Reading another post on this blog prompted me to ask my girls about their personal prayer lives. It went NOTHING like I thought it would.
Archives for May 2016
A Teenager Appreciates Tradition
Memorizing the Lord’s Prayer as a child enabled me to develop a line of communication with God. Now, I appreciate the traditions which enable God’s people, worn by the world, to be refreshed in His presence.
Planning to Celebrate Pentecost at Home
You won’t find Pentecost in the aisle at a craft supply store. But there are still simple and beautiful ways to honor this major feast at home.
Celebrating the Ascension
Today we celebrate the Ascension, one of the major feasts of the church. As a parent, I’m struck by this ancient image.
It’s (still) Easter: time to practice forgiveness.
As a people who celebrate the risen Christ, we are called to forgive 365 days a year. Parenting gives us unique opportunities to practice this discipline.
First Secret of a Pew Whisperer: Being There
In our baptismal vows, we promise to share the Good News with others; as parents, our primary mission field is our own kids. How do we raise kids who love and worship God?
Honoring St. Philip & St. James, Apostles
St. Philip and St. James remind us that ordinary people responding to Jesus Christ can change the course of human history – whether you celebrate them at home today or tomorrow.