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In many situations -- at home, at work, in social media -- Catholics are often challenged with questions or criticisms of our Faith, some very harsh. Now you can prepare your parish to be bold in defending the Faith, but in a way that is merciful, open, and loving. Ten Principles of Civil Communication: Defending the Faith without Raising Your Voice and Losing Friends is great for adults or teens, and includes principles are simple, practical, and easy to remember.

Item: P1704

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Everyone wants to be happy. Many of us spend time and money on things we think will bring us happiness -- and while they may work for a short time, they don't bring happiness that lasts. Pope Francis has identified the ten secrets to true happiness that we can put into practice every day regardless of our age or stage of life.

Item: P1671

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Help parish families celebrate Advent and prepare for the coming of Christ with this feature-rich pamphlet created just for them. For each week of Advent, families can follow along as they read scripture together, light the advent wreath candle and say a simple prayer, and join in a fun or thought-provoking family activity that encourages a deeper participation in the Advent season than ever before.

Item: P1631

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With its simple, accessible message, this pamphlet reaches people with the message that your parish welcomes and invites everyone to come, to worship, and to be a part of the life of the Church -- even if they have been away. Includes encouragement from Pope Francis, what to expect their first time back, how to deal with their feelings about Church, and ideas for what to do after their visit.

Item: P1655

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What does it take to be an outstanding catechist? Our Sunday Visitor has boiled down the essentials into one great TOP TEN list. This quick, easy-to-read pamphlet is perfect for encouraging current catechists to grow in these ten important characteristics, and for those considering becoming catechists to learn that it's a very achievable goal.

Item: P1617

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Pope Francis has awakened the world to the need for mercy, and urges each of us to "travel this path of mercy." But what is mercy exactly? How does Jesus model mercy? What are the works of mercy? And most important, how and why can I become more merciful myself?

Now Catholics can learn eight very practical ways to become more merciful -- things like avoiding gossip, refusing to retaliate when offended, accepting mercy from others -- each including a simple reflection question to ponder.

Item: P1625

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With this pamphlet, Spanish-speaking Catholics will begin to understand the difference between worldly "happiness" that is all about pleasure, and the true happiness that comes from following the path Jesus sets out for us with the beatitudes. Simple but effective explanations outline what each beatitude means, and how it relates to our walk with God, leading to true happiness. Each section includes a brief reflection to keep in mind as parishioners prayerfully begin to practice each one.

Item: P1592

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Catholics will understand the scope and meaning behind Pope Francis' first apostolic exhortation in this pamphlet by Our Sunday Visitor, The Joy of the Gospel: Evangelii Gaudium. Includes important quotes from the exhortation, and summarizes key points.

Item: P1596

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This pamphlet includes the history of the devotion, an explanation of Pope Francis' practice of the devotion, and a prayer composed to Our Lady Undoer of Knots written by Pope Francis.

Item: P1566

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In this pamphlet, parishioners learn just what it means to be good stewards through the eyes of our Holy Father, Pope Francis. Includes quotes by Pope Francis, an analysis of the meaning of his words, and some important reflection questions.

Item: P1556

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In simple, straightforward language, Catholic couple Heidi and Cory Busse share what the Church teaches about the sacrament of marriage. This brochure is ideal for a couple just contemplating marriage, but also for married couples of any age who want to understand how God's grace is given through the sacrament, how to navigate the tough times, what to expect in the various cycles of marriage, and steps to making a marriage that lasts.

Item: P1330

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Lent can be an important time of renewal and preparation, but often we either take on too much and become frustrated and quit, or too little and fail to flourish spiritually as we could. This pamphlet gives Catholics a simple, easy-to-follow Lenten plan, called the 1-1-1 plan. In it, we are encouraged to concentrate our efforts on "one sin, one add-in, and one give-up" throughout Lent.

Item: P1389

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Catholics the world over are called to participate in the holy sacrifice of the Mass, and receive the sacrament of the Eucharist. But do we really undertstand the full impact of this transforming gift? This brief pamphlet is packed with answers and insights that will help your parishioners draw closer to the sacrament and experience its life-changing effects.

Item: P1382

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This concise pamphlet is designed to help Catholics understand the Sacrament of Reconciliation, walking them through the actions and responses for each step by step. Ultimately readers will be comforted and ensured that they are able to make a good confession.

Item: P1360

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Some people begin their journey to the Catholic Church when they feel a tugging at their heart or the call of "the still small voice within." That is the perfect time to reach out to them with this pamphlet. This includes the process of becoming Catholic, the steps involved in RCIA, and a simple and approchable description of what Catholics believe. Equip yourself with this helpful, easy-to-read brochure.

Item: P1341

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People sometimes speak of stewardship in the context of "the three t's": time, talent, and treasure. Many think of stewardship only in terms of asking for money. Stewardship is a way of life and our relationship with Christ is at the heart of it all.

Item: P1276

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Today's families come in all shapes and sizes. Amid all those differences, one thing is certain: maintaining a strong family takes a lot of time, energy, and work -- oh, and a good dose of prayer! Looking at who we are through the eyes of our faith, we see that, although we may not be the image of the perfect family every day, we are holier, indeed "greater," than we think.

Item: P1243

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A few decades ago, the Catholic Church began referring to Confession as the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation. It did this to emphasize reconciliation. That's the short answer to the question, "Why go back to confession?" We do it to be reconciled. Reconciliation literally means "to meet again." We've lost our way. Confession is the way back home.

The first thing Jesus did after His Resurrection was to give his apostles the authority to restore us to the Father: "Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained" (Jn20:22-23). From that point on, the Church's ordained ministers have carried out this work of forgiveness and reconciliation.

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