Why Is Jesus in the Microwave?: Funny Stories from Catholic Classrooms

By Mary Kathleen Glavich and Snd Mary Kathleen Glavich

At a certain parish the tabernacle was a wide rectangle set into the wall. One day the primary children were learning about the Mass. At the end of the lesson, Sister asked, "Does anyone have any questions?"

With furrowed brow, a child inquired,

"Why does Father put Jesus into the microwave?"

Kids. You never know what they're going to say next

As educators in America's Catholic classrooms, The Sisters of Notre Dame are no strangers to hilarious mix-ups, priceless mispronunciations, and innocent mistakes like this one. Now they're sharing their over 125-year treasury of funny stories and anecdotes in Why is Jesus in the Microwave?

These real-life episodes cover everything fromprayer -- "O my God, I am partly sorry."to morality - "Maybe I lie a little bit, but nobody's perfect."to schoolwork -- "Dear Joe, if you die, can I have your report card?"to holidays -- "And where was Baby Jesus born?" "In a haystack."And lots more

Priest or teacher, parent or grandparent, or anyone needing to lose themselves in funny and wholesome stories will enjoy Why is Jesus in the Microwave? It is a joyful reminder that laughter is a gift from God.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1612788521
• ISBN13: 9781612788524
• Release Date: March 2015
• Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.3" x 6.8"