Being Before Doing

Click Here to Download the PDF Even though I am both a teacher and a public speaker today, as a child I never thought I’d ever feel comfortable speaking in front of people. You see, I didn’t grow up with a lot of self-esteem. I was a smart kid and did great in school. But…

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The 7th Commandment – Justice & Human Dignity

When I tried to foresee what challenges my wife and I would face as parents, I never imagined that one of them would be stealing. To me, “Do not steal” was such a basic Commandment – sort of like “Do not kill.” Only really bad people committed these sins – or people with major psychological…

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Is Your Family a School of Prayer?

Download the PDF The title of this article may stop you in your tracks. As a parent, were you even aware that your family is supposed to be a school of prayer? In his general audience for January 4th, 2012, Pope Benedict XVI gives us a beautiful reflection that explains the importance of developing a…

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Parenting Virtues That Offer Clear Sight

We’re rolling out weekly parenting tips to help you embrace your role as a parent. Your journey to Christlike parenting begins here. Click here to get them for free! Parents are busy people! Most days, the best you can do is focus on the next thing: work, home, dinner, supervising homework, bedtime routine, bed. It…

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Lay the Foundation for Love by Teaching Interdependence

Click Here to Download the PDF Our schools and our culture – especially in America, the land of “Rugged Individualism” – put a lot of emphasis on independence. Do your own work. Take responsibility for your actions. Work hard, get a job, Make your own way in the world. Teaching children to become independent is…

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Remain Primary During the School Year

Click Here to Download the PDF The countdown is over. Another summer vacation is done. The frenzy of back to school preparation has passed and your children are back in school dressed in their new clothes with all their shiny school supplies. Some parents shed a tear when school begins. Others can hardly wait for…

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