
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Tour Booklet - Live Jesus in Our Hearts
(NOTE: If you are having trouble viewing, click the >> symbol and select "presentation mode" or "download.")
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Mesothelioma Justice Network
https://www.asbestos.net/asbestos/recycling/
Our mission is to be the leading online resource for victims suffering from asbestos-related diseases.
Up until the 1980's, asbestos was thought to be the perfect construction material. Asbestos made products lighter, stronger, fireproof and thermally stable. This staple ingredient was plentiful, easy to work with and inexpensive to purchase. Mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos which can be found in many homes and buildings due to its widespread use throughout the 20th century. There is currently no ideal way to get rid of asbestos. The deadly health risks that have been proven to occur with exposure should be taken seriously when asbestos is suspected.
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Discover! Online Director's Manual (School)
This is the Online Director's Manual for Discover! Finding Faith in Life (school edition).
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"Come, Lord Jesus" Advent Prayer
(To download or print this prayer service, click the >> symbol at the top right corner of the window)
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"Epiphany Blessing" Prayer
(To download or print this prayer service, click the >> symbol at the top right corner of the window)
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"Be-a-Servant" Stars Craft
(To download or print this activity, click the >> symbol at the top right corner of the window)
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Inspire! Advent 2019 Bonus Digital Edition
(To download or print this special, digital-only issue of Inspire!, click the >> symbol at the top right corner of the window)
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4 Ways to Create More Meaning with Children Using Engaged Learning
With Discover! Finding Faith in Life for schools! Engaged learning occurs when we use methods that encourage children to actively participate in the process of learning. When this occurs, children interact with the lesson goals in creative ways, collaborate with …
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Who Am I? (Communion of Saints Activity)
Help children learn more about the Communion of Saints (perfect for an All Saints Day celebration) using the Who Am I? activity and Core Teaching elements from Discover! Finding Faith in Life (grade 3, chapter 12). This activity, perfect for …
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Discover! How parents can use Discover! Finding Faith in Life at home!
How do I strengthen my family’s faith at home? In this video Maureen Provencher walks you through how to unpack the lesson at home and enrich your family's faith development, together, using Discover! Finding Faith in Life! Are you interested …
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Bible Timeline Poster - Catholic Children's Bible
Enjoy this free poster, featuring the Bible History Timeline from The Catholic Children's Bible! The Catholic Children's Bible inspires and empowers children to read, understand, and love the Word of God. Learn more and request a free review copy here!
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Parent Gifts, Talents, Skills, and Interests (Checklist)
A checklist to record parents’ gifts, talents, skills, and interests that may match faith formation program needs. (Click the Word icon to download)
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Faith Formation Program Needs (Inventory)
An inventory of faith formation program needs to help identify opportunities for parents to be involved in small and great ways. (Click the Word icon to download)
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Being Peacemakers
We are disciples of the Prince of Peace. Explore and be inspired by real people responding to conflicts in creative ways that build lasting peace. 1. Provide your group access to Pursuing Peace, our new online social learning micro-course. To …
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Following Jesus' Way of Nonviolence
We are disciples of the Risen Christ. We live in the light of the Paschal Mystery flowing from Jesus’ nonviolent stand against evil and his passionate commitment to love. We must help each other resist the world’s despair, anger, and …
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We Are Easter People
As Jesus’ disciples, we live in the Kingdom of God present in our world but not yet fulfilled. We are called to participate in God’s Kingdom through Jesus’ Paschal Mystery by living and loving as he did. 1. Begin with …
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Divorce and Beyond Facilitator Guide
What Is Divorce and Beyond? This program Is a self-help group. That means there are no "leaders," "teachers," "counselors" or "healers." The main responsibility for what happens during the ten recommended sessions rests with the group itself. Some information is …
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Visio Divina (The Upper Room)
https://www.upperroom.org/resources/visio-divina
Visio divina invites the viewer into "divine seeing." Visio divina shares roots with the ancient practice of lectio divina. A prayerful consideration of and interaction with a photograph in the magazine, icon, piece of art, or other visual representation allows the viewer to experience the divine in a unique and powerful way.
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5 Steps to a Successful Socratic Seminar
https://minds-in-bloom.com/5-steps-to-successful-socratic-seminar_29/
In this blog post from Minds in Bloom, Erin from Creative Teacher’s Classroom outlines five steps to running a successful Socratic seminar in your classroom.
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Socratic Seminar Teaching Strategy
https://www.facinghistory.org/resource-library/teaching-strategies/socratic-seminar
In a Socratic Seminar activity, students help one another understand the ideas, issues, and values reflected in a text through a group discussion format.
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Images of Biblical Characters
https://www.freebibleimages.org/
Free Bible Images offers image sets featuring biblical characters and stories.
Click above to access this online resource for Live Jesus in Our Hearts: Revelation and the Old Testament.
Revelation and the Old Testament is the first semester course in the new high school series Live Jesus in Our Hearts. This series takes a fresh approach to the Framework outline, bringing in new themes such as in-depth use of scripture, extensive online resources, and an invitational, evangelizing approach.
Are you interested in seeing how we're reframing framework? Learn more about Live Jesus in Our Hearts!
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WikiArt
WikiArt's primary goal is to make world’s art accessible to anyone and anywhere. WikiArt already features some 250.000 artworks by 3.000 artists, localized on 7 languages. These artworks are in museums, universities, town halls, and other civic buildings of more than 100 countries. Most of this art is not on public view. WikiArt is planning to cover the entire art history of the Earth, from cave artworks to modern private collections.
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Olga's Gallery on FreeArt
"Olga's Gallery" on FreeArt is one of the largest and most comprehensive online art collections. On these pages you will find over 15,000 paintings.
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Discover! Finding Faith in Life Scope & Sequence
https://www.smp.org/media/uploads/flipbook/25/flipbook/index.html?page=1
In this booklet, you'll be able to easily see the Scope & Sequence for each grade in Discover! Finding Faith in Life.
Would you like to download a PDF? You can do that here.
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Unit 1 Reading Guide
Click below to download the Unit 1 Reading Guide for Live Jesus in Our Hearts: Revelation and the Old Testament. Revelation and the Old Testament is the first semester course in the new high school series Live Jesus in Our …
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A New Approach to Scripture & Framework Webinar (recorded)
https://vimeo.com/showcase/6908029
Over the past ten years we’ve heard one consistent concern about the bishops’ high school curriculum framework: “Where’s the Scripture?!”
In our framework series, Live Jesus in Our Hearts, Saint Mary’s Press responds to this concern with an innovative approach.
In this webinar, Julie Mickler and Ivy Wick showed how we do that.
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The Relationship between the Old and New Testaments
Christians understand the Old Testament as preparing us for the coming of Jesus Christ. The authors of the New Testament incorporated Old Testament texts in their writings to demonstrate how this is seen. This handy guide is found in The …
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Grade 3 Home Guide - Chapter 11
A sample home guide for Discover! Finding Faith in Life Grade 3, Chapter 11
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Discover! Online Director's Manual (Parish)
This is the Online Director's Manual for Discover! Finding Faith in Life (parish edition).
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Discover Grade 5 Spanish Family Pages
Printable Family Pages in Spanish for use with grade 5 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 5 Keywords
Glossary of keywords for use with grade 5 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 5 Video and Music Resources
Optional videos and music for use with grade 5 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 5 Parish Handouts
Printable handouts for use with grade 5 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life - Parish
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Discover Grade 4 Spanish Family Pages
Printable Family Pages in Spanish for use with grade 4 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 4 Keywords
Glossary of keywords for use with grade 4 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 4 Video and Music Resources
Optional videos and music for use with grade 4 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 4 Handouts
Printable handouts for use with grade 4 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 3 Spanish Family Pages
Printable Family Pages in Spanish for use with grade 3 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 3 Keywords
Glossary of keywords for use with grade 3 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 3 Video and Music Resources
Optional videos and music for use with grade 3 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 3 Handouts
Printable handouts for use with grade 3 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 2 Spanish Family Pages
Printable family Pages in Spanish for use with grade 2 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 2 Keywords
Glossary of keywords for use with grade 2 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 2 Video and Music Resources
Optional videos and music for use with grade 2 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 2 Handouts
Printable handouts for use with grade 2 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 1 Spanish Family Pages
Printable Family Pages in Spanish for use with grade 1 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life.
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Discover Grade 1 Keywords
Glossary of keywords for use with grade 1 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Discover Grade 1 Video and Music Resources
Optional videos and music for use with grade 1 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life.
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Discover Grade 1 Handouts
Printable handouts for use with grade 1 of Discover! Finding Faith in Life
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Live Jesus in Our Hearts Visual Tour
We’re so excited to show you Live Jesus in Our Hearts! This guided tour booklet will take you on a journey through this all-new high school curriculum. Check out Live Jesus in Our Hearts to learn more about how we're …
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Discover! Finding Faith in Life: Scope and Sequence
Explore the full Scope and Sequence In this booklet, you’ll be able to see the Scope and Sequence for each grade in Discover! Finding Faith in Life. See the ways we’ve incorporated deep dives into Scripture, Church teaching, liturgy, morality, …
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Discover! Finding Faith in Life: Take the Tour
Grab your sample and join us as we walk you through Discover! Finding Faith in Life. We hope you love this brand new approach to faith formation for grades 1-5. Do you have questions? Your Ministry Care Team is ready …
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Discover! Finding Faith in Life Family Page
How can I involve my families further in their children's faith formation? This family page, taken from Chapter 19 in Grade 3 of our brand new faith formation program Discover! Finding Faith in Life, is a great example–together families can …
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Go Out Into All the World!
What can I do to help my children become joyful disciples? This article suggests five ways we can help create disciples that live and breathe their faith in everyday life. So let’s dive in! We're launching a brand new approach …
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5 Action Steps to Teach and Reach Children (and their Parents)
What kind of effective pedagogy will help the children in your parish to learn and live their faith joyfully and lovingly? This article suggests five action steps of such an effective pedagogy in nurturing faith in your parish faith formation …
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4 Ways to Create More Meaning with Children Using Engaged Learning!
How do I create more meaning with children? How can I involve their parents? What's engaged learning? We're launching a brand new approach to faith formation for Grades 1–5. There's so much to be excited about—where children learn, love and …
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As Easy as A, B, C: Inspiring a Love of the Bible (and God!) in Children
In this guide, you’ll discover new ways of inspiring a love of the Word of God in your children. Like you, we seek to help children discover and fall in love with Jesus. Are you interested in reaching the help …
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Celebrating with the Saints
A printable handout for "Celebrating with the Saints" from We Pray as One.
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The Psalms & The Environment for Prayer
A printable handout for "The Psalms" and "The Environment for Prayer" from We Pray as One.
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What is This Thing Called Prayer?
A printable handout for "What is This Thing Called Prayer?" from We Pray as One.
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The Liturgical Year (2019)
A printable handout for "The Liturgical Year (2019)" from We Pray as One.
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The Catholic Children's Bible
Enjoy this free poster, featuring artwork from The Catholic Children's Bible! The Catholic Children's Bible inspires and empowers children to read, understand, and love the Word of God.
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22 Ready Made Prayer Services: Marian Prayer
Marian Prayer Taken from 22 Ready Made Prayer Services
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22 Ready-Made Prayer Services: Walking with the Poor
Walking with the Poor Taken from 22 Ready-Made Prayer Services
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Prayer Service for Ordinary Time: "The Body of Christ"
Save 25% on our favorite Prayer Resources, through October 22, 2018. SHOP NOW > Prayer Service for Ordinary Time: "The Body of Christ" Taken from Seasonal Retreats and Prayer Services for Young Adolescents
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Bring Forth Hope; week 6
Save 25% on our favorite Prayer Resources, through October 22, 2018. SHOP NOW > From Bring Forth Hope: Pope Francis Speaks to the Youth of the World
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Bring Forth Hope; week 4
Save 25% on our favorite Prayer Resources, through October 22, 2018. SHOP NOW > From Bring Forth Hope: Pope Francis Speaks to the Youth of the World
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The Catholic Youth Prayer Book
Save 25% on our favorite Prayer Resources, through October 22, 2018. SHOP NOW > Opening and Closing Prayers From The Catholic Youth Prayer Book
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Catholic Youth Prayer Book excerpt
Save 25% on our favorite Prayer Resources, through October 22, 2018. SHOP NOW > Prayers for night as well as Prayers for Life events From The Catholic Youth Prayer Book
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Minutes of Grace; March 12
Save 25% on our favorite Prayer Resources, through October 22, 2018. SHOP NOW > Taken from Minutes of Grace: Heart-to-Heart Prayers by Teens
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Minutes of Grace; March 11
Save 25% on our favorite Prayer Resources, through October 22, 2018. SHOP NOW > Taken from Minutes of Grace: Heart-to-Heart Prayers by Teens
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Opening and Closing Prayers for September 15: Our Lady of Sorrows
SHOP NOW > Taken from Opening and Closing Prayers for the Liturgical Year
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Opening and Closing Prayers for September 14: The Exultation of the Holy Cross
Taken from Opening and Closing Prayers for the Liturgical Year
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The Catholic Youth Bible, 4th Edition Maps Key
<p>The Catholic Youth Bible, 4th Edition Maps Key</p>
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Jesus on Leadership
As Christians we are called to follow the example of Jesus in the ways that we live. That call includes the way we use our gifts and talents in leadership roles. This session invites the participants to reflect on the …
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eBooks Personal Purchase Instructions
Instructions for purchasing eBooks from Saint Mary's Press. Find Saint Mary's Press eBooks online.
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eBooks School Purchase Instructions
Instructions for accessing eBooks your school or parish has purchased for you. Find Saint Mary's Press eBooks online.
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The Catholic Youth Bible® Guided Walkthrough
We’re so excited to show you The NEW Catholic Youth Bible®! This guided tour booklet will take you on a journey through The Catholic Youth Bible®, 4th edition. Settle in, break open the Word, and let’s dive in! This new …
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Called to Mercy Gathered Session 1 - Bilingual
<p>This powerpoint can be used for Called to Mercy's Gathered Session 1. It provides information for Confirmation candidates and parents in both English and Spanish. You can download and personalize it with information and images specific to your parish.</p>
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Prayer Service for Those Affected by DACA
This prayer service, prepared by Br. Kevin Brutcher, was created in response to the USCCB's statement on the reversal of DACA. May it be of support to you in your important work on behalf of the Gospel.
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Prayer Service for Solidarity
This assembly-wide prayer service can be used in on its own or in conjunction with the free Solidarity Experience eLearning course.
