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Danielle Bean

Danielle Bean
Danielle Bean, a mother of eight, is Editorial Director of Faith & Family. She is author of My Cup of Tea, Mom to Mom, Day to Day, and most recently Small Steps for Catholic Moms. Though she once struggled to separate her life and her work, the two …
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Rachel Balducci

Rachel Balducci
Rachel Balducci is married to Paul and they are the parents of five lively boys and one precious baby girl. She is the author of How Do You Tuck In A Superhero?, and is a newspaper columnist for the Diocese of Savannah, Georgia. For the past four years, she has …
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Lisa Hendey

Lisa Hendey
Lisa Hendey is the founder and editor of CatholicMom.com, a Catholic web site focusing on the Catholic faith, Catholic parenting and family life, and Catholic cultural topics. Most recently she has authored The Handbook for Catholic Moms. Lisa is also employed as webmaster for her parish web sites. …
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Arwen Mosher

Arwen Mosher
Arwen Mosher lives in southeastern Michigan with her husband Bryan and their young children Camilla and Blaise. She has a bachelor's degree in theology. She dreads laundry, craves sleep, loves to read novels and do logic puzzles, and can't live without tea. Her personal blog site is ABC Family. …
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Rebecca Teti

Rebecca Teti
Rebecca Teti is married to Dennis and has four children (3 boys, 1 girl) who -- like yours no doubt -- are pious and kind, gorgeous, and can spin flax into gold. A Washington, DC, native, she converted to Catholicism while an undergrad at the U. Dallas, where she double-majored in …
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Robyn Lee

Robyn Lee
Robyn Lee is the managing editor of Faith & Family magazine. She is (yikes!) an almost 30 year-old, single lady, living in Connecticut with her two cousins in a small bungalow-style kit house built by her great uncle in the 1950s. She also conveniently lives next door to her sister, brother-in-law …
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Hallie Lord

Hallie Lord
Hallie Lord married her dashing husband, Dan, in the fall of 2001 (the same year, coincidentally, that she joyfully converted to the Catholic faith). They now happily reside in the deep South with their two energetic boys and two very sassy girls. In her *ample* spare time, Hallie enjoys cheap wine, …
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Fr. John Bartunek, LC

Fr. John Bartunek, LC

Fr John Bartunek, LC, STL, received his BA in History from Stanford University in 1990, graduating Phi Beta Kappa. He comes from an evangelical Christian background and became a member of the Catholic Church in 1991. After college he worked as a high school history teacher, drama director, and …
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Guest Bloggers

Kate Lloyd

Kate Lloyd
Kate Lloyd is a rising senior, and a political science major at Thomas More College of Liberal Arts in New Hampshire. While not in school, she lives in Whitehall PA, with her mom, dad, five sisters and little brother. She needs someone to write a piece about how it's possible to …
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Elizabeth Foss

Elizabeth Foss
Elizabeth Foss, an award winning columnist for the Arlington Catholic Herald, published her first book, Real Learning: Education in the Heart of My Home in 2003. The book is now in its third printing. Her popular blog, In the Heart of My Home is a source of inspiration and support for Catholic women …
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Grand Opening Giveaway

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UPDATE: The contest is now over. Comments are now closed. Winners will be announced soon.

Welcome to the Faith & Family Live! Grand Opening Giveaway!

To celebrate the launch of our new website, we’re holding a giveaway contest for our readers. In order to be eligible for one of over 80 super-terrific prizes, all you need to do is leave a comment on this post. That’s it. It’s free and fun.

Each comment with a valid email address (don’t worry, your email won’t be published or shared) will be entered as one “chance” in a random drawing to be held on Monday, July 21.

You can also earn yourself a “bonus” chance in the drawing by signing up to receive the Faith & Family Live! Daily Digest via email (see right sidebar for the form). If you’ve already signed up for the Daily Digest, you don’t need to sign up again, your bonus chance will automatically be included in the drawing. No purchase necessary. It’s that easy!

Entries will be accepted until Sunday, July 20 at midnight EDT. The winners will be chosen at random on Monday morning and announced as soon as humanly possible after that (I’ve done this kind of thing before—you might not hear until Tuesday).

But now for the important stuff—what can you win? We are grateful to our sponsors for the donation of the following super-cool prizes:

(6) Alexa’s Angels - Way of the Cross Faith Necklace

Over the past 12 years Alexa’s Angels has grown from a kitchen based family operation into a leading inspirational jewelry company well known in the gift industry for its inspirational, innovative and stylish designs. Alexa’s Angels’ sole mission is to create gift jewelry that inspires. These necklaces are 16” with 2” extender and $30 value each.
from Alexa’s Angels

(1) copy of 1000 Best Baby Bargains


Kimberly Danger is the author of 1000 Best Baby Bargains and the founder and editor of an online community for savvy moms.
from MommySavers.com

(1) new software called SafeEyes

Safe Eyes, is the two-time recipient of the PC Magazine Editors’ Choice Award and was rated as the #1 parental control solution by America’s leading consumer advocacy publication. Safe Eyes is providing online protection for PCs and Macs in homes across more than 125 countries.
from InternetSafety.com

(1) Suave shampoo 4-pack

Be good to your hair with Suave Professionals Vibrant Shine Shampoo, Suave Professionals Vibrant Shine Conditioner, Suave Skin Therapy Advanced Therapy, Suave Kids Swim & Sport 2 in 1 Shampoo
from Suave.com

(3) Kushies Zolo Libro Coco multi sensory activity books

Kushies Zolo Libro Coco includes a squishy aquarium, sound element, and mirror, sensory-stimulating touch-and-feel pages.  The perfect toy to keep baby busy during everyday travels.
from KushiesOnline.com

(1) Mutsy Grow Up! booster seat


The Mutsy Grow Up! flexible booster seat with base allows your baby to sit comfortably on the average grown-up chair.
from Mutsy.com

(1) Danby DDR3008EE Dehumidifier

This humidifier has a 30-pint capacity, adjustable humidity settings, two fan speeds, and low-temperature operation. This star rated unit keeps your basement dry and odor free. Retail value $209.
from Sylvane.com

(1) Norton 360 v2.0 – an Internet safety and security solution

Norton 360 Version 2.0 delivers industry leading protection and performance in an easy to use all-in-one solution.  With a single subscription, up to three PCs are protected, safeguarding your family by verifying trusted Web sites, blocking fake ones, and securely managing user names and passwords so that they can safely shop, bank, or browse online.
from Norton360Online.com

(1) copy of A Mother’s Rule of Life

Do you want to be a better wife and mother? To have more order in your life? To grow in union with God? Are you desperate yet? With your own Mother’s Rule of Life, you’ll transform motherhood and its burdens into the joyful vocation it’s meant to be. Learn how to craft a Rule that’s right for you and your family. Then use that Rule to help God draw you, your husband, and each of your children into Heaven!
from AquinasandMore.com

(5) Mother-Child SpinBrush sets, each featuring (1) Crest Spinbrush for kids and (1) Crest Spinbrush Pro Woman

Research shows that kids brush up to 38 percent longer with a SPINBRUSH than with a manual brush. Crest Pro Woman offers ladies a thorough clean in a slimmer, more colorful toothbrush with an innovative whitening bristle system to deliver whiter teeth in 14 days.
from SpinBrush.com

(3) Paint Your Own Sun Hat kits

Protect A Bub’s Paint Your Own Sun Hat kit features a UPF 50+ lightweight and adjustable sun hat, 6 non-toxic paint colors and 4 disposable paint brushes.
from ProtectaBub.com

(2) Kuster Bath Toy Stores


The Kuster Bath Toy Store offers everything mom needs to keep baby’s bath toys tidy and clean.
from BareBabies.com

(30) Queen Mattress Protectors

Absorbent, breathable and waterproof; dust mite barrier & allergy relief; cotton terry surface; cool and comfortable to sleep on; fitted-sheet style, easy to install and remove; machine wash & dry.
from MyProtectaBed.com

(1) OFF! PowerPad and OFF! Smooth & Dry


The OFF! PowerPad Lamp & Lantern are perfect for backyard barbecues or other outdoor events to stay protected from mosquitoes, including those that may carry the West Nile Virus.
OFF! Smooth & Dry: OFF! FamilyCare Smooth & Dry offers feel-good protection for the entire family.  As the first cornstarch aerosol repellent in the U.S., it dries on contact, feels comfortable, and has a pleasant scent.
from OFFProtects.com

(5) Abunga Books gift certificate codes valued at $50 each


Abunga.com is a family-friendly online bookstore that automatically filters its selection for pornographic and illicit materials. In addition to safety, it offers competitive prices and an opportunity for every consumer to donate 5 percent of their purchase back to a nonprofit organization.
from Abunga.com

(1) copy of Amazed, a CD by Sean Clive

The whole family will find themselves singing along with Sean’s award-winning CD, Amazed (Winner of five 2007 Unity Awards including Song of The Year and Pop / Contemporary Album of the Year).  Authentically Catholic… Relevant… Current… Sing along… Pray along…
from SeanClive.com

(1) American Joe backpack and T-shirt

American Joe Apparel, the branded, 100% American-made online clothing retailer with lines for the entire family offers you a back to school special—backpack and t-shirt.
from AmericanJoeApparel.com

(3) Soundsleep CDs

SoundSleep is a 60-minute audio CD that features new wombeffect technology that helps babies to stop crying, feel more secure, fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.
from BareBabies.com

(1) ShrinQ, the world’s smallest pocket pedometer


Sportline, the brand leader in fitness monitoring brings you a totally new product, ShrinQ. The world’s smallest pocket pedometer. Its sleek design fits right into any pocket or bag.
from SportLine.com

(1) SC Johnson Pledge Furniture Polish and Scrubbing Bubbles Fresh Brush


Scrubbing Bubbles Fresh Brush is the only toilet cleaning system with different cleaning pads to both tackle tough stains and quick touch-ups.
from ScrubbingBubbles.com

(1) Amazing Books set: Amazing Grace for Mothers, Amazing Grace for Families, and Amazing Grace for Married Couples

All excellent books to inspire the soul and spirit!
from CatholicCompany.com

(1) BookSwim.com membership ($100 value)

BookSwim is the first online book rental library club lending you paperbacks and hardcovers Netflix-style directly to your house without the need to purchase! Whether it’s new releases, bestsellers, or classics, we’ve got over 200,000 titles to choose from, with free shipping both ways! Read your books as long as you want—no late fees!
from BookSwim.com

(2) pairs of your choice of Pediped’s podiatrist recommended footwear


Pediped’s podiatrist recommended footwear is the ‘next best thing to bare feet’!
from PediPed.com

(2) sets of 4 cool reference books

Colorful pink and purple paisley and bright blue argyle prints are not just the latest in hip teen fashion.  These designer looks are making the grade in a new line of dictionaries just in time for back-to-school shopping. These smart and snappy reference books are a great value available at retailers including Borders, Target, and K-Mart.
from FederalStreetPress.com

(1) copy of Catholic, Reluctantly

The first in an exciting new novel series for Catholic teens!
from JohnPaul2High.com

(1) Jenny Craig Gift Pack

The Jenny Craig Gift Pack features a gym bag filled with a Jenny Craig Pedometer, The Volumetrics Cookbook, a Jenny Craig Water Bottle, sports towel, and Jenny Craig snacks (retail value $100).
from JennyCraig.com

(3) sets of Trebimbi cutlery

Elevating mealtime to a new level of fun, Trebimbi cutlery and tableware is offered in a bright array of colors and styles.
from BareBabies.com

Over 80 prizes! I am really liking your chances—leave a comment to enter now!


Comments

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Looking forward to my new daily read!

thanks!

 

Great website! I’m looking forward to checking it out more thoroughly.

 

Cool prizes.

 

Love the amagazine and excited that I can have daily doses now! Congratulations!!

 

So glad I found this site. I already get the Faith and Family magazine and I LOVE it. Looking forward to reading here!

 

The website looks great!

 

Love the website! Looking forward to the daily digest too!

 

Very exciting! Can’t wait to spend time reading!

 

Congratulations on a great website! I can’t wait to explore a little more!

 

Great site. Look forward to reading.

 

looks good! keep up the good work!

 

Very excited about this website!  Can’t wait to “dig in”.  Love Faith and Family!

 

Most cool web site!  What a smart idea!!!

 

Brilliant idea! I’m adding it to my bookmarks now.

 

We’ve enjoyed the magazine and I feel blessed to have the online resource now.  Thanks!

 

How awesome! :-D

 

Looks good. I love the magazine. I added this to my feeds.

 

Congratulations on the site! Thanks for always inspiring me to live my faith!

 

Wow! so many great prizes. Thanks, looking forward to this site!

 

Thank you for creating this website.  It is so nice to be reassured that the internet can be used for God’s purposes and the spreading of the kingdom.

 

Looking forward to this new online resource!

 

Thanks, I’m looking forward to reading more on this site - it looks great!

 

Look like a great new place to find resources and support as a Catholic mom, thanks.

 

I can’t wait to read more—good Catholic sites are such a blessing for this SAHM.

 

I’m looking forward to previewing Faith & Family. I’ve heard wonderful things about it online, but never having seen an issue I was hesitant to subscribe. Cheers.

 

great new site, looking forward to visiting y’all regularly!

 

I am looking forward to visiting the website regularly! Great job!

 

I love the magazine & this is icing on the cake.  Thanks to Danielle for the advance notice of this.

 

This is fun!  Great site, I am sure I’ll be visiting frequently.

 

I’m brand new but looks inspiring…

 

I really enjoy Faith and Family magazine and I am looking forward to the daily digest.

 

Love the magazine!  Great Website!

 

I’m delighted with your magazine and thrilled that you are launching such an informative website!  Congratulations!

 

Wow, this is a great place!  Congrats on such a wonderful website and blog.  Looking forward to enjoying it more in weeks to come.

 

Wow—this all looks great!  Congrats on your “grand opening”!

 

Love your magazine!  The website is GREAT!

 

I enjoy the magazine and am looking forward to reading the website as well.

 

looking forward to receiving the Faith & Family Live! Daily Digest.  Thank you for providing such a wonderful website!

 

Looks great!

 

Looking forward to reading more!  I’ve enjoyed what I’ve read so far.  Thanks for sponsoring the contest!

 

Yet another website that I will have to limit my time on….DRAT! wink

 

I’ve just added you to my dailing website list!  Came here from Testosterhome…

 

I am so happy to connect with other Catholic moms.

 

So excited about this new blog!!

 

Love this site!  I look forward to coming here often!

 

What a beautiful site!  Congratulations…

smile

 

Sounds like a lot of fun.  The site is beautiful.  You have all done a fantastic job!

 

Great website I will be checking back often

 

So happy to have found this website!  What a great job and we look forward to reading it daily!

 

I am so looking forward to this new site. It is so wonderful for Catholic moms to share in this. Thank you for this great resource..


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