The Story of Jesus by popular Catholic Book Publishing author Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, SVD, teaches children the life of Jesus in a series of simple, easy-to-read stories. The magnificent, full-color pictures and large format will ensure that this book will be treasured by all who use it and learn from the 59 included stories. The Story of Jesus has been a favorite among Catholic children for four decades. This title makes an excellent gift and is a valuable resource for children seeking to know more about Jesus Christ.
Among the features of this book are:
- a vibrant full-color illustration to accompany each story
- durable sewn hardcover binding
- a foreword written by the author, Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D.
- maps of Palestine and Jerusalem in the time of Jesus that provide valuable context
The following stories from the life of Jesus are covered in this title:
- Jesus' Birth Is Announced to Mary
- Mary Visits Her Cousin Elizabeth
- Jesus Is Born
- Simeon Foretells Jesus' Mission
- Three Wise Mean Come to Worship
- Jesus Speaks with the Teachers
- Jesus Helps Joseph in the Shop
- Jesus Begins His Father's Work
- Jesus Chooses the Twelve Apostles
- Jesus Cures Many Sick People
- Jesus Speaks with Nicodemus
- Jesus Gives the Sermon on the Mount
- Jesus Teaches Trust in God
- Jesus Calls for Love of Neighbor
- Jesus Helps Peter Catch Many Fish
- Jesus Cures a Crippled Person
- Jesus Cures an Official's Son
- Jesus Raises a Widow's Son
- Jesus Cures a Blind Man
- Jesus Feeds Five Thousand People
- Jesus Calms a Storm at Sea
- Jesus Promises the Eucharist
- Jesus Speaks of His Death and Resurrection
- Jesus Shows His Glory
- Jesus Hears His Mother Praised
- Jesus Blesses Children
- Jesus Gives Life to a Little Girl
- Jesus Cures a Leper
- Jesus Cures a Deaf-Mute
- Jesus with Martha and Mary
- Mary Washes the Feet of Jesus
- Jesus Weeps over the City
- Jesus Enters Jerusalem in Triumph
- Jesus Gives Us the Eucharist
- Jesus Speaks about Heaven
- Jesus Promises the Holy Spirit
- Jesus in His Agony
- Jesus Is Betrayed by Judas
- Jesus Declares He Is the Son of God
- Jesus Is Brought before Pilate
- Jesus Is Mocked by Herod
- Jesus Is Scourged by the Soldiers
- Jesus Is Crowned with Thorns
- Jesus Is Condemned to Death
- Jesus Consoles Some Women
- Jesus Dies on the Cross
- The Side of Jesus Is Pierced
- Jesus Is Taken Down and Buried
- Jesus Rises from the Dead
- An Angel Announces the Resurrection
- Peter and John Visit the Empty Tomb
- Jesus Appears on Road to Emmaus
- Jesus Appears to the Disciples
- Jesus Appears to Thomas
- Jesus Appears at the Seashore
- Jesus Sends the Disciples to Teach the Faith
- Jesus Ascends to Heaven
- The Holy Spirit Comes on Pentecost
- Jesus, Our King
The Greatest Life Ever Lived
The story of Jesus Christ, Son of God Who became Man, is at the center of every Christian's life. By reading about Jesus and dwelling on His words and deeds, we come to love Him more closely.
The colorful illustrations help transport us to the time of Jesus. And the simple, reverent words make His story live for us.
