Celebrating Saints' Days reminds us that Christians have spread God's love in times of joy and deep sadness, preaching the Gospel …
Celebrating Saint Patrick
The historic church chose St. Patrick because he was an extraordinarily good missionary. He was not Irish but was sent to the …
Saints Around Us: Galentine’s Day
I know that I am not alone in counting the friendship of other women as holy. They have been living icons, showing me both God’s …
The Church Remembers St. Nicholas: 3 Teaching Points
The true story of Santa Claus begins with Nicholas, who was born during the third century in the village …
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A Blessing for Thanksgiving
For many of us, Thanksgiving and Christmas offer a break from the rapid pace of every day life, a sense of love and joy, and the …
Ideas for Native American Heritage Month and Throughout the Year
As Christians, we believe in the inherent dignity of every human being. We grow closer to God by growing closer to a beloved child …
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Celebrating All Saints and All Souls with Pixar
As kids prepare their costumes and trick-or-treat routes, families have an opportunity to celebrate All Saints' and All Souls' …
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Remixing A (Mostly) Beloved Hymn to Prompt Faith Reflection
I believe invitations to remix the tradition, even slightly irreverently, are a profound opportunity to help our people love and …
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Blessing of the Halloween Costumes
We believe in a God that prevails over fear, evil, and death. We can laugh at scary costumes because we know that evil, death, and …
Prayers for Mothers’ and Fathers’ Days
we want to celebrate mothers and fathers, and yet, we recognize that for some these days can be painful and …
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Webinar: Posadas Navideñas
Presentation Recording Resources Online http://www.venadelante.org/posadas Article at …
Blessing the Light: A Youth Activity for Candlemas
"Light kindles light and flame kindles flame. When God sets the world on fire with His love, in the life and death and …
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