In this entertaining and informative guide, a former non-practicing Catholic who later became a passionate Catholic mother, shares light-hearted guidance for other Catholic parents who aspire to nurture their own faith and pass on what they have learned to their children. Denise Barnes offers a fresh, down-to-earth approach to growing Catholic children while sharing entertaining anecdotes that chronicle her nearly twenty-year spiritual journey. Barnes leads others on a step-by-step plan by asking such insightful and witty questions as "Are you a Chicken or a Pig?" and "Carrots or Potato Chips?" Included are creative observations that offer Barnes' unique perspective on the "Father, Son, and Holy Syrup" and "Broccoli, Shrimp, and the Rosary"-all in an effort to uphold her baptismal call to share the good news of Christ and the wonders of the Catholic faith. Bringing up Catholic children in the world today takes courage, commitment, and a great deal of practice. "Growing Catholics: A Journey from Cradle to Catholic" invites parents, parents-to-be, teachers, and role models to share in one mother's conversion while accepting her challenge to embark on their own journey to become a growing Catholic.

This engrossing book tells the tale of the Detroit duo who shook up the music world with their candy-colored gothic-coated world of melody rhythm and storytelling. These unlikely-looking saviors reinvigorated the blues and blues-rock for a new generation. Writer Denise Sullivan relates The White Stripes' story with a keen eye for detail a music lover's ear for influences and references a fan's appreciation of the layers and subtleties and a journalist's nose for a good story with all its twists and curves half-truths and elaborate theories. Includes dozens of rare photographs a full discography and a song concordance. 7-1/4 x 9-1/4 176 pages

Does God hear prayers? Helping children understand that God hears their prayers can be a challenging task because God is not visible. In Megan's Phone Call, you and your child will go on a journey with Megan and her mother where they come to realize the importance of conversation with God through prayer. Follow Megan as she discovers that prayer is as simple as talking to a friend on the phone. Along the way, she gains confidence that God hears her, and she learns that conversations with God--just like conversations with friends--are essential and rewarding. At the end of their journey, you and your child will be invited to pray with Megan and her mother, while also being encouraged to continue praying each day. God longs to have conversation with each of us, and yes, God does hear and answer all prayers.

In this entertaining and informative guide, a former non-practicing Catholic who later became a passionate Catholic mother, shares light-hearted guidance for other Catholic parents who aspire to nurture their own faith and pass on what they have learned to their children. Denise Barnes offers a fresh, down-to-earth approach to growing Catholic children while sharing entertaining anecdotes that chronicle her nearly twenty-year spiritual journey. Barnes leads others on a step-by-step plan by asking such insightful and witty questions as "Are you a Chicken or a Pig?" and "Carrots or Potato Chips?" Included are creative observations that offer Barnes' unique perspective on the "Father, Son, and Holy Syrup" and "Broccoli, Shrimp, and the Rosary"-all in an effort to uphold her baptismal call to share the good news of Christ and the wonders of the Catholic faith. Bringing up Catholic children in the world today takes courage, commitment, and a great deal of practice. "Growing Catholics: A Journey from Cradle to Catholic" invites parents, parents-to-be, teachers, and role models to share in one mother's conversion while accepting her challenge to embark on their own journey to become a growing Catholic.