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My Burden Is Light: Suffering and Consolation in the Christian Life

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My Burden Is Light: Suffering and Consolation in the Christian Life

By Gerald T. Brennan · Published by TAN Books

Overview

This set includes four volumes of Angel Food for Boys and Girls, a charming collection of short stories that present basic Catholic truths and moral lessons in accessible narrative form, rooted in the Church’s tradition of catechesis and virtue formation for children. Each book covers subjects such as the authority of the Church, prayer, the sacraments, the Commandments, humility, charity, conscience, and devotion to Jesus and the Blessed Sacrament, with a topical index relating themes to chapters in the Baltimore Catechism.:

  • Contains four hardcover volumes designed to engage young readers with Catholic truth through story
  • Covers a wide range of spiritual and moral topics, from prayer and humility to the Commandments and the sacraments.
  • Stories are presented with clarity, charm, and doctrinal coherence suitable for ages roughly 6–9.
  • Each volume contains a topical index linking subjects to the Baltimore Catechism for catechetical reinforcement.
  • Encourages family discussion, bedtime reading, and foundational faith formation for children.

FAQs

Q: What ages are these books intended for?
A: The stories are aimed at young Catholic readers, generally ages 6–9, with language and themes accessible to early elementary children while supporting parents and teachers in faith formation.

Q: Do these books teach Church doctrine?
A: Yes, they present Catholic doctrine and moral teaching through narrative, covering topics such as prayer, sacraments, obedience, kindness, conscience, and visits to the Blessed Sacrament, all linked to the Baltimore Catechism.

Q: Is this set useful for family or parish use?
A: The set is suitable for family reading, bedtime stories, parish religious education, and homeschool curricula, fostering discussion about virtue and faith grounded in tradition.

Q: What is the format of the books?
A: Each volume is a compact hardcover with multiple short stories and a topical index to assist readers and instructors in cross-referencing themes with catechetical teaching.

Q: How does this set support moral formation?
A: By illustrating virtues and challenges through engaging stories, children can see Catholic truths lived out in relatable scenarios, helping them internalize moral lessons and grow in faith.

Intended Audience

For Catholic families, catechists, and educators seeking a narrative-based resource to introduce children to foundational Church teachings and virtues in a way that is both accessible and rooted in tradition.

Key Themes

  • Christian virtue communicated through story
  • Introduction to Catholic doctrine and morals
  • Prayer, sacraments, and moral life
  • Faith formation for young readers

 
Format:
Hardbound
Author:
St. John of Ávila (translated by Brandon Otto)
Publish:
2/04/2025
Pages:
216
Pdf:
https://tanbooks.com/content/3302_Preview.pdf
Height:
8.50
Width:
5.50

2 Reviews

  • 5
    Saints

    Posted by Valerie on Feb 26th 2025

    Books from the Saints of the Church are the best :-)

  • 5
    Subject describes the title of book

    Posted by Therese M Hood on Feb 20th 2025

    I purchased 2 books. One for a friend who just lost her husband