Gifts for Dad

Each chapter is made up of a brief story/reflection, followed by a prayer. Illustrations are scattered throughout the book. Pages: 128 pages, softcover. Published: February 2002 by Ave Maria Press.
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Thanks, DAD
Thanks ... For always being there to care, For always trying to be fair, For every piece of good advice, For every quiet sacrifice, For being strong and gentle, too, And most of all ... for being YOU!
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Men need role models, too. Here are more than 70 of the best: great men of modern times who lived their faith even when it meant giving up everything they had.

From horse trader to prime minister, these are men from every walk of life. Doctors, lawyers, construction workers, and civil servants all found holiness where they lived and worked. Some of them were martyrs to oppressive governments. Others were martyrs to physical ailments, or other problems that are all too familiar to us.

A detailed topical index makes it easy to find heroes by their professions or by the problems they faced. Numerous photos bring the heroes to life as real people.

This is the perfect gift for any Catholic man or boy, and an inspiring pick-me-up when you need a spiritual lift. Paper, 304 pages. Our Sunday Visitor Spring 2003
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It takes hard work to become a good father, and one of the most formidable obstacles confronting fathers is the difficulty of finding good guidance on fatherhood. This booklet gives men much-needed directions on problems fathers face, and reveals “twelve commandments of Successful Fathers”: how good fathers raise their children well. Veteran educator James Stenson shows how to defuse adolescent boys’ defiance and how to form positive father-daughter relationships. Scepter Publishers. Paperback 64 pages.
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From the Heart of a Father is a book of letters, stories, and inspirational words about how a father wishes to be remembered by his children. The author says: "If my life were to end today, would my children know my true feelings for them?" In personal letters of love wrapped around fictional inspirational stories, the author's hope is that anyone who reads this book will walk away with an uplifting perspective on life. From the Heart of a Father is also a book about communication and understanding, especially communicating to children a clear message of values and virtues. Paperback, 144 pages. Spring 2003
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Are you the father you hoped you would be? Are you the father your children need you to be? Do you want to become a better father?

"You are not alone!" Stephen Gabriel writes. "God is with fathers. God has chosen us to raise our children for Him and He will give us the grace we need to succeed."

If you want to live up to your potential as the father your children need and deserve, this book is for you. Written by a dad for dads, it examines twenty critical character traits that are necessary for all fathers.

Based on the classic virtues of the Catholic tradition, these traits include such characteristics as faith, justice, fortitude, humility, and generosity. Each section includes a reflection on the virtue, some self-examination considerations, and an encouraging exhortation. A book to be read, prayed, and treasured!

Copyright: 1999
Pages: 136
Format: Hardback
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Shot in breath-taking Hi-def video and set to a rousing musical score and soundtrack featuring Grammy Award-winning Third Day and legendary recording artist Bob Dylan, Champions of Faith: Baseball Edition serves to humanize some of the most celebrated and accomplished ballplayers of our time and restore the “sports hero” to its proper place in the American culture. You will laugh, cry, stand, cheer and be awed by the captivating personal stories captured in these interviews and the thrilling game highlights provided by Major League Baseball Productions. This inaugural production of Catholic Exchange's new film & video division provides some of the big­gest names in our national pastime with a unique forum to discuss faith, family, teamwork, sac­rifice, leadership, humility and the many virtues and spiritual lessons they have learned from the game.

The players, coaches, and managers interviewed for this project and featured in this film include Mike Piazza, David Eckstein, Mike Sweeney, Jeff Suppan, Jack McKeon, Tom Glavine, Craig Biggio, Sean Casey, Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez, Jim Leyland, Mike Scioscia, Lance Berkman, Tim Salmon, Juan Pierre, Mark Prior, Carlos Beltran, Ozzie Guillen, A.J. Pierzynski, Chris Speier, Rich Donnelly, Sandy Alomar, Sr., Sandy Alomar Jr., Mark Teahen, and former players Darrell Miller and Sal Bando. Champions of Faith: Baseball Edition provides an emotionally powerful, action-packed glimpse into what makes a baseball player – and a human being – great.

65 Minutes. Released May 2007
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Time and Again, you've been a mentor and a friend, a wise and helpful counselor. Time and again, you're the one I've turned to whenever I was in need. Time and again, I've wanted to tell you how much I admire and love you.
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And God Said, "It's Good!" takes the sport of football and compares this favorite Sunday pastime to the Bible -- and it works. Once again, Gary Graf combines his love of sports with the Bible, resulting in an amusing and fun-loving book that delights any sports fan.

Comparisons include Hail Mary passes and answered prayers; immaculate receptions and Immaculate Conceptions; football stadiums and cathedrals; biblical verses and double reverses, plus good books and playbooks. These and many more parallels fill this lively and entertaining book every Catholic sports fan will love!

On any Sunday, you can bet some are brought closer to the spirit of the sport while others are more connected to the bible. The twenty chapters in this book compare football and the bible--with remarkable results!

*"Forgiveness and good works were just pre-game drills for the Lord's true purpose here on earth."

*"God rested on Sunday. Football is mostly played on Sunday. Coincidence? I think not."

Any author who can find similarities between the dazzling colors of a football team and the colorful vestments of a priest--needs to have his book read cover to cover. A delightful read for everyone--even if you're not remotely interested in football. Ligouri Publications Fall 2007, Hardcover 192 pages.

This is Chicken Soup for the Soul’s first book written just for Catholics, and it is sure to please all Catholics, from the once-a-year attendee at Christmas Mass, to the devout church volunteer and daily worshipper. With 101 poignant and spirit-filled stories written by Catholics of all ages, this book covers the gamut, including fun stories about growing up Catholic to serious stories about sacraments and miracles. Whether the reader is a cradle Catholic, a convert, simply curious or struggling, these stories describe what it means to be a Catholic. They bring happiness, hope, and healing to everyone in all stages of life and faith.

Paperback; 1.1" H x 8.3" L x 5.5" W (0.95 lbs); 383 pages
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Product text reads: Drink in God''s bountiful blessings. Whether you eat or drink...do everything for the glory of God.-1 Corinthians 10:3.
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Oliva helps men develop and refine the skill of reflective living. He shows how the four basic male archetypes can be used as tools to help men grow toward maturity and wholeness. The positive and negative dimensions of each archetype are illustrated by the personal stories of thirteen men whom the author interviewed.

Author : Max Oliva

Format: Quality Paperback
Pages: 160
Dimensions: 5 1/2 X 8
Published: Sept. 1997
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