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Artist Erwin Madrid's stunning illustrations bring the story to life, showing Heaven to be a place where everyone is happy, the animals all get along, and God's glory is more amazing than anything Joey had ever seen in his whole life! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harvest House Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44378723647638,"sku":"27329","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/5720\/1046\/files\/27329_w.jpg?v=1738165846"},{"product_id":"angels-all-around-us-by-anthony-destefano","title":"Angels All Around Us by Anthony Destefano","description":"ANGELS ALL AROUND US\u003cbr\u003e A Sightseeing Guide to the Invisible World\u003cbr\u003e By: Anthony DeStefano\u003cbr\u003e Softcover - 216 pp This interesting Catholic book explains the author's view that the best things in life, as well as some of the most dangerous, are not usually visible to us...but invisible. 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As he tells a story, the young child envisions a holy birthday party for Jesus where the Saints and friends of God gather to celebrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHardcover, 40 pages.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sophia Institute Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44378784268438,"sku":"36555","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/5720\/1046\/files\/36555_W.jpg?v=1738167208"},{"product_id":"how-the-angels-got-their-wings-by-anthony-destefano-35736","title":"How the Angels Got Their Wings by Anthony DeStefano","description":"\u003cp\u003eHow the Angels Got Their Wings\u003cbr\u003eBy Anthony DeStefano\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis gorgeously illustrated book will delight the soul and mind as it explains in easy rhyme the arc of the angelic saga from Creation to our every day lives. Not just Michael, Gabriel and Raphael, but the hosts of Heaven known as our Guardian Angels all play a role in leading us to greater love of God, the Holy Mass, Mary and all that is sacred.\u003cbr\u003e- Gifting To\/From on inside cover.\u003cbr\u003e- Prayer to All Angels and Mary their Queen!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHardcover, 32 pages.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sophia Institute Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44378885750934,"sku":"35736","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/5720\/1046\/files\/35736_w_2.jpg?v=1738169263"},{"product_id":"joseph-s-donkey-by-anthony-destefano-35581","title":"Joseph's Donkey by Anthony DeStefano","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoseph's Donkey\u003cbr\u003eBy Anthony DeStefano\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for the wrap of the Year of Saint Joseph, and the upcoming Christmas season, this new illustrated children's book focuses on the often hidden person of the Holy Family. By getting to know the character of the donkey, who is the personification of the Saint in this tale, readers will delight that they are also discovering the virtues of the man known by titles such as The Worker, The Just, Patron of the Universal Church and Guardian.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHardcover, 40 pages.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sophia Institute Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44378908819606,"sku":"35581","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/5720\/1046\/files\/35581_W.jpg?v=1738169756"},{"product_id":"little-star","title":"Little Star","description":"LITTLE STAR\u003cbr\u003eBy: Anthony DeStefano\u003cbr\u003eHardcover - 32 pp \u003cp\u003eWhat can the smallest star in the heavens do to mark the biggest day in history? Find out in this unique retelling of the birth of Jesus and the Star of Bethlehem. Sure to become a classic! 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In here, Mary will show children her personal picture book filled with works of art that depict her in so many glorious roles such as Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Lady of the Assumption, Star of the Sea, Mother of Mercy, Queen of the Holy Rosary, Immaculate Heart, Queen of Peace and more! And not just art, but a gentle teaching about the Virgin Mary's role in salvation, to love Jesus and lead others to do the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n \u003cp\u003eHardcover, 32 pages.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sophia Institute Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44379012956310,"sku":"34002","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/5720\/1046\/files\/34002_w.jpg?v=1738171882"},{"product_id":"roxy-the-ritzy-camel-by-anthony-destefano-and-richard-cowdre","title":"Roxy the Ritzy Camel by Anthony DeStefano and Richard Cowdre","description":"\u003cp\u003eRoxy the Ritzy Camel\u003cbr\u003eBy Anthony DeStefano and Richard Cowdrey\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn this inspirational story, kids will discover the meaning of the biblical story concerning the eye of a needle. Meet Roxy, a possession loving, ritzy gal who needs to learn that true happiness means sharing the wealth! Will she learn this lesson? 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You will see a young donkey tied there that no one has ever ridden.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n \u003cp\u003eBestselling author Anthony DeStefano begins his creative telling of the beloved Bible story of Christ's triumphant entry by introducing the young donkey who has yet to realize his important mission. The lowly creature believes he can do nothing noble, but that's before he meets the Master...\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n \u003cp\u003eThen Jesus said to the donkey,\u003cbr\u003e\"It's time that you knew\u003cbr\u003eAbout the great thing \u003cbr\u003eThat you're destined to do...\"\u003cbr\u003eHe hears the sad donkey cry,\u003cbr\u003e\"Just leave me alone and cast me aside.\u003cbr\u003eI'm just a poor donkey that no one can ride.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n \u003cp\u003eRichard Cowdrey's colorful illustrations pair beautifully with Anthony's charming rhymes. Together, they bring this timeless story of the donkey who carries Jesus into Jerusalem to a joyful finish. 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