The key to refocusing our energy to the “thrive” gear is gratitude. A grateful heart is open, free, and creative
Our Faith
Zeal
“With zeal have I been zealous for the Lord God of Hosts.” And what about us, we are summoned by God to bear witness to the reality of the Omnipotent Triune God.
Learning to know the Real Presence
Thanks to a solid Catholic education by the beloved Carmelites, our daughters knew from a very young age where Jesus was present- Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. This solid foundation has been such a blessing!
The Struggle is Real
The very fact that we struggle is a good thing. It means we are engaged. It means we care. It’s real. The struggle is real… but the struggle is the means to a life fully lived… a life for and with Love.
Practical Tips for Teens
Helpful tips for your teens… Respect yourself, don’t let others convince you to participate in something you know is wrong, only because they don’t want to do it by themselves.
Importance of Discipline
The greatest blessings for a child are parents who love with expressed affirmation and sensitivity to their uniqueness. It is hard to deny our children the things they want, but the formation in self-discipline and control will have high dividends and serve them well as they grow into adulthood.
True Freedom
Teens have reached a point in their young lives when they want to spread their wings of independence. But what does it mean to be free? Let us give generously of ourselves so that we can truly be “born free!”
Spiritual tips for Toddlers
Parenting toddlers and little ones can be daunting! For a Christian parent, however, there is another dimension that needs to be carefully developed: spiritual growth. And this depends directly upon your own personal prayer life and relationship with God.