When Saint Nicholas comes down with a cold, who jumps in to help deliver Christmas presents? The saints! This fun thirty-piece puzzle for kids features one of the scenes in the new OSV Kids storybook The Night the Saints Saved Christmas! The 11 ¾ x 8 ¼ durable cardboard, die-cut puzzle shows Saint Nicholas’ helpers hiding just out of sight of two children anxiously awaiting their gifts. It’s a warm, funny scene that will melt every child’s heart.

Item: PZ2731

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Your parish families may not recognize the name — Saint Margaret of Castello — but they will soon know and revere her as a saint who can teach us all about the logic of divine love. Margaret’s life was, on the surface, tragic — multiple disabilities, cruel and indifferent parents, confined in solitary for years, then abandoned in a strange city a homeless beggar. So why, in the face of all this suffering, was Margaret compassionate, loving, and joyful? This pamphlet captures the thrilling and inspiring story of a woman whose deep faith, trust in God’s providence, and selfless giving allowed her to rise above her limitations, teaching us that everyone is capable of serving God and fellow man.

Item: P2726

Exclusive to OSV — the Black Onyx Pocket Rosary! These unique handcrafted single-decade pocket rosaries are made to last. Polished hematite gemstones — 6 mm for the Hail Marys and 8 mm for the Our Father — create a striking monochromatic effect. The pocket rosary is finished with a tiny grape and vine crucifix of oxidized silver imported from Italy. This pocket rosary won’t weigh you down, measuring only approximately 3.5” in length.

Item: ROS2707

The sheet measures eight by ten inches, with colorful die-cut vinyl stickers that are easy to peel and stick to packages, notebooks, suitcases, lockers — wherever! It’s a fun way to be reminded of God’s holy helpers, the saints!

Item: STK2728

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How can Catholics learn to emulate one of the world’s most popular saints – Saint Joseph? By learning about his life, his faith, and his role in Salvation history as the guardian of Mary and the adopted father of Jesus. This beautiful pamphlet is an easy-to-read overview of his life and explaining why he is venerated, and why he is the Patron of the Universal Church, and patron for us all.

Item: P2679

Exclusive to OSV – the I Am Catholic Keychain! This handmade keychain features two white lava beads, three beautiful wooden beads, plus a crucifix with an antique silver finish and a medal with the words “I am Catholic, in case of serious accident please call a priest.” The item is rich in symbolism and meaning, and can be used to pray a three Hail Mary chaplet. Each item is created by hand, and measures approximately 5.25” in length.

Item: KYC2658

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Help Catholics in your parish understand the teachings in Pope Francis’ latest encyclical, Fratelli Tutti in this brief and easy-to-understand pamphlet. Fratelli Tutti: On Fraternity and Social Friendship outlines the eight chapters in the encyclical and gives an excellent overview of its teachings on fraternal love, world peace, and social justice. It is important for Catholics to understand and act on the call to care for one another, promote the common good, and respect the dignity of all persons. Share this pamphlet with your entire parish and encourage them to take the next step and read the encyclical in its entirety. This pamphlet is also a useful resource for RCIA candidates, as well as faith formation classes and groups.

Item: P2661

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Now more than ever it’s vital for parish communities to help Catholics learn about, understand, and strengthen their domestic church at home. In this pamphlet from OSV, Catholics will grow to understand what makes up a “domestic church” and what it can mean to them personally and to the life of the Church. They’ll also be introduced to the three parts of the Liturgy of Domestic Church Life, and learn some practical ways to practice this liturgy at home. Families of any shape or size can encounter God’s grace in their ordinary lives as they are united to God and to one another through the sacramental life of the Church and truly learn to live as a domestic church.

Item: P2609

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Advent: Enter the Moment is filled with practical ideas and tips for keeping the season holy. From scripture and Advent symbols, to five ways to practice Advent joy and Advent wreath lighting ideas, this pamphlet is a "guide" that every family will use throughout the season.

Item: P2638

A la vez que la Iglesia Católica continua con su misión de enseñar la fe cristiana, el Directorio para la Catequesis (2020) establece pautas prácticas para la catequesis y presenta normas universales para guiar la evangelización. El Pontificio Consejo para la Promoción de la Nueva Evangelización presenta el Directorio para avivar la proclamación del Evangelio a personas de todas las edades y en todas la etapas de la vida.

Item: T2639

A joint publication of OSV and the National Conference for Catechetical Leadership (NCCL), the Catechist’s Guide to the Directory for Catechesis introduces catechists to the structure and content of this new and important document. Written in accessible language for anyone who teaches the Catholic Faith to others, this brief, magazine-style guide provides an overview of the organization of the directory, key quotes from the document, and discussion of the major themes and how they relate to catechesis today.

Item: X2347

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We are blessed by the contributions of black Catholics in the Church in the United States, particularly their illuminating legacy of holiness. The struggles and pain faced by the African American community are succinctly captured in the lives of six black Catholics now being considered for canonization. In these individuals, we can find the greatest of human characteristics, truly men and women for our times. Help your parishioners understand that, through them, we are drawn more deeply into the mystery of Jesus’ saving love.

Item: P2607

2016 CPA Book Awards Winner! The moving story of a simple parish priest from Oklahoma who would not abandon his Guatamalan parish and was martyred during the Guatamalan Civil War at the age of 46.

Item: T2475

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For any number of reasons some Catholics decide to marry outside the Church. Some couples may not realize that it poses a problem, and others may desire for their marriage to be valid in the eyes of the Church but have some impediment to convalidation. This easy-to-read pamphlet helps parish families understand what constitutes validity, what convalidation is, and advice on how to proceed if they want to make their marriage valid in the eyes of the Church. Couples will also learn the spiritual benefits of validating a marriage, and how to talk to family members about their decision. Help couples open the conversation in a gentle, non-judgmental way with this useful handout.

Item: P2573

El conocido autor católico Vinny Flynn y su hija Erin han diseñado lo que está destinado a convertirse en un volumen muy querido para la misa y la adoración. Combinando lo mejor de la oración tradicional y contemporánea, este libro le ayudará a entablar una relación más profunda y personal con Dios durante el Santo Sacrificio de la Misa, su tiempo de Adoración ante el Santísimo Sacramento, y su tiempo de oración personal también.

Item: MS117622

The official Catechism clearly spells out the Church's beliefs. Includes topics such as love and marriage; children; God; creation; humanity; life, death, and the afterlife; Mary; and much more.

Item: T2546