Biblical Literacy Made Easy: A Practical Guide for Catechists, Teachers, and Youth Ministers
Brian Singer-Towns
Saint Mary’s Press, 2008, 69 pp., $6.95, www.smp.org
I’m Glad You Asked! 60 Common Questions Catholics Have About the Bible
Fr. Mark R. Pierce
Saint Mary’s Press, 2008, 115 pp., $12.95 www.smp.org
Catholic Quick View Second Edition
Brian Singer-Towns, Marilyn Kielbasa and Robert Feduccia Jr.
Saint Mary’s Press, 2008, 73 pp., $7.95 www.smp.org
The Commons: By Request
Various Artists
Spirit and Song, $17.00, www.spiritandsong.com
Biblical Literacy Made Easy makes a surprising claim in its title but makes good on the promise. It gives a quick A-B-C strategy to jumpstart the planning process and includes plenty of tips and ideas for implementation.
I’m Glad You Asked is a great reference guide for professionals or lay people of the faith. With wisdom and humor, Father Pierce tackles tough questions asked by Protestants and Catholics. I’m Glad You Asked makes it easy to start conversations, share devotions and answer questions about the faith with lightning speed.
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between mortal and venial sin? How about what the parts of the Mass mean? Look no further than the Catholic Quick View.
As the title suggests, the authors have made it fast and easy to find the answers to all those questions perplexing our minds during Mass.
The Commons is a streaming video showcase on www.spiritandsong.com, which features 24 Catholic bands each year. This album features 15 of those.
Though these songs may not be heard on traditional Christian radio, the passion behind them will inspire and bring joy. A listener will feel he or she is having a private worship session, whether for the purpose of reflection or to renew the soul.
