A Swank New Book
Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Thursday, November 03, 2011
I’m excited to announced (drumroll please) a forthcoming book, featuring several of the Faith and Family Live! writers.
The book is compiled and edited by Hallie Lord of Betty Beguiles fame. Here’s what she has to say about its contents:
In Style, Sex, and Substance: 10 Catholic Women Consider the Things that Really Matter, ten of the top Catholic female writers come together to offer tips, encouragement,... READ MORE
Looking for Catholic College Stories
Posted by Danielle Bean in News on Thursday, April 07, 2011
For our upcoming college guide in Faith & Family magazine, we are hoping to highlight not only “the usual” Catholic colleges, but we want to also share a different list of schools as well. These will include some colleges that are returning to their Catholic identities as well as some non-religious schools that are “faith-friendly” and have resources and opportunities for kids to grow in their Catholic... READ MORE
Predictable Moments
Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Tuesday, March 29, 2011
I was out running errands today and stopped to grab lunch on the road. It was just me and baby Isabel, and as I was feeding her a businessman about my age was led to the seat next to us.
He commented on the pretty baby and told me his wife was expecting in a few months.
“This will be our fifth,” he said.
“Congratulations,” I said, and then mentioned Isabel was our sixth.
We chatted back and forth... READ MORE
What Would You Like to See in a Catholic College Guide?
Posted by Danielle Bean in News on Wednesday, March 23, 2011
We are planning a Faith & Family College Guide for our Fall 2011 issue of Faith & Family magazine, and we want your input to make it our best ever.
So ... tell us what you want! Which colleges you would like to see included in a “Catholic College Guide”? Also, what kind of information about each college would it be most helpful to include?
Groaning Yet Grateful
Posted by Arwen Mosher in Faith on Wednesday, March 09, 2011
I remember, during college, going to Mass on the last day before Lent and looking at the crucifix, the statues and icons, somewhat wistfully. They would be shrouded in purple for the duration of the penitential season. I missed them, and all the purple got me down a little.
Some people get excited as Lent approaches, but I am not one of them. I’ve always felt depressed on Ash Wednesday, facing the... READ MORE
Outward Signs
Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Wednesday, March 09, 2011
I took a deep breath before walking into the grocery store this afternoon. I pinched my cheeks and smoothed my hair and stole one more glance at myself in glass doors to verify that yes, I still had an enormous black smudge on my forehead.
Of course it wasn’t a smudge at all, but a cross—an outward sign of the start of Lent, of my need for God and my desire for change. I know this, but I wondered... READ MORE
Vote for Faith & Family in the Readers' Choice Awards
Posted by Danielle Bean in News on Friday, February 11, 2011
Have you checked out the About.com reader’s Choice Awards yet?
We were excited to learn that Faith & Family magazine is finalist in the “Best Catholic Magazine” category. Won’t you consider voting for us?
Also, I was honored to be named a finalist in the “Best Catholic to Follow on Twitter” category. You can vote in that category here.
Check out all the finalists and pick your favorites at the Catholicism Readers’ Choice Awards homepage.
Family Feasts
Posted by Arwen Mosher in Family on Thursday, February 03, 2011
When I checked my email this morning, I got a happy surprise - several messages wishing our son a happy feast day. We commemorate St. Blaise today - his feast is pretty well-known because of the common blessing of throats - and several friends had thought of our boy. I was touched.
I gave my own Blaise a hug and told him it was his patron’s feast, which meant little to him, since he’s two. Concepts... READ MORE
Book Giveaway!
Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Monday, November 08, 2010
Alice Cantrell over at A Number of Things has written a delightful little book for boys who love outdoor adventure.
Tin Cups & Tinder: A Catholic Boy’s Little Book of Fire, Food & Fun, writes Alice, is a book that aims “to casually introduce a few domestic survival skills to our boys using useful recipes and projects all lightly seasoned with the rich flavors of our Faith.”
If you’d like a copy, leave a comment! (Also, unrelated: I’ve missed you! We had computer woes all last week and I’m finally back on track.)
College Calls
Posted by Lynn Wehner in Family on Wednesday, November 03, 2010
My 16-year-old son wants to go to college. I’m talking now. Oh, in high school he has friends and is getting good grades from teachers who think he’s a “pleasure to have in class.” But, as he told me over the summer, the drill is getting old.
Well, he recently spent a weekend on campus with some guy friends of his college-sophomore sister. He has loved her school ever since his first visit. I thought... READ MORE
