It was hearing the deathbed confession of a peasant that inspired Vincent de Paul to begin a lifetime of aid to the disadvantaged and bring souls to Christ.

For Christmas this year John Clark suggests giving Jesus the perfect gift. “Forgive those who trespass against you.” And embrace the Child Jesus anew.

They may be hard to schedule but Cheryl Hernandez explains why the family dinner is important, including healthier families and happier, less-stressed kids.

We parents seek to help our children in their academic studies but John Clark reminds us that the love of God is the most important lesson of them all.

What does humility look like? Tom McFadden recounts his example of what humility in the flesh looks like – in the life of Bishop William Dermott Molloy.

Amanda Evinger tried religious life, but it wasn't her vocation. Now as a homeschool mom of 3 kids, she applies her experiences as a novice in daily life!

by John Clark | Both men had something to say about the subject of humility, and it was not what I might have expected.

by Emily Molitor | I need to ask myself 'who am I?' The road to sanctity can feel strangely elusive at times. I have desires for goodness, humility and generosity...

by Ginny Seuffert | Teaching our children to develop good judgment will lead to a future dominated by well-formed, deeply committed Catholic leaders.

by Kevin Clark | St. Francis de Sales, a Bishop and spiritual writer, is best known for 'Introduction to the Devout Life'. Here are five of the things we can learn from him about virtue...

by Emily Molitor | Joyful humility requires that we oftentimes accept our need for dependence on others. I recently experienced my need of support...

Members of a family know each other too well to be fooled by brother’s daydream to be a millionaire, sister’s fantasy to be a great actress, or grandson’s ambition to be a professional athlete. The family teaches humility, self-knowledge, the art of the possible, and the way things are.

by Fr John Hardon | Home education means the teaching by the parents at home, by both parents. A father’s contribution to the home education of his children is indispensable.

See the Answers… The Four Hinges of the Moral Life “The cardinal virtues are the four principal moral virtues. The English word cardinal comes from the Latin word cardo, which ...

Learning Joy From the Poor of Cubao, the Philippines “The very deficiency of material things enhances, enriches and increases the faith.  The less for the eyes, the more for the ...

The Four Hinges of the Moral Life “The cardinal virtues are the four principal moral virtues. The English word cardinal comes from the Latin word cardo, which means “hinge.” All ...

We celebrate the feast of the Blessed Mother as the Queen of Heaven on August 22. The Visitation by Mary to Elizabeth recorded in the first chapter of the Gospel of Luke, hints at or foreshadows the future Queenship of Mary.