Ginny’s Gems

Dr. Brendan McGuire explains why the study of history is an essential part of preparing a student for a well-lived life.

Christine Smitha says homeschooling is more than developing intellect and urges moms to put on the Armor of God to protect our children's spiritual lives.

Dom Alban Baker observes that the maternal heart, essential and unseen, is that which gives life to her family. Truly the woman is the heart of the family.

Is there still time to save a generation of children from public schools? Ginny Seuffert's clarion call for Grandma to help homeschool their grandchildren.

How can we hope to protect our family from the ghastly sins of today? John Clark offers three simple Marian devotions to get you started right now.

Stephen Canale, Admissions Rep at Northeast Catholic College, talks with Seton graduates on the reasons they chose NCC and why they flourish there.

Dr. Mitchell Kalpakgian draws from Homer, Chaucer, and Robert Frost to show how a creative touch can transform daily work into a labor of love.

Getting children to focus on their studies can be a challenge during the warming days of Spring. These are some of the ways our family embraces the season.

Raising children today is not easy, but homeschooling mom Blythe Kaufman explains a simple and gentle support for our children on their path to holiness.

Don't let life pass you by! Abby Sasscer learns the secret to lasting joy and peace amidst life's daily struggles...amidst daffodil's dancing in the wind.

Amanda Evinger, tries to spend her homeschooling days giving glory to Almighty God, who is so gracious in endowing His children with talents and gifts.

Dr. Clark introduces Blessed Anna-Maria Taigi, who is a sign of encouragement and a sympathetic heavenly intercessor for wives and homeschooling mothers.

Detachment begins with viewing material goods as gifts from God, but does it end there? Emily Molitor considers what it means to be truly detached.

Patricia Purcell considers the array of activities available to homeschoolers and encourages families to answer socialization questions with confidence.

Leaders in Orwell’s and Huxley’s worlds fear beauty. Dr Mitchell Kalpakgian uses Hopkins’ poetry to reveal why: it has power to lift heart, mind, and soul.

While home for spring break, Anna Eileen was reminded that sibling fun and study time don’t mix, but these four simple strategies can minimize distractions.

John Clark examines the court case involving the Little Sisters of the Poor and concludes that, at this moment in time, they are the conscience of America.

No time to pray? Teresa Collins reminds us that activities in our busy lives are precisely the opportunities to turn toward God in intimate conversation.

Suzanne Tombs was running out of time for her son's Confirmation Preparation but was inspired to serve it with nightly desert and make it a family affair!

Mary Donellan says parents can find in homeschooling the unique opportunity to fully foster their children's desire to discover their God-given vocations.