Saint Anthony of Padua The World's Best Loved Saint

Saint Anthony of Padua 978-0-89942-386-9

Saint Anthony of Padua is an ideal gift for a child's First Holy Communion, Christmas or Easter.
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.

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.

Among the features of this book are:

• Vibrant full-page, full-color illustrations
• Durable sewn paperback binding
• St. Patrick and St. Augustine commentary
• High-quality paper
• Conveniently sized at 5 1/2" X 7 ⅜" to accommodate little hands
• Budget-friendly price point
• Imprimatur
• Nihil Obstat

One of 101 titles in the St. Joseph Picture Book Series, this book by popular author Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D., teaches children about this great saint in easily understandable language. t. Anthony of Padua is one of the most beloved saints in the Catholic Church. He was born in Lisbon, Portugal, in 1195 and grew up in a Christian family. His real name was Fernando, but when he became a priest, he chose the name Anthony.
Anthony loved to study and teach about Jesus. He was very wise, and people came from all over to hear him preach. Even though he was famous, he stayed humble and kind, always helping those in need.
One of the things St. Anthony is best known for is helping people find lost things. Many believe he prays to God for us when we lose something special. That's why people say, "St. Anthony, St. Anthony, please come around, something is lost and needs to be found."
St. Anthony also cared deeply for the poor. He often gave away food and comforted those who were sad. He showed everyone how to love like Jesus by sharing and being kind.
St. Anthony died in 1231 at the age of 36, but his life and miracles are remembered even today. His feast day is June 13, and he is called the "Wonder Worker" because of the many miracles that happened through his prayers. He is a shining example of faith and kindness.
Topics and figures covered in this title are:

• Anthony's Parents
• Temptation and the Eucharist
• Fernando's early Education
• Fernando Becomes a Franciscan
• Anthony Meets St. Francis
• Anthony is Sent to Preach
• Anthony the Preacher
• The Spirit of St. Francis
• Anthony, Teacher of Theology
• Anthony the Miracle Worker
• The Infant Jesus Appears
• Anthony, Devoted Son of Mary
• Anthony's Death
• Anthony Proclaimed a Saint
• A Saint of the World
• The Church's Prayer