Can you believe Catholic Sistas celebrates four years TODAY? It’s hard for me to recall a time when the blog didn’t exist! You may have come to know CS as a blog that truly enjoys putting new Catholic items into others’ hands. Part of the reason for the giveaways is to put some of these fabulous companies on YOUR radar!
On a serious note, though, I would personally like to extend my gratitude to each of you who have found comfort, been challenged in the Faith, or been spiritually nourished by Catholic Sistas. It is always my hope that the different writing styles will appeal to a wide range of readers, bringing each of you to a level of commitment and recommitment to the beauty of our Catholic faith. Please do continue to keep us in prayer as we move into our fifth year of bringing you our witness. One thing I’d love to share with you is a bit of an inside view – each year, I – along with my executive board – encourage each of our writers to prayerfully reconsider their commitments annually, always putting their primary vocation first and trusting that God will bless whatever time they can give to writing. We aren’t professional writers by design. We are women – wives, and mothers who just happen to have stories to tell and want to share our time and talent to bring you a glimpse into our personal lives. As readers, we invite you to share your experience with us in the comboxes. š
I’ll stop now so we can get to the heart of this post – the giveaway! Grab a cup of coffee, find a comfy chair, and get ready to browse for a while. Ready? Let’s roll!
THE LOOT
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(3) WINNERS
will each receive a FREE PDF Catholic Through The Year
downloadable and printable calendar and any/all bundles they would like
{Household Management, Homeschool, Catholic Blogger}
::A PDF DOWNLOADABLE FILE::
by Martina Kreitzer, Catholic Sistas
VALUE of $18 each
WHO doesn’t love an opportunity to be more organized? What if it helped pave the way for more time to devote to your prayer life? What if you could print this stylish, functional, and budget friendly calendar from the comfort of your own HOME? Would you take that leap? Would you commit to a more organized life so you can focus on the things that matter the most, like your relationship with God and family? This planner will put you on the right path to accomplish those things. The calendar, along with each of the bundles, is designed with your Catholic day in mind.
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(1) WINNER
Vintage Style Amethyst Gemstone One Decade Chaplet
by BC Inspirations
VALUE of $20
This handmade one-decade rosary is made from 6 mm round natural amethyst stone beads, a 1 3/4″ bronze finished crucifix and centerpiece. Each bead is unique, and the beads have a very smooth feel. The crucifix and centerpiece are attached using split ring, which are far more durable than jump rings. Using split rings prevents the rosary from breaking should it experience an accidental tug.
Both the center and the crucifix are Italian-made. The center piece features a two-sided Miraculous Medal. The Miraculous Medal is also know as the Medal of the Immaculate Conception, created by St. Catherine Laboure following a vision of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is believed to bring special intercessions on behalf of the Blessed Virgin Mary if worn with faith and devotion at the hour of death.
The bronze finished rosary parts give this rosary a vintage look. Amethyst is the February birth stone.
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(1) WINNER
will win one copy of the book āThe Beautiful Story of the Bibleā
from Ignatius Press
VALUE of $19.99
Here are all the most important stories of the Bible, Old and New Testaments, with very expressive and gorgeous pictures, sure to delight young children from 3 years old and up. The Old Testament stories include Creation, Adam and Eve, Noah, David & Goliath, Moses and more. The New Testament stories include the whole story of the life and miracles of Jesus, and the lives of the Apostles and early Church, all presented in a wonderful way that shows Godās great love for mankind.To see interior images, click on the “Samples and Images” tab.
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(1) BUNDLE WINNER
will win the Our Lady of the Lilies art bundle
by Monica Welch of Dovetail Ink
VALUE of $50
Personalized 11Ć14 signed print of Our Lady of the Lilies,
and a package of 8 notecards and 15 prayer cards (“Lilies” or variety, winner’s choice)
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(1) WINNER
will win Feast! Real Food, Reflections, and Simple Living for the Christian Year
::AN EBOOK, PDF::
VALUE of $7.99 
Interested in learning about the seasons of the Christian Year and special saintsā days, but donāt know where to begin? Want to delve deeper into living liturgically? Looking for simple real food recipes to celebrate both feasts and liturgical seasons of fasting?
Feast! is the book we wish we had when we first started observing the Christian Year.
- 125 pages of real food to celebrate the liturgical year and lives of the saints and reflections on the seasons of the Christian calendar and simple traditions.
- 23 simple real food recipes for the liturgical seasons of Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, Lent, and Easter, and well-known saintsā days like St. Georgeās Day, St. Rose of Limaās Day, and St. Thomas Aquinasā Day as well as less familiar saints like St. Charles Lwanga and St. Raymond Nonnatus.
- 6 reflections on the seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent and Easter, as well as some practical tips for observing these seasons in your home.
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(1) WINNER
will win More Feasts! Celebrating Saints and Seasons with Simple Real Food Recipes
::AN EBOOK, PDF::
VALUE of $3.99 
More Feasts! features 10 new liturgical year recipes (all gluten-free!) as well as reflections on the liturgical seasons and activities for celebrating the Christian Year.
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(3) WINNERS
will each win ONE copy of
Catholic Family Fun: A Guide for the Adventurous, Overwhelmed, Creative, or Clueless
VALUE of $11.95 each 
How does game night/day meet Catholicism? Find out in Catholic Family Fun: A Guide for the Adventurous, Overwhelmed, Creative or Clueless, an inspirational guidebook offering activities with strategies and suggestions for fun family engagement ā with one another and with faith!
::please note this prize ships to US addresses only::
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(3) WINNERS
will each win ONE copy of
A Catholic Mother’s Companion to Pregnancy: Walking with Mary from Conception to Baptism
VALUE of $13.41 each
CMCP: A Catholic Motherās Companion begins at conception and includes a 40-week walk through each week of pregnancy, considering both physical and spiritual aspects of this time. It includes sections for preparing spiritually and practically for labor and delivery as well as baptism.
::please note this prize ships to US addresses only::
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(3) BUNDLE WINNERS
will win Catechism in Rhyme
::A PDF DOWNLOADABLE FILE::
Acts of Hope, Love, Charity, Contrition, and 10 Commandmentsā
by Raising {& Teaching} Little Saints
VALUE of $19 each
Acts of Faith, Hope, Love and Contrition
A Handwriting, Copy work, and Memory work book for Catholic Homeschoolers In Cursive. Includes basic handwriting practice and Catechism lessons set to Rhyme for memorization.
*100 Pages
*One time purchase
*Use with multiple children.
*Learn the Faith
*Inexpensive
*Simple and effective!
The TEN Commandments
A Handwriting, Copy work, and Memory work book for Catholic Homeschoolers In Cursive.
Includes basic handwriting practice and Catechism lessons set to Rhyme for memorization of the Ten Commandments.
*78 Pages
*One time purchase
*Use with multiple children.
*Learn the Faith
*Inexpensive
*Simple and effective!
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(1) WINNER
will win ONE Kindle Edition copy of A Subtle Grace
by Ellen Gable
from Full Quiver Publishing
1896, Philadelphia: At 19, Kathleen OāDonovan (oldest daughter) is unmarried with no prospects. Fearing the lonely fate of an old maid, her impatience leads to an infatuation with the first man who shows interest. The suave, handsome son of the local police chief seems a perfect match. But will her impulsive manner prevent her from recognizing her true beloved? A disturbing turn of events brings a dark shadow that threatens the life-long happiness she desires. (read more)
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(1) WINNER
will win ONE Kindle Edition copy of Stealing Jenny
by Ellen Gable
from Full Quiver Publishing
After three heartbreaking miscarriages, Tom and Jenny Callahan are happily anticipating the birth of their sixth child. A neighbor, however, is secretly hatching a sinister plot which will find Jenny and her unborn baby fighting for their lives.
(Amazon Kindle Bestseller with over 287,000 downloads)
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(3) WINNERS
will win ONE Kindle Edition copy of Angela’s Song
by AnnMarie Creedon
VALUE of $3.99 each
Angela āJelā Cooke is a widow and mother of three who stays busy so as not to have to face the fact that her marriage was damaged and her husband, Devin, died before it could be repaired. Her good friends realize that no amount of home made lasagna, volunteering at church or late night games of Yahtzee can heal Angela from past regrets. When she meets Jack, the teacher of a class she is taking, he challenges her to face her demons. What follows is the poignant, yet often hilarious saga of how Angela overcomes her guilt and learns to love herself and others.
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(1) BUNDLE WINNER
will win 10 books of the Treasure Box series
VALUE of $50
The Treasure Box books present a wonderful combination of fun; innocence and the Catholic Faith. They teach the Faith in a simple way; and they inspire children’s hearts to love God. The pictures are truly beautiful; unlike the cartoon illustrations found in many children’s books today. These books are full of Catholic doctrine; presented reverently and simply at a young child’s level; in a manner to capture the child’s interest and raise the heart to God.
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(1) BUNDLE WINNER
will win ONE set of Saints for Boys and Saints for Girls paperback BOOKS
VALUE OF $33.90
Compiled especially for Catholic boys and girls preschool age up through the second grade level, the Saints for Boys and Saints for Girls treasuries contain numerous stories of the Saints that will remain in children’s hearts and memories for years. Beautiful illustrations on every page.
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(1) BUNDLE WINNER
will win ONE set of FIVE paperback BOOKS from the beloved Windeatt Series.
St. Rose of Lima, St. Louie de Montfort, The Children of Fatima, St. Benedict, & The Little Flower
TOTAL VALUE of $60.75
These five books will soon have companion Workbooks and Teacher Manuals
(coming September 2015)!
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(1) BUNDLE WINNER
will win TAN Homeschool’s newest addition,
The Story of the Bible {Old Testament & New Testament} textbooks ONLY
VALUE of $49.90 
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(1) BUNDLE WINNER
will receive TWO signed copies of
Chime Travelers Books 1 and 2 – The Secret of the Shamrock and The Sign of the Carved Cross
by Lisa Hendey
VALUE of $11.98
THE SECRET OF THE SHAMROCK
When Patrick has to work on his churchās cleaning team on a Saturday, he thinks his weekend fun is ruined. But when the old church bells start chiming, Patrick and his pet frog, Francis, are suddenly taken back through time to ancient Ireland. Will the strange shepherd he meets be able to help him get home, or will Patrick be stuck taking care of sheep in the rain and mud forever?
The Chime Travelers series will inspire children on the road to developing their Catholic faith. In this book, they will:
Learn about Saint Patrick and his part in Catholic history
Develop a deeper understanding of core Catholic virtues
Engage in an entertaining literary adventure
THE SIGN OF THE CARVED CROSS
Katie joins her friends in being mean to the new girl, Lily. But suddenly, Katie becomes the new girlāin 1675! She has no idea how she traveled in time to a Native American village, but sheās hoping the young woman she meets will be nicer to her than Katie was to Lily.
Tekakwitha is a quiet girl with scars on her face from a terrible disease. Tekakwithaās family doesnāt accept her because of her faith, and soon she and Katie have to run away in the middle of the night. Will Katie ever find her way back home? Find out in The Sign of the Carved Cross.
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(1) WINNER
will win ONE signed copy of The Princess and the Kiss {with an audio CD}
VALUE of $16
The Princess and the Kiss is a best-selling original story (with over a half-million copies sold worldwide)! In Jennie Bishop’s best-selling original children’s picture book, a princess saves her “kiss” for the man she will marry. Men who are strong, romantic and rich come to court her, but none seem worthy of her kiss. How will she find the one who will truly value her precious gift? The book also includes a beautiful read-along audio CD!
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(1) WINNER
will win a signed copy of unPLANNED
by Abby Johnson
VALUE of $22.99 
Retailers Choice Award winner, 2012
Abby Johnson quit her job in October 2009. That simple act became a national news story because Abby was the director of a Planned Parenthood clinic in Texas who, after participating in an actual abortion procedure for the first time, walked down the street to join the Coalition for Life. Unplanned is a heart-stopping personal drama of life-and-death encounters, a courtroom battle, and spiritual transformation that speaks hope and compassion into the political controversy that surrounds this issue. Telling Abbyās story from both sides of the abortion clinic property line, this book is a must-read for anyone who cares about the life versus rights debate and helping women who face crisis pregnancies.
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(1) WINNER
will win ONE Infinity Scarf Mantilla
VALUE of $39
An infinity scarf with a twist!
This soft sheer mantilla is an infinity scarf with a scalloped edge so it can be worn as part of your outfit outside the church and slipped over the head before entering. Available in 10 colors: black, white, ivory, chocolate (new), twilight blue, charcoal (most popular), periwinkle, lilac, watermelon, and fuchsia. Measures approximately 20″ long folded.
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(1) BUNDLE WINNER
will win ONE Family Veil Set of three Starter Veils in mocha, black, & white
TOTAL VALUE of $72
Available in black, off-white, and mocha, this “starter” veil is perfect for women and girls of all statures. It features soft, lightweight Chantilly lace that drapes beautifully and an elegant narrow trim with no apparent seam. The soft Chantilly lace drapes beautifully and the back of the veil is nicely rounded. Measures approximately 44″ across by 18″ front to back. The “Family Veil Set” includes 1 black, 1 off-white, and 1 mocha veil.
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(1) WINNER
will win a Gift Certificate of $30 from Catholic Printables Shoppe
by Arma Dei: Equipping Catholic Families
Enjoy a $30 Gift Certificate at our Catholic Printables Shoppe:
over 30 Catholic Printables to pick from including our brand new Super Saints Craft Kits.
::PDF DOWNLOADABLE FILES::
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(1) BUNDLE WINNER
will win a full set of the Saints and Heroes Collection of 11 animated films for kids,
which focus on the virtuous lives of the saints and heroic conquerors of the Faith.
VALUE of $164.89 
As you plant seeds of faith now in your children ā itās fascinating to consider how that can play out in ordinary and extraordinary ways in the future. But even now, in a culture saturated with noise and immorality, even little people of faith can make a big impact.
CCC of America is known for its eleven captivating childrenās animated films on the heroic and virtuous lives of the saints. Pioneers in the field of Catholic animation, these 30-minute movies have bring to life true heroic stories our children learn about faith and virtue during their young formative years.
Never underestimate the ability of little children to understand even the mysteries of our Catholic Faith. After all, didnāt Our Lady appear to Jacinta, Francisco, Lucia, Bernadette, as well as other little ones?
CCC of America will send the winners the DVDs along with other sweet treats!
[CCC PRODUCTIONS ARE 30 MIN AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH, SPANISH AND FRENCH]
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(1) WINNER
will win ONE eBook copy of Five Simple Life Hacks for Overwhelmed Moms
In writing Five Simple Life Hacks for Overwhelmed Moms, I wanted to offer readers some of the tried and true things Iāve found helpful so far, both in raising my eight kids and managing my home. These are very basic ideas that you can implement easily and quickly, and which will hopefully add value to your life.
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(5) WINNERS
will each win ONE Kindle Edition copy of
Love Rebel: Reclaiming Motherhood, An Anthology of 5 Catholic Bloggers
VALUE of $2.99 each
This slender anthology aspires to encourage todayās moms in their vocation of motherhood. From beautiful poetry to practical tips, essays that capture the small moments of motherhood and reflections on mothering in todayās world, this anthology brings together a wealth of wisdom from five ordinary yet inspiring moms.
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(1) BUNDLE WINNER
will win ONE set of 33 Day Family Consecration Program books
TOTAL VALUE of $51
The 33 Day Family Consecration Program has three components, Fr. Nathan Cromlyās Totus Tuus Consecration Book (Older Teens and Up), Your Holy Familyās 33 Day Family Consecration (Ages 7 and Up), and Your Holy Familyās 33 Day Family Consecration Coloring Book (Ages 2 and Up). These three books can be used to provide a comprehensive program for your whole family to prepare for total consecration to Jesus through Mary as a family. For more information on how to use these three resources together, please see the About pages in the 33 Day Family Consecration section of our website.
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(1) BUNDLE WINNER
will win a Catholic Sistas Custom Rosary,
a Rosary Bracelet (of the winner’s choosing),
Greeting Card Sampler Package,
Our Lady of Guadalupe Car Magnet,
and a Katie Keogler Praise & Worship CD.
VALUE of $70 
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(1) WINNER
will win ONE “Blessed” cuff bracelet
VALUE of $20
This elegant silver plated cuff bracelet features the word “blessed” taken from an old book and preserved under glass for long lasting wear. On good and bad days alike, carry this reminder that through it all you are deeply blessed! Cuff fits wrists up to 8 inches and has some give so you can squeeze it down a little smaller size or widen it slightly.
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(1) BUNDLE WINNER
will win RTY Swag — Rosary bracelet, Prayer Squirrel and a “surprise” Book
VALUE of $40
Rosary Bracelet – hand made bead rosary bracelet; Prayer Squirrel – hand crafted polymer squirrel – place it some place in your home or work to remind you throughout the day to pray. As host of A Seeking Heart with Allison Gingras on Real Life Radio, I am always finding new exciting Catholic books to feature on the show – I will share one of these!
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(1) BUNDLE WINNER
will win Life of Jesus Complete Coloring Pack and Holy Heroes Matching Game
by Holy Heroes
VALUE of $27.80
Get all FOUR of the Holy Heroes‘ coloring books teaching the Life of Jesus from the Annunciation through the Crowning of Mary Queen of Heaven by His side! Extended captions from Scripture make them more than just coloring books, but a great way to teach the story of Salvation History from the Bible. Also included in this prize is the Saints Memory Game. Children play the concentration memory game with these cards, inspiring their imaginations with stories of the saints pictured, the mysteries of the rosary from the images of Our Lord, and the joy of the Faith from the Holy HeroesAnswer Kid card! You’ll enjoy listening to your kids tell their friends the true-life stories of the saints as they play the game with their friends.
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(10) WINNERS
will each win ONE digital download of Sense of the Sacred: Coloring Book for Young Illuminators
VALUE of $4.99 each
For centuries, the Catholic Church has used art to illuminate the sacred mysteries of the Faith. Follow in that tradition by making sacred art with the help of Sense of the Sacred: Coloring Book for Young Illuminators. 30 hand-drawn illustrations and accompanying Bible verses, drawing on the rich legacy of statues and stained glass in our Catholic Faith. Bring them to life!
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(1) WINNER
will win ONE custom pocket rosary
VALUE of $20
One-decade pocket rosary with Emerald Swarovski crystal round beads and silver-plated Shamrock center and crucifix. {custom made specifically for the fourth anniversary giveaway}
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(1) BUNDLE WINNER
will win ONE complete set of The Illuminated Rosary books
(The Joyful Mysteries, The Luminous Mysteries, The Sorrowful mysteries, The Glorious Mysteries)
VALUE of $64
The books in The Illuminated Rosary series illuminate the mysteries of the rosary in sixty works of sacred artāone for each beadāto help readers pray the rosary more meditatively:
- Each two-page spread includes a work of art on one page, and the words of the appropriate prayer on the opposite page.
- A string of ābeadsā at the bottom of the text marks progress through each decade.
- Each decade opens with a beautiful Scripture-based introduction to one of the mysteries as well as suggested prayer intentions.
The Illuminated Rosary is perfect for children just learning to pray the rosary. Younger children can turn the page after each Our Father and Hail Mary, and older children can use the text on each page to help them lead the rosary and memorize the prayers.
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(2) WINNERS
will each win a signed copy of Breaking Through: Catholic Women Speak for Themselves
by Helen Alvare
VALUE of $16.95 
Catholic women are some of the most maligned, most caricatured, and most intriguing people in American society.
America is flirting with the idea that being a Catholic female means saying “yes” to the faith as a private source of comfort, but “no” to living out its more countercultural moral and social teachings.
Catholic women are facing unprecedented questions about sex, money, marriage, work, children and the church itself — questions with innumerable personal and societal repercussions. Is it even possible that the teachings of a 2,000 year old religion are still relevant for today’s toughest issues?
A quick tour of leading cultural indicators seems to say “no.” But this is far from the whole story. Many women, courageously facing questions their mothers and grandmothers would never have encountered, are finding intellectually and spiritually satisfying answers within the framework of their Catholic faith.
Nine such Catholic women — varying widely in age, occupation and experience — share personal stories of how they struggled toward the realization that the demands of their faith actually set them free. Their stories — full of honesty, but ultimately hope — shed new light and new clarity on women’s continued attraction to the Catholic faith.
Topics include:
Navigating dating and sexpectations
Feminism, freedom and contraception
Children versus a “better me”
Being Catholic in light of the sexual abuse scandal
Faith, psychology and same-sex attraction
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(1) WINNER
will win ONE hand stamped metal bracelet – winner’s choice
VALUE of $15 for aluminum and $20 for copper/brass
1 – 6″ x 1/4″ aluminum or copper or brass handstamped cuff bracelet: choice of: “faith-hope-LOVE”, “love”, “believe”, “blessed” OR winner’s choice of bible verse
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(1) BUNDLE WINNER
will win For Immediate Assistance, Pray the Memorare by Rev. Francis J. Hoffman, JC; a CD – Our Lady Speaks, Reflections by Fr. Rocky, Fr. Simon, Rev. Daniel Farley, The Most Rev. David L. Ricken; a CD – Fathers Know Best, Answers to Your Faith Questions, by Fr. Rocky & Fr. Simon; a CD – The Holy Eucharist, by Rev. Francis J. Hoffman, and a Relevant Radio Car Fish Magnet
by Father Rocky of Relevant Radio
VALUE of $70.84 
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(1) WINNER
will win ONE copy of Commentarii de Inepto Puero
Diary of a Wimpy Kid – Latin translation
by Jeff Kinney and translated by Monsignor Daniel Gallagher
and donated by Martina Kreitzer
VALUE of $16.95 
Et tu, Heffley? Thatās right, international superstar Greg Heffley is now poised to conquer the classical world with this new Latin edition of the first book in Jeff Kinneyās bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid seriesātranslated by Monsignor Daniel Gallagher, a Vatican specialist who translates Pope Francisās Tweets into Latin. The Wimpy Kid joins beloved characters such as Winnie the Pooh, Harry Potter, the Little Prince, Bilbo Baggins, and the Grinch as the latest in an elite pantheon of childrenās books selected for Latin translation. Commentarii de Inepto Puero is sure to appeal to fans of the international bestselling series as well as to readers of all ages studying Latin, either for school credit or for fun.
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(1) BUNDLE WINNER
will win ONE free issue of Radiant Awakening and a Radiant Awakening tee
VALUE of $10
Radiant is a modern, classy magazine covering traditional topics of the Catholic Church and applying them to the lives of young, Catholic women who are searching, learning and living out their unique calling with style, elegance, beauty, and grace.
THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- Winners will be drawn randomly using Rafflecopter. CS will email the winners. Once they confirm they will be publicly announced on the blog. {Every effort will be made to contact a winner, but after three days without contact, a new winner will be chosen.}
- Winner is responsible for contacting the sponsor of the prize they won in order to work out details of delivery.
- Eligibility: Prizes are available to residents of the U.S.A. only.
- CS reserves the right to alter the giveaway terms or items at any time.
- This giveaway is not associated with Facebook.
- The companies who have donated these items have generously agreed to include their items in a giveaway that CS is hosting.
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Quite often I am asked about how I deal with teaching religion in our homeschool. My thoughts on this have evolved over our 15+ years of homeschooling, mainly because I have evolved over that same time. When we first began homeschooling I was still in the learning phase of my faith; although I guess a more accurate term would be the “re-learning” phase because supposedly I had learned about my faith during my 10 years in CCD. What a joy it was to go through religion books with my oldest children when they were first starting out and learn right along with them. I think back in those early days we used almost every religion program out there: