New book for orthodox children introducing the first book, our hymn to the mother of god as part of a fullcolor hard bound orthodox children s series now available for purchase by the sisters of all saints greek orthodox monastery in calverton, long island, new york. Conciliars back to school sale includes discounts of up to 30 percent on select conciliar press children s books through thursday, september 4, 2008. A childs guide to prayer is a beautifully illustrated prayer book for orthodox christian children aged 510 who are just developing a habit of prayer. Orthodox christian network prayer community audio and. Welcome to the holy resurrection bookstore and gift shop. On helping children to participate in the divine liturgy. There is also the eastern orthodox homeschoolers group page on facebook. The first seven ecumenical councils were held between the years of 325. This book is a compilation of quotes and writings about raising and educating orthodox christian children. Children s orthodox story books miscellaneous story books that illustrate timeless truths about the orthodox christian life. The apostolos book of the apostle, also called the epistle lectionary, is the book containing prescribed readings from the acts of the apostles and the epistles, arranged according to the orthodox liturgical year. Colorful orthodox christian picture books, chapter books, prayer books, activity books, and gifts for children and teens. A handful of helpful books for children orthodox christian. Childrens books and gifts ancient faith ministries.
Orthodox childrens illustrated bible american bible society on. May 18, 2016 here are a few resources with even more ideas of ways to help your children participate in the divine liturgy. Orthodox christians just learning the stories and parables of the holy book. Sep 9, 2019 this ultimate guide to orthodox children s books contains summaries of dozens of the best books for orthodox familiesfrom board books to books for teens. However, i disagree with the paraphrasing of the stories. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of. The miracle of saint nicholas by gloria whelan, illustrated by judith brown set in russia after the fall of communism, the miracle of saint nicholas tells the tale of young alexi, a curious boy. The abs is only used when the old testament is quoted. Tomorrow is the last day of a oneweek sale on orthodox christian childrens books published by conciliar press. Conciliars back to school sale includes discounts of up to 30 percent on select conciliar press childrens books through thursday, september 4, 2008. Readers can download what they want, and quote any passages from any book or article provided the source is mentioned. He asks his babushka why their church is closed and wont stop until it is open again for nativity. Sure, there were books about saints, and books that explained the feasts. Antiochian orthodox media center released video for educating children on basics of sacramental life in the orthodox church.
Orthodox prayers and prayer books that are suitable for children. I found a childrens book that explains many of the facets of an orthodox church. Catherines pascha captures beautifully the enthusiasm and excitement a child feels and experiences on pascha. Goodnight jesus is a gentle rhyming book that helps children wind down as they say goodnight to and kiss the various people who are important to them. Orthodox christian childrens books, orthodox picture books. We recently discovered the book orthodox christian parenting cultivating gods creation by marie l. Puzzles, stamps, and other toys with a spiritual base to use as gifts and stocking. John the baptist greek orthodox church see more triangledown pages businesses medianews company publisher potamitis publishing orthodox christian childrens books. Dec 15, 2016 antiochian orthodox media center released video for educating children on basics of sacramental life in the orthodox church. The antiochian department of christian education partners with the orthodox christian education commission to prepare curriculum materials for all ages. But picture books about orthodox children who loved the saints.
The ultimate guide to orthodox childrens books christian. For this reason, i hope that we take note of its many precious elements of spirituality, which have the ability to console, strengthen, and assist our spiritual journey. I love having an orthodox christian version of the children s bible. This free teacher resource featuring 74 pages of activities about twelve north american orthodox saints whose lives and witness built up the orthodox church in america. Activity book department of christian education orthodox. This tiny book contains much needed help for our high school and young adult children, sweetly wrapped in a pleasant, abletobeusedinpublicbyyoungpeople cover. The selection includes morning and evening prayers, prayers during the day, at mealtimes, for family and friends, and prayers of and to the saints along with psalms to pray and prayers that. Eastern orthodox church orthodox churches orthodox prayer rope. The parents handbook for orthodox christian homeschoolers. It has been a joy to work with them to publish this special project, as their idea of using the hymnology of the church to retell the story to children just. Record three years of gratitude in a sentence a day. A celebration of easter in the orthodox church was also was a finalist in the 2015 best book awards. Catherines pascha is a wonderful diverse picture book that include a story about orthodox christian people, recipes and traditions. The child in the book kisses jesus and the saints goodnight and then does the same to his family as he prepares for bed.
We are a publishing company with a desire to provide orthodox christian children with books and goods that strengthen their faith and love of the church. Our familys top 10 favorite orthodox childrens books orthodox. Topics children and youth orthodox christian ebooks. It is the story of thomas, a boy who may be autistic but does not let his challenges keep him from being an active participant even a leader in entering the kingdom of god while bringing others with him. When my children were young, it was hard to find picture books where they could see themselves and their orthodox christian faith. Christian orthodox activities for children sanders, jack on. A childs guide to prayer orthodox christian ebooks. This board book uses icons to tell the story of christs birth from the annunciation to the presentation at the temple.
In the christian sense the term means conforming to the christian faith as represented in the creeds of the early church. Orthodox childrens books that teach children the truth of the orthodox christian faith. Orthodox music which will put smiles on their faces and true joy in their hearts. Childrens books which beautifully depict the nativity of christ with words and pictures to help bring teach our children and bring them to share in christs incarnation. Much of the time, i end up telling my young grandchildren what i believe is a more accurate description of what was said and done. Dec 01, 2012 we received the book right before pascha and began reading from there towards the end. Help your child begin to understand hisher faith with photographs detailing the beautiful sights of the orthodox church.
George orthodox cathedral in rossford, ohio, offers this excellent article about the importance of having children participating in the divine liturgy. Sep 29, 2017 the book helps to clarify the cancer experience, removing some of the fear that comes with uncertainty and misunderstanding, and offering hope in the form of orthodox christian ways to respond and help, so it is a good one for young orthodox christians to take in. Oct 21, 2016 the ultimate guide to orthodox childrens books board books for toddlers. Sep 9, 2019 this ultimate guide to orthodox childrens books contains summaries of dozens of the best books for orthodox familiesfrom board books to books for teens. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Childrens orthodox story books miscellaneous story books that illustrate timeless truths about the orthodox christian life. Welcome to the holy resurrection bookstore and gift shop website we offer a large and unique selection of orthodox products, such as icons, books, religious gifts, devotional items for home and church, children s gifts and toys, and many other orthodox items. The text is gathered both from church fathers and contemporary orthodox christians, and is presented by theme. Wholesome orthodox christian products for families. The orthodox childrens press connecting home and church. This beautiful book walks a child through paschafrom baking on saturday to the beautiful service and breaking the fast with church family. Shop by age, by gender, by category, or by popular brand.
The orthodox christian experience is infused with beauty. Potamitis publishing orthodox christian childrens books. God calls to us through the presence of beautiful thingsfrom the gilded chalice that holds christs very body to the icons of beloved saints hanging in our homes. The orthodox christian classical homeschool yahoo group was started in 2002. Orthodoxy from greek orthodoxia righteouscorrect opinion is adherence to correct or accepted creeds, especially in religion. It has close to people who post and respond in the threads. Celebrating an orthodox christian easter with catherines.
Beautiful things is a 64page coloring and activity book for our littlest believers. Featured items newest items bestselling alphabetical. Among people who write diverse books, theres an idea called casual diversity. Our kids store is the ultimate resource to help encourage your childs educational and spiritual growth with great toys, books, bibles, and more. The mission of the orthodox church in america, the local autocephalous orthodox christian church, is to be faithful in fulfilling the commandment of christ to go into all the world and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the father, and of the son and of the holy spirit.
The ultimate guide to orthodox children s books board books for toddlers. Our familys top 10 favorite orthodox childrens books. Tomorrow is the last day of a oneweek sale on orthodox christian children s books published by conciliar press. May 04, 2016 this tiny book contains much needed help for our high school and young adult children, sweetly wrapped in a pleasant, abletobeusedinpublicbyyoungpeople cover. Welcome to the holy resurrection bookstore and gift shop website we offer a large and unique selection of orthodox products, such as icons, books, religious gifts, devotional items for home and church, childrens gifts and toys, and many other orthodox items. The kids keep wanting me to read more, so this was a very wise purchase. Celebrating an orthodox christian easter with catherines pascha. We received the book right before pascha and began reading from there towards the end. Birth of christ in icons board book celebrate the earth. Here are a few resources with even more ideas of ways to help your children participate in the divine liturgy. The book helps to clarify the cancer experience, removing some of the fear that comes with uncertainty and misunderstanding, and offering hope in the form of orthodox christian ways to respond and help, so it is a good one for young orthodox christians to take in. Beautiful things an orthodox coloring book for children. Orthodox christian children can see themselves in these 17 picture books that feature the orthodox faith and life in a variety of ways.
Jul 03, 2018 when my children were young, it was hard to find picture books where they could see themselves and their orthodox christian faith. The ultimate guide to orthodox childrens books orthodox. Orthodox christian network prayer community audio and videos. Ancient faith publishing produces dozens of books for adults and children by many of the best writers in the englishspeaking orthodox world, as well as translations, icons, cards, and more. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior. Today, ancient faith ministries is a department of the antiochian orthodox christian archdiocese of north america. Shop a variety of christian and general market products for kids. The orthodox church is one of the three main christian groups the others being roman catholic and protestant. The ultimate guide to orthodox childrens books board books for toddlers. Orthodox gifts for the children in your life this christmas.
Through each book, two so far, children are invited to participate and explore the hymns of each of our twelve great feasts. Introducing the first book, our hymn to the mother of god as part of a fullcolor hard bound orthodox childrens series now available for purchase by the sisters of all saints greek orthodox monastery in calverton, long island, new york. Meyer has written a new picture book called the suitcase. An activity book for orthodox children and parents produced by the department of christian education orthodox church in america. Curriculum from orthodox christian education commission. Then jesus called the little child to him, set him in the midst of them, and said, assuredly, i say to you, unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Sign inregister my account help about us site logo. Colorful and beautifully expressive illustrations guide the reader as they gain insight into each hymn, and the beautiful feast it celebrates. You will find new and seasoned orthodox homeschool parents in this group to turn to for advice and support. Orthodox christian lessons on revelation 5 volumes in all revelation is not only a book of prophecy, but also one of consolation and theology. Welcome to the holy resurrection bookstore and gift shop website. It is an excellent addition to any orthodox christian young persons library. The selection includes morning and evening prayers, prayers during the day, at mealtimes, for family and friends, and prayers of and to the saints along with psalms to pray and prayers.