Mary Ellen Barrett
July 8, 2021
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Constantine tasked his mother Helena to travel the Empire and gather holy objects. It was during these pilgrimages that Helena discovered the True Cross. Saint Helena was the mother of ...
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Mary Ellen Barrett
July 8, 2021
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Helping the children create special notebooks of their religious studies from the start of the school year has resulted in wonderful memories for all of us.
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Mary Ellen Barrett
July 8, 2021
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Be not be afraid. Do not let homeschooling your children overwhelm you. Will there be frustration and tears but also joy and laughter? Yes, definitely yes.
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Mary Ellen Barrett
July 8, 2021
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Opening a new book is the beginning of a journey to become a better listener, have a wider vocabulary, and gain a better understanding of other cultures.
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Mary Ellen Barrett
May 3, 2021
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Why not create a little beauty in a corner of your yard this year using some plaster and flowers to honor Our Lady. Editor Mary Ellen Barrett shows you how.
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Mary Ellen Barrett
April 29, 2021
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Add some spark to the summer! Encourage your children in their interests so they can refine their gifts, bless the world, and lead more souls to heaven.
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Mary Ellen Barrett
March 11, 2021
1,876 Views
In times of trial look to Saint Joseph, his example shows us how to trust in God particularly when the paths of our lives do not turn out as we would wish.
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Mary Ellen Barrett
February 18, 2021
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This Lenten guide was written for homeschooling moms short on free time but long on their desire to please God and grow closer to him. Free Download Below.
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Mary Ellen Barrett
January 14, 2021
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Homeschooling mom and author Mary Ellen Barrett celebrates her beloved St. Brigid with a delicious bread, a bit of Irish tea, and favorite read along tales.
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Mary Ellen Barrett
January 13, 2021
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Kidnapped and sold into slavery, Josephine miraculously was led to the Canossian Sisters serving others for forty-two years with her ever-present smile.
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Mary Ellen Barrett
November 24, 2020
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Updated for 2024 - Mary Ellen Barrett shares 200 ideas, crafts, and activities for your Advent calendar with books and activities for saint and feast days!
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Mary Ellen Barrett
November 4, 2020
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This Advent, whatever the age of your children, here are ways to create an atmosphere in your home to settle mind and heart to welcome the Christ Child.
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November 4, 2020
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Patroness of music and musicians, St. Cecilia is one of only seven women, including the Blessed Virgin Mary, listed in the canon of the Roman Catholic Mass.
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Mary Ellen Barrett
November 3, 2020
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Mary Ellen is grateful for having to slow down and enjoy each other’s company, and now with clarity, looks forward to new challenges and bright beginnings.
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Contributing Writers
August 13, 2020
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We’ve compiled a few printable lists of school supplies, separated by grade, of general homeschool supplies and equipment. We hope these lists help you get your homeschool set up and running smoothly.
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Mary Ellen Barrett
August 5, 2020
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After years of homeschooling and configuring many different homeschool spaces, Mary Ellen shares her insight and these moms and their spaces, seem to agree.
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Mary Ellen Barrett
April 17, 2020
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Seton is ready to help you be a Mentoring Mom, helping friends and family, new to homeschooling, by sharing your trusted insight and hands-on experience.
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Mary Ellen Barrett
March 20, 2020
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This simple craft uses bits and pieces of nature collected hither and yon and says, Easter is coming my friends and the joy of the Resurrection is at hand.
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Mary Ellen Barrett
March 20, 2020
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Mary Ellen has practical tips and a house full of fun activities to keep you and the kids on top when circumstances threaten to turn your world upside down.
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Mary Ellen Barrett
March 19, 2020
3,365 Views
It can be difficult to pray the Stations of the Cross in church but this craft brings the Stations home, and on a schedule that better suits young children.
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