O Come O Come Emmanuel
Posted on December 8, 2018 Leave a Comment
By Casey Sprehe
The holiday season is crazy. Crazy loud, crazy fast paced, crazy packed with events to attend.
Ironic that the Lord asks us at this time to slow down, be quiet and wait patiently on Him.
The Catholic faith is filled with traditions and ways to enter into the Advent season with more intentionality. Read More
What Child is This?
Posted on December 7, 2018 Leave a Comment
By Leslie Bertucci
For as long as I can remember, Advent has been my favorite liturgical season. Even as a child, I loved the joyful anticipation, the sure hope that SOMETHING BIG is coming; SOMEONE is coming.
Celebrating St. Nick
Posted on December 6, 2018 Leave a Comment
By Ana Borden
The fondest memory I have of grade school occurred a few decades ago on Dec. 6, St. Nicholas’ feast day.
I recall my teacher announcing that they could hear St. Nick arrive and that we should put our heads down on our desk, cover our ears and eyes and be very, very quiet.
It’s Not All About the Gifts
Posted on December 5, 2018 Leave a Comment
By Gaby Smith
“What do you want for Christmas?” I’ve heard this question every year since I can remember.
My answers went from Barbie’s Dream House to a new vacuum cleaner.
It’s funny how things change. The older I’ve gotten, the more I realized, it’s not all about the gifts (although it may be challenging to get out of this mindset).
Cyberbullying is big issue
Posted on December 4, 2018 Leave a Comment
By Kim Roberts
Being parents to three children, my husband and I have tried to protect them from those that would harm them. We talked to them about not taking to strangers, the importance of the buddy system, trusting their instincts, good and bad touch and practicing the golden rule.
Awaiting a child is a joyful experience
Posted on December 3, 2018 Leave a Comment
By Ty Salvant
“Joyfully waiting” has multiple meanings in our house this Advent.
While the Salvants are anxiously awaiting the birth of Jesus, we are also awaiting the birth of our sixth child around Dec. 21.
The traditions of Advent begin with us
Posted on December 2, 2018 Leave a Comment
By Kristen Bourgeois
As Advent approaches, my husband and I were discussing what advent traditions our families had while we were growing up.
We are a young family with a 2-year-old, and we want to be more intentional this Advent season in preparing our hearts for the celebration of the Nativity of our Lord.
I Only Allow This One Thing in Church
Posted on November 29, 2018 1 Comment
By Gaby Smith
When my son was a toddler, I would allow him to bring toys to Mass to keep him occupied and still. This turned into a messy and noisy ordeal. Toy planes and cars were everywhere in the pew.
What was worse, is that these were wooden pews. Let’s just say all eyes were on us from time to time (or at least that’s how I felt). Read More
My Advent Journey with Mary
Posted on November 27, 2018 Leave a Comment
By Sarah McDonald
Soon after welcoming our first child, I became more deeply connected to Mary, Mother of God, in my own prayer life. So much so, that in my daily prayers, I include, “Mary, Mother of God, pray for us,” in my own personal litany.
When I was pregnant for my second child, that connection grew even more intense for me. Read More
In Time of Need
Posted on November 25, 2018 Leave a Comment
By Greg Zambrano
During the month of the rosary in October, my family and I made a quick trip to the Disney Parks in Orlando Florida.
On the second day of the trip, we visited Disney’s MGM Studios’ new section that just opened over the summer. The main attraction: a long rollercoaster ride named “Slinky Dog.” Read More
Make a Joyful Noise! (Psalm 98:4)
Posted on November 22, 2018 1 Comment
By Kristy Solis
As parents, we often share stories of dismay of our children such as my child will not sleep, my child is a picky eater, or my child does not listen, etc. The list could be an extensive one.
Today, my 3-year-old daughter would not cooperate and take a nap. Instead, she was out of bed, talking excessively and playing with her toys. Read More
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