Uncovering the Root

How Bob and Jan overcame the patterns that were dooming their marriage

0 comment | Posted Oct 14, 2009

Bob and Jan (all names have been changed) had four children and a thirty-year marriage that was low on emotional intimacy and communication. Both were extremely lonely. Continue »


Communication in Marriage

Communication in Marriage

You start learning it long before you say “I do.”

2 comment | Posted Oct 14, 2009

Does self-help advice make marital communication sound too easy? Continue »


The Witness of Christian Families

The Witness of Christian Families

Mark 10:2-16

0 comment | Posted Oct 05, 2009

The gospel presents to us Jesus’ words on marriage. Continue »


Learn to Discern

Learn to Discern

Finding Your Way through the Media Jungle

1 comment | Posted Oct 04, 2009

My wife and I like books and movies, and as our children have grown up, we’ve enjoyed introducing them to our favorites. Continue »


Beyond CCD

Beyond CCD

Making the most of your child’s religious education

1 comment | Posted Aug 23, 2009

You are a conscientious Catholic parent who wants your children to learn about their faith. Continue »


Three Steps to a Simpler, Richer (and Saner) Summer

Three Steps to a Simpler, Richer (and Saner) Summer

This mother’s “minimum plan” makes for maximum benefits.

0 comment | Posted Jul 23, 2009

Every year I’m ambushed by summer. As school comes to an end and our regular schedule disappears, it’s a struggle to change gears and begin dealing with that familiar question: “I’m bored, Mom, what can I do?” Continue »


God Has a Human Face

God Has a Human Face

Matthew 10:24-33

1 comment | Posted Jul 12, 2009

Even the hairs of your head are all counted. So do not be afraid. (Matthew 10:30-31) Continue »


A Universal Call to Party

A Universal Call to Party

A New Family Tradition

2 comment | Posted May 07, 2009

The Easter season is a time to think about baptism—and about launching a new family tradition. Continue »


Celebrate Easter’s 50 Days

Celebrate Easter’s 50 Days

Family Activities to Celebrate the Easter Season

0 comment | Posted Apr 17, 2009

Easter is the most important feast of the Christian year—so important that the Church sets aside a seven-week season to rejoice in Christ’s victory over sin and death. Continue »


Stations of the Cross for Children

A Simple Presentation for Kids Ten and Under Continue »


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