Monica McConkey, Author at Equipping Catholic Families

no more video games for Sacrament gifts

April 20, 2012 by Monica McConkey 3 Comments

This is the time of year when parents and Godparents might scramble to get that Sacrament gift for their child or Godchild receiving their First Holy Communion or Confirmation. Rosaries, bibles and prayerbooks are always appropriate, but sometimes fearing duplicates, we resort to cash…or a video game. How about a special Catholic “All about Me” book …

celebrating the child’s journey through the Sacraments…

Filed Under: Hand in Hand with Jesus Faith Journal, Sacraments

Awesome Catholic Products NCEA 2012: Links of LightBulbs {13}

April 17, 2012 by Monica McConkey Leave a Comment

We just returned from the NCEA 2012…the

National Catholic Education Association

Filed Under: Catholic conferences

Winner announced for Giveaway: God’s Heart for You!

April 9, 2012 by Monica McConkey 1 Comment

Announcing that Patty S.J. is the winner ofGod’s Heart for You! Thanks to all who participated in the

God’s Heart for You Giveaway!

Filed Under: giveaway

Simplified Seder Supper

April 5, 2012 by Monica McConkey 4 Comments

Jesus was celebrating the Seder Supper AS He instituted the Holy Eucharist, knowing that He would take the place of the Sacrificial Lamb. =&0=& =&1=& =&2=& Expanded Seder Supper with Script $6 PDF Download OR you can get our original Simplified Seder Supper printable Our Simplified Seder Supper…is an excerpt from A Treasure Chest of Traditions for Catholic Families, reformatted into a neat 2 page printable with a couple new illustrations. This is a sneak peek at the printable!

***2026 Seder Supper Printables Updated***

Comprehensive 24-page Sacred Supper Printable ($12)
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Expanded Seder Supper Printable (with Script) $6
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And here is a Simplified Seder Supper guide
…adapted with references to the Last Supper for just $2
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Filed Under: Holy Week, Lent

God’s Heart for You {GIVEAWAY and Printable Prayer Doodle}

March 27, 2012 by Monica McConkey 16 Comments

God’s Heart for You
by Holley Gerth

Book Badge Review, Doodle Summary and {Giveaway}

This is a treasure of a book. The form factor…its small pocketbook size, padded, board-book cover make it a special little gift with a big message. Affirming and personal and grounded in Scripture, this book offers a reminder of our dignity and preciousness as daughters of God.

Filed Under: giveaway, Reviews

Scrapbooking for Sacraments {free printable}

March 21, 2012 by Monica McConkey 1 Comment

=&0=& series of Cathletics Craft Kits by PDF downloadable,

with edits reflecting the NEW Mass,
added Kelly Comics graphics and better resolution, we are releasing a FREEBIE PDF of graphics (in vibrant color) and journalling prompts for use with any of our 3 kits:

Filed Under: Catholic Crafts, Sacraments

Holy Week Link-Up is up and running!

March 15, 2012 by Monica McConkey 2 Comments

Holy Week Fiestas de Enlaces

Filed Under: link-up, Catholic Bloggers Network

TY dolls to Saints: Index

March 6, 2012 by Monica McConkey 6 Comments

This is my special Project Gallery for TY doll to SAINT makeovers!

Here’s a better look at Lucia’s TY Saint Dolls!

I have a couple of posts about my
TY dolls to Saints Makeovers.
Do you remember TY dolls? This is what the TY dolls look like…before…

Filed Under: Saints

Daytimer Prayer

February 29, 2012 by Monica McConkey 4 Comments

This Lent I have promised myself to pray more often, more deliberately, more consistently and more thoughtfully. I know that I have tried many approaches to prayer throughout my life with varied diligence and consistency! As I look back, there where times when my prayerlife was stronger…but I didn’t necessarily know it at the time! I know that I have felt happier and more peaceful when I’m praying each day…and preferably using a prayer journal to write my prayer, reflect on Scripture, ask the Lord questions and try to listen to what He is telling me. I have filled up quite a few prayer journals…but there are some times when I have strayed and fought to get back on track…and I think that this is one of those times. Sometimes I have resorted to Lenten resolutions or gimmicks=&1=&to get myself back on track. (More about prayer gimmicks to come in future posts!) With a particularly bumpy start…it looks like this Lent is going to be one of those times. Inspired by the 3 times I have been on the Lightweigh, I recognize the importance of checking in everyday and keeping myself accountable to my commitments…even if I have to resort to a checklist to keep track. Somehow a checklist motivates me…I’m not sure why. Does anyone else understand that?

Before Lent started this year, I was already trying something new. I picked up a spiral-bound daytimer calendar at the dollar store. I like it because there are only about 2 days per page, with lines to write on and even little check-circles to check. The calendar is not specific to any year…it has the months and the dates, but not the day of the week. I’m using it to keep track of how I meet my goals each day:

Filed Under: prayer

castle and catapult craft!

February 29, 2012 by Monica McConkey 2 Comments

Here’s a great craft for Leap Year Day!

I have posted about this craft before and have used it at TWO medieval birthday parties…usually this time of year! It’s a lot of fun to make and play with!

Filed Under: link-up, Catholic Bloggers Network