A favorite and most popular book! A compilation of stories, starting with the Christmas Story according to St. Luke. Includes: The Legend of the Christmas Rose (Lagerlof), A Christmas Mystery (Locke), The Fir Tree (Hans Christian Anderson), The Other Wise Man (Henry van Dyke), The Holy Night, The Little Match Girl (Hans Christian Anderson), The Gift of the Magi (O Henry), Cratchit’s Christmas Dinner (Dickens) and the Noel Candle among others. A treasure!

130 pp heirloom quality hardcover 

$24.95 ea

Originally published in 1942 by Random House. Exquisitely reproduced. Contains the words and music of 18 best-loved Christmas Carols with captivating full color & full page beautiful illustrations. This will be a family heirloom to pass on from one generation to the next. Words are  printed large & clear; simple enough for the novice but, also 4 parts for harmony and piano. A masterpiece.

Large 9.5" x 12"

$44.95 each

This beautiful book has long been out of print and is a collector’s item. Reprinted in the exact reproduction of the gorgeous 1943 original edition. Original designs and arrangements. This unusually beautiful book contains fifteen of the best-loved lullabies and cradle songs including Rock A Bye Baby, All Through the Night and Schubert’s Cradle Songs. Not really a Christmas book per se, this masterpiece would make a wonderful gift for anyone with a new baby.

Softcover

$33.95 each

THE WEIGHT OF A MASS A Tale of Faith

Terrific! One cold winter’s night a poor widow wanders into a baker’s shop and begs a piece of bread. In exchange she offers to assist at a Mass. The baker mocks her faith, pulls out his scales and  writes on a piece of tissue: “One Mass” to determine the weight of the bread he is prepared to give her. A miracle occurs which revives the faith of the entire town, including the heartless baker. Shows the great love God has for the poor and demonstrates the immeasurable greatness and power of The Mass. Beautifully illustrated. Based on a true story. Award Winning. First 14 copies are signed by the author.

38pp  Softcover 

$13.95 ea

Hardcover

$23.95 ea

$14.95 each

This is a story for boys. Beautifully illustrated and a lovely story that will help children to guard their hearts from impurity in the face of temptation. Ages 4-9.

$19.95 each

HOW ST. NICHOLAS BECAME SANTA CLAUS

The True Story (Project/Activity Book)

Activities, stories, and coloring pages, short St. Nicholas play etc. reinforces the message that Christmas is really the celebration of Jesus’ birthday. Ages 5-11.

  Softcover

$7.50 each

THE LEGEND OF THE POINSETTIA

In Mexico the poinsettia is called “flower of the Holy Night”. At Christmastime the flower blooms & flourishes, the exquisite red stars lighting up the countryside. This legend  shows how the poinsettia came to be: through a little girl’s unselfish gift to the Christ Child. A gem of a book. Hardcover has full cover dust cover.

27pp softcover

A deeply moving story about enduring faith in a Russian village. Alexi, a young boy wonders why Chrismas can’t be celebrated in their town church. His Babushka replies that it was closed many years ago by soldiers  and never re-opened. Alexi shows the innocence of a child and becomes part of a miracle for the down-trodden town. Faith & hope, although quiet & hidden cannot be suppressed by soldiers or time. You will laugh and cry. Touching and memorable. We love it. All Ages. Lavishly illustrated.

32 pp hardcover

$20.95 each

The spirit of Christmas heals a sorrowing woodcarvers heart in this splendid edition of a Christmas classic. Exceptional pictures (paintings) and includes a CD with a Grammy Award winning narration by James Earl Jones. An inspiring story that our children love. Yours will too!

40 pp hardcover

$17.99 each

This book is chocked  full of activities and craft ideas to celebrate the Church Seasons and Feast Days for the whole year! Fun-filled well illustrated. Excellent for school catechism teachers and homeschoolers. The multitude of ideas follow the Liturgical Year. Includes craft ideas for  Feast Days, Sacraments, Saint days etc. with many, many ideas.

LIMITED QUANTITIES

304 pp coilbound

$26.50 each

A treasury of botanical history & lore. How did the Christmas Rose get its name? What about the Star of Bethlehem, Lady’s Slipper and Rose of Sharon? Since medieval times, flowers have taken their names from the virtues of Mary, or events in her life. Learn the legends and their biblical origins. 30 beautiful full color illustrations, will inspire you to plant a Mary garden of your own. An ideal gift or reference book. Quality hardcover with full color illustrations. 

Hardcover

$29.95 each

THE SAINT WHO BECAME SANTA CLAUS

The life of St. Nicholas for children & the whole family. Describes the story of how he evolved into the concept of Santa Claus in many parts of the world. Now you can explain belief in Santa Claus without scruples. Beautifully illustrated. Ages 5-9

31 pp softcover    

$11.95 each

$10.95 each

$10.95 each

$4.99 each

Full color, delightfully illustrated. This is the story of how St. Francis of Assisi created the first Nativity in Greccio Italy. Directed at younger children, it will be a favourite of everyone! Ages 4-9.

24pp Hardcover

$10.95 each

Traditional beautiful calendar with a THEME: Pillars of the Church. A lot of time, research and work goes into these calendars. Produced by nuns who need your support! They help prisoners, the aged, children, homeschoolers and risk their lives travelling abroad to convert Moslems and others.

$11.95 each

$13.95 each

THE SAINT WHO BECAME SANTA CLAUS

The life of St. Nicholas for children & the whole family. Describes the story of how he evolved into the concept of Santa Claus in many parts of the world. Now you can explain belief in Santa Claus without scruples. Beautifully illustrated. Ages 5-9

31 pp softcover    

$11.95 each

Catholic Child's Advent Calendar

Traditionally styled Advent Calendar. Windows to open for each day in December. Beautiful illustration of the Nativity to color. Daily prayers include a “Do-it-yourself” Christmas Crib (to build a spiritual crib in your heart) and the St. Andrew Novena. An excellent spiritual preparation along with the Family Advent Calendar. LIMITED QUANTITIES

$8.95 each

Count down the days to Christmas by preparing  the stable at Bethlehem to welcome the Baby Jesus. More than opening doors. The figures are cut out, colored and glued onto the stable scene. Activities include prayers, Novenas and songs for a prayerful preparation. Perfect for the whole family.

LIMITED QUANTITIES

$9.95 each

Prepare for the coming of the MAGI! Figures to cut out, colour and glue onto the calendar. Prayers to say daily, novena to the Magi, prayer for the New Year and others. Covers from Dec 26th – Epiphany. Lots of fun for the whole family.

$6.95 each

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	Nicholas: The Boy Who Became Santa Claus  (movie)
	This “cartoon” style movie is a favorite in our whole family, young and old. With vibrant colors, it presents the true story of St. Nicholas. It is an unforgettable spiritual explanation of the TRUE SPIRIT of giving and shows where our “Santa Claus” came from. Ontario Residents please add 8% PST
	VHS	$12.95 ea
	DVD	$19.95 ea
	Come To The Stable
	A charming classic from 1949 starring Loretta Young. Determined to fulfill a promise to God two nuns arrive in Connecticut to build a children’s hospital. With no land or money they rely on Divine Providence. Their journey is full of surprises and adventure. Shows the power of prayer. Refreshing, uplifting and unforgettable. It will be a family favorite! Black & White. Ontario Residents please add 8% PST
	VHS	$19.95 ea
	The Reluctant Saint - The story of St. Joseph of Cupertino
	This is such a wonderful family film we encourage you to buy it for your own families and give it as a gift. We love it; for young & old. A classic in B&W. Joseph was a “simpleton” and  with the persistence of his mother was accepted into a monastery and raised to the priesthood by the grace of God. He levitated, performed miracles and could talk to animals. This movie shows how God is in charge & His Will prevails despite all obstacles. You will laugh & cry. Ontario Residents please add 8% PST
	VHS	$25.95 ea
	Sarah Plain and Tall Series
	These 3 episodes are similar to Little House on the Prairie. Sarah, answers a newspaper ad asking for a woman to make a difference in a family whose mother has died. She leaves her home on the beautiful New England coast to try life out on a dust-filled farm on the prairies with a man and 2 young children. These 3 films are the story as it unfolds. We love them. Wholesome & enjoyable for the whole family. Ontario Residents please add 8% PST
	VHS	$38.95 set
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This kit encourages  sacrifice and good deeds to gain graces for another person. (Well worth learning at any age). The maker creates a bouquet of flowers (from the enclosed floral stickers), from his/her good deeds and sacrifices. The card is assembled, envelope addressed and sent. A special spiritual gift to work on in Advent. Includes instructions and all you need to create cards (except glue). Beautiful cards when finished.

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Here is a kit that will help your children to understand the spiritual lineage of Christ and the prophesied events that led up to His birth. A wonderful Advent project for family, classroom or parish. This kit includes 2 options: 24 ornaments to color and hang on a tree (one for each day of December) or  the enclosed tree poster with ornaments to color, one for each day in Advent. Full instructions with short history of the Jesse tree, Scripture verses and Biblical story for each ornament and prayers.

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Color & cut out figures of Our Lady & Juan Diego. Also 3 dimensional book with village, church, Tepeyec Hill, removeable roses, Sacred image. Descriptive text explains the story so  children can act it out. A fun & Faith filled education!

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$17.95 ea

A family favorite! Learn the catechism while having fun competing to gather 7 Virtues, 7 Gifts of the Holy Ghost, 7 Capital Sins, 7 Sacraments, 7 Orders of the priesthood, 7 Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy. Cards are quality made and durable.  Suitable for children reading age to adults.

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UNIQUE AND UNFORGETTABLE!

The Christmas Album:

The Barra McNeils

You’ll love this  Canadian group (from Cape Breton). They will bring the heart & soul of a Celtic Christmas into your home! Put the joy & mysticism of the Maritimes in your bones listening to the mandolin, tine whistle, fiddle, Celtic harp, rush flute… and of course some old time Christmas Carols. (some in Gaelic). Support our Canadian Heritage! Includes many familiar tunes and some that will become so. A must for Christmas! We Love it! LIMITED QUANTITIES

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Lick and stick stickers of Baby Jesus in the manger. 25 per package. Use for Christmas greetings on envelopes, parcels or rewards for schoolwork. Great stocking stuffers.

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Boys & men will especially like these new brown scapulars: the Crusader Scapular or athletic scapular with a shorter cord than normal scapulars. Dark brown with a golden Crusader cross. You may have seen Mel Gibson wearing this one. Woven, good quality, long lasting. Brown cord only. Specify Medium (30") or Long (36") cord.

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