Description
Rise Up: Shining with Virtue Devotional for Kids is a beautiful and remarkable collection on our Catholic faith for today’s children. This compilation of over a dozen writers offers, for the first time, an in-depth, age-appropriate view of virtues, steeped in Catholic tradition, for children ages 8-12.
In over 250 pages, each chapter addresses on one of fifteen virtues, all inspired by Saint Thomas Aquinas’ writings on virtues in his influential work, Summa Theologiae.
This book received the “imprimatur” and “Nihil Obstat” designations from Bishop Olmsted in the Diocese of Phoenix, meaning none of the materials contradict Catholic doctrine or moral law.
Written in a seven-day format, the chapter opens with an introduction by Susanna Spencer, our Theological Editor who holds her Masters in Theology from Steubenville. She also offers a reflection on a Scripture passage that captures that virtue. For the next five days, one of our Blessed is She writers offers daily spirited reflections, spanning a moment in history class as Benjamin Franklin to being dubbed the superhero “Prudence” to performing a judo throw on her instructor. Those five days are begun with Scripture or a Saint quote, brief enough to memorize or pray and end in a short prayer authored by our Managing Editor, Nell O’Leary. Susanna wraps up the week with a thought-provoking and encouraging conclusion and prayer.
The fifteen virtues are
- faith written by Gina Fensterer
- hope written by Dr. Samantha Aguinaldo-Wetterholm
- charity by Blessed is She’s founder, Jenna Guizar
- prudence by Abbey Davis Dupuy
- justice by Mary Catherine Craige
- gratitude by Anna Coyne
- generosity by Joan Geiger
- obedience by Bobbi Rol
- fortitude by Jacqui Skemp
- perseverance by Blythe Fike
- patience/mercy by Megan Hjelmstad
- temperance by Sister Maria Kim Bui
- humility by Olivia Spears
- studiousness by Rose Coleman
- honesty by Dr. MaryRuth Hackett.
Give this gift to the children you love to help them learn Scripture and the wisdom of the Saints and grow in virtue.
It is 5×7 inches, glossy paper, perfect bound, and designed/printed in the USA.
Lisa (verified owner) –
I just started praying through this with two of my daughters and it has been wonderful. I know the Holy Spirit is working in us and they are thinking and praying in a whole new way. Thank you!
Heather (verified owner) –
We have added this book to our nightly family prayer time. My husband reads it as our lead-in to rosary time.
The virtues & messages are simple, clear, & so well thought out. The use of quotes, “think about,” and prayer create a beautiful balance. All of our kids are paying attention (6 kids ages 7-18) and taking in the messages.
The daily dose of virtue seeps into so many more parts of the day. I’m so glad we found it.
Kate (verified owner) –
Purchased as a devotional for our 12 year old, so far she likes it!
Raye Ellen Nixon (verified owner) –
I received a stack of postcards, and it looks like a book in the ad . These are not kid friendly, but adult appropriate.
jenna Guizar –
Hi Raye! If you message customerservice@blessedisshe.net they are more than happy to assist with any questions or concerns!
Lacy Dear (verified owner) –
I simply can’t say enough good things about this devotional and the accompanying postcards! I purchased them for the religion portion of our homeschool curriculum. My son is 7, nearly 8, and these devotions are the perfect length for him. I am able to expand on them if it is a concept that we can go deeper in that day. I use the postcards to help him practice his penmanship. He copies the Saint quote or verse of the day and then writes a letter to someone on the postcard. We have both greatly enjoyed this addition to our days!
I looked for quite a while to find a devotional that meets his short attention span but also gives him a pearl of truth he can hide in his heart. Many of the kids devotions I purchased previously were too young or basic for him. This one is perfect for his age and level of understanding. Thank you for writing this beautiful Catholic devotion for kids!
AllisonS (verified owner) –
What a lovely devotional book! Plan to use this especially with the kids to discuss the important topics it brings up. Pairs really well with the postcards. 5 stars!
Blessed is She –
We are so happy to hear you love this devotional! Thank you for your support!