Liturgical Living

St. George: Simple ideas to celebrate

What kid doesn’t love dragons? On April 23 we will celebrate the patron saint of England, St. George. According to tradition, he was a Roman soldier in the Roman Army, who is often depicted as killing a dragon as a symbol of faith triumphing over evil. To celebrate St. George, make cupcakes and put them together to create a dragon! Practice “defeating” the dragon by eating them together as a family. It’s an easy activity that can be done with kids of all ages. We used almonds for the nose, Cashew nut halves for the teeth, candy eyes and edible […]

St. Zita feast: Activities and Craft ideas for kids

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St. Zita of Luca, the patron saint of domestic workers and lost keys, is celebrated on April 27! A Servant girl at 12, St.Zita won over her employers with her work ethic. St. Zita shared generously with the poor which caused her to be loathed by her fellow servants and was often in trouble. During a famine, she distributed beans from the storage which miraculously did not deplete when her employer checked it. As a model for hard work, using your faith to guide you, and never giving up on doing the right thing, St. Zita is a […]

Pentecost

Hello Everyone! The feast of Pentecost, marking the birth of the Church and the end of the Easter season, is right around the corner! That definitely calls for a celebration as we prepare to enter ordinary time. As we approach the end of the Easter season, it’s important to talk to your kids about the importance of Pentecost and what it means for us as Catholics. Here are some fun activities and ideas you can do with your kids. As always, these are low-prep, accessible activities for kids of all ages! Tell the Story of Pentecost It’s important for our […]

April Devotion: the Holy Eucharist (activities)

Happy April, everyone! This April brings lots of celebration and moments to spend with our kids talking to them about our Lord. One of the beautiful things about April is that the month is dedicated to the Holy Eucharist, making it a great time to talk to our kids about this important part of our Catholic Faith. The Holy Eucharist, also called Holy Communion or the Lord’s Supper, is a commemoration of Jesus’ Last Supper. We are blessed to partake in the body and blood of Jesus. Our children will grow to appreciate this significant moment in Mass as they […]

Countdown to Good Friday with Stations of the Cross

Good Friday is coming soon! Follow along as we journey through the 14 Stations of the Cross. Children learn through play best.Playtime allows for reflection through the use of senses and imagination. Check back to this post each day for each activity. Read a reflection or Bible passage about the station each day. Provide materials and let free play. Be open to questions as they ponder and play about the station each day. 1st Station: Jesus is Condemned to Death 2nd Station: Jesus Carries His Cross Materials: Sticks /twigs/ pop sickle sticks or even wooden blocks and string/yarn/rope Read about […]

Divine Mercy Sunday- Simple ideas to celebrate the Feast

“There is nothing more man needs than Divine Mercy – that love which is benevolent, which is compassionate, which raises man above his weakness to the infinite heights to the holiness of God.” ~ St. John Paul II Divine Mercy Sunday is celebrated on the first Sunday following Easter. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to celebrate with our kids and teach them about God’s love, forgiveness, and mercy. Here are some ideas for things to do with your kids on Divine Mercy Sunday. Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet: Pray the Mercy Chaplet together, if possible at 3 […]

The Three Pillars of Lent (with kids)

Lent is a time for fasting, prayer, and giving. It’s a time for us to truly reflect on our lives while living each day through Christ. There are three Pillars to guide us through Lent: Almsgiving, Fasting, and Prayer. Each of this are important pieces to help us stand strong and live through Christ each day. The Lenten Worksheet set focuses on each of these every Sunday Prayer “But when you pray, go to your private room, shut yourself in, and so pray to our Father who is in that secret place, and your Father who sees all that is […]

Celebrate St. Joseph with little ones

The month of March is dedicated to St. Joseph. Here are some special privileges of devotion to St. Joseph: Attaining the virtue of purity and overcoming the sensual inclinations of the flesh Procuring powerful help to escape sin and return to the friendship of God Increasing the love and devotion to the most Holy Mary Securing the grace of a happy death and protection against the demons in that hour Filling the demons with terror at the mere mention of his name by his clients Gaining health of body and assistance in all kinds of difficulties Securing issue of children […]

Lent ideas for families with kids

Lent is here. A time of preparation, a time of waiting, a time of surrender. How do we help kids understand this time, instead of jumping to Easter festivities and fun? Here are some simple things we do at home: Crown of thorns The most common and meaningful way to to prepare for lent is this. We have repurposed our Advent wreath, which was originally a bird’s nest, to make the crown with toothpick thorns. Each day we will try to help ease Jesus’ pain a little by all the good things we can offer. Stations of the cross is […]

Ash Wednesday and praying for Ukraine with kids

Ash Wednesday is the first day of Lent. Today the burnt ashes of last year’s palm leaves are put on our foreheads. It is a reminder of our temporary journey on earth and our ultimate destination in Heaven. It prepares us for the season we are entering. My kids get really excited for today coz it’s the only day of the year they get to act like adults, stand in line and get something (ashes) unlike other days where receiving something (communion) is only a privilege for parents. Here are some simple ways to explain the significance of Ash Wednesday […]