Blest Are We

A prayer for Boston and all victims of violence

blestarewe — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 16:54:17 +0000

Let us keep all of those affected by the tragic events in Boston on April 15, 2013 in our prayers:

Above the clamor of our violence

Your Word of truth resounds,
O God of majesty and power.
Over nations enshrouded in despair
Your justice dawns.

Grant your household
A discerning spirit and a watchful eye
To perceive the hour in which we live.
Hasten the advent of that day
When the weapons of war shall be banished,
Our deeds of darkness cast off,
And all your scattered children gathered into one.

We ask this through him whose coming is certain,
Whose Day draws near:
Your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ,
Who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
One God, forever and ever.
Amen.

(Taken from Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers, published by the USCCB)

Más allá del clamor de nuestra violencia
tu Palabra que es Verdad resuena,
Oh Dios de majestad y poder.
Sobre naciones envueltas en la desesperación,
haces brillar tu justicia.

Concede a tu pueblo
un espíritu de discernimiento y mirada vigilante
para percibir el tiempo en que vivimos.
Acelera el advenimiento de ese día
cuando las armas de guerra sean desterradas,
nuestras obras tenebrosas desechadas,
y todos tus hijos dispersos reunidos en uno solo.

Te lo pedimos por él cuya venida es cierta,
cuyo día se acerca:
Tu Hijo, nuestro Señor Jesucristo,
que vive y reina contigo en unidad del Espíritu Santo,
y es Dios, por los siglos de los siglos.
Amen.

(Traducción basada y adaptada de Catholic Book of Household Blessings and Prayers)

RCL Benziger introduces its new website, saintsresource.com. Find biographical information on well-known and lesser-known saints and holy people at one of the only websites of its kind.

blestarewe — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:52:33 +0000

Vatican II is far more than a chapter in Church history — we celebrate the work, the impact and the legacy of the Council with The Faithful Revolution: Vatican II!

blestarewe — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:22:23 +0000

As the Catholic Church marks the Year of Faith, beginning in October 2012, we also celebrate the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Second Vatican Council. The Faithful Revolution: Vatican II is a five DVD set that makes this more than just a chapter in church history. Adults and older learners, as well as parish leaders, will enjoy this historic film footage, interviews with Council participants, and the accompanying participant handouts and study guide that make this an invaluable addition to a parish or school.

RCL Benziger’s revision of our popular Heritage program serves as an entry-level text for children being initiated into the life of the Church.

blestarewe — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:05:02 +0000

This revision of the popular Heritage program serves as an entry-level text for children being initiated into the life of the Church. Following the directives of the General Directory for Catechesis, it uses the RCIA model prescribed by the bishops to evangelize and catechize new learners in the intermediate grade levels.

” Offer a full initiatory catechesis ” Present the life and teaching of Jesus” Lay a foundation for a lived faith” Introduce the Rites of Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist and Reconciliation” Presents Catholic prayers, practices and a helpful key teachings section” Provide online support