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Friday, March 29, 2024

Advent and Christmas: Light in the Darkness

"O house of Jacob, come, let us walk in the light of the LORD!" (Isaiah 2:5)

Light Comes into a Dark World: The Day Star Lesson and Craft

There is a joke that goes like this: "Light travels faster than sound. That's why some people appear to be bright until you hear them speak." This shows how much we interpret light in more than material forms.

Celebrating Saint Catherine Laboure

Miraculous Medal Feast day: November 28

Celebrating Saint André Bessette

Servant of Others Feast Day: January 6

A Lent-Easter Wreath

A Lent-Easter wreath can help students pray through Lent—the same way an Advent wreath helps students pray through Advent—and celebrate Easter.

Saint Kateri Tekakwitha: Native American Saint — July 14

On October 21 this year, Kateri Tekakwitha, a Native American woman from New York, will be canonized a saint. Kateri trusted in God at all times, even when people were against her. She is an example of faith for our lives today.

Seeking Simplicity: Ideas for Lenten Activities

"'Tis a gift to be simple."

Celebrating Saint Hedwig of Poland—February 28

Queen Who Cared Feast Day: February 28

Stones and Blooms for Lent and Easter

Halfway through Lent is a good time to help students think about their Lenten resolutions and renew the spirit of Lent.

To Celebrate Confession

Lent is called a "penitential" season. During these weeks, we become prayerfully aware of our weaknesses and sins and do penance.