My Godson Taught Me about God
When I became a godmother, I thought I would be the one doing the teaching.
Parenting, Spiritual Practices
Family Bible Study: Taking Root
Our family Bible study continues. The word of God is working in our family, and that means Bible study isn’t always easy, nice, or pretty. Yet, we’re blessed. Here’s why.
St. Francis Has A Lesson for the Election Season
I’ve never been the kind of person on whom a bird would perch. But there’s much more to St. Francis than that.
Why I Go On Retreat
Every July, I spend four days in almost complete silence at Holy Cross Monastery.
Can’t get to church? Morning Prayer at home can work with tweens and teens.
Our family is in church every Sunday. Except for one week this summer, when we weren’t.
Children Still Speak of Angels
Don’t be shy about talking with your own children about angels. They may know more than you do.
Loving Creatures Great and Small for St. Francis Day
Caring for animals helps kids know they can improve the lives of creatures smaller and more vulnerable than they are.
Secrets of a Pew Whisperer: Let the Children Pick the Seat
I have my own criteria for selecting a seat in church. But giving my children the freedom to pick where they want to sit has helped me see my limitations.
5 Ways to Teach Kids Financial Stewardship in the Digital Age
Now that many of us give online through automatic donation, how do we teach kids what it means to tithe?
Preparing to Celebrate St. Michael & All Angels
Angels appear in about half the books of the Bible and are mentioned over 300 times. They fulfill the function of gateway – or bridge – between heaven and earth.