LENT: A Time to Grow Closer to God
A prayer service for youth
DEANNA BARTALINI
The season of Lent is upon us. This prayer service is written for middle school- and high school-aged youth....
Celebrating Saint Hedwig of Poland—February 28
Queen Who Cared
Feast Day: February 28
Your Faith as Salt of the Earth
We are called to be salt of the earth. We are sent to be Christ's light in the world.
Celebrating Saints: Paula Montal—February 26
PATRICIA MATHSON
Paula Montal was the oldest of five children who lived with their mom and dad by the sea in Spain. When she was...
Baptism: Celebrate New Life!
A prayer service for youth or adults
DEANNA BARTALINI
Baptism is about belonging, new life, and promises. It is the beginning of our life in Christ...
Bible Candy Valentines
JESSICA GORDON
Just as the spiritual toil of the Christian life guarantees a heavenly reward, students will enjoy this simple teaching craft that offers a...
Teaching the Sacraments: The Heart of the Matter
The Seven Sacraments make up a central and unifying aspect of our Catholic Christian identity.
Crafts for Catechesis: Seven Sacraments Stained-Glass Window
JESSICA GORDON
This fun and colorful craft provides an excellent opportunity to teach children more about the sacraments instituted by Jesus Christ and how they...
A Confirmation Boot Camp Model
SARAH REINHARD
For quite a few years, I heard complaints about how confirmation classes were required and there was no way to get out of...
Advice from a Master Catechist: Help from a Wise Patron—St. John Bosco’s example
Question: I need a patron saint for my new role as a youth leader and catechist. Please help! — Nervous but willing
Sr. Brittany Harrison,...
