Lent 2013
Offerings from the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese Department of Religious Education Speaking to God Archbishop Demetrios of America “My God, make me a prayerful person. Connect me through prayer with my eternal well” (page 15). This modern collection of more than seventy prayers is a resource for honest conversations with God, for every day and for certain needs. 164 pages. FL520 $12.95
Holy Week – Easter Service Book George Papadeas Translated in Greek and English of all the services of Holy Week, from the Palm Sunday Bridegroom Service through the Easter Sunday Agape Vespers. A great help in following every service. Hard cover. FL900 $22.00
Peter Chamberas Beyond being a thorough study of what fasting is and why and how it has been practiced since Old Testament times, this book also seeks to motivate and encourage us to restore the practice of fasting in our own lives. 119 pages. FL537 $8.95
J Is for Jesus: An Easter Alphabet & Activity Book Debbie Trafton O’Neal Holy Week and Pascha come to life in this alphabet Easter story with activities and crafts. Follow Jesus from Jerusalem to His final meal with the disciples to His resurrection from the dead. 32 pages. (Ages 2–4) CB702 $11.95
My First Story of Easter Tim Dowley Sure to be a favorite, My First Story of Easter helps young children understand the true meaning of the Easter season. Its simple text makes the Scriptures clear. The endearing illustrations joyfully depict Christ’s loving sacrifice and glorious resurrection. Hard cover, 24 pages. (Ages 4–6) CB700 $7.95
Peter Chamberas An introduction to and survey of the Service of Confession. Offers insightful reflections on one of the least understood Mysteries of the Church. A helpful tool for anyone considering receiving this essential sacrament. Spiral bound, 112 pages. FL538 $8.95
The Way Pilgrim Helen Bacovcin, trans. Join Pilgrim on his winding, joyful path to spiritual enlightenment. This anonymous nineteenth-century wayfarer takes you over the steppes of Russia in search of the answer to one compelling question: How does one pray unceasingly? His search turns up an unexpected treasure: the “Jesus Prayer,” handed down by untold generations of Orthodox believers. 196 pages. FL527 $9.95
The Story of Easter Patricia Pingry This durable book is a great primer of the story of Christ’s resurrection for young children. Board book, 22 pages. (Ages 0–3) CB701 $6.95
The Mystery of Repentance and Confession in the Orthodox Church
A Hunger for God: The Sacred Discipline of Fasting in the Orthodox Church
The Story of Easter Christopher Doyle and John Haysom Through His life, death and resurrection, Jesus changed the world. This beautiful book tells the story of Good Friday and Easter Day. Hard cover, 28 pages. (Ages 7–10) CB715 $13.95
The Legend of the Three Trees
(Ages 7–10)
Catherine McCafferty Three trees each dream to be made into something special. Instead, their dreams are far surpassed by God’s plan for them: a manger, a storm-tossed boat, and a cross. Hard cover. CB200 $14.95 $12.95
Holy Week and Pascha
Euphemia Brière This book takes us from the raising of Lazarus to the Resurrection, as reflected in the services of the church. Simply explained, with beautiful icons and illustrations, this book is a treasure for all ages. CB714 $12.00
Walk in the Light: Spiritual Exercises in Great Lent for Young Adults F.M. Courey Inspired by the text of I John, Fr. Courey leads young adults in renewing their commitment to Christ and His Church. 40 exercises include prayers, Bible readings, reflection questions, and other devotions. For individuals and groups. 290 pages. YM700 $22.95
“The Silent Way” A Series about Passions and Stillness Jeanette Aydlette and Marilyn Rouvelas Through the wisdom of Peter and Eleni’s papou, children discover ways to confront the passions that distort God’s image within them. THE SILENT WAY
A Series about Passions and Stillness
Peter Clashes
Peter Clashes with Anger First it’s the class pest, next
with Anger it’s his teacher, and then it’s
Jeanette Aydlette and Marilyn Rouvelas
his mom. Peter is mad at everyone. He writes a letter about it to his papou, who tells him a story about passions and stillness from his own childhood. 67 pages. (Ages 8–10) CB081 $7.95
Eleni Looks at Jealousy At home and on the team, everything’s a competition for Eleni, Peter’s older sister. Papou, who has learned to use e-mail, gently but directly shows her how to transform jealousy into love. 67 pages. (Ages 8–10) CB080 $7.95
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Teacher Resources From Eglė-Ek aterine Potamitis Read, color and keep these collections of iconographic illustrations, with text in both English and Greek. (Ages 5–10)
My Book of Great Lent In addition to the Sundays of the Triodion and Lent, this book includes the Canon of St. Andrew of Crete, the Akathist Hymn and the Kolyva. 16 pages. CB644 $7.00 10+ $6.00 ea.
My Book of Holy Week Each topic connects the final days of Christ’s earthly life and His resurrection with the Church’s services, sacraments and traditions. 24 pages. CB645 $7.00 10+ $6.00 ea.
My Pentecostarion The Church celebrates Jesus Christ’s resurrection for 50 joyous days, from the empty tomb to the tongues of fire. 16 pages. CB646 $7.00 10+ $6.00 ea.
Paschal Orthodox Activities Scenes from Church life and the Bible are featured in these coloring pages, connect-the-dots, mazes and color-by-numbers. Full-color throughout, with text in both English and Greek. 16 pages. (Ages 4–8) CB257 $4.00 10+ $3.50 ea.
My Lenten Journey John Boojamra and Erin Kimmett A large, full-color poster to help children participate in Great Lent—like an advent calendar for the Resurrection. Children can mark off each day with stickers as they complete each meaningful activity. FL901 $7.00
Confession
Journey through Great Lent
DRE
This nine-week unit spans the Great Fast with clear, vivid introductions to the season’s scriptures, traditions, saints, and services. The brief readings in the zines are a focal point in classroom lessons that include not only personal reflection and thoughtful discussion, but also interactive activities and projects to help students refuel. Journal assignments keep students focused all week long on the disciplines of the Great Fast: fasting, prayer, giving and learning. Includes an in-depth lesson on the Sacrament of Confession. 14 pages. (Age 12+) Student Zine by Stephania Gianulis M15 $3.95 75+ $2.95 Teacher Guide by Aimee Ehrs M16 $14.95 1 unit of 9 lessons
Journey through Holy Week
DRE Follow Christ and the Church from the Saturday of Lazarus to the Agape Vespers service. The zine pinpoints the relevance and meanings of the services, hymns, Scripture, icons, traditions and history. In addition to the classroom, the zine can be used during retreats, in the church or at home. Each lesson in the Teacher Guide focuses on a theme: surprise and hope (Lazarus Saturday and Palm Sunday); living in preparation for meeting Christ (Bridegroom Services); and healing and wholeness (Holy Wednesday). 17 pages. (Age 10+) Student Zine by Stephania Gianulis L183 $2.95 75+ $2.50 Teacher Guide by Stephania Gianulis L183-1 $9.95 1 unit of 5 lessons
Starting Over: Preparing for First Confession in the Orthodox Church Gail Meena This student workbook introduces the Sacrament of Confession through 10 highinterest lessons that include word searches, mazes, crossword puzzles, dot-to-dots, etc. A fun way for kids to learn about Confession! 40 pages. (Ages 8–10) Student Workbook FL909 $10.00 Teacher Guide FL909-1 $15.00
Confronting and Controlling Thoughts According to the Fathers of the Philokalia Anthony Coniaris Orthodox Christian spirituality places great emphasis on our thoughts (logismoi). Journey with the Fathers of the Philokalia as they share powerful spiritual weapons used to “guard the heart with all vigilance” (Prov. 4:23) by resisting thoughts that seek to pollute our minds. 112 pages. FL545 $14.95 $13.95
Repentance and Confession St. Nektarios of Aegina Vital for every Orthodox Christian who is concerned about the salvation of the soul, this theological yet concise and easily understood study on repentance and confession is sure to inspire reflection, personal assessment and change during this most holy period of the year. 60 pages. FL539 $12.00
Preparing for Confession L. Joseph Letendre An excellent explanation of the sacrament with a stepby-step approach to meaningful preparation and participation. Fr. Harakas writes, “Confession is an important, yet neglected sacrament of our Church. This book provides a practical and stimulating guide for Christian growth in our age.” 36 pages. P02 $4.95 $4.50
Penance DVD GO Telecom The Sacrament of Confession is one by which Orthodox Christians who have repented of their sins then come before God and the Church to seek reconciliation and ask for divine forgiveness. This video provides a presentation of the sacrament, as well as examinations of sin, repentance, preparation for confession and the role of the priest in the sacrament. DVD, 48 minutes. GOTEL013 $25.00
Department of Religious Education | To order call (800) 566-1088 | www.religioused.goarch.org
Prayer / Videos / Cookbook and More The Jesus Prayer DRE and Me Vasiliki Tsigas-Fotinis Joanne Dallis, illus. Written to introduce children to one of Orthodox Christianity’s shortest prayers. This beautifully illustrated book takes a child through the actions of a typical day, emphasizing the opportunities for repeating the Jesus Prayer. Hard cover, 24 pages. (Ages 4–10) CB507 $12.95
My Book of Prayers This attractive personal prayer booklet in King James English includes prayers that are appropriate for home or church. Contains lined pages for writing names of special people to be remembered. (Age 10+) CB501 $3.00
An Introduction to Prayer Classic Favorite! DRE
Dean Talagan This inviting re-release of Fr. Talagan’s classic pocketsize booklet includes occasional prayers, morning prayers and an evening Compline service. It begins with an exploration of how and why to grow in prayer. An excellent gift for teachers, teens and college students. Pocket–sized, 54 pages. P05 $2.95 10+ $2.50 ea.
CHRIST IS RISEN! The Resurrection Service & Divine Liturgy of Pashca GO Telecom Witness the moving service of the Resurrection of Christ in what is known as the largest Greek Orthodox parish in America, St. Nicholas Shrine Church, Flushing, NY with Archbishop Demetrios of America presiding. You’re sure to enjoy this deeply moving and beautifully narrated presentation in preparation for Pascha! DVD, 1 hour. GOTEL034 $20.00
Special Agents of Christ Annalisa Boyd From the author of the teen prayer book, “Hear Me”, “Special Agents of Christ serves as a “training manual” to prepare children for serving Christ in the real world, with sections for daily prayer for life’s challenges, preparation for confession, and much more.” 24 pages. (Ages 4–10) CB509 $10.95
Hear Me Annalisa Boyd This unique, faith-challenging prayerbook for Orthodox teens includes a deep-digging chapter on repentance and confession. 87 pages. (Ages 12–18) YM750 $8.95
The Resurrection Service in the Orthodox Church: A Guide for the Worshipper Anthony M. Coniaris Help the worshipper enter into the spirit of the Resurrection with this pamplet designed to serve as a bulletin for the Paschal Liturgy. P28 $0.35
The Lenten Collection Prepare for Pascha with some of the 450+ recipes in this excellent cookbook. Two-thirds of the proceeds go to philanthropic ministries of the Boston Metropolis. GIF800 $15.00
Pascha DVD GO Telecom Beautifully narrated, this one-hour video focuses on the deeply moving and ancient Orthodox Christian services that recount the Gospel narrative of the Passion and Resurrection, with Archbishop Demetrios presiding at the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity. DVD, 1 hour. GOTEL030 $25.00
The Prayer Rope St. Nektarios Monastery Add this beautiful fullcolor booklet to the gift of a prayer rope. Illustrated with icons from St. Nektarios Monastery in Roscoe, NY, it describes the Jesus Prayer and the use of the prayer rope. Includes a section on prayer for others. 24 pages. FL511 $5.00
Ancient Spiritual Disciplines
Praying with Icons Linette Martin Icons speak to both the mind and the soul. We respond in belief, or praise, or wonder, or simply in prayer. 62 pages. FL505 $5.00
Praying the Jesus Prayer Frederica Mathewes-Green Turn your inner attention to the Lord’s presence and begin to “pray without ceasing.” 60 pages. FL506 $5.00
The Beginner’s Bible: Book of Prayers Zonderkidz Twenty prayers for young children that teach them in simple, easy-to-read words how to pray. Its delightful illustrations and short Scripture passages will help bring your child closer to God. Board book, 40 pages. (Ages 2+) CB515 $9.95
The Easter Story Cube Great for Easter Baskets! The story of Easter comes alive in the hands and hearts of children as they unfold the cube (2¾” on each side). A fun hands-on way to introduce small children to Pascha. (Ages 3–6) GIF771 $6.95
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Gift & Prayer Items for Home & Church “Christ is Risen” Resurrection Cross “We worship Your cross, O Christ, and glorify Your three-day resurrection” graces the back of this elegant, engraved cross. Makes a wonderful gift for Lent. Has loop for hanging. (3¼ × 4½ × ¼”) GIF450 $15.00
The Jesus Prayer Plaque A desk-sized invitation to pray without ceasing, engraved with a border in the pattern of a prayer rope. (4 × 2½ × ½”) GIF451 $5.00
Series by Athanasios Clark (3½ × 5") IC035-C, -L - M - Crucifixion IC047-C, -L, -M - Resurrection IC043-C, -L, -M - Palm Sunday
Coated $0.40 Laminated $1.50 Mounted $5.00
Theotokos cord bracelet with large black bead Christ cord bracelet with large black bead Prayer rope with wood Christ bead GIF030 $8.00 Prayer rope with wood Theotokos bead GIF031 $8.00 Stretch prayer rope with metal cross and beads GIF034 $7.00 (colors vary; please let us choose)
Great Lent & Pascha 2013 Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America Department of Religious Education 50 Goddard Avenue • Brookline, MA 02445
TO ORDER, PLEASE CALL 800 5661088
GIF032
$6.50
GIF033
$5.50
Large brown bead icon bracelet GIF041
$10.95
Small brown bead icon bracelet GIF040
$10.95
Resources for all ages from the DRE