The first day of classes can be nerve-wracking. Standing in front of a group of young people for the first time is intimidating. Introductions have yet to be made, expectations have yet to be [...]
Guiding K-8 learners through a Catholic religious education means walking with them across a wide span of growth and change. From the first Bible story in kindergarten to thoughtful reflection in [...]
Earlier this year, Steven Ellair sat down with John Roberto, Director of National Community of Catechetical Leaders (NCCL) to co-host a webinar titled Parents and Families at the Center of Faith [...]
Engage kids with fun and faith-filled activities from Discover! Finding Faith in Life. This Catholic activity calendar takes you through each month of the year, providing creative ways to [...]
This timeline from The Catholic Children’s Bible highlights important stories in the Bible. From the beginning of Genesis all the way to Jesus’ Death and Resurrection, this timeline helps [...]
Engage kids with fun and faith-filled activities from Discover! Finding Faith in Life. This Catholic activity calendar takes you through each month of the year, providing creative ways to [...]
This article contains insights from the recent webinar Parents and Families at the Center of Faith Formation. The webinar offered strategies for Directors of Religious Education (DREs) and [...]
It is not uncommon for classes and programs to start the year with a grounding theme or a centering idea. Start this new academic year by being intentional about inviting the children to care for [...]
“I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible. . . . ” begins the Nicene Creed, which Catholics all over the world pray during Mass. [...]
The Rosary is a popular devotion to Mary, the Mother of God. By praying the Rosary, we pray with Mary and we ask her to pray for us. The main part of the Rosary is to recite five sets of ten Hail [...]