FAITH Catholic

It’s humbling to realize we absolutely cannot get to heaven without the grace of God.

Here are a few ways we can request and notice God’s grace in our everyday lives and teach our children to do the same:

Helping kids see grace in the everyday Here are a few ways we can request and notice God’s grace in our everyday lives and teach our children to do the same.

This month’s recipe features several ingredients that are indigenous to the United States and which are staples in a number of Native American cuisines: blueberries (found across North America), wild rice (known in Ojibwe as manoomin) and corn.

As you savor this tasty salad (a perfect side for 4th of July picnics!), offer up your own poetic words of thanksgiving for this beautiful land we are blessed to call home. Read more:

Thankful for the bounty of the land Inspired by Katharine Lee Bates’ famous anthem and the example of St. Kateri Tekakwitha, this reflection invites us to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a seasonal recipe.

Immediately on the heels of the ordinary Jubilee of Hope, the Vatican announced a special jubilee year to mark the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi, who passed from this life on Oct. 3, 1226.

The special jubilee began on Jan. 10, 2026 and continues through Jan. 10, 2027. Read more:

Special Jubilee Year of St. Francis Honor the 800th anniversary of the Poor Man of Assisi by seeking the special jubilee indulgence.

Stepping into a home, we can tell something about its occupants through the environment and décor.

Just as our homes reflect our personalities and interests, so, too, can they reflect our faith through the placement of sacramentals. Read more:

Sacramentals for the Catholic home Transform your living space into a sanctuary of grace by incorporating and blessing sacred signs that bring the holy into the ordinary moments of daily life.

I seem to be able to find something to be upset about in every situation and with every piece of news I come across. What do I do?

A: This is a very important question. I believe that it is possible to lose your soul over this.

What to do when complaining takes hold of you Overcoming the spiritual trap of constant grumbling by rediscovering gratitude and the gift of honest communication.