Afraid of Confession? Time to Come Home
By Robyn Lee
“Why are people so afraid of going to confession?”
I could tell that this question resonated with my confirmation class because there were...
An Examination of Conscience using the New Testament
JARED DEES
In preparation for the sacrament of penance and reconciliation, most of us use an examination of conscience inspired by the Ten Commandments in...
The Source and the Summit
Sharing the bold, clear teaching of the Eucharist
LYNN WEHNER
In the Catholic faith, few things are more clearly stated than the central teaching...
Saints & Sacraments: John Vianney, a patron for Holy Orders
BARBARA YOFFIE
The humble and holy St. John Vianney is one of the most beloved priests in the history of the Catholic Church. He...
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...
The Covenant of a Sacramental Marriage
Exploring this truth with teens
BECKY GROTH
Marriage in the Catholic Church is a covenant. However, a case can be made that many people,...
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.
Old and New Testament Connections to the Priesthood
Introduce Bible-based backstories
BECKY GROTH
Sometimes to understand the importance of something, a little bit of backstory is necessary. To deepen our teens’ understanding...
Holy Orders: The Mission of Christ Continues
The what and why of the ministerial priesthood
Christopher Klofft
In announcing the advent of the kingdom of God, Jesus made sure that there would...
Confirmation: A 6-minute video from Catholic Central
The who, what, and why of the sacrament of Confirmation, told succinctly and with humor. Suitable for all ages.
From the team at Catholic Central.
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