Bringing It Home
How some parents are teaching the real meaning of Christmas
"Every Christmas Day, we have a birthday cake for Jesus and we sing him ‘Happy Birthday.’ Somehow, this simple tradition has helped my children understand that Christmas is not just about presents but a very special celebration of the birth of our Savior." —Kristi DunlapContinue »
A Simple Plan for Advent
Six prayer habits to help us welcome Jesus into our hearts and homes
1. Go to Mass more often. Consider whether you can clear out some time to attend as a family on certain weekdays during Advent. Continue »
Gratitude, Not Attitude
It’s harder to receive a gift if you fail to see the love it expresses.
So," my sister, Fiona, said as we sat in the kitchen over coffee. "What are you getting for your anniversary this year?" Continue »
Uncovering the Root
How Bob and Jan overcame the patterns that were dooming their marriage
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
You start learning it long before you say “I do.”
Does self-help advice make marital communication sound too easy? Continue »
The Witness of Christian Families
Mark 10:2-16
The gospel presents to us Jesus’ words on marriage. Continue »
