religion & spirituality

An Introduction to Catholic Ethics

"This book introduces students to the fundamentals of Catholic moral theology. By presenting testimony from the lives of great Christians and many of the key concepts that inform the Catholic approach to morality, this book provides a framework for making authentic Christian choices"

101 Favorite Stories from the Bible

The parting of the Red Sea, David and Goliath, Jesus and the Samaritan woman, Lazarus being raised from the dead, these stories and many others form a solid foundation for children learning about the Bible for the first time. As children learn about their faith and hear these exciting stories, the Bible truly comes alive for them. The colorful illustrations included with each story will be loved by children of all ages and provide a solid image in children's minds to establish the reality of the stories. These timeless and absolutely true stories such as how Jesus loves the children and the day of Pentecost are loved by children the world over. After each story, you will find helpful questions to spur discussion and to help children commit them to memory. This colorful and delightfully fun book is an essential for any parent who desires to train their child in righteousness.

Faith: Developing an Adult Spirituality

Meeting the Living God

A completely revised edition of the book that has sold more than 70,000 copies for use in Catholic high schools. It tackles the "God problem" in terms that high school students can understand in their language and from the perspective of their culture. Witty, provocative and thoughtful, this book has been extremely successful as well in adult ed/parish education programs.

Eyes Wide Open: Avoiding the Heartbreak of Emotional Promiscuity

In our postmodern world, we are so driven by our emotions that in living for the moment we ve forgotten to guard our most precious treasure our hearts. Young people may not realize it, but acts that appear innocent such as e-mail and instant messages can entangle our emotions and lead the heart to places it should not go. Most people give their hearts away long before they give their bodies away, so it is imperative that young people learn the importance of emotional purity, how to avoid the steps that too often lead to a physical downfall and how to live pure lives. Like talking to a big sister who s gone before them, reading Eyes Wide Open will give young people the necessary keys for making decisions about purity, love and romance. She also shows them how to acquire a thirst for purity as they realize it is not just another rule, but a path that leads to a dimension of deep and fresh living where they can truly thrive.

Getting a Grip: The Heart of Anger Handbook for Teens

GET A GRIP! I M ANGRY! Got a problem with that? Maybe we do! Are you a teenager, and you ve got a lot of pent-up anger? Well, if you do, we DO have a problem with that because IT IS NOT BIBLICAL TO BE WALKING AROUND WITH A LOAD OF ANGER TOWARD YOUR PARENTS, YOURSELF AND EVERYONE ELSE! So, don t get angry read this book! In one of the most popular books on the subject, The Heart of Anger, author and counselor Lou Priolo tackled the tough problem of anger in young children; its causes and cures. Now, Priolo takes his years of experience and considerable skills in defusing anger in teenagers. This is a book designed for teenagers. It is meant to be read by teenagers. But Mom and Dad don t worry: We want you to read it, too! THIS IS THE BREAK-THROUGH BOOK YOU VE BEEN LOOKING FOR. IN IT YOU LL FIND HELPFUL TOPICS LIKE: Learning how to communicate properly How to maintain your cool when provoked How to manage your manipulating tendencies Using the appeal process How to handle rejection and hurt Undoing disrespect Plus, the author shows you how to journal your anger experiences to better understand why and how you get angry, and what you actually say when you are angry! Sure to be a classic, this book will put your life back on a God-glorifying track!

Experiencing the Heart of Jesus: Student Edition (Lucado, Max)

No person can make a lasting impact on others without first being impacted for life by the ultimate life-changer, Jesus Christ. The Experiencing the Heart of Jesus Student Edition is designed specifically for teens who desire to be touched in such a way by an unforgettable encounter with Jesus.

Experiencing the Heart of Jesus Student Edition is not a trendy, hip version of the original workbook. Teens don't need another book to test their Bible knowledge. They need to experience Jesus up-close in a Max Lucado way - to know Him, to understand what He truly feels for them, how He passionately loves and pursues them. By revealing the personality of Jesus, the Experiencing the Heart of Jesus Student Edition brings to life a message of love and acceptance many teens have never heard. In this study, author Max Lucado honestly invites young adults to step closer to Jesus.

Features include:

• 10 intimate chapters on the Person of Jesus Christ
• Weekly lessons that introduce young readers to a warm and personal relationship with Jesus
• Lots of room for journaling
• Encourages group study at school, church, or home

Fuel: Devotions to Ignite the Faith of Parents and Teens (Focus on the Family Books)

Finding ways to connect on a spiritual level with teens can be difficult. With these simple, 10-minute devotionals, parents can maximize their devotional time with their teens and prepare and equip them with the strong spiritual foundation they need. Written by youth expert Joe White, Fuel makes it easy and practical for parents to connect spiritually with their teens in just minutes a day.

It's a Jungle Out There (The Rani Adventures; Bk. 1) (The Rani Adventures Series : Vol 1) (The Rani Adventures Series : Vol 1)

Book One of the Rani Adventures begins with Ron Snell's birth as the eldest child of missionary parents living in the rainforests of Peru. Colorfully depicting what growing up in such surroundings was like, Snell has captured a wide-ranging audience ranging from homeschool children to senior citizens. "I wouldn't trade my childhood for any other," Snell writes. "Conceived in the Amazon rainforest, I learned to walk and talk among the Machiguenga Indians who, to this day, call me 'Rani'. "The 'Machis' were my first babysitters and friends. From them I learned to tie a house together, eat monkeys and macaws, and make dugout canoes. They laughed at my log rides down rampaging rivers and caught exotic pets for me. "Life was one great adventure after another. After all, what could be more fun than perching in thorn trees at night to escape a herd of stampeding pigs? "The Machiguengas adopted me and my family into theirs. As they touched our lives we discovered what it would cost us to touch theirs. "I hope this first book of the Rani Adventures will bring you laugher, tears and a new perspective on the old cliche: 'It's a jungle out there!' " The second edition (5 1/2 inches by 8 1/2 inches) is larger than the first edition (4 1/4 inches by 7 inches. You are currently viewing the larger, second edition.

Author Ron Snell, an American, grew up in a missionary's home in the rainforests in Peru. "I wouldn't trade my childhood for any other," he says in this first of three books in his popular Jungle Series. "Conceived in the Amazon fairforest, I learned to walk and talk among the Machiguenga Indians, who , to this day, call me 'Rani'. "The 'Machis' were my first babysitters and friends. From them I learned to tie a house together, eat monkeys and macaws, and make dugout canoes. They laughed at my log rides down rampaging rivers and caught exotic pets for me. Life was one great adventure after another. After all, what could be more fun than perching in thorn trees at night to escape a herd of stampeding pigs? "The Machiguengas adopted me and my family into theirs. As they touched our lives, we discovered what touching theirs would cost us. 'I hope this first book of the 'Rani Adventures' will bring you laughter, tears, and a new perspective on the old cliche; It's a jungle out there!"

Sword of the Spirit: A Beginner's Guide to St. Paul

Our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI has declared June 2008 June 2009, The year of St Paul. Life Teen wants to faithfully prepare you and your parish with our new paperback, Sword of the Spirit: A Beginners Guide to St. Paul. Written in concise and practical language, its ideal for both teens or adults. It offers the reader, a clear understanding of Catholic doctrine as outlined and exemplified through St. Pauls Letter to the Romans. Additionally, it offers overviews of each of St. Pauls epistles, a virtual tour of his missionary journeys, cross-references of Scripture and the Catechism, essential footnotes, suggested reference reading and thematic advice based upon the writings of the Church s greatest missionary.