Rituals & Prayer

Ash Wednesday Prayer

By Francine and Byron Pirola | February 10, 2015

Lent begins with Ash Wednesday, a day on which Catholics traditionally resist eating between meals (fasting) and avoid eating meat (abstaining). Many Catholics also attend…

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Act of Contrition Cards

By Kiara Pirola | January 21, 2015

A business card-sized Act of Contrition to keep handy in your wallet or purse. An essential item if you’re not too good at remembering these…

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Examination of Conscience

By Kiara Pirola | January 21, 2015

Preparing for Reconciliation is a must. A simple five minutes to slow down and reflect is all you need to make this sacrament meaningful and…

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Prayer on the Run

By Kiara Pirola | January 20, 2015

Let’s face it; modern parenting is a vast juggling act. Between school, sports, music, coaching, medical appointments and homework it’s common to feel overwhelmed. Add to the…

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Days of Gratitude

By Kiara Pirola | December 22, 2014

Here at CathFamily, we’re a little bit into Gratitude at the moment! Consciously cultivating gratitude in your life can alter the way you see the…

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Pray for the Synod on the Family

By Kiara Pirola | September 24, 2014

Pope Francis has called all people to pray for him and the upcoming Synod on the Family. This will be a comprehensive review of the…

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Growing in Love

By Kiara Pirola | June 5, 2014

The popularity of St Valentine’s Day grew out of the joy of celebrating romantic married love. The celebration also encourages us to renew and develop…

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Spiritual Communion Prayer

By Kiara Pirola | June 2, 2014

  We are required to attend Mass every Sunday and to participate in the celebration. For most of us, this includes receiving communion, though there…

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Family Stations of the Cross

By Francine Pirola | April 1, 2014

Children love candles! Use this simple prayer format to engage the family in the Passion of Jesus. Beginning with 12 lit candles, read each station and…

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Children’s Station of the Cross

By Francine Pirola | April 1, 2014

Based on a version of the Via Crucis used by Pope John Paul II at the Colosseum in Rome, this worksheet can be used to…

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Angel Prayers

By Kiara Pirola | February 21, 2014

Angels are effective intercessors for us like the saints in heaven. Get spiritually in touch with the Archangels and guardian angels with these beautiful prayer…

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Family Prayer

By Kiara Pirola | July 5, 2013

Some kind of regular family prayer ritual is critical to fostering your child’s emerging relationship with God. Some families say a whole Rosary after dinner,…

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