{"product_id":"my-first-holy-communion-prayers-for-a-lifetime-9781557256966","title":"My First Holy Communion: Prayers for a Lifetime","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNeed a gift for First Communion? The perfect gift for every child on this most important occasion!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This beautiful book explains the importance of First Communion in language for kids ages 7-9. It includes a variety of blessings and Scripture, and will be welcomed not only as a memento of a special day, but also as an encouragement to grow into maturity as a Christian. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e In \u003ci\u003eMy First Holy Communion\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003cb\u003e Sophie Piper\u003c\/b\u003e provides a treasure of opportunities to gain and appreciate a deeper understanding of the Eucharist. Poetry and prayer are her tools. Softly rendered illustrations by \u003cb\u003eAngelo Ruta\u003c\/b\u003e accompany pieces such as \"The Right Path\", \"Each New Day\", and \"Faith, Hope and Love\". The 32-page hardcover book measures 5-3\/4 inches by 7 inches. Give this elegantly rendered book as a gift for a first Holy Communion. Make sure to utilize the First Holy Communion highlights page to personalize this lovely gift. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Includes: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Jacketed Hardcover \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Ribbon Marker; \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Record of Sacraments page \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fill-in Dedication Page \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Space for Photo \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e ​This collection of prayers, scriptures, and blessings is a beautiful gift for a child on the occasion of their First Communion. Readings touch on the themes of praising God, remembering baptism, coming to confession, taking part in Holy Communion, and living a Christian life. This fully illustrated keepsake book includes a fill-in dedication page to personalize, and space for a photo to commemorate this special event. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e With color illustrations and textual simplicity to appeal to children, and the charm and respectfulness to appeal to adults, this special keepsake concludes with a section of loving and reassuring blessings that will be welcomed not only as a memento of a special day, but as an encouragement to continue to grow as a Christian in the family of God. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSophie Piper\u003c\/b\u003e is the inspiring author of many books for young children, including the Paraclete Press bestseller, \u003ci\u003eMy Baptism Book\u003c\/i\u003e (nearly 30,000 copies sold so far), \u003ci\u003ePrayers for Each and Every Day\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003ePoems \u0026amp; Prayers for Easter\u003c\/i\u003e. She lives in the Thames Valley, England.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Paraclete Press (MA)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50582697607442,"sku":"9781557256966","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_68450427-c98a-442d-8b83-a0bc05601427.jpg?v=1732022841","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/my-first-holy-communion-prayers-for-a-lifetime-9781557256966","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}