St. Catherine Laboure was still very young when she joined the Daughters of Charity in Paris, France. In 1830, when Catherine was just 24 years old, the Blessed Virgin appeared to her three times. Mary showed Catherine a medal dedicated to the Immaculate Conception, which she desired to be spread throughout the world. This medalRead more
Here is a fun and easy way to decorate plain candles using supplies you may already have at home: …candles (any shape, size or color), wax paper, decorative tissue paper, scissors, tape, and a hair dryer. First, cut out a section of tissue paper to fit exactly around your candle. Then, cut a section ofRead more
Little is known about Saint Quadratus, but it is known that he was a martyr for the Faith. It is said that he was a disciple of Christ’s Apostles. In addition to help spread the Faith, we are also told that he was bishop of Athens, Greece. One of his greatest works in helping spreadRead more
Charles belonged to a very wealthy and influential Italian family. When he was in his 20s, his uncle became Pope Pius IV. He requested that Charles come to Rome, where he stayed for several years, working closely with his uncle. It is said that Charles was also responsible for having Pius reconvene the Council ofRead more
These would be great refrigerator or locker magnets and are easy enough that little hands could even make one to give to relatives, teachers, or friends! Here is a easy craft for All Saints’ Day using jumbo glass mancala beads (we found these 15 to a pack at the local craft store), magnetic sheet, glueRead more
November 1st celebrates the men and women who are saints of the Church. Not only does the Church honor the canonized saints, but also the saints who are unknown. We celebrate their dedication to God’s will and pray that we might imitate them more each day. Click the image below to print the coloring page.Read more
As a young girl, Teresa of Avila led somewhat of a wild life. By the time she reached 16, her father intervened and Teresa was sent to a convent. At first, many sins got in the way of her spiritual life. But over time, she transformed into a woman who deeply loved God and religiousRead more
In the fall of 1846, the Virgin Mary appeared to two shepherd children at La Salette, France. Unlike other apparitions, Mary appeared to be weeping. She shared her displeasure in Catholics who do not remain faithful to the Church and warned against future evils. Before she disappeared, the Lady also gave each of the children a secretRead more
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“If there were one million families praying the Rosary every day, the entire world would be saved.” -Pope St. Pius X This edible rosary, in honor of the month of the Holy Rosary, was created from 3 ingredient oreo truffles and a bit of string licorice as follows: 16 oz. oreo or other “sandwich” cookiesRead more
When I die, I will send down a shower of roses from the heavens, I will spend my heaven by doing good on earth.” ― Saint Thérèse of Lisieux Because our younger sister’s patron saint is Saint Therese of Lisieux, we decided to make this simple bed canopy for her- inspired by the saint’s desireRead more
Beginning with his childhood, Joseph faced many obstacles in his life. His mother treated him very cruelly. As a result, Joseph developed a bad temper and had a tendency to be absent-minded. He often wandered around aimlessly, with his mouth hanging open. As he grew older, he tried to enter several religious orders, but eachRead more
Olga was married to Prince Igor of Kieve, Russia, until his death in 945. Olga was extremely upset by her husband’s death and avenged his death shortly afterwards. Igor’s death made his three year old son the future ruler. However, another tribe, the Drevlians, wanted Olga to marry their prince so that he might beRead more
This grotto is the brainchild of our little sister, who thought it would be fun to create a grotto out of a milk carton, glue, and some rocks. We had originally intended to use rocks, but since we had done some beachcombing recently, we substituted shells. First, we cut off the front of the milk carton toRead more
Click on the image below to print the coloring page. “Before the birth of Jesus, the world had never witnessed such a day as the birth of Mary. As this child appears in the world on the 8th of September, the devils may not realize that their long-foretold defeat has arrived and that at lastRead more
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