Baptism – Catholic Sistas

On the Choosing, Keeping, and Caring of Catholic Godparents

Choosing good godparents is an important part of planning a Catholic baptism. A godparent must be a Catholic in good standing; being at least 16 years old and having received all four Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation. A godparent’s main role is to be a spiritual presence in the child’s life—praying for them, assisting the parents in raising the child in the Faith, and personally modeling a life of Christian virtue and faith. … Continue readingOn the Choosing, Keeping, and Caring of Catholic Godparents

Seeing Faith: Believing as a Special Needs Parent

When I first heard we were doing a special needs series, I was very happy to contribute and had many ideas flowing. There are so many areas in our faith and faith lives that we can use a voice and guidance. However, the very day … Continue readingSeeing Faith: Believing as a Special Needs Parent

The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad, Baptism

Our fourth child’s baptism was not going to be impeccable. I knew that from the start. But the Lord had sanctified me since the days back when my focus lied solely on the letterpress invitations, the picture perfect outfits, and the catered food for our … Continue readingThe Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad, Baptism

7 Quick Takes – the Seven Sacraments

I was rolling quite a few ideas around in my head while the calendar days were being scratched off much more quickly than I cared to see and my deadline loomed larger and larger. I bounced a few of these ideas off on my 18 … Continue reading7 Quick Takes – the Seven Sacraments

Crammed with Heaven

Earth’s crammed with heaven And every common brush afire with God; But only he who see takes off his shoes. The rest sit round it and pluck blackberries. (EB Browing) I’m no theologian. I’m not even a used to be whatever before I chose … Continue readingCrammed with Heaven

perspective from the neck

Category: Baptism

On the Choosing, Keeping, and Caring of Catholic Godparents

Seeing Faith: Believing as a Special Needs Parent

The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad, Baptism

7 Quick Takes – the Seven Sacraments

Crammed with Heaven