Together at Baptism offers parish staff a practical, concise tool to help prepare parents and godparents for the baptism of a child. It offers both spiritual support and important information about the sacrament. The booklet contains twenty-six brief commentaries on the essential elements and liturgical texts of The Order of Baptism of Children. Parents will learn about their role as first witnesses to the faith, the essential support of godparents, the distinctively Catholic understanding of the sacrament, and the joys and challenges of lifelong commitment to the faith. The booklet also contains all the lectionary readings assigned for the celebration of baptism, the alternate prayer texts provided by The Order of Baptism of Children, and a selection sheet for parents invited to choose readings, prayers, and other texts for the liturgy.

The most trusted source for wedding planning in the Catholic Church for over than forty-five years, this book includes all the tools engaged couples use when meeting with a priest, deacon, or lay minister to plan their weddings and prepare for living the sacrament of Marriage. Each reading choice is accompanied by a reflection written by lay married theologians or pastoral leaders who are committed to the sacramental life of the Church. The book also features a comprehensive FAQ section and a companion website.

• uses for the expanded introduction

• the engagement ceremony

• the location for the wedding

• the revised words for the questions, consent, and reception of consent

• the customs of the arras, the lazo, and the veil

• other wedding customs

• and more

One Love promises to be the go-to liturgical resource on Catholic weddings for years to come.

Paul Turner is pastor of St. Anthony Parish in Kansas City, Missouri. A priest of the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph, he holds a doctorate in sacred theology from Sant' Anselmo in Rome. He is a former president of the North American Academy of Liturgy and a member of Societas Liturgica and the Catholic Academy of Liturgy. He serves as a facilitator for the International Commission on English in the Liturgy. His publications include Glory in the Cross, Let Us Pray, and Whose Mass Is It? Why People Care So Much about the Catholic Liturgy published by Liturgical Press. He is a contributor to Give Us This Day. 6" x 9", 88 pages.

This collection of perceptive personal essays brings the meaning of the sacraments to life with unflinching realism and compassion. Drawing on his experiences as a priest as well as memories of childhood and adolescence, Patrick Hannon weaves his stories with quirky characters and startling insights into the central actions of Catholic faith in Sacrament: Personal Encounters with Memories, Wounds, Dreams, and Unruly Hearts.

In the tradition of such writers as Anne Lamott, Richard Rodriguez, and Barry Lopez, Patrick Hannon takes his readers on a captivating spiritual journey with unexpected turns and delightful characters. In Sacrament, Hannon guides readers through his own everyday sacramental encounters as living, breathing moments with God. Each essay is a carefully crafted metaphor of one of the sacraments, and Hannon shows moments of deeply human interaction to indeed be encounters with divine grace. The connections between these narratives and the sacraments only come into focus at the very end of each account in a moment of well-earned epiphany. In presenting these beautiful, subtle meditations, Hannon prompts readers to explore their own imaginations and memories for revitalized appreciation for the seven sacraments.

Features & Benefits:

• A popular professor at the University of Portland, Hannon offers numerous retreats, parish missions, reflection days, and workshops, especially in the Northwest.

• Hannon's previous three books have established his reputation as an engaging storyteller with a depth of insight on the spiritual life.

• Hannon's essays have appeared in the Utne Reader and Gold Man magazines as well as in Notre Dame Magazine and US Catholic.

Designed as a formational tool for engaged couples, United in Christ guides readers through each of the possible readings from The Order of Celebrating Matrimony, providing brief Scripture commentary from Catholic scholars and liturgical ministers. Along with the full text of each reading, this resource also offers insight into why a couple may choose a particular reading.

In addition, United in Christ offers:
Guidance for writing the Prayer of the Faithful, along with sample texts
The full texts of the consent, blessing and exchange of rings, and Nuptial Blessing
Tear-out selection form to turn in to the pastor, deacon, or liturgist

Give United in Christ to engaged couples:
At initial meetings with the pastor or deacon
At liturgy preparation sessions with the liturgist or director of music
At wedding workshops
In wedding information packets
On engagement retreats
An insightful resource that focuses on the needs of engaged couples by helping them select the Scripture readings for their wedding ceremony. 96pp., 5 3/8" x 8 3/8".

 O Cross of Christ is an original, new prayer composed by Pope Francis himself and recited by him on the occasion of Good Friday 2016. It guides all who pray it to recognize Jesus' cross in some of the most distressing circumstances of today's world- modern-day martyrs, victims of war, unfaithful ministers, and more- as well as in the lives of people who do great good- consecrated men and women, families, volunteers, and others.

Presented as a litany, with responses that make it ideal for group use, this little booklet is beautifully illustrated with original art by the American artist Deborah Luke. The result is a prayer resource that promises to serve as a profound source of spiritual nourishment for Christians for years to come. Recommended for personal, family, group, or parish-wide prayer. Paper, 32pp, 5"x7".

This book is designed to help Catholic parents prepare to introduce their child into Christ’s family, as well as remind them of their own baptismal promises and calling. It includes a short history of baptismal practices and traditions, a discussion of the meaning of the sacrament and its symbols, and step-by-step guide to the rite of baptism itself.  Available in either English or Spanish.

This participation booklet contains all the texts for the Order of Baptism, as well as a letter to new parents that walks them through each part of the ceremony, explaining the different signs, symbols, words, and actions surrounding the sacrament. Also included are the full texts of Biblical readings that can be used during the celebration of baptism and additional insightful writings concerning this first sacrament. Printed in two colors with the people’s parts set in boldface type, this booklet also serves as an easy-to-follow companion for witnesses of this important sacramental milestone.