Effective Teaching: Practicing the Works of Mercy Right in the Classroom
Reflecting, acting, and praying with mercy
JARED DEES
Jesus said, “Go and learn the meaning of the words, ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice’” (Matthew 9:13). Many...
Prayer Puzzles
Help children memorize common prayers
SARA JONCKHEERE
Memorized prayer has an important place in our Catholic faith, but memorization can be a challenge for students, especially...
We Gather To Pray: Prayers for Times of Trouble or Sadness
When tragedy strikes, Catholicism shines
MARC CARDARONELLA
There’s no avoiding it. No matter who you are or where you live, at some point you will have...
Living the Liturgical Year: Our Lady of Lourdes, February 11
Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us!
CONNIE CLARK
Do you know someone who is sick? God sent Our Lady of Lourdes to show how...
Washed Clean
A soap craft to accompany a lesson on forgiveness and reconciliation
BY SARA JONCKHEERE
Making soap is an easy craft, and it’s the perfect way to...
Calming Nerves Before Going to Confession
On examining Jesus’ message of forgiveness and mercy
BECKY GROTH
I went to confession a few weeks back, and as I knelt down, I heard the...
Teaching Baptism
Lesson ideas and tips
WILLIAM O'LEARY
Experience isn’t the best teacher when it comes to teaching Baptism to children and young people (and most adults). How can...
Examination of Conscience Ideas
Possible variations
JARED DEES
While preparing students to participate in the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation, it is customary to supply them with a set of...
Yes You Can—Teach About Sacraments: The Beginning of Our Christian Journey
Help students connect with their own Baptisms
LYNN WEHNER
Baptism is first and foundational. It is where it all begins for our Christian journey. And it...
Crafts for Catechesis: Baptism Welcome Cards
Help support the families of the newly baptized
SARA JONCKHEERE
You have asked to have your child baptized. … Do you clearly understand what you are...
