Redemptorist Communications 2017 Product Catalogue

R ED E M PTORI ST COM M U N ICATIONS CATALOG U E

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CONTENTS

PARISH BULLETINS

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PASTORAL RESOURCES 4

PRAYER & MEDITATION 8

CHILDREN & SCHOOLS 22

BIBLES & SCRIPTURE 26

CARDS 28

REALITY MAGAZINE 29

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PARISH BULLETINS Beautifully designed Sunday newsletters for your parish.

Our bulletins offer outstanding value for money and come in a variety of formats and designs.

SPECIAL OFFERS Try any newsletter product for 3 months free-of-charge

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Fantastic range of free resources for newsletter customers, including templates to help layout of parish notices on blank side of leaflets, leaflet artwork for display on your website and lots more…..

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Generous discounts on our range of pastoral books for newsletter customers

SUNDAY MESSAGE A3 Sunday Message is focused on giving a practical application to the Sunday Gospel. Each week, an original exposition of the Gospel is provided, along with a short reflection encouraging the reader to relate it to their life; learning points, suggestions for action and original prayer material are also included. The full text of the readings at Mass are provided, along with the antiphons, the Gloria, Creed, Gospel acclamation and responsorial psalm.

4 A3 size 4 Full text of readings 4 Sunday propers (antiphons, psalm, prayers, etc.)

4 Reverse blank for parish notices

€5.70 / £4.50 per 100 copies

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SUNDAY MESSAGE A4 Sunday Message A4 newsletter provides a commentary on the Sunday Gospel or the liturgical season. The reverse is left blank for parish notices. <Encourages Reflection On The Sunday Gospel>

€3.60 / £2.80 per 100 copies

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THE MASS LEAFLET A4 The Mass Leaflet newsletter is clearly designed and easy to read. The newsletter provides the readings and all of the responses for the people but allows the priest the freedom to use the Eucharistic Prayer, Penitential Rite, etc., which he considers most appropriate for the day. The reverse side is blank for printing of parish notices. <Ensures fruitful participation in the Mass> €3.60 / £2.80 per 100 copies

SOUL SPACE Soul Space is an A4 landscape full-colour leaflet which covers a variety of aspects of the faith and Christian living. Themes carry over from week to week so that topics can be explored in greater depth. Also contains a short reflection on the Gospel of the day.

The reverse side is blank for parish notices. <Church teaching in highly readable format> €4.00 / £3.15 per 100 copies

LOOK Look is a lively full-coloured weekly newsletter for children aged 4-9 years. Reflecting the theme of the Sunday Gospel, Look engages children as their understanding of their faith develops.

Look contains a great variety of stories, activities, drawings and colouring work that enhance the message of the Gospel for each Sunday. <Creative ways to help catechise children> €1.35 / £1.05 per 25 copies ALSO AVAILABLE AS A DOWNLOAD! Ideal for parishes or primary schools.

One-off annual fee: €100/£90.

Free ‘Look’ download for parish bulletin customers

EASTER TRIDUUM BOOKLET Contains liturgy for Holy Thursday, Good Friday & Holy Saturday.

Beautiful, full-colour design. Large, clear text on A4 pages is easy for the congregation to follow. Contains 32 pages. Also includes reflections for personal prayer or communal celebration.

Generous discounts for bulk purchases. Contact us for more details.

€ 0.45/ £0.40

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PASTORAL RESOURCES Popular and fresh pastoral books for key occasions.

SPECIAL OFFERS Generous reductions for bulk purchases!

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SACRAMENTS LET’S CELEBRATE A BAPTISM Rosemary Gallagher

The birth of a baby is a key moment for parents to reflect upon their role, the significance of their faith and the kind of family life and culture that they wish to provide for their child. Let’s Celebrate a Baptism complements formal baptism preparation programmes. It includes an outline of the sacrament and its place in Christian initiation, along with an up-to-the-minute Question & Answer section, and ideas to help families truly celebrate this key sacrament of our faith. €4.50 / £3.95

A CELEBRATION OF LIFE When A Loved One Dies Gerard Moloney CSsR & George Wadding CSsR Preparing and planning the funeral of a loved one can add to the grief and trauma of bereavement. A Celebration of Life provides a gentle, clear outline to all the planning and preparation in a clear and undemanding fashion. A full selection of readings are included along with a key to planning the liturgy. The Question & Answer section provides further information on both practical and spiritual issues raised. €4.50 / £3.95

YOUR WEDDING

A Guide to Getting Married in The Catholic Church Rosemary Gallagher & Fr John Trenchard The true meaning of marriage can be eclipsed by the preparations for the wedding. Your Wedding enables a couple to keep the true meaning of the sacrament of marriage at the heart of their wedding preparations. Ideal for individual or group marriage preparation, Your Wedding includes a wide selection of readings and a full outline of the marriage ceremony. €4.50 / £3.95 4

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YOUR CHILD’S CONFIRMATION Gerard Gallagher

Encourages parents whose children are preparing to receive the sacrament. Written in a simple, engaging style, this colourful book explains the background to the sacrament and details what happens on the day itself. Your Child’s Confirmation is complementary to the sacramental preparation programme followed by the school or parish.

€4.50 / £3.95

A FAITH FOR LIFE

George Wadding CSsR A Faith for Life provides a clear and simple outline of the basics of our faith. Written by Redemptorist Fr George Wadding, an experienced missioner and retreat-giver, A Faith for Life provides a modern, easily assimilated presentation of Catholic teaching for today’s world. Useful for RCIA, sacramental preparation, schools and individual faith development.

€4.50 / £3.95

LAMINATED BAPTISM AND FUNERAL CARDS These durable, laminated 8-page booklets are set out to help congregations fully participate in baptisms or funerals outside Mass.

Printed on 300gsm gloss card. Booklets are easy to read and contain all that is necessary for both the priest and the congregation. Includes clear indications of posture, offering the congregation helpful instructions on when to stand, sit or kneel.

€1.00 / £1.00

HOW TO SURVIVE WORKING IN A CATHOLIC PARISH A Guide for Priests, Volunteers and Paid Parish Workers Diana Klein & Fr Bernard Cotter If you do voluntary work in a parish, if you are a priest or a parish employee - or if you are thinking about working in a parish - this book will help you understand how Catholic parishes work, how parish life is organised and what it’s like to work in them. How to Survive Working in a Catholic Parish is a practical and userfriendly guide to surviving (and thriving) in a Catholic parish.

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Catholic Parish A guide for priests, volunteers and paid parish workers Diana Klein and Bernard Cotter Foreword by Archbishop Bernard Longley

€14.95 / £12.95

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NEW MASS BOOKLET ‘The New Mass Book’ is an A5 booklet. The text is easy-to-read with a spacious layout. It provides a clear distinction between the Priest’s and people’s part of the Mass. It also provides a clear indication of postures during the Mass. Includes Gloria, Creed, Sanctus in Latin and extra Eucharistic prayers.

€4.95 / £4.50

NEW FUNERAL BOOKLET Contains a selection of the new Funeral Rites. Fully revised and redesigned edition. Popular, easy-to-follow Funeral Rites using new translation. Provides a clear distinction between Priest’s and people’s part. Highlights postures during Funeral Mass.

€4.95 / £4.50

NEW BAPTISM BOOKLET Clear and eeasy-to-follow Rite of Baptism using the new translation. Fully revised and redesigned edition that includes the Rite of Baptism during Mass for one child or several children. Easy-to-read text and spacious layout. Provides a clear distinction between Priest’s and people’s part and indication of postures for congregation to follow.

€4.95 / £4.50

THE ORDER OF CELEBRATING MATRIMONY WITHIN MASS Contains everything needed to celebrate a marriage within Mass. It contains the new Rite of Matrimony within Mass, three Eucharistic Prayers in full, the Alternative Collects, Prefaces, Nuptial Blessings, the Profession of Faith and the Apostles’ Creed, together with a selection of suitable hymns and Bidding Prayers.

€4.95 / £4.50

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SEASONAL EASTER TRIDUUM BOOKLET Contains liturgy for Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday. Beautiful, full-colour design. Large, clear text on A4 pages is easy for the congregation to follow. Contains 32 pages.

Also includes reflections for personal prayer or communal celebration.

Generous discounts for bulk purchases. Contact us for more details.

€ 0.45/ £0.40

ADVENT EXTRA Follows a different theme each year. Easy but no-nonsense daily guide to Advent. Beautiful design in a magazine format. Offers a thought and scripture for each day. Over four weeks it takes you through four themes of Advent. Challenges the reader to sit up and think.

€3.00 / £2.50

LENT EXTRA Hugely popular A4 seasonal magazine. Offers a mix of reflections and articles to help all ages prepare for Easter through reflections on 40 days and nights of Lent.

Articles specifically commissioned each year. Magazine is packed with information and ideas to help you deepen your Christian life.

Lent Extra also includes a beautifully illustrated double-sided A3 sheet to engage and excite children during this important milestone event in the Christian calendar.

A great resource for parishes and schools or as useful resource for personal reflection and preparation. €3.00 / £2.50

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PRAYER & MEDITATION Beautiful resources for personal prayer and group reflection.

Generous reductions for bulk purchases!

VISITS TO THE BLESSED SACRAMENT For the 21st Century Richard Tobin CSsR

A devotional gem you will treasure for years. Nearly three hundred years ago St Alphonsus published his book of Visits to the Blessed Sacrament - a classic of devotional writing. This new book continues with the spirit of that great work. Written by Redemptorist Fr Richard Tobin, it contains 28 visits – reflections and prayers – that draw us ever deeper into the mystery of God and God’s love for humanity. A wonderful companion for Eucharistic Devotion and for those who like to make the occasional visit to the Blessed Sacrament.

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MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP Reflections on an Icon George Wadding CSsR

In this beautiful booklet, Fr George leads us into meditation on the various messages contained in the icon of the Mother of Perpetual Help and suggests a simple prayer after each meditation. Read each meditation slowly and in an atmosphere of prayer. You will find yourself drawn closer and closer to the hearts of Jesus and Mary. €3.00 / £2.50

THE PINK PRAYER BOOK

Breast cancer: coping... healing... surviving... thriving...

Diana Losciale Inspired and written by breast cancer patients and survivors, their mothers, daughters, sisters and friends. The Pink Prayer Book provides prayers, scripture and quotations offering support for women moving through diagnosis and treatment towards recovery and hope of lasting remission.

€3.00 / £2.50

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PERSONAL PRAYER

Living In Love With God Fr John Trenchard In Personal Prayer, Fr John shares with the reader the richness and depths of his experience and understanding of prayer and its impact. Using true examples which illustrate the whole spectrum of the challenges we face in our personal prayer lives, Fr John offers clear and simple connections with scripture and meditation ideas which are reflective and inspirational.

€4.50 / £3.95

STAY WITH US LORD Stay with us Lord is the new version of the ever-popular Redemptorist mission booklet.

Beautiful prayer and hymn booklet widely used at Redemptorist missions and novenas throughout the country.

The perfect resource for group or personal prayer and reflection.

€1.00 / £1.00

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ST GERARD ST GERARD MAJELLA

Rediscovering a Saint Brendan McConvery CSsR Gerard Majella’s name is familiar to many Catholics. They have relied on his prayers at difficult times, especially while trying to conceive a baby, to bring it to full term, and when faced with the great life-giving mysteries of labour and birth. Many carry his name through life.

But sometimes those who pray through Gerard’s intercession know relatively little about him. This book by Redemptorist Fr Brendan McConvery CSsR is an introduction to Gerard’s life, especially for those who might not be familiar with it. The text and images offer an insight into the reality of Gerard’s world, allowing the reader to see the places he would have known, some of the objects he might have seen, and some of the people who were part of his story. This book is also an invitation to pray with Gerard.

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PRAYING WITH ST GERARD The Family Saint George Wadding CSsR

Who was this man, Gerard Majella, patron of mothers and babies, who has given his name to tens of thousands of boys and girls?

This beautiful, new pocket-size book by Fr George Wadding CSsR offers prayers and reflections based around the life of this wonderful saint.

A perfect resource for World Meeting of Families 2018!

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ST GERARD NOVENA BOOKLET St Gerard is the well-known patron of expectant mothers and those who long to conceive a child. This novena booklet for St Gerard Majella includes a variety of prayers, psalms and hymns.

Perfect for personal or group prayer.

€1.00 / £1.00

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CELTIC LIFELINES

John J. Ó Ríordáin CSsR A handbag-size prayer book drawing on the broad and deep Christian tradition and calculated to inspire and refresh. Prayer and reflections for moments of the day and moments in life collected by Redemptorist Fr John J. Ó Ríordáin.

€3.00 / £2.50

THE SPRITUALITY OF ST PATRICK John J. Ó Ríordáin CSsR The Spirituality of St Patrick is a fountain of nourishment based on the writings of the man himself. The booklet presented here is not just ‘a good read.’ It is the Rule of Life that gave Patrick meaning in success and adversity – something which the reader is invited to reflect and ponder upon, to revisit and to live by.

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BRIGID OF IRELAND

The saint and the goddess John J. Ó Ríordáin CSsR This booklet gives a refreshing new view of our second patron saint. St Brigid of Kildare was a woman before her time in early Christian Ireland. Her faith and energy speaks so much to the ecological and environmental concerns of our time.

John J. Ó Ríordáin writes in a simple and affectionate way about this saint. The booklet also provides some reflections about, and prayers to, Brigid. €3.00 / £2.50

THE IONA PILGRIM’S MANUAL John J. Ó Ríordáin CSsR The Iona Pilgrim’s Manual gives the story of Columba and the subsequent fortunes of the monastic foundation, as well as providing information and reflections on the holy places on the Island.

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ST COLUMBAN (COLUMBANUS) Missionary Extraordinaire John J. Ó Ríordáin CSsR

St Columban was one of Ireland’s greatest missionaries.

Columban made such an impact on Continental Europe in the 6th century that he is still remembered there with admiration and wonder. He died at Bobbio near Milan in 615 AD, and his 1400th anniversary was celebrated widely on the Continent.

We are invited to celebrate at home too; not only for personal reasons but also for the sake of national health!

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CLONMACNOISE OF ST CIARAN John J. Ó Ríordáin CSsR

Clonmacnoise is an historic site, a place of pilgrimage; a place conducive to reflection and prayer. Imbedded in almost fifteen centuries of Irish Christian tradition its lure is spell-binding despite being in a ruinous condition for one third of that time. This beautiful book by Fr John J. Ó Ríordáin reflects on the inner sense of Clonmacnoise; a cool place to visit and a great place to pray!

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ST KEVIN & GLENDALOUGH John J. Ó Ríordáin CSsR Glendalough is a tourist site, but it is more than that. For almost a millennium and a half it is a place of Christian pilgrimage, a holy place to which people have resorted in times of joy and times of sorrow, as exemplified by Rome, Jerusalem, Mecca, the Ganges, the Camino di Santiago, or closer to home: a holy well, a sacred stream, or a shrine to somebody who had truly walked with God. In the latter category is Glendalough, where St Kevin spent his life contemplating the mystery of that which we call God. Added to the spiritual benefits accruing to the God-seeking pilgrim, the host community benefits from trade, improved infrastructure and employment, for as the poet Patrick Kavanagh says ‘God is in the bits and pieces of everyday.’

Fr John J’s book helps ensure that if we come to Glendalough as a tourist, we return home as a pilgrim. €3.00 / £2.50

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POPE FRANCIS POPE FRANCIS AND THE JOY OF FAMILY LIFE Using brief meditations from Pope Francis followed by questions for reflection this book offers insight into how you can create an oasis of joyful love within your own family. Spend a few minutes every day in prayer with Pope Francis, and help your family discover God’s plan.

Ideal to help your family prepare for World Meeting of Families 2018.

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POPE FRANCIS NOTEBOOK Inspiration from Pope Francis as you Pray, Colour and Reflect Since his election in 2013, Pope Francis has not shied away from expressing his views on a great variety of issues. He has delighted, challenged, comforted and inspired many of us with his wise words. This notebook offers the opportunity to reflect on 100 of His Holiness’ most widely shared quotes in a creative way. On every other page is a thought-provoking passage with an intricate frame for you to colour in whilst you meditate. Relax, unleash your inner creativity, clear your mind and let the words of Pope Francis touch your heart. A wonderful gift for adults and teens. €6.95 / £4.95

THROUGH THE YEAR WITH POPE FRANCIS Pope Francis has been called the “pope of the people” as he captures minds and hearts with his joyful faith, with his warm, direct and loving attention to those he meets, and with his attention to the poor and needy.

Now you can start - or finish - every day encouraged by the same engaging spirit alive in these 365 short meditations written by Pope Francis.

Let his words inspire and challenge you, push you deeper into Scripture, raise your prayer to new heights, or simply fill you with gratitude for God’s personal love for you.

Join Pope Francis and let the flame of faith catch fire within you, as it slowly catches fire across the world. €13.95 / £11.95

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SPIRITUALITY THE GRATEFUL DISCIPLE Daring to be Loved David Wells

Following on from his highly popular first book, The Reluctant Disciple, David Wells offers more insights into scripture, based on his own experience. In this volume, David draws on his experience as a teacher, speaker and family man. Among the characters he encounters are Derek the Atheist, a scantily clad work colleague on a Turkish beach, and Jack, a disruptive student at the school where he teaches. The results are often laugh-out-loud funny, sometimes moving – and always inspirational. €11.95 / £9.95

THE RELUCTANT DISCIPLE Daring to Believe David Wells

David Wells will tell you he is an ordinary man living an ordinary life. Yet all those who have heard him speak will know him to be an extraordinarily gifted communicator with an amazing ability to draw deep spiritual lessons from everyday experiences. In this book of his personal reflections, David helps us to see God in a range of situations that are often funny, sometimes painful, and occasionally toe-curlingly embarrassing.

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BEATITUDES

Eight Steps to Happiness Raniero Cantalamessa Anyone who has tried to live the Beatitudes will confirm that the task can be daunting. What does it mean to be a peacemaker?

Do you really want to be “reviled” by others? If you’re not rich compared to your immediate neighbours and friends, but you’re rich compared to most of the world, what are you supposed to do about that? Fr Raniero Cantalamessa will lead you not only to a deeper appreciation of these famous words of Jesus, but also into the presence of Jesus himself who lived them perfectly and who will give you the ability and enthusiasm to do the same. The Beatitudes are not a burden to be shouldered but an invitation to a joy-filled life of surrender to the Lord who came not to be served, but to serve. €11.95 / £9.95

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SYMBOLS OF FAITH Faith Formation and Sacramental Preparation for People with Learning Disabilities Diana Klein Symbols of Faith offers parents, priests and catechists creative insights and ideas on the faith formation and sacramental preparation of people with learning disabilities, which is in keeping with Church teaching. It recognises the gifts and talents of people with learning disabilities. The materials are adaptable, flexible and appropriate to their ability, to help them come to know the person of Christ, who leads us to the Father through the Holy Spirit. A CD is included with this book, providing additional resources and unlimited use of activity sheets to complement the sessions. An important resource for all parishes and parents looking to support members of their community and family on their faith journey. €21.95 / £19.95

IT DRAWS ME The Art of Contemplation Mary M McDonald Daily, we make decisions with lightning speed, without seeking insight to understand the word of God and his will for our lives. McDonald invites you to engage art with a contemplative lens. The contemplative examines artwork and experiences knowledge, wisdom and insight. To help guide you, this book features Thomas Merton’s previously unpublished notes on lectio divina and teaches us about the origin, composition, and spirituality of icons and China’s Song dynasty paintings.

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FAMILY SPIRITUALITY God Among the Pots and Pans Bairbre Cahill A thought-provoking guide for parents who want to introduce a deeper spirituality into family life, as well as a practical resource for family reflection and prayer. Bairbre Cahill recognises that family life sometimes feels anything but spiritual and looks at how, in fact, God is always present - not only in the joys, but also in the turmoil, squabbles, sadness and serious challenges. In other words, God can be found “among the pots and pans”.

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BEING A CATHOLIC MOTHER Elizabeth Davies

It may be that the life of a Catholic mother has never been harder where faith is concerned. But if that is the case, it has never been more important that Catholic women take time out to think deeply about what it is they do as mothers, and how and why they do it. This book offers a way to begin to do that. The contemporary design and beautiful photographs make this a real pleasure to read.

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BEING A CATHOLIC GRANDMOTHER Elizabeth Davies

The challenge of being a grandmother can demand more from us than we could possibly have envisaged – but it also brings unimaginable joy and delight. This book is designed to give practical advice and tips to help grandmothers to learn ways of managing the role and coping with the challenges of grandmotherhood. It should also help the matriarch to discover a deep sense of God’s presence through their growing relationship with their grandchildren.

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A HEART WHICH SEES These cards encourage adults and children to look with their hearts and respond to what they see. They are designed to be given out, challenging people to come back with a story about what happens next. Better still, your community or class can look at the cards, write their own and get going. These simple gestures turn our thoughts about mercy into actions and encourage us all to look at the world differently. These cards will prompt those who use them to turn their good thoughts into behaviours and in doing so, develop a habit of being merciful.

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REDEMPTORIST AUTHORS STATIONS OF THE CROSS Then and Now Denis McBride CSsR

Stations of the Cross – then and now offers a unique opportunity to accompany Jesus – then and now – as you travel through Lent towards Easter. “Stay here and keep watch with me. Watch and pray”… and let this beautiful audio book help to shed light on your own journey to God. Denis McBride is a Redemptorist priest from Scotland who is now Director of Redemptorist Publications. In his post-graduate education he first studied psychology at Fordham University and then the New Testament under the great scripture scholar Raymond Brown at Union Theological Seminary, New York. After winning a scholarship to Harvard University, he returned to England to work at Hawkstone Hall, the international pastoral centre in Shropshire, England.

Fr Denis McBride has taken the traditional fourteen Stations of the Cross and brought them into conversation with the world of today. The format of the book is simple:

Since then, his principal areas of interest and writing have been the human story and the Gospels: his work has always struggled to keep open a conversation between the drama of people’s lives and the four great narratives of Christian beginning. If that conversation ends, he argues, Christianity will be consigned to a museum.

a) an illustration of each Station; b) a reflection on the biblical passage chosen and the particular scene on the Via Dolorosa; c) a modern photograph of a similar event alongside a brief reflection; d) a final prayer for each Station.

STATIONS of the Cross then and now

Julie Etchingham presents and reports for ITV News at Ten. Julie also presents the Tonight programme for ITV and was the first woman to be named Royal Television Society Presenter of the Year in 2010. She won the award for a second time in 2016.

Alphonsus House, Chawton, Hampshire, GU34 3HQ Tel: +44 (0)1420 88222 Web: www.rpbooks.co.uk

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The understanding is that the Via Dolorosa continues to make its way through every village and town and city. This is not just an ancient pilgrimage in the footsteps of Jesus but a journey of mindfulness about how the story continues to be told today. €14.95 / £12.95

PRAYING THE ROSARY A Journey through Scripture and Art Denis McBride CSsR Fr McBride takes a fresh look at the Rosary in this beautifully illustrated book. Through the four sets of mysteries he takes us on a leisurely journey through twenty episodes in the lives of Jesus and Mary, offering us prayerful insights on the way.

The format for each decade is simple: first there is a reading from scripture, which is followed by a reflection on the passage; a painting is also included which offers its own take on the subject, accompanied by a brief reflection; finally there is a prayer on some aspect of the mystery. Focusing on a scriptural understanding of the mysteries, this prayerful book will prove a sure companion for everyone who loves the Rosary. €14.95 / £12.95

JESUS & THE GOSPELS Denis McBride CSsR This book reflects on the key moments of the Jesus story as the four evangelists present them. It is an excellent workbook for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the person of Jesus and the writing of the Gospels. Written and compiled by Fr Denis to accompany the lectures for Jesus and the Gospels, it is full of artwork and key scripture with charts and graphs to help provide context for the reader. €15.95 / €13.95 17

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SEASONS OF THE WORD Reflections on the Sunday Readings Denis McBride CSsR “We all know that the word of God does not work automatically: it has to be worked on, opened up, wrestled with, prayed about.”

In this book, now in a new edition to celebrate twenty years since its first publication, Denis McBride takes his readers through the full liturgical cycle of readings for Sundays and feast days. His insightful reflections throw new light on familiar and unfamiliar passages of scripture.

Wearing his scholarship lightly, Denis McBride uses his background in biblical studies and psychology to open up the readings in a way that is accessible for all readers.

Sometimes humorous, sometimes serious, always thoughtprovoking and informative, this book is a vital tool for preachers and for all those who want to deepen their understanding of the word of God as it is found in our liturgy.

A CD-ROM is included, containing all the texts along with additional prayers and introductions to the readings. €19.95 / £17.95

PRAYING WITH PICTURES Denis McBride CSsR When it comes to personal prayer, some people find it difficult to get started, unsure what to say or how to say it. This little book is a godsend; it helps people begin to find words for what is going on in their lives. With the help of a variety of pictures, it finds a voice for a wide range of experiences.

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BORROWING THE EYES OF OTHERS Reflecting with Paintings Denis McBride CSsR In this tenth book by Denis McBride, a variety of works of art are used to open up a conversation between the human story – our story – and that of Christ. Using works by varied artists McBride brings the depicted characters and scenes dramatically to life, and speaks through them to us – the onlookers, the casual observers, the passers-by. €11.95 / £9.95

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AWAKEN TO YOURSELF Reflecting with Paintings Denis McBride CSsR

In this second volume of Reflecting with Paintings, Denis McBride takes us on another fascinating and challenging journey of imagination. Focusing on ten paintings by artists from a range of times and cultures, we explore the thoughts and feelings of a wide variety of characters, from Joseph the husband of Mary to a lone woman in a New York cafe.

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JOURNEYING WITH JONAH The Struggle to Find Yourself Denis McBride CSsR In this new book Fr Denis has chosen to explore the character of Jonah – a somewhat unlikely hero. The prophet Jonah is a sympathetic partner, albeit a curious one, to help us review our lives. Although a believer in God, Jonah struggles to come to terms with the awful strangeness of God’s choices, particularly God’s mercy; he grapples to find his true self and purpose in life; he tries to flee from the presence of God; he is angry when he finds that God is not angry but all-merciful. Jonah is offered to us as an unusual teacher – awkward, reluctant, disobedient, opinionated, fearful, flighty: the prophet who remains stubborn to the end. But his story celebrates the beauty of the indiscriminate mercy of God, a message for our time. €12.95 / £10.95

IMPRESSIONS OF JESUS Denis McBride CSsR

In this book we meet a wide range of characters from the Gospel and share their reflections and reactions to Jesus. In a brilliantly imaginative way, we experience Jesus meeting real people in the real world in real human situations.

€10.95 / £8.95

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WHERE DOES THE JESUS STORY BEGIN? Denis McBride CSsR

This book reflects on the four different beginnings the Gospels provide to the life of Jesus, offering the reader keys that open up each of the Gospels in turn. Alongside that, there is the recurring question; where does your own story begin? Given who you are today, where would you say that story really started?

€11.95 / £9.95

WAITING ON GOD Denis McBride CSsR Using stories from the Bible, Fr McBride shows how we are a people of hope destined to wait in faith and love for our redemption. This book is an antidote for the anxieties, frustrations and isolation caused by the society we live in that forgets God’s promise. Those who wait with deep yearning for God will identify with the stories and find renewed hope.

€10.95 / £8.95

THE PARABLES OF JESUS Denis McBride CSsR Jesus invests much of his teaching in parables which have as much power today as when they were first spoken. The insights and patterns of the contrary wisdom of God challenge us in and through the scriptures. In this book the reader gains fresh and exciting insights into the power of the parable.

€14.95 / £12.95

JOURNEYING TOWARDS JESUS IN ADVENT Denis McBride CSsR In a world in which our high streets begin their celebration of Christmas months earlier, Advent is a counter-cultural ‘still small voice’. In this insightful and inspiring book, lavishly illustrated with images chosen by the author, Fr Denis McBride guides us through the Advent season as we journey towards the celebration of the birth of Christ. Suitable for private reading or for use in groups, this book invites us to journey together towards a deeper appreciation of the true meaning of what we celebrate at Christmas. €12.95 / £10.95

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ONE MAN, ONE GOD:

The Peace Ministry of Fr Alec Reid CSsR Martin McKeever CSsR This first book on Fr Alec Reid explores his extraordinary ministry and commitment to bringing peace not only to Belfast but to the whole country. It gives unique access to what motivated Fr Alec, what inspired him, what kept him going during years of disappointment, frustration and seeming failure. Through this book the reader will understand Fr Alec the man, the Christian, the priest. €14.95 / £12.95

GOING TO MASS Becoming the Eucharist We Celebrate Jim McManus CSsR Fr Jim McManus considers how our understanding of who we are as people and as a community is expressed in our going to Mass.

Looking in detail at the various actions and prayers that are part of the Mass, he explores the rich depths of the liturgy, enabling us to comprehend at a more profound level what it is we are doing when we gather for the sacrament. €11.95 / £9.95

THE HEALING POWER OF THE SACRAMENTS Jim McManus CSsR In this book, Jim McManus examines the enormous potential for the healing of the whole person contained in the sacraments of the Catholic Church. Based on his long experience of working in the healing ministry, he explores how lives are changed, healed and enriched. The book includes many remarkable personal testimonies of healing, together with excerpts from the scriptures, Church teaching and liturgy to show that healing is very much a part of the Church of today. €12.95 / £10.95

HEALING IN THE SPIRIT Jim McManus CSsR

Fr McManus focuses on the rediscovery of the healing power of prayer among the medical profession and the recovery of the healing ministry within the Church. In both medicine and spirituality there is a search for a more holistic approach to the human person. Medicine is not concerned solely with the body, nor spirituality concerned solely with the soul. As both medicine and spirituality take a more holistic approach to their subject, to the human person, they find a common ground for the healing and the wholeness of life. €12.95 / £10.95 21

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CHILDREN & SCHOOLS Popular and fresh resources for children of school age.

Clear faith instruction.

Ideal for use in schools, parishes and at home.

LOOK Look is a lively full-coloured weekly newsletter for children aged 4-9 years. Reflecting the theme of the Sunday Gospel, Look engages children as their understanding of their faith develops.

Look contains a great variety of stories, activities, drawings and colouring work that enhance the message of the Gospel for each Sunday. €1.35 / £1.05 per 25 copies ALSO AVAILABLE AS A DOWNLOAD! Ideal for parishes or primary schools.

One-off annual fee: €100/£90

Free ‘Look’ download for parish bulletin customers

LET’S GO TO MASS Aileen Urquhart

Written by the same author as I Belong this is an unusual, innovative and colourful book introducing young children to the Eucharist. This edition contains the revised texts of the liturgy and is an ideal companion for children. The wipe-clean surface means that they can use the book each week afresh.

€3.75 / £3.25

Special school offer: Class set of 30 copies: €100/£90

CHILDREN’S ORDER OF MASS This high-gloss, durable, tri-fold new liturgy Order of Mass is specifically designed for children in parishes and schools and will help them celebrate and understand the mass.

Bulk discounts available. Contact us for details.

€0.95 / £0.75

Special school offer: Class set of 30 copies: €25/£20

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VALUE STORIES

Ann Gribbin Murphy Christian values are those qualities or characteristics which we, as Christians, practise and which are based on the teachings of Jesus. This set of TEN BOOKS in a slipcase seeks to encourage children, with the support of an adult, to develop Christian attitudes. Some of the values covered are: Honesty, Peace, Generosity, Friendship and Love.

€11.95 / £9.95

99 PRAYERS FOR CHILDREN Juliet David A companion prayer book to 99 Stories from the Bible with delightful illustrations and prayers for all occasions. The prayers are a combination of traditional and modern, and provide an introduction to family prayer time with young children, bringing talking to God into the heart of every child.

€7.95 / £5.95

99 STORIES FROM THE BIBLE Juliet David

A collection of 99 stories that follow the narrative of the Bible including Samuel Listens, Esther, A Blind Man and Jesus Walks on the Lake. Each story is told over a double page spread with warm and engaging illustrations.

€10.95 / £8.95

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MY HOSPITAL PRAYER ACTIVITIES BOOK Fr Peter-Michael Scott

Going to hospital can be a scary experience for any child. This fantastic new book is designed to prepare children for their visit and keep them entertained during their stay. The charming illustrations and on-the-page activities are complemented by some more ambitious craft tasks. This is an excellent resource for children to work through with parents, visitors or hospital chaplains, but is also a super companion for when the child is on their own. The prayers included are particularly comforting and suitable for individual use, encouraging children to draw near to God and seek his love and peace in what can be a difficult and unsettling time. €6.95 / £4.95

THE ADVENTURES OF FREDDIE FRECKLES Fr Tim Buckley

We all know how much children love a good story. Fr Tim Buckley’s tales for Christian children, featuring the loveable Freddie Freckles, will hold children’s attention and capture their imagination whilst sharing the Gospel with them. The fifteen adventures with Freddie Freckles are suitable for children to read themselves, or a priest, teacher, parent or catechist can tell the tales. Good times and bad are explained with the help of Jesus’ teaching. Includes introductory notes for teachers and parents.

€7.95 / £5.95

FREDDIE FRECKLES & THE SACRAMENTS Fr Tim Buckley

Join Freddie as he goes on a journey where he learns more about the sacraments. This collection of short stories are written for children aged seven to nine and explore many rites from the Catholic Church. Along the way Freddie also learns the true meaning of Easter and Christmas and begins to have a better understanding of prayer and the gifts of the Holy Spirit.

For each chapter Fr Tim Buckley has written helpful guides for when to tell each story along with scripture references. Ideal for small groups of children but also great for children to read on their own. Freddie Freckles is a gentle way to teach them about the sacraments. €7.95 / £5.95

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THE CATHOLIC YOUTH PRAYER BOOK Help youth understand the meaning of Christian prayer.

Introduce them to traditional and devotional prayers of the Church, as well as to contemporary styles and methods. Assist youth in developing the habit of daily prayer. This all-in-one resource for prayer forms was specially written for teens, in the PRAY IT! STUDY IT! LIVE IT! model, like The Catholic Youth Bible and The Catholic Faith Handbook for Youth. It is the most comprehensive prayer book for teens. But The Catholic Youth Prayer Book does more than teach about prayer; it helps teens become prayerful people.

€11.95 / £9.95

BIBLE FOR KIDS Juliet David

This striking 400-page Bible by Candle Books is written for five to seven year-olds. It introduces young readers to a wide selection of Bible stories, each around eight pages in length, designed to be engaging and age-appropriate.

Arranged in chronological order and with scripture references throughout, this instant favourite is brought to life by artist Jo Parry, illustrator of the Candle Read and Play series.

€13.95 / £11.95

BUMPER WIPE CLEAN ACTIVITIES BOOK Juliet David

A great activities book for children!

A bumper book of fun activities that can be used over and over again. An ideal way to help children improve learning whilst discovering their favourite Bible stories. Laminated pages can be wiped clean for use again and again. Pen included. Simple Bible stories and activities for children.

€7.95 / £5.95

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BIBLES & SCRIPTURE Original and clear introductions to scripture.

Excellent value bibles to suit all.

HOW TO READ THE BIBLE A Manual for Beginners and Those Who Have Forgotten How Brendan McConvery CSsR For many people, reading the bible can be a daunting task. Where does one begin? How does one make sense of it? Well-known Redemptorist scripture scholar, Fr Brendan McConvery CSsR has written this ‘manual’ precisely with ordinary people in mind. Its warm and friendly style invites the reader into the subject which is presented in a sound, practical way.

Ideal for individuals or groups interested in widening their understanding of scripture €7.50 / £6.50

LARGE, HARDBACK CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY BIBLE Clear print and useful additional information make this a popular choice.

€14.95 / £12.95

SMALL, SOFTBACK CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY BIBLE Compact without sacrificing any of the content of the larger versions.

€11.95 / £9.95

BIBLE FOR KIDS Juliet David

This striking 400-page Bible by Candle Books is written for five to seven year-olds. It introduces young readers to a wide selection of Bible stories, each around eight pages in length, designed to be engaging and age-appropriate. Arranged in chronological order and with scripture references throughout, this instant favourite is brought to life by artist Jo Parry, illustrator of the Candle Read and Play series. €13.95 / £11.95 26

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LARGE BIBLE DEAL “HOW TO READ THE BIBLE” BOOK

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THE THREE FACES OF CHRIST Reading the Sunday Gospels with the Liturgical Year Brendan McConvery CSsR & Ciarán O’Callaghan CSsR Do you sometimes feel that you get little out of Mass and you don’t understand some of the Sunday readings? If so, then this book is for you! Scripture scholars Fr Brendan McConvery CSsR and Fr Ciarán O’Callaghan CSsR provide reflections and insights into the Sunday Gospels for the three-year liturgical cycle. Written in a warm and accessible style, this book will encourage you to be a little better prepared for Mass. It is a perfect companion for those who are readers in church or those who wish to know more about the Word of God. This beautifully designed book can be used by individuals, groups or families.

EXCELLENT VALUE

€12.00 / £10.00

SUNDAY MISSAL Designed to help anyone prepare for Sunday Mass and take an active part in its celebration, this Missal contains a short introduction to the special character of each Sunday, and the Mass text is laid out in a straightforward way. This Missal has a leatherette cover, gold-embossed lettering, colourful ribbons and high-quality Bible paper which means that it should become a treasured companion for a lifetime.

The revised texts for all Sunday services in the Roman Catholic Church for the three-year cycle are included in this Missal.

Alongside these are a number of additional resources, including the two Eucharistic Prayers for reconciliation, and four for Masses for various occasions. The main ordinary texts of the Mass are also given in Latin. Additionally, we have provided an original prayer for each day of the week, a selection of litanies, and prayers by St Alphonsus Liguori, including his Stations of the Cross.

Having a personal Sunday Missal is an aid to prayerful devotion to God and helps you know, understand and love the Mass. Your Sunday Missal will deepen and nurture the celebration of faith. €25.00 / £20.00 27

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The Redemptorists were founded by Alphonsus de Liguori in 1732 and have lived and worked in Ireland since 1851. Redemptorists are passionate about the Gospel, have a bias in favour of those on the margins and are intent on proclaiming God’s unconditional love for all people. Discover more about the Redemptorists by visiting www.redemptorists.ie This card was designed and produced by Redemptorist Communications, a ministry of the Irish Redemptorists. www.redcoms.org Communion Boy

Lord be mericful to all those who have left our world And give them everlasting happiness

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The Redemptorists were founded by Alphonsus de Liguori in 1732 and have lived and worked in Ireland since 1851. Redemptorists are passionate about the Gospel, have a bias in favour of those on the margins and are intent on proclaiming God’s unconditional love for all people. Discover more about the Redemptorists by visiting www.redemptorists.ie This card was designed and produced by Redemptorist Communications, a ministry of the Irish Redemptorists. www.redcoms.org Wedding Hands

with His Love

GOOD LUCK

In your time of sorrow

IN YOUR EXAMS

The Redemptorists were founded by Alphonsus de Liguori in 1732 and have lived and worked in Ireland since 1851.

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Wishing You Well

As You face Your Exams

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