Looking for new ideas or resources to engage your faith or your ministry? Here are our weekly curated links, including offerings in each of the following categories: Prayer for the Home, Educational Opportunities, Resources (for ministers, educators, parents, etc.), and Flourishing and Fun.
Celebrate the Assumption of Mary with a Spiritual Bouquet
In times of stress, it can be easy to become centered on one’s own struggles, but offering a spiritual bouquet—an intentional gift of prayer on behalf of another’s intentions—can be a beautiful act of charity made in honor of Our Lady as the Church celebrates her Assumption on August 15. Learn more about this practice and download a free card here.
GIA Summer Ministry Series
Over the summer, GIA Publications has been hosting a series of conversations around various topics in ministry. Peruse their archives and learn about future offerings here.
ICYMI: Webinar Recordings from NFCYM
The National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministers offers an array of webinars on topics ranging from talking with teens about racism to ministering during a pandemic.
Church Life Today: Interview with Gloria Purvis
The McGrath Institute for Church Life hosts a radio program and podcast called “Church Life Today,” featuring interviews with leaders in the Church. In this episode, Gloria Purvis, herself a host of a prominent radio show, speaks out against the sinful scourge of racism and calls for conversion.
Fun August Activities for Families
Find crafts and ideas for family activities rooted in the saints’ feast days celebrated throughout the month of August.
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