This month's Catholic movie for families is Toy Story 3 . While it's not a Christian movie, this secular movie can illustrate very Catholic themes. This month, we are exploring Romans 8:28: " “We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to His purpose.” As your family watches this movie together, remember: God doesn’t promise that everything will be easy, but He does  promise that He can bring good out of anything when we trust Him. Before the Movie:...

Looking for the next activity for your female small group to do together? Needing a little scripture study on femininity? Looking for something you and your female friend can do together to grow in your faith life? Look no further! I created this presentation for a woman's group at the parish I work. It can be used for individuals or groups to discuss but essentially takes a look at Femininity through the lens of Mary's life and takes a look at feminine friendship based off of Mary and...

I encourage you to go to your advent wreath ( buy or make one ).  Each year for the last 10 years or so, we light the candle each week and sing to this tune : “Light one candle for love one bright candle for love, Christ brings love to every heart, he comes, he comes.” Week 4: Love When I was young, it was easy for me to love and be loved because I never had to sacrifice. It wasn’t until I got married and had children that I realized the price of true love, of selfless agape love.  Love is...