Fall 2011

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Priests of the Year Inspire Our Kids

FAITH & FAMILY Essay Contest Winners

During this “Year for Priests,” Faith & Family asked young people, “Why would you nominate your pastor (or any priest that you know) for Priest of the Year?” We were very moved by the beautiful stories of faith and service we received. Thank you to our participants — and to the amazing priests who inspired... READ MORE

Summer

Activities for you and your family.

“A single sunbeam is enough to drive away many shadows.”

— St. Francis of Assisi


Feasts, Traditions … and Fun


June


1ST. JUSTIN MARTYR

St. Justin used his speaking skills to convert pagans to the faith. Look up a local Catholic speaker and try to attend a talk.


6 CORPUS CHRISTI

Read about the Eucharistic... READ MORE


The Homefront

It’s summertime, and the sipping is easy.

FOOD by Danielle


Summer Sipping


When it comes to summertime entertaining, nothing makes a “splash” quite like a pretty pitch-
er filled with something cool and refreshing.


Vermont Maple Float

Maple is not just for pancakes anymore!


3 cups milk

1/4 cup pure maple syrup (no substitutes!)

4 scoops... READ MORE

Looking for Love & Fanning Old Flames

When a violent crime tore his marriage apart, Kurt sought affection in all the wrong places …

In early 2004 Kurt and Julie Carrick, married 20 years, faced a parental nightmare. A stranger at a party drugged their teenaged daughter and raped her. Shortly after the attack, they learned that she had become pregnant.

In the aftermath of this horrific crime, the Carricks and their daughter faced... READ MORE

From a Priest’s Summer Kitchen

Father Leo Patalinghug has made it his life’s mis-sion to promote the power of good cooking and shared mealtimes. The director of pastoral field education at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary in Emmitsburg, Md., serves up a menu of faith, food, and fun at GraceBeforeMeals.com — a Catholic ministry that builds... READ MORE

Putting the "Fun" in Dysfunctional

How to Plan and Enjoy Your Next Family Reunion

An invitation to a family reunion sometimes provokes the opposite reaction from the one intended. Instead of “Eat, drink, and be merry” you’re thinking, “Tomorrow this may kill me.”


I keenly remember how it was at my wedding 20 years ago. I was thrilled that my siblings were coming from far away with... READ MORE


How to Love a Homosexual

Perspective From a Former Lesbian

By Melinda Selmys


A few years ago, my husband and I had just moved to a new town and made the acquaintance of a young man who shared our love of obscure board games. Dominic (not his real name) was a university student and our first real friend in the area. We were sitting around one evening talking,... READ MORE


Faith & Family Books Is Born

Faith & Family has always been about encouraging and supporting Catholic families. As a Catholic mom in need of frequent support and encouragement myself, I can thoroughly appreciate our mission.

In this sizzling summer issue, there is something I can use on every page. Susie Lloyd’s article about planning... READ MORE

Rise and Shine ...

A Glorious Brunch Brings Easter Joy to Your Table

On Easter morning, it becomes easy for me to “see and believe” (John 20:8) and to experience the joy of the Resurrection all around me — from taking in the colorful flowers adorning the altar at Easter Mass to seeing children clad in their Sunday best.

Then, of course, there is the food — mouth-watering... READ MORE

In Mary’s Footsteps

Modeled after Mary’s visitation, the Elizabeth Ministry supports moms when they need it most.

When Renee went to the doctor for a routine ultrasound during an uneventful pregnancy, she was expecting to hear that all was well. Instead, she learned that her unborn son had a deadly condition. The main vessels carrying blood to and from his heart were switched, requiring a risky surgery shortly... READ MORE


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