Forming Holiday Traditions that are Rooted in the Faith
Walk into any store or tune into any radio station, and you would think Christmas is next week. The minute Halloween is over, Christmas is here. Never mind that it’s...
How to Maintain a Fruitful Prayer Rhythm
Several years ago, I was struggling to keep a consistent rhythm of prayer in my life. At the time, I was a mom of six young children, and life was...
Liturgical Living Ideas for the Fall
Fall is right around the corner! And I don’t know about you, but the beginning of the autumn season reminds me of a “mini” new year. Of course, it feels...
Four Ways to Live Liturgically During the Ordinary Days of Summer
I don’t know about you, but I find it fairly simple and rather exciting to live out the liturgical seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter. There are so many...
Catholic Summer Reads for Kids
The countdown has begun! With just about one month left of school, summer is right around the corner. My six children are excited (obviously), and while I appreciate the structure...
Catholic Books to Savor this Advent
Every year, around this time, I start to feel a bit weary. The fatigue I feel toward the end of the calendar year can be likened to how a runner...
Fall in Love with Catholic Books this Autumn (Plus Ideas for Kids!)
Autumn is one of my favorite seasons. I welcome its familiar comforts: rustic colors, crunching leaves, savory soups, and cozy layers. The season of autumn also signals a fresh start,...
5 Catholic Novels to Read This Summer
As August begins, are you planning one last road trip or weekend getaway to the beach or cabin? Before the kids head back to school, we often desire to soak...
Jesus Approaches Review: Learning from Women in the New Testament
If my bookshelves could talk, they would tell you of my love of books. Yes, I am a bit of a bibliophile, and I enjoy reading a good book with...
