Saturday 20 February 2016

Aspects of Catholicism series



Aspects of Catholicism series

   Parts of the Catholic faith in terms of prayers, sacraments and rituals.
   Ideal for those non-Catholics or lax Catholics, attending catholic funerals, funeral services, weddings or other sacramental rites as participants or family members.


E-formats are designed to be used in situ, at the ceremony itself.




Vol 6 Prayers of the Rosary

Prayers of the Rosary included with diagrams for the use of the Rosary Beads to keep track of the numbers for all 5 decades of the rosary Prayers. Added common prayers included from the Roman Catholic Tradition (Catholic Prayers). Volume 5 of the Aspect of Catholicism series.

Catholic Prayers and all the Mysteries of the Rosary. Geared to novice user and occasional user for such public events as funerals and hospital visits. Pray the Rosary with confidence, in public or private settings with a hyperlinked table of contents for easy navigation.

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Vol 5 Take Me to Mass

   A handy guide to attendance at Catholic Masses. Electronic formats will allow you to not only follow what the rest of those at mass are doing,but also to gain further insight. An illustrated guide to permit you to attend a variety of masses (funeral, nuptials) with confidence. Take advantage of today's electronics and hyperlinked index to eventually establish a conversation with a sacred place. 

An evolution of the Daily Missal of the 1960's. A guide for teens to follow the posture and text connected with the celebration of Mass within the Roman Catholic Rite.. Using the New Mass directions established in 2011, a reader will be able to quickly move through the hyperlinked topics. The electronic formats include a variety of the most common masses, that may unexpectedly arise, funeral, weddings, daily and mass of obligation. The change of posture is prominent in terms of the use of icons and colored text. Just remember to turn off the ringer, if using your smart phone to.follow the priest and the rest of the congregation.

Volume 5 in the Aspects of Catholicism series from Relaxed Venues.
Availability as print or e-formats. 
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 Vol 4 Take Me to Confession

     Whether is it years or decades, 'Take Me to Confession' is your proverbial white cane, to lead you back into the Catholic Confessional Box for your next reception of the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation. Things are changing within the Church with Pope Francis. Take this e-book on your phone or kindle into the confession and much of the worry disappears.
If it has been awhile since your last confession in a Catholic School or church -Take Me to Confession can be what you need.
Setup in e-format this publication is designed to go with you, as you return to the confessional with far less trepidation. With your phone or e-reader you have access the steps in the reception of this sacrament. What to say, when and why is all included for today's Catholic, Roman or Eastern Rites.

      Details in making an examination of your past life, are also included with a listing of the Ten Commandment, The Beatitudes, The Gift of the Holy Spirit and the 30 Questions suggested by Pope Francis in his publication Safeguard Your Heart for daily reflection of things you have done incorrectly or failed to do. All the common prayers which may be asked of you in Confession are hyperlinked and include an Act of Contrition for the reception of the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation.

Volume 4 of the Aspects of Catholicism series.
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Vol 1 Sacrament of Baptism

        A 'Take Me' e-format from Relaxed Venues. Geared for Catholics, involved in upcoming baptisms for newborns or adults.
Part 1 of the Aspects of Catholicism series. 'Baptism - Sacrament of Initiation provides easily accessible details on the history and the current rite for Baptisms of Infants and Adults. Valuable information for Parent and Godparents with requirements & responsibilities.


Volume 1 
New Baby? Have you been asked to be a Godparent for a Catholic Newborn? Relaxed Venues provides some of the background for this sacrament of Christian Initiation into the church. Provides sample text for this Catholic rite, along with the godparent's role and requirements.

"Baptism constitutes the foundation of communion among all Christians, including those who are not yet in full communion with the Catholic Church: “For men who believe in Christ and have been properly baptized are put in some, though imperfect, communion with the Catholic Church. Justified by faith in Baptism, [they] are incorporated into Christ; they therefore have a right to be called Christians, and with good reason are accepted as brothers by the children of the Catholic Church. Baptism therefore constitutes the sacramental bond of unity existing among all who through it are reborn.” Catechism of the Catholic Church

Another 'Take Me' e-format for the modern Catholics, involved in upcoming baptisms for newborns or adults. Part 1 of the Aspects of Catholicism series. Planning or execution of the reception of this sacrament.More on this series Aspects of Catholicism from Relaxed Venues and other titles at http://RelaxedVenues.blogspot.ca


Vol 2 Sacrament of Confirmation

   A 'Take Me' e-format from Relaxed Venues. Geared for Catholics, involved in upcoming baptisms for newborns or adults.
Part 2 of the Aspects of Catholicism series. 'Confirmation- Sacrament of Initiation provides easily accessible details on the history and the current rite for Confirmation.. Valuable information for Parent and Godparents with requirements & responsibilities. 

So, you have been asked to be a Sponsor for a Catholic Confirmation or more simply your child is to be confirmed this spring.

      Today's handy guide to the Sacrament of Confirmation in e-format for your device. Read the latest buzz from the Vatican. What are the qualifications, the duties, your role in the rites of Confirmation. This and some details on the purpose of this Second Sacrament of Initiation in a productive role within the Catholic Church, flowing from Baptism. Preview Sacrament of confirmation prayers, sacrament of confirmation signs and symbols, even a glimpse into catholic confirmation of adults. A quick and easy read of the sacrament of confirmation ceremony.

How was the sacrament of confirmation instituted, answered as are many other questions about the sacrament.
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Volume2 , part of the Aspects of Catholicism Series by Relaxed Venues.  Some titles are available in print and various e-formats. 
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Vol 3 Sacrament of the Eucharist
A current look at the Catholic religion's Communion or Eucharistic celebrations which date from the Last Supper of Christ and His Apostles. An easy to read e-format with links to who can receive Holy Communion, daily to assist in fostering a spiritual life and communion with Jesus Christ and the laity. The prayers of consecration as the priests each day continue to 'do this in memory of..."
The Sacrament of Eucharist in light of Pope Francis' recently declared Year of Mercy Dec 2015- Nov 2016 are explored in terms of divorce and abortion.

The Catholic Sacrament of Eucharist is an integral part of the church and concepts that are difficult for some to comprehend.The sacrament of unity the Eucharist and the church was initiated by Christ at the Last Supper and handed down to through the Apostles to become the focus of today's Mass.

The blessed sacrament of the Eucharist is God's daily gift to reinforce communion among the laity.

This handy e-format permits quick access to the prayers within a mass as consecrated elements of Eucharist or Holy Communion go through transubstantiation of the ordinary offertory gifts of unleavened bread and wine to Christ Body and Blood.

Book 3 and part of the Aspects of Catholicism series by Relaxed Venues.
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  from Adult Coloring Book series

Vol 8 Mysteries of the Rosary (Adult Coloring Book) 

Available in two print sizes (6x 9")  (8.5 x 11")

  Coloring designs are not of the Mysteries/Rosary








from Lenten Journey A Prayer Journal
Based on the Readings from each Cycle within the Catholic Church Calendar.
The readings can be the starting points for written or mind reflections on Lenten themes.


Vol 1 My Lenten Journey - (Prayer Journal for each day from Ash Wednesday, Holy Week and ending with Easter Sunday) 
For Cycle A of the Catholic Church's Calendar. I.e. Lent 2017, 2020, 2023 etc

Print Edition (Createspace Store) (6"x9")


 

Vol 2 My Lenten Journey - (Prayer Journal for each day from Ash Wednesday, Holy Week and ending with Easter Sunday) 
For Cycle C of the Catholic Church's Calendar. I.e. Lent 2016, 2019, 2022 etc

Print Edition (Createspace Store) (6x9") 






Vol 3 My Lenten Journey - (Prayer Journal for each day from Ash Wednesday, Holy Week and ending with Easter Sunday) 
For Cycle B of the Catholic Church's Calendar. I.e. Lent 2018, 2021, 2024 etc.
Includes bonus pages for 14 Stations of the Cross mediation

Print- Available Creatspace BookStore as well as Amazon (6x9") 






 from Journals of Well-Being series
 
  
Self-Help / Personal Growth / General
Transform with Color and Word 
 Standard Paperback (6"x 9") Consumable

Metamorphosis, evolve, change, transform
A new year full of promises of even greater things to come and let us make those new year resolutions stick this year by journaling. Any time can be the time for you to gear up for a new 'ME'. 


TRANSFORM yourself through word and color. 


A journal to keep track of your thoughts through daily writing and coloring. Monthly reports are also available to reflect on your life – to grow, learn and develop – to be the person you have always wanted to be.

Push through the diminished sunshine in the western hemisphere, with increased vitamin D supplements and daily journal. Banish any effects seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
 Engage in reflection, meditation and all other life giving activities.

The daily coloring designs are small and provide a focus to quiet your mind from the seas of external and internal noises. This can lead to clearer thought and to establish better defined paths for your transformation or change. 


Print Edition (CreateSpace eStore): 6" x 9" 196 pages Full Color Cover
 https://www.createspace.com/6003494

 

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