Catholic Families

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New Beginnings

God encounters our season of pain and brings forth healing and new life.

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The Reality of Love

I have a confession to make: Sometimes I don’t like my kids. The same thing goes for my husband, Mark, too.
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Franciscan Inspirations: An Important Question for Fathers

I came across a beautiful observation about dads and wanted to share it with you. “The warmest scarf a man can wear is the arm of his little boy or girl around his neck.” It is so true.
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Dear Reader: Changing Seasons

By the time you read this, the year will quickly be coming to an end and opening the door to a new one.
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When Your Adult Child Chooses a Different Path

Parenting doesn't stop just because your child grows up. But our roles will change, evolve, and deepen with God's help.
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Faith Unpacked: ‘I Am a Work in Progress’

My son and I are working on a project together. He is trying to keep his room clean, and so am I. To be honest, keeping things clean is a never-ending effort in our home.
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Hey, Mom and Dad…Slow Down!

The other day I was driving to work when I got caught in a massive traffic jam courtesy of a construction project.
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