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Family Resources

After Baptism, it is the responsibility of the parents…to assist the child to know God, whose adopted child it has become, to prepare the child to receive confirmation and participate in the holy Eucharist. -- Rite of Baptism for Children, no.55

Living Faith at Home

Praying with children: https://www.loyolapress.com/catholic-resources/family/praying-as-a-family/praying-with-children-blessings-and-family-prayers/      

More family resources in English and Spanish: http://www.loyolapress.com/

The Catholic Diocese of Richmond Curriculum Guidelines offers Parent and Catechist Pages to assist families in recognizing the social, physical and spiritual development of their children, ages 3 through 14 years. The Curriculum also contains a list of basic Catholic Prayers and teachings. Visit https://richmonddiocese.org/office/christian-formation/

For information for youth both in Middle and High School: http://evangelizerichmond.org/youth/

Subscriptions for Home

http://www.catholicdigest.com/articles/family/children_faith Informative website was a positive focus on the good works of Catholics in our world. Also, Catholic Digest magazine subscription available, too! 

www.livingwithchrist.us - Each month, Living with Christ gives you everything you need to prepare for Mass, to participate in Mass, and to reflect on the experience. Daily readings and reflections for adults, Living Faith for Kids, and La Fe Viva. Or, sign up for their email delivery.

http://www.magnificat.com – order mass books for adults or children, in English, French or Spanish! Also an online bookstore for children.

Parenting

www.CatholicMom.com - Lots of contemporary topics to read and view on faith, spirituality and home-life as well as a podcast.

www.catholicmoms.com – with a more “traditional” Catholic look, this site’s homepage provides a reflection based on a changing theme on the front page. Many links to prayers, saints and resources to purchase.

Parenting with Grace, 2nd Edition, by Gregory Popcak/Lisa Popcak

This latest updated version continues to guide parents through each stage of child development, from infancy through adolescence, offering additional age-specific advice on "parenting with grace." Practical, faithful, and humorous, Parenting with Grace will help you discover:  Seven factors that make Catholic parents unique; How to C.A.R.E. enough to parent your very best Practical, faith-filled solutions to common problems of every childhood stage -- sleep problems, tantrums, faith issues, childhood fears, dating, dealing with technology and media, and much, much more!

Parent as Primary Catechist Tips

“Show me the Way: How Can Parents Pass on the Faith?”  An interview with Thomas Groome in US Catholic.  http://www.uscatholic.org/articles/201301/show-me-way-how-can-parents-pass-faith-26739

“Primary Educators: Parents Irreplaceable Role in Raising Saints” by Daria Sockey 

Gives some very practical suggestions to parents about how to exercise this responsibility. https://cuf.org/resources/faith-and-life-series/ 

http://parentteachersupport.org/ - Formative Support Services helps parents provide for the character formation of their children. Many resources to read and workshop and retreat opportunities available to attend.

A blog enabling Catholic parents to be the first teachers of their children in the practice of the faith: http://familyformationblog.net/

Pocket Prayers for Parents by Kathy Hendricks  http://store.pastoralplanning.com

Resources including parent booklets for celebrating your child's sacraments of Baptism, First Penance, First Communion and Confirmation. http://store.pastoralplanning.com/

A child’s prayer as they head off to a new school year http://www.cptryon.org/prayer/child/school.html

At Home with the Sacraments series from Twenty-Third Publications: http://store.pastoralplanning.com/athowisa.html

Look at this report from Virginia Commonwealth University on improving achievement and outcomes through parental involvement: tips  http://www.doe.virginia.gov/support/virginia_tiered_system_supports/training/cohort/2012/apr/tips_and_strategies.pdf

Resources to Purchase (Not available in the office)

Saintly Celebrations and Holy Holidays, by Bernadette McCarver Snyder

Inside are many "pick-and-choose" ways to create heartfelt and fun family memories for every month of the year. Every idea is practical and possible--and has been family-tested for fun and excitement.

The Godparent Book, by Elaine Ramshaw

This book offers an abundance of ideas for things that godparents and godchildren can do from before Baptism through adulthood. Included are suggestions for building the relationship by sharing the memories, thoughts, values, prayers, and seasons of Christian life.

Praying with Your Children, by Pat Fosarelli

Teaches parents how to introduce prayer in their families with children of all ages, from infants to teens. A practical and easy to use book that will make parents comfortable with family prayer.

Bless My Child; A Catholic Mother's Prayer Book, by Julie Cragon

Every mother prays, even if only, "Lord, give me patience!" Just as children need our love at every age, so too they always need our prayers. Challenged by her children's school principal asking, "If not us, who; if not here, where; if not now, when," Julie Cragon began praying specifically for each of her children. Just as children need our love at every age, so too they always need our prayers. Cragon provides prayers for every stage of their growth, beginning even before they are born and going all the way to the point when they are becoming moms or dads themselves.

Gifts for Children (Not available in the office)

My Baptism Book, by Sophie Piper

Also available in Spanish: Mi Libro Del Bautismo

Baptism is one of the most important events in a child’s life, and My Baptism Book is a perfect gift to mark the occasion. Gentle, enchanting illustrations bring to life the simple teachings about God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit that are appropriate for the youngest of children. Includes: Brief, meaningful prayers, poems, scriptures, and blessings; gift inscription page; Ribbon marker.

The Beginner’s Bible

Introduce children to the stories and characters of the Bible with this best-loved Bible storybook. With vibrant art and compelling text, more than 90 Bible stories come to life. Kids ages 6 and under will enjoy the fun illustrations of Noah helping the elephant onto the ark, Jonah praying inside the fish, and more as they discover The Beginner's Bible.

Prayers for Each and Every Day, by Sophie Piper

This colorful collection has prayers for each day of the week—morning and evening—plus prayers for use in the home throughout the seasons of the year. This very keepable collection includes both familiar favorites and new writing, including some psalms and prayers taken from other famous Bible passages.

Jesus, A to Z, by Br. Michael O'Neill McGrath, OSFS

This colorful and inviting children's alphabet book combines delightful illustrations with alliterative and whimsical (yet appropriate) Scripture story allusions. A glossary of evocative questions helps parents, grandparents, godparents, teachers, and children connect these faith stories to everyday life. An exploration of art, symbol, and faith sure to be revisited for years to come!