Best Selling Books by Mary Joslin

A sweet book of Bible words and prayers to nurture the spiritual life of a young child

Compiles a list of children''s prayers from the Bible, historical quotes, and original prayers and poetry, on topics such as the harvest, the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, and times of trouble.

A very giftable book of Bible words and prayers to nurture the spiritual life of a young child

Retells the story of Jesus'' birth in a manger in Bethlehem.

This retelling reviews the whole of Jesus'' life and ministry in order to show it all makes sense in the light of the resurrection. The story begins with God''s creation, and then moves on through the Annunciation, and the Nativity to Jesus'' teaching ministry, the crucifixion and resurrection. Bible references are given so that readers can be led to explore the full story.

If you want to teach children to pray, there''s no better place to begin than with the prayer that Jesus taught his disciples to pray. In Our Father, author Mary Joslin offers a simple and beautiful reflection for each of the lines in this most famous prayer of the Church. Illustrations by Gail Newey add visual delight to this book that is sure to help adults teach children to pray. Ages 4 and up.

This Bible tale is adapted from Jesus'' parable of the Pearl of Great Price, which can be found in Matthew, chapter 13, verses 45-46--T.p. verso.

Nicholas was a Christian who lived in the town of Myra in the fourth century AD. He was much loved for his charity and generosity. On one occasion, he wanted to give money to three daughters who were facing destitution because their father had no money for a dowry in order that they might marry. Nicholas thought of a clever way to give his gift in secret, showering gold coins into their house at night through the chimney. Some of the coins landed in the stockings that had been hung up to dry there. His good deed brought a happily-ever-after ending, and inspired a Christmas tradition. This book is retold for children from the famous thirteenth-century book by Jacopo de Voraigne, The Golden Legend.

This highly successful children''s Bible provides a story for each day of the year for 7 to 9 year olds. The artwork is truly attractive and of the very highest quality, warm and bright, giving fresh perspectives on the classic stories. Each story has approximately 250 words is complemented by a matching prayer. The Bible features full Bible references on each page as well as a ''story finder'' to help the reader choose a story to suit the occasion, making this a complete resource and enable further exploration of the Bible as the child grows up.

In Mary, Mother of Jesus, the story of Mary is creatively retold through the eyes of a wise, old woman sitting under a shady tree, with neighborhood children gathered around. The woman is Mary herself, recounting her life-changing experiences with Jesus. Written by Mary Joslin and illustrated by Alison Wisenfeld, this "first-hand" account of the story of Mary is sure to delight both children and adults. Ages 4 and up.

The inspiring story of St Francis and his love and compassion.

An endearing collection of angel stories retold from the Old and New Testaments with accompanying prayers and blessings.

This selection of Bible verses for children offers little ones an early introduction to God''s Word. Included in God Is Love are some of the best-loved passages from Scripture, with simple introductions and luminous illustrations that will appeal to children. These Bible verses for children are taken from both the Old and New Testaments, and cover such topics as prayer, loving one another, and the Beatitudes. Illustrated by Tom Saeker. Ages 4 and up.

A selection of traditional rhymes to say at bedtime, enchantingly illustrated for very young children.

Retells a Polish folktale about Simon of Cyrene and how he witnessed a miracle on his farm on Easter morning.

In the beginning, the Great Maker planted beautiful gardens. Most lovely were the tall trees that reached the sky and were home for the birds. As people became greedy, the gardens were ruined. But one small child and a single, ugly, wrinkled seed showed others the way back to paradise. Color illustrations throughout.

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Collects 250 short prayers from various sources on such subjects as prayer, praising God, forgiveness, thanksgiving, creation, and difficult times.

Presents the phenomena of grief and loss and the concept that death is not the end.

The Minstrel''s Tale is a tale of a caring king, whose loving concern helps restore the happiness of one of his subjects. It is designed to illustrate in simple terms how by being loving one can heal others'' wounds and also find healing for ourselves.

This beautifully presented volume of classic Christmas stories from around the world is written for children aged 7+ to enjoy reading alone, or for reading aloud in a classroom setting or with family sitting round a log fire! A mixture of stories from the Christian heritage and more secular tales, these retellings all evoke the true spirit of Christmas around the world. Included are Nativity stories from the Gospels of Luke and Matthew, the stories of Baboushka and Papa Panov, Fir Tree and The Nutcracker. The whole collection sparkles with colourful and detailed artwork from Jane Ray. Praise for Jane Ray: "Rich in detail, Jane Ray''s stunning illustrations capture the magic of our world" Julia Eccleshare about Stories for a Fragile Planet

Cette biographie rédigée dans un texte simple et présentée dans une mise en pages aérée, résume l''essentiel de la vie de François et les grands principes chrétiens qui l''ont animé. [SDM].

Once, in Bethlehem, a special gift was given. Share the story at the heart of Christmas in this beautifully illustrated retelling - the story of Mary and Joseph, shepherds and angels, wise men following a star, a humble stable, and a special newborn baby cradled in a manger.

Four wise astronomers know they simply must go and worship the new king, but what sort of present should they take to such a child? Three of them choose splendid and meaningful gifts, but what is the fourth wise man going to choose in this retelling of a French legend that shows there is more to Christmas than anything money can buy.

I am Wisdom, I am better than jewels; nothing you want can compare with me. I walk the way of righteousness; I follow the paths of justice, giving wealth to those who love me, filling their houses with treasures. I love those who love me; whoever looks for me can find me. From Proverbs 8 In times of confusion, stagnancy, or pain, words of wisdom can serve as a beacon, directing you through darkness and toward light. The various writings in A Treasury of Wisdom have been selected for just this purpose. Whether the words of Jesus, Shakespeare, or Francis of Assisi, the wisdom within this treasury will challenge your thinking and help to direct your steps, whenever you may need it. You may open its pages with a particular theme in mind, diligently searching for words of advice. Other times, you may flip through the pages more idly, allowing your attention to pause or wander as it will. However you choose to use the collection, you will surely find glimpses of hope, clarity, and truth hidden within-- treasures that are greater than gold.

Here is an endearing collection of angel stories retold from the Old and New Testaments with accompanying prayers and blessings to delight young children. The stories highlight key points in the Bible, from Creation to the Resurrection and onto Revelation, where the veil between heaven and earth is pulled aside, and the wonder of God shines through. The wonderfully warm illustrations perfectly capture the angels'' glowing grace and enhance the beauty of the stories, making a book that will be treasured for many years.

Retells the Easter story of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

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Long ago in the busy little town of Assisi, a wealthy merchant and his wife had a baby boy: Francis. They gave their son all the good things that money could buy. But when Francis was a young man, he had a dream telling him to work for God - to follow the example of Jesus in loving those who were unloved and giving everything he had to serve others. Francis'' life touched the hearts of many in his own lifetime. Even the wild birds and animals seemed to listen to what he had to say about God their Maker. For hundreds of years, the story of this good man of Assisi has brought hope and encouragement to all those who long to know gentleness and love in the world.

This volume explores what people know of angels from the Christian faith, and provides a message that angels have watched over the world from the very beginning and will continue to do so in heaven. Mary Joslin is the author of The Good Man of Assisi.