Tag: family

Every parish wants children and young families, but sometimes the chaos that comes with little ones is difficult for parishioners—and for parents! Luckily, there are attitudes we can cultivate and practical action we can take to make children’s ministry thrive, writes Renate Cassis.

The Catholic Weekly sat down with Manly Sea Eagles star Jason Saab, his father Pierre and the whole family to discuss the highs and lows of their journey together, and what the example of Catholic fatherhood ought to be in an imperfect world.

As iron sharpens iron, dads with children in the Sydney Catholic Schools system came together ahead of Father’s Day to connect and grow in their vocations, hearing from other father and spiritual fathers alike.

Debuting on 25 June with a special two-episode premiere, the Growing Hearts Podcast will offer listeners practical advice and insightful discussions for those seeking to nurture Christian life in and outside the home.

There’s more and more of us ageing, and fewer and fewer people willing and able to take care of us. What’s the solution? We’ve always had one, and it’s called a “family”.

Bridget Sakr is once again calling on Catholics in Australia and around the world to pray a novena to Our Lady Help of Christians, Patroness of Australia.

Giulia Jones outlines the keys to pursuing paid work and family in her experience are as a wife, mother-of-six and CEO of Painaustralia.

There are many common factors leading to divorce, the fact we are living longer isn’t one of them. Here’s why.

Bluey’s uplifting take on family life has made it a global smash hit since its 2018 launch. Catholic parents say the show’s pro-family message and refreshingly positive take on fatherhood makes it great viewing—despite a few minor reservations…

A new trend for “private vows” at weddings is taking off for people wanting a more intimate ceremony. Understanding why we make vows can help us understand why they’re not necessarily the way to go for Catholics, write Francine and Byron Pirola

It seems like such a “little thing” to revere the Holy Name of Jesus. But life is about getting the little things in order. So treat the Lord’s name carefully, writes Simcha Fisher.

No marriage stays the same—we all go through periods of passion, death, resurrection and recreation. It’s not easy, but there are three things we can do to stay on track as our marriages transform, write Francine and Byron Pirola.