Catechist: “I’m discouraged. They’re not in church on Sunday.”
Often we might hear our youngsters say, "We don't go to Mass on Sunday." This challenges us to a precarious balance: to not respond...
Parish Leader: “My home life is suffering as a result of parish ministry.”
Like the call to have a regular spiritual practice, the need to "have a life" outside of parish work is essential. It not only...
Parish leader: “I built it and they didn’t come.”
Sometimes, despite our best efforts, programs fail. Our great ideas are overlooked. What we think should matter to people doesn't. Rather than jumping to...
Books We Recommend
The Wolf and the Shield by Sherry Weaver Smith (Pauline Books & Media)
In ancient Ireland, eleven-yearold Kieran struggles to find his way in...
Must-Own Books for Catechists
by Sarah Reinhard and the editors at Catechist
If you don’t already have a copy of the Catechism of the Catholic Church and at...
Vacation Bible School: Keeping it Fun and Keeping it Catholic
by Sarah Reinhard
There’s a certain irony to me writing about Vacation Bible School (VBS), because while I grew up at a (non-Catholic) church...
Pep Talks for Catholic Parents: An Introduction
When my husband heard the title of book he thought it was a great idea, until I mentioned who the author was. He...
E-Book Offers 30 Days of Inspiration from Benedict XVI
PERFECT FOR THE PARISH OR PERSONAL USE!
Throughout his papacy, the late Pope Benedict XVI promised to continue Pope John Paul II’s legacy of reaching...
Book Reviews (Nov. 2016)
Christmas Fun Bible Activity Book
by Lena Lane and Roma Bishop (Pauline Books and Media)
This colorful workbook of activities will reinforce seasonal lessons about the...
I Can Use Technology in My Ministry!
"I would like then to invite Christians, confidently and with an informed and responsible creativity, to join the network of relationships which the digital era has made possible. This is not simply to satisfy the desire to be present, but because this network is an integral part of human life."
