Grace grows in the trenches of motherhood, in the daily struggles of raising saints for God. If you are feeling broken, worn down, and worthless, rest …
Catholic Motherhood
Catholic Resources and Gifts for Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant Loss
Supporting a friend through miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss can be difficult, especially if you don't know where to start. But don't be afraid …
Afraid of Grace: Preparing for the Sacraments with An Anxious Child
Preparing an anxious child for the Sacraments can be difficult. Here's how to gently prepare your child for the Sacraments (First Confession, Holy …
The Quality of Mercy: What Shakespeare Taught Me About Confession
I’m a cradle Catholic, and I have Shakespeare - yes, that Shakespeare - to thank for my appreciation of Confession. Shakespeare didn’t use stage …
How to Advent Like a Boss, Even When You’re Impatient
Advent is a penitential season, despite the hustle and bustle of secular celebrations. Here's how to celebrate Advent like a boss, even when you are …
Our Lady, Queen of Martyrs
If you read my column on CatholicMom, you know I'm a big wimp when it comes to evangelization. My head knows I should share the truth of the Catholic …
Our Lady, Undoer of Knots (31 Days of Devotion to Our Blessed Mother)
Don't pray the novena to Our Lady, Undoer of Knots unless you are ready for change. I don't mean with regards to your petition. Each time I've …
Our Lady, Queen of Peace (31 Days of Devotion to Our Blessed Mother)
My husband just took G on her first camping trip. For two days the house has been much quieter than usual. It's been peaceful, actually - less …
The Marian Devotion of Pope St. John Paul the Great (31 Days of Devotion to Our Blessed Mother)
When he was nine years old, a little Polish boy bamed Karol lost his mother. That boy grew up to become a priest, then a cardinal, then one of the …
Our Lady, Star of the Sea (31 Days of Devotion to Our Blessed Mother)
“Prime the engine!!!!” My finger jammed the red button - once. Twice. Three times. “Go!!!!!” My voice strained against the wind. …