Gift Ideas for Grandparents on Grandparents’ Day 
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Gift Ideas for Grandparents on Grandparents’ Day 

Grandparents’ Day is celebrated on July 26, the feast day of Jesus’ grandparents, Sts. Joachim and Anne! While there are many ways to maintain a relationship with grandparents, whether they are near or far, what can we do to celebrate them on this special holiday? Take a seat! Gather your children! Get your creative minds…

Teaching Children to Use Freedom Responsibly 
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Teaching Children to Use Freedom Responsibly 

When freedom is misunderstood as the ability to choose to do whatever you want whenever you want, it is absolutely critical to teach children the true meaning of freedom. Parents have the great task of teaching children to use their freedom in order to respect the dignity of themselves and others. While the task may…

Navigating Identity Challenges in the Family
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Navigating Identity Challenges in the Family

Navigating identity challenges in the family can be a complex and sensitive journey. As parents, it can be difficult to address the challenges while maintaining a firm understanding of truth and morality.  Thankfully, the Church provides a framework within the Catechism that will help guide parents and families in navigating identity challenges.  “[Those with disordered…

children playing together, children building strong friendships
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Tools for Parents to Help Children Build Strong Friendships

As you educate your children in their Christian Faith, Jesus’ message of friendship as self-sacrifice may often make its way into your conversations. On its surface, it seems so simple – Jesus loves us all so much that he gave his life so we could go to heaven. However, as the little ones start getting older,…

The Role of Women in Families and Society
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The Role of Women in Families and Society

Written in 1995, Pope St. John Paul II’s Letter to Women is a significant document in understanding the role of women in families and society. While brief, the letter addresses all women in gratitude for their gifts, talents, and feminine genius which provides depth to culture.  We are seeing a gentle push for women to…

child giving gift
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How to Teach Your Children Generosity 

Generosity is a virtue that lies at the heart of compassionate living, enriching both the giver and the recipient. As parents, nurturing a spirit of generosity in our children is one of the greatest gifts we can give. We wanted to share practical ways parents can instill the value of generosity in their children, fostering…

St. Josemaria, St. Teresa of Avila, St. Ignatious of Loyola, St. John Henry Newman
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Words from the Saints to Overcome Selfishness

Surrounded by the constant push to seek self-gratification through material goods and excessive personal care, it can be a challenge not to fall prey to selfishness. But we are blessed to have powerful words from the saints to help guide us away from the inclination to selfish desires and direct our intentions towards the service…

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The Art of Cooking

Cooking is often regarded as a practical skill, essential for nourishing ourselves and our families. However, beyond its functional purpose, cooking can also be seen as a deeply creative and expressive art form. In this blog post, we’ll explore the art of cooking and how it embodies the principles of artistry and creativity! In conclusion,…

Beautiful art on display
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7 Quotes from Holy Men & Women on Beauty & Art

Beauty provides an opportunity to pause and consider a given piece of art, a moment of silence or on nature itself. The saints and leaders of the Church recognize the significance of beauty when seeking God in the day-to-day. We want to share 7 quotes from holy men & women on beauty & art that…

Sheet music
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Does Music Affect the Heart?

Many studies show the benefit music has on the brain. It encourages higher order thinking, increases positive moods, develops more connections in the brain which strengthens memory, and so much more. While it is clear that music is good to incorporate for mental health, how does music affect the heart whether spiritually or emotionally? “We…

5 Ways To Share Beauty with Your Children
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5 Ways To Share Beauty with Your Children

As parents, fostering an appreciation for beauty and creativity in your children is a gift that lasts a lifetime. By incorporating simple yet meaningful practices into your daily lives, you can inspire your children to see the world through a lens of curiosity and beauty. 5 Ways To Share Beauty With Your Children: By integrating…