7 Tips for Teens (and Everyone Else) to Get the Most Out of Mass
Helping others experience heaven on earth
ERIC GROTH
If we really understood the Mass, we would die of joy.”
I love this. St. John Vianney nailed it.
He...
Let us Give Thanks to the Lord our God!
DEBORAH McCANN
The second half of the Mass, the Liturgy of the Eucharist is short—but so very full of meaning! We watch the priest do...
The Sunday Gospel for April and May
Catechist readers looking for our downloadable PDF for The Sunday Gospel for April and May 2019 have come to the right place.
Click on this...
Take This Ring: Teaching the Sacrament of Matrimony to Middle Schoolers
by Kate Ristow
For an activity that will help students understand the interrelationship between friendship and choosing a marriage partner, see the end of...
Blessings and Beatitudes: Paths to Peace and Happiness
by Jeanne Heiberg
A blessing is when I’m aware that God favors me.
It’s something very good.
Good health…good finances…good friends.
Something they say when you sneeze.
A...
Preparing for First Holy Communion Prayer Service
A short prayer service to conclude preparation before the big day
MARC CARDARONELLA
The Eucharist is the ultimate sacrament of initiation. Some might think that role...
Making the Mass More Meaningful
Bridging the gap between head and heart
JARED DEES
We have a two-part responsibility as catechists: We must educate the mind, but we must also inspire...
Forgive and Forget
We confess because of what Jesus said.
SUSIE LLOYD
You know you’re a Catholic geek when you not only have a favorite sacrament, but you also...
Peeps from Sheep: Ash Wednesday (2 minute animated video)
Peeps From Sheep #3 - Sheep Crossing from Catholics Come Home on Vimeo.
To Celebrate Confession
Lent is called a "penitential" season. During these weeks, we become prayerfully aware of our weaknesses and sins and do penance.
