Advice from a Master Catechist: Help from a Wise Patron—St. John Bosco’s example
Question: I need a patron saint for my new role as a youth leader and catechist. Please help! — Nervous but willing
Sr. Brittany Harrison,...
Living the Liturgical Year: Feast of St. John Bosco, January 31
Want to Be a Saint? St. John Bosco says it’s easy!
CONNIE CLARK
What do you think of a saint who juggles, walks on a tightrope, and...
Celebrating Saints: Marianne Cope—January 23
PATRICIA MATHSON
Barbara Koob (now officially “Cope”) lived in Utica, New York. She had moved there from Germany with her family when she was only...
Celebrating Saints: Jose Brochero, “Cowboy Priest,”—January 26
Jose Brochero, January 26
PATRICIA MATHSON
Jose Brochero lived in Argentina with his mom and dad and was one of 10 children in his family. He...
Share “Paul, Apostle of Christ” with Teens and Adults
A discussion guide from the movie’s producers, including film clips, click here.
BECKY GROTH
Paul, Apostle of Christ offers a moving personal depiction of some of the...
Inspiring Teens: Praying with the Saints
LISA MLADINICH
In 1992, just before I returned to the Catholic faith, I met a woman who loved St. Thérèse of Lisieux as a friend...
Supernatural Friendships are Real Friendships — connecting with patron saints and more
Fun with the saints and holy souls
BY LISA MLADINICH
We know that God is infinite and unchanging, yet his children come to him through myriad...
Five Lessons from Fatima
by Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur
Tips for guiding children into the heart of the message
One of the most fantastic aspects of Our Lady of Fatima’s message is...
Diving Deep: The Legacy Behind Your Parish
BY DANIEL THOMAS
The idea of helping your students learn about their parish is an outstanding one. It involves something that they have...
Celebrate Saints: St. Francis of Assisi
Francis of Assisi
By Patricia Mathson
Feast day: October 4
Francis Bernardone lived in the town of Assisi in Italy. He was the son of a wealthy...