Growing Up a Friend of Jesus A Guide to Discipleship for Children

Growing Up a Friend of Jesus addresses the concerns of many parents, catechists, and pastors who are asking, "What can we do to help our children continue to grow in faith after the "intensive care" of sacramental preparation?" Using a dynamic blend of stories and activities, this fully illustrated book provides children 8 to 11 years old with a practical guide for their daily apprenticeship of the Christian way of life. This book offers children an ongoing initiation to a personal life of prayer in a variety of ways suited to their stage of development, it gives parents a practical tool to initiate intimate conversations with their children about their faith, their problems, their values and concerns. It offers families a wealth of ideas for simple but meaningful and enjoyable family activities.Darcy-Bérubé, Françoise is the author of 'Growing Up a Friend of Jesus A Guide to Discipleship for Children' with ISBN 9780867164015 and ISBN 0867164018.