Saint Maria's Messenger | SMM Back Issues: 2006 - 2007, Volume Five

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Volume Five

SMM Back Issues: 2006 - 2007, Volume Five

	November, 2006 Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 5, First Issue Catalog Number: 112006 Issue's Theme: Catholic 101 Magazine's highlights: Reading In “Double the Trouble”, written by Annie Harrison, follow a little girl’s angel as she tries to straighten the little girl and her sister and put them back on the path of virtue. SMM Catholic Reporter checks out the pro-abortionist petition in Ms. Magazine and what people have done to counteract this assault on the Innocents. Fun Our cartoon nun, Simply Cecilia, tries to influence a man who doesn’t see the most important thing in his life – to have a good death. Activities Another new regular feature – Subscriber of the Month! Subscriber of the Month is when we contact one of our subscribers to give them a chance to tell about themselves and how they live out their Faith. Rebekah shows you how to use Polymer clay in this craft and turn it into a one-of-a-kind ornament. School Work Fun keeps your brain on a roll as you try to solve a “chain reaction” in order to figure out the special quote of Saint Therese’s sister Celine. Spiritual A new regular feature is added – Theological Thesis. We have aimed this feature toward our older readers. In Theological Thesis read articles that dive into the deeper aspects of our faith. In this issue you will be looking into the life of the Soul. Meet Vicki Thorn, Ann Ball, Tim Drake, Lisa Barker, and Sister M. Beata as they answer our questions about the Sacraments, prayer, and give you sound advice to help you through today’s trying times. Two great articles from the Saint Benedict Center find their way into this issue. A precious essay about the Real Presence that will stir your heart and for Mother Mary’s Corner, find a look into how our Mother is the Gate of Heaven. Knowledgeable Nancy and Inquisitive Irene take us into the life of prayer and how we can better our prayer lives. Back to top
	December, 2006 Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 5, Second Issue Catalog Number: 122006 Issue's Theme: Apparitions of Jesus and Mary Magazine's highlights: Reading We continue with the story from the previous issue about two sisters and their guardian angels. A fascinating look into the belief of ghosts – Are Ghosts Real? Taken from “Queen of All Hearts” magazine, we give you an interesting true story about a virtually unknown miracle during the life of Saint Bernadette. In a phone interview we talked with the famous author Michael H. Brown and his view on Marian Apparitions. What is an Apparition, when is an apparition worthy of belief, do we need to believe in apparitions? We answer these questions and more in this article: The Catholic Church and Apparitions. Bernadette, not knowing much about the strange apparitions in Zeitun, Egypt, decided to do some research and she give you her findings in a fascinating article entitled: Light of Salvation. Fun Looks Can Be Deceiving when it comes to looking at these images. You need to look twice in order to see the whole picture! So much noise in Church these days, but our cartoon nun finds peace just the same. Activities Three recipes from three different countries help to give your holiday a different twist. Have you ever tried making things out of salt-dough? It’s a lot of fun to play in the dough, but your creations usually turn out to be big flops don’t they? Rebekah gives you know-how on how to turn salt-dough into a real sculpting material by making the cutest Christmas tree ornament around. Spiritual Find Knowledgeable Nancy and Inquisitive Irene discussing a very special devotion – devotion to the Sacred Heart. Mother Mary’s Corner will bring you back to the greatest prayer after the Mass – the Most Holy Rosary. Mary has told us in some way in each of her apparitions the importance of praying the Rosary. SMM Catholic Reporter gives you the dope on the recent consecration of the U.S. to Mary’s Immaculate Heart and the history of Mary as our country’s patroness. Back to top
	January, 2007 Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 5, Third Issue Catalog Number: 012007 Issue's Theme: Spreading the Gospel and the Missionary Spirit Magazine's highlights: Reading A young woman's heart is changed when she is placed in the midst of missionary sisters - Reporter for Charity. Fun Simply Cecilia - Don't forget our new monthly comic featuring a clever, witty, and fun nun. . .Sister Maria Cecilia. Activities One way to lend a hand to poor people of our nation is to send them a warm, handmade afghan. So SMM is showing you how to join Warm Up America!, an organization that people donate crocheted or knitted afghans to help the poor stay warm. We even give you step by step instructions (including clear illustrations) on how to crochet! Spiritual The Harvest is Abundant, But the Laborers Are Few - Inspiring and uplifting words on becoming a missionary for God. There's No Business Like Faith-Based Business - A review about three family businesses (all with a religious centerpoint) - The Little Flowers Apostolates and Handmaid for the Lord. Missionary Sisters - Detailed accounts about different missionary orders, including contact information. Note: This particular issue has a secret tucked inside! In the middle of the magazine you'll find a brochure about the Franciscan Sisters of the Immaculate. Back to top
	February, 2007 Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 5, Fourth Issue Catalog Number: 022007 Issue's Theme: Catholic women, past and present Magazine's highlights: Reading The Ten Little Maidens - Along the Canadian Trail : Another Ten Little Maidens story for you! The Ten Little Maidens is a collection of short stories written by both the editors. The stories are about ten Catholic sisters living in rural Canada who always seem to be in the middle of a mystery or an adventure with their family. This time the family is on a pilgrimage to a shrine and you're invited to come along! Fun The Queen of Inventions - The story behind the greatest inventor of our time: the woman who invented the recipe for Chocolate Chip Cookies. AND... Activities We also have included an "updated" version of the recipe at the bottom of the page. Spiritual Discerning or Disburdening? Keys to Finding Your Vocation - A beautifully written, clear, detailed guide to discovering the life God is calling you to lead. Just a Couple O' Saints - The editors have selected two of their favorite women saints who lived during the 19th and 20th centuries to talk about in this month's issue. Turn to page 11 for famous quotes from women of the past for women of the present and future. Back to top
	March, 2007 Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 5, Fifth Issue Catalog Number: 032007 Issue's Theme: Pro-life issues focusing on abortion Magazine's highlights: Reading Follow the Ten Little Maidens and their family as they journey to the Martyr's Shrine in the second installment of Along the Canadian Trail written by the editors of Saint Maria's Messenger. A neat fact about this episode of the Ten Little Maidens is that it is based on actual places and people! Read articles written by the founder of Project Rachel, a Catholic ministry to help post abortion men and women, Vicki Thorn and her two daughters. Know of the Little Flowers Family Apostolates? Find out about this wonderful endeavor by a Canadian family in Ontario through our interview with the founder, Rita Davidson. Fun Simply Cecilia counts down the days to Lent with her own calendar filled with suggestions and tips to make it a great and prosperous Lent! Activities Did you know there is a Rosary you can pray written especially for the unborn? We give you the prayers of the Pro-life Rosary and even how to make your own Pro-life rosary beads! Spiritual Investigate the life of the Saint of Life, Saint Gianna Molla with our brief biography and inspirational facts collected in the form of a family tree, or in this case, a "spiritual tree." Find information about various orders of Religious Sisters whose main apostolate is . . . to end the culture of death. Listen to the conversation between our two favorite theologians, Inquisitive Irene and Knowledgeable Nancy as they discuss pro-choice arguments and how to answer them correctly. Back to top
	April, 2007 Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 5, Sixth Issue Catalog Number: 042007 Issue's Theme: Magazine's highlights: Reading Follow the Ten Little Maidens and their family as they journey to the Martyr's Shrine in the second installment of Along the Canadian Trail written by the editors of Saint Maria's Messenger. A neat fact about this episode of the Ten Little Maidens is that it is based on actual places and people! Read articles written by the founder of Project Rachel, a Catholic ministry to help post abortion men and women, Vicki Thorn and her two daughters. Know of the Little Flowers Family Apostolates? Find out about this wonderful endeavor by a Canadian family in Ontario through our interview with the founder, Rita Davidson. Fun Simply Cecilia counts down the days to Lent with her own calendar filled with suggestions and tips to make it a great and prosperous Lent! Activities Did you know there is a Rosary you can pray written especially for the unborn? We give you the prayers of the Pro-life Rosary and even how to make your own Pro-life rosary beads! Back to top Spiritual Investigate the life of the Saint of Life, Saint Gianna Molla with our brief biography and inspirational facts collected in the form of a family tree, or in this case, a "spiritual tree." Find information about various orders of Religious Sisters whose main apostolate is . . . to end the culture of death. The Dignity of Manual Labor: The Holy Family's way of life.