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Comparison of Family Formation, Image of God Series
Your shortlistChurch of Saint PaulFamily Formation

A family-based catechetical program that equips parents to pass on the Catholic faith to their children. It combines monthly parish gatherings with weekly home lessons.

Ignatius PressImage of God Series

A print religion series for grades K–8, listed here for homeschool use. Student books are accompanied by teacher manuals.

PublisherChurch of Saint PaulIgnatius Press
CategoryHomeschool religionHomeschool religion
AgesGrades K-6Grades K-8
FormatPrint parent guides, home lesson packets, and parish leader materialsprint
SessionsMonthly parish meetings with weekly home lessons25 to 31 lessons per grade
Price (as published)$60.00 / family per yearStudent Book $10.95-$23.95 retail; Teacher/Catechist Guide $29.95-$59.95 retail
Spanish editionyesno
Leader guideParish leader materials include outlines for monthly parent teachings and classroom lessons, while parent guides provide step-by-step instructions for home lessons.Teacher/Catechist Guides include reduced student pages, Catechism cross-references, resource binder worksheets, liturgical lessons, prayer service ideas, and family discussion topics.
Last updated2026-10-152026-10-15
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