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  • Let’s be Real; Trucks or Books?

    So, sometimes we just have to be real. We have these dreams of quiet, attentive reading time with our littles. That does happen sometimes and PTL, it’s a gift! But then there are many, many other times when our littles… Continue reading

  • A Rhythm of Rest and Reading

    Rest and reading go together well.  Reading the right content can be inspirational, comforting, educational and restful in and of itself.  Resting can be healthy and rejuvenating for us as well.  Maybe that’s why our very Creator not only suggested… Continue reading

  • Holy Week at Home

    The Days of Holy Week and What They Mean, JerseyCatholic.com PALM SUNDAY: on this day, Christians commemorate Jesus’ ‘triumphal entry’ into Jerusalem where the Gospels tell us He was greeted with crowds waving palm branches and crying “Hosanna! Blessed is the… Continue reading

  • Preparing for HOLY WEEK

    “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” Romans 12:2 ESV Sometimes I have… Continue reading

  • St. Patrick and the Shamrock!

    We are in the season of LENT, which we know is a Christian season of reflection and repentance. And, we are about to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! There is a beautiful, historical, Christian meaning behind this holiday as well, one… Continue reading

  • Sharing EASTER

    This year, Easter will fall on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Easter is one of the central holidays, or Holy Days, of Christianity. It honors the Resurrection of Jesus three days after His death by crucifixion. For many Christian churches, Easter is the joyful… Continue reading

  • Easter Hunt

    Hunting for Easter eggs can be fun, and yes, we hid eggs for our kids to find when they were young. Where did this idea come from? I learned a lot when I started looking into this tradition! “Easter eggs… Continue reading

  • The Value of “STORY”

    When Jesus wanted to teach us about God, His love, and His purpose, He used stories!  When He wanted to teach us about how to treat others and how to forgive, He used stories. When He wanted to show us… Continue reading

  • THE VALUE OF “STORY”

    When Jesus wanted to teach us about God, His love, and His purpose, He used stories!  When He wanted to teach us about how to treat others and how to forgive, He used stories. When He wanted to show us… Continue reading

  • Who was Saint Valentine?

    I’m not sure if I ever really learned the history of Valentine’s Day or the story of Saint Valentine as a child.    Yes, there was a man in Ancient Roma named St. Valentine.  He was a Roman priest and physician… Continue reading

  • Snow Day, Know (no?) Day

    We’re experiencing SNOW DAYS in NC this winter, a rare occurence. We’ve just had two winter storms, back to back, and this past one brought us over 11 inches of snow! It’s been beautiful, peaceful, and of course, a time… Continue reading

  • TEACH THEM TO PRAY

    An essential part of being connected to the Lord is through prayer, talking to Him. Spending quiet time with Him. Letting the Holy Spirit speak. Abiding, away from distractions. Prayer can and should take on many forms. It’s important that… Continue reading