A Bible for Today's Catholic Family

There is a growing desire among Catholics to read the Bible and to find inspiration and wisdom for their daily lives. Yet there is no Bible that brings Catholic families and the Bible together. Developed in partnership with the Center for Ministry Development and Our Sunday Visitor, recognized leaders in Catholic youth and family ministry, The Catholic Faith and Family Bible is designed to make the Bible easier to read and understand for the everyday Catholic family, helping parents and children grow in faith together. This message is brought to life through more than a thousand notes and articles such as:

Act On It --encourages families to engage in something active that the biblical passage may inspire, such as works of mercy and justice.

Make the Connection--offers important facts about the Bible and shows how the Bible is relevant to Catholic family life today.

Meet the People--introduces the main characters of the Bible.

Pray the Word--offers simple prayers for the family to pray together.

Take It to Heart--invites families to reflect on a biblical passage and discover God's message for their lives.

Additional features include book introductions, helpful articles and Bible reading plans for the family, parenting tips on how to share scripture with children, cultural and ethnic perspectives on the Catholic faith, inspiring articles written specifically for Catholic teens, and a topical index to help families connect their faith to everyday events.

The Catholic Faith and Family Bible is sure to become a welcome part of your family life and a cherished keepsake for years to come.

The New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) Catholic Edition is fully approved for study by Catholics by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, and is recognized in scholarly circles as the most accurate translation to English from the original Hebrew and Greek texts. In the tradition of its predecessors, the King James Version and the Revised Standard Version, the NRSV was designed to be the standard version for English-speaking people across all denominations. The NRSV is the most trusted, most accepted, and most accurate English translation of the Bible available today.

The New Revised Standard Version is recognized in scholarly circles as the most accurate translation into English of the original Hebrew and Greek texts and is the most commonly used translation by the global Catholic Church.
This special Catholic edition includes:
- The Catholic Scriptures with inclusive language
- Imprimatur
- Anglicized text
- Special lightweight Bible paper
- Introductory materials for every book
- Timeline of Catholic Church and world history
- Concordance to help readers find specific words and passages
- Sixteen page map section

Pope Francis has said of the Bible, "Take it, carry it with you and read it every day: It is Jesus himself speaking to you in it!"*

This beautiful edition of the Catholic Bible invites you to read Scripture daily and hear the voice of Jesus. Small enough to carry with you to work or school, yet exceptionally readable thanks to the special typeface designed exclusively for the NRSV, the Catholic Bible, Personal Size Standard Edition is perfect for all who desire to spend time in the Word of God.

About the NRSV: Renowned for its balance of scholarship and readability, the NRSV is a trustworthy translation appropriate for personal spiritual formation and in the academy. This Catholic Edition of the NRSV bears the imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church and is approved for private use and study by the Catholic faithful

Pope Francis has said of the Bible, "Take it, carry it with you and read it every day: It is Jesus himself speaking to you in it!"*

This beautiful gift edition of the Catholic Bible is the perfect gift for special milestones in every Catholic's journey of faith, such as Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, Marriage, or RCIA. Extra helps-including reading plans and prayers, book introductions, a timeline of Catholic and world history, a glossary of important terms, a concordance, full-color maps, and more-make this ideal for anyone who wants to learn more about Scripture and Catholic practice.

About the NRSV: Renowned for its balance of scholarship and readability, the NRSV is a trustworthy translation appropriate for personal spiritual formation and in the academy. This Catholic Edition of the NRSV bears the imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church and is approved for private use and study by the Catholic faithful.

Features include:

• Complete Catholic Bible, including the Deuterocanonical books, with the official imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church
• Presentation pages for dedications and recording events
• Articles explaining fundamental Catholic beliefs and practices
• Introductions to every book of the Bible
• Durable Smyth-sewn binding lays flat in your hand or on your desk
• Full-color maps
• Exceptionally readable 8½-point print size in the exclusive NRSV Comfort Print® typeface
• Anglicized text

The go-anywhere NRSV Thinline Catholic Bible, lightweight and portable, now with our easy-to-read Comfort Print and with a variety of unique and traditional cover designs available, is beautiful inside and out. Fitting most purses, laptop bags, and glove boxes, the NRSV Thinline Bible is a great choice to take with you on the go.

Pope Francis has said of the Bible, "Take it, carry it with you and read it every day: It is Jesus himself speaking to you in it!"*

This beautiful gift edition of the Catholic Bible is the perfect gift for special milestones in every Catholic's journey of faith, such as Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, Marriage, or RCIA. Extra helps-including reading plans and prayers, book introductions, a timeline of Catholic and world history, a glossary of important terms, a concordance, full-color maps, and more-make this ideal for anyone who wants to learn more about Scripture and Catholic practice.

About the NRSV: Renowned for its balance of scholarship and readability, the NRSV is a trustworthy translation appropriate for personal spiritual formation and in the academy. This Catholic Edition of the NRSV bears the imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church and is approved for private use and study by the Catholic faithful.

Features include:

• Complete Catholic Bible, including the Deuterocanonical books, with the official imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church
• Presentation pages for dedications and recording events
• Articles explaining fundamental Catholic beliefs and practices
• Introductions to every book of the Bible
• Durable Smyth-sewn binding lays flat in your hand or on your desk
• Full-color maps
• Exceptionally readable 8½-point print size in the exclusive NRSV Comfort Print® typeface
• Anglicized text

The New Revised Standard Version is recognized in scholarly circles as the most accurate translation into English of the original Hebrew and Greek texts and is the most commonly used translation by the global Catholic Church.
This special Catholic edition includes:
- The Catholic Scriptures with inclusive language
- Imprimatur
- Anglicized text
- Special lightweight Bible paper
- Introductory materials for every book
- Timeline of Catholic Church and world history
- Concordance to help readers find specific words and passages
- Sixteen page map section

The only Bible for Catholic teens that invites them to not just read but to LIVE and respond to scripture, with content created by teens and space to reflect, doodle, interact, and join the conversation.

Most youth Bibles are just teen versions of adult Bibles. "Live" takes an all-new, teen-centered approach. It includes a wealth of experiences and activities that help teens discover surprising things about God, see God involved in their lives, and express their faith creatively - both in the pages of the Bible and on the tie-in Web site.

This is the only youth Bible with content created by teenagers. Art, photos, and other creative forms of self-expression from youth are packed into this Bible as a launching point to drive teens into the Bible. Teens will see how God works in the lives of other teens and be encouraged to express their faith, too.

This youth Bible takes "interactive" to an entirely new level. Teenagers who use the "Live Bible" will find:

- Student art, student poems, an interactive tie-in Web site, sidebars that spark teen creativity, "Try This" features that encourage teens to live out their faith, and quotes and profiles of famous people of faith.
- Creative space to express their thoughts, feelings, or questions by writing right on the pages, doodling, pasting pictures, and more
- An invitation to join the community online. Teens are encouraged to visit the Web site revealed inside and post their art, writing, and insights into how God is working in their lives.
- New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) Catholic Edition text - the most trusted, accepted, and accurate translation of the Bible on the market, approved by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

The go-anywhere NRSV Thinline Catholic Bible, lightweight and portable, now with our easy-to-read Comfort Print and with a variety of unique and traditional cover designs available, is beautiful inside and out. Fitting most purses, laptop bags, and glove boxes, the NRSV Thinline Bible is a great choice to take with you on the go.

The Catholic Women s Devotional Bible is designed specifically to nourish a woman s spirituality, making it easy to form a habit of daily prayer and reading. It includes a year s worth of meditations, drawn from classic and contemporary sources, all written by women. Designed especially to meet the needs of Catholics and those accustomed to liturgically-based forms of worship, it includes a six-year reading plan tied to the lectionary, making it easy to locate readings for daily and Sunday liturgies. Additionally, each weekend devotional is based on the life of a particular woman of the Bible, helping you see the relevance of her story today. Each book of the Bible is preceded by a brief introduction highlighting its historical context and its most important themes. Additional articles focus on topics like the sacraments, holy days, the liturgy, and spiritual direction, explaining the link between tradition and Scripture to help you gain a greater understanding of your faith. Meditations are drawn from a rich variety of authors, including: Joan Wester Anderson Sister Wendy Beckett Esther de Waal Catherine of Siena Dorothy Day Fran Ferder Briege McKenna Julian of Norwich Joyce of Rupp Mother Teresa Teresa of Lisieux Macrina Wiederkehr Scripture offers wisdom for important everyday issues like relationships, marriage, child-rearing, simplicity, prayer, and finding real peace. If you dip into it regularly, it will become a well of continual refreshment, nourishing your faith and strengthening your sense of God s loving presence in your life. Features Include: - 260 Daily Meditations. - 52 Weekend Devotions, Focusing on Women of the Bible. - 50 Tradition Articles Linking Scripture with Important Elements of Catholic Life and Faith. - Complete NRSV, Catholic Edition. - 6-Year Reading Guide Keyed to the Catholic Lectionary. - Indexes. - Imprimatur."

Pope Francis has said of the Bible, "Take it, carry it with you and read it every day: It is Jesus himself speaking to you in it!"*

This beautiful gift edition of the Catholic Bible is the perfect gift for special milestones in every Catholic's journey of faith, such as Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, Marriage, or RCIA. Extra helps-including reading plans and prayers, book introductions, a timeline of Catholic and world history, a glossary of important terms, a concordance, full-color maps, and more-make this ideal for anyone who wants to learn more about Scripture and Catholic practice.

About the NRSV: Renowned for its balance of scholarship and readability, the NRSV is a trustworthy translation appropriate for personal spiritual formation and in the academy. This Catholic Edition of the NRSV bears the imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church and is approved for private use and study by the Catholic faithful.

Features include:

• Complete Catholic Bible, including the Deuterocanonical books, with the official imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church
• Presentation pages for dedications and recording events
• Articles explaining fundamental Catholic beliefs and practices
• Introductions to every book of the Bible
• Durable Smyth-sewn binding lays flat in your hand or on your desk
• Full-color maps
• Exceptionally readable 8½-point print size in the exclusive NRSV Comfort Print® typeface
• Anglicized text

This Precious Moments(R) Catholic Bible is the perfect choice for celebrating the special milestones in the life of your child. This beautiful gift can become a usable keepsake for Baptism or First Communion, and it can be the Bible your child carries to Mass. This contains the full Catholic canon, along with helps such as prayers, reading plans, and helpful verses. And the beautiful full-color Precious Moments artwork will invite your child into the pages of Scripture.

Precious Moments, created by artist Sam Butcher over 40 years ago, was inspired by faith, family, and friends. Since then, it has touched the lives of millions throughout the world and serves as a symbol for the emotions experienced during life's milestones, such as weddings, births, and christenings, along with special, everyday moments.

The NRSV Catholic Edition of the Bible includes the complete Catholic Bible and has received the imprimatur of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for personal and devotional use.

Features include:

• Full-color Precious Moments artwork throughout with Bible verses to captivate and engage children
• Imprintable cover and a presentation page to make this a Bible your child will cherish
• Mary's Song of Praise
• Our Father prayer
• Miracles of Jesus list
• 9-point print size

Pope Francis has said of the Bible, "Take it, carry it with you and read it every day: It is Jesus himself speaking to you in it!"*

This beautiful, large print edition of the Catholic Bible invites you to read Scripture daily and hear the voice of Jesus. With a special typeface designed exclusively for the NRSV, the Catholic Bible, Large Print Standard Edition is one of the most readable editions of the Catholic Scriptures available-perfect for all who desire to spend time in the Word of God.

About the NRSV: Renowned for its balance of scholarship and readability, the NRSV is a trustworthy translation appropriate for personal spiritual formation and in the academy. This Catholic Edition of the NRSV bears the imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church and is approved for private use and study for the Catholic faithful.

Pope Francis has said of the Bible, “Take it, carry it with you and read it every day: It is Jesus himself speaking to you in it!”*

The beautifully designed journal edition of the Catholic Bible is perfect for anyone who wants to interact more deeply with the Scriptures through note-taking, art journaling, or hand-copying favorite verses. With its extra wide margins and thick, opaque Bible paper, this special edition of the Scriptures invites you to keep record of your interactions with the Word of God.

About the NRSV: Renowned for its balance of scholarship and readability, the NRSV is a trustworthy translation appropriate for personal spiritual formation and in the academy. This Catholic Edition of the NRSV bears the imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church, and is approved for private use and study by the Catholic faithful.

Features include:

• Complete Catholic Bible, including the Deuterocanonical books, with the official imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Extra wide margins for taking notes, recording your thoughts and questions, or art journaling
• Thick, opaque Bible paper
• Introductions to every book of the Bible
• Durable Smyth-sewn binding lays flat in your hand or on your desk
• Exceptionally readable 9-point print size in the exclusive NRSV Comfort Print® typeface
• Anglicized text 

Pope Francis has said of the Bible, “Take it, carry it with you and read it every day: It is Jesus himself speaking to you in it!”*

This beautiful gift edition of the Catholic Bible is the perfect gift for special milestones in every Catholic’s journey of faith, such as Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, Marriage, or RCIA. Extra helps—including reading plans and prayers, book introductions, a timeline of Catholic and world history, a glossary of important terms, a concordance, full-color maps, and more—make this ideal for anyone who wants to learn more about Scripture and Catholic practice.

About the NRSV: Renowned for its balance of scholarship and readability, the NRSV is a trustworthy translation appropriate for personal spiritual formation and in the academy. This Catholic Edition of the NRSV bears the imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church and is approved for private use and study by the Catholic faithful.

Features include:

• Complete Catholic Bible, including the Deuterocanonical books, with the official imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church
• Presentation pages for dedications and recording events
• Articles explaining fundamental Catholic beliefs and practices
• Introductions to every book of the Bible
• Durable Smyth-sewn binding lays flat in your hand or on your desk
• Full-color maps
• Exceptionally readable 8½-point print size in the exclusive NRSV Comfort Print® typeface
• Anglicized text