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...
A Family Together: Children of God Activity Page
When we are baptized, we become children of God. As we grow,
we learn more and more about what it means to be a child of
God. We learn to think like a child of God, to speak like a child
of God, and to act like a child of God.
Discover some of the ways we behave as children of God. Above
each number, place its corresponding letter. When you finish,
on the lines below, write some other ways you show you are a
child of God.
Activities for Exploring the Mass
The Mass calls us together as a community. We were created to give praise and glory to the God who loves us without end. We remember all that God has done for us.
Baptism: Celebrate New Life!
A prayer service for youth or adults
DEANNA BARTALINI
Baptism is about belonging, new life, and promises. It is the beginning of our life in Christ...
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...
‘That He May Raise Them Up and Save Them’
Help students discover the beauty of the Anointing of the Sick
LYNN WEHNER
The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is about healing, renewal, and...
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...
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...
Catholic IQ —Test Your Knowledge of the Sacraments
David O'Brien
Here’s a 20-question quiz on the Sacraments. It contains sample questions such as:
The sacrament of Penance is also known as _____________.
___________...
Heart Inspirations Craft
A craft to remind us to pray for marriages
SARA JONCKHEERE
Teach students about matrimony and the importance of praying for marriages with this stained glass-effect craft....