An Alphabet Of Catholic Saints

Fresh colorful illustrations and delightful rhymes create a fun and exciting introduction to the Saints from A to Z!

In the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi, "poet and God's Troubadour," this timeless classic portrays the lives of the saints through creative, catchy poetry and quaint etchings. Each letter of the alphabet is honored with a saint: "A is Anthony," "B for Benedict," "C for Saint Christopher," and so on. It includes universally beloved saints like Dominic, Francis, and Martin, as well as lesser known saints such as St. Odo and St. Ursula. This book is an engaging learning tool, whether your child is learning the alphabet, the saints, or both! Each page features: -A vintage etching of a scene from the life of a saint and the letter of the alphabet -A brief biographical summary of the saint's mission, life, and feast day -A delightful poem about the saint, with fluid rhymes for easy memorization Its hardcover format ensures that it will withstand the long and repeated usage it is sure to receive. Revisit the alphabet with your little one; return to old saint friends and make some new ones along the way as you travel from A to Z in this hardcover reproduction of the 1905 British classic, An Alphabet of Saints.

A delightful collection of 26 vintage illustrations and rhymes will introduce young readers to Catholic Saints from A to Z. This beautiful book is a reproduction of the original 1912 edition with a large illustration and story (in rhyme) for a saint of each letter of the alphabet: Antony, Benedict, Christopher, Dominic, Edmund, etc.

Three men with pen and one man with paints have depicted the lives of these twenty six saints.

In the twenty-first century, people know so little about the lives of the saints, yet they remain so important to the Catholic faith. In this concise and accessible book, suitable for all ages, Pamela Flavin selects one saint for each letter of the alphabet and presents a brief glimpse of their lives. Throughout the centuries, Christians have drawn inspiration and moral strength from the example set by saints from St Anthony of Padua through to St Zita and, using this book as guidance, we can continue to do so today.

"The Encyclopedia of Saints offers thorough and fascinating accounts of familiar and little-known holy men and women of the Catholic and Orthodox churches. Drawing from documented accounts and supplemented with additional extensive research

alphabet of saints

Performing Miracles. Facing Wild Lions. Confronting Demons. Transforming the World. From Augustine to Mother Teresa, officially canonized as St. Teresa of Calcutta, discover seventy of the best-known and best-loved saints and read their riveting stories. Meet Joan of Arc, whose transcendent faith compelled her to lead an army when the king’s courage failed. Francis of Assisi, whose gentleness tamed a man-eating wolf. Valentine, a bishop in the time of ancient Rome, who spoke so often of Christ’s love that his saint’s day, February 12, has been associated with courtly love since the Middle Ages. St. Thomas Aquinas, the great teacher. Peter Claver, who cared for hundreds of thousands of people on slave ships after their voyage as captives. And Bernadette, whose vision of Mary instructed her to dig the spring that became the healing waters of Lourdes. Each saint is illustrated in a dramatic and stylized full-color portrait, and included in every entry are the saint’s dates, location, emblems, feast days, and patronage. Taken together, these stories create a rich, inspiring, and entertaining history of faith and courage. For kids age 10 and up. A perfect gift for Confirmation.