Angel of peace! come, Michael, to our aid, Thou who didst once chase discord from the sky; Come, calm those boisterous passions that have made Such havoc here as they have made on high; Drive strife and rancor to their kindred gloom, To Hell,...
Art Angel Gallery jewelry designs are born of a love for art and faith. Owner and designer Raphael Fitzgerald holds an M.A. in Art History and specializes in vintage holy card jewelry.Raphael has generously offered to give away the following handmade bracelets and...
Knowing how Pope Francis likes to mingle with the crowds, the kids decided to insert another stop into his American visit. In his surprise fashion, Pope Francis made an impromptu detour to our home.They readied the place for him by building a cathedral with their...
It's another historic day in the Catholic Church as our Holy Father visits the United States of America and Father Junípero Serra becomes the very first saint to be canonized on U.S. soil!Junípero Serra was a Spanish Franciscan friar who founded a mission in Baja...
The feast of Sts. Michael, Gabriel & Raphael, Archangels, traditionally known as Michaelmas, is coming up on September 29th. Today I'm sharing 5 Ways to Celebrate Michaelmas over at TAN Homeschool!In addition to my post over at TAN Homeschool you can find...
Saint Matthew from Catholic Folk ToysYou can find the recipe over at Catholic Cuisine... Matthew from The Twelve Apostles by Marianna Mayer... or just pick up some PayDay bars! (but my kiddos all say the homemade bars are "SO. MUCH. BETTER!" I wouldn't...
Our new school year is off to a great start! I'm still trying to fine tune our weekly schedule (and figure out how to possibly accomplish all my goals for each week and keep up with everything I need to keep up with!) but at this point we are spending our Thursday...
Congratulations on your Drivers Permit, Captain!Grant me, O Lord, a steady hand and watchful eye, That no one shall be hurt as I pass by. Thou gavest life, I pray no act of mine May take away or mar that gift of Thine. Shelter those, dear Lord, who...
Our Lady of Guadalupe, Our Lady of Knock, and Our Lady of CzestochowaA couple years ago I shared pictures along with the links to the sweet little Shining Light Dolls in a {pretty, happy, funny, real} post and Preparing for Christmas :: Seven Fun Finds for...
"Happiness can only be achieved by looking inward and learning to enjoy whatever life has and this requires transforming greed into gratitude." ~ St. John Chrysostom It may not be nearly as frequent as we would prefer, but we are so very grateful that we are...
Father in heaven, grant me the grace to appreciate the dignity which you have conferred on me. Let me realize that not even the Angels have been blessed with such a privilege—to share in your creative miracle and bring new Saints to heaven. Make me a good mother to all my children after the example of Mary, the Mother of your Son. Through the intercession of Jesus and Mary I ask your continued blessings on my family. Let us all be dedicated to your service on earth and attain the eternal happiness of your kingdom in heaven. Amen.
