{"product_id":"saint-patrick-9780899423852","title":"Saint Patrick","description":"\u003cp\u003e Saint Patrick 978-0-89942-385-2 \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eSaint Patrick \u003c\/i\u003eis an ideal gift for a child's First Holy Communion. \u003cbr\u003e The St. Joseph Picture Books Series is a magnificent series of religious books for children, superbly illustrated in full color and simply written, that will help all children to better understand the Catholic Faith. These books are ideal for home or school. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The St. Joseph Picture Books Series is intended to help teach the basics of the Catholic Faith to children in an enjoyable manner. The books in the Series deal with one or more of the following themes: (1) the teachings of the Church, (2) the Christian way of life, and (3) our Catholic worship (including both public and private prayers and devotions). Each book also carries the Imprimatur, assuring that the contents are in line with Church teaching. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Among the features of this book are: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Brief and easy-to-read biography on the life and legacy of this saint \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Vibrant, full-color illustrations \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e High-quality paper \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Durable, sewn paperback binding \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Conveniently sized at 5 1\/2\" X 7 ⅜\" to accommodate little hands \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e a presentation page that allows for easy personalization of this book when used as a gift \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e an explanation of who St. Patrick was and how He helps us \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Nihil Obstat \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Imprimatur \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e Check out all 101 titles in this series of Catholic children's books. Each of the St. Joseph Picture Books make wonderful gifts for baptisms, First Communion, birthdays, Christmas, or Easter. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e One of 101 titles in the St. Joseph Picture Book Series, this book by popular author Rev. Jude Winkler, OFM. Conv. provides children with an explanation of who Saint Patrick was. Saint Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland, and his story is full of faith, courage, and adventure! He was born in Britain around the year 385, but when he was just 16 years old, something scary happened--he was captured by pirates and taken to Ireland as a slave! He had to work very hard as a shepherd, looking after sheep. Even though he was scared and far from home, Patrick prayed to God every day, asking for strength. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e After six long years, Patrick escaped and returned home to his family. But he didn't forget about the people of Ireland. He believed God was calling him to go back and share the message of Jesus with them. So, Patrick became a priest and later a bishop, and he returned to Ireland to spread the Good News of Christianity. Saint Patrick traveled all over Ireland, teaching people about God's love. One of the ways he explained the Holy Trinity--the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit--was by using a shamrock, a small plant with three leaves. The three leaves helped people understand that God is three persons in one. \u003cbr\u003e Thanks to St. Patrick, many people in Ireland became Christians, and he is still remembered for his strong faith and his bravery. Today, we celebrate St. Patrick's Day every March 17th, remembering his life and the good work he did. \u003cbr\u003e St. Patrick teaches us to trust in God, even when life is hard, and to share God's love with others, just like he did with the people of Ireland. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Specific topics covered in this title include: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Pagan Kings and Chieftains Ruled Ireland \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Patrick Taken into Slavery \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Prayers of a Shepherd \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The Journey to Freedom \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The Call to Ireland \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Patrick is Sent to Ireland \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Patrick Begins His Preaching \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Many People are Converted \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Patrick's Sufferings \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Patrick's Piety \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Patrick Works Miracles \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Patrick's Humility \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Patrick's Trust in God \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Patrick's Success \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Patrick's Death \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Prayer of the Church to St. Patrick \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=AUTH-1235518\"\u003eLawrence G. Lovasik\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Catholic Book Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/01\/1984\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 32\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.40lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 5.83h x 5.67w x 0.94d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780899423852\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN10:\u003c\/b\u003e 089942385X\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC Categories:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-JUV\"\u003eJuvenile Fiction\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-JUV000000\"\u003eGeneral\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis title is not returnable\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Catholic Book Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48458191601901,"sku":"9780899423852","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/8097\/6621\/files\/img_d0e42732-d3de-4f31-981c-30aa9131e4f2.jpg?v=1753597017","url":"https:\/\/sureshotbooks.com\/products\/saint-patrick-9780899423852","provider":"SureShot Books Publishing LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}