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The Domestic Church

Every family is called to be a place of prayer, service, and love – a “little Church of the home.” Families naturally do this in their day-to-day lives: “The spirituality of family love is made up of thousands of small but real gestures” (Pope Francis, Amoris Laetitia, no. 315). They do this by strengthening the bonds of love among their members, and by asking the Lord’s presence into their homes. There are so many ways to make your family a domestic Church, and the content here can provide guidance and support.

Daily Marriage Tip

Did you know that “Halloween” comes from the tradition of calling the vigil of All Saints Day the “hallowed evening”? Before your kids head out for trick or treating, ask for the saints, particularly their patron saints, to bless and protect them.