First Reconciliation and Beyond: A Family's Guide for Learning and Living Forgiveness
- Relatable family guide to First Reconciliation preparation
- Personal stories from Tommy and Katie McGrady
- Gospel reflections on sin, mercy, and healing
- Practical steps for parents and children to grow together
- Build lifelong trust in God’s mercy as a family
First Reconciliation and Beyond is a heartfelt and practical companion for families walking through their child’s preparation for first confession.
Drawing from their experience helping their daughter Rose prepare for the sacrament, Tommy and Katie McGrady share honest stories of love, mistakes, healing, and grace. With warmth and humor, they show how forgiveness can transform not only a child’s heart but the entire family.
Rooted in Scripture, the book explores the great Gospel parables that illuminate sin, mercy, and reconciliation. Parent-friendly reflections and thoughtful discussion prompts make these timeless teachings accessible and meaningful for both adults and children.
Each of the five chapters offers practical steps to help your family grow together through storytelling, reflection, conversation, and prayer. Parents are also invited to deepen their own spiritual lives, rediscovering the freedom and peace found in confession.
Perfect for use alongside a parish program or at home, this guide includes helpful tools and a simple appendix to assist both parent and child in making a good confession. It provides confidence, encouragement, and lasting spiritual support during this grace-filled milestone and beyond.
Copyright 2019
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- Relatable family guide to First Reconciliation preparation
- Personal stories from Tommy and Katie McGrady
- Gospel reflections on sin, mercy, and healing
- Practical steps for parents and children to grow together
- Build lifelong trust in God’s mercy as a family
First Reconciliation and Beyond is a heartfelt and practical companion for families walking through their child’s preparation for first confession.
Drawing from their experience helping their daughter Rose prepare for the sacrament, Tommy and Katie McGrady share honest stories of love, mistakes, healing, and grace. With warmth and humor, they show how forgiveness can transform not only a child’s heart but the entire family.
Rooted in Scripture, the book explores the great Gospel parables that illuminate sin, mercy, and reconciliation. Parent-friendly reflections and thoughtful discussion prompts make these timeless teachings accessible and meaningful for both adults and children.
Each of the five chapters offers practical steps to help your family grow together through storytelling, reflection, conversation, and prayer. Parents are also invited to deepen their own spiritual lives, rediscovering the freedom and peace found in confession.
Perfect for use alongside a parish program or at home, this guide includes helpful tools and a simple appendix to assist both parent and child in making a good confession. It provides confidence, encouragement, and lasting spiritual support during this grace-filled milestone and beyond.
Copyright 2019
