Loyola Kids Book of Heroes Stories of Catholic Heroes and Saints throughout History

Ages 8-12

In this book of saints for kids, best-selling author Amy Welborn tells the stories of devoted Christians, including Mother Teresa, Dorothy Day, and John the Baptist, who made significant contributions to people and the world around them. Throughout Loyola Kids Book of Heroes, Welborn introduces Christian role models who exemplify the seven virtues—faith, hope, charity, temperance, prudence, fortitude, and justice—and helps children grow in their love and admiration for the saints. Colorful illustrations and a delightful storytelling style bring to life these stories of saints for kids.

CONTENTS

Introduction: Who's Your Hero?

I. Faith

• Introduction: Jesus Is Born
• John the Baptist: A Hero Prepares the Way
• Early Christian Martyrs: Heroes Are Faithful Friends
• Medieval Mystery Plays: Heroes Make the Bible Come to Life
• St. Albert the Great and Others: Heroes Study God's Creation
• Sister Blandina Segale and Others: Heroes Work in Faith

II. Hope

• Introduction: Jesus Teaches
• Pentecost: Heroes on Fire with Hope
• Paul: A Hero Changes and Finds Hope
• St. Patrick and St. Columba: Heroes Bring Hope into Darkness
• St. Jane de Chantal and Others: Heroes Hope through Loss
• St. Mary Faustina Kowalska: A Hero Finds Hope in Mercy

III. Charity

• Introduction: Jesus Works Miracles
• Peter and John: Heroes Are Known by Their Love
• St. Genevieve: A City Is Saved by a Hero's Charity
• St. Meinrad, St. Edmund Campion, and Others: Heroes Love Their Enemies
• Venerable Pierre Toussaint: A Hero Lives a Life of Charity
• Rose Hawthorne Lathrop: A Hero Cares for Those Who Need It Most
• Blessed Teresa of Calcutta: A Hero Lives Charity with the Dying

IV. Temperance

• Introduction: Jesus Strikes a Balance
• Peter and Cornelius: Heroes Love Their Neighbors, No Matter What
• Charlemagne and Alcuin: Heroes Use Their Talents for Good
• St. Francis: A Hero Appreciates Creation
• Venerable Matt Talbot: Heroes Can Let Go
• Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati: A Hero Enjoys the Gift of Life

V. Prudence

• Introduction: Jesus Gives Us
• Leaders to Help Us Make Good Choices
• Paul and Barnabas at Lystra: Heroes See the Good in All Things
• St. Jean de Brébeuf: A Hero Respects Others
• Catherine Doherty and Jean Vanier: Heroes Bring New Ideas
• Venerable Solanus Casey: A Hero Accepts His Life
• Blessed John XXIII: A Hero Finds a New Way

VI. Fortitude

• Introduction: Jesus Is Crucified
• St. Stephen: A Hero Stays Strong in Faith
• Egeria: A Hero Takes a Journey
• Cathedral Builders: Heroes at Work
• St. Maria Goretti: Heroes Are Strong Enough to Forgive
• Cardinal Nguyen Van Thuan: A Hero Never Loses Hope

VII. Justice

• Introduction: Jesus Rises from the Dead
• The First Deacons: Heroes Bring Justice for the Poor
• St. Ambrose and Emperor Theodosius: A Hero Stands Up for Fairness
• The Jesuit Reductions: Heroes Offer Safety
• Blessed Julia Rodzinska and Others: Heroes Rescue Those in Danger
• Dorothy Day: A Hero Stands for Peace