Charlene Altemose – författare

Finding a truly good role model in our world...someone with wisdom, love, and compassion, can be difficult. Mary, however, is as relevant today as she has been throughout the 2000-year history of the Church. She has dealt with both extreme pain and loss, and overwhelming joy and blessings. That is why, according to the author, we should continue to study Mary and her life. This informative guide to Marian basics is a welcome addition to anyone's plan for self-improvement.Paperback

Geared to the entire parish community, The RCIA and You will help your parishioners understand the critical role they play in the RCIA and encourage them to take an active role in the adult initiation process.Deluxe pamphletNonreturnable

In clear and simple language, Sister Charlene Altemose explains each of the sacraments... and Vatican II's revisions in sacramental principles. Written to help Catholics better celebrate each individual sacrament, What You Should Know About the Sacraments also discusses the broader sense of "e;sacramentality."e;Booklet

Artists, writers, and musicians have attempted to capture for us a glimpse of what they might be like. Philosophers, theologians, and clergy have surmised about their deeper importance within our faith-life. Yet most people still feel that angels are a mystery.The current popularity of angels is an enigma for many, including Sister Charlene Altemose. Like others, she asks, "e;Why is there a sudden interest in angels when the world seems so estranged from spiritual values?"e;Whatever the reason for their magnetic appeal, Altemose sees this interest as an opportunity to rediscover the role angels play in our lives. She invites us to explore four avenues that inform and inspire us toward a more familiar rapport with angels:Angels--A Mystery of FaithAngels in Tradition and TheologyAngels in Human Imagination and CreativityAngels in Prayer and Human ExperiencesPaperback

Este libro ofrece un vistazo a las etapas que siguen en el proceso que termina con la canonizacion y hace la conexion entre la santidad y una vida moral. Los santos no se hicieron santos en un momento, pues ellos mismos se comprometieron a discerninr la voluntad de Dios y poner en practica los valores cristianos. Este libro incluye una lista de los santos patrones de algunos trabajos y cuales de ellos han sido los mas venerados por el pueblo catolico atraves de los siglos. 80 paginas; Cubierta rustica

Liturgy is the "e;work of the people,"e; and all Christians are called to participate. Responding to the call, a lector is a person with normal abilities for reading and understanding Scripture, and a desire for proclaiming the Word of God. Lectors must feel comfortable reading in public, and should be committed to living a life that reflects the sacred Word that they proclaim. Should I Become a Lector? is a valuable resource, complete with discussion of lectors training, description of Lectionary and liturgical books, and suggestions for developing a deeper understanding of Scripture. Deluxe pamphlet

Cantors provide an integral service to the worshiping community in proclaiming the sung Word of God. Their efforts add beauty to prayer and strengthen the understanding of liturgy as the "e;work of the people."e; A cantor must possess the ability to sing in public, be able to lead and direct others in singing, be willing to study, practice, and update the skills that support their ministry. Should I Become a Cantor? answers common questions that people ask about music ministry. Deluxe pamphlet