Scriptural Prayer with Children
Among the many ways to pray, scriptural prayer is one of the best for children. The stories, images, characters, and words of the Bible are an excellent starting point for a child’s prayer. What better way to begin praying than to start with God’s own Word? Using Scripture as a foundation for prayer helps children […]
Prayer: The Heart of the Matter
When I first began teaching, I would invite the class to take several minutes for silent prayer before we began. Shortly after I started this, individual students would approach me privately and ask, “But what am I supposed to do during this time? I mean, I’m not sure how to pray.” Most students revealed that […]
Preparing Kids for Christmas: A Candlelight Prayer
The last days in class before Christmas can be hectic. Use this prayer service to spend some quiet time with your students. Create a peaceful atmosphere by turning down the lights the classroom and lighting all four candles on the Advent wreath. If possible, have a battery-operated candle at each desk or table. Display the […]
Prayer Service for Families Coping with Traumatic Events
About this article This prayer service offers families a way to come together to pray and reflect on recovering from traumatic events. Gathering Come together as a family. Set aside time for reflection and discussion. Turn off the news for a few moments. Gather together in a circle. Join hands if you wish. Take a […]
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Pre-Cana Packet
The complete Pre-Cana packet includes booklets and inserts to aid couples in preparing for marriage. Booklets are also available separately for individual purchase. Marriage: Discoveries and Encounters booklet Perspectives on Money Celebrate Your Wedding Day Alcohol and Drug Abuse Married Love Families: …
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In Touch with the Word
These books are ideal for liturgy planning, and they're perfect for helping the entire family stay focused on prayer—all week long!
In Times of Crisis
About this article This prayer service provides an opportunity for prayer and communal support in light of the aftermath of any disaster. The service can be used with any size group, and with various ages of young people. It is also appropriate for parish or school wide services. Overview This prayer service provides an opportunity […]
Teaching Kids About Our Lady of Sorrows
Opening Prayer On September 15th each year, the Church celebrates the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows, a day for prayer and reflection on the distinct sorrows that the Blessed Virgin Mary endured, such as the flight to Egypt or the separation from Jesus before finding him again at the temple. The greatest of these […]
When Hope Is Needed
About this article This prayer service is intended to bring hope during the difficult days that follow a tragedy. The service can be used with any size group, and with various ages of young people. It is also appropriate for parish or school wide services. Overview This prayer service is intended to bring hope during […]
Mastering the Words
We’ve all heard them—the bloopers or malaprops young children come up with as they articulate memorized prayer. The child who prays, “May the souls of the faithful departed rest in pieces” or the one who fervently asks that we “be delivered from email” can provide some fun moments during prayer, and more enjoyment later as […]
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Schoolwide Prayer in the Words of "Me"
What distinguishes a Catholic school from a public school? The obvious answer is that, at least potentially, a Catholic school is a faith community. Whether it is truly a faith community depends on more than the offering of religion courses, …
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Prayers of Praise
This activity is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students can fill in the spaces with personal prayers of praise and thanksgiving to God.
Embracing the Season of Creation
While many are familiar with the seasons of the Church such as Lent and Advent, not many are aware of the Season of Creation. This season begins on September 1, the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, and concludes on October 4, the Feast Day of Saint Francis of Assisi (the patron […]
