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Here is a selection of books for Lent and Easter reading: -

40 Days - Thinking Through Lent by Peter Dainty

Lent is the season for spiritual spring cleaning, the time to receive forgiveness and ditch the bad habits that spoil our relationship with God and with others. £6.99.

That You May Have Life. Let the Mystics be Your Guide for Lent by John Kirvan

Lent is an opportunity to reach for a life beyond self, beyond sin, beyond suffering and ultimately, beyond death. Experience the journey of Lent under the direction of Julian of Norwich, Francis of Assisi and Teresa of Avila. £5.99

From Garden to Garden by Arden W Mead, Illustrated by Sally Beck

A 32-page booklet of daily Lenten images that begin in the Garden of Eden and ends beyond the Garden of Gethsemane. 60p

Our Lady of Holy Saturday, Awaiting the Resurrection with Mary and the Disciples. Cardinal Carlo Martini

From the bewilderment of Jesus' disciples to the great faith of Mary, this powerful book reflects on Holy Saturday, the period of confusion and silence between the sadness of the cross and the joy of Easter. £4.99

The Easter Story Mini Edition. Brian Wildsmith

The story of Easter retold for young children. The events of Holy Week, the Last Supper, the Crucifixion, Holy Week - the Resurrection - are recounted through the eyes of a little donkey that carried Jesus into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. £4.99

Easter Make and Do by Gillian Chapman

Entertaining step-by-step craft ideas for children, which bring the meaning of the Easter events to life. £5.99

My Triduum Journey, Celebrating the Easter Mysteries by Kass P Dotterwelch

This book explores the history and significance of each holy day with thoughtful activities and a review page for young children to reflect on their own Easter journey. 75p

All suggestions are taken from the leaflet for Lent and Easter 2005 produced by Redemptorist Publications, Chawton, Hampshire, GU34 3HQ. All the above can be obtained from Redemptorist direct on 01420 88222 or from the Bookstall.

Lynn Winter