How can you recharge your batteries when you’re a mother caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life? Whether you work outside the home or not, whether you have one, two, five, or seven children, a mother’s daily life is intense and tiring. Not forgetting yourself and taking care of yourself is an Read More… 10 Ideas for moms to recharge their batteries ..read more

“The problem of our world is not babies being born: It is selfishness, consumerism and individualism, which make people overfilled, lonely, and unhappy,” Pope Francis said during the fourth edition of the “General States of Natality,” a forum on birth rates. The Pope visited the event, held in Rome on May 10, 2024, urging young Read More… “The problem is not how many of us there are in the world”: Pope ..read more

In our world, where constant activity is the norm, the concept of rest is often overlooked — or even frowned upon. We prioritize project completion and exercise schedules, and view downtime as a luxury. However, a closer examination of Scripture and nature reveals a profound truth: rest is not merely a human need, but a Read More… The power of stepping back: How to rest the Catholic way ..read more

If you have the excitement (and maybe a little dread) of welcoming twins, then you’ll be looking for names that pair well together. Maybe you want names that sound harmonious when you call them out, or perhaps you’re searching for names that are complementary in their meaning and spirit. While there’s always the obvious choice Read More… 6 Perfect pairs of saints’ names for a twin boy and girl ..read more

In many parishes in the United States there is listed a Blue Army that will pray together inside the church. Without any prior knowledge of the group, it may appear odd to have an “army” meet at a Catholic Church. While the name is still being used in many places, the group is officially known Read More… What is the Blue Army and how is it connected to Fatima ..read more

The commandment to “Honor your father and mother” can be either the easiest or most difficult commandment that God gave to Moses. Often our relationship with our mother is one that is cherished and fostered over the years. On the other hand, sometimes we may try to deliberately avoid our mother, either because we have Read More… The spiritual benefits of honoring your mother ..read more

In my nearly eight years in the profession, I have learned that being a dad means being routinely flabbergasted. Exactly how my flabber will be gasted at any given moment is always a great mystery until the moment arrives. Sometimes it’s due to an unexpectedly witty or sarcastic retort from my five-year-old son that should Read More… How do you see yourself ..read more

A new innovative resource for Catholic parishes aims to help Church leaders gauge the effectiveness of ministries, while assisting in strengthening them to help form “intentional disciples.” Sourcing data by way of a brief questionnaire, this survey reveals key indicators of individuals’ level of discipleship, with responses providing insights for parish leadership.  Called The Discipleship Read More… New resource helps strengthen ministries and discipleship ..read more

“Everything, inside and outside us, implores hope and seeks, even without knowing it, the nearness of God,” Pope Francis said in his homily at the Second Vespers of the Ascension, celebrated in St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome on May 9, 2024, after the consignment and reading of the Bull of Indiction for the Jubilee 2025. Read More… Rediscover hope, proclaim hope, build hope: Pope’s prayer for Church ..read more

The US Court of Appeals has upheld the rights of Catholic schools to hire teachers who agree to uphold the teachings of the Catholic faith. This win for religious schools sets further precedent to protect their autonomy and continue to provide an authentically religious-based education.  The case, Billard v. Diocese of Charlotte, revolved around a Read More… US appellate court: Catholic school teachers are ministers ..read more