Evangelization by Sequins
I called her The-Lady-Who-Sits-in-the-Pew-in-Front-of-Us. She was there every Sunday at the 10:15 a.m. Mass, about eight rows from the altar on the pulpit side of the church. Whether…
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Hometown Prophet
Sometimes, sharing our faith in our own communities can be one of the biggest challenges we face as evangelizers – even Jesus struggled as a hometown prophet. When…
The Biggest Challenge of Teaching High School Theology
All teachers have their challenges, and religion teachers are no different. But beyond the usual problems of apathy and lack of diligence there is another all-important obstacle. Unlike…
Parental Guidance Required
Life automatically comes with a PG (Parental Guidance) warning when we live as active Christians. Our children are surrounded by media that is saturated by sex, violence, drugs,…
10 Tips for Being a More Joyful Mother
Ever run into a mother who was filled with joy? Not just when a new baby is welcomed home, but amidst the day to day life of being…
10 Tips for Teaching Your Children to Pray
As the mother of five children, finding time to pray can be a distinct challenge. Another daunting task on my plate? Teaching my children how to pray. 1.…
Teaching Why We Do It
As parents, what we need to do is teach our children to love and serve God through their Catholic faith. Why? It is our God-given responsibility. How? Learn…
Our Number One Priority
What’s the most important thing you want to give your children? A college education? A generous inheritance? How about eternal happiness in heaven with God? Consider what…
Feast of the Holy Family
Readings for December 30, 2012: Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph Every year right after Christmas, we celebrate the feast of the Holy Family. …
Fielding Hot Potatoes: Mothers as Evangelists
The time: A weekday morning The place: A parish church The scene: A young mother, holding her baby and leading several older children, is leaving the church after…