PRAYERS AND RESOURCES
Below are Prayers to know and Treasures of the Catholic Faith
The Sign of the Cross
In the name of the father, and the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen The Lord's PrayerOur Father, who are in heaven, hallowed be they name; they kingdom come, they will be one on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
Amen Glory Be to the FatherGlory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end.
Amen Hail MaryHail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee! Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb , Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death.
Amen Act of ContritionMy God, I am sorry for my sins with all my heart. In choosing to do wrong and failing to do good, I have sinned against you whom I should love above all things. I firmly intend, with your help, to do penance, to sin no more, and to avoid whatever leads me to sin. Amen
The Apostles' CreedI believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; he descended into hell, on the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting.
Amen Catholic Social TeachingSeven Themes
1. Life and Dignity of the Human Person 2. Call to Family, Community, and Participation 3. Rights and Responsibilities 4. Option for the Poor and Vulnerable 5. Dignity of Work and Rights of Workers 6. Solidarity 7. Care of God's Creation |
Seven SacramentsBaptism
Confirmation Eucharist Penance Anointing of the Sick Holy Orders Matrimony Sacraments of Initiation
Baptism
Eucharist Confirmation Gifts of the
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The Ten Commandments1. I am the Lord your God, you shall not have strange gods before me.
2. You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain. 3. Remember to keep holy the Lord's Day. 4. Honor your father and your mother. 5 You shall not kill. 6. You shall not commit adultery. 7. You shall not steal. 8. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. 9. You shall not covet your neighbor's wife. 10. You shall not covet your neighbor's goods.
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The Great Commandment
"You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind." This is the greatest and first commandment. And a second is like it. "Your shall love your neighbor as yourself." Matthew 22:36-39
The Beatitudes
The eight (8) Beatitudes are the teachings of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:3-12). Jesus tells us the rewards that will be ours as his faithful followers.
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I LEARN the Beatitudes
Blessed are the poor in spirit,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are they who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the land. Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be satisfied. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Blessed are the clean in heart, for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. |
I LIVE the Beatitudes
I am blessed when I know that I can do
nothing without God's help. I am blessed when I comfort those who are sorrowful or in pain. I am blessed when I treat others with patience and gentleness. I am blessed when I treat everyone fairly and share what I have with those in need. I am blessed when I forgive others and treat everyone with kindness. I am blessed when I put God and his laws first in my life. I am blessed when I do my best to be at peace within myself and with others. I am blessed when I speak and do what know is right even when others do not. |
Do Not Be Afraid
Song by Joy O'Sullivan, Director of
Music at St. James Campus |
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Examination of Conscience for Children-Preparation for First Reconciliation
Responsibilities to others
Have I been obedient and respectful to my parents? Have I lied or been deceitful to them or to others? Have I been mean, stubborn or rebellious? Have I talked back to parents, teachers or other adults? Have I pouted and been moody? Have I been selfish towards my family, friends and others? Have I gotten angry at them? Have I hit anyone? Have I held grudges or not forgiven others? Have I treated other children with respect or have I made fun of them and called them names? Have I used bad language? Have I stolen anything? Have I returned it? Have I done my homework and household chores? Have I been helpful and affectionate toward my family? Have I been kind and generous with my friends? |
Knowing our responsibilities
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RESOURCES
Join the Parish-new member form (download and print)
Bible Study Resources
- An online Bible from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) online bible.
- Learn how to find a Bible verse
- Article describing five basic Bible facts
- Article from the USCCB on Understanding the Bible
- List of all the parables told by Jesus
- Gifts of the Holy Spirit
- Catholic Social Teaching-Seven Themes of (for children)
- Seven Themes of Catholic Social Teaching (adults and teens)
- 40 Lenten Activities for Catholic Families
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