The Paraclete Treasury Of Angel Stories

An endearing collection of angel stories retold from the Old and New Testaments with accompanying prayers and blessings.

“The extreme greatness of Christianity lies in the fact that it does not seek a supernatural remedy for suffering, but a supernatural use for it.” –Simone Weil “Like most people I, too, have been blindsided by personal grief now and again over the years. And I have an increasingly keen sense that, wherever I am, someone nearby is suffering now. For that reason, I lately have settled in to mull the matter over, gathering my troubled wits to undertake a difficult essay, more like what we used to call an assay, really—an earnest inquiry. I am thinking of it just now as a study in suffering, by which I hope to find some sense in affliction, hoping—just as I have come to hope about experience in general—to make something of it.” –from the book Is there meaning in our afflictions? With the thoughtfulness of a pilgrim and the prose of a poet, Scott Cairns takes us on a soul-baring journey through “the puzzlement of our afflictions.” Probing ancient Christian wisdom for revelation in his own pain, Cairns challenges us toward a radical revision of the full meaning and breadth of human suffering. Clear-eyed and unsparingly honest, this new addition to the literature of suffering is reminiscent of The Year of Magical Thinking as well as the works of C. S. Lewis. Cairns points us toward hope in the seasons of our afflictions, because “in those trials in our lives that we do not choose but press through—a stillness, a calm, and a hope become available to us.”

"The crossings treasury of angel stories presents remarkable accounts of God's special messengers intervening in the lives of men and women -- down the block, across the country, and around the globe. With each story, author Robert Strand adds helpful scriptures and pastoral insights that shed light on the purpose and significance of each encounter."--back cover.

Angel stories from the Bible — for kids

Modern believers may be tempted to look upon angels as one of the more fanciful elements of Scripture, but this illuminating and entertaining collection of angel stories from the Bible shows that there are just too many angels for them to be metaphorical, allegorical, or unimportant.

So that children will come to know and learn to revere angels, Marigold Hunt explains what angels are (and are not!) and gathers here in one volume most of the stories of angels in the Bible, including exciting tales of:

Children will be charmed by these exciting tales.

Read an excerpt.

The invisible world of angels is so often overlooked, though it has been present since before the dawn of Creation, offering attentive service and protection to humankind. Based on Catholic teaching, Angels for Kids offers proof of the true existence of angels while dispelling prevalent contemporary myths. This inspiring book will open the eyes and hearts of youth and their families to a greater awareness of the unseen world, as well as provide warm encouragement to keep company with the incredible angelic friends who unceasingly glorify God and who have been a significant part of salvation history; protecting Jesus throughout His life, announcing heaven’s plans, and guiding and protecting the faithful. A chapter of special prayers to the angels completes the book. “Angels are our protectors, companions, and God's messengers. In Angels for Kids, Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle shares the important role they play in our lives in language that is compelling and at the same time accessible for little souls. Buy this book for your kids, savor some reading time along with them, and you'll be amazed by how much you'll learn too!" - Lisa M. Hendey , Author of A Book of Saints for Catholic Moms and founder of www.CatholicMom.com All children should grow up knowing the companionship and powerful help of the holy angels. All children should grow up knowing the truth that this book teaches. It makes for a happier, more confident life. God created the angels to serve us as they glorify Him. We show our gratitude by enjoying their friendship, and Donna-Marie tells us how. -Mike Aquilina Author, Angels of God, A Year with the Angels, and Entertaining Angels “What a delightful little book! Angels For Kids is wonderful in its simplicity and, yet, profound in its content and impact. Children of all ages will greatly benefit from this little catechesis on the angels. This book is truly a gem, containing both beautiful prayers and childlike insights, and Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle has outdone herself in offering to all God’s children this angelic treasury!” -Fr. Donald Calloway , MIC, STL Author – Under the Mantle: Marian Thoughts from a 21st Century Priest “ Science calls us to believe in the unseeable – black holes in space, which cannot ever be seen because they absorb all light before it can reflect back to an observer. They believe in black holes because of anomalous behavior in space. So also, Christians, like Jews, Muslims, and many other religious people around the world and throughout history believe in angels, not only because of anomalous behaviors we experience in life's events but also because of God's Revelation in Scripture. We do well to introduce children to these facts, along with astronomical facts, to prepare them for a mature spiritual life. This book is such an introduction, and parents might be reminded of their own angels as they read with their children.” -Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. “Angels for Kids by Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle surveys the whole Bible in a touching way . The book reminds its young readers that they are always lovingly cared for by God and protected from every kind of harm.” – Jack Wintz

Some of you have entertained angels unawares (Heb. 13:2). Do angels really exist? What is their purpose? Do they interact with us? Are they here protecting us right now? Adapted from the feature-length documentary, Angel Stories answers these questions and more through a collection of personal, one-on-one conversations with top prophetic Christian leaders. These enlightening and powerful stories present the case for the existence of angels, explore their purpose, and give you biblical insight into this fascinating subject. Contributors include: - John Paul Jackson: "Hitchhiking With an Angel" - Randy Clark: "The Supernatural is Real" - Joshua Mills: "Seeing Angels Through a Child's Eyes" - Shawn Bolz: "Angel in a White Suit"

Here from the editors of Angels on Earth and Guideposts are 80 stories of real people who encountered real angels—whether the angels appear as a cloud of butterflies or a strain of heavenly music or adorned with wings and robes, these messengers offer assurance that we are never alone; that we are watched over, cared for, and loved. Included are classic stories from Angels on Earth Magazine, favorite angel stories from other books and magazines, and all-new stories that have never before been told. Meet people who have experienced impossible rescues and amazing protection, messages of love and comfort from beyond, and people who have died and visited heaven before returning to earth. See how the innocence of a child or the loyalty of a beloved pet can draw angels to your side. This really is the Big Book of Angels. The 80+ stories fall into 7 categories that cover the waterfront of all things angel: Sheltered by Their Wings [Protection]Messengers of LoveGlimpses of HeavenMysterious KnowingsTouched through TimeAnimal AngelsChildren of Angels This is a book for the broad inspirational market and for the angel crowd. It is a book for anyone who wants to believe that we are not alone—that help is on the way from the other side.