Faith and Family

Faith and Family: Seasons of Change

Susan Hines-Brigger December 14, 2023

I know that the seasons ahead hold many exciting things. I am also realistic, though, and know that there will also be challenges along the way.

Avoiding Conflict on Thanksgiving

Marge Steinhage Fenelon November 23, 2023

For those who have difficult family situations, Thanksgiving can be a dreaded event that means dashed hopes, conflict, and sadness. But it needn't be that way.

Family poses on the beach | Photo by Tyler Nix on Unsplash

The Reality of Love

Susan Hines-Brigger February 14, 2023

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

We Pay It Forward

María Ruiz Scaperlanda December 19, 2022

It was a huge bag of peaches that took two kids to carry. I thanked them for their thoughtfulness, reflecting to myself, Who brings fruit from their backyard to the previous owners of their house? “It’s our pleasure, María! You ...

Faith and Family for August 7: Faithful Servants

Faith and Family team August 3, 2022

This week's Gospel is about preparedness and having our priorities straight.

Old wood barn in a green field with flowers

Faith and Family for July 31: Parable of the Rich Fool

Faith and Family team July 27, 2022

This week's Gospel tells the story of the rich man who continues to grown both his harvest and the barns in which he stores it. Jesus reminds him, though, that it could all be lost at any time.