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Teaching Catholic Kids is a special section of the Our Sunday Visitor Parish (www.osvparish.com) web site that's dedicated to Catholic kids and their teachers--whether that's parents, catechists, or school teachers! Every month we offer free activities and downloads to share with kids, as well as support resources for their grownups.
St. John Chrysostom is a Doctor of the Church who lived from about 347-407. He was one of the Catholic Faith’s great theogologians. St. John was such a good preacher that he was known as the “golden-mouthed,” or “Chrysostom.” Here's more to share with your Catholic kids!
St. John Chrysostom is a Doctor of the Church who lived from about 347-407. He was one of the Catholic Faith’s great theogologians. St. John was such a good preacher […]
Whether you’re a back-to-school pro or facing hurdles you never imagined, we’ve pulled together some fun links and resources from around the Catholic interwebs! https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/back-to-school-round-up-prayers-resources-and-fun-for-your-family/
PRAYER OF HIS HOLINESS BENEDICT XVI
O God of love, compassion, and healing,
look on us, people of many different faiths and traditions,
who gather today at this site,
the scene of incredible violence and pain.
We ask you in your goodness
to give eternal light and peace
to all who died here—
the heroic first-responders:
our fire fighters, police officers,
emergency service workers, and Port Authority personnel,
along with all the innocent men and women
who were victims of this tragedy
simply because their work or service
brought them here on September 11, 2001.
We ask you, in your compassion
to bring healing to those
who, because of their presence here that day,
suffer from injuries and illness.
Heal, too, the pain of still-grieving families
and all who lost loved ones in this tragedy.
Give them strength to continue their lives with courage and hope.
We are mindful as well
of those who suffered death, injury, and loss
on the same day at the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
Our hearts are one with theirs
as our prayer embraces their pain and suffering.
God of peace, bring your peace to our violent world:
peace in the hearts of all men and women
and peace among the nations of the earth.
Turn to your way of love
those whose hearts and minds
are consumed with hatred.
God of understanding,
overwhelmed by the magnitude of this tragedy,
we seek your light and guidance
as we confront such terrible events.
Grant that those whose lives were spared
may live so that the lives lost here
may not have been lost in vain.
Comfort and console us,
strengthen us in hope,
and give us the wisdom and courage
to work tirelessly for a world
where true peace and love reign
among nations and in the hearts of all.
Ground Zero, New York
Sunday, 20 April 2008
In case you need a refresher, on TeachingCatholicKids.com today, you'll find some of the most common traditional prayers. These prayers are also used to pray the Rosary. https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/common-prayers/
Since ancient times, the natural world has been one of the ways that people come to know about God and experience his wisdom and glory. Unfortunately, the practice of reflecting on God using the natural world as a sort of “icon” for the divine has been neglected by many Christians who are put off by the secular practice of treating nature as the only way of encountering God, along with the tendency of New Age spirituality to divinize nature. But ignoring the ways that we can encounter the presence of God in the natural world cuts us off from an important part of our tradition, not to mention a way of experiencing God’s presence with a sense of awe, wonder, and joy. On Teaching Catholic Kids today you'll find five ways to pray with nature! https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/prayer-inspired-by-nature/
"Open wide the doors to Christ!" -- Pope St. John Paul II
September 8, is the feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary — Mary’s birthday! God’s gift of His Son to humankind was preceded by another precious gift — the gift of the Mother of His Son. https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/nativity-of-the-blessed-virgin-mary/
Happy weekend! What's on your schedule? Mass of course. Why not plan a family night? We have 9 (NINE!) ideas for you and your family, and if you have suggestions, add 'em in the comments. https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/9-activities-for-family-night/
Today we celebrate the feasts of Anjezë (Agnes) Gonxhe Bojaxhiu--St. Teresa of Calcutta, or as we often call her, Mother Teresa! She was born August 26, 1910, in Skopje, Macedonia; she joined the Sisters of Loretto in 1928, taking the name Teresa, after St. Thérèse of Lisieux. On TeachingCatholicKids.com today, you and your Catholic kids will learn all about this holy woman!
https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/meet-st-teresa-of-calcutta-saints-for-kids/
New school year, new habits ... same old toys?! Maybe it's time to participate in the Toy Purge Challenge. Gather up all those toys (usually underfoot!) and sort 'em out: keep, donate, throw away. Here's some help getting started: https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/toy-purge-challenge/
The monthly devotion for September is the Seven Sorrows of Mary. This week on TeachingCatholicKids.com, you'll find help in talking to your kids about the devotion and Bible verses for all seven, plus a list of September feasts, a Bible verse for the month, prayer prompts, and more! Have a faith-filled month: https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/the-seven-sorrows-of-mary-monthly-devotion-for-september/
Our Catholic faith has a long tradition of teaching about labor…and Labor Day is the perfect time to share it with your kids! Here’s some background, plus some activities to try. https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/labor-day/
"Nothing can separate us from God's love" -- St. Paul
The ability to multitask has become a badge of honor in our society. With the idea that we can “have it all” if we can “do it all,” we push ourselves to take on an ever-increasing number of responsibilities and often find our stress levels increasing as well. Here's some help if your kids are feeling the pressure: https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/how-much-activity-is-too-much/
Are your kids scared of the dark? Find out what happened when one family lost power at night--and discovered how God can help us face the darkness. https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/perfect-dark/
Set aside a special place in your home for prayer and holy objects—a small table, the mantle above your fireplace, a corner with shelves and comfortable seating. Use the space as a physical reminder of God’s presence in your home, as well as your intention as a family to create “space” for God in your life. Here's how: https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/home-oratory/
Are Catholic families supposed to be different? What would that difference look like? Check out these 5 ways that Catholic families stand apart! https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/five-marks-of-the-catholic-family/
When we look at Mass as sharing a holy meal with our beloved brother Jesus and the rest of our Church family, we can come to understand that it is truly “in the breaking of the bread that we come to know him.” https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/the-mass-as-a-holy-meal/
Who are your favorite mom saints? Today on TeachingCatholicKids.com you'll find several holy women who kissed boo-boos, changed diapers and, in some cases, raised their own little saints: https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/your-favorite-mom-saints/
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit.
As it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever.
Amen.
Saturdays in Ordinary Time are dedicated to Our Blessed Mother. Any special remembrance of her on Saturdays--going to Mass or saying a Rosary, for example--are wonderful ways to honor her. On TeachingCatholicKids.com, we have more ideas--how about starting the day with pancakes shaped in Marian symbols? https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/ordinary-time-saturdays/
Fall brings the beginning of a new school year, and with new beginnings come new fears — for parents and children. Yet, God never calls us to something we can’t handle. The phrase “Do not be afraid” appears in the Bible dozens of times — perhaps the most of any of God’s admonitions in Scripture. How can we follow God’s word to be not afraid, and how can we help our children be confident in God’s plans for them? https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/do-not-be-afraid-helping-your-family-move-from-fear-to-courage/
The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Holy Queen, pray for us!
https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/queenship-of-mary/
The feast of the Queenship of Mary on August 22 is more than just another way of honoring Mary as the mother of Jesus; it is also a reminder that all of us are “kings and queens” in the Kingdom of God—even the youngest of your kids! Find help in explaining the feast to your Catholic kids, as well as some ways to celebrate! https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/queenship-of-mary/
A lot of Catholic parents would love to say the Rosary with their kids . . . if the experience wasn’t quite so, erm . . . fraught. At our house, we barely make it out of the preliminaries before the littles are swinging their beads around like lassos . . . which inevitably become airborne missiles . . . and if you have ever been whacked in the face by a rosary mid-Hail Mary, you know it kind of ruins the mood. Fortunately, we’ve come up with a couple insights that help us to pray the Rosary as a family in a more sane and meaningful way. Here's help: https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/13-tips-for-praying-the-rosary-with-kids/
A Homework Prayer
Thank you, God
for the gifts of
knowledge and faith.
Please bless my studies
today and every day.
Help me to learn and grow
and remember everything
that I need to know.
Amen.
https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/homework-prayer/
"Choose life!" -- St. Gianna Molla
Another school year has begun. I waved goodbye to my three kids this morning, one off to each school — high school, middle school and elementary school. Of course, we took our customary front-step photo, each of them doing their best not to roll their eyes. Me? I was doing my best not to openly weep. It’s true what they say about time. But here's what I took to God in prayer, and he never fails! What about you?
https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/prayers-on-the-first-day-of-a-new-school-year/
We all have those relationships that don’t need much attention but still manage to thrive. Relationships about which we say, “We just pick right up where we left off no matter how long we go without seeing one another.” Our relationship with God can be that way sometimes. Today on TeachingCatholicKids.com you'll find some words to say and thoughts to carry when God feels far away — not because we’re hurting, but because our lives are full of blessings.
https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/remembering-god-in-the-good-times/
Blessed Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary! Take a moment to talk with your Catholic kids about the meaning and history of this important feast (help on the website!) and watch a short video from Dr. Scott Hahn: https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/celebrate-the-solemnity-of-the-assumption/
(And find some celebration ideas too!)
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Your weather may be hot or cold, rainy or sunny, but it's always good to spend a little time outside! Use your time outdoors to share the Church’s teaching about the environment with your children. Here are some talking points! https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/prayer-inspired-by-nature/
What are the best practices for raising faith-filled kids? Today we're sharing an article by John Roberto, a widely respected expert in Catholic family faith formation. The article was initially written for church professionals; we’re sharing it because we think many parents will find in it a useful guide and inspiration for their own practice. https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/best-practices/
Every Catholic is familiar with the sights, the sounds and even the smells that adorn the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass--and Catholic kids have questions about them! Glowing candles, ringing bells and the aroma of incense are etched forever in our senses. These ancient sacramentals both inspire and excite us during our worship and adoration of Almighty God. Their use dates back thousands of years. Don't miss this explainer to help your Catholic kids understand and love what it's all about. https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/smells-and-bells/
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