Fed by the Lord

Leonard J. DeLorenzo, PhD, is a faculty member of the McGrath Institute for Church Life and teaches theology at the University of Notre Dame. The award-winning author of nine books and the editor of three others, Leonard also speaks across the country and world on topics like discernment, biblical catechesis, character development, and the spirituality of the saints. Leonard is the creator and host of the popular radio show and podcast Church Life Today. He and his wife Lisa live in South Bend, Indiana, with their six children. You can find Leonard on his website, leonardjdelorenzo.com, and subscribe to his weekly newsletter at bit.ly/lifesweetnesshope.

• ContentsIntroduction 11  The Human Being and the Garden(Gen 2:4-9, 15-17)   92  The Forbidden Fruit(Gen 3:1-10)   233  The Passover(Exod 12:1-20)   354  The Manna(Exod 16:1-35)   445  The Prophet’s Strength(1 Kgs 19:1-21)   526   The Abundant Bread(2 Kgs 4:42-44)   617  Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand(Mark 6:30-44)   698  Jesus Turns Water to Wine at Cana(John 2:1-11)   799  Jesus Is the Bread of Life(John 6:25-38, 41-42, 48-58)   8710  Jesus Institutes the Eucharist at the Last Supper(Luke 22:1-2, 14-20)   10011  Jesus Redeems the Two Bound for Emmaus(Luke 24:13-37)   11012  Jesus Renews His Disciples on the Seashore(John 21:1-14)   120Epilogue  127

"Fed by the Lord is an indispensable guide for parents, caregivers, and educators seeking to ground sacramental preparation in the heart of Scripture. Combining rich exegesis with sensitively calibrated teaching guides, this much-needed book forms parents for the vital but often intimidating task of inviting children into eucharistic encounter with the God who nourishes and sustains us. In so doing, it beckons children and parents alike to look with new eyes at the holy work of sharing a meal. I look forward to using it with my own children as they prepare for First Communion."Susan Bigelow Reynolds, Assistant Professor of Catholic Studies, Candler School of Theology, Emory University