Exploring God’s Grandeur
In the beginning of the Lenten springtime encourage your students to reflect on the classic poem of Jesuit Father Gerard Manley Hopkins, "God's Grandeur."
Background Information on Lent
As Ash Wednesday approaches, share some information on the origins and practices of Lent.
Why Do They Call it Good Friday?
This day that is outwardly dark and dismal actually commemorates Christ's greatest gift to us.
Our Ancestors of Faith
Consider this activity to help the students recall their own Baptism and their own faith ancestors.
Laetare Sunday
The Church can hardly contain its joy on Laetare Sunday.
Jesus’ Plea for Peace
The following prayer activity on the theme of justice and peace is taken from Activities for Catholic Social Teachingby James McGinnis.