When I was young, my family had a Nativity set that I loved. As a little girl, the first thing I would do when setting up the crèche was to […]
The Magi and me: Bringing gifts to Jesus
Bless us, O Lord!
“Bless us, O Lord, and these thy gifts, which we are about to receive …“ Why do we pray over our meals? Because we, as a community of believers, learned […]
“Smells and bells”
Every Catholic is familiar with the sights, the sounds and even the smells that adorn the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Glowing candles, ringing bells and the aroma of incense […]
Meals strengthen families: Why eating together matters
My dad would often say, “My family — we put ‘fun’ in dysFUNction.” And, he’s right. We’re a family made up of all of the same stuff that has affected […]
Seize the moment
Family life is hectic. Yet no matter how chaotic your life, each day presents opportunities to talk about your Catholic faith and pass on your family’s values. God is with […]
