Toward Easter

Toward Easter
Author: Patrick Troadec
Publisher:
Total Pages: 217
Release: 2020
Genre:
ISBN: 9781949124255

"O God, who desirest not the death, but the repentance of sinners, in Thy goodness vouchsafe to bless these ashes which we purpose to put upon our heads in token of our lowliness and to obtain forgiveness: so that we who know that we are but ashes?may deserve to obtain from Thy mercy the pardon of all our sins, and the rewards promised to the penitent." - Meditation on Ash Wednesday.Fr. Troadec's best-selling series continues in this third book Toward Easter. Father uses the liturgy of the Lenten season to assist us in our daily prayer, meditation and spiritual growth.Each of the daily meditations covered in this book includes a:Quote taken from Scripture, the Mass, or the Spiritual Fathers.Meditation: A particular truth of the Faith and how it applies to us.Prayer: Two short daily prayers for the reader to choose from.Thoughts: Daily recollections that illustrate a profound point.Resolution: Three simple and practical resolutions.Anyone looking to draw closer to God through the liturgy of His Church while developing the habit of daily spiritual reading and meditation needs to read this series! It continues to be a wonderful and trusted aid for Catholics of any age or walk of life. A profoundly Catholic and truly practical guide to daily growth in holiness.

Reaching Toward Easter

Reaching Toward Easter
Author: Derek Maul
Publisher: Upper Room Books
Total Pages: 179
Release: 2011-11-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0835811581

Derek Maul beckons you to join him on a devotional pilgrimage through Lent. Imagine yourself sitting at the table with Jesus and his disciples. Walk with Jesus on the dusty path from Bethany to Jerusalem. Watch him closely and listen to his words of grace, hope, and challenge as he moves purposefully toward the Cross. Reaching Toward Easter features 49 daily devotions that include in-depth Bible study, personal stories, and prayers. Maul hopes that you will arrive at Holy Week refreshed rather than tired, inspired rather than discouraged, reflective rather than overwhelmed. By the time you reach Easter, your pilgrimage will have prepared you to live as an "Eighth Day Believer"—a true follower of Jesus. 8-week study for individuals or groups Includes a Leader's Guide

Journey to Easter

Journey to Easter
Author: Pope Benedict XVI
Publisher: Crossroad Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2006
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780824523824

Pope Benedict XVI offers believers a great Lenten blessing in this book containing a rich meditation on the meaning of Lent, the significance of the birth and death of Jesus Christ, and the meaning of Jesus in the life of Christians everywhere.

The Story of the Easter Robin

The Story of the Easter Robin
Author: Dandi Daley Mackall
Publisher: Zonderkidz
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2012-01-27
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0310424143

In the center of the nest lay one perfect egg, the color of a spring sky. The father robin sat on a branch nearby, guarding his family. Tressa spotted raccoon tracks below and a blue jay eyeing the nest. “Gran, how are we going to keep the egg safe?”“We’ll have to leave that one to the Creator,” Gran said.Robins have built a nest on the window ledge at Grandmother’s house! Tressa is thrilled—and concerned. What will happen to the sky-blue egg laid by the mother robin? As more eggs appear, Tressa witnesses the daily drama of the robins’ nest and learns how God cares for all creatures.Besides watching the birds, there are Easter eggs to color. And there is a very special story to hear—a tale of long ago about one small bird with a very big heart. How did the robin get its red breast? Tressa is about to find out as Gran tells her the story of the Easter robin.Brought to life with colorful, tender illustrations, The Story of the Easter Robin will captivate and teach your child about compassion and faith.

From Advent's Alleluia to Easter's Morning Light

From Advent's Alleluia to Easter's Morning Light
Author: Ann Weems
Publisher: Presbyterian Publishing Corp
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2010-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0664234917

Weems's lyrical poetry is a reminder of the importance of true discipleship. She challenges Christians to look past the ongoing distractions of the "busy work" of church meetings and socials, new programs and technology, and inevitable conflict, while reminding readers in her singularly expressive voice that the "institution" of the church is, at heart, quite simply all about Jesus. This collection of poems, written to be used in worship, in personal devotions, and in discussion groups, is organized to follow the liturgical year from Advent through Easter. Kneeling in Bethlehem In a style that is contemporary, reverent, and faith-filled, the poet offers a collection of meaningful poems reflecting on the Christmas season.

NIV, Once-A-Day 40 Days to Easter Devotional

NIV, Once-A-Day 40 Days to Easter Devotional
Author: Kenneth D. Boa
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 97
Release: 2013-02-05
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0310421349

Daily readings for Lent that will bring you closer to Jesus. As you read this powerful devotional during the Lenten season, you will experience spiritual growth through interaction with Scripture from both the Old and New Testaments. The readings in the NIV Once-A-Day 40 Days to Easter culminate in the Passion Week and Easter Sunday giving you a greater understanding of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus as you examine critical passion narratives in the Gospels. Through your interaction with these Lenten readings, you will be a joyful witness of God’s carefully orchestrated plan to redeem the world through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Written by Dr. Kenneth Boa, president of Reflections Ministries, each daily reading includes a: Scripture reading from the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV) Devotion Mediation that amplifies the Scripture passages Prayer

Here Comes Easter!

Here Comes Easter!
Author: Caroline Jayne Church
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 9
Release: 2010
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0545118166

A girl searches for five Easter eggs. On board pages.