Give Thanks for Family
Families around the world will gather for all of the celebrations of Christmas—from Christmas Day through Epiphany. The Holy Family is a model to all Christian families. Before they sit […]read more
Celebrate the Holy Family
The Church considers the Feast of the Holy Family to be a “movable feast,” which means that it can be celebrated whenever the Pope determines. The dates are announced from […]read more
Christmas Quiz
As often as we hear the story of the birth of Jesus Christ, some children may not have all of the details down quite right. Get them up to speed […]read more
Happy Birthday, Jesus!
The Incarnation of Jesus is something people work to understand their entire lives, so it’s not surprising that young children won’t fully grasp its significance and meaning. But they do […]read more
Longing for Jesus: The O Antiphons
Starting on Sunday, December 17, Catholics recite a weeklong series of evening prayer verses referred to as the O Antiphons. An antiphon is not exactly a prayer; it’s a verse […]read more
Hanukkah Begins
As Christians enter the second week of Advent, our Jewish friends and neighbors begin Hanukkah, the eight-day Festival of Light that commemorates the rededication of the Jerusalem Temple in 165 […]read more
Celebrate the Seasons
Nearly every day during Advent and Christmas marks a saint’s day or other feast day in the Church. Help children understand the importance of several of these celebrations with free […]read more
Happy New (Church) Year!
The First Sunday of Advent marks the beginning of a new Liturgical season in the Church and the start of a new Liturgical Year. This week, Catholics move to Cycle […]read more
Praying Along with Pope Francis
Invite the children in your classroom and home to pray along with Pope Francis and others in the universal Church for Pope Francis’ monthly prayer intention. In December, he asks […]read more
Get Ready: Advent Is Coming
In the flurry of pageants, presents, and holiday preparations, Advent can become anything but the peaceful, contemplative season it’s meant to be. Even children feel the rush and frenzy. You […]read more
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David Dziena is the Publisher of Pflaum Publishing Group. He has also served as Executive Editor and […]
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