“Thank you,” I whispered as I stood under the painting of Our Lady of Guadalupe that has been in my bedroom for most of my life, tears streaming down my cheeks. At that exact moment, my father was in the living room making his first confession and receiving the Eucharist for the first time in …
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Each week, we go to Mass as a family. And after Mass, I sometimes wonder if going to Mass was even worth the time, because most of it felt like we were corralling kittens! Here are some awesome tips and tricks to prepare and get the most out of weekly Mass. 1. Get the readings …
There are a lot of distractions in our culture today (cell phones, iPads, laptops, the “need” to be busy, etc.) which have unfortunately seeped into the family meal. The kids are distracted, the parents are distracted and tired after working all day, so there is not a set meal time. Everyone eats whatever they can …
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Whether you turn into a beach bum in the warm weather or you’re more of a mountain climber, there are plenty of incredible pilgrimage destinations to visit right here in the United States. Here are eight of our favorites! 1. Ave Maria Grotto in Cullman, Alabama Always wanted to visit the Holy Land but can’t …
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Father Leo Patalinghug is a Catholic priest, a professional chef, a third-degree black belt, and a former break dancer. But despite his incredible resume, Father Leo didn’t grow up in the perfect family situation. His father often worked late, and his mother had to keep up with him and his three siblings. To make matters …
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Wish you had time to put together a liturgically themed feast day menu, but barely get around to shopping? Don’t worry. There’s a subscription box for that. Always wanting to support Catholic artisans but never know where to start browsing? There’s a subscription box for that, too. Or maybe you wish you had the time …
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Parenting today comes with a lot of responsibility and an overwhelming amount of choices. Don’t believe me? Take a stroll down the baby aisle at your local grocery store and be prepared to be shocked by the sheer amount of diaper brands new parents can pick from. But parents aren’t only called to clothe, diaper, …
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With doctor visits, baby showers, swelling, stress, joy, and a growing belly that come with pregnancy, it’s easy to forget to prepare yourself spiritually to welcome your newborn little baby into the world. That’s why Éline Landon crafted maternal reflections and Scripture passages. Her new book helps Catholic moms prayerfully live each month of pregnancy …
No matter how crazy and hectic your life is, you still need to pray. Here are ten prayers you can pray regardless of how full your schedule is. Pray them at the stoplight, while you’re pouring your morning coffee, or while putting the kids to bed. 1. “Jesus, I trust in you” Found at …