The power of prayer is life-changing, and the Catholic Church has special prayers called Novenas, which last for nine days, usually leading up to a Feast Day. During a Novena, the same brief and beautiful prayer is recited and reflected on each day with a special intention in mind and heart. Let's pray the Novena in honor of the Assumption of Mary for a blessed school year ahead! We'll start on August 7: Click for the prayer and more info.

Honoring the sabbath is a challenge for us all, but it is particularly acute for our busy teens. By introducing them to small practices like these, we can help them lead Christ-centered lives.

Most Catholic parents would agree on the importance of praying with our sons and daughters. The Church teaches us that we are the primary faith educators of our children, and what better way to teach them about God than by talking to God?