There is at least one pairin every thrift shop in America,molded in plastic or plaster of parisand glued to a plaque,or printed in church pamphlet colorsand framed under glass.Today I saw a pair made out oflightweight wire stretched over a patternof finishing nails.this is the way faith goesfrom door to door,cast out of one and…

We do not homeschool our children, but some of my best ideas about family life come from progressive, enlightened homeschooling networks. Here is a link to a homeschooling newsletter that regularly distributes classic radio programs from the 1940s and 1950s. Check it out. This week’s downloadable radio shows are reenactments of two great moments in…

It’s not too early to print out some table prayers for this coming Thursday’s feast. I know you don’t want to feel like Ben Stiller in the hilarious movie “Meet the Parents.” Remember? When asked to say grace, he panicked and quoted “Godspell” lyrics. You’ll find various table graces and blessings for the Thanksgiving meal…

My children have spent the last eight weeks studying the Native American tribes of the woodland and coastal regions of the eastern U.S. This, and the coming Thanksgiving holiday, got me interested in finding Native American prayers that could be read at our table before the traditional grace. I’m thinking of asking my kids to…

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