Miraculous Medal Craft for Catholic Kids

If you're looking for a cheap, easy, and fun Miraculous Medal craft for kids, you've come to the right place! This craft is made from heavy duty foil, and can be enjoyed by children of all ages! No drawing skills needed- just trace the Miraculous Medal template that's free to download. ;-) You can find all of my ideas about how to honor Mary with kids in May here, and today we are going to make a … [Read more...]

Big Fun for Catholic Kids! {and a giveaway!}

When I was at the IHM Conference, I got to catch up with Frances from Illuminated Ink. She has become a true friend! I really love the resources her company provides for Catholic children, and I've written about her grotto craft kits here before. When I asked her what was new this year, she showed me these gigantic posters for Catholic children! I will admit (even though I know Frances … [Read more...]

Introducing a New Product: A Picture Book of the Mass! (For Children AND Adults!)

While I was at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Conference in Virginia, I released a new product I wanted to share with you- A Picture Book of the Mass, Illustrated by the Masters! My love for art meets my love for the Mass. :-) Order your booklets here! This is a project I've been working on since the Fall. I promise this is not your run-of-the-mill  Mass booklet for children. This is … [Read more...]

I’m In The Lord’s Army- Christian Song and Craft for Kids

In keeping with my series of Christian song crafts, today's theme is "I'm in the Lord's Army", which is one of Julian's favorite songs! If you don't know the Lord's Army song, check out this video to learn the lyrics and hand motions. Supplies Needed to Make Your Lord's Army Hat: Newspaper (1/2 sheet- 11x21 inches) Glue stick Craft Paint (I used acrylic) Sponge … [Read more...]

Jesus Loves Me- Bible Craft for Kids

In continuing with my children's crafts for Christian songs, today's craft goes with the song "Jesus Loves Me"! This is such a classic religious song for kids!   Good news! I now have a full at-home VBS program for Catholic kids... Summer With The Sacred Heart! This vacation bible school program is chock full of fun crafts and activities for all kids ages preschool through teens. Get … [Read more...]

Jesus Knocking Craft {Christian Song Crafts for Kids}

Today begins my series of crafts to go with fun, Christian children's songs! Today's song is about Jesus knocking, and is called "Behold, Behold". In this post, you'll find the lyrics to this song, easy guitar chords for playing the song, a free printable craft to go with it, and a YouTube video to teach you how to sing the song. It's one of my kid's favorites and they sing it all the time! It's … [Read more...]

Liturgical Activities for Kids in June {And First Friday Linky!}

Happy June, everyone! I wanted to round up everything that's useful for this June and put it in one post for you. Our First Friday linky is at the bottom of the post can't wait to see what you all have to share! The dates of some of these Liturgical days change from year to year (based on when Easter is) so these dates are for the year 2012. June 3- Feast of The Most Holy Trinity Triangle … [Read more...]

10 Tips for Leading Children in Song- {Use Music for Religious Education!}

Whether you're at home, at acation bible school, in the classroom, or in church, music can really enhance worship for kids! "Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the lands!" Psalm 100: 1 See? We're only asked to make a joyful noise to the Lord, not a perfect one. ;-) Last year, I was signing up to help teach vacation bible school. I was hoping to help with crafts... but they already had … [Read more...]

Holy Spirit Craft- Make a Dove from a Paper Plate

We've been working on these Holy Spirit doves, just in time for Pentecost! They're really easy to make- my 6 year old loved this craft. You can stop at just a dove, or you can attach the gifts of the Holy Spirit to learn a little something extra. :-) This craft would be perfect for Baptisms, Confirmation, or anything else to do with the Holy Spirit- not just Pentecost. You can find all of my Holy … [Read more...]

Welcome, Baby Anabelle!

If you hadn't guessed from total lack of blog posts, I had my baby! :-) Introducing Anabelle Lila! Purple Baby Names Did y'all know that I'm an absolute freak for purple? I love it! All of my girls have names related to the color purple. My first daughter's name is Lydia, who is the bringer of purple cloth in the bible. My second daughter's name is Violet- a little more obvious. Anabelle's … [Read more...]