My Friend Jesus

My Friend Jesus 978-0-89942-293-0

My Friend Jesus is an ideal gift for a child's First Holy Communion.
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:

• Brief and easy-to-read biography on the life and legacy of this saint
• Vibrant, full-color illustrations
• High-quality paper
• Durable, sewn paperback binding
• Conveniently sized at 5 1/2" X 7 ⅜" to accommodate little hands
• a presentation page that allows for easy personalization of this book when used as a gift
• an explanation of how Jesus is our friend
• Nihil Obstat
• Imprimatur

One of 101 titles in the St. Joseph Picture Book Series, this book by popular author Father Lovasik, S.V.D., provides children with simple explanations of who Jesus is and how He helps us. Jesus is the best friend we could ever have! From a Catholic perspective, Jesus isn't just God's Son; He's also someone who understands us, loves us deeply, and wants to be close to us. Even though we can't see Him like we see our other friends, Jesus is always with us, ready to listen and help us.
In the Bible, Jesus calls Himself the Good Shepherd because He cares for each of us like a shepherd care for his sheep. He knows us by name, watches over us, and protects us. When we pray, we can talk to Jesus, telling Him our worries, joys, and hopes, just like we would with any close friend.
Jesus showed us how to be good friends by loving others, forgiving, and helping people in need. He showed His love for us in the biggest way possible by dying on the cross so we could be with Him forever. Through the sacraments, like Holy Communion, Jesus comes close to us in a special way, filling our hearts with His love.
Having Jesus as our friend means that we're never alone. We can turn to Him at any time, in any place, and He will be there. Jesus is always ready to guide us, comfort us, and help us be the best we can be. By loving Jesus, praying, and following His example, we grow in friendship with Him and live in God's love every day.

Specific topics covered in this title include:

• Jesus Became a Child Like Me
• Jesus Lived in a Family
• Jesus Gave Me His Family
• Jesus is My Shepherd
• Jesus is My Teacher
• Jesus Helps Me to Learn
• Jesus Died for Me
• Jesus Forgives My Sins
• Jesus Comes to us in Communion
• Jesus Gives Me Friends
• Jesus Gives Me a Family
• Jesus Gives Me a Guardian Angel
• Jesus Gave Me His Mother
• Jesus Listens to Those Who Love Mary
• Jesus My Best Friend
• Jesus Loves All Children
• Jesus-My Friend in the Eucharist