When are Ember Days? There are 4 sets of Ember Days – one in each season. The fall Ember Days begin on the Wednesday following the Exaltation of the Holy Cross (which always falls on September 14). This year (2026), the fall Ember Days are on September 16, 18, and 19. What are Ember Days? […]

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In today’s Gospel, St. Peter asks Jesus how many times we must forgive someone who wrongs us. Jesus tells him “77 times,” and relays the parable of the king and his servants. Jesus’ mercy is infinite – What a powerful message to share with our children this week! Mercy and Forgiveness Matthew 18:21-35 Peter approached […]

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September is Dedicated to the Seven Sorrows of Mary September is the month in the Catholic Church that is dedicated to the Seven Sorrows of Mary. It is amazing that this devotion, focused on Our Lady’s Sorrows can truly help uplift us and reduce the anxiety or burdens we carry. In the words of Pope […]

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The Spiritual Legacy of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen by Fr. Charles P. Connor, S.T.L, Ph.D. Published by EWTN Publishing   The beatification of Ven. Fulton J. Sheen is coming up on September 24th! It is so exciting that we get to witness such a momentous event for an American Saint.  I have seen many of […]

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Let's commission and thank those who help us teach the faith in our local parish. Deanna Bartalini offers some ideas to help celebrate Catechetical Sunday on Sept 17, 2023,

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Whenever I hear this Gospel passage, I think about praying together as a family or with friends. Isn’t prayer so powerful and enjoyable with others? When someone asks me to pray for them, I try to pray right then – praying with them, if possible. It doesn’t have to be complicated. It can be a […]

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There is a running joke that newly ordained priests are “baby priests.” In this same vein of humor, new catechists are “baby catechists.” This can be an apt comparison. Are you struggling to find your footing and learn to walk? Do you sometimes want to sit down and throw a tantrum? G. K. Chesterton said, […]

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Today, I am sharing a fun St. Hildegard feast day science activity to do with your children. This would be great to complete for her feast day on September 17th or at an All Saints Day celebration. The lesson can be done with the entire family. You will learn about this powerful Doctor of the […]

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