Prayer cards for the Year of St. Paul

Paul— Least of the Apostles
The Story of the Most Unlikely Witness to Christ

By Alain Decaux

Renowned French historian Alain Decaux brings St. Paul to life in this engaging new translation. By evoking his own memories in connection with the places where the Apostle lived, Decaux fuses the past with the present to offer an imaginative yet authentic image of St. Paul’s life and journeys. Complete with 24 pages of full-color masterpiece artwork and photos of biblical locations, Paul, Least of the Apostles is a spiritual tour-de-force that invites us to follow in Paul’s footsteps on the road to proclaim the Gospel of freedom with complete faith in “the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me” (Gal 2:20).

Also includes: An appendix containing the text of The Martyrdom of St. Paul, and a timeline of events contemporaneous with the life of St. Paul.

Author Profile
Alain Decaux, a respected historian and journalist, has written, directed, and collaborated in the publication of over fifty books and journals, several of which have become international best-sellers. Elected to the prestigious Académie Française in 1979, he has also enjoyed a successful career in both radio and television.

Paperback / 296 pages / Dimensions: 6 " x 9 1/4" / ISBN: 0819859583
Retail Price: $24.95

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Novena in Honor of Saint Paul

In this novena, we ask Saint Paul to teach us, through his example and his letters, which speak to us as much as they did to the early Christians, how to be so captivated by the love of Christ that we may truly be Christians—Christ in our world today.
This novena features a theme for each day, followed by a short invocation for Saint Paul’s assistance, the Opening Prayer, a piece from one of St. Paul’s letters, a meditation, and a Closing Prayer.

Pamphlet / 38 pages / Dimensions: 4" x 6" / ISBN: 0819851612
Retail price: $1.75

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Letters of Saint Paul

This volume is a collection of the Pauline letters. Perfect for the Pauline Jubilee year, Letters of Saint Paul is a beautiful gift for anyone seeking a closer relationship with this courageous man of faith. Letters of Saint Paul includes an illuminating introduction by Reverend Jeffrey Mickler, SSP. This exquisite book also includes prayers and a study guide that brings the reader deeper into the meaning of Paul’s letters and can be meditated upon for further reflection.

Paperback / 304 pages / Dimensions: 4" x 5 5/8" / ISBN: 0819845248
Retail Price: $7.95

Available June 2008

Saint Paul
The Thirteenth Apostle

By Mary Lea Hill, FSP

From a persecutor of the early Christians, St. Paul was changed forever when he met Christ on the way to Damascus. Although he was not one of the original twelve apostles, he became known as the “thirteenth apostle.” He traveled great distances, preaching and writing as he went along, to bring the Gospel of Jesus to everyone. His great love for the Lord and for all people will inspire young readers to follow his example!

Includes a glossary and a concluding prayer, as well as five black and white illustrations. Also includes maps of St. Paul’s four missionary journeys.

Paperback / 128 pages / Dimensions: 4 1/2" x 7" / ISBN: 0819871028
Retail Price: $7.95

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Saint Paul
COMIColor Saints

By Virginia Helen Richards, FSP & D. Thomas Halpin, FSP

Kids will love this comic-book-style coloring and activity book. Action-packed pages include some of the most exciting adventures of Saint Paul. Activity pages and cut-out trading cards add hours of extra fun! Ideal for ages 6–8.

About the author
Sr. Virginia Richards was born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1955, but was raised in California. She drew pictures and cartoons ceaselessly through childhood years and entered the Daughters of St. Paul in 1970.
She has done cartoon animation, handmade greeting cards, children’s illustrating, and children’s studies, and currently works at the community’s art studio in Boston, Massachusetts.

Booklet / 32 pages / Dimensions: 8 1/4" x 10 3/4" / ISBN: 0819871095
Retail Price: $2.95

Available June 2008

Adventures of Saint Paul

By Oldrich Selucky
Illustrated by Zdenka Krejcova

Vivid full-color illustrations highlight the life of St. Paul in this exciting biography. Adventures of Saint Paul is an engaging, educational, and action-packed novel for young readers that accurately tells the story of this inspiring saint’s life. Encourage children to learn from the best examples—the saints!

Perfect for beginner readers, ages 7–9

About the author
Oldřich Selucký studied in Prague at the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics of Charles University. He later studied ancient languages, philosophy, and theology in Austria and France. From 1990 to 1993, he taught philosophy and ethics at the Pedagogical Faculty of Charles University. He is the author of screenplays for television and radio documentaries, as well as several animated films for children.

Zdeňka Krejčová graduated from the Academy of Art, having studied under Prof. Karel Svolinsky, specializing in illustration and graphics. Her main interest is free creativity. She has illustrated about seventy books for children and assists in the making of animated films.

Paperback / 96 pages / Dimensions: 5 1/2" x 7 7/8" / ISBN: 0819807869
Retail Price: $9.95

Available August 2008