December 3, 2022

If your parish or employer has a Giving Tree, take your children with you when you buy the gift. Or at least, let them help you wrap it. Your example of helping others will speak more loudly than any words.

December 2, 2022

Affair-proof your marriage. Often affairs start because one spouse starts confiding in a friend of the opposite sex. Once personal troubles are compassionately received by another, a bond starts to deepen. If something’s troubling you enough, a counselor is the safer outlet.

December 1, 2022

What’s your spouse’s primary love language – Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Receiving Gifts, Acts of Service, or Physical Touch? Is yours the same or different?

November 30, 2022

“Both husband and wife should try to renew their love day after day, and that is done through sacrifice, with smiles, and also with ingenuity.” – St. Josemaria Escriva

November 29, 2022

Colder, darker days call for warmer, cozier evenings. Make a hot beverage with your spouse and set aside a few hours for quality time involving board games, a favorite old movie, or long conversation.

November 27, 2022

One way to prepare spiritually for Jesus’ coming is to try to correct a bad habit. Have you been overly critical of your spouse? Judgmental? Too preoccupied to really listen? Pick one fault and work on it.

November 26, 2022

Tomorrow marks the beginning of a new liturgical year. Take a spiritual inventory of the past year with your spouse. Make a spiritual New Year’s Resolution for the new liturgical year to grow in holiness.

November 25, 2022

Instead of joining the craziness of Black Friday shopping, go through your belongings and set things aside to donate.

November 24, 2022

“And now, bless the God of all, who has done wondrous things on earth.” (Sir 50:22) There is no better way to celebrate Thanksgiving than with prayers of gratitude!

November 23, 2022

Do you find yourself comparing your marriage or family life to others around you? Gratitude is the best remedy against jealousy.

November 22, 2022

Today is the feast of St. Cecilia, the patron saint of music. Choose a favorite hymn to sing together. If anyone in your family is musically gifted, encourage them to share their gifts with your family today.

November 21, 2022

In times of discouragement, turn to the saints. Each one is unique! They lived lives of holiness in all kinds of circumstances, and are always ready to help us.

November 20, 2022

Jesus is the King of the universe. No matter how dark things may seem in the world, there is always hope. Let your family be a witness to the victory of Christ!

November 19, 2022

Fatigue and burnout can be a big adversary in married life. Make time for leisure and prayer.

November 18, 2022

Put on your listening ears and make an effort to talk intentionally with your spouse about their day.

November 17, 2022

Have a weekday treat together: pick up doughnuts in the morning, go out for ice cream after dinner, or bake some cookies, just because.

November 16, 2022

Marriage and family life are about the ultimate goal: heaven. Fix your eyes there.

November 15, 2022

Do the chores you’ve been avoiding – the laundry that’s been piling up or the windows that need cleaning – together. Chores are always more fun when you’re not doing them alone.

November 14, 2022

Do the two of you have a favorite song or a good musical memory? Make a playlist and spend some time slow (or fast!) dancing together.

November 13, 2022

Jesus says in today’s Gospel, “By your perseverance you will secure your lives.” Pray today for the grace for you and your family to persevere even when life is most difficult.

November 12, 2022

“The spirituality of family love is made up of thousands of small but real gestures.” – Pope Francis

November 11, 2022

Do you know any veterans in your family, neighborhood, or parish? Together, call or visit them to thank them for their sacrifice.

November 10, 2022

Pope Francis said, “If love is real, then peace is made quickly.” Reflect on how you argue with your spouse. How can you be more patient and understanding?

November 9, 2022

Make a little sacrifice for your spouse today – giving up your cell phone for the evening, choosing not to complain throughout the day, etc.

November 8, 2022

Before it gets too cold, make a bonfire, have a picnic, or go stargazing together.

November 7, 2022

Be flexible in your interactions with your spouse. Sometimes the most loving thing to do is compromise.

November 6, 2022

Today’s readings speak on the topic of death. Death can be frightening, but Jesus reminds us that the Lord “is not God of the dead, but of the living.” (Lk 20:28) Rejoice in the gift of eternal life!

November 5, 2022

“The Word of God is living and effective, able to discern reflections and thoughts of the heart.” (Heb 4:12) Take time today to read and discuss Scripture with your spouse, whether it’s a favorite Bible verse or one of the readings from Mass.

November 4, 2022

Find a new recipe and cook dinner together as a family. Making a meal a good way to relax after a long day and spend quality time with your loved ones.

November 3, 2022

Use a bulletin board or chalkboard to make a prayer intention space somewhere in your home. Set aside time each day to pray for each of the intentions.

November 2, 2022

On this All Souls’ Day, visit the grave of a loved one who has passed. Say a special prayer for him/her and all the souls in purgatory.

November 1, 2022

Today is the solemnity of All Saints! Before Mass, make a litany of all the patron and namesake saints in your family to ask for their intercession.