Celebrate the 'Year for Priests'

Pope Benedict XVI has declared June 2009 to June 2010 as the "Year for Priests."

The theme for the priestly year is "Faithfulness of Christ, Faithfulness of Priests." Its purpose is to encourage what the Pope calls "the yearning for spiritual perfection" in priests. This pamphlet details five ways parishoners can support their priests, including praying, participating, and showing your appreciation.

Our Sunday Visitor has created special products as well as a special web section with free resources to help your parish celebrate. From our pamphlet, Five Ways to Support My Parish Priest, to a multimedia presentation about influential priests, with articles, excerpts, downloads, links, even a crossword puzzle. Visit our special Year for Priests section now»

Baobab Blast: Catholic VBS for 2010

Start planning now! Baobab Blast is an open invitation to be a part of God’s Great Get-Together. Set under the impressive Baobab tree, kids will have the opportunity to hear the Word of God, be amazed at God’s wildlife creations, and be a part of a supportive and fun community.

It is sure to be a life-changing experience for your kids as you gather together as the body of Christ to grow in faith and love. As the sun rises and sets on the savannah, so, too, will faith and relationships grow as kids explore connections with God, family, friends, and others around the world. Get ready to experience the most amazing get-together under the sun!

For more information, samples, downloads and more, visit www.thecatholicvbsplace.org»

Use Take Out to reach out to parish families

 Now with a new, seasonal approach, Take Out: Family Faith on the Go, is a one-of-a-kind combination activity guide and support tool designed and written for busy families. This 8-page, monthly mini-magazine offers insightful, creative solutions to real life issues and interesting, fun ideas for living your faith. Now you can order one month at a time when you need it.  Learn more about Take Out for your parish here» Or, call 800-348-2440.

Prayer Cards now available

We've now offer a wide selection of prayer cards, beautifully illustrated. From "A Prayer for my Parish" to cards for First Communion and Reconciliation, these cards have been designed with parish needs in mind. See them or order here»

Parish Columns, updated monthly

Updated every month, a variety of parish experts contribute articles targeted at helping you in the areas you need it most: early childhood education, elementary age, youth, adults, and parish workers. Check back every month and feel free to print out and share with your staff and other parishes!Click the links below or at left, and you'll find the newest updates:  

 

• Early Childhood Education
• Elementary Education
• Adult Education
• Spirituality at Work
• Youth Ministry That Inspires
• Help for Catechists

   

  Download the OSV 2009  Catalog

  Download the 2009 OSV catalog here» (This is a full-color version and may take several minutes to download on slower connections.)

  Bulletin briefs from OSV

  • Don't forget to visit Teaching Catholic Kids. Free downloads, support and information for parents, teachers, catechists and anyone who wants to help kids stay Catholic! Visit TCK now»
  • Ever wonder what OSV products other parishes are ordering? Now you can know for sure. Our Parish Bestseller List is now online»
  • Guess what!? We've got a new, FREE enewsletter just for parish leaders. Parish Life! is sent right to your inbox on the last Thursday of ever month. See back issues here» How to get it? Just click here» 

  Discover Catholic parish programs from OSV 

  A Catholic personal finance program? OSV has one. Phil Lenahan's 7 Steps to Becoming Financially Free uses Catholic values and solid stewardship to help parishioner gets their financial houses in order. Specially designed for small-group study, watch an introductory video here» or click here to order supplies now»

  OSV pamphlets are the best way to share information with your parishioners. With millions sold, our contemporary subject matter, straight-talk approach to Catholic issues, and careful explainations of Catholic sacraments and practices have been solid hits with parishes all across the U.S. See a complete list of our pamphlets by clicking here» We even offer a rack to display them!