This annual is used to guide children in schools and religious education in a daily service of communal prayer that follows the pattern of the Church’s Morning Prayer. It begins on Sunday, August 6, 2017 and goes through Friday, June 22, 2018. Scripture readings from the evangelist for the year have been selected to help children become familiar with important Scripture stories and themes. In addition there are prayers for before meals and at the end of the day, as well as prayer services for the liturgical seasons and special feasts, and reproducible prayer services for children to take home to their families to celebrate occasions when they are not in school.
Dozens of prayers for kids to use for every day, difficult days, and special days. What could be more important than giving our kids the tools to keep them connected to God? Kids are wired to have faith. And prayer is the way they (and we) make our bond with God strong. Kids don't need simplistic prayers. They need to be inspired to use the minds and hearts God gave them to speak specifically about every circumstance of life. Prayers include... A Mealtime Prayer - A Prayer to Start the Day - A Prayer to End the Day - Before You Read the Bible - When You are Sad - When You are Afraid - When You are Lonely - When You've Lost a Friend - When You Are Being Bullied - When You are Confused - When You Have Done Wrong - When You Accomplished Something Good - When Your Father is Not Doing Well - When Your Mother is Not Doing Well - When Someone You Love is Ill - On Your Birthday - To God Our Father - To Jesus the Son of God - To God the Holy Spirit - When Someone You Love Has Died - When Your Pet Is Ill - At Christmas Time - Thanks for Your Mother - Thanks for Your Father - Thanks For Your Family - Prayer for Faith - Prayer for Hope - Prayer for Love - Before Going to Church - When You Have to Say Sorry - About School - For the Beginning of the School Year - For the End of the School Year For ages 7 to 12, approximately. More info at www.BookOfPrayersForKids.com A word to the kid who has this book... Our great God in heaven loves every person he ever created. And he wants to hear from us! We can call out for God's help, thank God for good things, seek his love when we have done wrong. But sometimes we wonder how to pray. The 50 prayers here are for everyday use. Prayers to start the day, end the day, mealtime prayers, prayers for when we are ill, confused, lonely, or happy. Prayers for family, for friends, for school. And may others. Don't stick this book on a shelf! Put it in your backpack, beside your bed, at your dinner table-wherever you can reach for it! Use the prayers. Talk to God!
Jodie Berndt shows you how to make the Bible a book of prayers that can powerfully influence your children’s lives. You’ll discover how to pray specifically and expectantly for their faith, character, safety, relationships, and future. You’ll gain new, biblical perspectives on God’s purposes for your children. And through the encouragement of the Scriptures and true-life stories, you’ll find out what a huge difference your prayers really make in the lives of those you love most. Discover How to Pray God’s Will for Your Children’s Lives There’s no place like God’s Word to turn to when you want to pray confidently and effectively for your kids. “Prayers permeated with the Word of God bring about changes in our children and keep us in touch with God’s priorities. This is a wonderful resource that you will want to refer to over and over.” Fern Nichols, founder and president of Moms in Touch International “If I could choose only one book to help me pray for my children, this is it! Not only has Jodie given us a rich treasure of true stories, practical prayers, and relevant Scriptures for our children, but a surprise awaits! In reading this I found my own confidence if God growing. RUN and get this book for moms and grandmoms.” Susan Alexander Yates, author of How to Like the Ones You Love “I know of no one who can speak more authoritatively than Jodie Berndt on praying for your children. Every parent who wants their children to grow into godly men and women should read this book.
A Child's Guide to Prayer is a beautifully illustrated prayer book for Orthodox Christian children aged 5-10 who are just developing a habit of prayer. The selection includes morning and evening prayers, prayers during the day, at mealtimes, for family and friends, and prayers of and to the saints-along with psalms to pray and prayers that have to do with communion and confession. All the prayers were carefully selected by priests and youth workers to ensure their age-appropriateness. The 120-page guide also includes brief instructions on how to pray, why we pray, and a list of different ways to pray. The book concludes with several blank pages for personal prayer requests.
What is a saint? A saint is a holy person, someone who lived an extra-loving life on Earth and now is close to God in Heaven. The saints are close to us because they share God's great love for us. That is why we ask them for their prayers. They are our friends--friends want the best for us! Just like every person is different, every saint is also different. Each saint was an ordinary person with both strengths and weaknesses. Ordinary people become saints by using the gifts and talents God has given them to follow Jesus and to live according to the Gospel. In this book, you will read the stories of 30 saints. As you read about each saint, remember that you too are called to be a saint by following Jesus and loving God and others in your own original and unique way!
This annual helps to guide children in schools and religious education in a daily service of communal prayer that follows the pattern of the Church’s Morning Prayer. Scripture readings from the evangelist for the year have been selected to help children become familiar with important Scripture stories and themes. In addition there are prayers for before meals and at the end of the day, as well as prayer services for the liturgical seasons and special feasts, and reproducible prayer services for children to take home to their families to celebrate occasions when they are not in school.
Prayers to guide your journey of raising kids in a complicated world. In an age of distraction and overwhelm, finding the words to meaningfully pray for our children--and for our journey as parents--can feel impossible. Written with warmth and welcome, To Light Their Way gives voice to your prayers when words won't come. Filled with more than 100 modern liturgies, this book guides you into an intentional conversation with God for your children and the world they live in. From everyday struggles like helping your child find friends or thrive in school to larger issues like praying for a brighter world rooted in peace and truth, these pleas and petitions act as a gentle guide, reminding us that while our words may fail, God never does. At the core of To Light Their Way is the deepest of prayers: that our children will experience the love of God so deeply that their lives will be an outpouring of love that lights up the world.
Here are: - Beloved, traditional Catholic prayers- Original prayers that accurately reflect a youngster's daily concerns and experiences- A "how to" for offering his or her own prayers- The basics of the Catholic Faith: the Ten Commandments, Beatitudes, sacraments, corporal and spiritual works of mercy, and more- An age-appropriate "examination of conscience," and an introduction to the Mass and its major prayers.The Catholic Prayer Book for Children makes the perfect First Reconciliation of First Communion gift.This is the keepsake your child will keep.The prayers, lessons, and truths we never outgrow.
Sunday Prayer for Catechists invites catechists to develop a habit of personal prayer and reflection on the Word of God. This annual resource provides Gospel texts from the Sunday Lectionary and reflections that connect the message of Scripture to work with young people in order to help catechists to grow spiritually through their ministry. It covers every Sunday and Holyday of Obligation. This resource is a wonderful gift to present to catechists at the beginning of the year, at retreats, or on Catechetical Sunday. There is a dedication page in the front of the book that can be signed by the director of religious education or pastor to add a personal touch. Catechists can use this prayer resource throughout the year individually or in small groups to grow in faith as a result of their experiences leading young people. The low cost and bulk pricing make this gift a practical choice for parishes looking to do something to thank their catechists for their ministry.
Sunday Prayer for Teens provides a great way to support a teenager's prayer life throughout the year in a cost-effective manner. This resource helps high school teens get into a habit of prayer by providing the Sunday Gospel and a reflection directly linking the Gospel message to teenage life. It includes materials for every Sunday and Holyday of Obligation. Sunday Prayer for Teens is a great gift for teens in youth ministry or Catholic high schools. It can be used to mark special milestones like junior high or high school graduation, the first day of a new school year, or departure for college. This resource can be used by the teen on his or her own to develop a personal practice of prayer, or can be used to pray with groups such as classes, youth or campus ministry groups, retreat or service groups, or informal groups of friends.
