For Pope Francis, his favorite treat is the humble empanada, the popular, hearty portable meal for workers brought to South America by Spanish settlers.
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Mother Marianne, in the language of truth and love, worked tirelessly for her patients, the poor suffering from leprosy, even Saint Damien in his last days.
Read More »Peg Dolls for Saint Lucy’s Day – December 13
A fun craft for both boys and girls and even younger children, saintly peg dolls make it easy to teach about the lives of the saints we are celebrating.
Read More »Simple Tips on Starting Your School Year Well
Cubbies and a rolling cart are some of Mary Ellen's simple tips to get your homeschool year off to a great start. It's a short read but rich in advice.
Read More »Grateful for A Helping Hand: A Seton Family’s Journey
Navigating a plan for your child with different academic needs is stressful but Seton believes all children deserve the best Catholic education possible.
Read More »A Helping Hand: Ask and Receive from Seton’s Special Services
Seton Special Services can help children with learning difficulties succeed academically by working with families and making modifications in the courses.
Read More »In the Schoolroom – Plant a Mary Garden
Why not create a little beauty in a corner of your yard this year using some plaster and flowers to honor Our Lady. Editor Mary Ellen Barrett shows you how.
Read More »Saint Peter the Apostle Fisher of Men, Rock of the Church
Peter was a simple man, not wealthy or educated yet called by Christ to establish the church on earth. How does that speak to what we are called to do?
Read More »Put Some Spark In Your Summer!
Add some spark to the summer! Encourage your children in their interests so they can refine their gifts, bless the world, and lead more souls to heaven.
Read More »In the Schoolroom: Lilies for St. Joseph Craft
This hand print paper lily is a sweet craft to keep little hands busy and is perfect to decorate your Saint Joseph statue or altar and later used at Easter.
Read More »A Lenten Guide for Homeschool Moms
This Lenten guide was written for homeschooling moms short on free time but long on their desire to please God and grow closer to him. Free Download Below.
Read More »200 Advent Crafts and Activities for Catholic Homeschoolers
Updated for 2024 - Mary Ellen Barrett shares 200 ideas, crafts, and activities for your Advent calendar with books and activities for saint and feast days!
Read More »St. Cecilia – A Life Dedicated to God
Patroness of music and musicians, St. Cecilia is one of only seven women, including the Blessed Virgin Mary, listed in the canon of the Roman Catholic Mass.
Read More »St. Vincent de Paul – Apostle of Charity
It was hearing the deathbed confession of a peasant that inspired Vincent de Paul to begin a lifetime of aid to the disadvantaged and bring souls to Christ.
Read More »Seton Home Study School 2020 School Supply List
We’ve compiled a few printable lists of school supplies, separated by grade, of general homeschool supplies and equipment. We hope these lists help you get your homeschool set up and running smoothly.
Read More »What Does the Best Homeschool Space Look Like?
After years of homeschooling and configuring many different homeschool spaces, Mary Ellen shares her insight and these moms and their spaces, seem to agree.
Read More »Are You Called to be A Mentoring Mom?
Seton is ready to help you be a Mentoring Mom, helping friends and family, new to homeschooling, by sharing your trusted insight and hands-on experience.
Read More »This Crucifix Art Project is Perfect for Small Children
These simple activities will help occupy your small children while helping draw them into the sacred. And as a bonus, they make for a quick clean up.
Read More »Glory of Spring Sun Catcher Welcomes the New Season
This simple craft uses bits and pieces of nature collected hither and yon and says, Easter is coming my friends and the joy of the Resurrection is at hand.
Read More »50 Survival School Life Hacks Keep Kids Busy and Moms Happy
Mary Ellen has practical tips and a house full of fun activities to keep you and the kids on top when circumstances threaten to turn your world upside down.
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