{"product_id":"9780879463809","title":"Blessings and Prayers for Home and Family","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn straightforward language that is clear and dignified, Blessings and Prayers for Home and Family offers hundreds of traditional and contemporary blessings and ritual prayers, suitable for all occasions in the life of Christian families and communities. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe range of blessings in this collection underscores the holiness of the daily activities of all members of the family, whether at work, school or home. Blessings and Prayers for Home and Family will be useful for marking milestones, such as weddings or the birth or adoption of a child; for celebrating important family rituals, such as birthdays or anniversaries; and for offering solace in times of sorrow. It also includes the beautiful traditional prayers such as grace before and after meals, creeds, litanies, the Rosary, and The Way of the Cross. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eContents include: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlessing God in Engagement and Marriage \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlessing God in New Beginnings \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlessing God in Daily Life \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlessing God in Time of Sickness \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlessing God During Advent and Christmas \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntercessions \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdaptability and flexibility were considered in the publishing of this book — the models presented can easily be adapted by changing singular to plural, revising words or phrases, or combining them with other readings and arrangements. A reflection may be made by the leader or others present, or further intentions added to the litanies. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBlessings and Prayers for Home and Family\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e makes an ideal gift for Christmas, weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and other celebrations or events, and is a valuable resource for adult faith groups, sacramental preparation classes, marriage encounter groups, and other parish and community groups. A dedication page allows you to write a personal word to the one to whom you offer the book. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ACTA Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47033512296688,"sku":"9780879463809","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780879463809","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}