Loyola Kids Book of Jesus, His Family, and His Friends - (The Loyola Kids) by Loretta Pehanich (Hardcover)

About the Book

Journey through heartfelt accounts of Jesus and the people he cherished.

Book Synopsis

Create a Friendship with Jesus

Loyola Kids Book of Jesus, His Family, and His Friends takes readers on a faith-filled journey to uncover a deeper connection to Jesus. By emphasizing themes of family, love, and loyalty, this book will help children relate to Jesus in meaningful and genuine ways and, more importantly, understand how Jesus is relevant and present in their lives today.

With discussion ideas and Scripture passages integrated throughout, this book is ideal for individual reading as well as for use in group settings, classrooms, and families. The inviting design, beautiful illustrations, and imaginative approach to storytelling beckon children into a world of discovery and connection to the very heart of faith and family.

Review Quotes

Long-time catechist Loretta Pehanich knows how to share the tenets of our Catholic faith in a way that speaks to children and adults alike. She knows, too, that kids often pick up on small, seemingly mundane details that their parents might miss. In Loyola Kids Book of Jesus, His Family, and His Friends, Pehanich manages to make every detail count, weaving tight prose that radiates with countless spiritual insights--and giving families much to reflect on after each page. Those seemingly mundane details open up conversations of depth, inviting families into the storied richness of our faith.
-Eric A. Clayton, author of My Life with the Jedi and Cannonball Moments

Who is Jesus? This is an excellent book for parents, grandparents, and teachers who help children answer that question. Loretta Pehanich delves into Jesus' teaching and his relationships with his family and disciples....She encourages children to use their imaginations and to be attentive to their feelings as they read and discuss her engaging stories. It's a thoughtful, warm, and insightful introduction to Jesus, who loves children.
--Jim Manney, author of A Simple, Life-Changing Prayer

About the Author

Loretta Pehanich is an Ignatian-trained spiritual director with a lifetime in ministry and service, including 20 years in small faith-sharing groups. She leads retreats and workshops on prayer and busy lifestyles. Loretta is a founder of a women's ministry at St. Francis in Sacramento, California. Her other books are Fleeting Moments: Praying When You Are Too Busy and Stand Up! Women in Conversation. She and her husband, Steve, have 4 children and 10 grandchildren. Read her blog posts at IgnatianSpirituality.com.