Going to Church Coloring Book (St Joseph Coloring Books) - Softcover

Goode, Michael; Buono, Margaret A

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0899426948 ISBN 13: 9780899426945

Publisher: Catholic Book Publishing, 1993

Synopsis

Going to Church Coloring Book is an ideal gift for a child and family who are learning about God and the importance of attending Mass. The St. Joseph Coloring and Picture Book Series are a magnificent series of religious books for children, superbly illustrated in full color and simply written, that will help all children to better understand the Catholic Faith. These books are ideal for home or school. 

The St. Joseph Coloring and Picture Book Series are 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 are:

• Brief and easy-to-text and simple descriptions of Advent
• illustrations
• High-quality paper
• Durable, paperback binding
• Conveniently sized at 5=8 ½”  X 11 ⅜” to accommodate little hands
• Nihil Obstat
• Imprimatur
• attractive holographic foil on the front cover

Check out all 101 titles in this series of Catholic children’s books. Each of the St. Joseph Picture and Coloring Books make wonderful gifts for baptisms, First Communion, birthdays, Christmas, or Easter.
Going to church and attending Mass are very special ways for children to grow closer to God and be part of His family, the Church. When we attend Mass, we’re saying “yes” to God’s invitation to spend time with Him and to worship Him. It’s a chance to thank Him for all the blessings in our lives and to ask for His help in everything we do.

Mass is where we listen to God’s Word in the Bible. The readings and the Gospel teach us about His love, how to live like Jesus, and how to share kindness with others. It’s also where we come together with our parish family to pray, sing, and celebrate our faith. Being part of this community reminds us that we’re never alone in our journey with God.
The most important part of Mass is the Eucharist. During Communion, the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Jesus, and we receive Him into our hearts. This makes us stronger in our faith and helps us to be more loving and kinder, just like Jesus.
Going to church isn’t just about attending—it’s about giving our time and hearts to God. It’s a joyful way to show our love for Him, grow in faith, and learn how to live as His children. Every time we go to Mass, we’re reminded of God’s great love for us and the special mission He has for each of us in the world.
Going to Church Coloring Book, written by Michael Goode and illustrated by Margaret Skelly, is a fun and creative way for children to learn about the importance of going to Confession and receiving Holy Communion.

Children reading and coloring in this book will specifically learn about the following topics:

• God Is Present Everywhere
• God Is Present Especially in Church
• In Church We See...
  • The Holy Water Font
  • The Altar
  • The Crucifix
  • Candles
  • Images
  • Pews
  • The Lectern
  • The Pulpit
  • The Host
  • The Chalice
  • Vestments
  • Banners
  • Stations of the Cross
  • The Holy Books
  • The Tabernacle
  • The Sanctuary Lamp
  • The Chair
  • Cruets
  • The Confessional
  • A Baptismal Font
  • The Priest
  • Servers
  • Readers
  • Extraordinary Ministers
  • The Assembly
  • Ushers
  • The Choir
  • The Leader of Song

 

Edition details

• Publisher: Catholic Book Publishing
• Publication date: 1993
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0899426948
• ISBN 13: 9780899426945
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32