Louis and Zélie Martin were married in 1858. Although both wanted to enter religious life, they were rejected; Zélie for poor health and Louis for failure to know Latin. Zélie […]
Louis and Zélie Martin, parents of St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Prayer for the Gift of Creation
Loving and Awesome God, The Psalmist reminds us that “the heavens are telling the glory of God; and the earth proclaims God’s handiwork.” How awesome is your gift of life […]
Faith talk for families: Sharing joy
Questions to talk about at home during meals or at bedtime, or in the car. How do you celebrate successes and happy times as a family? What are some ways […]
Keep holy the Sabbath
Jesus observed the Sabbath on Saturday, but after his death the early Christians gathered on Sunday to pray and break bread in memory of Jesus. They called it “the Lord’s […]
The Clerical Sex Abuse Scandal: What Parents Can Do, and How to Talk with Kids
The latest flare-up of the clerical sex abuse scandal has left many Catholic parents wondering what they can do—and how to talk to kids. Here are some practical suggestions for taking action, and links to helpful resources.