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Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 5, First Issue

Catalog Number: 112006

Issue's Theme: Catholic 101

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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.

Activities & Fun

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.

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.

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.

Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 5, Second Issue

Catalog Number: 122006

Issue's Theme: Apparitions of Jesus and Mary

Magazine's highlights:

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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.

Activities & 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.

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.

Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 5, Third Issue

Catalog Number: 012007

Issue's Theme: A Catholic girl TODAY

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My Miracle Rescue is a true story of an almost fatal car accident and how Laura’s life was literally turned around in the aftermath of her rescue.

Girls hear it a lot, but not enough – girls must practice the virtues of modesty and chastity! Pure Fashion has seen the need and answered the call to help girls stay chaste and be modest in their actions and fashions. SMM Catholic Reporter interviews Pure Fashion which has been making national news.

Activities & Fun

Bernadette’s love for drawing shows through in Mother Mary’s Corner as she teaches you how to draw a portrait of Mary and Baby Jesus realistically.

In each issue we give you Who’s That Saint? where you can guess which saint it is from the clues we leave behind. In this issue we shook it up a little bit and give you: Who’s that Catholic Artist?

Spiritual

Knowledgeable Nancy and Inquisitive Irene take a break from their monthly routine and Nancy’s sister Shelia picks up their show by discussing daily prayer and devotions with her audience.

Theological Thesis opens the way to experiencing a true friendship and how to be a true friend.

Annie Harrison is back again and this time she presents you with a look into the life of Saint Maria Goretti and how you can become more like our magazine’s patroness.

Saint Maria’s Messenger has lots of fun as they interview three sisters whose love of singing and love of God has become their staple. Meet the Seraphim!

Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 5, Fourth Issue

Catalog Number: 022007

Issue's Theme: Christ’s Life – particularly His Passion

Magazine's highlights:

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Rebekah gives you a cute short story about a plump priest and his monk friend who try to open the hearts and minds of the doubting parishioners about the True Presence.

Can a girl as young as seven do something that can change lives? With God’s help, of course she can! Meet Danielle Schillero, the author of “God is With Me.”

Have you read the “Chronicles of Narnia” or maybe at least saw the movie, “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe?” We take you behind the scenes of C.S. Lewis’ popular series.

Fun & Activities

It’s time to take out that needle and thread! Rebekah shows you the basics of sewing by making a useful and fashionable ear warmer.

Sister Cecilia is found in a tangle of vines and overgrowth – a real jungle! But she is on a mission and will not give up!

Did you know that pretzels are a traditional Lenten dish? If you did or didn’t, we tell you why and give you the recipe to try your hand at making your own!

Spiritual

Our two young ladies, Nancy and Irene, once again help to explain another aspect of our Faith. The symbol of Christianity – the cross.

Adapted from the writings of Bishop Fulton Sheen, Theological Thesis gives you a brief study on the Messianic prophecies.

The Life of Christ is no better looked into than through the Holy Rosary. Bernadette offers you two sets of meditations for the Joyful and Luminous mysteries.

Two Lenten articles, one by Mother Angelica and the other by Father Matthew, will hope to give you a good start in the coming season as it draws closer and closer.

Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 5, Fifth Issue

Catalog Number: 032007

Issue's Theme: In the Media

Magazine's highlights:

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The first installment of another Ten Little Maidens story written by Bernadette and Rebekah Fox. Ten Little Maidens is a series of stories written by the editors about a large Catholic family in Canada.

Find out more about Saint Maria’s Messenger and why a magazine like this began when you read an interview with the editors compiled entirely by Annie Harrison. Annie Harrison has written stories and articles in the past for Saint Maria’s Messenger. She came to us with this idea for “Unveiling Saint Maria’s Messenger” and we eagerly accepted.

Learn about an old, Catholic radio program that is still being broadcasted and loved by Catholic families, including our own.

Fun & Activities

We reviewed some great Catholic blogs for you including those by priests, sisters, a mother, and teens. We hope you will find inspirational reading and many informative topics on them. We also included lots of book, movie, and message board reviews – keeping in mind our readers age range: ten through teen.

Sister Cecilia is thinking about Lent this month and is praying that she won’t falter in her steps to reform her life.

Plus, a brand new contest! Do you have an original game that you would like to share with us? We will choose our favorites and feature them in our next issue. Hint: The More Creative, the Better!

Spiritual

Nancy and Irene stay with the theme of our magazine and give their audience a closer inspection on the media and the Church.

Opening to page 6 you will find that Theological Thesis this time will help to explain how, through simple logical reasoning, we are able to prove the existence of God.

Mother Mary’s Corner gives you meditations for the Holy Rosary continued from the previous issue. The set of meditations are for the Sorrowful and Glorious mysteries.

The editors talked with Raymond Arroyo, host of EWTN World Over Live, about his views on the media and how we can use it for the good of the Church and the world.

Volume / Issue No.: Vol. 5, Sixth Issue

Catalog Number: 042007

Issue's Theme: Recreation

Magazine's highlights:

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The second installment of the Ten Little Maidens: I’m In Control!

An Olympic star tells us her story on how she made it to the top and couldn’t have done it without her Faith or family. Meet Rebecca Dussault – Olympic Skier!

SMM Catholic Reporter gives you the low down about the Vatican’s soccer game and just how the Church views sports.

Activities & Fun

This issue is recreational in nature so we have given you a bunch of craft projects to keep you busy and having fun. Rebekah shows you how to make a village of tiny dolls and how to make some real cool beads to string into a fun necklace. Bernadette helps you paint a picture with yarn instead of paint!

Go back in time and take a look at how hair-dos have changed over the past century.

Sister Cecilia takes a walk through her town on Sunday – what do you think she finds or shouldn’t find?

The Back Cover serves you a fun treat with Smile! with four funny stories to help lighten the load.

School Work Fun is humming with the sound of music! Try to think of the name of the hymn from the refrain we left as a clue.

Spiritual

Our two young ladies, Nancy and Irene, take a moment to discuss prayer and work and see that a needed link between the two is recreation.

Jesus is Truly present in the Blessed Sacrament and Theological Thesis puts that fact into a miraculous context as it looks into the miracles wrought by Jesus in the Holy Eucharist.