Meditations
Family Matters: Teaching Youth to Manage Money
March 15, 2023
By Lucia Ferrara
When it comes to money, are your kids savers or spenders? Do they ponder purchases or buy on impulse? Kids handle money as they were taught. Here are some lessons on money management kids can use.
Family Matters: Community Service Builds Connections
January 31, 2023
By Lucia Ferrara
Have you taken your children to volunteer in your neighborhood, church or community? Community service, teaching our children to “reach out,” is important for their growth and development.
Family Matters: Self-control is one of the fruits of the Spirit
November 2, 2022
By Lucia Ferrara
When you find yourself feeling out of control or guilty for something you are addicted to or struggling with, learn to pause, reflect, and then act. Ask God to help.
Family Matters: ‘A la Tavola’ (At the Table)
September 29, 2022
By Lucia Ferrara
Pull up a chair and join me at a long wooden table, set with white linens, fresh flowers from the garden, candles, crystal stemware and china and your name card. The aroma of the meal being prepared is capturing your senses.
Family Matters: Please pass the salt and pepper
August 31, 2022
By Lucia Ferrara
Have you ever been out in a restaurant or anywhere a public meal is served and you see children at the table acting up and do not seem to have any table etiquette or manners in general? I have, and it is very annoying.
Family Matters: Summer trips your family will cherish
July 22, 2022
By Lucia Ferrara
Does your family take time away together in the summer? Do you all go on vacation? Staycation? Weekend trips? Day trips? These adventures are important for the entire family.
Family Matters: Teach your children to find God through serving others
June 14, 2022
By Lucia Ferrara
An early Christian writer, Ephraem the Syrian, once said, “The sign that you love God is this: that you love your fellow human being.” That is an important lesson our children need to learn.
Family Matters: Finding Rest in Jesus
April 26, 2022
By Lucia Ferrara
Jesus says, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest … my yoke is easy … my burden … light.” (Matthew 11:28-30) Do you want to find refreshment with Jesus?
Family Matters: Honoring Your Inner Wisdom
March 9, 2022
By Lucia Ferrara
Do you listen to your soul, your heart, that deep down feeling in your gut? We need to learn to channel those feelings and listen for our own inner wisdom and truth
Family Matters: What’s New in 2022? Mindfulness
January 19, 2022
By Lucia Ferrara
Adding some mindfulness practices to your family’s daily routines can help reduce stress and anxiety and promote happiness and well-being in people of all ages.