As a new school year begins, it’s a good opportunity to establish what children may or may not know. In religious education, this means starting with the basics: How familiar […]
Nine months ago, Catholics celebrated the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception—that feast day that honors the fact that God freed Mary from the stain of all sin, from her conception […]
It can be easy to fall into the trap of negativity, looking at the dark, divisive side of things. Share the Offer It Up! activity page to find a way […]
Ordinary Time spans 33 Sundays in the Catholic Liturgical Year, however, it may be the season that Catholics know the least about. We know why we celebrate Advent, Lent, Easter, […]
The more children are familiar with words from the Bible and the Mass, the more confidence they will have to participate in class and during the Liturgy. Every school year, […]
Can you imagine taking a test on the homily and readings each week after Mass? The idea of testing children on what they’ve learned in religion class may make catechists […]
Families will gather in Dublin, Ireland, this August 21–26, for the World Meeting of Families. Pope Francis will join the celebration for the Festival of Families on August 25 and […]
On December 8, we celebrate the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This week, on August 15, the Catholic Church celebrates the Assumption of Mary. Mary lived free of sin […]
Fresh haircut and new shoes? Check. Backpacks and lunches? Check. In the flurry of getting ready for back to school, don’t forget to take a moment to center your family […]
What helpful words can you offer a new catechist who may be doubting his or her abilities? Catechist and author Carole M. Eipers, DMin, offers encouragement to the new volunteer […]
