While loneliness and related mental health challenges seem overwhelming to us, there are many basic actions our Catholic church can take. Some dioceses, such as… Read More »How the Church Can Respond to the Issue of Loneliness
Summer is a time of warmth, light, and spiritual growth. For many Catholic parishes, it’s also the perfect season for embarking on pilgrimages – journeys… Read More »6 Actions for Planning A Parish Summer Pilgrimage
In the heart of every congregation lies a fundamental value: trust. Congregants rely on their church leaders to guide them spiritually, uphold moral integrity, and… Read More »Building Trust: How Background Screening Enhances Church Leadership Integrity
As the sun shines bright and summer approaches, churches across the country gear up for one of the most exciting events of the year: Vacation… Read More »The Importance of Background Checks in Safeguarding Your Congregation for VBS
Regular parish communication during Lent can be an essential tool to help parishioners stay focused on the penitential season and grow spiritually. As the Church… Read More »Lenten Lifelines: How Parish Messages Can Foster Spiritual Growth
We are all asking the same question: how do we engage with Gen Z–a complex but passionate generation? As we overlay all that we know… Read More »Engaging Gen Z: 4 Strategies for the Catholic Church
Vacation bible school is one of the most fun planning sessions of the year! Hearing the halls and classrooms filled with children’s voices and excitement,… Read More »Guide to Making a Vacation Bible School Curriculum in 2024
“70 percent of parishioners say they are growing in their faith.” This encouraging data report was part of a conversation with a parish leader who… Read More »Reflecting on Discipleship: Am I Growing?
The Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches, “When the Church celebrates the liturgy of Advent each year, she makes present this ancient expectancy of the… Read More »The Big Three for Advent: Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving
“What I say to you, I say to all: ‘Watch!’” MK 13:37 Is THIS how we kick off Advent? With an exhortation from Jesus to… Read More »10 Ways to “Watch!” During Advent
Transforming Strife into Unity, Nurturing Spiritual Growth Amidst Discord Introduction: Where Grace Meets Resolution Within the sacred embrace of a church, where prayers mingle and… Read More »Why Conflict Resolution Is Vital For Your Ministry
Celebrating Unity Amidst Differences, Embracing All in the Embrace of Faith Introduction: A Tapestry of Humanity Within the walls of a church, a diverse tapestry… Read More »Why You Should Always Foster an Inclusive Environment For Your Church
