The Sacraments Paperback - 2002

The Sacraments 978-0-89942-522-1

The Sacraments book is an ideal gift for a child's First Holy Communion.
The St. Joseph Picture Books Series is a magnificent series of religious books for children, superbly illustrated in full color and simply written, that will help all children to better understand the Catholic Faith. These books are ideal for home or school.

The St. Joseph Picture Books Series is intended to help teach the basics of the Catholic Faith to children in an enjoyable manner. The books in the Series deal with one or more of the following themes: (1) the teachings of the Church, (2) the Christian way of life, and (3) our Catholic worship (including both public and private prayers and devotions). Each book also carries the Imprimatur, assuring that the contents are in line with Church teaching.

Among the features of his book are:

• Brief and easy-to-read text on the sacraments
• Vibrant, full-color illustrations
• High-quality paper
• Durable, sewn paperback binding
• Conveniently sized at 5 1/2" X 7 ⅜" to accommodate little hands
• an introduction to the Sacraments and the actual graces they provide
• a brief explanation of each of the seven Sacraments

One of 101 titles in the St. Joseph Picture Book Series, this book by beloved author Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. teaches children about the seven Sacraments in simple, easily understandable language. The Sacraments are actions of God through which He shows us the love He has for us, His sons and daughters. All of the sacraments have been created (instituted) by Him, and that's why it's He who performs them through different means and through the ordained minister. Sacraments are a tangible way God expresses this grace for us. They are a sign of Jesus' presence in our lives

Why did He God the sacraments to us? To give us grace along with His love, the necessary strength to fight against and through the difficulties of life. From Baptism to Confirmation to Marriage to the Anointing of the Sick, God and His Church desires to be with us during every stage of our development. Of course, that is, if we have a positive disposition and attitude that desires to please God. The celebration of the Eucharist is the 'source and summit' of our Catholic worship and the celebration is rooted in Sacred Scripture when Jesus says, "Take this, all of you, and eat of it, for this is My Body, which will be given up for you." Children will enjoy the colorful pictures included for each sacrament and adults may be reacquainted with the Sacraments as they share the Good News of Jesus' love as parents and grandparents, aunts and uncles. A perfect gift for young Catholic who are making their First Communion and a beautiful introduction to the seven Sacraments.

Topics covered in this title include:

• There Are Seven Sacraments
• We Receive Special Grace in the Sacraments
• The Sacrament of Baptism
• The Sacrament of Confirmation
• The Sacrament of Penance or Reconciliation
• Examining Our Conscience
• Sorrow for Our Sins
• The Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist
• The Mass - In Memory of Jesus
• Jesus - Our Greatest Gift to God
• Jesus - God's Greatest Gift to Us
• Jesus Is Always with Us
• The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick
• The Sacrament of Holy Orders
• The Sacrament of Matrimony
• The Sacraments as Gifts