"We part from the Alleluia as from a beloved friend, whom we embrace many times and kiss on the mouth, head and hand, before we …
Putting the Saint Back in Valentine’s Day
"When we remember that the heart of Saint Valentine was, like other Christian martyrs, "pierced" by the love of Our Lord, and he …
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Children’s Picture Books about Pancakes
"You may wish to read one or more on Pancake Day or on the days leading up to it..." Shrove Tuesday and Pancakes Shrove Tuesday …
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The Chinese New Year
The Chinese New Year (also called the Lunar New Year) occurs in the early months of our calendar year, typically January …
Shrove Tuesday: Pancake Relay Race!
"Today, many churches hold "Pancake Suppers." These can be great intergenerational events in which all pitch in to cook pancakes, …
On January 1st: The Importance of Names
January 1st is The Feast of the Holy Name. The theme of the lectionary readings focus on God's identity …
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Epiphany Through the Eyes of Children
"It is a time for rededicating ourselves to our own ministries and our missionary task - to continue the spread of Jesus' light in …
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Putting Christ back into the 12 Days of Christmas
Whatever the reason, we have an opportunity to engage families in discovering that Christmas is not just December 25th but is a …
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Thanksgiving Activities for Church and Families
"Encourage family members to jot down ways God has blessed them. Younger children can draw or cut out pictures from magazines. …
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Book Review: Welcome to the Christian Faith
Who is God? Why are we here? Is the world just a random collision of atoms, or …
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