Written by Betsy Puntel & Hannah Roberts
Illustrated by Debra Bandelin & Bob Dacey
One of the best liturgical-catechetical Mass books
for young children. The writers have done an exceptional job of presenting the
rituals of the Mass in a way that will engage children and enable them to
reflect at their own level on the meaning of the parts of the Mass.
Also, throughout the text, children are presented
with questions that will draw them into participation in the Mass and help them
develop a Eucharistic spirituality.
Specifications: Hardcover - 7" x 8 3/4" -
48 pages.
"This little book is a treasure
for young children and their parents. The celebration of Mass unfolds in
a simple and engaging way, to deepen faith and shape understanding, to provide
for greater participation and to behold God's love for us in Jesus. Betsy
Puntel and Hannah Roberts, with A Child's Book of the Mass, place in the hands
of parents an excellent guide to give their children a lasting love for the
Sunday Eucharist."
Reverend Gerald Dennis Gill
Director, Office for Divine Worship
Archdiocese of Philadelphia
"A Child's Book of the Mass is
the sort of at home catechesis that helps parents assume the responsibility
they accepted at their children's Baptism. It is clearly written and
well-illustrated. The questions given for the children are well designed to
invite and encourage their participation and also give them a sense of
accomplished learning. The language is not childish and communicates a sense of
the seriousness of the topic. It's the sort of book that one could imagine
becoming part of a child's Saturday night bedtime."
