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Saint Joseph and Familyhood
On March 19 the Church honors St. Joseph, Husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
His Invitation, Our Response
"Let's get away, just the two of us."
"Great! Where are we going?"
"We are going to get away from it all. No TV. No computer. It will be just the two of us."
"I can hardly wait to spend the time together! But where are we going?"
"It's very remote. No internet. No cell phone."
"It sounds wonderful! But where are we going?"
"We are going to the desert."
"Are you crazy?"
Complete-A-Project Bible Search: The Transfiguration of Jesus
This Complete-A-Project Bible Search Activity is for teacher and students (grades 4-6) working together.
The Big Picture: Teaching About God’s Plan
It's not unusual for us catechists to get tunnel vision—to become so caught up in successfully teaching each individual chapter in our texts that students are not able to see the forest for the trees. In other words, we are not always as effective as we could be in helping kids see the big picture—God's plan for all people—and the relationship between each lesson and God's plan.
Our Vocation and Calling: A Gift from God
Having a special purpose in life—a calling, a vocation—is a gift from God that comes with our birth and our Baptism. It’s a privilege—and it’s well worth our time and effort to discover and prepare for our vocation in life. We are not likely to be completely happy and fulfilled until we realize what our vocation is and follow it.
The Teen Influence
I have often reflected on the story of the young Jesus teaching in the Temple. "And all who heard him were astounded at his understanding and his answers" (Luke 2:47). The wisdom of the youthful Jesus comes to mind when I consider the controversy over what age one should be before he or she can take on the full responsibility of being a catechist.
Celebrating Saint Luigi Orione
Brought Hope to Others; Feast day: March 12
Guiding Lights: Principles of Discernment
"When you hold a sacred text in your hands, and ponder its wisdom, it is not enough to learn the meaning of the words alone. A sacred text is like the flame of a candle."
Creative Activity Centers for Your VBS
As your team begins to gather registrations for your VBS, it is time to consider how best to structure each day's activities.
Strategies for Helping Our Youngest Believers Grow in Faith
It takes a special kind of catechist to work with preschoolers!
