Post CNMC Blues Inspire Action
Posted by Lisa Hendey in Just me on Monday, October 03, 2011
I’m home after four days of travel to this year’s wonderful Catholic New Media Conference and firmly ensconced behind the computer in my home office, trying to sort through and onslaught of email, but more importantly an onslaught of emotions.
After having attended four years of CNMCs, I recognize the symptoms. Sleep deprivation, a slightly weepy feeling that comes from missing my good friends, a... READ MORE
Small Acts for God
Posted by Robyn Lee in Faith on Friday, September 23, 2011
My friend Heather and I are involved in a ministry called Theology on Tap. The basic idea of Theology on Tap is creating a forum where young people of all walks of life could talk about the faith in a casual setting at a bar or restaurant. A typical Theology on Tap consists of a 45 minute talk, 15 minutes q&a and time for fellowship afterward.
This forum opens the door to young people who wouldn’t... READ MORE
On Finding and Teaching Forgiveness
Posted by Lisa Hendey in Faith on Tuesday, August 30, 2011
This weekend, I found myself once again in the confessional seeking reconciliation for a sin that continues to plague me. The priest, a confessor who is new to me, chided me a bit for my disability to forgive myself in the situation. His comments made me feel that in holding on to the bad feelings, in continuing to punish myself mentally for what had transpired, I was distrusting God’s mercy.
The... READ MORE
"We Will Never Stop Witnessing to Christ"
Posted by Rebecca Teti in News on Friday, August 05, 2011
Wednesday morning a Catholic church was bombed in Kirkuk.
For some reason, as I used to say when I was a Protestant, the Lord has laid the Christians of the Middle East on my heart; I think about them and their struggles and pray for them almost constantly.
My heart aches for families like yours and mine, wanting just to live a decent life in peace, attacked and hated for no reason other than their... READ MORE
"You Yourselves Give Them Something To Eat"
Posted by Rebecca Teti in Faith on Monday, August 01, 2011
If you haven’t read Matthew Archbold’s ”$3 Lesson in Christianity,” do so!
It’s a lovely short story that happens to be true, with something for everyone: fine writing, gentle humor, a nice lesson that doesn’t hit you over the head.
And a surprisingly eloquent hot dog.
Unplugging and Not Judging
Posted by Lisa Hendey in News on Thursday, July 28, 2011
This week on the Faith & Family Live Cast (click here to listen or click on the player above), Elizabeth, Sarah and I share a topic inspired by my recent “unplugging” for a moms’ retreat. Together, we look at the tricks and treats related to becoming less “wired” and share our own struggles and experiences. Have you managed to find any downtime yet this summer? Have you “unplugged” much yet, as a... READ MORE
Sight-Seeing With God
Posted by Rebecca Teti in Faith on Tuesday, July 26, 2011
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Benedict XVI is good about reminding us that our bodies and souls need periodic rest.
Here are three papal tips for a genuinely restorative vacation.
1. Use vacation time to restore and renew your relationships, especially your relationship with God. Be with each other as a family, and take the time to be with God in prayer.
2. Consult the two “books” of revelation. Tuck a Bible into your luggage... READ MORE
The Mission of Older Moms
Posted by Lisa Hendey in Faith on Thursday, July 14, 2011
I was feeling old this morning as a hot flash woke me at 5:23 and I realized there was no hope of going back to sleep. It’s ironic that once our children finally start sleeping in, our bodies seem to get to the point where sleep is less normal. I took advantage of my early start to head to our very early morning Mass, the one reserved for the truly saintly people at my parish (or at least that’s what... READ MORE
Catholic VBS You Can Do At Home
Posted by Danielle Bean in Faith on Monday, June 27, 2011
Here’s a great resource for parents and/or parishes that would like a flexible Catholic Vacation Bible School you can do in your own family or with a group: Summer Faith Adventure from the folks you trust at Holy Heroes.
Summer Faith Adventure is a simply and low-cost way to have a week of Catholic fun and learning for at-home or in your parish. Everything you need is provided: a DVD with daily lessons and activities, a Leader’s Guide to map out each day, and an activity book for every participant.
Get all the details and then register for free!
Tiny New Catholics
Posted by Arwen Mosher in Faith on Thursday, June 23, 2011
When Linus and Ambrose were four weeks old, we had them baptized.
For me, it was definitely the most joyous day of their lives so far - even better than the day we brought them both home from the NICU.
Ceremonies don’t usually make me weepy. I laughed with joy through my own wedding. Baptisms are the one exception to that.
Near the beginning of the rite when the celebrant says to the baby, “I claim... READ MORE
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