Below are suggested resources that may be helpful to you as a catechist or religious educator. Please note that all items listed here are available through RCL Benziger, 1-877-ASK-4-RCL (1-877-275-4725). Prayer Spirit of Hope,
help us always to be a Church committed
to following the Gospel of Christ
in doing the Father's will.
Amen.
Books
The Gift of Prayer – A Prayer Book for Children
Call RCL Benziger at 1-877-ASK-4-RCL (1-877-275-4725).
ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36102-4
Saint Francis
by Brian Wildsmith
Available through Twenty-Third Publications
The Legend of the Valentine
by Katherine Grace Bond
Available through ZonderKidz, 2002
Videos
Faith–Adventures from the Book of Virtues (30 min.)
Two of three animated stories about faith are Daniel and the Lion's Den and Harriet Tubman's efforts to free slaves; leader's guide.
Available through Oblate Media & Communication
Generosity–Adventures from the Book of Virtues (30 min.)
Three animated stories–Mr. Rabbit's Thanksgiving, Rocking Horse Land, and Gift of the Magi– help illustrate the theme of generosity.
Available through Oblate Media & Communication
The Mass for Children: Understanding the Mass (30 min.)
This video illustrates the celebration of the Eucharist as a source of joy and strength children can rely on for a lifetime; guide.
Call RCL Benziger at 1-877-ASK-4-RCL (1-877-275-4725).
ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-30976-6
The Baptism of Jesus (30 min.)
This animated video retells the gospel story of the baptism of Jesus.
Available through CCC of America, 1997
Prayers for Little Children (30 min.)
Children learn the joy of daily prayer through prayers, stories, and songs
Available through Vision Video, 1998
Music
"If You Believe and I Believe"
BLEST ARE WE music CD 1
Call RCL Benziger at 1-877-ASK-4-RCL (1-877-275-4725).
ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36652-2
BLEST ARE WE Song Book
Words and melody for children; contains music for levels 1-8
ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36617-4
BLEST ARE WE Accompaniment Book
Contains accompaniment music for levels 1-8
ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36618-2
"Gather Your People," "The Goodness of the Lord
Gifts for a Lifetime Music CD
