Gifts & Fruits of the Holy Spirit Faith Folder

A Catholic Faith Folder on the Gifts & Fruits of the Holy Spirit

Includes a variety of activities to be used with different age levels.

Easily adapted and personalized for creative style.

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Contents

Faith Folder Overview ......................................................................................................3 Front and Back Covers ................................................................................................ 4-9 Prayer Scrolls ................................................................................................................. 10 “Wisdom” Circle Fold-Up Mini-Book ......................................................................... 11-15 “Understanding” Trapezoid Folding Mini-Book ......................................................... 16-20 “Knowledge” Window Mini-Book .............................................................................. 21-25 “Counsel” Tri-Flap Circle Mini-Book ......................................................................... 26-30 “Fortitude” Heart Shape Book .................................................................................. 31-35 “Piety” Diamond Folding Mini-Book .......................................................................... 36-40 “Fear of the Lord” Square Fold-Up Mini-Book .......................................................... 41-45 “Faithfulness” Circle Fold-Up Mini-Book .................................................................. 46-50 “Patience” Trapezoid Folding Mini-Book .................................................................. 51-55 “Mildness” Window Mini-Book .................................................................................. 56-60 “Joy” Tri-Flap Circle Mini-Book ................................................................................. 61-65 “Chastity” Heart Shape Book ................................................................................... 66-70 “Benignity” Diamond Folding Mini-Book ................................................................... 71-75 “Modesty” Square Fold-Up Mini-Book ...................................................................... 76-80 “Charity” Hexagon Folding Mini-Book ...................................................................... 81-85 “Long-Suffering” Octagon Alternating Fold Mini-Book .............................................. 86-90 “Peace” Triangle Fanned Pages Mini-Book ............................................................. 91-95 “Continence” Triple Folding Mini-Book ................................................................... 96-100 “Goodness” Oval Fanned Pages Mini-Book ......................................................... 101-105 “Gifts of the Holy Spirit” Graduated Pages Mini-Book .......................................... 106-118 “Fruits of the Holy Spirit” Graduated Pages Mini-Book ........................................ 119-135 Pockets Full of Gifts and Fruits ............................................................................ 136-140 Living My Own Gifts of the Holy Spirit Mini-Book ................................................. 141-144 Living My Own Fruits of the Holy Spirit Mini-Book ............................................... 145-148 Novena to the Holy Spirit Prayer Book ................................................................. 149-156 Assembly of Faith Folder ............................................................................................. 157 Assembly of Faith Folder Components ................................................................ 158-159 Sample Photos ..................................................................................................... 160-161

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Faith Folder Overview

Faith Folder is our term for our Catholic Faith based lapbookTM. This Faith Folder is meant to be used

to assist you in teaching the Gifts of the Holy Spirit and the Fruits of the Holy Spirit. Through

discussion and the creation of this Faith Folder the child(ren) will discover how the Holy Spirit guides

and assists us each day. By growing and developing in these virtues, we grow closer to God.

We have included a mixture of material and a variety of options. Some of the material is already

complete, while some is more of a template for you and the child(ren) to input what they have learned

from your teaching. This allows for the information to be targeted to the individual child or specific

group of children and their levels of understanding. Many of the Faith Folder components can be

completed using the pre-printed pages. Another option would be to print the blank pages and write in

the information chosen. We have also included the option of pre-colored pages to be printed or blank

pages to be printed on colored paper.

The possibilities and creative freedom in creating a Faith Folder are endless. Please feel free to

adapt and/or embellish this Faith Folder template as you see fit. We would suggest looking through

the document material before printing. Many special touches can be made by simply printing the

various components on different colors and weights of paper.

When compiling the information for this Faith Folder we referred to the New St. Joseph Baltimore

Catechism and The Catechism of the Catholic Church. Scripture references are made using the St.

Joseph Edition of the New American Bible, unless indicated otherwise.

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Front and Back Covers

The front cover is intended to focus on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit.

o We have included the phrase “The Gifts of the Holy Spirit” to be printed on colored paper, cut out and glued

onto the cover. Mounting the phrase on scrapbook paper or colored cardstock adds a special touch.

o There are seven gift boxes to be cut out and glued onto the cover. You may use the pre-printed gifts or the

blank gifts and write the words on your own. Outlining the gifts in glitter or paint adds a special touch.

The back cover is intended to focus on the Fruits of the Holy Spirit.

o We have included the phrase “The Fruits of the Holy Spirit” to be printed on colored paper, cut out and

glued onto the cover. Mounting the phrase on scrapbook paper or colored cardstock adds a special touch.

o There are twelve apples to be cut out and glued onto the cover. You may use the pre-printed apples or the

blank apples and write the words on your own. Outlining the apples in glitter or paint adds a special touch.

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Prayer Scrolls

These scrolls just need to be cut out and glued into the Faith Folder. The scrolls can be mounted on scrapbook paper or colored cardstock for a special touch.

The scroll on the left goes with the Gifts of the Holy Spirit portion of the Faith Folder. The scroll on the right goes with the Fruits of the Holy Spirit portion of the Faith Folder.

Cut out around each scroll and glue into the Faith Folder.

Pope John Paul II on the

Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Wisdom, which enlightens human intelligence and

promotes a healthy judgment regarding faith and Christian

conduct

Understanding, needed to fully appreciate the word of

God

Knowledge, to perceive God’s revelation about Himself and

His creation

Counsel, to help in making right personal decisions

Fortitude, to endure willingly

difficulties and sufferings

Piety, which directs human hearts toward God

Fear of the Lord, a deep

respect for the divine law and its implications for Christian

conduct

St. Augustine Holy Spirit Prayer

Breathe in me, O Holy Spirit, That my thoughts May all be holy, Act in me, O Holy Spirit, That my works, too, May be holy, Draw my heart, O Holy Spirit, That I love But what is holy. Strengthen me, O Holy Spirit, To defend All that is holy, Guard me, then, O Holy Spirit, That I always May be holy.

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“Wisdom” Circle Fold-Up Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the gift of wisdom. A row of three circles makes up the pages of the book.

The row of circles on the left side of the page contains the cover and portion of the book that will be glued into the

Faith Folder. The row of circles on the right side of the page contains the inside pages of the book.

We have included four options for this book:

o Pre-printed, green pages to be cut out and assembled.

o Pre-printed, white pages to be printed on colored paper and then cut out and assembled.

o Lined, white pages to be printed on colored paper and written on, as desired, then cut out and assembled.

o Blank, white pages to be printed on colored paper and written or drawn on as desired, then cut out and

assembled.

Cut out the two chosen rows of circles around the entire shape, do not cut between the circles. The touching portion

of the circles should remain intact. This is where the pages will be folded.

Keeping in mind the direction of the pages as the book is folded, glue the two rows of circles together.

Fold the book together on the overlapping portion of the circles, leaving the title page, “Wisdom” on the top.

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Wisdom

This portion will be glued

into the Faith Folder.

Wisdom means

seeing and understanding things as God

does.

The wise see God in all things.

Wisdom brings us closer to

God. It forms a union with God.

True wisdom does not come from

books but rather from God. We do

not have to be “smart” to be

“wise.”

Cut out around

the outer edges

of each row of

circles.

Fold

Fold

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Wisdom



Wisdom means

seeing and understanding things as God

does.

The wise see God in all things.

Wisdom brings us closer to

God. It forms a union with God.

True wisdom does not come from

books but rather from God. We do

not have to be “smart” to be

“wise.”

Cut out around

the outer edges

of each row of

circles.

Fold

Fold

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Wisdom



Cut out around

the outer edges

of each row of

circles.

Fold

Fold

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Wisdom



Cut out around

the outer edges

of each row of

circles.

Fold

Fold

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“Understanding” Trapezoid Folding Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the gift of understanding. A row of five trapezoids makes up the pages of the book.

You only need one row of trapezoids to complete the book.


o Pre-printed, purple pages to be cut out and assembled.




assembled.

Cut out the chosen row of trapezoids around the entire shape, do not cut between the trapezoids. The touching

portion of the trapezoids should remain intact. This is where the pages will be folded.

Fold the book together on the overlapping edges, leaving the title page, “Understanding” on the top.

The back side of the last trapezoid will be glued into the Faith Folder.

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Understanding

With the gift of understanding, the Holy Spirit

helps us to easily and fully know our

Catholic faith.

Understanding helps us fully known the meaning

of the Scriptures and the lessons to be gained from the

lives of the Saints.

Understanding can help us deal

with difficult situations and

suffering in life because it helps us know

God’s plan.

The more we develop the gift of

understanding, the better we are able

to see God.

Cut out around the

entire shape. Fold in

an accordion fashion

on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top

of the finished book.

The back side of the

last page will be

glued into the Faith

Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

The back side of this

page will be glued into

the Faith Folder.

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Understanding

With the gift of understanding, the Holy Spirit

helps us to easily and fully know our

Catholic faith.

Understanding helps us fully known the meaning

of the Scriptures and the lessons to be gained from the

lives of the Saints.

Understanding can help us deal

with difficult situations and

suffering in life because it helps us know

God’s plan.

The more we develop

the gift of understanding, the better we are able

to see God.

Cut out around the



on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top



last page will be


Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold



the Faith Folder.

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Understanding

Cut out around the



on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top



last page will be


Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold



the Faith Folder.

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Understanding

Cut out around the



on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top



last page will be


Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold



the Faith Folder.

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“Knowledge” Window Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the gift of knowledge. This mini-book will open like two windows folding out. The top box

contains the inside pages. The bottom box contains the cover window flaps and the portion of the mini-book to be

glued into the Faith Folder.


o Pre-printed, blue pages to be cut out and assembled.




assembled.

Cut out both pieces of the chosen window set around the entire shape and glue the two pieces together.

Fold on the solid lines to close the book. The shaded portion will be glued into the Faith Folder.

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Cut out around the two rectangle pieces below and glue together, back to back.

This portion will be glued into the Faith Folder.

ledge

Know

The gift of knowledge helps us

know which things in life

are most important

according to God’s way.

Knowledge helps us use

things as God intended. With

the right knowledge,

material things can be used in good

and holy ways to bring honor

to God.

Knowledge helps us make the

right choices.

The Holy Spirit gifts us with knowledge so we may know God’s truth and be able to

recognize those things that are not true.

Cut

Fold lines

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ledge

Know

The gift of knowledge helps us

know which things in life

are most important

according to God’s way.

Knowledge helps us use

things as God intended. With

the right knowledge,

material things can be used in good

and holy ways to bring honor

to God.

Knowledge helps us make the

right choices.

The Holy Spirit gifts us with knowledge so we may know God’s truth and be able to

recognize those things that are not true.

Cut

Fold lines

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ledge

Know

Cut

Fold lines

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ledge

Know

Cut

Fold lines

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“Counsel” Tri-flap Circle Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the gift of counsel. A circle with a triangular center makes up the mini-book.

You need two circles to complete the book.


o Pre-printed, orange pages to be cut out and assembled.




assembled.

The circle on the left contains the cover flaps and the portion to be glued into the Faith Folder. The circle on the

right contains the inside portion of the mini-book.

Cut out the chosen set of circles around entire shape. Glue the two circles together, keeping in mind the direction of

the flaps once the book is assembled.

Fold the flaps in on the solid lines to close the book, creating a triangular shape.

The shaded portion will be glued into the Faith Folder.

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This portion will be glued into the Faith

Folder.

The gift of

counsel helps us know which actions are good and

should be done versus those that are evil and

should be avoided.

Cut out both circles around the

outside edge and glue together. Fold

the flaps in on the solid lines to close

the book.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

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Folder.

The gift of

counsel helps us know which actions are good and

should be done versus those that are evil and

should be avoided.




the book.

Fold Fold

Fold Fold

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Folder.




the book.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

30


Folder.




the book.

Fold Fold

Fold Fold

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“Fortitude” Heart Shape Book

This shape book explains the gift of fortitude. There are five pages and a cover to this book.






assembled.

Cut out the chosen set of pages and cut out each heart individually. Stack the pages together and staple on the left

side.

The back side of the last page will be glued into the Faith Folder.

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Fortitude

Fortitude strengthens a person

through the power of God.

The gift of fortitude helps one to be strong

through pain and suffering.

With the gift of fortitude, we are better

able to resist the temptations

of evil.

Fortitude helps us be confident and know

we can be successful.

The gift of fortitude helps us live the other

virtues more fully and heroically.

Cut out each heart individually and stack

together to create the heart shape book.

Staple together on the left side.

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Fortitude Fortitude

strengthens a person through the power

of God.

The gift of fortitude helps one to be strong

through pain and suffering.

With the gift of fortitude, we are better

able to resist the temptations

of evil.

Fortitude helps us be confident and know

we can be successful.

The gift of fortitude helps us live the other

virtues more fully and heroically.




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Fortitude




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Fortitude




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“Piety” Diamond Folding Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the gift of piety. A row of five diamonds makes up the pages of the book.

You only need one row of diamonds to complete the book.






assembled.

Cut out the chosen row of diamonds around the entire shape, do not cut between the diamonds. The overlapping

edges should remain intact. This is where the pages will be folded.

Fold the book together on the overlapping edges, leaving the title page, “Piety” on the top.

Once assembled and folded, the diamonds do not stack evenly on top of each other, but rather create a layered

look.

The back side of the last diamond will be glued into the Faith Folder.

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Piety The

gift of piety helps

us form a deep love of God. Piety

helps us recognize and

respect others as children of

God. Through

the virtue of piety we do what

is right out of love of God. Piety

helps us remember all that

we have and all that we are comes from God.

We are nothing without

Him.

Cut out around the



on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top



last page will be


Folder.

The back side

of this page will

be glued into

the Faith

Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

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Piety The

gift of piety helps

us form a deep love of God. Piety

helps us recognize and

respect others as children of

God. Through

the virtue of piety we do what

is right out of love of God. Piety

helps us remember all that

we have and all that we are comes from God.

We are nothing without

Him.

Cut out around the



on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top



last page will be


Folder.

The back side

of this page will

be glued into

the Faith

Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

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Piety

Cut out around the



on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top



last page will be


Folder.

The back side

of this page will

be glued into

the Faith

Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

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Piety

Cut out around the



on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top



last page will be


Folder.

The back side

of this page will

be glued into

the Faith

Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

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“Fear of the Lord” Square Fold-Up Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the gift of fear of the Lord. The pages of this book are contained in two rows of three

squares makes up the pages of the book. The top row contains the cover, an inside page and the portion of the

mini-book to be glued into the Faith Folder. The bottom row contains the inside pages.

You need two rows of squares to complete the book.






assembled.

Cut out the chosen two rows of squares around the entire rectangle piece, do not cut between the squares. The

overlapping portions should remain intact. This is where the pages will be folded. Glue to two rows of squares

together.

Fold on the solid lines to close the book, leaving the title page, “Fear of the Lord,” on the top. The shaded portion

will be glued into the Faith Folder.

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This portion will be glued into

the Faith Folder.

Fear of the Lord

Fear of the Lord helps us avoid sin and attachment to

material things.

We form a great respect for the

power of God as our Creator when we receive the gift

of Fear of the Lord.

We obey God, not because we are

afraid of Him, but because we fear the

loss of His love and friendship.

“Happy the man who fears the Lord,

who greatly delights in His commands.” Psalm 112:1

Cut out the

set of

pages

around the

outer

edges of

each

rectangle

and glue

the back

sides

together.

Fold on the

solid lines

to close the

book. Fold lines

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the Faith Folder.

Fear of the Lord

Fear of the Lord helps us avoid sin and attachment to

material things.

We form a great respect for the

power of God as our Creator when we receive the gift

of Fear of the Lord.

We obey God, not because we are

afraid of Him, but because we fear the

loss of His love and friendship.

“Happy the man who fears the Lord,

who greatly delights in His commands.” Psalm 112:1

Cut out the

set of

pages

around the

outer

edges of

each

rectangle

and glue

the back

sides

together.

Fold on the

solid lines

to close the

book.

Fold lines

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the Faith Folder.

Fear of the Lord

Cut out the

set of

pages

around the

outer

edges of

each

rectangle

and glue

the back

sides

together.

Fold on the

solid lines

to close the

book.

Fold lines

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the Faith Folder.

Fear of the Lord

Cut out the

set of

pages

around the

outer

edges of

each

rectangle

and glue

the back

sides

together.

Fold on the

solid lines

to close the

book.

Fold lines

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“Faithfulness” Circle Fold-Up Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the fruit of faithfulness. A row of three circles makes up the pages of the book.

The row of circles on the left side of the page contains the cover and portion of the book that will be glued into the

Faith Folder. The row of circles on the right side of the page contains the inside pages of the book.


o Pre-printed, green pages to be cut out and assembled.




assembled.

Cut out the two chosen rows of circles around the entire shape, do not cut between the circles. The touching portion

of the circles should remain intact. This is where the pages will be folded.

Keeping in mind the direction of the pages as the book is folded, glue the two rows of circles together.

Fold the book together on the overlapping portion of the circles, leaving the title page, “Faithfulness” on the top.

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Faithfulness



Faith is the realization of what is

hoped for and evidence of things not

seen. Hebrews 11:1

Our faith is our belief in God and the

truths of the Catholic Church.

The Holy Spirit helps us keep our

faith constant.

Keeping our faith constant helps us resist temptation.

We are faithful

by going to Mass and Confession often. We try hard to live by the virtues and avoid sin.

We have faith and trust this is the path toward Heaven.

Cut out around

the outer edges

of each row of

circles.

Fold

Fold

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Faithfulness



Faith is the realization of what is

hoped for and evidence of things not

seen. Hebrews 11:1

Our faith is our belief in God and the

truths of the Catholic Church.

The Holy Spirit helps us keep our

faith constant.

Keeping our faith constant helps us resist temptation.

We are faithful

by going to Mass and Confession often. We try hard to live by the virtues and avoid sin. We have faith and trust this is the path

toward Heaven.

Cut out around

the outer edges

of each row of

circles.

Fold

Fold

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Cut out around

the outer edges

of each row of

circles.

Fold

Fold

Faithfulness



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Faithfulness



Cut out around

the outer edges

of each row of

circles.

Fold

Fold

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“Patience” Trapezoid Folding Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the fruit of patience. A row of five trapezoids makes up the pages of the book.

You only need one row of trapezoids to complete the book.


o Pre-printed, purple pages to be cut and assembled.

o Pre-printed, white pages to be printed on colored paper and then cut and assembled.



assembled.

Cut out the chosen row of trapezoids around the entire shape, do not cut between the trapezoids. The touching

portion of the trapezoids should remain intact. This is where the pages will be folded.

Fold the book together on the overlapping edges, leaving the title page, “Patience” on the top.

The back side of the last trapezoid will be glued into the Faith Folder.

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Patience

Patience helps us handle tough

times as God desires, without

being sad or angry.

We show patience when we handle

difficulties without complaining.

We practice patience when

we see our suffering as a cross

we can bear as a sacrifice for others.

We develop patience when we accept God’s

timing and realize things do not

have to happen right away.

Cut out around the



on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top



last page will be


Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold



the Faith Folder.

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Patience

Patience helps us handle tough

times as God desires, without

being sad or angry.

We show patience when we handle

difficulties without complaining.

We practice patience when

we see our suffering as a cross

we can bear as a sacrifice for others.

We develop patience when we accept God’s

timing and realize things do not

have to happen right away.

Cut out around the



on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top



last page will be


Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold



the Faith Folder.

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Patience

Cut out around the



on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top



last page will be


Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold



the Faith Folder.

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Patience

Cut out around the



on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top



last page will be


Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold



the Faith Folder.

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“Mildness” Window Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the fruit of mildness. This mini-book will open like two windows folding out. The top box

contains the inside pages. The bottom box contains the cover window flaps and the portion of the mini-book to be







assembled.

Cut out both pieces of the chosen window set around the entire shape and glue the two pieces together.

Fold on the solid lines to close the book. The shaded portion will be glued into the Faith Folder.

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ness

Mild

Mildness is a way of love and a

desire for justice.

Mildness means being gentle in our attitude and behavior.

We are gentle in the way we

treat others and in the things we do.

Our words, thoughts and

deeds are gentle and peaceful.

When we practice

mildness, we avoid actions

that might bring about

anger or frustration.

Cut

Fold lines

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ness

Mild

Mildness is a way of love and a

desire for justice.

When we practice

mildness, we avoid actions

that might bring about

anger or frustration.

Mildness means being gentle in our attitude and behavior.

We are gentle in the way we

treat others and in the things we do.

Our words, thoughts and

deeds are gentle and peaceful.

Cut

Fold lines

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ness

Mild

Cut

Fold lines

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ness

Mild

Cut

Fold lines

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“Joy” Tri-flap Circle Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the fruit of joy. A circle with a triangular center makes up the mini-book.

You need two circles to complete the book.






assembled.

The circle on the left contains the cover flaps and the portion to be glued into the Faith Folder. The circle on the

right contains the inside portion of the mini-book.

Cut out the chosen set of circles around entire shape. Glue the two circles together, keeping in mind the direction of

the flaps once the book is assembled.

Fold the flaps in on the solid lines to close the book, creating a triangular shape.

The shaded portion will be glued into the Faith Folder.

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Folder.

…for rejoicing in the Lord must be your strength!

Nehemiah 8:10

Joy is a

result of faith.

When we are grateful we

become joyful. Joy comes from practicing obedience, service and

fellowship.




the book.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

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Folder.

…for rejoicing in the Lord must be your strength.

Nehemiah 8:10

Joy is a

result of faith.

When we are grateful we

become joyful. Joy comes from practicing obedience, service and

fellowship.




the book.

Fold Fold

Fold Fold

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Folder.




the book.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

65


Folder.




the book.

Fold Fold

Fold Fold

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“Chastity” Heart Shape Book

This shape book explains the fruit of chastity. There are five pages and a cover to this book.






assembled.

Choose a set of pages and cut out each heart individually. Stack the pages together and staple on the left side.


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Chastity




Chastity helps us remain pure in our thoughts

and actions.

Chastity helps us glorify the Temple of the Holy Spirit within

us and others.

When we practice chastity we control our thoughts

instead of our thoughts

controlling us.

We are all called to practice chastity according to our

state in life.

Chastity is formed through the practice of

modesty and purity.

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Chastity




Chastity helps us remain pure in our thoughts

and actions.

Chastity helps us glorify the Temple of the Holy Spirit within

us and others.

When we practice chastity we control our thoughts

instead of our thoughts

controlling us.

We are all called to practice chastity according to our

state in life.

Chastity is formed through the practice of

modesty and purity.

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Chastity




70

Chastity




71

“Benignity” Diamond Folding Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the fruit of benignity. A row of five diamonds makes up the pages of the book.

You only need one row of diamonds to complete the book.






assembled.

Cut out the chosen row of diamonds around the entire shape, do not cut between the diamonds. The overlapping


Fold the book together on the overlapping edges, leaving the title page, “Benignity” on the top.

Once assembled and folded, the diamonds do not stack evenly on top of each other, but rather create a layered

look.

The back side of the last diamond will be glued into the Faith Folder.

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Benignity

Cut out around the



on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top



last page will be


Folder.

The back side

of this page will

be glued into

the Faith

Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

The fruit of

benignity is the practice of kindness toward others in all

we do. When

we practice benignity we

understand and care for the needs

of others. Benignity is seen in

our words, our actions and in the

way we forgive others.

Benignity calls for us to

care for those in need of help.

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Benignity

Cut out around the



on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top



last page will be


Folder.

The back side

of this page will

be glued into

the Faith

Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

The fruit of

benignity is the practice of kindness toward others in all

we do. When

we practice benignity we

understand and care for the needs

of others. Benignity is seen in

our words, our actions and in the

way we forgive others.

Benignity calls for us to

care for those in need of help.

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Benignity

Cut out around the



on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top



last page will be


Folder.

The back side

of this page will

be glued into

the Faith

Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

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Benignity

Cut out around the



on the overlapping

edges, so the cover

ends up on the top



last page will be


Folder.

The back side

of this page will

be glued into

the Faith

Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

76

“Modesty” Square Fold-Up Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the fruit of modesty. The pages of this book are contained in two rows of three squares

makes up the pages of the book. The top row contains the cover, an inside page and the portion of the mini-book to

be glued into the Faith Folder. The bottom row contains the inside pages.

You need two rows of squares to complete the book.






assembled.

Cut out the chosen two rows of squares around the entire rectangle piece, do not cut between the squares. The

overlapping portions should remain intact. This is where the pages will be folded. Glue to two rows of squares

together.

Fold on the solid lines to close the book, leaving the title page, “Modesty,” on the top. The shaded portion will be


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We practice modesty in our

behavior and our appearance. We

avoid what is offensive and unnecessary.

The root of modesty is

humility. We recognize our true

worth and value from God.


the Faith Folder.

Modesty Cut out the

set of

pages

around the

outer

edges of

each

rectangle

and glue

the back

sides

together.

Fold on the

solid lines

to close the

book.

Fold lines

Modesty involves how we present

ourselves to others.

Practicing modesty helps us grow in

purity and chastity.

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the Faith Folder.

Modesty

Cut out the

set of

pages

around the

outer

edges of

each

rectangle

and glue

the back

sides

together.

Fold on the

solid lines

to close the

book.

Modesty involves how we present

ourselves to others.

We practice modesty in our

behavior and our appearance. We

avoid what is offensive and unnecessary.

The root of modesty is

humility. We recognize our true

worth and value from God.

Practicing modesty helps us grow in

purity and chastity.

Fold lines

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the Faith Folder.

Modesty

Cut out the

set of

pages

around the

outer

edges of

each

rectangle

and glue

the back

sides

together.

Fold on the

solid lines

to close the

book.

Fold lines

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the Faith Folder.

Modesty

Cut out the

set of

pages

around the

outer

edges of

each

rectangle

and glue

the back

sides

together.

Fold on the

solid lines

to close the

book.

Fold lines

81

“Charity” Hexagon Folding Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the fruit of charity. A row of five hexagons makes up the pages of the book.

You only need one row of hexagons to complete the book.






assembled.

Cut out the chosen row of hexagons around the entire shape, do not cut between the hexagons. The overlapping


Fold the book together on the overlapping edges, leaving the title page, “Charity” on the top.

The back side of the last hexagon will be glued into the Faith Folder.

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Charity Cut out around the entire shape.

Fold in an accordion fashion on

the overlapping edges, so the

cover ends up on the top of the

finished book. The back side of

the last page will be glued into

the Faith Folder.

The back side of

this page will be

glued into the

Faith Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

Charity is

love.

We are to love God more than anything else.

Charity calls us to love others as God

loves us. We love others out of a love for God.

We are to show charity to everyone, not

just those we like or those who are easy to love.

83

Charity

Charity is

love.

We are to love God more than anything else.

Charity calls us to love others as God

loves us. We love others out of a love for God.

We are to show charity to everyone, not

just those we like or those who are easy to love.

Cut out around the entire shape.






the Faith Folder.

The back side of

this page will be

glued into the

Faith Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

84

Charity

Cut out around the entire shape.






the Faith Folder.

The back side of

this page will be

glued into the

Faith Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

85

Charity Cut out around the entire shape.






the Faith Folder.

The back side of

this page will be

glued into the

Faith Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

Fold

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“Long-Suffering” Octagon Alternating Fold Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the fruit of long-suffering. Two rows of four octagons make up the pages of the book.

You need two rows of octagons to complete the book. The row on the left side of the page contains the cover, the

back of the pages and the portion of the book to be glued into the Faith Folder. The row on the right side of the page

contains the inside, to-be-viewed, pages of the book.


o Pre-printed, purple pages to be cut out and assembled.




assembled.

Cut out the chosen set of rows of octagons around the entire shape, do not cut between the octagons. The

overlapping edges should remain intact. This is where the pages will be folded.

Glue the two sets of pages together, back to back.

Fold the book together on the overlapping edges, leaving the title page, “Long-Suffering” on the top.

The shaded page will be glued into the Faith Folder.

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Long

Su

fferi

ng

Th

is p

ort

ion

will

b

e gl

ued

into

th

e

Fait

h F

old

er.

Cut out both sets of pages around the entire shape. Glue both sets

together, back to back. Fold in an accordion fashion on the

overlapping edges, so the cover ends up on the top of the finished

book. The shaded page will be glued into the Faith Folder.

Fold

Fold

Fold

The

prac

tice

of

long

-suf

feri

ng

mea

ns w

e re

mai

n ho

pefu

l an

d tr

ust i

n G

od’s

pla

n fo

r us

, eve

n if

we

do

not u

nder

stan

d it

at th

e tim

e.

Ver

y sa

d or

diff

icul

t th

ings

can

ha

ppen

to u

s.

Long

-suf

feri

ng

mea

ns w

e ac

cept

thos

e to

ugh

times

and

do

not

com

plai

n or

dou

bt G

od.

P

ract

icin

g lo

ng-s

uffe

ring

in

volv

es

patie

nce,

hop

e an

d fa

ith.

Whe

n w

e ar

e de

alin

g w

ith a

toug

h si

tuat

ion,

we

can

offe

r up

our

su

fferi

ng a

s a

sacr

ifice

and

pr

ayer

for

othe

rs in

nee

d.

88

Long

Su

fferi

ng

Th

is p

ort

ion

will

be

glu

ed in

to t

he

Fait

h F

old

er.





Fold

Fold

Fold

The

prac

tice

of

long

-suf

feri

ng

mea

ns w

e re

mai

n ho

pefu

l an

d tr

ust i

n G

od’s

pla

n fo

r us

, eve

n if

we

do

not u

nder

stan

d it

at th

e tim

e.

Ver

y sa

d or

diff

icul

t th

ings

can

ha

ppen

to u

s.

Long

-suf

feri

ng

mea

ns w

e ac

cept

thos

e to

ugh

times

and

do

not

com

plai

n or

dou

bt G

od.

P

ract

icin

g lo

ng-s

uffe

ring

in

volv

es

patie

nce,

hop

e an

d fa

ith.

Whe

n w

e ar

e de

alin

g w

ith a

toug

h si

tuat

ion,

we

can

offe

r up

our

su

fferi

ng a

s a

sacr

ifice

and

pr

ayer

for

othe

rs in

nee

d.

89

Long

Su

fferi

ng

Th

is p

ort

ion

will

be

glu

ed in

to t

he

Fait

h F

old

er.





Fold

Fold

Fold

90

Long

Su

fferi

ng

Th

is p

ort

ion

will

b

e gl

ued

into

th

e

Fait

h F

old

er.





Fold

Fold

Fold

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“Peace” Triangle Fanned Pages Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the fruit of peace. There are six triangle shaped pages (including the cover) to this book.

You need one set of triangle pages to complete this book.






assembled.

Choose a set of pages and cut out each triangle individually. Stack the pages together and insert a brad fastener

through the indicated circle at the top of each page to fasten the book together.


92

Peace

Cut out each triangle individually and stack

together to create the book. Insert a brad

fastener through the indicated circle at the

top of each page to fasten the book together.

When we experience true peace, we

do not worry. We know God will care for

all of our needs.

Growing in peace also means being

happy with what we have been given

and not always wanting more.

When we are

tempted to worry we can pray and God will give

us the peace to take away our worries.

Peace means we

work to be a peacemaker

when we are faced with a problem. We want to make peace instead of arguing.

Peace is a serenity

and calmness that comes from

having order and trusting in God.

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Peace





Peace is a serenity

and calmness that comes from

having order and trusting in God.

When we experience true peace, we

do not worry. We know God will care for

all of our needs.

When we are

tempted to worry we can pray and God will give

us the peace to take away our worries.

Growing in peace also means being

happy with what we have been given

and not always wanting more.

Peace means we

work to be a peacemaker

when we are faced with a problem. We want to make peace instead of arguing.

94

Peace





95

Peace





96

“Continence” Triple Folding Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the fruit of continence. This is a book with pages similar to a tri-fold brochure. The top set of

boxes is for the cover, an inside and the portion of the book to be glued into the Faith Folder. The bottom set of

boxes is for the inside pages.

You will need 1 set of pages for this mini-book.


o Pre-printed, tan pages to be cut out and assembled.




assembled.

Cut out the chosen set of pages around the entire shape, do not cut between the shapes. The overlapping portion

should remain intact. This is where the pages will be folded. Glue the two sets of pages together back to back.

Fold the book together on the overlapping edges, leaving the title page, “Continence” on the top.

The shaded page will be glued into the Faith Folder.

97

Continence


Folder.

Cut out the

set of

pages

around the

outer

edges of

each shape

piece and

glue the

back sides

together.

Fold on the

solid lines

to close the

book.

Fold lines

When we practice

continence we are in control of our mind,

body and tongue. We

control all we think and do

and say.

We can practice

continence of our body by taking

care of ourselves,

exercising and not using our bodies to hurt

others by hitting or kicking.

We can practice

continence of our tongue by not whining,

lying or interrupting

others, and by always telling the truth and using

kind words.

We can practice continence of our mind by

asking God to help us get rid

of our bad thoughts and to help us not to

doubt.

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Continence


Folder.

Cut out the

set of

pages

around the

outer

edges of

each shape

piece and

glue the

back sides

together.

Fold on the

solid lines

to close the

book.

Fold lines

When we practice

continence we are in control of our mind,

body and tongue. We

control all we think and do

and say.

We can practice continence of our mind by

asking God to help us get rid

of our bad thoughts and to help us not to

doubt.

We can practice

continence of our body by taking

care of ourselves,

exercising and not using our bodies to hurt

others by hitting or kicking.

We can practice

continence of our tongue by not whining,

lying or interrupting

others, and by always telling the truth and using

kind words.

99

Continence


Folder.

Cut out the

set of

pages

around the

outer

edges of

each shape

piece and

glue the

back sides

together.

Fold on the

solid lines

to close the

book.

Fold lines

100

Continence


Folder.

Cut out the

set of

pages

around the

outer

edges of

each shape

piece and

glue the

back sides

together.

Fold on the

solid lines

to close the

book.

Fold lines

101

“Goodness” Oval Fanned Pages Mini-Book

This mini-book explains the fruit of goodness. There are six oval shaped pages (including the cover) to this book.

You need one set of oval pages to complete this book.


o Pre-printed, yellow pages to be cut out and assembled.




assembled.

Choose a set of pages and cut out each oval individually. Stack the pages together and insert a brad fastener through

the indicated circle at the top of each page to fasten the book together.


102

Goodness

Cut out each oval individually and stack




Goodness is the nature of

God, He is goodness.

God desires

goodness for us and from us.

Goodness involves putting

others before ourselves. We can do this by letting someone else go first or sharing with someone.

When practicing

goodness, we need to be kind to others because we want to,

not because we have to. We are called to show kindness with a

happy heart.

God wants us to be kind

and show goodness

to everyone, not just those we

know or those we like.

Goodness is to show

through not just our actions but

also through our words. We can be

an example of goodness in our

attitude, our words and our

actions.

103

Goodness





Goodness is the nature of

God, He is goodness.

God desires

goodness for us and from us.

Goodness involves putting

others before ourselves. We can do this by letting someone else go first or sharing with someone.

When practicing

goodness, we need to be kind to others because we want to,

not because we have to. We are called to show kindness with a

happy heart.

God wants us to be kind

and show goodness

to everyone, not just those we

know or those we like.

Goodness is to show

through not just our actions but

also through our words. We can be

an example of goodness in our

attitude, our words and our

actions.

104

Goodness





105

Goodness





106

“Gifts of the Holy Spirit in Scripture” Graduated Pages Mini-Book

This graduated pages mini-book focuses on examples of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit found in sacred scripture.

We have included both colored and black and white options for this book.

There is one page for each gift of the Holy Spirit plus three additional pages for other information.

Cut out each set of pages for the graduated pages book and fold on the dotted lines. The pages will then fit into one another. Secure the pages together by running a small bead of glue along the inner fold of the page and inserting the next page set or staple together in the crease once all pages are together.

Each flap or layer is to be labeled with the names of the gifts to be found inside the corresponding pages. These labels are page 108 or 114. These are to be cut out and glued onto the edge of the corresponding page.

We have included the scripture verses in: o colored, pre-printed boxes to be cut out and glued into the booklet. o white, pre-printed boxes you can print on the paper color of your choice and then cut out and glue into the

booklet. o White, lined-text boxes for you to write the scripture (ours or your own) and then cut out and glue into the

booklet. o You may also write or color directly on the pages of the book, if desired.

The last page of the booklet includes a picture. We have included a few options for this picture on page 112.

107

The Gifts of the

Holy Spirit in

Scripture

This portion will be glued into the

Faith Folder.

Cut out

around the

entire

rectangle.

Fold

This side is the

cover and back

page to be glued

into the Faith

Folder.

The opposite side

will be pages

1 and 10 once

the book is

assembled.

This side is for

pages 2 and 9.

The opposite

side will be pages

3 and 8 once the

book is

assembled.

Fold

108

This side is for

pages 4 and 7.

The opposite

side will be

pages 5 and 6

once the book is

assembled.

Fold

Cut around

the entire

rectangle.

Page labels to be cut out and

glued onto outer edges of each

page.

Order of Pages

1. Wisdom 2. Understanding 3. Knowledge 4. Counsel 5. Fortitude 6. Piety 7. Fear of the Lord 8. The Spirit 9. Gifts of the Holy Spirit 10. Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Wisdom & Understanding

Knowledge & Counsel

Fortitude & Piety

Fear of the Lord & The Spirit


109

These are the text boxes to be cut out and glued into the corresponding pages of the “Gifts of the Holy Spirit” Graduated

Pages Book. The pages are indicated for each box.

Page 1 Page 2 Page 3

Page 6

Page 5 Page 4

Solomon could have asked God for anything, but he asked for

wisdom.

Give your servant, therefore, an understanding heart to judge

your people and to distinguish right from wrong...So God said to him,… “I give you a heart so wise and understanding that there has

never been anyone like you up to now, and after you there will

come no one to equal you.” 1 Kings 3:9,11-12

The story of Jesus healing the paralytic and speaking to the

crowd shows how Jesus helped the people understand God’s

ways.

Jesus immediately knew in His mind what they were thinking to themselves, ... “But that you may

know that the Son of Man has authority to forgive sins on

earth” –He said to the paralytic, “I say to you, rise, pick up your

mat, and go home.”

Mark 2:8-9

The Proverbs speak about the blessings of knowledge that

comes from God.

For the Lord gives wisdom, from His mouth come

knowledge and understanding;…Then you will

understand rectitude and justice, honesty, every good

path; For wisdom will enter your

heart, knowledge will please your soul.

Proverbs 2:6,9-10

Psalm 32 shows us how God will guide us and be

our counsel.

I will instruct you and show you the way you should

walk, give you counsel and watch over you. Do not be senseless like horses or mules; with bit and bridle

their temper is curbed, else they will not come to you.

Psalm 32:8-9

The story of the Pharisee and the Publican is an example of true

piety.

Two people went up to the temple area to pray; one was a Pharisee and the other was a tax collector.

The Pharisee took up his position and spoke this prayer to himself, “O God, I thank you

that I am not like the rest of humanity…” But the tax collector stood off at a distance and would

not even raise his eyes to Heaven but beat his breast and prayed, “O God, be merciful to

me a sinner.” I tell you, the latter went home justified, not the

former; for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be

exalted.

Luke 18:10-14

David showed great fortitude and courage when he fought

against Goliath.

David answered him: “You come against me with sword and spear and scimitar, but I come against you in the name of the Lord of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel that you have insulted.

Today the Lord shall deliver you into my hand; I will strike you

down…thus the whole land shall learn that Israel has a God. All this multitude, too, shall learn that it is not by sword or spear

that the Lord saves.

1 Samuel 17:45-47

110


Psalm 112 speaks about

Fear of the Lord

Happy are those who fear the Lord, who greatly

delight in God’s commands. Their

descendants shall be mighty in the land, a

generation upright and blessed. Wealth and

riches shall be in their homes; their prosperity

shall endure forever.

Psalm 112:1-3

But a shoot shall sprout from the stump of Jesse, and from his roots a bud

shall blossom.

The spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him: a

spirit of wisdom and of understanding,

A spirit of counsel and of strength, a spirit of

knowledge and of fear of the Lord, and his delight shall be the fear of the

Lord.

Isaiah 11:1-3

“The gifts of the Holy Spirit help us by making us more alert to

discern and more ready to do the will of God.

The gifts of the Holy Spirit enable us to catch the breath of the Holy

Spirit, moving the ship of our soul much faster and farther than we could ever sail it by using the

virtues ourselves.

The power of the Holy Spirit, which our ship catches by

unfolding the sails of the gifts, enables us to do even things that are humanly impossible. It is the

gifts of the Holy Spirit in the souls of the saints that explain

the seemingly impossible things in their lives.”

The New St. Joseph Baltimore

Catechism, p. 65-66

111

Page 10

The Gifts of the Holy Spirit

112

These are the picture options for the last page of the “Gifts of the Holy Spirit” Graduated Pages Mini-Book. Choose a

picture, color and/or label, if needed, cut it out and glue it into the mini-book.

113

The Gifts of the

Holy Spirit in

Scripture


Faith Folder.

Cut out

around the

entire

rectangle.

Fold

This side is the

cover and back

page to be glued

into the Faith

Folder.

The opposite side

will be pages

1 and 10 once

the book is

assembled.

This side is for

pages 2 and 9.

The opposite

side will be pages

3 and 8 once the

book is

assembled.

Fold

114

This side is for

pages 4 and 7.

The opposite

side will be

pages 5 and 6

once the book is

assembled.

Fold

Cut around

the entire

rectangle.

Page labels to be cut out and

glued onto outer edges of each

page.

Order of Pages

1. Wisdom 2. Understanding 3. Knowledge 4. Counsel 5. Fortitude 6. Piety 7. Fear of the Lord 8. The Spirit 9. Gifts of the Holy Spirit 10. Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Wisdom & Understanding

Knowledge & Counsel

Fortitude & Piety

Fear of the Lord & The Spirit


115




Page 6

Page 5 Page 4

Solomon could have asked God for anything, but he asked for

wisdom.

Give your servant, therefore, an understanding heart to judge

your people and to distinguish right from wrong...So God said to him,… “I give you a heart so wise and understanding that there has

never been anyone like you up to now, and after you there will

come no one to equal you.” 1 Kings 3:9,11-12

The story of Jesus healing the paralytic and speaking to the

crowd shows how Jesus helped the people understand God’s

ways.

Jesus immediately knew in His mind what they were thinking to themselves, ... “But that you may

know that the Son of Man has authority to forgive sins on

earth” –He said to the paralytic, “I say to you, rise, pick up your

mat, and go home.”

Mark 2:8-9

The Proverbs speak about the blessings of knowledge that

comes from God.

For the Lord gives wisdom, from His mouth come

knowledge and understanding;…Then you will

understand rectitude and justice, honesty, every good

path; For wisdom will enter your

heart, knowledge will please your soul.

Proverbs 2:6,9-10

The story of the Pharisee and the Publican is an example of true

piety.

Two people went up to the temple area to pray; one was a Pharisee and the other was a tax collector.

The Pharisee took up his position and spoke this prayer to himself, “O God, I thank you

that I am not like the rest of humanity…” But the tax collector stood off at a distance and would

not even raise his eyes to Heaven but beat his breast and prayed, “O God, be merciful to

me a sinner.” I tell you, the latter went home justified, not the

former; for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be

exalted.

Luke 18:10-14

David showed great fortitude and courage when he fought

against Goliath.

David answered him: “You come against me with sword and spear and scimitar, but I come against you in the name of the Lord of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel that you have insulted.

Today the Lord shall deliver you into my hand; I will strike you

down…thus the whole land shall learn that Israel has a God. All this multitude, too, shall learn that it is not by sword or spear

that the Lord saves.

1 Samuel 17:45-47

Psalm 32 shows us how God

will guide us and be our counsel.

I will instruct you and show

you the way you should walk, give you counsel and watch

over you. Do not be senseless like horses or mules; with bit

and bridle their temper is curbed, else they will not

come to you.

Psalm 32:8-9

116


Psalm 112 speaks about

Fear of the Lord

Happy are those who fear the Lord, who greatly

delight in God’s commands. Their

descendants shall be mighty in the land, a

generation upright and blessed. Wealth and

riches shall be in their homes; their prosperity

shall endure forever.

Psalm 112:1-3

But a shoot shall sprout from the stump of Jesse, and from his roots a bud

shall blossom.

The spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him: a

spirit of wisdom and of understanding,

A spirit of counsel and of strength, a spirit of

knowledge and of fear of the Lord, and his delight shall be the fear of the

Lord.

Isaiah 11:1-3

“The gifts of the Holy Spirit help us by making us more alert to

discern and more ready to do the will of God.

The gifts of the Holy Spirit enable us to catch the breath of the Holy

Spirit, moving the ship of our soul much faster and farther than we could ever sail it by using the

virtues ourselves.

The power of the Holy Spirit, which our ship catches by

unfolding the sails of the gifts, enables us to do even things that are humanly impossible. It is the

gifts of the Holy Spirit in the souls of the saints that explain

the seemingly impossible things in their lives.”

The New St. Joseph Baltimore

Catechism, p. 65-66

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“Fruits of the Holy Spirit in Scripture” Graduated Pages Mini-Book

This graduated pages mini-book focuses on examples of the Fruits of the Holy Spirit found in sacred scripture.

We have included both colored and black and white options for this book.

There is one page for each fruit of the Holy Spirit plus two additional pages for other information.

Cut out each set of pages for the graduated pages book and fold on the dotted lines. The pages will then fit into one another. Secure the pages together by running a small bead of glue along the inner fold of the page and inserting the next page set or staple together in the crease once all pages are together.

Each flap or layer is to be labeled with the names of the fruits to be found inside the corresponding pages. These labels are page 124 or 152. These are to be cut out and glued onto the edge of the corresponding page.

We have included the scripture verses in: o colored, pre-printed boxes to be cut out and glued into the booklet. o white, pre-printed boxes you can print on the paper color of your choice and then cut out and glue into the

booklet. o White, lined-text boxes for you to write the scripture (ours or your own) and then cut out and glue into the

booklet. o You may also write or color directly on the pages of the book, if desired.

The last page of the booklet includes a picture. We have included a few options for this picture on page 129.

122

The Fruits of the Holy

Spirit in Scripture


Faith Folder.

Cut out

around the

entire

rectangle.

Fold

This side is the

cover and back

page to be glued

into the Faith

Folder.

The opposite side

will be pages

1 and 14 once

the book is

assembled.

This side is for

pages 2 and 13.

The opposite

side will be pages

3 and 12 once

the book is

assembled.

Fold

123

This side is for

pages 4 and 11.

The opposite

side will be

pages 5 and 10

once the book

is assembled.

Fold

Cut around

the entire

rectangle.

This side is for

pages 6 and 9.

The opposite side

will be pages 7

and 8 once the

book is

assembled.

Fold

124

Faithfulness & Patience

Mildness & Joy

Chastity & Benignity

Modesty & Charity

Long-Suffering & Peace

Goodness & Continence

The Holy Spirit

Page labels to be cut out and glued

onto outer edges of each page.

Order of Pages

1. Faithfulness 2. Patience 3. Mildness 4. Joy 5. Chastity 6. Benignity 7. Modesty 8. Charity 9. Long-Suffering 10. Peace 11. Goodness 12. Continence 13. Fruits of the Holy Spirit 14. Fruits of the Holy Spirit

Fruits of the Holy Spirit

125

These are the text boxes to be cut out and glued into the corresponding pages of the “Fruits of the Holy Spirit”

Graduated Pages Book. The pages are indicated for each box.

Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 6 Page 5 Page 4

Daniel showed great faithfulness to God when he was put in the

lion’s den.

Daniel answered the king: “O king, live forever! My God has sent His

angel and closed the lions’ mouths so that they have not hurt

me. For I have been found innocent before Him; neither to

you have I done any harm, O king!”

Daniel 6:22-23

The Beatitudes show mildness.

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of Heaven.

Blessed are they who mourn, for they will be comforted.

Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the land.

Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be

satisfied. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be

shown mercy. Blessed are the clean of heart, for they

will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they

will be called children of God. Blessed are they who are prosecuted for

the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of Heaven. Matthew 5

Abraham had great patience as he followed God’s plans and God

rewarded him with many descendants.

But Abram said, “O Lord God,

what good will Your gifts be, if I keep on being childless and have

as my heir the steward of my house, Eliezer?”…He took him

outside and said, “Look up at the sky and count the stars, if you can. Just so,” he added, “shall

your descendants be,” Abram put his faith in the Lord…

Genesis 15:2-6

St. Paul’s letter to the

Roman’s speaks of a joy from God. It is this joy that

fills and sustains us.

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace

in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the

power of the Holy Spirit.

Romans 15:13

In his letter to the Corinthians, Paul speaks to the people

about our bodies being temples, guiding how we

should treat ourselves and others.

Do you not know that you are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwells in you? If

anyone destroys God’s temple, Got will destroy that

person; for the temple of God, which you are, is holy.

1 Corinthians 3:16-17

The story of the Good Samaritan is an example of

benignity, showing kindness to others.

But a Samaritan traveler who

came upon him was moved with compassion at the sight…The

next day he took out two silver coins and gave them to the

innkeeper with the instruction, “Take care of him.”…Which of these three, in your opinion, was neighbor to the robbers’

victim? He answered, “The one who treated him with mercy.” Jesus said to him, “Go and do

likewise.”

Luke 10:33-37

126


Jesus’ lesson on prayer speaks

about modesty and how we present ourselves to others.

When you pray, do not be like

the hypocrites, who love to stand and pray in the

synagogues and on street corners so that others may see them. Amen I say to you, they

have received their reward. But when you pray, go to your

inner room, close the door, and pray to your Father in secret. And your Father who sees in

secret will repay you.

Matthew 6:5-6

Corinthians show us how to love, to be charitable.

Love is patient, love is kind. It

is not jealous, [love] is not pompous, it is not inflated, it is

not rude, it does not seek its own interests, it is not quick-tempered, it does not brood

over injury, it does not rejoice over wrongdoing but rejoices

with the truth. It bears all things, believes all things,

hopes all things, endures all things. Love never fails….So

faith, hope, love remain, these three; but the greatest of these

is love.


Hannah longed to have a child and prayed for many years.

She showed long-suffering as she waited for God to answer

her prayers.

“O Lord of hosts, if you look with pity on the misery of your handmaid, if you remember me

and do not forget me, if you give your handmaid a male

child, I will give him to the Lord for as long as he lives;”…Eli

said, “Go in peace, and may the God of Israel grant you what you have asked of Him.” She replied, “Think kindly of your

maidservant,” and left. She went to her quarters, ate and drank

with her husband, and no longer appeared downcast.

1 Samuel 1:11-18

127


Matthew’s gospel shows us God’s great care over us so

we may have peace.

Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what

you will eat [or drink], or about your body, what you

will wear. Is not life more than food and the body

more than clothing? Look at the birds in the sky; they do not sow or reap, they gather nothing into barns, yet your Heavenly Father feeds them. Are not you more important than they? Can any of you by worrying add a single

moment to your life-span?

Matthew 6:25-27

Jesus gave his disciples a new commandment about how He wanted us to treat others, with

goodness and love.

My children, I will be with you only a little while longer. You will look for me, and as I told

the Jews, “Where I go you cannot come,” so now I say it

to you. I give you a new commandment: love one

another. As I have loved you, so you also should love one another. This is how all will

know that you are My disciples, if you have love for

one another.”

John 13:33-35

Jesus’ words about watchfulness reminds us the

importance of continence and control of our actions.

But of that day or hour, no one knows, neither the angels in

Heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. Be watchful! Be

alert! You do not know when the time will come. It is like a

man traveling abroad. He leaves home and places his

servants in charge, each with his work, and orders the

gatekeeper to be on the watch. Watch, therefore; you do not

know when the lord of the house is coming, whether in

the evening, or at midnight, or at cockcrow, or in the morning.

May he not come suddenly and find you sleeping. What I

say to you, I say to all: “Watch!”

Mark 13:32-37

128

Page 13 Page 14 “But the fruit of the Spirit

is, charity, joy, peace, patience, benignity,

goodness, longanimity, mildness, faith, modesty,

continency, chastity.”

Galatians 5:22 From the Latin Vulgate Bible,

Dousy-Rheims translation

“Some of the effects in us of the gifts of the Holy

Spirit are the fruits of the Holy Spirit and the

beatitudes.”

The New St. Joseph Baltimore Catechism

Page 66

The Fruits of the Holy Spirit

129

These are the picture options for the last page of the “Fruits of the Holy Spirit” Graduated Pages Mini-Book. Choose a

picture, color and/or label, if needed, cut it out and glue it into the mini-book.

130

The Fruits of the Holy

Spirit in Scripture


Faith Folder.

Cut out

around the

entire

rectangle.

Fold

This side is the

cover and back

page to be glued

into the Faith

Folder.

The opposite side

will be pages

1 and 14 once

the book is

assembled.

This side is for

pages 2 and 13.

The opposite

side will be pages

3 and 12 once

the book is

assembled.

Fold

131

This side is for

pages 4 and 11.

The opposite

side will be

pages 5 and 10

once the book

is assembled.

Fold

Cut around

the entire

rectangle.

This side is for

pages 6 and 9.

The opposite side

will be pages 7

and 8 once the

book is

assembled.

Fold

132

Faithfulness & Patience

Mildness & Joy

Chastity & Benignity

Modesty & Charity

Long-Suffering & Peace

Goodness & Continence

The Holy Spirit

Page labels to be cut out and glued

onto outer edges of each page.

Order of Pages

1. Faithfulness 2. Patience 3. Mildness 4. Joy 5. Chastity 6. Benignity 7. Modesty 8. Charity 9. Long-Suffering 10. Peace 11. Goodness 12. Continence 13. Fruits of the Holy Spirit 14. Fruits of the Holy Spirit

Fruits of the Holy Spirit

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Daniel showed great faithfulness to God when he was put in the

lion’s den.

Daniel answered the king: “O king, live forever! My God has sent His

angel and closed the lions’ mouths so that they have not hurt

me. For I have been found innocent before Him; neither to

you have I done any harm, O king!”

Daniel 6:22-23

The Beatitudes show mildness.

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of Heaven.

Blessed are they who mourn, for they will be comforted.

Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the land.

Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be

satisfied. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be

shown mercy. Blessed are the clean of heart, for they

will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they

will be called children of God. Blessed are they who are prosecuted for

the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of Heaven. Matthew 5

Abraham had great patience as he followed God’s plans and God

rewarded him with many descendants.

But Abram said, “O Lord God,

what good will Your gifts be, if I keep on being childless and have

as my heir the steward of my house, Eliezer?”…He took him

outside and said, “Look up at the sky and count the stars, if you can. Just so,” he added, “shall

your descendants be,” Abram put his faith in the Lord…

Genesis 15:2-6

St. Paul’s letter to the

Roman’s speaks of a joy from God. It is this joy that

fills and sustains us.

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace

in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the

power of the Holy Spirit.

Romans 15:13

In his letter to the Corinthians, Paul speaks to the people

about our bodies being temples, guiding how we

should treat ourselves and others.

Do you not know that you are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwells in you? If

anyone destroys God’s temple, Got will destroy that

person; for the temple of God, which you are, is holy.


The story of the Good Samaritan is an example of

benignity, showing kindness to others.

But a Samaritan traveler who

came upon him was moved with compassion at the sight…The

next day he took out two silver coins and gave them to the

innkeeper with the instruction, “Take care of him.”…Which of these three, in your opinion, was neighbor to the robbers’

victim? He answered, “The one who treated him with mercy.” Jesus said to him, “Go and do

likewise.”

Luke 10:33-37

134


Jesus’ lesson on prayer speaks about modesty and

how we present ourselves to others.

When you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, who love

to stand and pray in the synagogues and on street corners so that others may

see them. Amen I say to you, they have received their

reward. But when you pray, go to your inner room, close the door, and pray to your Father in secret. And your Father who sees in secret

will repay you.

Matthew 6:5-6

Corinthians show us how to love, to be charitable.

Love is patient, love is kind. It is not jealous, [love] is not pompous, it is not inflated, it is not rude, it does not seek

its own interests, it is not quick-tempered, it does not brood over injury, it does

not rejoice over wrongdoing but rejoices with the truth. It bears all things, believes all

things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love

never fails….So faith, hope, love remain, these three; but the greatest of these is love.


Hannah longed to have a child and prayed for many years.

She showed long-suffering as she waited for God to answer

her prayers.

“O Lord of hosts, if you look with pity on the misery of your handmaid, if you remember me

and do not forget me, if you give your handmaid a male

child, I will give him to the Lord for as long as he lives;”…Eli

said, “Go in peace, and may the God of Israel grant you what you have asked of Him.” She replied, “Think kindly of your

maidservant,” and left. She went to her quarters, ate and drank

with her husband, and no longer appeared downcast.

1 Samuel 1:11-18

135


Matthew’s gospel shows us God’s great care over us so

we may have peace.

Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what

you will eat [or drink], or about your body, what you

will wear. Is not life more than food and the body

more than clothing? Look at the birds in the sky; they do not sow or reap, they gather nothing into barns, yet your Heavenly Father feeds them. Are not you more important than they? Can any of you by worrying add a single

moment to your life-span?

Matthew 6:25-27

Jesus gave his disciples a new commandment about how He wanted us to treat others, with goodness and

love.

My children, I will be with you only a little while

longer. You will look for me, and as I told the Jews, “Where I go you cannot come,” so now I say it to

you. I give you a new commandment: love one another. As I have loved you, so you also should love one another. This is

how all will know that you are My disciples, if you

have love for one another.”

John 13:33-35

Jesus’ words about watchfulness reminds us the

importance of continence and control of our actions.

But of that day or hour, no one knows, neither the angels in

Heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. Be watchful! Be

alert! You do not know when the time will come. It is like a

man traveling abroad. He leaves home and places his

servants in charge, each with his work, and orders the

gatekeeper to be on the watch. Watch, therefore; you do not

know when the lord of the house is coming, whether in

the evening, or at midnight, or at cockcrow, or in the morning.

May he not come suddenly and find you sleeping. What I

say to you, I say to all: “Watch!”

Mark 13:32-37

136

Page 13 Page 14 “But the fruit of the Spirit

is, charity, joy, peace, patience, benignity,

goodness, longanimity, mildness, faith, modesty,

continency, chastity.”

Galatians 5:22 From the Latin Vulgate Bible,

Dousy-Rheims translation

“Some of the effects in us of the gifts of the Holy

Spirit are the fruits of the Holy Spirit and the

beatitudes.”

The New St. Joseph Baltimore Catechism

Page 66


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138


139


140

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Pockets Full of Gifts and Fruits

On pages 123-124 you will find pieces to create two “pockets” to be glued into the Faith Folder. There is one for the

Gifts of the Holy Spirit and one for the Fruits of the Holy Spirit.

Each pocket will hold a set of hearts with the names of the gifts and fruits on them. To practice and encourage

growth in the virtues, the child can draw out a heart and work to practice the drawn virtue for that day, week, or

designated period of time.

The hearts can be covered with clear contact paper or self-laminating sheets for extra durability.

Another option would be to print two copies of each set and play a matching game with the hearts.

Cut out the each pocket around the outer edge. The pockets are glued into the Faith Folder on the outer edges of

the sides and bottom only. This allows for the hearts to be inserted and removed easily.

Cut out each heart and store in the corresponding pocket.

142

Fear of the

Lord

obedience

A

Pocket

Full of

Gifts Fortitude

Counsel

Wisdom

Piety

Knowledge

Understanding

143

A

Pocket

Full of

Gifts Fortitude

Counsel

Wisdom

Piety

Knowledge

Understanding

Fear of the

Lord

144

obedience

A

Pocket

Full of

Fruits

Faithfulness

Mildness

Continence

Chastity

Goodness

Joy

Modesty

Peace

Long

Suffering

Charity

Patience

Benignity

145

A

Pocket

Full of

Fruits

Faithfulness

Mildness

Continence

Chastity

Goodness

Joy

Modesty

Peace

Long

Suffering

Charity

Patience

Benignity

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Living My Own Gifts of the Holy Spirit Mini-Book

This booklet is a template for the child to write about his/her own understanding, experience and struggles

with the Gifts of the Holy Spirit.

The pages of the book are to be cut out, assembled and glued into the Faith Folder. What is put on the

pages is really up to you and the child.

We have included blank pages in addition to pre-printed pages with questions and space for answering.

Living My Own

Gifts of the

Holy Spirit

147

Cut out each page, stack together and staple on the side or top, as desired. The back side of the last page will

be glued into the Faith Folder.

Living My Own

Gifts of the

Holy Spirit

My favorite gift of the Holy

Spirit is

because

.

is the gift

of the Holy Spirit easiest for

me to live out because

.

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is the gift

of the Holy Spirit that is

hardest for me to live out

because

.

The gift of the Holy Spirit I

most need to develop is

.

I will do this by

.

Dear God,

Thank you for the gift of

.

Dear God,

I need to develop the gift of

. Please

help me

.

149

These are the blank pages for the Living My Own Gifts of the Holy Spirit Book. Print additional copies, as needed.

150

Living My Own Fruits of the Holy Spirit Mini-Book

This booklet is a template for the child to write about his/her own understanding, experience and struggles

with the Fruits of the Holy Spirit.

The pages of the book are to be cut out, assembled and glued into the Faith Folder. What is put on the

pages is really up to you and the child.

We have included blank pages in addition to pre-printed pages with questions and space for answering.

Living My Own Fruits of the

Holy Spirit

151

Cut out each page, stack together and staple on the side or top, as desired. The back side of the last page will

be glued into the Faith Folder.

Living My Own Fruits of the

Holy Spirit

My favorite fruit of the Holy

Spirit is

because

.

is the

fruit of the Holy Spirit

easiest for me to live out

because

.

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is the

fruit of the Holy Spirit that

is hardest for me to live out

because

.

The fruit of the Holy Spirit I

most need to develop is

.

I will do this by

.

Dear God,

Thank you for the fruit of

.

Dear God,

I need to develop the fruit of

. Please

help me

.

153

These are the blank pages for the Living My Own Fruits of the Holy Spirit Book. Print additional copies, as needed.

154

Novena to the Holy Spirit Prayer Book

This is a novena to the Holy Spirit found on the internet; credit to the author is included.

Cut out the pages, stack together and staple at the top. The back of the last page will be glued into the

Faith Folder.

You may also choose to print up a novena of your own.

Novena to the

Holy Spirit

Help Me Get to Know You

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Novena to the

Holy Spirit

Help Me Get to Know You

DAY 1: HELLO

O Holy Spirit, I begin this Novena by admitting that I do not KNOW you. I

know about You, from what I have been told. I have been told how God the

Father, my Creator, and God the Son, my Savior, sent You God the Holy Spirit, to

be with me. To comfort me, be my advocate, sanctify me.

MUSCLE BUILDER

I am ashamed, after all You have done for me, that I have never taken the time to learn how to open my heart and let You

in.

It is my hope, at this moment, that You will give me the STRENGTH to be

DETERMINED and PERSEVERE, and to constantly have You as my companion. I

KNOW how weak I am since I have had other good intentions and failed. I failed in the past because I did not realize it is

You who must provide me with Your seven spiritual gifts.

Your gift of FORTITUDE will give me the STRENGTH I need to complete this

Novena.

Instill in me, O Holy Spirit, Your gift of FORTITUDE so I can carry on, to do

what I must to, to complete this Novena. Amen.

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DAY 2: I'M SORRY

O Holy Spirit, my curiosity has tempted me to begin reading this second day of

my Novena instead of spending this time trying to learn to listen to Your

promptings. I always know better than my teacher and did not think it would make any difference. I do not let You

guide me because I do not KNOW how to listen to You. In fact, I do not even listen to those who have had the experience of

learning how to listen.

WAKE ME UP

Give me Your gift of COUNSEL by reminding me numerous times during

this day to talk to You as I would talk to my very best human friend.

COUNSEL me by reminding me to swell on these thoughts of my first and second

day of this Novena.

GIVE ME A SHOVE

Remind me, O Holy Spirit, to express my gratitude to You who have given me so much. My faith, my hope and ability to

love. My home, friends, relatives and the fact I have life.

Do not let me be one of the nine lepers who did not return to show gratitude. Thank You, O Holy Spirit, thank You.

DAY 3: GET IT!

Already You are giving me, O Holy Spirit, an UNDERSTANDING of how I

must spend this moment thinking about You in my heart. You are beginning to

let me UNDERSTAND that simply reading this information will not release

Your grace. I am beginning to realize Your gift of UNDERSTANDING comes to

me from You, when I take the time to accept Your COUNSEL. For this

realization and the gifts You have given me, thank You, O Holy Spirit.

AND LEAD US NOT INTO __________

Please do not lead me into temptation, O Holy Spirit! Do not put me to the test that I must prove to You my faith, by making

me wait longer to experience Your presence, if for only one second. This

single second of knowing that You are in my heart will increase my faith. O Holy

Spirit, I do believe; help my unbelief.

Make me UNDERSTAND the only reason I am starting this third day of getting to

know You is through and with the FORTITUDE You have provided.

If I listen to my pride, I would think I am

doing it all by myself.

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DAY 4: POSSESSED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT

When I look back just these three days, I am beginning to be able to see how my

life with You will be much richer as I willingly permit You to take possession of me. This ability to see as You see, to the extent You wish for me to see at this moment, is Your gift of KNOWLEDGE.

Who, O Holy Spirit, in heaven or on earth, possesses the KNOWLEDGE that

is Yours and Yours alone?

Why do I spend so much time seeking mere information from others when You

are so willing and anxious to give me this gift I need. If only I would take time

to listen to You.

Why do I put so much importance on worldly things - things that do not have a mere fraction of the power You have? Why do I spend so much time gathering

things when Jesus promised me the Father would provide? What good would it do a man if he gained the whole world

and suffered the loss of his soul?

Why do I spend so little time listening to You? Is it my lack of faith? Help me to

UNDERSTAND. Show me the way. Lead me, O Kindly Light.

DAY 5: THE CREATOR, THE REDEEMER, THE SANCTIFIER

Have you ever heard of anyone who created, or claimed to have created, a soul, as your

Father in heaven has done for you and millions and millions of times over?

Have you ever heard of any creature who has paid the price for a soul in sin, and won salvation for them, as Jesus did for you and

millions of others? I am the Holy Spirit, the Third Person of the Trinity. Just as no one other than the Father

has the power to create, from nothing, a soul, and just as no one other than the Son

has the power to pay the great price for salvation, no one other than I, the Holy Spirit, has the power to sanctify you.

My child, no one else can explain, teach or give to you My gifts of Knowledge,

Understanding, Counsel, Wisdom, Fortitude, Piety and Fear of the Lord.

I alone can sanctify you and make you worthy to enter Heaven. When you accept these gifts, I will reward you with peace,

happiness and joy in this life as well as the next. Give Me a chance, have faith in Me, ask

Me your questions. Many of these questions, I have put into

your thoughts as a way of leading you. Keep pondering these questions until I give you the answer. Prove to Me your faith. Do not

give up. Ask for My gift of FORTITUDE - but never give up. Your time has not come to

know the answer to some of these questions. I want you to prove your faith to Me.

You want to know how to recognize the Holy Spirit when I talk to you? I am the only one who can answer this question. Never stop

listening for My answer.

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DAY 7: OUT OF ORDER?

Your soul was created to be attracted to Me like steel to a magnet.

If you do not take time to learn to listen to Me, my child, you will become confused, as many others have.

The confused try to satisfy their magnetic attraction to Me with worldly

things. Some express their confusion by other delights, but this is not the peace I

offer you.

The confused not only destroy their bodies and minds, but also their souls.

The confused cannot tell the difference between relaxation of the body and the

reward of My peace to their souls.

The confused have refused to listen to Me. All human creatures have been

given this right, to refuse to listen. All were created with a will that is free. A

free will to choose their Creator or reject Him.

If you learn to listen to Me, I will relieve you of your many anxieties and fears.

Your doubts and frustration will be resolved. You will have Peace.

Your will is free. Choose to make it My will.

DAY 6: COME

If you take the time to learn to listen to Me, I will give you My gift of PIETY. This

gift will make you want to be near and close to Me. This gift, if you use it, will bring you to ecstasy in My intimacy.

This gift will make everything easy for you, but will not interfere with your free

will.

I will give you so much. Give Me your appreciation and gratitude.

I AM PEACE When you learn how to dismiss all distractions and think only of Me in

your heart, you will experience Peace. I, your God, My Holy Spirit, is in the midst of this peace you experience. The more

undivided attention you focus on Me, the greater and deeper this peace will

become.

This peace surrounds Me. I am Peace. You will recognize My presence by this

peace.

Do not make the mistake so many others do. Relaxation of the body is not peace.

Peace, My peace that only I can give, is of the soul.

Your gratitude to Me will increase my gifts to you. Just as you give more to

those who appreciate you.

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DAY 9: COMMON SENSE

The only other spiritual gift You offer to us if we listen, O Holy Spirit, is the

greatest of all Your gifts. Your gift of WISDOM. This gift of WISDOM is the highest compliment man can receive.

Your gift of WISDOM endows us with the ability to use all Your other six spiritual

gifts in their exact proper proportion.

The baker is wise, O Holy Spirit, when he does not use too much of any one

ingredient in his cake. The ability to use each of Your spiritual gifts of

KNOWLEDGE - UNDERSTANDING - COUNSEL - FORTITUDE - PIETY and

FEAR OF THE LORD in exactly the right proportion is the gift or gifts. The gift of

WISDOM.

END OF THE BEGINNING

This is the ninth day, O Holy Spirit. My intended Novena is completed. I must

recognize the fact You gave me the FORTITUDE to persevere, the strength

that made it easy. You gave me the determination to succeed as You will in everything You prompt me to do, if only

I take time to listen for Your gift of FORTITUDE.

DAY 8: LOVE - FEAR

No one, O Holy Spirit, not even You,

can cite and occasion that could arise in my life here on earth that cannot be more than satisfied by

Your seven gifts.

My love for You, O Holy Spirit, increase as I learn to listen to You KNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTANDING and COUNSEL. My love grows as I

experience the FORTITUDE and PIETY You give to me.

Increase in me, O Holy Spirit, Your

gift of FEAR OF THE LORD so that I will love You so much I cannot offend

You out of FEAR of losing You.

Thank You, O Holy Spirit, for Your infinite love.

I know Your great love for me by the mere fact that You, the Father and Son, created me and gave me life.

Just as I love what I have accomplished, You also love what

You have accomplished. IT IS GOOD.

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CONCLUSION

NEVER STOP TRYING

THE HOLY SPIRIT DEMANDS FAITH

MAN INVENTED TIME

TIME MEANS ABSOLUTELY

NOTHING TO GOD

THIS NOVENA CANNOT BE EXHAUSTED

EVERY TIME YOU MAKE THIS NOVENA, THE HOLY SPIRIT

WILL ADD TO IT

WHEN YOU PRAY, YOU TALK TO GOD

WHEN GOD TALKS TO YOU,

DO YOU LISTEN?

I shall take time to reminisce on my early

childhood and each year up to the present time, to the best of my ability, with Your help and KNOWLEDGE, O

Holy Spirit. I shall dwell on the past few months in particular. You will let me

UNDERSTAND how You have been in my life daily, even though I was not

aware of it. How You gave me the grace of Your seven gifts and how often I threw

them away by neglecting to use them. How, on many occasions, Your gifts

were there and I did use them, but in my pride, thought that I did it all by myself.

But, why does it have to end? Why

should it end?

If I have not experienced Your close presence in my heart, I shall start over for another nine day, if You will only

give me the FORTITUDE.

If I have experienced Your loving presence in my heart, I will jealously

preserve it. Relive it. Practice listening daily. A perpetual Novena.

My hope and prayer is that I will grow

into the habit of experience Your presence every moment of my

consciousness.

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This novena was written by

George E. Schulhoff Apostles of the Holy Spirit

2709 Woodburn Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45206

After you use the gifts given to those who listen, you're rewarded with the

fruits of the Spirit. And they are worth working for:

CHARITY JOY

PEACE PATIENCE

FAITH MODESTY

CONTINENCE CHASTITY BENIGNITY GOODNESS

ENDURANCE MILDNESS

And remember, the fruits listed above

come from the use of the gifts, which are no small things in themselves:

FEAR OF THE LORD UNDERSTANDING

WISDOM KNOWLEDGE FORTITUDE COUNSEL

PIETY

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Assembly of Faith Folder

This Faith Folder will require two file folders .

Open and unfold the first file folder. Refold so the outside edges fold inward to meet evenly in the middle. Repeat

with the second file folder.

Place the two refolded file folders side by side. Open the right flap of the first folder and the left flap of the second

folder and glue together on the outer sides to join the two folders and create the double Faith Folder.

Original file

folder

Unfolded/opened file folder Refolded

with side

flaps for

cover.

Folder

#1

Folder

#2

Open these two

flaps and glue

together on outer

sides to create the

double Faith

Folder.

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Assembly of Faith Folder Components

Gifts of the

Holy Spirit

Fruits of the

Holy Spirit

Wisdom

Novena

to the

Holy

Spirit

Prayer

Book

Front Cover

Back Cover

Fully opened double Faith Folder

Far left flap Far right flap

C E N T E R F L A P S E E P A G E 140

Fear of

the

Lord

Knowledge

Under-

standing

Piety

Fortitude Counsel

Long

Suffer-

ing

Charity Patience

Conti-

nence

Joy Chastity

Goodness

Modesty

Benign-

ity

A Pocket

Full of

Fruits

The Fruits

of the

Holy

Spirit in

Scripture

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Left side of center flap

Right side of center flap

Opposite side of far left flap

Opposite side of far right flap

A Pocket Full of

Gifts

The Gifts of the

Holy Spirit in

Scripture

Faithfulness

Mildness

Peace

Pope John Paul II

Prayer Scroll

Living My Own

Gifts of the Holy

Spirit

St. Augustine Prayer Scroll

Living My Own

Fruits of the

Holy Spirit

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Sample Photos

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Open and closed Gifts of the Holy Spirit Mini-Books Open and closed Gifts of the Holy Spirit Mini-Books

Prayer Scrolls Open and closed Gifts and Fruits of the Holy Spirit in Scripture Mini-Books

Living the Gifts and Fruits of the Holy Novena Prayer Book Spirit Books

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