Sourcebook for Sundays & Seasons, 1990 Edition, Cycle a

Religion & Spirituality

Peter Mazar

Christian Books & Bibles

Liturgy Training Publications

Over 1,000 entries accompany the reader on the journey through Lent. You'll find selections about conversion, repentance, renewal, rebirth, mystery, and eternity. Published by Liturgy Training Publications.

Lent: Lent I & Lent II

Colored leaves in September. Pumpkins in October. Pilgrims in November. Baby Jesus in December. Snowflakes in January. Hearts in February. Shamrocks in March. Bunnies in April. But why? Do you ever long for something a little different and think, instead, maybe I could. . . .? This amazing book will walk you through the school year, give you a crash course on the Church's year, and suggest customs you can use with children of all ages from Advent to Easter, fall to summer. You'll learn how to set up and decorate a classroom that will form your students in the tradition of biblical and liturgical images, as well as how to make spectacular bulletin board and table top displays. You'll also have an invaluable resource to turn to when questions arise. Peter Mazar is the author of the best-selling book To Crown the Year: Decorating the Church Through the Seasons. The wisdom and practicality of that book led teachers and catechists to ask if there was anything similar for them. This is it! A must-have for any teacher, catechist, classroom aide, principal, director of religious education, liturgy coordinator, and parish or school secretary. Published by Liturgy Training Publications.

School Year, Church Year: Customs and Decorations for the Classroom

Education & Teaching

Schools & Teaching

Here are all the characters--and then some--for building your own nativity scene! Each figure is yours to pop loose and set up as the days of Christmas unfold. There's the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. There's the stable with scampering mice and cooing doves that sit in the rafters. There's the ox and ass and a flock of sheep accompanied by shepherds and their faithful dog. There's an angel, of course, and a star. Epiphany's three holy kings, Caspar, Melchior, and Balthasar, are here too. And there are surprises--the Gospel's senior citizens, Anna and Simeon, who wait 40 days to meet their newborn Lord. This beautiful, full-color activity book (the pop-out figures are found inside) suggests eight occasions, from Christmas until Candlemas--a full 40 days--for using the figures to tell a portion of the nativity Gospels, like a puppet theater! The art of Gertrud Mueller Nelson and the sturdy pop-out figures truly bring the Christmas stories to life. Building your own Bethlehem is a wonderful way to keep the spirit of Christmas alive well into the new year--perfect for home or classroom, great for every age. Celebrate these Advent and Christmas stories at home or in the classroom:
The annunciation to Mary The birth of Jesus The coming of the shepherds The flight into Egypt The visit of the Magi And more!
Published by Liturgy Training Publications.

Build Your Own Bethlehem: A Nativity Scene and Activity Book for Christmastime

Gertrud Mueller Nelson

This comprehensive guide to decorating the worship space will assist you throughout the liturgical year, helping you to discover the signs of the season in nature, in Scripture, and in the living tradition of the liturgy. With helpful tips for decorating the altar, ambo and font, shrines and vestibules, and both indoor and outdoor gathering places, this practical resource will serve as an invaluable tool for decorating your parish year after year.

To Crown the Year: Decorating the Church through the Seasons, Second Edition