“Very often it is grandparents who ensure that the most important values are passed down to their grandchildren, and many people can testify that they owe their initiation into the […]
Grandparent’s Day
Is the front of the church the right place for a family?
It all happened really quickly. The pacifier flew out, and the screaming started. In my haste to vacate the pew, I tripped over the kneeler and knocked the cane of […]
Faith talk for families: Spiritual works of mercy
Questions to talk about at home during meals or at bedtime, or in the car. How does your family practice forgiveness? Who could use your family’s care and comfort this […]
The liturgical year: A journey with Jesus
There probably aren’t many people who wish you Happy New Year in November! But sometimes the last Sunday of November actually is the beginning of the new year in the […]
My Favorite Holiday
Holidays are subjective. My wife and kids say Christmas is their favorite holiday. My sister-in-law is crazy about Halloween. My other sister-in-law gets defensive if anyone claims there’s a holiday […]
