Sacrament Essentials

2015 February

By Kiara Pirola | January 22, 2015

From the Editor As we move towards Lent, we turn our thoughts towards spiritual rejuvenation and toning. Just as an athlete prepares for weeks (or…

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…

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…

First Reconciliation Cards

By Kiara Pirola | January 21, 2015

Invite family and friends to pray for your child as they prepare for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Don’t forget your child’s Godparents! We have four…

Making a Baptism Candle

By Kiara Pirola | October 13, 2014

A white candle is an essential part of the Sacrament of Baptism. It is lit from the big Pascal Candle and is a symbol of…

Baptism Cakes

By Kiara Pirola | August 4, 2014

No Sacrament celebration is complete without cake! Here are some unique ideas to mark your child’s or godchild’s baptism. 1. Icing Sugar Patterns This is…

Watermelon Baptism Font

By Francine Pirola | August 4, 2014

A perfect summer treat and a healthier option to a cake, this watermelon recipe is so simple and fresh. All it takes is a watermelon,…

2014 August

By Kiara Pirola | August 4, 2014

From the Editor This month is the second in our Sacrament Essentials series. The featured sacrament is Baptism and we have written this with a…

2014 June

By Kiara Pirola | June 3, 2014

Hello and welcome to the first in our special series on the Sacraments! For Catholics, Sacraments are a big deal. They are major maturing milestones in…

First Communion Cards

By Kiara Pirola | June 2, 2014

Your child’s First Communion is a special opportunity to invite family and friends to pray for your child as they prepare for the Sacrament. We’ve…

Communion Colour-in

By Kiara Pirola | June 2, 2014

Your child’s First Communion is a big event and one that is often full of children of all ages including little ones. Keeping them engaged…

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…