Build the Church Beginning in the Home
The Second Vatican Council, the modern popes, and the U.S. Catholic bishops have emphasized a teaching on the Christian family that is both easy to overlook and difficult to put into practice.
“Lord, I Need You” – (Official Lyric Video, from Matt Maher)
For your inspiration. A perfect song for a prayer service, and suitable for all ages.
Artist: Matt Maher
Album: All The People Said Amen
Watch Matt Maher...
Youth Synod Recap
The Youth Synod on Young People, the Faith, and Vocational Discernment came to a close on Oct. 28, 2018. In the next few weeks, the...
Freedom of Religion explained in 90-seconds
A short, 90-second video clip from the Real Life Catholic TV series with Chris Stefanick. A very good summary on religious freedom, suitable for all...
Supporting Parents: Tips for effective parent meetings
Providing services and programs for parents and guardians is at the heart of parish catechetical effort.
How can the parent meetings be both informative and...
A Parish Guide to Integrated Faith Formation
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As we emerge from the pandemic, parishes have an incredible opportunity to connect the home or domestic church with the wider parish community....
Engage First Communion Parents
LEISA ASLINGER
My first year as a catechetical leader was one of the most difficult of my life. For months, I dreaded answering the phone,...
Peace in Hard Times: A lesson for families
BY SUSIE LLOYD
A beautiful woman travels the world giving talks about God. She talks to an average of 2,000 people per week. Why do so...
Catechists, the Catechism , and Courage
BY PAT GOHN
Anniversaries are a great time to look back, look ahead, and count the blessings. On our 25th “silver” wedding anniversary, my husband...
RCIA Revisited
BY IRENE MARIA DISANTO
When we think of the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA), we think of it as the road taken by...












