Book overview
Picture Book of Saints - Padded Hardcover Edition 978-89942-235-0
Picture Book of Saints is an excellent gift idea and a great educational resource for children seeking to know more about and follow the examples of these holy figures. Recommended for children ages 7 and up.
Picture Book of Saints by popular author Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D., recounts the lives of over 100 well-known Saints and Blesseds. Written in a straightforward, easy-to-understand style that will appeal to parents, teachers, and children, the life of each figure in this classic and enduring collection is beautifully illustrated in full color. Picture Book of Saints has been a favorite of Catholics for over sixty years and was expandedin 2015 to include sixteen of the Blesseds and Saints that have been beatified and/or canonized in the 21st century.
A short prayer accompanies the biography of each included figure. Picture Book of Saints is an excellent gift idea and a great educational resource for children seeking to know more about and follow the examples of these holy figures. Recommended for children ages 7 and up.
Among the features of this book are:
- Attractive presentation page
- Gilded Edges
- Printed Endpapers
- A short prayer accompanies the biography of each included figure
- Brief and easy-to-text and simple descriptions of each Saint
- Illustration of each Saint
- High-quality paper
- Durable, paperback binding
- Conveniently sized at 6" x 9" to accommodate little hands
- Nihil Obstat
- Imprimatur
- attractive padded hardcover
In the Apostles' Creed we say, "I believe in the communion of Saints." Saints are those who have attained Heaven and are praying for us, they are special heavenly friends who have shown us how to live and love like Jesus while they were on earth.
The lives of Saints play a vital role in the faith formation of Catholic children, offering them tangible examples of how to live a life rooted in love, virtue, and holiness. Saints are real people who overcame challenges, grew in their faith, and demonstrated heroic virtue, showing children that holiness is achievable in every walk of life. Their stories inspire young minds to strive for goodness, courage, and selflessness.
By learning about Saints, children gain a deeper understanding of Catholic values, such as compassion, forgiveness, and trust in God. The Saints' diverse backgrounds and missions--ranging from helping the poor to defending the faith--teach children that everyone has a unique role in God's plan. This instills a sense of purpose and encourages them to seek their own vocation.
Moreover, the Saints' lives often resonate with children in personal ways. For instance, young Saints like St. Th