Parenting

Taking Kids to Mass

By Francine Pirola | June 21, 2017

“Let the little children come to me” Francine’s Story “Have you ever been to Mass with a restless toddler or unsettled baby? I have. Plenty…

Sacrament Essentials : Reconciliation

By Francine and Byron Pirola | June 19, 2017

What’s this Sacrament business all about? As human beings we communicate through our body; through our words, gestures, facial expressions, and actions. Communication is so…

Reconciliation: Parenting Points

By Francine and Byron Pirola | June 6, 2017

The difference between ‘I’m sorry’ and ‘forgive me?’ Saying ‘sorry’ is different to asking for ‘forgiveness’. When we say sorry to someone, it is an…

2016 Oct | Embrace

By Isabella Garcia | October 4, 2016

From the Editor Marilyn Rodrigues Marriages are central to the life of the Church, our culture and society. They are vital to our future. St…

All Hallows’ Eve Soul Cakes

By Isabella Garcia | September 27, 2016

A soul cake is a small round cake made for All Souls’ Day (the 2nd November), according to a centuries-old tradition from Britain and Ireland.…

2016 Sept | Evangelise

By Isabella Garcia | August 31, 2016

From the Editor Marilyn Rodrigues We have no greater treasure to pass on to our children than our faith. Father of three Sam Guzman, mother…

“A and O” Tic Tac Toe

By Isabella Garcia | August 31, 2016

This new twist on an old favourite game will make a terrific handmade Father’s Day gift! Instead of the traditional noughts and crosses, use the…

Salt Dough Cross

By Isabella Garcia | August 18, 2016

Kids young and old will love to make and decorate these crosses! They can be hung up or placed in your prayer space on the…

2016 July | Creation – Care of the Common Home

By Marilyn Rodrigues | June 29, 2016

From the Editor Marilyn Rodrigues  On awe, praise and the care of creation Has your child ever been captivated by the sight of a full,…

Nature Art

By CathFamily | June 27, 2016

We invite you and your children to join us in reflecting on Pope Francis’ message and on God’s stunning work of creation that is our…

In Union With Creation

By CathFamily | June 27, 2016

Father, We praise you with all your creatures. They came forth from your all-powerful hand; they are yours, filled with your presence and your tender…

Take back your Family in Three Steps

By CathFamily | February 28, 2016

When I suggest to parents that they need to carve out regular time each day as a family to work together, play together, talk with…