NEW to the site

New or timely resources that are added to the STRONG CATHOLIC FAMILY FAITH site are featured on this page.
​Return here often for new ideas, articles, and resources.

Faith Practice

Reading the Bible
Catholic Kids Media Video Bible Stories

• The Prodigal Son  
• Moses and the Burning Bush 
• The Baptism of Jesus

Praying

• Rosary with Miss Heidi Witte, The Sorrowful Mysteries

Catholic Social Teachings: Life and Dignity of the Human Person

• Combating Racism
• ​The Way of Human Dignity​​ ​

Church Year

 August/September Resources

• Ordinary Time Sept. Breaking Open the Word
• Feast Days and Memorials
• Back to School
• World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation Sept 1
• Grandparents Day
• Catechetical Sunday-Sept. 18
• World Day for Migrants and Refugees Sept. 25

October/November Resources

• Ordinary Time Oct./Nov. Breaking Open the Word
• Respect Life Month
• Domestic Violence Awareness
• Month of Mary- The Rosary
• Feast of St. Francis of Assisi- Oct. 4
• Halloween- Oct. 31
• All Saints Nov. 1
• All Souls Nov. 2
• Day of the Dead
• November Saints Feast Days
• Thanksgiving
• Nov. Black Catholic History Month

Current Events

• National Eucharistic Revival
• How the Catholic Church in Uvalde is helping a devastated community grieve and heal
• ​​Reports from the X World Meeting of Families - Rome, June 22-26, 2022​​

Family

Parenting Adolescents

• ​Cyber Bullying: How to Protect Your Teen
• ​Discussing Relationships and Dating​
• Having "The Talk" with Your Teen

Leadership

Learning New Approaches

• Lifelong Faith Training 
• Families Forming Disciples from the Archdiocese of Atlanta
• ​​Guide to Online/Digital Group Gatherings 

Current Research, Resources and Articles for Leaders

• Planning Faith Formation for 2022 and Beyond
• National Pastoral Framework for Marriage and
  ​Family Life Ministry

Family (continued)

Parenting- General

• Moving with Kids
• Family Fitness Ideas: Fun Workouts for All Ages
• Pets and Childhood Development Guide
• Parenting a Child with an Eating Disorder

Partnering with Parents

• Partnering with Parents Video Series
• Personal/Family Faith Plan Template
• Resources for Homeschooling Children with Special Needs
• Catechetical Leadership:  On Family Faith Formation in the Parish​

​​Let's Talk About...

• Where is God in Suffering?
• ​Helping Kids Process Violence Trauma and Race in a World of Nonstop News
• What Can I Say to My Kids about Racism and Violence​​
• Talking to Kids about Violence in the Media

Media

Reviews of Current Movies and TV

• Consejos sobre medios y technologia para tu familia
• Pluggedin Online
• Common Sense Media
• Catholic News Service

Family Movies, Internet and TV​

• Thirteen Lives
• 13: The Musical
• Father Stu
• ​Respect (Older Youth and Adults)​
• Best Family Movies of Streaming Services

Movies and TV with a Message

• Bluey
• ​The Wild Goose
• Polar Bear
• The Chosen  Season Two
• Your Guide to Pro-life Films and Movies on Netflix
• Movies that Inspire Kids to Change the World
• TV about Racism and Social Justice
• The Chair (Older Teens and Adults)​​

Documentaries and Movies for Parents and Teens

• Kiss the Ground
• ​Puff: The Wonders of the Reef
• ​Three Songs for Benazir​

​Using Social Media Wisely

• Cyberbullying: A Guide to Internet and Computer Safety
• ​UP TV
• Making Space for Grace
• Digital Citizenship
• Protecting Children's Online Privacy

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