Emily Molitor reflects on the writings of Mother Teresa to show us how, in the role of wife and mother, we can become Mother Teresa in everyday family life.
Read More »Bruce Springsteen is Right (About Some Things, At Least)
The New York Times hails Bruce Springsteen as a champion of conscience, but shouldn't everyone else's conscience count just as much as his?
Read More »Domestic Sanctification: Lessons from St. Zita of Lucca
St. Zita, patron of homemakers, can help us love our families, find Christ in our chores, and complete our work each day in peace and joy.
Read More »How to Start ‘Lectio Divina’ (Divine Reading) in 2 Simple Psalms
Fr Mark Wenzinger introduces us to the basic idea and practice of 'lectio divina', the ancient practice of reading Scripture aloud. Start off small!
Read More »War Wounds: Does Jesus Still Bear the Marks of the Passion?
Thomas' act of belief for Resurrection raises a question: the presence of wounds in Jesus' glorified body. John Clark explores what that can mean for us.
Read More »Robin Hood: The Ideal of a Good, Noble & Happy Heart
Robin Hood's story has been often retold, but Dr Mitchell Kalpakgian digs into his original character, and uncovers the ideal of a good and joyous heart.
Read More »5 Ways to Keep the Easter Spirit Alive in Your Homeschool!
We have a harder time observing Easter than we do with Lent. Amanda Evinger shares 5 ideas to keep the spirit alive through family crafts & activities!
Read More »Gift of Witness: The Life-Changing Impact of a Good Catholic
MaryAnn Dudley knows just how powerful authentic Catholic living can be; she shares personal stories to showcase the impact we make by living good lives.
Read More »3 Ways This Stay-at-Home Mom Keeps a Happy Home
Winter often makes family life harder. Emily Molitor grapples with the long lonely days, and shares three ways she's discovered to nurture a happy home.
Read More »Incredible: Today’s Event Will Not Happen Again Until 2157!
Today presents a liturgical 'difficulty': it marks Good Friday and the traditional date of the Annunciation. John Clark unpacks this once-in-lifetime event!
Read More »Kindergarten to Christendom: A Dewey Homeschool Tale
'It's simple: we need Christendom College.' Homeschoolers Douglas and Leni Dewey have10 children, and with Christendom, they keep building Christ's Kingdom.
Read More »How to Teach our Kids Good Citizenship Through Volunteering
Volunteering is a fantastic way to teach children about living out the Faith. Homeschool mom Karena Tapsak shares 3 ways she fits it into the schedule!
Read More »Holy Homeschool! From Carmelite Novice to Homeschool Mom
Amanda Evinger tried religious life, but it wasn't her vocation. Now as a homeschool mom of 3 kids, she applies her experiences as a novice in daily life!
Read More »Sense and Insensibility: Should I Look for Signs and Miracles?
John Clark has hoped for a sign from God, and 'known' that he shouldn't expect one. Until it actually happens... Perhaps his perceptions were wrong before.
Read More »4 Family Ideas to Help You Celebrate the Jubilee Year of Mercy
Gina Berrios has assembled a whole host of ideas for you and the family to enter more deeply into the Year of Mercy, with fun activities for kids!
Read More »Simple Hospitality: Show Your Love By Sharing a Meal
Mary Ellen Barrett shows how easy it can be to teach hospitality to children. Whether with friends or family, a meal is the quickest way to show love.
Read More »Using Lent as a Chance to Explain Suffering & Death to a Child
Witnessing two infant funerals raised plenty of questions among Emily Molitor children. It sparked some beautiful discussions and personal reflections.
Read More »Entertaining During Lent: Meatless Meal Ideas for a Crowd
Meatless meals are a challenge, especially for a crowd in Lent. Patricia Purcell shares her list of go-to recipes for an easy and palate-pleasing resource!
Read More »A Strange Adventure: St Patrick’s Curious Childhood
Dr Mary Kay Clark dips into St Patrick's early life; though many know of him as the bishop who drove out the Irish snakes, few know about his childhood.
Read More »Relax with Scripture: Pope Emeritus Benedict’s Summer Reading Suggestion
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI shares a summer reading suggestion: relax with Scripture, and explore books of the Bible that you've never read before.
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