The Twelve Apostles

The Twelve Apostles 978-0-88942-520-7

The Twelve Apostles is an ideal gift for a child's First Holy Communion.
> The St. Joseph Picture Books Series is intended to help teach the basics of the Catholic Faith to children in an enjoyable manner. The books in the Series deal with one or more of the following themes: (1) the teachings of the Church, (2) the Christian way of life, and (3) our Catholic worship (including both public and private prayers and devotions). Each book also carries the Imprimatur, assuring that the contents are in line with Church teaching.

Among the features of this book:

• Short introduction explaining how and why Jesus chose the Apostles
• Full-color illustration of each Apostle
• Short and easy-to-read biography on each Apostle
• Feast days for each canonized Apostle, in accordance with the liturgical calendar of the Catholic Church
• Durable, sewn paperback binding
• High-quality paper
• Concluding prayer
• Conveniently sized at 5 1/2" X 7 ⅜" to accommodate little hands
• Budget-friendly price point
• Nihil Obstat
• Imprimatur

The Gospels give us a glimpse into the lives of the Apostles, but how did they serve God afterwards and whatever became of them? This beautifully illustrated and age-appropriate book by Rev. Jude Winkler, OFM. Conv. will begin your child's journey with the Apostles, inspiring them to become the saints God calls each of us to be. he Apostles each had a special mission after the death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus into Heaven to teach, baptize, and the spread the Good News of God's love and forgiveness. We receive insight into their lives by reading about the Apostles in the Gospels but how did they serve God afterwards and whatever became of them? This beautifully illustrated and age-appropriate book will begin your child's journey with the Apostles and encourage them to be a life-long learner. The lives of the Apostles come to life through the words and stunning illustrations, and it will give your child an education, inspiration and help transform them into the saint God calls each of us to be. The book ends with a prayer which encourages them to live the Catholic faith with the zeal and enthusiasm of the Twelve Apostles.

The Apostles who are covered in this title:

• Saint Peter
• Saint Andrew
• Saint James the Greater
• Saint John
• Saint Philip
• Saint Bartholomew
• Saint Matthew
• Saint Thomas
• Saint James the Lesser
• Saint Simon the Zealot
• Saint Jude Thaddeus
• Judas Iscariot
• Saint Matthias
• Saint Paul

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