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Category: Food for Thought

  • The Corporal Works of Mercy

    The Corporal Works of Mercy

    The gospels show us that Jesus reached out to those in need. His life is a model for how we should interact with others. One way to do this is through the Corporal Works of Mercy. Consider looking at these and doing one with the Catholic youth in your life.

  • 7 Proven Tips for Developing Teen Leaders in Your Youth Ministry

    7 Proven Tips for Developing Teen Leaders in Your Youth Ministry

    Youth ministry is a critical aspect of church life that aims to reach and develop young people in their faith journey. Teen leadership is an integral part of youth ministry, as it empowers young people to serve and lead within their communities. In this post, we will discuss tips for developing teen leaders in youth…

  • Lenten Activities: Visit a Garden and Pray

    Lenten Activities: Visit a Garden and Pray

    Christ went to pray at the Garden of Gethsemane. It is a prayer of total surrender to the Father's will.  So as a Lenten activity, visit a garden and think about the Garden of Gethsemane. Take your children and teenagers and teach them how to pray as Jesus did.

  • Ships and Sailors Game

    Ships and Sailors Game

    This Ships and Sailors game is an active game where one player gives commands and the others must follow them. A little like Simon Says or Chicken on a Hut or Jackrabbit, except with a nautical theme.

  • Internet Prayer for Youth (St. Isidore Prayer)

    Internet Prayer for Youth (St. Isidore Prayer)

    Yes, internet users have a patron saint! So this internet prayer asks for the intercession of St. Isidore to keep us safe while using the internet.

  • 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A

    2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A

    Sunday January 18, 2026The Mass readings for the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A inspire us to think about the call to holiness and the need to declare that Jesus has died for our redemption.