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St Jerome Costume
Jacob decided to be St. Jerome. I think the fact that he’s learning Latin this year helped in that choice since St Jerome translated the...
Nov 1, 2011
Saint Winifred Costume
Rachel wanted to be Saint Winifred. Saint Winifred was attacked by a man who wanted her to do sinful things, but Winifred fought against...
Nov 1, 2011
All Saints Day Costumes for 2011
Our kids chose a nice mixture of saints this year! They like to keep mom’s brain active when it comes to creative thought! 😉
Nov 1, 2011
Seeing God's Reflection ~ Taking a moment to reflect
Hours turn into days, days into weeks, weeks to months, and months to years. Time flies by and we just keep moving with it almost like it...
Oct 26, 2011
Mary and St. Anne Felt Doll/Statues ~ Craft
These simple craft projects were the start of our felt doll/statue fun! We got a lot more adventurous after making these first few. But...
Oct 3, 2011
Saint Margaret Mary ~ Sacred Heart ~ Doll Craft
This is a simple and perfect craft project to celebrate the feast of Saint Margaret Mary (Oct 17) or the Sacred Heart (19 days after...
Sep 27, 2011
St Therese Felt Doll/Statue ~ Craft
St Therese’s Feast day is Oct. 1 and this is a perfect craft project to celebrate her feast day! This cute little craft doll/statue can...
Sep 26, 2011
Sunday is Our Family Together Day!
According to scripture and the Second Commandment, the Lord’s Day (Sunday) is meant to be a day set apart from every other day. It’s a...
Sep 11, 2011
Happy Birthday Mary!!
Our annual birthday party for Mother Mary was lots of fun! But Abby (age 4) was just worried that Mary wouldn’t come! So she allowed our...
Sep 8, 2011
About Catholics and Statues? ~ The Truth!
As a child, I rode home from school on a bus stuffed-full of public school kids. My siblings and I were the only Catholic school kids on...
Sep 7, 2011
Jesus Baptism ~ John the Baptist ~ Seashell Ornament - Free Download
My kids just loved this fun and easy craft project. These lovely shells are decorated with an image of Jesus Baptism, the Holy Spirit,...
Aug 29, 2011
John the Baptist ~ Jesus Baptism ~ Seashell Wreath
Here is a craft that would be perfect for the feast of Jesus Baptism in January, the feast of John the Baptist (June 24), or the...
Aug 29, 2011
Our Lady Star of the Sea ~ Ocean in a Bottle Craft
You may have seen the “ocean in a bottle” craft before, but this is my Catholic twist on this wonderful old craft. I have simply added a...
Aug 27, 2011
Watercoloring a Picture of Mary and Baby Jesus ~ Practice with Watercolors
This is an art project meant to help kids ages 8 and older learn a simple way of using watercolors. Of course, the abilities of the...
Aug 17, 2011
St Jane Frances de Chantal ~ Printable Children's Book - FREE Download
This printable book is a wonderful way to reinforce the virtue of “Love of Neighbor” to children. It is a short story and is illustrated...
Aug 11, 2011
Large Families ~ Why want so many kids?
I’m sure most women would think I’m a complete nutcase for wanting more children after having 9 babies, but I assure you that before I...
Aug 5, 2011
Morning Offering Prayer ~ Banner Craft - FREE Download
This craft is a helpful reminder for kids to say the Morning Offering. Once it’s completed it can be hung on the refrigerator, next to...
Jul 28, 2011
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, St Simon Stock, and the Scapular ~ Skit and Craft
Hang this wall scapular on your wall as a reminder of the precious scapular, its story, and Mary’s promises to those who wear a scapular...
Jul 17, 2011
Kateri Tekakwitha ~ Craft - Free Download
In honor of Kateri Tekakwitha! Have fun making a Christian Indian headband. Okay, it's probably not historically correct, but the kids...
Jul 16, 2011
Mary Walking Among the Flowers ~ Color and Create!
This craft project depicts Mary walking among the flowers. It’s a very simple craft for young or old. Simply print off the floral frame...
Jul 14, 2011
Jesus in the Eucharist ~ Monstrance Art Project
It’s important for children to learn about Eucharistic Adoration and Holy Hours. What better way to pray to Jesus!? But before you take...
Jul 13, 2011
Jesus in the Eucharist ~ Art Project - Free Download
This craft project is to help children understand that Jesus is truly present in the Holy Eucharist. Although Jesus is hidden, He is...
Jul 3, 2011
Catholic Church Birthday Party ~ Cake Topper -PDF
Pentecost Cake Topper Pentecost is the birthday of the Catholic Church. This is a cake topper for a “Catholic Church Birthday Party”...
Jun 13, 2011
Pentecost Pin-less Pinwheel ~ Symbol of Fire and Wind
On the day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit appeared as wind and fire (Tongues of Fire) This craft is meant to help remind children of those...
Jun 13, 2011
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