There are many ways for your family to practice acts of kindness (much like Saint Francis did!) to animals, even if you don’t have pets in your home.
About Heather Sleightholm
Celebrating Saint Brigid, a woman of fiery faith
I first learned of Brigid a few years ago while researching Ireland, and discovered that Brigid was another much beloved patron saint of the country, alongside Saint Patrick. I
Celebrating Holy Cross Day with Little Ones
As we reach the middle of September, we also reach Holy Cross Day. Holy Cross Day is a major feast day in the Episcopal Church […]
Showing Up with Mary Magdalene
Even though her eyes were swollen and sensitive from days of crying, her heart broken so that she felt she could hardly breath, Mary Magdalene […]
Creating Sacred Space – the making of a garden chapel
Our house gave us an unexpected gift on the first day we moved in. With our new keys in hand, we entered the backyard to […]
Nurturing Relationships on the Feast of the Visitation
I have been ruminating on how best to observe the Feast of the Visitation today for the past couple weeks. The Visitation is a day […]
Looking for the Good Shepherd
Jesus is the ultimate Good Shepherd, laying down his life for his flock.
A new children’s book celebrates St. Martin of Tours.
November 11th is a great time to add another friend to your list of beloved saints.
Coins, Berries, Daisies, and Animals: Celebrating Early Autumn Feast Days
Special days aren’t just for Advent and Lent, they happen throughout the year. By observing just a few, we enrich our faith, and the faith of our family.
Building Your Child’s Faith Library
In my search for great books about faith, I’ve found some really wonderful ones.