A concise and enriching guide to the prayers every catechist teaches, this beautiful book by Janet Schaeffler, OP will be welcomed by catechists, religion teachers, prayer groups, and anyone seeking a deeper, more attentive prayer life. Beginning with a beautiful line-by-line reflection on the Our Father, Schaeffler examines ten prayers from the Catholic tradition, including the Hail Mary, the Memorare, the Act of Contrition, and even the Grace Before Meals. With background on each prayer’s origins, perspectives on their meanings in our lives today, thoughtful reflection questions, and practical suggestions for extending the prayers in the classroom and at home, she offers a path for anyone of any age to “listen for the comfort, and become aware of the challenge” of our great treasury of Catholic prayers.
Includes:
- The Our Father
- The Hail Mary
- The Glory Be
- Prayer to the Holy Spirit
- Grace before meals
- The Act of Contrition
- The Memorare
- The Angelus
- The Magnificat
- Acts of Faith, Hope and Love
Product Preview
Format: | Paperback book |
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Product code: | TT854641 |
Dimensions: | 5½" x 8½" |
Length: | 96 pages |
Publisher: |
Twenty-Third Publications
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1-2 copies | $11.39 each |
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3-9 copies | $10.87 each |
10-49 copies | $10.36 each |
50-99 copies | $10.10 each |
100+ copies | $9.71 each |
Author
Janet Schaeffler, OP—an Adrian Dominican Sister—has spent many years in parish and archdiocesan catechetical ministry (most recently as Director of Adult Faith Formation for the archdiocese of Detroit). The author of hundreds of articles and several publications in catechetical and parish ministry, her articles can be found in The Priest, Catechetical Leader, Catechist, Ministry and Liturgy, etc. Janet currently accompanies others on their faith-journey through days of reflection/retreats, parish missions, workshops, catechist formation opportunities, adult faith formation opportunities, Myers-Briggs explorations, and online courses.