The Feast of St. Mary the Virgin: August 15th
Out of all of human history, God chose one woman to bear His Son into the world. Discover the remarkable story of St. Mary the Virgin and simple ways to celebrate her feast day on August 15th.
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The Feast of the Transfiguration
How to celebrate the Feast of the Transfiguration: the biblical story, ancient fruit blessing traditions, and simple feast day ideas including Chocolate Silk Pie for August 6th.
It’s Almost That Time of Year Again
The 2026-27 Liturgical Home Calendar and Planner launches in August — a beautiful, practical resource for families who want the sacred rhythms of the Church year to shape the rhythms of their home.
The Feast of St. James the Elder: July 25th
On July 25th the Church celebrates one of Christ's closest and most beloved apostles. Explore the story of St. James the Elder, his extraordinary legacy, and simple ways to honor his feast day at home.
The Feast of St. Mary Magdalene: July 22nd
On July 22nd, the Church celebrates the Feast of St. Mary Magdalene, the Apostle to the Apostles. Explore her remarkable role in the Gospels and simple ways to honor her story in your home.
The Night He Got to Be Fully Himself
There is something that parents of children with disabilities carry quietly — the hope that their child will find the place where they truly belong. Where the things that make them different become the very things that make them welcome. This summer, we watched that happen for our son.
Beauty and Creation: Reflecting God in the Sacred Home
Discover how Christians have historically cultivated beauty through gardening, baking, music, sewing, and art, and learn simple ways to create a sacred home that reflects God's goodness.
Seeing Work as Holy
Christian homemaking as holy work: discover how Scripture and church history transform ordinary household tasks into sacred acts of love, service, and spiritual formation.
The Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul: History, Traditions, and Ways to Celebrate
Discover the history of St. Peter and St. Paul, two of Christianity’s greatest apostles, and learn how to celebrate their feast day with meaningful traditions and family activities.
The Forgotten Summer Christmas - The Nativity of John the Baptist
Discover the history and traditions of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist, an ancient summer feast celebrating the birth of Christ’s forerunner.
Hospitality: The Open Door
Part Four in the Series: Creating a Sacred Home
The Liturgical Year: Living the Story of Jesus at Home
For over two thousand years, Christians have walked through the story of Jesus together — season by season, feast by feast. Discover how the liturgical year can shape your home and your family's faith.
Celebrating the Feast of St. Barnabas
Discover the life of St. Barnabas, the “son of encouragement” who supported St. Paul, strengthened the early Church, and modeled generosity, faithfulness, and Christian friendship.
The Table: Shared Meals and Hospitality
We've reduced meals to fuel and eating to a task. But Scripture tells a different story. Explore the sacred history of the table and simple ways to reclaim it in your home.
Prayer and Scripture: The Foundation of the Sacred Home
Wondering how to bring faith into your everyday home life? Learn the ancient practice of daily prayer and Scripture reading and how to start in just five minutes a day.
Where Faith Takes Root: Creating a Sacred Home in Ordinary Time
Discover how to create a sacred home during Ordinary Time through prayer, hospitality, beauty, meaningful rhythms, and the practices that help faith flourish in everyday life.
The Feast of the Visitation: Mary, Elizabeth, and God's Faithfulness
Discover the rich meaning of the Feast of the Visitation, commemorating Mary's visit to Elizabeth, the Magnificat, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the profound biblical symbolism that reveals Christ's presence and God's faithfulness.
Welcome to Ordinary Time
Discover the beauty of Ordinary Time, the long green season of the Church year devoted to spiritual growth, daily faithfulness, and learning to walk with Christ in the rhythms of ordinary life.
Sunday Is Pentecost! Make This Simple Holy Spirit Mobile with Your Kids
Pentecost is almost here, which means it is time for one of my favorite simple and meaningful feast day crafts! Celebrate Pentecost with this simple and meaningful Fruits of the Holy Spirit mobile craft for kids, plus free printable dove and flame patterns.
Pentecost: The Fire of the Holy Spirit and the Birth of the Church
Discover the meaning of Pentecost, the gift of the Holy Spirit, the birth of the Church, and beautiful traditions for celebrating Pentecost at home.