Prayers Before the Bell

Prayers Before the Bell offers catechists, teachers, and parents more than 250 original prayers to guide students through the school year and liturgical calendar as well as special occasions. Each week's theme is reinforced with a discussion question, Scripture passage, and 5 daily prayers that support students as they grow in their relationship with God. A section of special-occasion prayers covers topics such as exam days, athletic events, 100th Day of School, holidays, and graduation.

About the Author

Master-storyteller and catechist Betty Manion has been delighting and inspiring audiences of all ages for more than twenty-five years. She holds a master of theological studies degree from St. Norbert College in DePere, WI. She is the director of religious education at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Waupaca, WI, and is an adjunct instructor at Silver Lake College, St. Norbert College, and the Center for Ministry Development.