Location: United States
Member Since: April 22, 2011

Laura Thompson


Biography

Laura earned her master's degree in secondary education from St. Xavier University in Chicago. She has taught in Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Chicago and the Diocese of Joliet. She is a active Catholic who aspires to catechize at every age level, from pre-school to mature adult.

Where to find Laura Thompson online

Website: http://laurathompson.weebly.com

Books

Lessons from the desert    by Laura Thompson
Price: Free! 10310 words. Published on January 29, 2012. Nonfiction.
A generation-x journey in and out of religious life. This is an autobiography of my spiritual journey seeking God and finding myself.
Praying With Poetry    by Laura Thompson
Price: Free! 10310 words. Published on July 25, 2011. Nonfiction.
Poetry is a form of literature that eludes definition. It is an art form that emerges from the pure human need to express oneself. By reading and reflecting on literature, such as poetry, the reader identifies and empathizes with the writer. The shared experience is similar to that of a group therapy situation. After all, there is nothing new under the sun.
Active Catechesis    by Laura Thompson
Price: Free! 9440 words. Published on July 11, 2011. Nonfiction.
When it comes to teaching religion, it is more than a subject—it is a way of life! This book is written for teachers who are seeking to delve deeper into catechesis than most religion textbooks guiding young disciples by creating an active learning environment.
Expressions of our Catholic Faith: Using Literature to Enrich Catechesis    by Laura Thompson
Price: Free! 13090 words. Published on June 26, 2011. Nonfiction.
This is a teacher-to-teacher resource for Catholic school teachers or religious education catechists that discusses how to use literature to enrich Catholic catechesis. Four books are analyzed in detail. This resource includes a select bibliography and a list of alternative assessments.
Prayer Services for the Catholic Classroom    by Laura Thompson
Price: Free! 8310 words. Published on June 1, 2011. Nonfiction.
This booklet is a sampling of some prayer services I used as a classroom teacher in Catholic schools.
Haggadah: A Christian Interpretation of a Jewish Tradition    by Laura Thompson
Price: Free! 3470 words. Published on June 1, 2011. Nonfiction.
For thousands and thousands of years our Jewish brothers and sisters have celebrated Passover. This holiday commemorates their Exodus from slavery. It's no coincidence Jesus chose the Passover meal for what the Church now celebrates as the Holy Mass and Eucharist. This book is a resource for teachers who wish to teach the deeper meanings of the Eucharist in history and scripture.
Meditation Exercises for Classroom Prayer    by Laura Thompson
Price: Free! 1560 words. Published on April 27, 2011. Nonfiction.
This booklet contains a series of meditation exercises. The goal is to introduce middle school and junior high students to the method of prayer known as LECTIO DIVINA. In our everyday lives, we can forget to develop our friendship with God. In these prayer times we will focus on these ordinary times in order to see God in the day-to-day lives we lead.
Praying the 12 Steps & Traditions of CoDA    by Laura Thompson
Price: Free! 23180 words. Published on April 26, 2011. Nonfiction.
This prayer book is presented as a guide to those seeking healing through prayer and meditation. Its format is based on the Roman Catholic tradition of the Liturgy of the Hours.This small guide is humbly submitted for those seeking a loving Higher Power and spiritual support in the 12-step journey to healthy and loving relationships.
Praying the 12 Steps & Traditions of SIA    by Laura Thompson
Price: Free! 23300 words. Published on April 22, 2011. Nonfiction.
This prayer book is presented as a guide to those seeking healing through prayer and meditation. Its format is based on the Roman Catholic tradition of the Liturgy of the Hours. This small guide is humbly submitted for those seeking a loving Higher Power and spiritual support in the 12-step journey to healthy and courageous living.

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