Talking to your son about the changes in his body can feel overwhelming, but it’s one of the most important conversations you’ll have as he grows. Puberty is a pivotal time of physical and emotional development, and guiding your son through these changes with openness and respect is key to helping him understand his body,…
As parents, guiding children through the complexities of today’s world includes teaching them the value of chastity—living a life of purity, self-respect, and understanding the sacredness of their body and relationships. While discussing chastity can be challenging, it’s an essential conversation to have as they grow and begin to encounter the world’s messages around love…
In today’s world, children are exposed to hyper-sexualized messages at an alarmingly early age. Whether through media, social networks, advertising, or peer pressure, the challenge for families is greater than ever. As parents, our task is to guide and protect our children, helping them navigate this culture while upholding their dignity, faith, and self-worth. Here…
Protecting Your Children in the Digital Age: 5 Essential Resources for Parents With media messages bombarding children from all angles—TV, social media, apps, and even at school—guiding them to live according to faith and values is more important than ever. The good news is, you don’t have to do it alone. Many resources for parents…
St. John Paul II was a prolific teacher on human sexuality, emphasizing its deep connection to the dignity of the human person. Through his writings and Wednesday audiences, he reminded us that human sexuality is not merely a physical act but a profound expression of love that reflects the image of God. St. John Paul…
“If you live marriage as God wishes you to, in a holy way, your house will be a bright and cheerful home, full of peace and joy.” – St. Josemaria, Christ is Passing By As St. Josemaria states in Christ is Passing By, we have a very special opportunity to bring about happiness and joy…
It is a special responsibility that parents have to develop routines and traditions that encourage closeness and the strengthening of virtue in the family. While this responsibility may seem daunting in an age where distractions are prevalent and the family is often attacked, it is essential that parents draw courage from the knowledge that building…
Grandparents’ Day is celebrated on July 26, the feast day of Jesus’ grandparents, Sts. Joachim and Anne! While there are many ways to maintain a relationship with grandparents, whether they are near or far, what can we do to celebrate them on this special holiday? Take a seat! Gather your children! Get your creative minds…
When freedom is misunderstood as the ability to choose to do whatever you want whenever you want, it is absolutely critical to teach children the true meaning of freedom. Parents have the great task of teaching children to use their freedom in order to respect the dignity of themselves and others. While the task may…
Navigating identity challenges in the family can be a complex and sensitive journey. As parents, it can be difficult to address the challenges while maintaining a firm understanding of truth and morality. Thankfully, the Church provides a framework within the Catechism that will help guide parents and families in navigating identity challenges. “[Those with disordered…
As you educate your children in their Christian Faith, Jesus’ message of friendship as self-sacrifice may often make its way into your conversations. On its surface, it seems so simple – Jesus loves us all so much that he gave his life so we could go to heaven. However, as the little ones start getting older,…
Written in 1995, Pope St. John Paul II’s Letter to Women is a significant document in understanding the role of women in families and society. While brief, the letter addresses all women in gratitude for their gifts, talents, and feminine genius which provides depth to culture. We are seeing a gentle push for women to…
