"Congratulations for the nice and positive lines about the book!"

+ Romulo G. Valles, D.D.

Archbishop of Davao

"Congratulations for your new book on the veneration of the Saints and their relics!"

+ Socrates B. Villegas, D.D.

Archbishop of Lingayen-Dagupan

BUY THE BOOK ONLINE!

http://www.stpauls.ph/books/Inspirationals/more-precious-than-gold/

"Ang ganda at madami akong natutunan."

Rev. Fr. Rey Hector Paglinawan

Parochial Vicar, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish, Project 6

Diocese of Cubao

"I was glad to see your book on the relics of saints, and immediately grabbed a copy. It is a very handy reference on the said topic, and I believe a first in Philippine publication. Congratulations!"

Mr. Michael P. Delos Reyes

Author, PRUSISYON: Paghahanda at Pagdiriwang

Claretian News

Claretian Communications Foundation, Inc. launched its newest title MORE PRECIOUS THAN GOLD:  A Catechism on the Veneration of the Saints and Their Relics by Dave Ceasar Dela Cruz last April 2, 2013 at the Blessed John Paul II Parish (Holy Family Chapel) at Eastwood City. 

The event was made even more meaningful with the celebration of the Eucharist commemorating the death anniversary of Blessed John Paul II and the display of his relics.
 
Author Dave Ceasar Dela Cruz presents his research on the Saints and their relics that has resulted in this handbook of information suited for Catholics and non-Catholics of all ages. More Precious Than Gold explains the Communion of Saints, what is a Saint, what are relics, what is the process of canonization, as well as liturgical celebrations and devotions. Utilizing Sacred Scriptures, ancient and modern Traditions, Church Teachings and the Liturgy, he offers remarkable answers in the field of Hagiography, the study of Saints.

The author is a professional licensed teacher and a mandated catechist. He studied the Sacred Liturgy at the Paul VI Institute of Liturgy specializing in relics of the Saints and the liturgy. He completed his post-graduate studies at the Graduate School of Liturgy at San Beda College, Manila. Currently, he works as the vice postulator for the Cause for Canonization of Blessed Ivan Merz.

MORE PRECIOUS THAN GOLD is now available at the Claretian Bookstore at 8 Mayumi St., U.P. Village, Diliman 1101, Quezon City. Call the Bookstore at 924-6835 or Marketing at 921-3984 for bulk orders.  The book is also available at leading Catholic Bookstores and all National Bookstore and Powerbooks branches nationwide. Suggested Retail Price is PHP120.00.

"It is a very good book."

Fr. Jose V.C. Quilongquilong, S.J.

Rector, Loyola House of Studies
Philippine Province of the Society of Jesus

"A very informative read that will enlighten us regarding the gift of saints and relics 

in the Church, and why they help draw us closer to God!"

Ms. Ilsa B. Reyes

Author, Healing through the Sacrament of Reconciliation

and Healing through Mary's Embrace

Ilsa B. Reyes is a full-time Church worker called to inner healing, intercession, and media. She wrote Affirmation and Healing Treasures and Inner Child Treasures. She co-hosts Salitang Buhay over DZMM Teleradyo 630 khz a.m. station, channel 26 Skycable, Sundays, 9:00-10:00 PM with Fr. Bel San Luis, SVD and Fr. Jerome Marquez, SVD, and is facilitator of the ARISE Integrative-transformative seminar-workshops. She has a Christian CD called The Treasure.

Book Launching: More Precious Than Gold

Prayers and love!

More Precious Than Gold is available in all National Bookstore and other Catholic Bookstores

Dean Dr. Martin, Fr. Ariston Sison and Fr. Arnel Recinto

The author with Ms. Ilsa Reyes, a renowned author and radio anchor

With Bro Jess Matias, editor and renowned author of books on Padre Pio

Asst. Director Fr. Ed and Director Fr. Dennis of Claretian Communications Foundation

Photos courtesy of Sem. Dinky Nievera of the Diocese of Novaliches

MORE PRECIOUS THAN GOLD

April 2, 2013

Blessed John Paul II Parish, Eastwood City