The Complete Children's Liturgy Book: Liturgies of the Word for Years A, B, C [Paperback]

Katie Thompson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1996

Liturgies of the Word for years A, B, and C.

Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Twenty-Third Publications (August 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0896226956
• ISBN-13: 978-0896226951
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #155,874 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive Resource and Tool for Parents/teachers, October 28, 2004

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Lisa M. Hendey "Mom, Blogger, Podcaster, Author" (Fresno, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Complete Children's Liturgy Book: Liturgies of the Word for Years A, B, C (Paperback)

This is one of the most used books in my library. This comprehensive book contains complete liturgies of the word for all three liturgical years, cycles A, B and C organized according to the liturgical calendar. The book's wonderful introduction gives a great overview of the nature and function of the Liturgy of the Word for children and describes the order used in the book.

For each Sunday, the following items are included: Introduction, Sign of the Cross, Lighting of the Candles, "Sorry", Gloria, Gospel Acclamation, Gospel reading, Discussion, Activity, Creed and Closing Prayer. The bonus feature of the book is a great illustration/activity that can be reproduced each week. These activities are more than just coloring pages. Many are crafts, activities, paper dolls, worksheets and much more.

I would recommend that this book be used not only by catechists, but also by parents looking to make the Sunday Liturgy of the Word truly come alive in their own homes. I refer to this reference frequently. You'll be happy that you invested in this resource for your students and for your own family!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What a wonderful find!!, August 13, 2006

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Kathleen Lendzian "mother and teacher" (APO, AE USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Complete Children's Liturgy Book: Liturgies of the Word for Years A, B, C (Paperback)

I have been in charge of the children's mass at my church for a few years now. We had some old books from the 1970's that we were using, but they had inadvertantly got recycled during a clean out that I missed at our church. So, I went on several sites trying to find a replacement. When I found this book, I was apprehensive about what might be inside. I was very happy when it arrived. Not only does it cover the gospel for each week, but it has a suggested activity to go along with it that you can photocopy. I have requested that my church order one to keep with the children's mass supplies as I plan on keeping this one for myself to use not only for the mass, but also as a reference for the sunday school class I teach. This book will help anyone who wishes to teach a child about their religion in an easy and fun way.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Great Resource for Catechists!, September 29, 2005

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J. Chandler (Portage, Indiana) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Complete Children's Liturgy Book: Liturgies of the Word for Years A, B, C (Paperback)

This book is a wonderful resource for RE teachers and catechists. I teach 2nd grade catechism and use the readings in this book at the beginning of each lesson (once a week). The kids love to hear the stories and have told me that it makes "Father's readings more interesting!" The activities are very relevant and complement the readings very well.
The only problem I've had, is that a couple of the readings were too condensed and left out some key details. Therefore, it took a little more effort and time to explain them, and they left the kids a bit confused. But, with careful research and comparison from the readings at Mass, I've been able to clarify any uncertainty.
I highly recommend this book to catechists working at the elementary levels! It is a great addition to the curriculum and helps the kids get more involved in the Mass.