St. Joseph Illustrated Bible: Classic Bible Stories for Children

By Jude Winkler

Book Overview

St. Joseph's Illustrated Bible 978-0-89942-675-4

The St. Joseph Illustrated Bible by Rev. Jude Winkler, OFM Conv. is an excellent and highly-acclaimed collection of Bible stories for children. Set in large easy-to-read type and written in a simple and inviting style, children will learn about important stories from the Bible. Each story is enhanced with beautiful and colorful artwork. This title provides summaries and valuable context for 65 stories from the Bible, 31 stories from the Old Testament and 34 stories from the New Testament. This book makes an excellent gift and is a great and captivating educational resource for children seeking to know more about the Word of God. The St. Joseph Illustrated Bible will be cherished by children who read it.

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: a presentation page that allows for easy personalization of this book when used as a gift vibrant full-color illustrationsdurable sewn padded hardcover bindingreferences to the Scriptural books and chapters for the included storiesa foreword written by the author, Rev. Jude Winkler, OFM Conv.Informative and engaging introductions for both the Old Testament and the New Testamenta fitting excerpt from Psalm 100 to bridge the Old Testament and the New Testament

Check out all 101 titles in this series of Catholic children's books. Each of the St. Joseph Picture Books make wonderful gifts for baptisms, First Communion, birthdays, Christmas, or Easter.

Introducing children to Bible stories is a beautiful way to nurture their faith and moral foundation. These stories, rich with lessons about God's love, compassion, and guidance, offer children a sense of purpose, hope, and a deeper understanding of their relationship with God.
Bible stories are often written in simple yet profound ways, making them relatable and easy for children to understand. Stories like Noah's Ark, David and Goliath, and Jesus feeding the five thousand capture their imagination while teaching important virtues such as courage, trust, kindness, and forgiveness. These narratives help children see how God works in the lives of His people and inspires them to follow His ways.
By learning Bible stories, children also develop a strong moral compass. They begin to grasp concepts of right and wrong, empathy, and the importance of treating others with love and respect. These lessons help shape their character and guide their behavior in daily life.
Bible stories foster a sense of wonder and connection to God. They help children see Him not as distant but as a loving Father who is always present. Sharing these stories during family time, Sunday school, or bedtime builds a foundation of faith that will grow with them, instilling a lifelong trust in God's plan and promises.

The following Old Testament topics and figures are covered in this title: The Story of CreationAdam and EveThe Flood and Noah's ArkThe Tower of BabelAbraham and IsaacJacob and His BrotherJacob and His DreamJoseph and His BrothersBaby MosesThe Burning BushMoses Parts the Red SeaManna in the DesertWater from the RockThe Ten CommandmentsThe Promised LandThe Walls of JerichoSamson, God's HeroRuthSamuel Anoints Saul as KingDavid and GoliathDavid Becomes KingKing SolomonSolomon's TempleIsaiah the ProphetJeremiah the ProphetJonah and the WhaleThe Exile in BabylonThe Writing on the WallDaniel in the Lions' DenThe Return to JerusalemQueen Esther

The following New Testament topics and figures are covered in this title:

The AnnunciationThe VisitationThe Birth of JesusThe Three Wise MenThe PresentationJesus Is Lost in the TempleThe Baptism of JesusJesus Chooses the ApostlesThe Wedding Feast of CanaA Great Catch of FishJesus Heals the Man Who Is ParalyzedThe Sermon on the MountThe Widow of NainThe Multiplication of Loaves and FishJesus Walks on the WaterJesus Preaches from the BoatThe TransfigurationJesus and the ChildrenThe Good SamaritanMartha and MaryThe Prodigal SonJesus Raises LazarusJesus Enters JerusalemThe Last SupperThe Agony in the Garden"Behold the Man"Jesus Carries His CrossJesus Dies on the CrossJesus Rises from the DeadThe Road to EmmausDoubting ThomasPeter, the Shepherd of the ChurchJesus Ascends to HeavenThe Coming of the Holy Spirit

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0899426751
• ISBN13: 9780899426754
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Catholic Book Publishing
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 1.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 7.0" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Excellent catholic stories!

Beautiful pictures. One page stories. Great for all ages!