Marriage is truly an adventure that requires careful packing. After saying "yes," you leave your childhood home, bid your farewells, say your see-you-laters (definitely not goodbyes), pack your entire life into a handful of suitcases, and embark on a new journey with...
June
The Powerful Story Of One Couple’s Novena That Led To Thousands Of Novenas Prayed
I’ve been praying novenas for almost twelve years now and I’ve found they’re a great option for when you don’t know what to say, when you have a specific intention you’re praying for, and when you’re trying to “pray always.” Novenas are a traditional prayer that dates...
Planning An Intentional Summer With The Messy Family Project
Summer is coming on fast and that means more time with your kids, more time outside, more family time…basically more time! More time together is great in theory, but when we come to it without planning, we can find ourselves sitting around watching a show or listening...
30 Things Catholics Need For Spiritual Survival
What Do Catholics Need For Spiritual Survival? A Crucifix in every room Rosary for every family member Pray the rosary daily Beeswax candles Holy Water frequently sprinkled and available for blessing St. Benedict medals worn and placed around one's home and property,...
June Is Devoted To The Sacred Heart Of Jesus | Mark Your Calendar!
Did you know that each month has a traditional Catholic devotion? We can focus on each devotion month-by-month to grow in our faith and traditions. Make yourself notes, write them on your calendar, and pray a specific prayer each day of the month to remember. You...
The Summer Job That Changed My Life – And Can Change Yours Too!
Imagine with me for a second: You’re standing on top of a 30-foot cliff, about to jump into a level 3 white-water rapid in Colorado…you hold the instructor’s hand as he attempts to console you...“just walk straight forward, pull your feet together as you fall, just...
7 Things Catholic Parents Can Do This Summer
Summer is my favorite time of the year here in Ohio. I love everything about it, especially the warm weather and the long nights. Having my kids home from school can be incredibly exhausting, but it's absolutely the highlight of the summer months. So many...
Special Agent Of The Sacred Heart: St. Margaret Mary Alacoque
October 16th and 17th (in the post- and pre-conciliar liturgical calendars, respectively) mark the feast of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque. It is from this beautiful saint that the Church and the world came to practice the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Under the...
How To Keep Your Love For The Lord Alive – 5 Steps!
It can be difficult to keep our love for the Lord alive. Daily life, responsibilities, and busyness seem to get in the way of our relationship with God. Hardships and times of suffering can stir up feelings of bitterness and resentment toward God that cause...
The Sacred Heart Of Jesus And The Immaculate Heart of Mary: A Beautiful Illustration
In June Catholics celebrate the Feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. You may have seen various depictions of the image that was given by Our Lord to Sister Margaret Mary Alacoque in 1675. Did you know that you can have an image enthroned in your home? Do you have...
7 Ideas To Make Sure Your Summer Vacation Isn’t A Vacation From God
It’s summertime in the Northern hemisphere and therefore, for the great majority of people, vacation time. You have probably looked forward to this moment and have great expectations about what you will do, the money you will spend, the places you know, and the...
10 Quotes That Will Increase Your Love For The Sacred Heart Of Jesus
June is one of those months that seems to fly by due to graduations, weddings, and the beginning of summer. If you've missed your chance to reflect on the Sacred Heart of Jesus during this month that is devoted to it, I encourage you to try to set aside just a few...
Soaking Up The Son: 12 Things Every Catholic Should Try To Do This Summer
School is out, the weather is getting warmer, and ice cream trucks are once again making the rounds. Summer is here! For many summertime means a relaxed schedule with no classes (and no homework!), shorter workdays, and vacations. It is a joy-filled season and a...
3 Apostolic Videos That You Need To See This Summer!
Summertime is usually a time for resting, having fun, and perhaps a bit of traveling. At the same time, it can also be one of routine, boredom, and mediocrity. Here are 4 things to keep in mind this summer! 3 Catholic Apostolic Vidoes To Watch This Summer 1. Watching...