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Prayer for Peace

When the news is filled with stories of war and violence, children and adults alike may feel overwhelmed and helpless. Download and share a prayer card with this peace...

The Intricacy of Family

Family: “…an intimate community of persons bound together by bIood, marriage, or adoption for the whole of life.” (A Family Perspective in Church and Society, United States...

Catechist Development Article: Helping Children and Families to Pray

Enrich the catechesis of children by encouraging family prayer. A helpful Catechist Development article entitled Prayer: Helping Children and Families to Pray includes...

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10 Service Projects Children Will Love eBook

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5 Tips for Teaching the Mass eBook

Catholic Virtues Series: Empathy and Comfort

“Twelve Years a Slave” was on television recently and I found it no easier to watch the second time around. The same heartache enveloped me as scenes of brutality, suffering,...

9 Tips for First Time Catechists eBook

Download an exclusive eBook offering nine helpful tips to first time catechists as they embark on their first year of teaching Religion Education classes.

“Crayons:” An Article for Parents

With the back-to-school season quickly approaching, families and children are preparing to reenter the autumn routine of school and Religious Education classes.

Catholic Virtues Series: Loyal Loved Ones

“Wherever you go, I will go…” (Ruth 1:16) These words from Ruth to her mother-in-law, Naomi, encapsulate the bond between two women from divergent families and backgrounds.

Forgiving Ourselves

One of the best lessons I learned about forgiveness came from a juggler. Several years ago, while preparing to give a talk on time management, I interviewed a juggler about...

Catholic Virtues Series: The Contagion of Joy

I love how Pope Francis has resurrected the concept of joy. In his encyclical, Evangelii Gaudium (The Joy of the Gospel), he emphasizes the importance of gladness as part of...

Catechist Development Article: Using Storytelling with Children

Explore the importance and benefit of using storytelling to engage and educate children. A helpful Catechist Development article entitled Using Storytelling with Children...

Catholic Virtues Series: The Legacy of Generosity

When I got the email about Ray’s death, my heart sank. It wasn’t a surprise, as the cancer in his system was depleting his energy and slowly draining the life out of him....

7 Spiritual Practices for Everyday Life

There is a nice parallel between the strength and stamina built in the body through physical workouts with that of the soul. I am often asked to speak to groups of...

Catechist Resource: Summer School for Junior High

Sadlier’s We Live Our Faith program for 7th and 8th graders can be taught in a summer session format ideal for a youth ministry setting. Using the Student and Catechist...

How Catechists' Can Use Sadlier’s We Believe as a Summer Edition

Sadlier’s We Believe Program can be taught during a two-week summer session using a special summer guide. Printable Summer School Sessions allow parents and catechists to...

Catechist Development Article: Passing on the Faith Takes Collaboration

Read why and how all of Jesus’ disciples must work together to pass on the faith. This helpful article for catechists and families includes suggestions for implementation...

Catholic Virtues Series: The Value of Cooperation

A few weeks ago I mentioned the training my husband, Ron, had been doing for a 50-mile ultra-marathon. The race has been run and Ron finished in good measure, even winning...

Catechist Development Article: Connecting to the Family

Read about six ways that faith grows and matures within the context of everyday family life in a catechist development article entitled Connecting to the Family. The article...

Catholic Virtues Series: Creativity

“How many of you are creative?” The question generally draws only a smattering of positive responses at one of my women’s retreats. Those answering yes typically describe...

Prayer Before the Blessed Sacrament

As Catholics, we pray before the Blessed Sacrament. Our prayers show Jesus our love and devotion for him. Share this printable Prayer Before the Blessed Sacrament prayer card...

Mother’s Day Reflections

She was the last one off the plane. In addition to the toddler she hoisted on one arm, the diaper bag thrown over the other, and the two large plastic bags she dragged...

Talking Points for Confirmation Sponsors

It can sometimes be difficult for sponsors of candidates preparing to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation to know where to begin in guiding a young person through the...

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