Understanding Sacraments with Poetry
Some of the most important things in our lives are things that we cannot see. Using poetry can help us grasp the invisible treasures of the Sacraments.
Baptism: More than Washing Away Original Sin
Many generations of Catholics have thought that washing away Original Sin is the reason for Baptism.
Making a Good Confession (video + suggested resources)
This video will be helpful for teens and adults.
Note the suggestions at the end for ways to prepare for confession:
1. Examination of Conscience
2. Litany...
Advice from Master Catechists—January 2014
Master catechists answer questions from readers.
Parishes Implementing a Children’s Liturgy of the Word
By Lisanne V. Jensen
Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLW) programs are a growing trend at many parishes across the country. During CLW, young children...
The Eucharist Unites Heaven and Earth
A Craft to Support a Lesson on the Eucharist
Sara Jonckheere
Jesus is truly present in the Eucharist. We hear it over and over, and we...
Preparing for First Reconciliation
KATHY KLEINLEIN
It's 1957 and you are seven years old. You stumble into a tiny dark closet, fumbling around for the kneeler so you don't...
Teaching the Sacraments with Digital Creativity
Computers, laptops, smartphones, tablets, interactive whiteboards, apps, blogs, and tweets: Technology is part of our everyday lives at home, in school, and in the parish. Technology is here to stay, and it can be a great gift in ministry!
Celebrate Baptism as Children of God Craft
SARA JONCKHEERE
Through Baptism we become children of God and are claimed for Christ. While many of our students do not remember their own Baptism,...
Each Priest is a Jacob’s Ladder (a 2-min video explaining the vocation to the...
Bishop Robert Barron ordains Dominican priests in this short video that captures some of the actual ordination, as it offers a call to the...
