Picture Book Of Saints: Illustrated Lives Of The Saints For Young And Old in Bloomington, MN

Picture Book of Saints Hardcover Gift Box Edition 978-89942-232-9
Picture Book of Saints
by popular author Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D., recounts the lives of over 100 well-known Saints and
Blesseds
. Written in a straightforward, easy-to-understand style that will appeal to parents, teachers, and children, the life of each figure in this classic and enduring collection is beautifully illustrated in full color.
has been a favorite of Catholics for over sixty years and was
expanded
in 2015 to include sixteen of the
and Saints that have been beatified and/or canonized in the 21st century.
A short prayer accompanies the biography of each included figure.
Picture Book of Saints
is an excellent gift idea and a great educational resource for children seeking to know more about and follow the examples of these holy figures. Recommended for children age 7 and up.
Among the features of this book are:
Attractive presentation page
Gilded Edges
Printed Endpapers
A short prayer accompanies the biography of each included figure
Brief and easy-to-text and simple descriptions of each Saint
Illustrations of each Saint
High-quality paper
Durable, paperback binding
Conveniently sized at 5=8 ½”  X 11 ⅜” to accommodate little hands
Nihil Obstat
Imprimatur
attractive padded hardcover
In the Apostles Creed we say, "I believe in the communion of saints." Saints are those who have attained Heaven and are praying for us, they are special heavenly friends who have shown us how to live and love like Jesus while they were on earth.
The lives of saints play a vital role in the faith formation of Catholic children, offering them tangible examples of how to live a life rooted in love, virtue, and holiness. Saints are real people who overcame challenges, grew in their faith, and demonstrated heroic virtue, showing children that holiness is achievable in every walk of life. Their stories inspire young minds to strive for goodness, courage, and selflessness.
By learning about saints, children gain a deeper understanding of Catholic values, such as compassion, forgiveness, and trust in God. The saints' diverse backgrounds and missions—ranging from helping the poor to defending the faith—teach children that everyone has a unique role in God’s plan. This instills a sense of purpose and encourages them to seek their own vocation.
Moreover, the saints' lives often resonate with children in personal ways. For instance, young saints like St. Thérèse of Lisieux or St. Dominic Savio show that even children can achieve great holiness. Their examples help children recognize that their everyday choices—acts of kindness, prayers, and sacrifices—can bring them closer to God.
In a world filled with conflicting values, the saints provide a countercultural example of living for Christ. Their lives illuminate the path to sainthood, inspiring children to become beacons of faith, hope, and love in their own communities.
The following Saints are featured in this title:
Our Lady, Queen of Saints
St. Agnes
St. Aloysius Gonzaga
St. Alphonsus Liguori
St. Ambrose
St. Andre Bessette
St. Andrew
St. Andrew Dung-Lac
St. Angela Merici
St. Anne
St. Anthony the Abbot
St. Anthony Mary Claret
St. Anthony of Padua
St. Augustine
St. Barbara
St. Barnabas
St. Bartholomew
St. Basil the Great
St. Benedict
St. Benedict Joseph Labre
St. Bernadette
St. Bernard
St. Bonaventure
St. Boniface
St. Bridget
St. Camillus de Lellis
St. Catherine Laboure
St. Catherine of Siena
St. Cecilia
St. Charles Borromeo
St. Christopher
St. Clare
Sts. Cyril and Methodius
St. Dominic
St. Dominic Savio
St. Dymphna
St. Edward
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
St. Faustina Kowalska
St. Frances Cabrini
St. Francis of Assisi
St. Francis de Sales
St. Francis Xavier
St. Gabriel the Archangel
St. Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows
St. Gemma Galgani
St. George
St. Gerard Majella
St. Gregory the Great
St. Helen
St. Ignatius of Antioch
St. Ignatius Loyola
St. Isaac Jogues
St. Isidore the Farmer
St. Isidore of Seville
St. James the Greater
St. Jane Frances de Chantal
St. Jerome
St. Joachim
St. Joan of Arc
St. John the Baptist
St. John Baptist de la Salle
St. John Berchmans
St. John Bosco
St. John of the Cross
St. John Eudes
St. John the Evangelist
St. John of God
St. John Mary Vianney
St. John Neopmucene
St. John Nepomucene Neumann
St. John Paul II
St. John XXIII
St. Joseph
St. Josephine Bakhita
St. Juan Diego
St. Jude Thaddeus
St. Junipero Serra
St. Kateri Tekakwitha
St. Katharine Drexel
St. Lawrence
St. Lawrence Ruiz
St. Leo the Great
St. Louise de Marillac
St. Lucy
St. Luke the Evangelist
St. Madeleine Sophie Barat
St. Margaret Mary Alacoque
St. Maria Goretti
St. Maria Soledad Torres Acosta
Bl. Marie Rose Durocher
St. Mark the Evangelist
St. Martin de Porres
St. Martin of Tours
St. Mary Magdalene
St. Matthew the Evangelist
St. Maximilian Kolbe
St. Michael
Bl. Miguel Agustin Pro
St. Nicholas
St. Patrick
St. Paul the Apostle
St. Paul of the Cross
St. Peregrine
St. Peter the Apostle
St. Peter Canisius
St. Peter Claver
Sts. Philip and James
St. Philip Neri
St. Pio of Pietrelcina
St. Pius V
St. Pius X
St. Raphael the Archangel
St. Rita
St. Robert Bellarmine
St. Rose of Lima
St. Rose Philippine Duchesne
St. Sebastian
St. Stanislaus Kostka
St. Stephen
St. Tarcisius
St. Teresa of Avila
St. Teresa of Calcutta
St. Therese of the Child Jesus
St. Thomas the Apostle
St. Thomas Aquinas
St. Thomas More
St. Vincent Ferrer
St. Vincent de Paul
We invite you to view other Saints titles here: https://catholicbookpublishing.com/browse/childrens-books-on-saints.