Books by Sister Mary Kathleen Glavich, SND
Available from the respective publisher, local religious bookstores, or from her: www.sisterkathleen.com, or by e-mail at kglavich@ndec.org, 216-381-9105,
4237 Bluestone Rd., So. Euclid, OH 44121
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Jesus Is Our LIght: Advent for Kids 2010
This 32-page booklet from Twenty-Third Publications offers children fun and informative ways to prepare their hearts during the days of Advent. Delightful activities engage and inspire them to let Jesus be their light. The books can be ordered from Sister Kathleen at kglavich@ndec.org.
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Teaching Catechists to Pray: A Companion to The Catholic Way to Pray
Catechists are responsible for teaching prayer. This book provides DREs with abundant suggestions for teaching catechists how to teach a variety of prayer forms. In the process the catechists will deepen their own prayer life. Each chapter includes a list of activities to help catechists teach prayer. 280 pp. $19.95 (Twenty-Third Publications One Montauk Avenue Suite 200, New London, CT 06321, 800-321-0411 www.23rdpublications.com)
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The Catholic Companion to Jesus
This companion book gives an overview of Jesus from Scriptures, historical records, archeology, and modern scholarship. Its format is the same as the popular Mary book format: tidbits of information and quotations in the margins. Anyone who wishes to know more about Jesus will welcome this comprehensive compilation.(ACTA Publications 800-397-2282 www.actapublications.com) 356 pp. $15.95 |
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Prayer-Moments for Every Day of the Year, 2009 (Paulist Press, 997 Macarthur Blvd. Mahwah, NJ 07430, 800-218-1903 www.nedderpublishing.com)
A collection of mantras and how to pray them. These one-line prayers bring God close at times when you’re too tired, sick, or stressed to pray any other kind of prayer. 72 pp. $9.95 |
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Introducing Catholic prayer for RCIA Leaders, 2009, (Twenty-Third Publications, One Montauk Avenue Suite 200, New London, CT 06321, 800-321-0411 www.23rdpublications.com)
This book is a companion to The Catholic Way to Pray. It is a manual to help RCIA leaders teach catechumens and candidates how to pray. Besides explaining what prayer is and how to pray, the book offers stories to tell, activities, and answers to questions that aspiring Catholics might ask. This resource is a must-have guide for catechumenate programs. 216 pp. $19.95
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The Catholic Way to Pray: An Essential Guide for Adults, 2009, (Twenty-Third Publications, One Montauk Avenue Suite 200, New London, CT 06321, 800-321-0411 www.23rdpublications.com)
This is a book to jumpstart prayer life as a Catholic. It explains what prayer is, the forms of prayer, and how to pray. Catholic devotions, prayers, and a glossary are included. The book is highly recommended for all Catholic adults, especially catechumens. 112 pp. $9.95
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A Catholic Companion to the Psalms, 2008, (ACTA Publications,5559 W. Howard St., Chicago, IL 60640, 800-397-2282 www.actapublications.com)
The Psalms are the prayer-songs of Jesus and his Church. We pray and sing them at Mass and in the Prayer of Christians. This new book explains everything about the psalms: how they came to be, their purpose, poetry, meaning, and various ways to pray them. 125 pp. $9.95
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Prayer First! A New Agenda for Catholic Schools, 2008, (Twenty-Third Publications, One Montauk Avenue Suite 200, New London, CT 06321, 800-321-0411 www.23rdpublications.com)
For anyone who would like more confidence or fresh ideas in teaching prayer, this book is a great resource. It explains prayer and its different forms, suggests ways to create "a culture of prayer" within a school, has a glossary of prayer words, and offers loads of samples. The book is not limited to Catholic schools but can also serve PSR and home school programs. 154 pp. $14.95
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A Catholic Companion to Mary, 2007,(ACTA Publications, 5559 W. Howard St., Chicago, IL 60640, www.actapublications.com 800-397-2282)
This book presents Mary, the mother of God, as a flesh-and-blood woman whose faith was tested repeatedly and who, as our mother, cares about us. The story of her life is told using what research, theological study, and the experience of Catholics have revealed about her. The book covers Marian apparitions as well as devotions and prayers to Mary and has fascinating tidbits of information in the margins. Some groups are using this book for their book discussions.
176 pp. $9.95 |
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The Gift of the Anointing of the Sick: A Preparation Guide for the Sacrament, 2006,(ACTA Publications, 5559 W. Howard St., Chicago, IL 60640, www.actapublications.com 800-397-2282)
This book discusses the history and significance of this sacrament by which the Church supports and intercedes for the sick. It suggests how to prepare for it and explains the steps of the ritual. A question-and-answer section is included as well as prayers such as stations of the cross for the sick.
64 pages $4.95 |
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Gospel Theater for the Whole Community: 92 Plays for Education and Worship,(Twenty-Third Publications, One Montauk Avenue, Suite 200, New Longon, CT 06321, www.23rdpublications.com 800-321-0411)
Key Gospel events are in the form of short, easy-to-stage plays. Each play is accompanied by Background Notes about the event, directions, recommended props, and questions for before and after the play, a follow-up activity and a related prayer experience. They are perfect—educational and enjoyable—for any kind of faith formation sessions.This book originally appeared as the popular books Miracles and Parables and Acting Out the Gospels.
215 pages $29.95 |
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A Crash Course in Teaching Religion, (Twenty-Third Publications, One Montauk Avenue, Suite 200, New Longon, CT 06321, www.23rdpublications.com 800-321-0411)
This book covers all aspects of teaching religion: preparing a lesson, good discipline, using Scripture, prayer, stories, music, drama and writing; review games, discussions and more. It offers hundreds of practical tips and makes an excellent text for a methods course.
146 pages $14.95 |
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God's Angels, Our Friends: Stories and Activities for Grades 3 to 6, (E.T. Nedder, 7313 Mayflower Park Drive, Zionsville, IN 46077, files@tofg.con 1-888-247-3023)
Through a variety of activities that children love, this blackline master book explains who angels are and what they do. It contains stories about angels who appear in Scripture and in the lives of some saints and also teaches the prayers to angels.
44 pages $15.00 |
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A Pictionary of Lent: Facts and Activities from A to Z for Grades 3 to 6 (
Paulist Press, 997 Macarthur Blvd. Mahwah, NJ 07430, 800-218-1903 www.nedderpublishing.com)
Key terms related to Lent and the Holy Triduum are presented in alphabetic order. The children learn about them through puzzles and other fun activities. The pages contain pictures that can be used to make an Easter tree.
44 pages $15.00
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The Bible: God's Great Love Story--Stories and Activites for Grades 3 to 6, (Paulist Press, 997 Macarthur Blvd. Mahwah, NJ 07430, 800-218-1903 www.nedderpublishing.com))
In addition to an introduction to the Holy Bible, almost fifty stories from the Old Testament and New Testament are told and reinforced through games and puzzle that children love to do.
56 pages $15.00 |
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The Rosary (Paulist Press, 997 Macarthur Blvd. Mahwah, NJ 07430, 800-218-1903 www.nedderpublishing.com))
NEW! The Gospel on Beads for Children from Grades 2 to 6
The Rosary, which Mary encouraged us to pray when she appeared at Lourdes and Fatima, is making a comeback today. This book introduces children to this powerful prayer. They are taught how to pray it, when, and why. Each of the twenty mysteries (including the new Luminous Mysteries) has a page devoted to it. The book can be used as a workbook, or the pages can be duplicated. At the back of the book are flashcards for a game to remember the mysteries and their order. The book contains a wealth of activities that intrigue children: crossword puzzles, connect the dots, hidden pictures, word searches, scrambled words, coded words, and other puzzles. |
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The Confirmed Catholic's Companion: (ACTA Publications, 5559 W. Howard St., Chicago, IL 60640, www.actapublications.com 800-397-2282)
A Guide to Abundant Living
This is a "how to" manual for Catholics that explains all things Catholic, especially how to live the faith with commitment. The book is full of spiritual practices and traditions, tips for deepening one's personal relationship with Jesus, helps for reading and praying Scripture, and Catholic prayers and rituals. Interesting features include suggested Internet web sites, tidbits of information about the Catholic Church, and lists such as patron saints. The book helps confirmed Catholics-new and old-live their faith abundantly 24/7. |
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Catholic School Kids Say the Funniest Things, 2003 (Paulist Press, 997 Macarthur Blvd., Mahwah, NJ 07430 800-218-1903 )
(Available from Sister only)
True anecdotes from the classroom days of the Sisters of Notre Dame
$9.95 |
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The Gift of Holy Communion:, 2001 (ACTA Publications, 5559 W. Howard St., Chicago, Il 60640 www.actapublications.com 800-397-2282)
For Parents of Children Celebrating First Eucharist
$4.95
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The Gift of Reconciliation:
For Parents of Children Celebrating First Penance, 2002
$4.95
An explanation of the sacrament and suggestions for helping children prepare at home
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The Gift of Confirmation:
For Parents of Children Being Confirmed, 2003
$4.95
Practical suggestions for parents to help their children realize the importance of their confirmation. |
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The Gift of Confirmation for Sponsors, 2004
Pauline Books and Media (50 St. Paul's Ave. Boston, MA 02130 800-876-4463)
http://www.pauline.org/store/
$4.95
St. Therese of Lisieux:
The Way of Love, 2003
$5.95
Blessed Teresa of Calcutta:
Missionary of Charity, 2003
$5.95
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Saint Julie Billiart: The Smiling Saint, 2001 (Available from Sister only)
$5.95
St. Julie's life for 10 to 14 year olds |
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Leading Students into Scripture, 1998 (Twenty-Third Publications One Montauk Avenue, Suite 200, New Longon, CT 06321, www.23rdpublications.com 800-321-0411)
$12.95
Ways to teach students of all ages to read, pray, and understand the Bible
Leading Students into Prayer:Ideas and Sugeestions from A to Z (Unavailable)
$14.95
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Acting Out the Miracles and Parables, 1988 (Available from Sister only)
$14.95
Acting Out the Gospels, 1999 (unavailable)
$14.95
5-minute plays of Gospel stories; ideas for discussion, staging |
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Discipline Made Easy, 1994 (Available from Sister only)
$7.95
Techniques and tips for creating and maintaining good classroom discipline
The ABCs of Discipline-a 25-minute video of the book, 1999
$25.00 |
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Saints for Children, 1997 (Available from Sister only)
$9.95
A saint a month for intermediate grade children: story, activities
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Weekday Liturgies for Children: Creative Ways to Celebrate Year-Round, 1996
$29.95
A wealth of ideas for school liturgies |
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Saints for All Seasons (Eight-part video series approx. 15 min. each, intermediate)
$20.00
Sts. Martin, Lucy, Elizabeth Ann, Peter, Catherine of Siena, Francis, Joseph, Isidore |
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Voices: Messages in Gospel Symbols, 1987 (Available from Sister only)
$5.95
Reflections on various symbols in the Gospels: bread, wood, wine, stone, nets, etc. |
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Catholic Family, Catholic Home, 2000
$7.95
Ways for parents to raise their children Catholic
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The Bible Way to Prayer:
God's 800 Number for Everyone, 2000 (Available from Sister only)
$9.95
Numerous methods to pray using the Bible; prayer exercises |
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Loyola Press( 3441 Ashland Ave., Chicago, IL 60657 800-621-1008)
A Child's Bible, 1991
$3.50 |
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A Child's Book of Miracles, 1994; A Child's Book of Parables, 1994
$3.50
For preschool, primary grade children; simply told stories, beautiful art
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Handbook for Catholics, 1995
$3.50
Basics for youth, RCIA: glossary, prayers, time line, sacraments, rosary, stations |
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Saints Kit, 1994
$50.00
189 cards: pictures, stories and activities;
all the saints on the calendar and more |
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Knowing Jesus Kit, 1997
$50.00
Cards each with a facet of Jesus' life;
pictures and activities; junior and senior high |
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Saints and Feast Days:
A Resource and Activity Book, 2004
$24.95 |
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