SMM Back Issues: 2003 - 2004, Volume Two
November, 2003

November, 2003

  • Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 2, First Issue
  • Catalog Number: 112003
  • Issue's Theme: Mary, the Mother of God
  • Magazine's highlights:
    • Reading
      • The first installment of The Window of Enlightenment, written by Rebekah; Rachael Johnson thought she will have a nice quiet time at her Aunt Martha's house during Spring Break, that is where she was completely wrong.
      • SMM takes a look at Dana Scallon, a popular Irish Catholic music composer, whose life was transformed by her singing and love of music.
    • Activities
      • It is one week till Thanksgiving Day, and your mom is planning on having turkey, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, and sweet potatoes. HELP! Need some ideas to spruce up the holiday? We have four pages packed full with great Thanksgiving recipes, decorating ideas, and gifts for the family. Like Pumpkin Chiffon Pie, Cranberry-Nut Bread, and Sweet Potato Mallow.
    • Spiritual
      • In this issue's addition of In the Footsteps of Saint Maria Goretti, SMM will take you through the saint's strong and sincere devotion to the Blessed Virgin.
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December, 2003

December, 2003

  • Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 2, Second Issue
  • Catalog Number: 122003
  • Issue's Theme: The Eucharist
  • Magazine's highlights:
    • Reading
      • The second installment of Rebekah's The Window of Enlightenment; Rachael Johnson thought she will have a nice quiet time at her Aunt Martha's house during Spring Break, that is where she was completely wrong.
    • Activities
      • Want to know how to spruce up the next letter to your penpal? Taking a quick read of our Letter Makeover will make your letters turn from the ordinary to the extraordinary.
      • One, two, three -- and you're done! Follow the easy to read instructions and illustrations to draw a chalice, host, and paten.
    • Spiritual
      • Our Lady Visits Latin America, written by Bernadette Fox, clarifies the significance and splendor when the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to Juan Diego in Guadalupe.
      • Movements and Postures: the Legitimate Way to Celebrate Mass by Rebekah Fox covers the traditional and sacred form of Mass movements made by the congregation. Is it right to hold hands during the Our Father? When are we to stand, sit, or knee? These questions will be answered and more.
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January, 2004

January, 2004

  • Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 2, Third Issue
  • Catalog Number: 012004
  • Issue's Theme: Vocations
  • Magazine's highlights:
    • Reading
      • To Be or Not to Be -- a Nun? by Bernadette Fox, is a fictional story about a girl who struggles with the most important question: what is Your will O Lord? With some help from her sister, she discovers the answer was not what she expected.
    • Fun
      • Can this be true? An entire page dedicated to Smile, a Random Feature of our magazine that has funny, humorous stories and jokes; all with a Catholic twist!
      • We're adding a little more ease and fun to your birthday/Christmas shopping! On the last page of this issue we listed a few online religious stores, just for you to check out!
    • Activities
      • I think we need a little traditional recreational time! In this issue you will find complete instructions (including pattern diagram) to make a beautiful Cross Stitched Portrait of the whimsical quote: "Bloom Where You're Planted."
    • Spiritual
      • All of us need a little help trying to figure out God's calling for us. You'll find a few helpful texts by reading The Great Choice: The Three Roads to Salvation.
      • The Jewel of Secular Life: Seeking the divine nature and beauty of the marriage state.
      • The Religious Life: An in-depth interview with Sister Joseph Andrew Bogdanowicz, O.P., the Vocation Directress of the community of Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist (located in Ann Arbor, Michigan).
      • Single Blessedness: Showing the hardships and benefits for the unmarried state or the state of virginity in the world.
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February, 2004

February, 2004

  • Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 2, Fourth Issue
  • Catalog Number: 022004
  • Issue's Theme: Popes
  • Magazine's highlights:
    • Reading
      • Time to visit Mrs. Jeanette Juliani and see what new adventures her ten daughters have discovered. This issue contains the first installment of the first published story of the Ten Little Maidens collection, The Wedding Day Fiasco.
    • Activities
      • It is the beginning of February and you're getting a very bad case of Spring fever. Where's the warm weather? Where are the flowers? Well, we can't control the weather for you, but flowers we can manage. On page 16-17 you will find complete instructions for making a Paper Lily.
    • Spiritual
      • Pope Note: Message from Pope John Paul II for Lent 2002.
      • In the Footsteps of St. Maria Goretti: Pope John Paul II's thoughts on St. Maria Goretti, the "little and gentle martyr of purity."
      • The Saints, Do You Know Them?: Brief biographies of several Pope saints.
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March, 2004

March, 2004

  • Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 2, Fifth Issue
  • Catalog Number: 032004
  • Issue's Theme: The Way of the Cross
  • Magazine's highlights:
    • Reading
      • Time to visit Mrs. Jeanette Juliani and see what new adventures her ten daughters have discovered. This issue contains the second installment of the first published story of the Ten Little Maidens collection, The Wedding Day Fiasco.
    • Activities
      • Need a little motivation to make sacrifices? St. Therese of Lisieux and her sisters made a sacrifice chain in order to count the number of sacrifices they performed each day. You too can make a sacrifice chain by entering this issue's Craft Shop.
      • Not a whiz in the kitchen? Follow these Super Simple Recipes like, Cheesecake Cupcakes or Blueberry Bars and you just might find the hidden chef within you!
    • Spiritual
      • Jesus Falls to the Ground: Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen speaks on the temptations of Jesus and His resistance towards the devil.
      • The Way of the Cross: A collection of famous Catholic literary pieces on Christ's Passion.
      • A special addition to Mother Mary's Corner! Travel along at Mary's side as you and her partake Mary's Way of the Cross.
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April, 2004

April, 2004

  • Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 2, Sixth Issue
  • Catalog Number: 042004
  • Issue's Theme: Gardening
  • Magazine's highlights:
    • Reading
      • Greetings from Hawaii!: A friend of the Juliani's (The Ten Little Maidens story collection), is having a wonderful time vacationing on the big island of Hawaii. She is sending back all her experiences to the Juliani sisters through postcards, and you get a chance to read them too.
    • Activities
      • The editors' family farm and business completely depends upon the weather and of course the direct source: God. In our gardening edition we published, Rogation Days: Blessing of Fields and Gardens. Asking God to bless our coming crops is crucial, from page 7-8 you will find the complete prayer in asking God to bless our gardens, fields, and/or orchards.
      • Dedicating a garden to Mary, what could be better? Find what flowers you should have and landscaping suggestions in: Planting a Garden for Mary.
      • Gardening Tips for the Amateur Gardener: From soil to planting time, from row spacing to weather conditions. Understanding the bases of gardening will surely make your gardening experience a true success.
    • Spiritual
      • Remembering Holy Week: Mother Angelica's thoughts on Holy Week.
      • The Dignity of Manual Labor: The Holy Family's way of life.
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