…in ALL Papabili

I know, right? what a great word: Papabili!

Papabili: (Italian, plural of papabile,
meaning “pope-able”)

It is a term used to describe cardinals who are considered likely or suitable candidates to be elected pope during a papal conclave. While not an official designation, it reflects speculation or consensus among observers, journalists, or insiders about who has the qualities, experience, or support to become the next pontiff.

While formating our very exciting, brand new

Papabili Craft kit

featuring 147 Cardinals,
any of whom could very well be elected,

through the wisdom and power and brilliance
of the Holy Spirit to be our next Holy Father,

I have become acquainted with so many holy Cardinals! I have been listening to podcasts, reading articles and watching youtube videos with commentary about the upcoming Conclave, but most of all I am compelled to pray, pray, pray for the Holy Spirit to pour down the Graces to inspire and influence the conversations, preaching and presentations and ultimately the voting for the next Holy Father in the upcoming Conclave set for next Wednesday, May 7th!

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Papabili!

Eternal rest
grant unto Pope Francis, O Lord,

and let perpetual light
shine upon him.

May the souls of
all the faithful departed,

through the mercy of God,
rest in peace. Amen.

Blessings to you these 50 Days of Easter!

So sorry for our loss of our dear Pope Francis.

With gratitude for the life and witness of Pope Francis, who shepherded us with humility, joy, and love for the poor, we now entrust the Church to the Holy Spirit’s Guidance as a new chapter of Grace begins in the election of our next Holy Father.

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May Saints Days and Monthly Devotion

Join us to celebrate May Saints, the Monthly Devotion dedicated to Our Blessed Mother Mary and the continued joyful season of Easter!

Do you see something you like? Click on the pictures and/or links for easy crafts and already-formatted Catholic Craft Kits that come with permission to copy for home use, year after year!

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Holy Week for Moms!

Holy Week is almost here and instead of trying to squeeze in elaborate crafts or activities for each day of Holy Week, I’m looking at something SIMPLER, but perhaps more meaningful.
By drawing connections between the events of each day of Holy Week with the challenges of motherhood and family life, I think I can better focus my reflection and hopefully deepen my prayer!

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Last Minute Ideas for Holy Week!

Today is Spy Wednesday!

30 Coins Hidden

Tenebrae means “shadow” or “darkness.” The Liturgy of the Hours is chanted and with the completion of each reading, a candle is extinguished until the church is pitch black.

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April Saints and Easter Crafts!

Equipping Catholic Families for April Saints!

Welcome to our monthly summary of crafts and family traditions related to the Monthly Devotion, Key Feast Days and the appropriate Season of the Liturgical Calendar.

The Monthly Devotion for April is The Eucharist!

We love the Mass! Here are a couple more resources to help us focus at Mass and prepare for the Sacrament of the Eucharist:

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ALL NEW! Fast, Give, PRAY the WAY of the CROSS Craft Kit

This has been a labor of love! No really!

I have just released the NEW Fast, Give, PRAY the WAY of the CROSS Craft Kit for a brand NEW Lenten Devotion based on The Way of the Cross.

Fast, Give, PRAY the WAY of the CROSS PDF

The Fast, Give, PRAY the WAY of the CROSS PDF  includes 14 full-page illustrated Way of the Cross Stations with Fasting, Almsgiving and Prayer Challenges, to cycle through the hours of Ash Wednesday or Good Friday, OR to cycle through each day of Lent.

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All About Lent and Holy Week {Review} with GIVEAWAY

It’s HERE!

Ever since I reviewed All About Advent and Christmas by Katherine Bogner and Shari Van Vranken, I’ve been hoping for their next edition All About Lent and Holy Week!

And it DOES NOT disappoint!

Once again, this book is exquisitely illustrated and includes everything you and your family need to know about Lent and Holy Week!

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Lenten Challenge Calendar for year after year!

Instant PRINT and PRAY Lent Calendar available for DOWNLOAD!

This Catholic Craft Kit offers black and white templates to help you GIVE, PRAY and LOVE through the days of Lent (year after year!), with:

-one double-sided letter-sized (8.5″x11″)  calendar of Lenten Practices

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Gospel Graces for every day of LENT

Gospel Graces

This craft kit makes a good review ANY time of year of Jesus’ Public Ministry. It includes full Lenten Calendars (for all three Liturgical Cycles) AND postcard Prayer Prompts of all the key events with Gospel Reading references, illustrations and Prayer Prompts!
Use year after year during LENT…and ALL through the Year for Prompts to Pray through Jesus’ Public Ministry!

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