church year

Looks at the religious roots of secular holidays, including Valentine's Day, Halloween, and Mother's Day.

Examines the historical, cultural, and modern-day traditions associated with Christianity, explains related symbols and figures, and includes photographs, as well as diary entries that provide a child's perspective on how Christian festivals are celebrated over the course of a year.

Names and explains the various objects found in a Catholic Church, how they are used in the celebration of the Mass and other events, the clergy and lay people who use them, and the meaning behind them.