Planning for Valentine’s Day and Lent
February is a short month, and it quickly flies by—even with an extra day this year! Make sure you plan for both Valentine’s Day on 2/14 and Ash Wednesday, also […]read more
February: Month of the Holy Family
During February, the Church honors the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. Catholics focus on the gifts we receive from our families—especially love and forgiveness. Encourage your families to […]read more
February: Black History Month
February is Black History Month in the United States. Along with November, which is Black Catholic History Month, this observance presents opportunities to learn more about the history and influence […]read more
Find and Follow Saintly Role Models
Good role models aren’t hard to find! All we need to do is point to the saints in Heaven and learn from them. Learn about some of the saints whose […]read more
Honoring Trinity and Jesus’ Divinity
It seems appropriate that during the week following The Baptism of the Lord, we honor Saint Hilary of Poitiers (January 13). At Jesus’ baptism, the voice of the Father is […]read more
Saints, Feasts, and Poverty Awareness
Keep track of holy days, feast days of saints, and Church observances with our Saints and Feasts Calendar. If a saint is remembered in the day’s Mass, you’ll find it […]read more
Celebrate Christmas Time
While many people put Christmas behind them on December 26, Christmas Time has just begun and continues through the Baptism of the Lord on January 8. Here are a few […]read more
Honoring Mary During Advent
As we prepare for the celebration of the birth of Jesus, it’s appropriate that we celebrate two significant feasts that honor Mary, his mother. The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception […]read more
Jolly Old Saint Nick . . . and More
Celebrating the feast day of Saint Nicholas, patron saint of children and model of generosity, is part of many and varied traditions throughout the world. As the precursor to Santa […]read more
Advent Activities
Advent begins next Sunday 12/3. Plan now to make it a meaningful time of preparation for the celebration of Christmas. It can be challenging to help children appreciate and observe […]read more
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