St Lawrence is the patron saint of cooks, comedians and fire prevention, no doubt reflecting his martyrdom. He was one of the seven deacons of Pope St Sixtus. He was condemned to a slow, cruel death, tied to a grill above a fire. God gave St Lawrence strength and courage and even a sense of humor. As he burned to death, he said “Turn me over, I’m done on this side”.
Feast Day Fun Saint Celebration Summary
August 8, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Check out our Saints’ Feast Day Celebrations and Activities, Catholic Crafts and Family Traditions as we journey through the Liturgical Calendar!
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CMN and CWG 2014
August 7, 2014 by 1 Comment
Last week, we attended the Catholic Marketing Network Tradeshow, which included the gathering of the Catholic Writers Guild. I’m a part of both Catholic groups and we had our own booth for our Catholic craft kits, books and cards: Arma Dei: Equipping Catholic Families.
Back to the Blog! Fr Larry, Crocker Park, Notre Dame, Chicago, CMN, St Benedict’s and Fr Dan
August 4, 2014 by 4 Comments
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Sorry, I’ve been away! I thought I would be able to blog during our trip to Chicago, but it was just too busy and fun! Here are some quick pictures from our trip!
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Catechism Craft Kits
July 27, 2014 by 2 Comments
It has been a while since we mentioned some of our Catechism Craft Kits. I thought I’d mention them as we gear up for the Catholic Marketing Network Conference this week. Is YOUR favorite Catholic Book or Gift Store attending?
Feast Day Fun: St Anne & St Joachim
July 25, 2014 by 2 Comments
Feast Day Crafts and Activities
Excerpts from A Treasure Chest of Traditions for Catholic Families , various posts at Equipping Catholic Families and our Saint Scripts Craft Kits (Series ONE and TWO).
St Anne and St Joachim are the parents of Mary, and consequently the Grandparents of Jesus!
MAC Rally of Hope
July 24, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Last week, the Mortgage Alliance Rally of Hope fundraiser event was hosted in our little town.
There was a firetruck…
and a firehose…
…and a nice Fireman who let a couple kids in the truck.
Feast Day Fun: St Christopher
July 24, 2014 by 1 Comment
Although sometimes relegated to legend, St Christopher remains the patron saint of travelers. Legends recall St Christopher helping people (including the Christ Child) cross a raging stream. The name Christopher means “Christ-Bearer”.
Would you like a Prayer Card, blessed by Pope Francis?
July 23, 2014 by 1 Comment
Would YOU like to receive a FREE Holy Card, blessed by Pope Francis?
This fall, I’m going on a Pilgrimage to ROME with these lovely people at St Gemma’s Catholic Pilgrimages.
Mike and Sue have been running pilgrimages to Rome for a while now and they have some Holy Cards, blessed by Pope Francis!
not one Catholic Craft in this post
July 17, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Most of the time, I spend my words in the blogging world on Catholic crafts, activities celebrating the Liturgical Calendar, family traditions…and sometimes family birthday parties and other curious adventures. Here are 7 posts where I have strayed a little out of my comfort zone…and published them as a guest blogger somewhere else!
