Seton Magazine Catholic Homeschool Articles, Advice & Resources

St. Padre Pio bore the wounds of Christ and he is the patron saint of civil defense volunteers, adolescents, and stress relief. His feast is September 23.

Pin these colorful printable saint posters to the classroom wall or tape to your refrigerator and easily learn more about these wonderful saintly heroes.

Saint Rita of Cascia, born Margherita Lotti, was an Augustinian nun known as a peacemaker and patron saint of impossible cases, abused women, and parents.

The example of St. George teaches us to have faith that God will give us the courage, strength, and fortitude needed to fight the dragons in our lives.

Studies say that good handwriting makes us smarter and improves our memory but, as Ashlyn points out, penmanship can also save us from embarrassing moments.

Morality for Catholic Students author Thomas Centrella says it is an honor to play a role in sharing the jewels of our Catholic Faith with the Seton family.

A dream led John Bosco to a life dedicated to teaching, encouraging, and caring for neglected boys using methods that exemplified a loving and merciful God.

Francis Xavier, the patron saint of missionaries, sailors, Japan, and the East Indies. With Ignatius of Loyola and companions, founded the Society of Jesus.

Seton counselor Don Valaike says we study English to communicate effectively, history to improve our decision making, and mathematics to think analytically.

Diagramming sentences helps students become better writers by teaching to write simply and clearly, and increase their mental capabilities for reasoning.

It was not easy for St. Teresa of Avila, Doctor of the Church to discern her vocation but once she did, her influence in her lifetime was remarkable.

Seton General Counselor Cecilia Sauer can put families in touch with other Seton families in their immediate area who have given permission to be contacted.

Rhonda Way has six tips for students about grading at Seton Home Study School that she has gathered over her 20 years of helping Seton families succeed.

Seton Home Study's Manuel Vicente - Spanish and science counselor, has this advice for homeschooling families, "Keep the Faith and persevere in what you are doing...Don’t let yourself be swayed away from what God has inspired.”

Rose was devoted to homeless children, the elderly, and the sick. She fed and cared for them in her home, saying, “When we serve the poor and the sick, we serve Jesus.”

St. Joan of Arc, Maid of Orléans, patron saint of soldiers and France, had a typical life growing up; spinning wool and helping to gather the harvest. But at 13 years old, she began hearing the voices of saints who gave her a mission for her from God; to save France. Against all odds, she succeeded.

Gianna Molla, wife, mother, physician; a heroic decision during her complicated pregnancy. “If you must decide between me and the child...Save the baby.”

Patrick was born in Roman Britain. At age 16, he was captured by Irish pirates and sold as a slave. He suffered many trials but would go on to convert Ireland.

There are many legends on the origin of St. Valentine's Day, but we know that he was a man of great faith and is the patron of love, devotion, and romance.

Among the many customs and traditions to celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany are finding the hidden bean in King's bread and receiving gifts from La Befana.