Official Prayer for the Election of a New Pope
As we join the Church in praying for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis, we are also beginning to pray for the election of a new Pope.
Learn the official prayer from the Roman Missal for the Election of a New Pope:
Who would have imagined? I found a new religious ed program for this year!
After homeschooling 5 kids through high school and sending them off to college and having only 3 now left at home, you would think I would have my curricula for every subject pretty much set in stone.
Especially in the area of teaching the Faith–which is the most important subject in our home school and which I have put a LOT of effort into gathering the best materials I could find.
Well: we are using a NEW religious ed program this year, because I found an absolutely fantastic program from an extremely reliable Catholic publisher!
Read This Before the “Back-to-School” Rush Begins!
The Church’s clear teaching, constantly reiterated by the Holy See, affirms that parents are the first educators of their children. Parents have the original, primary, and inalienable right to educate their offspring in conformity with the family’s moral and religious convictions. They are educators because they are parents…
How Do I Talk to My Teen About “Gender Fluidity”?
Sorry to have to post this–but all Catholic parents need to be ready for this topic, plus all sorts of other wackiness in the culture surrounding us. At a minimum, this is just plain confusing to our children. At worst, well…
12 Promises of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Tomorrow is the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Did you know that Jesus made 12 Promises to those who honor His Sacred Heart?
Here are the promises He shared with St. Margaret Mary:
Patrick Madrid recommends THIS…
Twice this week grandparents called Patrick Madrid’s radio show to ask just those questions, and without hesitation he made a recommendation.
What Feast Days are We Celebrating in June?
First, watch the short video below to see what Feast days are coming up in June! Then, read below to learn some fun facts about these June feast days.
Holy Heroes Novena for Mary, Mother of the Church [Updated: May 2020]
Early this year, Pope Francis announced that the Monday after Pentecost Sunday every year will be dedicated to celebrating Mary as Mother of the Church. This year, the feast falls on June 1st.
Never forget: A General’s secret (and my son’s observation)
I realized that it had been some years since I had seen the movie, but I was--frankly--skeptical that the man sitting before me that afternoon had anything to do with it. The conversation we were having occurred just before Memorial Day, as I recall now. The college...
Top 7 Books for Every College Freshman
With High School Graduation just around the corner and the beginning of college approaching fast, it’s time for high school seniors (like me) to start picking classes for the fall and creating packing lists for move in day!
Beware: Visiting a Public Health clinic with my teens
If anyone needs any tangible proof that our society is in trouble, take them to the local health department.









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