Barbara Yoffie

St. Lucy, holy and pure, loved Jesus very much. Christians remembered her story and told how she died for her belief in Jesus. Lucy liked to help people who were lonely or sad. She took food to the hungry and gave money to the poor. Often she would meet with other Christians to pray and talk about Jesus. The Church honors St. Lucy as a martyr, a hero of the faith. Author and long-time elementary educator Barbara Yoffie helps readers develop an understanding...

"People liked to hear Saint Francis preach. He was kind, cheerful and always smiled. He preached about peace and forgiveness. People liked his simple life. His little group of followers preached and helped sick and poor people. Do we respect the earth and all creation? How can we make our world a better place?"--from Amazon.com.

"Gerard Majella was devoted to the service of God. He was a kind and gentle man, always willing to help others. As a Redemptorist lay brother he contributed to his community and brought others closer to God. God blessed Gerard with special gifts and miraculous cures. How can you help others like Gerard Majella?"--Back cover.

"Tradition tells us that the Infant Jesus appeared to Anthony of Padua. Let the words and wonders of this well-known preacher inspire you to openly love and trust in Jesus. If you love adventure, ever wonder about God, or have lost something, this saint is for you. Can you, like Anthony, carry the word of Jesus into the world?"--Back cover.

"As a child, Elizabeth Ann Seton liked school. When she was a young lady, a priest asked her, 'We need a school in America for Catholic children. Will you start one?' Elizabeth did and also began a religious order of sisters to help her teach. Read Elizabeth's story. Maybe someday you'll be a teacher, too." --

"Brother Martin worked in the infirmary at the monastery, and opened an orphanage and a hospital. He gave out food and supplies to people in the city. He cared for the slaves from Africa. Brother Martin loved all God's creatures. Everyone loved Brother Martin. His heart was full of love for all people and all races. He felt that they were his brothers and sisters. People called him "Martin of Charity." His whole life had been a gift to others."--from...

Mary, Joseph, and Jesus were a holy family. They respected each other, and loved each other. Most of all, they loved God and put their trust in him. The Holy Family is a model of love and faith for all families.

"Saints Joachim and Anne were Mary's parents and Jesus' grandparents. They were a loving couple who prayed for a long time to have a child. Mary was that special child, and she was welcomed with great happiness and joy. Can you love God and your family like Joachim and Anne?"--Back cover.

"Rose Philippine Duchesne dreamed of being a missionary. She wanted to travel to the United States to work and pray with Native Americans. Read Rose's story. Do you dream, like Rose, about helping others?"--Page 4 of cover

"Thomas was an apostle of Jesus'. He listened to him teach and saw the amazing things he did. Thomas did not believe in the resurrection at first, but when Jesus appeared to him in person, his faith grew stronger. He went out to teach and preach like Jesus. Read this saint's story. Can you build God's family of faith like Thomas?"--Back cover.