Keeping Christ in Christian
Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Thursday, October 06, 2011
A friend of mine recently shared this perfect cartoon and yes it’s obviously hilarious but it also gave me lots to think about.
It’s very easy, when trying to do the right thing, to get caught up in a black/white way of thinking. It’s easy to point out how others are falling short in being a Christian—and then lose sight of our own failings in the midst of that.
When I think about the times I have... READ MORE
Being Nice?
Posted by Arwen Mosher in Just me on Friday, September 16, 2011
While I’m not the biggest fan of the word “nice” - there’s so much more to real Christian charity than just niceness - I came across a website today that I thought was… well… nice.
Do One Nice Thing was started by a woman named Debbie Tenzer. According to her Wikipedia article, the movement is responsible for, among other things, donations of 75 TONS of school supplies to children in Iraq and Afghanistan... READ MORE
Courtesy & Kindness
Posted by Lisa Hendey in News on Thursday, August 04, 2011
On this week’s episode of the Faith & Family Live Cast (click here to listen or click on the player above), Rebecca, Hallie and I take on a topic raised recently by Rebecca at the blog. Join our fascinating discussion on regional differences in issues such as what is considered courteous behavior and language. What do you teach your children about small talk and how to make it? What kind of example... 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.
Well Done, Mrs. Dix!
Posted by Rebecca Teti in Just me on Monday, May 23, 2011
One of the finest teachers ever to wield a chalk-stick is retiring this year.
I hope you’ll indulge me as I publicly thank one of those people who accomplish extraordinary things while tucked away in a hidden corner of the world.
Diane Dix arrived at St. Jerome’s in Hyattsville in the 1970s as a Title I teacher, joining the faculty full time in 1985. In 2009 she reduced her hours to part time, but... READ MORE
Sharing Prayer
Posted by Arwen Mosher in Faith on Tuesday, March 01, 2011
Sometimes when my tiny twin boys are kicking me, I actually tear up thinking about how many people are praying for them.
To me, prayers are probably the biggest perk of being a blogger. My babies don’t deserve prayer more than any other babies, but they get it because so many kind, generous people know about their existence and wish the best for them. What a blessing that is!
Today, I’d like to share... READ MORE
Parenting Brilliance
Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Here’s my Question of the Day: what have you found to be the most effective method for eradicating potty mouth?
Rebecca’s recent post (though not directly related) has me thinking about the universal challenge of teaching our children the importance of acceptable language and also nipping unacceptable usage in the bud. This can be tough! I can talk about using good language until I’m blue in the face... READ MORE
Milk of Human Kindness
Posted by Rebecca Teti in News on Friday, January 14, 2011
How about a round of good news?
I have two nice stories. Both take place in the context of sad news, but they show kindness at work.
First, a pilot from Southwest Airlines held a plane for a grieving grandfather. Not only was the pilot kind, but the company backed him up.
Second, from Fr. Z., from whom I first stole the idea of collecting good news in a post, comes the story of the Trappist monks who furnished a casket for the poor little girl shot in Arizona.
Do you have any good news to share?
Waiting For Rudy
Posted by Rebecca Teti in News on Friday, December 24, 2010
If you need a little Christmas, right this very minute, read this heartwarmer of a story.
Little Sam has cerebral palsy and relied on his father to carry him up and down the stairs.
Then his father developed a heart condition and couldn’t lift heavy weights any more.
Enter Rudy Favard, local football star….
Be sure to read to the end, for Rudy’s own perspective on what a helpless child can do.
Merry Christmas!
Sing We Now
Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Wednesday, December 22, 2010
There was a knock at my door this evening. My house was quiet, my big boys and husband all at basketball practice. I had just put our toddler down for bed; the baby was fast asleep.
I opened the door to find a group of neighbors staring back at me. They were bundled up and armed with flashlights and songsheets—they were here to carol.
I greeted them and then asked if I could grab my three-year-old—he... READ MORE
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