Holiness at home Parables

No images? Click here   Holiness at Home     Parables During the summer months, the Gospel of Matthew at Sunday Mass is filled with many of Jesus' parables. These simple but powerful stories help children discover God's love, understand His Kingdom, and learn how to follow Jesus each day. For additional ideas on how literature can help parents teach their children about God’s presence, see Literature and Young People as part of Building a Catholic Culture at Home at FirstWitnesses.org. CHECK OUT THE RESOURCES     LIVING YOUR FAITH AT HOME The Greatest Treasure One sunny day a girl named Grace Went for a walk at a gentle pace. She hummed a happy little tune Beneath the warm bright afternoon. She saw a garden, green and wide, With flowers blooming side by side. She helped pull weeds beside a tree, Then whispered, “What could this be?” CONTINUE READING DOWNLOAD THE ARTICLE     YOU MAY ALSO LIKE   20 Parables of Jesus: 20 Short Stories for Kids For engaging stories inspired by Jesus' parables to teach your children timeless lessons of faith, kindness, and friendship in life, see 20 Parables of Jesus: 20 Short Stories for Kids by Nina Gill. Filled with colorful illustrations and gentle humor, this collection helps children discover values and virtues through stories they'll enjoy reading again and again.   GET THE BOOK     YOU MAY ALSO LIKE   Faith Doesn't Take a Summer Break When school lets out, learning can slip away. Keep your child's faith and curiosity growing all season with free, joy-filled  Welcome to The Digital Pantry - an online resource that provides families with engaging, faith-based content such as games, videos, activities, and prayer resources. It is designed to help parents and children grow in their Catholic faith together in a fun, accessible, and practical way at home, and the pantry is open all summer long. From the Institute of Catholic Formation.   CHECK IT OUT               Sign up today for Holiness at Home SUBSCRIBE     Diocese of Bridgeport 100 Beard Sawmill Road, Suite 650 Shelton, CT 06484 You are receiving this email because you signed up for The Institute for Catholic Formation mailing list.  Preferences  |  Unsubscribe

Holiness at home Sacred Steps

No images? Click here   Holiness at Home     Sacred Steps Sacred Steps offers practical, age-based ideas to help parents become their child's first teachers of the faith. Through everyday moments of prayer, family traditions, service, and Christian living, parents model the Catholic virtues that help children grow into faithful disciples. Like Peter, children learn to build their lives on the solid rock of faith by following Jesus each day. SEE SACRED STEPS     LIVING YOUR FAITH AT HOME The Rock That Would Not Move One sunny day near Galilee, The birds sang sweetly in a tree. Under this tree Jesus sat with friends, Who heard the Truth that never ends. He gently asked, “Who do they see, When the people talk of me?” “They say a prophet,” one replied. “Or John the Baptist,” another cried. “Some think Elijah’s come once more. Some still are simply not quite sure.” Then Jesus smiled and asked again, “What do you believe, My friends?” CONTINUE READING DOWNLOAD THE ARTICLE     YOU MAY ALSO LIKE   The Cardinal Virtues: Prudence, Justice, Fortitude, Temperance | Catechism for Kids Catholic virtues are good habits that help children follow Jesus every day. Built on the three Theological Virtues (Faith, Hope, and Charity) and the four Cardinal Virtues (Prudence, Justice, Fortitude, and Temperance), these seven virtues guide children to make wise choices, love others, and live as Jesus taught. See this great video on what the Cardinal Virtues are; Why they are important for living a good life; and Simple ways to practice prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance every day.   WATCH THE VIDEO     YOU MAY ALSO LIKE   Faith Doesn't Take a Summer Break When school lets out, learning can slip away. Keep your child's faith and curiosity growing all season with free, joy-filled  Welcome to The Digital Pantry - an online resource that provides families with engaging, faith-based content such as games, videos, activities, and prayer resources. It is designed to help parents and children grow in their Catholic faith together in a fun, accessible, and practical way at home, and the pantry is open all summer long. From the Institute of Catholic Formation.   CHECK IT OUT               Sign up today for Holiness at Home SUBSCRIBE     Diocese of Bridgeport 100 Beard Sawmill Road, Suite 650 Shelton, CT 06484 You are receiving this email because you signed up for The Institute for Catholic Formation mailing list.  Preferences  |  Unsubscribe

holiness at Home Prayer

No images? Click here   Holiness at Home     Prayer Prayer helps children keep their eyes on Jesus every day by making Him a joyful part of family life. Whether talking with Him, listening in quiet moments, reading Scripture, offering thanks, or praying together as a family, these simple practices help children trust Jesus through life's storms. As they grow in prayer, they discover that Jesus is always near, guiding them with His peace, love, and courage. For 12 family-friendly ideas to encourage your children to make time each day to speak with God, listen for His voice, and place their trust in Him, see Prayer at Creating a Catholic Culture at Home at FirstWitnesses.org. CHECK OUT THE RESOURCES     LIVING YOUR FAITH AT HOME Keep Your Eyes on Jesus The day grew dim, the sun sank low, The breeze began to softly blow. The disciples climbed into their boat And watched it gently rock and float. “Row across,” their Teacher said. “I’ll meet you there. Go on ahead.” So off they went across the sea, As calm and brave as they could be. But soon the wind began to roar. The waves grew bigger than before. The boat bounced up! The boat dropped down! Each face now wore a worried frown. They pulled the oars with all their might Through the dark and stormy night. CONTINUE READING DOWNLOAD THE ARTICLE     YOU MAY ALSO LIKE   Coloring Book: Bible Verses for Anxiety and Peace - A Scripture Memory Journal This peaceful coloring and Scripture reflection book helps children keep their eyes on Jesus by filling their hearts and minds with His promises. Through Bible verses, prayer, and creative activities, children learn to trust Christ and find His peace in every season.   GET THE BOOK     YOU MAY ALSO LIKE   Faith Doesn't Take a Summer Break When school lets out, learning can slip away. Keep your child's faith and curiosity growing all season with free, joy-filled  Welcome to The Digital Pantry - an online resource that provides families with engaging, faith-based content such as games, videos, activities, and prayer resources. It is designed to help parents and children grow in their Catholic faith together in a fun, accessible, and practical way at home, and the pantry is open all summer long. From the Institute of Catholic Formation.   CHECK IT OUT               Sign up today for Holiness at Home SUBSCRIBE     Diocese of Bridgeport 100 Beard Sawmill Road, Suite 650 Shelton, CT 06484 You are receiving this email because you signed up for The Institute for Catholic Formation mailing list.  Preferences  |  Unsubscribe