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1 trade catalog SPRING 2013 Resources for the Year of Faith 4 New Programs Perfect for the Year of Faith Catholic Prayer Catechism Lectio Divina / Life Application Divorce Healing

2 Your Account Representatives Lynn Klika President, Catholic Word Michele Sylvestro Director of Sales Mike Amparan Assistant Sales Manager Barbara Meyer Accounting Catherine Bjork Key Account Manager Thomas Martin Account Representative Marge Mortensen Sales Support Catholic Word is the official sales team for Ascension Press. Contents Year of Faith Resources 1 New Release: Oremus 2 New Release: The Catholic s Divorce Survival Guide 4 Recent Release: A Biblical Walk Through The Mass Study Program 5 New Release: Pillar I: The Creed Study Program 6 Catholic Bible Study 7 A Quick Journey Through the Bible Study Program 8 The Bible Timeline Version 2.0 Study Program 9 The Great Adventure Bible Study Program 10 Walking Towards Eternity Series One and Two Life Application 12 T3: Teen Bible Study 14 Great Adventure Kids 16 Bible Study Resources 17 Epic: A Journey Through Church History 18 The Gift: Theology of the Body 20 Marriage Preparation Programs 22 Theology of the Body for Young Adults: Freedom to Love 24 Theology of the Body pamphlets 25 Theology of the Body for Teens: High School Edition 26 Theology of the Body for Teens: Middle School Edition 28 Theology of the Body: Additional Resources 30 Best-Sellers Books 32 Customer Service & Ordering Bookstores and Parishes/Groups Call: Fax: Business hours are M-F, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST Individuals Shop online 24/7 by visiting: AscensionPress.com or call International Distributors Canada Sunrise Marian Centre sales@sunrisemarian.com sunrisemarian.com Australia St. Paul s Publishing Telephone: Fax: sales@stpauls.com.au stpauls.com.au John Garratt Publishing Toll Free: Telephone: (03) Fax: (03) sales@johngarratt.com.au johngarratt.com.au New Zealand Pleroma Christian Supplies Telephone: (06) Fax: (06) order@pleroma.org.nz Ireland/Europe Veritas Publications Telephone: Fax: sales@veritas.ie veritas.ie Asia Noah s Ark Creations Pte Ltd Phone: (65) Fax: (65) sales@noahsarkcreations.com noahsarkcreations.com

3 Resources for the Year of Faith! The Year of Faith is an opportunity for Catholics to renew our missionary calling and rediscover what it means to be Catholic. Our faith formation programs are excellent choices to help Catholics make the most of the Year of Faith. The Catechism Catholic Bible Study Church History Pillar I: The Creed See pg. 6 The Bible Timeline See pg. 9 Epic: A Journey Through Church History See pg. 18 Catholic Prayer Lectio Divina/Life Application Oremus See pg. 2-3 Walking Toward Eternity See pg. 12 AscensionPress.com

4 New Release Oremus Excellent LENTEN Program Oremus A Guide to Catholic Prayer Presented by Fr. Mark Toups Do you find it easy to pray? Is prayer an integral part of your day? Do you hear God s voice in your daily life, and know how to respond accordingly? For most of us, prayer becomes a source of frustration as we struggle to calm our minds and to find even a few minutes to pray. In our busy lives, prayer is seen as a luxury, when in reality it is the foundation of a healthy spiritual life. The good news is that you can overcome your difficulties with prayer, and it is easier than you might think. The Oremus study program teaches you the essentials of an effective and fruitful prayer life. Over the course of eight weeks you will discover how God speaks to you, even in the smallest encounters. Following the Tradition of the Catholic Church and the wisdom of the saints, you will learn how to express yourself to God in prayer, and how to hear his voice. Groups Will: 3 DVDs (Eight, 30 min. sessions) CDs Student Workbook Leader s Guide Become aware of God s presence in their lives. Discover the simple yet profound steps of Catholic prayer. Learn how to respond to God and express themselves in prayer. Discover how to hear God s voice in Scripture, in their hearts, and in ordinary moments. Learn how to overcome frustrations, distractions, and dryness in prayer. See that desolation and consolation are a normal part of everyone s walk with God. Grow in their relationships with God and those around them. and much more! Starter Pack: 1) 3 DVD Set (Eight, 30 min. sessions) 2) Student Workbook (112 pages, full color) 3) Leader s Guide (120 pages, full color) You Save AscensionPress.com

5 A Guide to Catholic Prayer How Is Oremus Implemented? Each of the eight sessions in Oremus begins with a 30 minute DVD (or CD) presentation by Fr. Toups. Participants then break into small groups to discuss the questions and additional material in the accomanying student workbook. Each week s session focuses on a specific aspect of prayer that will lead the group progressively to a deeper understanding of prayer while also providing specific instruction on how to pray more effectively. Oremus Weekly Session Schedule Week One: What is Prayer? Week Two: Before Your Prayer Begins Week Three: Lectio Divina Week Four: Relational Prayer Week Five: Spiritual Senses Week Six: Discernment in Prayer Week Seven: Dealing with Distractions Week Eight: Desolation and Consolation 112 page full-color workbook What People Are Saying: Oremus helps us learn how to enter into prayer and I think it could be revolutionary for parishioners who want to know how to pray and to be able to apply that to their experience of the Liturgy. Lindsey Lanier If you don t have a prayer life right now, it will help you start one. If you have one and are not exactly sure if you re praying correctly, it will give you those tips on how to do it. Roslind Hamilton it s really helped me to grow in my relationship with God and to realize that he is waiting for me to answer his call to prayer and to communion with him throughout my life. Rachel Johnson What touched my heart about Oremus is that it drew me closer to the Lord, to know him as my Father, to know that he s passionately pursuing me. Carla Sumner Fr. Mark Toups is a priest for the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux, where he serves as director of seminarians. In addition, he works with the Institute for Priestly Formation, specializing in communications, development, and spiritual direction. Fr. Toups has also served as pastor of St. Lucy s Catholic Church in Houma, LA and St. Luke s Catholic Church in Thibodaux, LA. He received his master of divinity degree from Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans. AscensionPress.com

6 New Release Divorce Ministry Bring Hope and Healing to Your Divorced Parishioners The Catholic s Divorce Survival Guide 12-part study by Rose Sweet Marriage is meant to last a lifetime. Most engaged couples approach their wedding day fully believing and intending this. Sadly, however, too many hearts and homes end up experiencing the pain of divorce. This often brings about unexpected and unimaginable heartache, questions, and challenges. Is there hope? Yes! That s the good news this new program offers. The Catholic s Divorce Survival Guide was created to bring hope and healing to those who have experienced the pain and loneliness of a broken marriage. It is for the newly divorced or separated and those still struggling to pick up the pieces after many years. Developed and hosted by Rose Sweet, The Catholic s Divorce Survival Guide features experts Dr. Ray Guarendi; Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC; Christopher West; Fr. Steve Porter; and Fr. Mitch Pacwa, SJ. It also includes personal testimonies of Catholic men and women who have suffered through the trials of divorce. Participants will laugh, cry, and identify with their journeys from heartache to healing. Participants Will: 12 DVDs Personal Guide Leader s Guide and Documents Discover how to work through the emotions of separation and divorce. Learn how to gain personal healing and hope. Gain wisdom and comfort from others who share their experiences. Address questions of forgiveness and new family dynamics. Gain an understanding of the annulment process. and much more! I have never seen anything even close to the responses we re getting with this series. The DVDs feature an incredible cast of Catholic experts who are easy to listen to and relate to. It propels my own spiritual growth, and helps me bring hope to others. Giovanna DeSanti-Medina El Cajon, CA Starter Pack: 1) 12 DVD set 2) Personal Journal 3) Leader s Guide 4) Welcome packet with resources for leaders Invoice Price: You Save Rose Sweet has authored or contributed to ten books on the topics of divorce, parenting, and relationships, and has given hundreds of presentations, including as a keynote speaker at several conferences. She has facilitated divorce recovery classes and has served in the Diocese of San Bernardino as a lay advocate, working with the tribunal and those Catholics who are seeking a Decree of Nullity (annulment). 4 AscensionPress.com

7 The Mass A Biblical Walk Through The Mass 5-Part Study by Edward Sri Adult Faith Formation Program As Catholics, the Mass is the center of our Faith. We celebrate it every day. We know all the responses. We know all the gestures. But do we know what it all means? Using the revised translation of the Mass, this five-part program takes participants on an exciting tour of the Liturgy as it explores the biblical roots of the words and gestures we experience at Mass and explains their profound significance. Catholics will come to know and understand the Mass like never before. They will see, perhaps for the first time, why they say what they say and do what they do every week at Mass. The words and gestures will be seen in a new light, giving new life to the liturgical experience. Student Pack (Student Workbook & Book) Leader s Pack (Leader s Guide & Book) DVD Set (Five, 30 min. sessions) CD Set (Five, 30 min. sessions) A Guide to the New Translation of the Mass Booklet Free Leader Resources including posters, flyers, bulletin/pulpit announcements available online: GuidetotheMass.com Groups Will: Learn the biblical background to the words, prayers, and gestures of the Liturgy, all in the context of the revised Mass translation. Discover how the Mass is a true representation of Christ s redeeming sacrifice on the Cross. Explore the three key aspects of the Mass as a Sacrifice, Real Presence, and Holy Communion. Gain helpful insights for getting the most out of every Mass. and much more! Starter Pack: 1) 3 DVD Set (Five, 30 min. sessions) 2) Leader s Guide 3) Student Workbook 4) A Biblical Walk Through the Mass Book 5) A Guide to the New Translation of the Mass Booklet You Save AscensionPress.com

8 Catechism The Creed A New Study on the Catechism! Pillar I: The Creed 12-Part Study Presented by Sean Innerst Celebrate the Year of Faith by taking an exciting journey through the Catechism of the Catholic Church. This special year marks the 20th anniversary of the publication of the Catechism, and is the perfect time for Catholics to open up the riches of this great resource. Far more than a list of Faith facts, the Catechism provides a sure map for their journey of faith, which can be easily navigated and deeply enriching with the right tools. Year of Faith Resource Participants will learn how the teachings of the Church are intimately connected with the story of the Faith and how they can enter into that story. The goal of the Pillars program is not simply to teach the content of the Faith, as important as that is today, but also to encourage and equip people to live the Faith in a new way. Groups Will: It was totally outstanding In every lecture, he gave us insights that I don t think any of us had ever heard before about the Catechism I thought that Sean was just an amazing presenter. Colleen Lum Lung Learn why the Catechism should be treated less like a fact book and more like a roadmap for our faith journey. Learn God s innermost secret and how we re called to participate in it. See that our journey of faith is one from Blessing to Blessing, that the God who made us wills that we return to him. Discover how the Catechism can be seen as a new catechesis for the New Evangelization. Learn how what we believe emerges from the living story of salvation history. Discover the role the angels play in aiding our salvation, and how they are truly present to us. and much more! 6 DVDs (Twelve, 45 min. sessions) CDs Study Set Leader s Binder More information & free Leader Resources available at: CatechismStudy.com Dr. Sean Innerst teaches theology and catechetics at St. John Vianney Theological Seminary and at the Augustine Institute in Denver. He is the author of From Blessing to Blessing, which outlines the catechetical principles on which the Pillars program is based. He resides in Denver with his wife, Cathy, and their children. Starter Pack: 1) 6 DVD Set (Twelve, 45 min. sessions) 2) Study Set 3) Leader s Binder You Save AscensionPress.com

9 Catholic Bible Study The Great Adventure: A Journey Through the Bible The Great Adventure is a Catholic Bible study program that makes the complex simple by teaching the story (the narrative) of the Bible. Great Adventure studies are in thousands of parishes in all fifty states and on five continents. Hundreds of thousands of Catholics have learned to read the Bible through this program, which provides a solid foundation for all Scripture reading and study. Getting the Big Picture If you re new to Bible study, A Quick Journey Through the Bible is the place to start. This simple and engaging introduction to the Bible gives you the big picture and prepares you for further studies in The Great Adventure. A Quick Journey Through The Bible QUESTIONS? Bible Study Consultants are available to guide you in choosing the best program for your group. We re here to help you every step of the way! Foundational Studies The Great Adventure Catholic Bible study program is based on a three-part Foundational Series that explores salvation history in depth while teaching Catholic principles for studying Scripture. To receive the greatest benefit of the program we recommend the following sequence. STEP 1: The Bible Timeline: The Story of Salvation STEP 2: Matthew: The King & His Kingdom STEP 3: Acts: The Spread of the Kingdom Ongoing Studies AscensionPress.com

10 Catholic Bible Study BEGIN THE ADVENTURE Year of Faith Resource A Quick Journey Through the Bible By Jeff Cavins (Presenter) and Sarah Christmyer This eight-part series taught by Jeff Cavins provides an excellent introduction and overview of the Bible from a Catholic perspective. The Quick Journey study briefly covers salvation history in a series of eight, half-hour talks that are complemented by group discussion questions, useful maps and charts, and brief assignments for home study. This study makes the complexity of the Bible simple through an easy-to-follow narrative approach and an ingenious colorcoded Bible Timeline. This is a great way to get your feet wet and learn how to begin authentic Catholic Bible study. 4 DVDs (8 sessions) CDs (8 sessions) DVDs Include Spanish & English Subtitles! For Free Resources and Information and Training visit BibleStudyforCatholics.com Groups Will: Discover the major people, places, events, and themes of the Bible. Learn fourteen narrative books of the Bible and the twelve major time periods of salvation history. Study the six covenants God made with humanity, leading to the establishment of the Catholic Church. See how fourteen narrative books fit in with the other fifty-nine books of the Bible. Learn how to use the color-coded tools to remember the important time periods of the Old and New Testaments. Starter Pack includes: 1) 4 DVD Set (Eight, 30 min. Sessions) 2) Student Pack 3) Leader s Guide You Save English Spanish Student Pack The pack includes the 33 full-color Bible Timeline Chart, A Quick Journey Through the Bible Student Guide (64 pages), full-color Bible Timeline Bookmark, and a Memory Bead Wristband. Student Pack Spanish Student Pack Leader s Pack The pack includes the 33 full-color chart, A Quick Journey Through the Bible Leader s Guide (116 pages), the full-color Bible Timeline Bookmark, and a Memory Bead Wristband. Leader s Pack Spanish Leader s Pack AscensionPress.com

11 Catholic Bible Study Foundation STEP 1 The Bible Timeline by Jeff Cavins (Presenter), Sarah Christmyer, and Tim Gray The Bible Timeline is a fascinating study that takes participants on a journey through the entire Bible. They will go deep into each period of salvation history and discover the amazing story woven throughout all of Scripture. Using a unique color-coded system, they will learn the major people, places, and events of the Bible, and see how they all come together to reveal the remarkable story of our Faith. 12 DVDs (24 sessions) CDs (24 sessions) For Free Leader Resources and Information on Seminars and Training visit BibleStudyforCatholics.com The effect on my parishioners has been wonderful: a deeper love for Christ, a deeper experience with the sacraments, and continued growth and love for the Scriptures. Fr. Michael Becker St. Paul, MN Groups Will: Read fourteen narrative books of the Bible and discover the amazing story woven throughout Scripture. Learn how the key people, places, and events in the Bible fit together to reveal God s plan for humanity. See how the events in the Old Testament are fulfilled in the New Testament by Christ and the Church. Study the Bible from a Catholic perspective and see how our Faith is rooted in Sacred Scripture. Gain a greater appreciation for the Scripture readings they hear during Mass. See how God reveals himself to us through Scripture and learn how God s word applies to their lives today. Develop a life-long hunger for knowing God in his word and lay a strong foundation for further Bible reading and study. The Bible Timeline Study Kit: Written by Sarah Christmyer Study Set Questions & Responses (258 pages) Bible Timeline Binder Bible Timeline Chart Bible Timeline Bookmark Memory Bead Wristband Bible Timeline Study Kit AscensionPress.com

12 Catholic Bible Study Foundation Foundational Studies STEP 2 Matthew Matthew: The King and His Kingdom shows how Jesus builds on the foundation laid in the Old Testament to inaugurate the Kingdom of Heaven on earth. For this reason, it is an ideal follow-up study to the basic narrative of Scripture taught in The Bible Timeline course. Study Set with Binder Written by Sarah Christmyer, the Matthew Study Set Questions (100 pages) guide participants through their study of the Gospel with thought-provoking questions about the book of Matthew and related portions of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Comprehensive Study Set Responses (96 pages) provide answers and further commentary on the questions as well as a substantive review of each lesson. Each lesson is designed to be followed by the corresponding talk from the DVD or CD series. Study Set with Binder (196 pages) Presented by Jeff Cavins For Free Leader Resources and Information on Seminars and Training visit BibleStudyforCatholics.com This is a 24-part DVD or CD series (Twenty-four, 53-minute sessions) on 12 DVDs or 24 CDs. This series is the essential companion to the Matthew Study Set as it provides the commentary for the study. 12 DVDs (24 sessions) CDs (24 sessions) STEP 3 Acts Acts: The Spread of the Kingdom, builds on The Bible Timeline and Matthew by showing how the Church, Christ s Kingdom on earth, is empowered to carry out his work in the world. The book of Acts shows the Church, enlivened by the Holy Spirit, teaching, preaching, healing, and restoring outcasts in the same way that Jesus did on earth. The Acts of the Apostles provides the historical framework for understanding the rest of the New Testament. Paul s letters in particular come alive in a new way when they are read within the context of the Acts narrative. Study Set with Binder Written by Sarah Christmyer, the Acts Study Set Questions (100 pages) guide participants through their study with thought-provoking questions about the book of Acts and related portions of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Comprehensive Study Set Responses (96 pages) provide answers and further commentary on the questions as well as a substantive review of each lesson. Each lesson is designed to be followed by the corresponding talk from the DVD or CD series. Study Set with Binder (168 pages) Presented by Jeff Cavins This is a 20-part DVD or CD series (twenty, 53-minute lessons) on 10 DVDs or 20 CDs. This series is the essential companion to the Acts Study Set as it provides the commentary for the study. 10 DVDs (20 sessions) CDs (20 sessions) AscensionPress.com

13 Catholic Bible Study Ongoing Studies Ongoing Studies Psalms: The School of Prayer Presented by Jeff Cavins and Tim Gray, Ph.D. With Psalms: The School of Prayer, The Great Adventure moves from telling the Story to making it personal. While the historical books of the Bible recount God s creative and redemptive acts in history, the Psalms reveal Israel s response to God s covenant offer, and serve as a model for our response to him. 6 DVDs (11 sessions) CDs (11 sessions) Study Set with Binder: Written by Jeff Cavins, Sarah Christmyer, and Tim Gray, Ph.D. Study Set with Binder Revelation: The Kingdom Yet to Come Presented by Jeff Cavins In this intriguing look at one of the most talked-about books in Scripture, Jeff Cavins explores Revelation to demonstrate how the kingdom established by Christ in his Church is intimately connected with the kingdom of heaven, especially through the celebration of the Mass. 6 DVDs (11 sessions) CDs (11 sessions) Study Set with Binder: Written by Jeff Cavins and Thomas Smith Study Set with Binder (90 pages) James: Pearls for Wise Living Presented by Jeff Cavins James is one of the most practical books of the Bible. Like the book of Proverbs, it is a book of wisdom, a collection of teachings on issues faced by ordinary Christians in everyday life. This study offers pearls for wise living by applying the wisdom of James to the present. For anyone who has struggled to live a truly Christian life, James offers a wealth of practical solutions. 6 DVDs (11 sessions) CDs (11 sessions) Study Set with Binder: Written by Sarah Christmyer Study Set with Binder (92 pages) First Corinthians: The Church and the Christian Community Presented by Tim Gray, Ph.D. The conflicts of the early Christians in Corinth are in many ways similar to our struggles today as Christians. With divisions, immorality, persecution, and other trials of the faithful, the message of St. Paul to the Corinthians is a much-needed message for our own times. 4 DVDs (11 sessions) CDs (11 sessions) Study Set with Binder: Written by Tim Gray, Ph.D. Study Set with Binder (92 pages) Exodus: Called to Freedom Presented by Tim Gray, Ph.D. Exodus looks through the lens of Christ and the Church to show that, more than just seeking to free his people from the domination of Pharaoh, God desired to free his people from the far more sinister tyranny of sin, so they could live the authentic freedom that belongs to children of God. 3 DVDs (10 sessions) CDs (10 sessions) Study Set with Binder: Written by Tim Gray, Ph.D. and Scott Powell Study Set with Binder (88 pages) AscensionPress.com

14 Catholic Bible Study Life Application Walking Toward Eternity is an inspiring series designed to help students live their faith more fully. Through daily prayerful meditation with Scripture (lectio divina), they will be drawn into an intimate and life-changing encounter with Christ. By putting the fruits of their study into practice, they will be able to make real changes in their lives, changes that will make them more like the people God created them to be. Walking Toward Eternity: Series One Daring to Walk the Walk 8-Part Study Year of Faith Resource by Jeff & Emily Cavins Daring to Walk the Walk, the first series of Walking Toward Eternity introduces seven key virtues and outlines practical steps for living them out in daily life. Your group will learn how to walk in: Love Forgiveness Humility Prayerfulness Faithfulness Sacrifice Thankfulness 4 DVDs CDs Journal with Bookmark Download your free Leader s Guide at WalkingTowardEternity.com Groups Will: Learn practical steps for living a life of Christian virtue. Discover lectio divina and uncover the riches and wisdom of Scripture. Learn how to listen for and respond to the voice of Lectio Divina Bookmark Leader s Guide Journal 8-Part Study (4 DVDs) God in your life. See the inspiring stories of those who have faithfully walked in Christian virtue. Discover the life-changing power of personal prayer. Commit to making real and lasting changes in your life. and much more. Starter Pack: Featuring powerful 1) 4 DVD Set (Eight, 50 min. sessions) vignettes from people 2) Journal walking in each virtue! 3) Lectio Divina Bookmark 4) Leader s Guide You Save AscensionPress.com

15 Catholic Bible Study Life Application Walking Toward Eternity: Series Two Engaging the Struggles of Your Heart 8-Part Study by Jeff & Emily Cavins Engaging the Struggles of Your Heart, the second series in the Walking Toward Eternity Program, is a challenging study that can open our eyes to obstacles in our Christian walk such as greed, envy, fear and shame. Through prayer, reflection, guidance, and the aid of the Holy Spirit, we begin to engage these difficulties in a positive way as we continue toward our goal of union with Christ. This study introduces seven common struggles and teaches how to engage with them: Appetites Shame Envy Anger Fear Loneliness Hopelessness 4 DVDs CDs Journal with Bookmark Download your free Leader s Guide at WalkingTowardEternity.com What People Are Saying: I was blown away it just touched my heart in a way that I wasn t expecting. Helen T. We re so immersed in our day-to-day activities, we let the noise of the world keep us from addressing the things we need to in our lives. This study gives us the time and space to do that, and gives you the tools to know how to do it, too. Bob H. The Walking Toward Eternity series has been a wonderful experience for me. It has opened my heart, and ignited my spiritual journey to the Lord. Mary R. Everything about it spoke to me personally. The stories that Jeff interwove within his teaching really illuminated what he was saying. Tess A. Lectio Divina Bookmark Leader s Guide Starter Pack: Journal 8-Part Study (4 DVDs) 1) 4 DVD Set (Eight, 50 min. sessions) 2) Journal 3) Lectio Divina Bookmark 4) Leader s Guide You Save Jeff and Emily Cavins have collaborated in creating Bible studies for more than thirty years. Jeff s Great Adventure Catholic Bible study program has helped hundreds of thousands of Catholics to read and understand Scripture. Jeff serves as the director of the Archbishop Harry J. Flynn Catechetical Institute in St. Paul, Minnesota. Emily is the author of several books including A Pilgrim s Guide to the Holy Sepulchre and Golgotha in Jerusalem. Together, Jeff and Emily lead pilgrimages to the Holy Land and other biblical places. AscensionPress.com

16 Catholic Bible Study Teens T3: The Teen Timeline The Teen Timeline or T3 is the teen version of the revolutionary Great Adventure Bible Study program that hundreds of thousands of Catholic adults have used to learn the Bible (see pages 10-13). A unique approach coupled with an engaging DVD video presentation and interactive workbook materials ensures that your teens experience of the Bible will be anything but ordinary. The T3 DVDs are packed with relevant and inspiring insights for young believers who are desperately in search of God s truth. T3: The Teen Timeline 8-Part Series Presented by Mark Hart Dynamic teen presenter Mark Hart makes the Bible come alive for Catholic teens by unpacking God s Word in a way they can relate to and understand. T3 teaches teens the Bible by following the fascinating story of Scripture and showing them the big picture of salvation history. When young students of the Bible first understand the story, they are eager to learn more. The net result: teens begin to wrap their minds and hearts around the Scriptures. They come to see the Bible as a relevant part of their lives. 4 DVD Set CD Set Teen Study Kit *(one per student) Leader s Guide The Teen Timeline Will: Free up adult leaders programming and preparation schedules, enabling them to spend more time ministering to teens. Make the job of catechists and youth ministers easier with systematic instruction materials. Reach teens with the truth of God s word in an engaging presentation. Give teens a solid foundation for future Bible study. Make Bible instruction easy with DVDs specifically designed for teens. Give instructors valuable insights in effective communication of the Gospel to a post-modern generation of Catholics. Paint portraits of some of the great heroes/ heroines of the Bible with a fresh, modern context. Leave your teens laughing, pondering, and desiring to read the Bible on their own! Starter Pack includes: 1) 4 DVD Set (Eight, 30 min. sessions) 2) Teen Study Kit, which includes: Teen Timeline Workbook (72 pp) Full-color Bible Timeline Chart Fill-in Bible Timeline Chart Bible Timeline Bookmark 3) Leader s Guide You Save AscensionPress.com

17 Catholic Bible Study Teens T3: Matthew Thy Kingdom Come You ve seen the incredible response your teens had to T3: The Teen Timeline. Wait until you see how their faith is deepened and their perspective transformed by our new teen Scripture study on the Gospel of Matthew, Thy Kingdom Come. Witness firsthand the timeless power of the Gospel on this post-modern generation, as your young Catholics come face to face with the love and the mercy of Jesus Christ! Thy Kingdom Come 8-Part Series 4 DVDs CDs Student Workbook Leader s Guide Starter Pack: Includes 4 DVD Set, Student Workbook, and Leader s Guide You Save T3: Acts The Keys and the Sword T3: Acts The Keys and the Sword equips teens with a foundational understanding of the main characters, doctrines, events, and journeys that make up this incredible gospel of the Holy Spirit. Beginning with the Ascension and Pentecost, these four sessions offer a deeper look at Sts. Peter and Paul, the evolution of the early Christian Church, the call to evangelization, the sacramental ministry, the first Christian communities, the trials of an evangelist, the call to offer our lives as a living witness, and much more. T3: Acts will leave your young people laughing, engaged, and ready for more! The Keys and the Sword 4-Part Series 2 DVDs CDs Student Workbook Leader s Guide Starter Pack: Includes 2 DVD Set, Student Workbook, and Leader s Guide You Save T3: Revelation The Lion and the Lamb In T3:Revelation The Lion and the Lamb, Mark Hart calms the concerns and unpacks the myths about Revelation, the end times, the mark of the beast, and much more. T3:Revelation gives your teens an invaluable foundation for understanding the book of Revelation, while pointing out its modern significance, practical application, and daily relevance to a teenager s life. In each of the four lessons, Mark skillfully unpacks the book s main points and key chapters, while continually referring to the wisdom offered by our Catholic Faith. The Lion and the Lamb 4-Part Series 2 DVDs CDs Student Workbook Leader s Guide Starter Pack: Includes 2 DVD Set, Student Workbook, and Leader s Guide You Save AscensionPress.com

18 Catholic Bible Study Children Your Kids Can Have Fun While Learning the Bible! Great Adventure Kids is a dynamic new learning system designed to teach children the story of the Bible in a fun and interactive manner. This system is based on the very popular Great Adventure line of adult Bible study materials, which have helped hundreds of thousands of people all over the world grow in their love for Sacred Scripture and make reading it a part of their daily lives. Great Adventure Kids Pack The five items included in this educational package (Bible Timeline Chart, Bible Card Game Set, Bible Story Coloring Book, Bookmark, and Prayer Beads) are based on the color-coded system of The Great Adventure and will aid in teaching children the narrative story of salvation history. Through play, memorization, prayer, and interaction, these learning tools bring familiar Bible stories into a system where children can relate them to their own life. Includes instructional parents/teachers guide Six Games in One! Great Adventure Kids Bible Card Game Set by Emily Cavins & Sarah Christmyer Illustrated by Eileen McCook The Great Adventure Kids Bible Card Game Set is a fun-filled and beautifully illustrated system designed to teach children as young as three the big picture of salvation history. Kids young and old and adults, too will have fun while learning the story of the Bible. Instructions for six games are included, from the easier Memory and Go Fish concepts, to the more complex Rummy, Crazy Eights, Doubt It, and Spoons. These cards are designed to help players learn the progression of the periods of Bible history by color as well as to recognize key characters, events, and Bible references. The games can be played with a small group or with a larger one in a classroom or religious education setting. 80 full-color cards Great Adventure Kids Let s Journey Through the Bible Bible Story Coloring Book by Emily Cavins, Illustrated by Eileen McCook This 10 x 13 Bible Story Coloring Book includes 49 pages of illustrated Bible stories. It is designed to help you teach your children the story of salvation history in chronological order. There are four coloring pages from each of the 12 periods of Bible history. A brief summary of the time period or Bible story accompanies each picture, bringing the Scriptures to life for your children. This is ideal for younger children, but it is also helpful for all readers to understand the overall story of the Bible in an historical context Great Adventure Kids Bible Timeline Chart by Emily Cavins and Sarah Christmyer The Great Adventure Kids Bible Timeline Chart is a color-coded, accordion-style folding chart that details the 12 periods of Bible history. With its vibrant colors and kid-friendly illustrations, this unique resource shows children the chronology of the Bible in a way they re sure to remember. This double-sided resource includes important maps, prayers, an explanation of the six historical covenants between God and man, and How You Fit into the Story, a summary of the sacraments of initiation and life in Christ Great Adventure Kids Bookmark The color-coded bookmark is a scaled-down version of the Great Adventure Kids Bible Timeline Chart for easy reference. Not only can children use it to mark their spot while reading, they can reference the symbols on the card to know what period of salvation history they are reading from in the Bible royal Kingdom i & ii samuel i KinGs 1-11 PurPlE royalty divided Kingdom 2009 Ascension Press LAC.1208 i KinGs ii KinGs 1-16 BlacK israel s darkest Period Early World Patriarchs Genesis 1-11 ExilE return ii KinGs BaBy BluE Judah singing the blues in baby lon Genesis ezra nehemiah yellow Judah returning home to brighter days EgyPt & Exodus maccabean revolt messianic FulFillmEnt the church i maccabees luke ACTs Great Adventure Kids Prayer Beads The Great Adventure Prayer Beads are designed to be used in conjunction with the Bible Timeline Prayer printed on the back panel of the Great Adventure Kids Bible Timeline Chart. The Bible Timeline Prayer emphasizes the important lessons God wants us to learn from each period of Bible history and helps children learn God s plan for their lives. Choking hazard: contains small parts, not suitable for children under 3 years old turquoise The color of earth viewed from space Burgundy God s blood covenant with Abraham red The red sea orange Fire in the oil lamps in the purified temple desert WandErings exodus numbers tan The Color of the desert gold Gifts of the magi conquest & JudgEs green JOshuA JudGes The Green hills of Canaan WhitE The spotless bride of Christ 16 AscensionPress.com

19 Bible Study Resources Walking with God A Journey Through the Bible by Dr. Tim Gray and Jeff Cavins Unpack the central story woven throughout Scripture and present it in an easy-to-read, concise manner. Gray and Cavins take you on a journey through the narrative books of the Bible the ones that tell the story and present a panoramic view of God s glorious plan of salvation. Their expert commentary dives deep into the mysteries of Scripture, unlocking its riches and showing how these inspired words are meant for you today. With keen insight and a genius for making the complex simple, Gray and Cavins help us see the big picture of God s Word by guiding us through the depths and compelling details of the biblical narrative. This book is an invaluable guide to the mystery and meaning of Sacred Scripture. 298 pages Most Rev. Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. Archbishop of Philadelphia National Catholic Bible Conference Talk CD Set In June 2012 more than a thousand Catholics from around the world came to learn from Bible study experts how to effectively read Scripture, how to understand it, and how to apply its remarkable wisdom in daily life. This 18-talk set features some of the most gifted Catholic Bible teachers in the Church today, including Tim Gray, Scott Hahn, Jeff Cavins, Edward Sri, Sarah Christmyer, Martha Fernández-Sardina, and Thomas Smith. Listen as they share how to unlock the riches of Scripture. 18 CD Set The Bible Timeline Guided Journal by Sarah Christmyer This is more than just a journal; it is a personal guide through the story of salvation history. This valuable journal will assist you with a ninety-day plan for reading the fourteen narrative books of the Bible. With plenty of room for notes, this resource contains thought-provoking questions to help jump-start your journaling, tips on how to study the Bible, and a prayer for each day of readings. Pages: 236 Hardcover with Ribbon Catholic Bible Indexing Tabs Self-adhesive tabs that match the 12 periods of The Great Adventure Bible Timeline system Then and Now Bible Maps Colorful, userfriendly maps which show the political and religious development of the Holy Land. Spiral Lay Flat Hardcover The Bible Thumper I, II Jim Burnham, Matthew Pinto, and Brian Butler Contains 850 Bible verses on commonly questioned Catholic teachings. Set Price AscensionPress.com

20 Church History Church History Taught from a Solidly Catholic Perspective Church history is not just the recitation of popes, people, places, and events; it is a story of adventure, intrigue, rebellion, reform, and devotion. This story is, in fact, our story; this is our family. If we know our past, and how we fit into the story, we will be better prepared to face whatever may come in the future. Epic: A Journey Through Church History 20-Part Study Presented by Steve Weidenkopf Journey through the history of Catholicism! This exciting 20-Part (20-hour) DVD series takes participants through the major people, places, and events that make up the history of the Catholic Church. They will see the glory of the Church founded by Christ, and understand where they fit into this epic story. 10 DVDs (Twenty, 50 min. sessions) CDs (20 sessions) Study Set (Includes Chart and Bookmark) Free Leader Resources available online: OurCatholicHistory.com Year of Faith Resource Epic fills an urgent need for adult Catholics to recover their history as a believing community This is a vivid, thorough, and engaging program. I heartily recommend it. Most Rev. Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., Archbishop of Philadelphia Groups Will: Learn about the major people, places, and events of the two-thousand years of Church history. Remember the 12 time periods of Church history using a unique color-coded system. Learn the true story of the Crusades. Understand the rationale of the medieval Inquisitors and the Spanish Inquisition. Discover the revolutionary character of the Protestant Reformation. Know the real story of the confrontation between Galileo and the Church. Discover the massive persecution of Christians in the twentieth century. and much more! Starter Pack includes: 1) 10 DVD set (Twenty, 50 min. sessions) 2) Epic Study Set: Epic Workbook (220 pages) Epic Chart Epic Bookmark You Save AscensionPress.com

21 Church History The Early Church 10-Part Study Presented by Steve Weidenkopf Discover the amazing story of the first 500 years of Church history a time filled with courageous saints, brilliant philosophers, eloquent theologians, ruthless emperors, and heroic martyrs. Blessed John Paul II said, Christ is the foundation and center of history, he is its meaning and ultimate goal. This exciting study program encourages people to grow closer to Christ through a deeper understanding of his Church. This study is the perfect way to inspire Catholics to a greater appreciation for the Church and for the role they can play as vibrant members of the parish community. 5 DVDs CDs (Ten, 45 min. sessions) Study Set (Includes Chart and Bookmark) Leader s Pack (Includes Chart and Bookmark) Free Leader Resources available online: OurCatholicHistory.com Dynamic On-Screen Graphics, Stunning Photography, & Classic Art Full-Color Study Materials Animated Maps Catechism References...and much more! Groups Will: Discover the major people, places, and events of the first 500 years of Church history. Recognize that the early Christian Church truly was the Catholic Church. Gain a greater understanding of the teachings and dogmas of the Catholic Faith and meet those who gave their lives to defend them. Discover that many of the challenges facing the Church today are the same ones boldly confronted by the early Church fathers. Learn how the heroic stories of the saints can challenge and affirm your own walk of faith. and much more! Starter Pack: 1) 5 DVD Set (Ten, 45 min. sessions) 2) Study Set: Student Workbook (160 pages, full-color) Epic: The Early Church Chart Epic Bookmark 3) Leader s Pack (208 pages, full-color) includes Chart and Bookmark You Save AscensionPress.com

22 Theology of the Body Adults A New Sexual Revolution Blessed John Paul II devoted the first major teaching of his pontificate to what he called the Theology of the Body a study of what God has revealed about himself in and through the human body. This teaching is now being hailed as a new sexual revolution, because it calls everyone regardless of age or vocation to an authentic understanding and living out of what it means to be created male and female in the image and likeness of God. There are good reasons why the Theology of the Body is in such demand around the world. It is renewing marriages, awakening vocations, healing deep personal wounds, and setting people free to live the life of greatness they were created for. This is no passing theological fad, but a rich, refined understanding of our Catholic Faith. An Introduction to the Theology of the Body 8-Part Study Presented by Christopher West Based on Blessed John Paul II s profound teaching and presented by world-renowned speaker and author Christopher West, The Gift Series is a comprehensive system designed to lay a firm foundation for those who desire to learn and incorporate the Theology of the Body into their daily lives. An Introduction to the Theology of the Body: Discovering the Master Plan for Your Life, is an eight-part, four-hour study designed to give you a solid understanding of God s plan for humanity a plan stamped right into our bodies. View Sample Video Clips and Download Free Leader Resources at TheTheologyoftheBody.com 4 DVDs (8 sessions) CDs (8 sessions) Student Workbook Leader s Guide Groups Will: Learn why the redemption of our sexuality is the key to happiness Develop a new lens through which to see the world with greater clarity See how God s mystery is revealed through the body and spousal love Discover the truth behind the lies of lust and pornography and how they can be overcome Learn the language of sexual love and much more. Starter Pack: 1) 8 DVD Set (Eight, 30 min. sessions) 2) Student Workbook 3) Leader s Guide You Save AscensionPress.com

23 Theology of the Body Adults What People Are Saying: I am familiar with the excellent work Christopher West has done and continues to do promoting Catholic teaching on life and love, especially as given to us by Blessed John Paul II in his Theology of the Body. I encourage one and all to listen with an open heart to the message of hope he brings. Most Rev. Kevin C. Rhoades, Bishop of Fort Wayne-South Bend With intellectual care, with the experience bred of long years of teaching this material in the classroom and the parish, and taking account of his own experiences as a husband and father, Christopher West has put us in his debt by making the Theology of the Body available to a wide and, I hope, appreciative readership. George Weigel Senior Fellow, Ethics & Public Policy Center West has a deep and faithful understanding of John Paul II. His work is uncompromisingly in line with the Church s Faith. Michael Waldstein, Ph.D., Translator of John Paul II s Man and Woman He Created Them: A Theology of the Body The vibrancy of Christopher West, his infectious enthusiasm and penetrating understanding of the thoughts of Blessed John Paul II is well-known to those who have heard his lectures and tapes. The public needs to hear what the Holy Father thinks on issues of sexuality, marriage, and celibacy, West has generously committed his considerable talents to making this a possibility. Dr. Janet Smith Professor of Life Issues, Sacred Heart Seminary, Detroit This message is so applicable to me and everybody I have ever met. It has helped me with my role as father, my role as a husband, my role at work, and in every aspect of my life. Scott M. As a single person, when I found the Theology of the Body, I experienced a movement from loneliness to a profound union with Christ. I finally understood what it really meant when the disciples were lit on fire by the Holy Spirit. Matt Z. Your Call to Greatness Your Call to Greatness, is a onehour vision for life talk. It is perfect for anyone new to this teaching, and can be used as a precursor study to An Introduction to the Theology of the Body. It answers some of the most fundamental questions of human existence, including: What is our call to greatness? and What will bring the happiness we all long for? DVD CD Student Workbook Leader s Guide Starter Pack: Includes DVD, Workbook and Leader s Guides You Save Into the Heart This 16-part study follows and builds upon An Introduction to the Theology of the Body as it moves participants deeper into this lifetransforming teaching. Take the Into the Heart journey and discover what saints and mystics alike have always known: a life of ecstasy and deep union with God is not only possible it s what you were created for and a lot closer than you think! 8 DVDs (16 sessions) CDs (16 sessions) Student Workbook Leader s Guide Starter Pack: Includes 8 DVD Set, Workbook and Leader s Guides You Save AscensionPress.com

24 Marriage Preparation English Marriage & Preparation Spanish God s Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage offers a refreshing, liberating vision of marriage and sexuality one that helps couples fully embrace, and even celebrate, God s glorious plan for their lives. This program provides couples with a rich understanding of the teachings of the Church and offers them the tools to live them out in married life. When engaged couples understand God s plan for marriage including a clear and pastoral explanation of the difficult teachings they come away with a sense of liberation and gratitude toward the Church. New & Revised! God s Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage A Marriage Preparation Program Based on the Theology of the Body 7-Part Study Presented by Damon Owens, Executive Director, Theology of the Body Institute Based on Blessed John Paul II s Theology of the Body, this program provides a key component of marriage preparation: catechesis in the theology of marriage and the gift of human sexuality. The newly-revised DVD set features both a full-length version of the six talks and a segmented version, now in high definition and enhanced with relevant graphics. The video segments enable facilitators to utilize select aspects of the video program while providing their own live presentations of the God s Plan content. Segment descriptions can be found in the Leader s Guide. 5 DVD Set CD Set Couple s Set (2 Couple s Workbooks and 1 Good News About Sex and Marriage book) Leader s Guide Starter Pack You Save (Includes 5 DVD Set, Couple s Workbook, Good News About Sex and Marriage book and Leader s Guide) El Plan de Dios para un Matrimonio Lleno de Alegría Now Available in Spanish! Presented by Jake Samour, Director of Marriage and Family Life Office Archdiocese of San Antonio This newly produced Spanish Edition of God s Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage now makes Blessed John Paul II s empowering message available to a wider audience. Following the same format and containing the same content as the popular English edition, the Spanish Edition is a great new resource for Spanish-speaking Catholics. 6 DVDs CDs Couple s Set (2 Couple s Workbooks and 1 Good News About Sex and Marriage book) Instructor s Edition Segments Guide Buena Nueva Sobre Sexo y Matrimonio Starter Pack includes: 1) 6 DVD Set (Six, min. sessions) 2) Couple s Workbook 3) Instructor s Edition 4) Segments Guide 5) Buena Nueva Sobre Sexo y Matrimonio book You Save AscensionPress.com

25 Marriage Preparation English Marriage & Spanish Preparation A Supplement, Not a Replacement God s Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage is a supplement to existing marriage preparation programs. It is designed to enhance two key components: the theology of marriage and the gift of human sexuality. The program is divided into two main parts, each with engaging presentations and reflection exercises for couples. The program can be taught by an instructor or by using our DVDs. The course can be offered in a single day (with morning and afternoon sessions) or over a series of evenings (from two to six sessions). Life-Changing Results Having surveyed more than 2,000 couples over a five-year period, the creators of God s Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage found that: 91% were sexually active coming into the program. After the program: 48% (of the above 91%) said they will save sex until marriage because of this program. An additional 20% said they were now considering saving sex for marriage. 31% stated they will definitely use Natural Family Planning in their marriages because of this seminar. 45% may use NFP in their marriage. 78% came away with a better understanding of the Catholic vision of marriage. 61% made a deeper commitment to Christ as a result of this program. What People are Saying: If my fiancée and I had learned these teachings of the Church on sexuality sooner, we would never have become sexually active. Mark M. Our engaged come away from this experience with a better understanding of the sacrament of matrimony and the meaning of the vows they exchange. Peggy Skiano, Director of Family Life Diocese of San Diego The pre-marriage classes have been exceptionally beneficial and have brought us closer together in love of each other, and in deeper union with the Catholic Church. Rebecca W. As an evangelical Christian, I was blown away... I am now considering joining RCIA. Lisa R. Also available: God s Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage with Christopher West Call AscensionPress.com

26 Theology of the Body Young Adults Introduce the Theology of the Body to Young Adults The world tells us that freedom is the ability to do what you want, whenever you want, with whomever you want. But has this led to strong relationships, strong families, or strong communities? Since the days of the sexual revolution, the opposite has played out. Sexual chaos, exploitation, broken families, and a lot of pain have been the result of freedom. Recognizing the world s confusion, Blessed John Paul II proclaimed the Theology of the Body a profound message of love and human sexuality. He turned the notion of freedom on its head, declaring it to be selfless rather than selfish. He says freedom exists for the sake of love. Authentic freedom, therefore, always asks What is the good of the other person? not What s in it for me? Freedom to Love 5-Part Study Presented by Christopher West In this powerful five-part study for young adults, popular author and presenter Christopher West lays out a convincing and refreshing road map to living a life of freedom. The concepts presented in this study will change everything, including your worldview. Freedom to Love is ideal for college campus and parish young adult ministries. 3 DVDs (5 sessions) CDs (5 sessions) Student Workbook Leader s Guide Go to TheTheologyoftheBody.com for more information and free downloads, including: Video Highlights, Posters, and Flyers Topics Covered Include: What is the Theology of the Body and how can it change my life? What does it mean to live a life of freedom? What does love look like and how do I live it? How can I tell the difference between love and lust? What is the problem with pornography? Doesn t contraception make me free? Does God have a plan for my future? and much more Starter Pack: 1) 3 DVD Set (Five, 50 min. sessions) 2) Student Workbook 3) Leader s Guide Price: You Save AscensionPress.com

27 Theology of the Body Pamphlet Series Clear Answers to Difficult Questions Do you want to introduce someone to solid and concise information about an important issue but don t know where to begin? Pamphlets are the solution, because they address pressing issues in a well-organized and compact size. Use them to spread the Faith: as parish bulletin inserts; in a rack in the vestibule; as handouts for adult faith formation groups, RCIA, marriage prep, and more! What s the Problem with Porn? NEW by Bill Donaghy What is the Theology of the Body and How Can It Change My Life? by Christopher West Social Networking: How To Plug In Without Tuning Out by Monica Ashour Living Together Before Marriage by Katrina Zeno How to Talk to Your Teens About Chastity by Jason Evert Retail 2.95 ea. The Contraception Question by Christopher West The Keys to a More Intimate Marriage by Gregory Popcak, Ph.D Created in His Image: Modern Medicine and the Dignity of the Human Person by Tara L. Plymouth, M.T.S., and John M. Travaline, M.D A Christian Response to the Sexual Revolution by Glenn Stanton Infertility and Reproductive Technologies: A Guide for Catholics by Steve Bozza The Power and Purpose of Masculinity by Bill Donaghy The Gift of Your Femininity by Katrina Zeno Bulk Discount Schedule 10 pack 25 (15 % off) 25 pack 59 (20 % off) 50 pack 103 (30 % off) 100 pack (40 % off) 250 pack 369 (50 % off) 500 pack 590 (60 % off) 1000 pack 974 (67 % off) Free Display! Free wall or counter display with the purchase of any combination of 150 pamphlets. This beautiful, clear display easily mounts to a wall or can be placed on a countertop. This is perfect for parish vestibules and bookstore table-top displays. AscensionPress.com

28 Chastity Programs High School A New Language for a New Generation Young Catholics are surrounded by influences that challenge their faith and morals every day. These challenges call for more than a do this, don t do that approach to catechesis. Teens desire truth and understanding about who they are, their purpose in life, and what will ultimately bring them happiness. Theology of the Body for Teens presents the two hottest topics on the planet God and sex and marries them through Blessed John Paul II s compelling vision for love and life. Using a great mix of stories, real-life examples, activities, prayers, and references to the culture that teens understand, Theology of the Body for Teens: High School Edition answers the questions teens have about their own bodies, issues of sexual morality, and how they were uniquely created for greatness. Theology of the Body for Teens: High School Edition 12-Part Series Presented by Jason & Crystalina Evert and Brian Butler The Theology of the Body for Teens: High School Edition is divided into 12 unique segments that reflect the pedagogical approach of Blessed John Paul II s revolutionary teaching. The program has been designed specifically as a catechetical program to fit perfectly into Catholic schools, youth ministry, CCD, and homeschooling settings. 4 DVDs (12 sessions) Student Workbook (216 pp) Leader s Guide (396 pp) Parents Guide (80 pp) Leadership Training (5 DVDs) This program answers questions such as: Spanish! Why did God give us our sexual desires? What is the difference between love and lust? Can Christ bring healing if I ve already messed up? How far is too far? How can teens stay pure in our oversexed culture? Is there hope for overcoming lust and pornography? What does our sexuality teach us about God? What is the language of the body and how do I speak it? How can I discover my vocation? Middle School Edition also available. See pages Starter Pack includes: Spanish Version Parent s Guide Now Available! ) 4 DVD Set (Twelve, 20 min. sessions) 2) Student Workbook 3) Leader s Guide You Save 17 4) Parent s Guide

29 Chastity Programs High School How is Is the program Program implemented? Implemented? Each lesson can take anywhere between 60 to 120 minutes to complete, depending on the format of the group. Each segment includes Each lesson can take anywhere between 60 to 120 minutes to complete, depending on the format of the group. Each segment includes core lessons, as well as optional sections to help the leader better meet the needs of their teens. core lessons, as well as optional sections to help the leader better meet the needs of their teens. The DVD series contains approximately 20 minutes of teaching per lesson (including four guys- and girls-only segments), presented by The DVD series contains 20 to 25 minutes of teaching per lesson (including four guys and girls only segments), presented by the authors the authors of the program, Jason & Crystalina Evert and Brian Butler. Also included is a 40-minute video presentation for the parents of of the program, Jason & Crystalina Evert and Brian Butler. Also included is a 40-minute video presentation for the parents of the students the students who will be participating in the program (a parental component is suggested by the USCCB for morality curricula). who will be participating in the program (a parental component is suggested by the USCCB for morality curricula). What Teens Are Saying: After I finished the Theology of the Body for Teens course, a friend asked me what I thought. I replied by telling him how excited it made me feel just to be a man. I was truly inspired. Collin Sceski High School student, Oxford PA Through Theology of the Body, I have come to realize that God has a purpose and meaning for my life. When asked, What is the meaning of life? I now respond, To love. We are all called to love; however, this can be a difficult task because of our culture s skewed perception of love. Theology of the Body has helped to define for me what it means to truly and properly love a person. Maddy Bernero High School student, Springfield, VA For the majority of my life, I have concluded that God either hates me or doesn t exist. I blamed him for every bad thing that has gone on in my life until my junior year in high school, where I truly came to know him in Theology of the Body for Teens program. Carly Buetow High School student, Champaign, IL Brian Butler and Jason Evert have especially displayed the beauty of true love and what it means to be a man. Their example has given me the ardent desire to strive for their ideals and look beyond society s distorted views of love and being a man. Luke Friess High School student, Hoxie, KS What Youth Ministers Are Saying: Working with Ascension Press with the Theology of the Body for Teens High School and Middle School Edition studies is the best way we ve found to share these important concepts throughout our diocesan schools and parishes. Vince Schmidt Superintendant of Schools, Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston It reaches the kids at their level and calls them up to a higher standard of living and loving. Week by week I am watching the self esteem of these beautiful young people develop as they come to realize that they are valuable, they are good, and their sexuality is holy! Joeline Chipps Teacher Archdiocese of Indianapolis Theology of the Body for Teens is just what youth ministers have been waiting for. It s a resource that facilitates the teaching of the wonderful message from John Paul II in a way that teens can understand. Marissa Esparza Director, Office of Youth Ministry Diocese of San Diego A terrific job translating John Paul s amazing vision so that it touches the very heart of a teenager. From a teacher s point of view, the book is a dream! The way it s organized and the supplemental offerings are perfect. Colleen High School Theology Teacher Boston, Massachusettes

30 Chastity Programs Middle School New! Theology of the Body for Teens: Middle School Edition There is little doubt that middle schoolers are in an often confusing time of quest and discovery, especially with issues concerning their bodies, their sexuality, and their future. There are countless sources from the airwaves, to peers, to the Internet ready to provide answers. Parents and educators know they can have the best influence when it comes to issues of chastity and morality, but many feel ill-equipped to address the topic. Theology of the Body for Teens: Middle School Edition 8-Part Series Presented by Brian Butler, Jason Evert, and Colin & Amy MacIver Following the successful format of the Theology of the Body for Teens program for high school students, we are very pleased to announce the Middle School Edition, specifically designed for 6th through 8th grades. If you are familiar with the Teens program, you will instantly recognize and appreciate the format of the Theology of the Body for Teens: Middle School Edition, as it too uses a great mix of stories, real-life examples, activities, prayers, and references to the culture that are relevant to lives of the youth. 3 DVDs (8 Sessions) Leader s Guide Student Workbook Parent Guide This program answers questions such as: Spanish! Who am I? Can I be happy right now? Are there consequences to my actions? What is the difference between love and lust? How do I balance family, school, God, music, TV, Internet, texting, etc., in my daily life? How can I discern my vocation to marriage, priesthood, or religious life? How do I deal with bullying, gossip, peer pressure, pornography, sexting, divorce, etc? Can I live my Catholic faith no matter how I messed up in the past? Can I trust in God s plan for my future? Starter Pack includes: 1) 3 DVD Set (Eight, 20 min. sessions) Spanish Version Parent s Guide Now Available! High School Edition also available. 2) Student Workbook 3) Leader s Guide You Save 10 4) Parent s Guide AscensionPress.com

31 Chastity Programs Middle School How Is the Program Implemented? The Theology of the Body for Teens: Middle School Edition program is divided into eight unique segments that reflect the pedagogical approach of Blessed John Paul II s remarkable teaching. It has been designed specifically as a catechetical program to fit perfectly into Catholic schools, youth ministry, CCD, and homeschooling settings. Each lesson can take anywhere between 60 and 120 minutes to complete, depending on the format of the group. Each segment includes core lessons, as well as optional sections to help leaders better meet the needs of their middle schoolers. The DVD series is presented by the authors of the program, and it features man-on-the-street interviews, trivia questions, and additional experts in TOB and youth ministry. Also included is a video presentation for the parents of the students who will be participating in the program (a parental component is suggested by the USCCB for morality curricula). Chapter Titles: Chapter 1: Who Am I? Chapter 3: Me, Myself, and I Chapter 5: Sex, Love, & Chastity Chapter 7: Vocation Chapter 2: Our Story Chapter 4: How Should I Act? Chapter 6: To Use or Not to Use? Chapter 8: Hope And Future What People Are Saying: It is my hope that the Theology of the Body for Teens: Middle School Edition will be well-integrated into all religious education. We have a great jewel in the Theology of the Body and in this tremendous formation program. It is an excellent tool for adults to help our young people come to a deeper understanding of their own lives and of God s plan for them. Most Rev. Gregory Aymond Archbishop of New Orleans Theology of the Body for Teens: Middle School Edition is beautiful from beginning to end filled with the richest of truths. The lessons truly build on one another catechetically, while gently leading middle school students into the beautiful teachings of the Theology of the Body. One of my favorite aspects of the program is the way it reveals and instills the virtues so needed at this time in their lives and faith development. It is age appropriate, culturally relevant, and so much more. This is a much-needed program! Meaghan Hildebrandt Chastity Program Coordinator Diocese of Palm Beach About the Authors: Brian Butler is co-founder and president of Dumb Ox Ministries, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to chastity and vocation formation for teens. He has more than 15 years of youth ministry experience and is also coauthor of the Theology of the Body for Teens: High School Edition. He and his wife, Lisa, reside in the Archdiocese of New Orleans with their children. Jason Evert is a best-selling author of a dozen books, including Theology of His/Her Body and How to Find Your Soulmate without Losing Your Soul. He also co-authored Theology of the Body for Teens: High School Edition. Jason has spoken internationally to more than a million teens and pre-teens about the virtue of chastity. He resides with his wife, Crystalina, and their children in Denver. Aimee and Colin MacIver teach theology at St. Scholastica Academy in Covington, Louisiana, and have extensive experience leading teens through the Theology of the Body for Teens program. The MacIvers welcomed their greatest blessing when they adopted their first child, Leo, in the spring of AscensionPress.com

32 Theology of the Body Additional Programs and Resources Love, Relationships, and Responsibility A Message for Teens Christopher West was invited to speak at World Youth Day in Sydney, Australia, and delivered this series of three talks to several thousand teens from around the globe. The fast pace and high energy of this live recording is sure to engage even the most hard-to-reach teens. In this four CD set, Christopher explains to the youth: What it means to be created male and female, and why this really matters The dignity and purpose of the human body The difference between love and lust How to overcome pornography, despair and other issues plaguing our world and much more! 4 CD Set Proclaiming the Theology of the Body A Seminar for Priests In this four-talk seminar, presented to priests of the Diocese of Camden, New Jersey, Christopher West offers a compelling overview of Blessed John Paul II s Theology of the Body and shows priests how they can integrate this revolutionary teaching into their preaching and ministry. Here, Christopher demonstrates how all the tough issues of Catholic teaching on marriage and sexuality can be proclaimed in a way that not only makes sense, but which also demonstrates the beauty of God s plan for sexuality and the joy of living it. A must-have presentation for every priest looking to explain and defend the Church s teaching on marriage and sexuality in a compelling way. 4 CD Set National Theology of the Body Congress talk CD Set The 2010 National Theology of the Body Congress featured the world s leading Theology of the Body experts gathered together to teach and network with more than 450 educators, activists, and devotees of Blessed John Paul II s life-changing message of life and love. This 23-disc CD set is certain to deepen your love and understanding of this profound teaching as you listen and learn from the best minds and hearts dedicated to bringing the Theology of the Body to the world. Featuring Justin Cardinal Rigali, Dr. Gregory Popcak, Fr. Roger Landry, Dr. Helen Alvare, Fr. Thomas Loya, Fr. Richard Hogan, Katrina Zeno, and many more! 23 CD Set AscensionPress.com

33 Theology of the Body Single CDs and CD Sets Woman: God s Masterpiece Understanding and Living the Feminine Genius What is the feminine genius that Blessed John Paul II speaks about? Why can woman rightly be called God s masterpiece? In this talk, Christopher West notes that woman s true greatness lies in her ability to bring new life into the world. 2 CD Set Winning the Battle for Sexual Purity Straight Talk with Men About Love and Life Here, Christopher West outlines a practical battle plan for Christian men to experience the redemption of their sexuality that leads to an inner transformation of sexual desire away from self-gratification (lust) and towards self-donation (love). 3 CD Set DVD Human Love in the Divine Plan A Theology of the Body Conference The Theology of the Body is like a multi-faceted diamond one that reflects light into all aspects of the human experience. This CD set presents eight unique facets of this profound teaching, and is therefore a must-have for anyone who wants to integrate these transforming messages into their daily lives. This dynamic, eight-cd set includes some of the best and brightest Theology of the Body experts ever assembled. Whether you are new to this extraordinary teaching or have been a student for some time, you will appreciate the clarity and wisdom with which each speaker in this series presents his or her own topic through the lens of the Theology of the Body. Featuring Christopher West, George Weigel, Janet Smith, and more. 8 CD Set Purity in an Impure Age Discovering God s Glorious Plan for Sexuality What is Christian purity? It is neither puritanism nor prudishness. Christian purity is the ability to see the mystery of God revealed through the body and sexuality. 2 CD Set DVD Sexual Honesty This talk presents a positive proposal for how couples can live sexual honesty in their married lives. CD Straight Talk About Sex A Seminar for Young Adults Here, West offers an authentic definition of freedom, explaining how freedom is not emancipation from the teachings of Christ and his Church, but rather the ability to see what is good, desire what is good, and choose what is good freely. 2 CD Set A Bold Biblical Response West presents this life-changing teaching to an audience of evangelical Protestants. CD The Case Against Same-Sex Marriage In The Case Against Same-Sex Marriage, West clearly lays out the Church s glorious vision of marriage as shared between a man and a woman. He demonstrates the appropriate Christian understanding of and response to this crucial debate of our time. 2 CD Set And the Two Become One Unity, the Eucharist, and God s Plan for Marital Love Christopher West shows the profound connection between the gift of the Eucharist and the sacrament of marriage. CD AscensionPress.com

34 Books Best Sellers Beyond the Birds and the Bees Greg & Lisa Popcak Greg and Lisa Popcak empower you with the tools needed to move well beyond the Talk by offering a comprehensive guide to raising sexually whole and holy children. Using the riches of the Theology of the Body, the Popcaks help you safely navigate your children from infancy through the teenage years and beyond. 312 pages Theology of the Body for Beginners Christopher West The first edition of Theology of the Body for Beginners quickly became an international bestseller. This revised and expanded edition is based on Dr. Michael Waldstein s much improved translation of Blessed John Paul II s catechesis. 156 pages Freedom Edited by Matthew Pinto In Freedom, you will meet twelve people who, through the Theology of the Body, have discovered the meaning of their very existence. They have found what we are all looking for the authentic path to happiness and freedom. 232 pages The Love That Satisfies Christopher West Here, Christopher West offers compelling insights into Pope Benedict XVI s profound teaching on human (eros) and divine (agape) love as found in his first encyclical, Deus Caritas Est. 168 pages (Hardcover) Heaven s Song Christopher West Heaven s Song is a journey through the hidden talks of Blessed John Paul II s Theology of the Body. This exciting new material, based on the Song of Songs and the Old Testament marriage of Sarah and Tobias, allows men and women in every state of life to discover the great mystery of their sexuality as God created it to be. 208 pages The Virgin Mary and the Theology of the Body Fr. Donald Calloway In this compilation of essays, some of the world s foremost Mariologists and experts on the Theology of the Body share their insights on how Mary illuminates Blessed John Paul II s revolutionary theology in a profound way. 298 pages Good News About Sex & Marriage Christopher West This easy-to-read question and answer book offers a fresh, relevant, and convincing presentation of the Church s teachings on sexuality and marriage rooted in the Theology of the Body. It is an excellent and thorough reference tool for all and makes a great gift for engaged and married couples. 200 pages Spanish Theology of His/Her Body Jason Evert Theology of Her Body and Theology of His Body are two books in one. Teens are encouraged not only to learn the truth about their own body, but also to discover the beauty of the opposite sex, for it is in seeing the complementarity of the two sexes that one discovers the real meaning of his or her own body. This is the perfect companion to the Theology of the Body for Teens program, and it is also ideal for teens new to the Theology of the Body. 108 pages AscensionPress.com

35 Books Best Sellers Did Adam & Eve Have Belly Buttons? Matthew Pinto With more than 250,000 copies sold, Did Adam & Eve Have Belly Buttons? is the number one book for Catholic teens. It offers today s young Catholic 200 clear and insightful answers to questions about the Catholic Faith. 272 pages My Life On The Rock Jeff Cavins The dramatic conversion story of Jeff Cavins is sometimes whimsical, sometimes serious, but never boring. One of the most visible and inspiring Catholics in the Church today, Jeff reached millions as host of EWTN s Life on the Rock. As a cradle Catholic turned Protestant minister, Jeff rebelled against his father and his Faith. Then he came home. 238 pages Did Jesus Have a Last Name? Matthew Pinto & Jason Evert The long-awaited sequel to Did Adam & Eve Have Belly Buttons? Written by Matthew Pinto and Jason Evert, both of whom have extensive experience working with Catholic youth, this is a book your teen will want to read! 292 pages I m Not Being Fed! Jeff Cavins Here, Jeff Cavins explores the reasons why many Catholics do not understand and appreciate the Holy Eucharist. By focusing on the biblical evidence for the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist, Cavins shows how this sacrament is the very heart of Christianity, the only food that truly satisfies our souls. 150 pages Do I Have to Go? Matthew Pinto & Chris Stefanick With wit and clarity, Matthew Pinto and Chris Stefanick answer the tough questions teens have about the Mass. When teens understand the Mass better, they have a newfound sense of awe and a deeper understanding of their role as a Catholic in a post-modern world. 166 pages Made for More Curtis Martin In this book, Catholic leader Curtis Martin presents the evidence that we have been made for more than just the intoxications of this world sex, partying, and money. We have been made for greatness and we will only reach such heights when we first come into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. 128 pages 9.99 ISBN: Annulments and the Catholic Church Edward N. Peters, J.C.D., J.D. 168 pages Excommunication and the Catholic Church Edward N. Peters, J.C.D., J.D. 78 pages Homosexuality and the Catholic Church Fr. John Harvey, O.S.F.S. 288 pages Friendly Defenders 1&2 Matthew Pinto & Katherine Andes More than 85,000 sets sold! These Flash Cards help young Catholics learn their Faith in a flash! Friendly Defenders 1 tackles 50 common objections to Catholic beliefs about the Eucharist, the Bible, the pope, confession, Mary, and more, and includes references to the Bible and The Catechism. Set 2 focuses on God, Jesus, the Bible, the Catholic Church, and the afterlife. Hole-punched, with ring. Set 1 English Set 2 English EZ Ring Format AscensionPress.com

36 Books The Bible Compass Edward Sri The Bible Compass addresses such common questions about Scripture as Where did the Bible come from? How do I know if I am interpreting the Bible correctly? What are the four senses of Scripture? Why are there different translations of the Bible? among others. 174 pages Go In Peace Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J., and Sean Brown In this muchneeded book, Fr. Mitch Pacwa and Sean Brown put all the confusion and anxiety to rest by answering the most commonly asked questions and objections to this indispensable sacrament. 132 pages Good Leaders, Good Shepherds Dick Lyles, Tim Flanagan, Susan Fowler & Drea Zigarmi Whether you are a pastor many years, recently ordained, or a lay person who works for the Church, your leadership, your ministry, and your life will be rejuvenated by the concepts in this book, and the kingdom will shine through your vibrant faith community. 144 pages Hardcover Disorientation Edited by John Zmirak Fourteen of the top Catholic writers in America have come together to dissect the trendy ideas that can lead young Catholics away from the Church. Disorientation is intellectual ammunition for every college student and parent, as it debunks the empty promises of wildly popular errors. 188 pages Inside Islam: A Guide for Catholics Daniel Ali & Robert Spencer Praying Scripture for a Change Dr. Tim Gray How can our prayer go from being a monologue to a true dialogue with God? Here, Dr. Tim Gray walks the reader through the Bible and the wisdom of the saints to reveal the steps of lectio divina ( divine reading ), a practical way for you to enhance your prayer life through the power of God s word. 144 pages Study Guide - 32 pages Because Islam will soon be the world s largest religious group, this book is a must-read for every Catholic. Inside Islam covers the Islamic view of God, Jesus, women, jihad, and much more! 180 pages Called by Name Revised Edition Dr. Christine Anne Mugridge, Jerry Usher Catholic priests communicate the glory of heaven through the ministry of the word and the sacraments, especially in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, the source and summit of our Faith. By fulfilling this mission, these men truly become an alter Christus, another Christ. 200 pages Interview with an Exorcist Fr. Jose Antonio Fortea Written by one of the Church s foremost experts on the topic, Interview with an Exorcist is based on Fr. Jose Antonio Fortea s years of working as an exorcist, his extensive investigations of cases of suspected possessions, and his attendance at hundreds of exorcisms. 130 pages NOISE: How Our Media- Saturated Culture Dominates Lives and Dismantles Families by Teresa Tomeo In this newly revised edition of NOISE, Teresa Tomeo, a veteran broadcast journalist in both the Catholic and secular markets, makes a compelling and irrefutable case about the dangers of our dominant media culture and the adjoining liberalism and immorality that come with it. 188 pages AscensionPress.com

37 Books Amazing Grace for Survivors Jeff Cavins, Matthew Pinto & Patti Armstrong As Christians, we recognize that life s struggles can bring us strength and peace even if the challenges remain. This means that surviving is more than merely getting through an ordeal it is being triumphant in spirit, regardless of the outcome. In Amazing Grace for Survivors, you will witness God s power as he forms and strengthens ordinary people who faced extraordinary circumstances. You will experience the pain in these stories and share the glory of their triumph. In the end, their grace becomes yours, for we are one body in Christ. 276 pages Amazing Grace for Fathers Jeff Cavins, Matthew Pinto, Mark & Patti Armstrong Amazing Grace for Fathers celebrates the power of fatherhood. The 75 powerful stories in this book show just how deep a father s love is for his children, particularly when he lives in and is strengthend by God s grace. 296 pages Amazing Grace for Mothers Emily Cavins and Patti Armstrong, with Jeff Cavins & Matthew Pinto Amazing Grace for Mothers will lift your heart and send your spirit soaring. You will laugh, you will cry, but most of all you will be refreshed by stories of love, inspiration, miracles, and God s amazing grace. 348 pages Amazing Grace for Families Jeff Cavins, Matthew Pinto & Patti Armstrong The word family brings to mind thoughts of joy, sacrifice, affection, hardship, and humor. These 101 stories will inspire you and your family to grow in love for each other as you fulfill your roles in the domestic church. 330 pages Amazing Grace for Those Who Suffer Jeff Cavins & Matthew Pinto These ten stories will make you laugh, cry, and show you the power of God s healing grace. They address the age-old question of why a good God would allow people to suffer and how good can come out of evil. Here, you will read about ordinary people who endured great hardship and discovered hope and healing through God s amazing grace. 276 pages Amazing Grace for the Catholic Heart Jeff Cavins, Matthew Pinto & Patti Armstrong This book will take your heart and soul on a joyous spiritual retreat. This collection of 101 stories of faith, inspiration, hope, and humor attests to the power and beauty of God s amazing grace. You will also experience the lighter side of grace through more than two dozen smile-inducing stories, jokes, and illustrations. 294 pages Amazing Grace for Married Couples Jeff Cavins, Matthew Pinto & Patti Armstrong The twelve inspiring stories of renewed love found within reveal marriages that were on the brink of disaster. While most would have written off these marriages as hopeless, the couples overcame seemingly insurmountable obstacles through the intervention of God s amazing grace. As a result, each couple is more in love than ever before. 176 pages AscensionPress.com

38 Books Commentary on Sacred Scripture Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture The Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture (CCSS) combines outstanding biblical scholarship with lively faith to help Catholics, especially those in pastoral ministry, interpret Scripture and apply it to Christian life today. In seventeen volumes, the series offers readable, informative commentary on each book of the New Testament. The CCSS responds to the desire of Catholics to study the Bible in-depth and in a way that integrates Scripture with Catholic doctrine, worship, and daily life. Central to the commentary s approach are the theological principles taught by Vatican II for interpreting Scripture in accord with the same Spirit by which it was written that is, interpreting Scripture in its canonical context and in the light of Catholic Tradition and the analogy of faith (Dei Verbum, 12). The CCSS helps readers grasp the meaning of texts both in their historical and literary context and in their relationship to Catholic doctrine and life in the present. The Gospel of Matthew (New Release) by Curtis Mitch and Edward Sri 383 pages The Gospel of Mark by Mary Healy 352 pages First Corinthians by George T. Montague, SM 320 pages Second Corinthians by Thomas D. Stegman, SJ 336 pages First and Second Timothy, Titus by George T. Montague, SM 272 pages Ephesians by Peter S. Williamson 240 pages First and Second Peter, Jude by Daniel Keating 224 pages Praise for the Series I welcome with great joy the launch of this new collection of commentaries on the Bible because the project corresponds perfectly to an urgent necessity in the Church. Indeed, this is the kind of commentary for which the majority of readers have an urgent need. Albert Cardinal Vanhoye, SJ Emeritus professor of biblical exegesis, Pontifical Biblical Institute, former secretary of the Pontifical Biblical Commission The Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture is an ideal tool for living our faith more deeply. It feeds both the mind and the heart and should be on the shelf of every committed Catholic believer. I highly recommend it. Charles J. Chaput, OFM Cap Archbishop of Philadelphia 36 AscensionPress.com

39 Other Resources DVDs, CDs, and Books The Rapture Trap: A Catholic Response to the End Times Fever Paul Thigpen Drawing from Scripture and Tradition, The Rapture Trap reveals the shortcomings of the rapture doctrine and the larger tangle of unfounded religious teachings to which it is tied. 262 pages Talks by Jeff Cavins What Ticks You Off And How to Deal with It So often our troubles in life center around anger, quarreling, and disputes. In this talk inspired by the epistle of James, Jeff Cavins shows how our displeasures in life are a result of expecting from this world what only God can provide I m Not Being Fed! See why the Eucharist is the source and summit of our Faith How Love Acts Putting Faith into Practice In an ideal world, life is comfortable, predictable, pleasant, and we find that all our needs and desires are met. In the real world this is rarely the case. How should we handle adversity, when the ideal life is pushed aside, and real life sets in? In this inspiring talk, Jeff Cavins explores this very question The Pornography Plague Cavins shows how we can fight pornography s devastating influence A Rebel Returns to the Catholic Faith Jeff Cavins dramatic re-version story A Message to Dads Learn how to live an authentic Christian fatherhood Evangelizing in the Midst of the Culture of Death All of us are called to take part in the new evangelization spoken of by Blessed John Paul II. 2 CD Set Turning Pain Into Gain Learn the true meaning of suffering. 2 CD Set Are you Happy? Finding true happiness in a frantic world How to Simplify Your Life Discover discernment tools to help you clear away the clutter in your life Faith, Hope & Love See that only by striving to image God can we truly discover who we are. 3 CD Set Polished Arrow The process of conforming your life to Christ. DVD CD AscensionPress.com

40 PO Box 1990 West Chester, PA Coming This Fall! Galatians: Set Free to Live Presented by Jeff Cavins Living A Joy-Filled Marriage A Life Skills Marriage Preparation Component Pillar II: The Sacraments Presented by Sean Innerst Encounter: Experiencing God in the Everyday Presented by Mark Hart AscensionPress.com

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