Words for the Journey for Kids is perfect for the classroom. Each fun, easy-to-use service has simple ideas for set-up and is divided into separate readers’ sections. All the themes are firmly rooted in the Word of God, and each prayer service contains a reading adapted from the Good News Bible.

Words for the Journey for Kids is organized by month and can be used in a classroom or whole school setting. Some of the 50 services have parts for the students to act out. Others are more contemplative. Themes include courage, the saints, forgiveness, hope, friendship and the seasons of the Church year. All are designed to include the involvement of many students yet can be easily adapted to suit the individual needs of those who are using them.

“In Words for the Journey, Lisa Freemantle and Les Miller provide a rich resource for the prayer life of the Catholic school that is firmly rooted in Scripture, the Word for the human journey. It is well suited to the setting of the busy Catholic school, gives pride of place to ritual and participation, and follows a consistent form throughout.” —Noel Martin, Director, Catholic Education, Ontario Catholic School Trustees’ Association