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Sacred Space for Lent 2010

ISBN:9781594712227
Author(s): Various Publisher: Ave Maria Press

BOOK DESCRIPTION
The fourth edition of Sacred Space for Lent provides busy people a rich and thoughtful way to enter into the season of Lent. Sacred Space for Lent offers weekly themes, daily readings, and beautiful, relevant prayers. This portable and affordable resource is a great companion to the successful website, www.sacredspace.ie.

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Remember Me: Adult Book

ISBN:978RM2
Author(s): Brisbane Lenten Program Publisher: Brisbane Archdiocese

BOOK DESCRIPTION
The Lenten gospels for 2010 take us on a journey — from 'Jesus being led by the Spirit in the wilderness' (Luke 4:1) to his crucifixion. The last words spoken to Jesus are by a criminal close to death. His prayer to 'be remembered' echoes in our hearts as a universal need.

This resource will nourish and deepen our spiritual life as we journey to Easter 2010 and remember God's abiding love for each one of us. In the words of Henri Nouwen: 'We need a way of living in the Spirit by which all we are and all we do becomes a form of reminding — This is what is meant by a prayerful life; a life in which nothing is done, said, or understood independently of God.'

For each week of Lent, Remember Me provides: opening prayer; the Sunday Gospel; Gospel reflection; reflection and discussion questions; and closing prayer. 64 pages.

Remember Me: 2-CD Set

ISBN:978RMCD2
Author(s): Brisbane Lenten Program CDs Publisher: Brisbane Archdiocese

CD DESCRIPTION
Useful for group leaders and for individuals, these two CDs complement the book with audio recordings of the Introduction and for the six sessions: hymns for opening and closing prayers; gospel readings; scripture reflections; and guided meditations.

See detail in the description for the book above.

Every Day with Jesus: Children's Book

ISBN:EDJCB
Author(s): Brisbane Lenten Program Publisher: Brisbane Archdiocese

DISC DESCRIPTION
Excellent resource for leaders of Children’s Liturgy of the Word and teachers. Material for fourteen weeks: background section on the scriptures; creative reflections; group activities and discussion questions; prayers for each week; photocopiable material.

Face to Face with Jesus: Children's CD

ISBN:FFJCCD
Author(s): Brisbane Lenten Program Publisher: Brisbane Archdiocese

DISC DESCRIPTION
Disc contains two Adobe Acrobat files of the Resource for Children Aged 4-8 and Resource for Children Aged 9-12 (published 2004 – 96 pages). Each book has two sections for the fourteen weeks: Liturgy of the Word for Children; and Educational Resources. Extensive use of photocopiable worksheets.

Family Prayer Time Year C Book

ISBN:FPBC
Author(s): Brisbane Lenten Program Publisher: Brisbane Archdiocese

DISC DESCRIPTION
Simple and easy to use resource for families: Scripture stories for the Sundays of Lent, Holy Thursday and Easter Sunday; adult reflections; family prayers and rituals; discussion pointers; fun activities to do; guided meditations; prayer journal. Year C.

Family Prayer Time Year C CD

ISBN:FPCDC
Author(s): Brisbane Lenten Program Publisher: Brisbane Archdiocese

DISC DESCRIPTION
Audio recordings of the stories and meditations, plus PowerPoint bible stories for the children to use themselves on the computer. Year C.

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When Silence Falls—the Stations of the Cross reimagined

ISBN:9780879463908
Author(s): Anna Burke Publisher: ACTA Publications

BOOK DESCRIPTION
Useful for group leaders and for individuals, these two CDs complement the book with audio recordings of the Introduction and for the six sessions: hymns for opening and closing prayers; gospel readings; scripture reflections; and guided meditations.

See detail in the description for the book above.

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God Loves Us (No Matter What)—Lent 2010 for Families

ISBN:9781585957415
Author(s): Paige Byrne Shortal Publisher: Twenty-Third Publications/Bayard

BOOK DESCRIPTION
Paige Byrne Shortal offers sage advice to parents who want to make Lent more meaningful for themselves and their families, in spite of daily struggles and distractions. She especially focuses on the daily practices of fasting, almsgiving, and prayer in a manner accessible to real families. Each day she offers a thought on the gospel, an activity or challenge that brings the message home, and a warm and welcoming prayer.

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Living with Passion—Lent 2010

ISBN:9781585957798
Author(s): Fr Joe Sica Publisher: Twenty-Third Publications/Bayard

BOOK DESCRIPTION
Father Joe Sica offers upbeat and inspiring advice for getting 'passion' back into our lives, a passion for God, for life, and for sharing and caring for others. In each daily reflection he uses the words of Jesus as the starting point and invites us to reflect on them, to take action in daily ways, and to pray over them. His insights are refreshing and his actions and prayers are simple and do-able as part of each person's Lenten journey. Father Joe's enthusiasm is contagious!

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Called to be Holy—Lent 2010

ISBN:9781585957804
Author(s): Gwen Costello Publisher: Twenty-Third Publications/Bayard

BOOK DESCRIPTION
Gwen Costello shares a wealth of wisdom in "Called to be Holy, Reflections, Practices, & Prayers". She sees Lent as a time to reflect on the journey to holiness and how we approach God, Jesus, and the spiritual life in our day-to-day living. She offers warm and inviting reflections, a practical daily practice (virtues), and beautiful prayers to illustrate how we can be "set apart for God". She offers all adult parishioners a holy and wholesome spiritual experience for their Lenten journey.

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The Gift of the Cross: Lenten Reflections in the Holy Cross Tradition

ISBN:9781594712029
Author(s): Edited by Andrew Gawrych CSC Publisher: Ave Maria Press

BOOK DESCRIPTION
Priests, sisters and brothers of the Congregation of Holy Cross including current and past presidents of the University of Notre Dame, as well as pastors, teachers, and missionaries offer a daily Lenten meditation book based on the rich, vibrant spirituality of the Congregation. Like its companion book The Cross Our Only Hope: Daily Reflections in the Holy Cross Tradition, this accessible resource offers an affordable introduction to the themes of the Holy Cross spiritual tradition that is perfect for use in parishes, schools, and many other settings. The Spirituality of Holy Cross: Following on the success of The Cross, Our Only Hope, Drew Gawrych, C.S.C., presents a similar work, much smaller in size, that focuses solely on the season of Lent and Easter Week. Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C., President of the University of Notre Dame, and Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C. President Emeritus of the University of Notre Dame are among the Holy Cross priests, brothers, and sisters (including Marianites of Holy Cross) who share spiritual reflections that emerge from their ministry both in the U.S. and in their foundations around the world.

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Open Our Hearts: A Small Group Guide for an Active Lent, Cycle C

ISBN:9781594712425
Author(s): Donna Ciangio & Thomas Iwanowski Publisher: Ave Maria Press

BOOK DESCRIPTION
Lectionary-based and action-oriented, this dynamic six-week Lenten program links Catholics more deeply to the traditions of the Church and to their fellow parishioners. The pastoral expertise of Sr. Donna Ciangio, O.P. and Fr. Thomas Iwanowski enables Catholics to connect what they hear on Sunday to their daily activities during the rest of the week.

Guide your parishioners through the Lenten season with a program that is:

• Built on the Gospel: Meeting outlines provide the Sunday Gospel readings, thought-provoking commentary, conversation questions, prayer, activities, and suggestions for Christian living.
• Rooted in Church: The very structure of Open Our Hearts reveals its dependence upon the Body of Christ, and the Christian life that cannot be lived except in community.
• Focused on Mission: The conviction and commitment of the authors' work on behalf of the Kingdom of God comes through in every aspect of this timely project, which is both challenging and empowering.
• Lectionary-Based: Follows lectionary Cycle C.

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Lent: Daily Readings

ISBN:9781847301048
Author(s): Megan McKenna Publisher: Veritas Publications

BOOK DESCRIPTION
Megan McKenna, the well-known storyteller and popular author, walks with us through the forty days of Lent and Holy Week. In two handy volumes — Sunday Readings and Daily Readings — stories and reflections are available for all three liturgical cycles, showing us how to imitate Jesus, encouraging us to resist temptation and to find our strength in the Eucharist, the Word of God and prayer throughout the Lenten season. This book includes readings for each day of the week including Megan’s reflections as well as a brief story that illuminates the text.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Megan McKenna is an internationally known author, lecturer, retreat leader and spiritual director. She received her doctorate from the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, California, and has taught in Ireland, Asia, South America, the United States, Marshall Islands, Thailand, Philippines, and Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she currently lives. She is the author of more than thirty books, including And Morning Came—Scriptures of the Resurrection, Praying the Rosary, Send My Roots Rain, The New Stations of the Cross and On Your Mark. She is an Ambassador of Peace for Pax Christi, USA.

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Lent: Sunday Readings

ISBN:9781847300997
Author(s): Megan McKenna Publisher: Veritas Publications

BOOK DESCRIPTION
Megan McKenna, the well-known storyteller and popular author, walks with us through the forty days of Lent and Holy Week. In two handy volumes — Sunday Readings and Daily Readings — stories and reflections are available for all three liturgical cycles, showing us how to imitate Jesus, encouraging us to resist temptation and to find our strength in the Eucharist, the Word of God and prayer throughout the Lenten season. This book includes readings for each day of the week including Megan’s reflections as well as a brief story that illuminates the text.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Megan McKenna is an internationally known author, lecturer, retreat leader and spiritual director. She received her doctorate from the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, California, and has taught in Ireland, Asia, South America, the United States, Marshall Islands, Thailand, Philippines, and Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she currently lives. She is the author of more than thirty books, including And Morning Came—Scriptures of the Resurrection, Praying the Rosary, Send My Roots Rain, The New Stations of the Cross and On Your Mark. She is an Ambassador of Peace for Pax Christi, USA.

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Lent and Holy Week: Bridges to Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton

ISBN:9781594712043
Author(s): The Merton Institute for Contemplative Living Publisher: Ave Maria Press

BOOK DESCRIPTION
This small group resource invites participants to a spiritually rich and potentially life changing experience of Lent and Holy Week while offering an enticing entrée into the thought of Thomas Merton and the world of contemplative living.

Proven Process: The Bridges to Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton series is being widely used by small groups and individuals in a variety of settings. This booklet uses the same successful format, invites exploration of the great themes of Lent through the wisdom of Merton and eight other great spiritual writers.

For Small Groups: Designed for use in new or existing small groups from the week of Ash Wednesday through the celebration of Easter, Lent and Holy Week offers prayers, readings from Merton and other spiritual writers, and questions for contemplative dialogue built around eight compelling Lenten themes including: living more deeply in Christ, forgiveness, humility, and prayer.

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Learning Centers for Advent and Lent

ISBN:9781585956869
Author(s): Doris Murphy Publisher: Twenty-Third Publications/Bayard

BOOK DESCRIPTION
What a delightful and informative way for children and their families to learn about Advent and Lent, the two of the Church's most celebrated and significant liturgical seasons! Doris Murphy offers thirteen creative centers for learning about Advent, twelve for Lent, five for Holy Week, and eight seasonal centers for everyone in the parish. For Advent her topics include The Jesse Tree, the O Antiphons, The Church Year, Names for Jesus, and Mary the Mother of Jesus. For Lent, her topics include The Cross, Making Choices, Keeping the Commandments, Lenten Practices, Our Need for Change, and The Blessings of Jesus.

For Holy Week, she offers Symbols of Lent, The Last Supper, Stations of the Cross, Christ the Light, and Easter. These and all the learning centers offer children and their families the opportunity to experience the Church seasons in a unique, inviting, and fun learning environment. They have been successfully used in a variety of parishes, with excellent results, because they accommodate a variety of learning styles and offer a unique opportunity for adults and children to learn about these liturgical seasons together.

Ascent of the Mountain of God: Daily Reflections for the Journey of Lent (Hardcover)

ISBN:0939516284
Author(s): Edward Hays Publisher: Ave Maria Press

BOOK DESCRIPTION
In brief but powerful reflections for the 40 days of Lent, Father Hays has created a thought-provoking adventure, taking us on a sacred mountain climbing expedition—the mountain being a universal symbol of God's presence, the place of awe-inspiring encounters with God. Beginning on Ash Wednesday, we are led to successive heights on the way to the summit of the Easter Mystery. A rich collection of parables and stories, prayers and paradoxes for turning the challenge of the Lenten ascent into a joyful adventure.