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 »Forbidden Curiosity: The Ancient Virtue of ‘Studiosity’ for Today
The past is rife with men consumed by a curiosity for forbidden secrets. Dr Mitchell Kalpakgian explores the forgotten virtue of 'studiosity' as a solution.
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 »How Homeschooling Actually Saved Me From Depression
Sarah Rollins, a homeschool mom for 12 years, shares her pain over losing a child, and how homeschooling helped her - and her 9 children - rediscover joy.
Read More »How a Technophobe Mom Uses Technology in Homeschooling
Patricia Purcell doesn't always 'get' technology in homeschool. But it can be valuable, especially with all of today's options. Here are 6 ways she uses it!
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 »The Tears of Things: Aeneas, The Trojan Model of Humanity
Inspired by the epic of Aeneas, survivor of the Trojan War and father of Rome, Dr. Mitchell Kalpakgian shows how tears and tragedy can deepen our humanity.
Read More »6 Simple Steps to Manage Meltdowns with Calm and Confidence
Tantrums and meltdowns seem to be a common reaction in many young children. Abby Sasscer walks you through her 6 simple steps to manage these meltdowns.
Read More »A Mom’s 3 Responses to the “I Could Never Homeschool!” Mentality
Homeschooling mom Elizabeth Turajski combats the “I Could Never Homeschool” Mentality, with 3 Reflections on the Purpose of Homeschooling.
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 »Happy as Kings: How Do You Fall in Love with Life?
Being in love with life is more than a childhood game. Dr Mitchell Kalpakgian shows that a healthy heart finds ways to keep alive our passion for life.
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 »‘Bless me Father, I’m on Vacation’: Finding the Silver Lining
Mary Ellen Barrett doesn't like vacations. But the rest of the family does, so she looks for the silver lining - and surprises herself. Be inspired too!
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.
Read More »A Public School Teacher’s Decision to Homeschool
Christina Patterson was a public school teacher unsure about homeschooling. But having her first child changed her mind, and she's glad she's come home!
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