Category: Holy Week Activities

The true meaning of Holy Week and Easter

What is Holy Week really about?  What is Easter really about?It's definitely not about the Easter Bunny. At least, that's the case for our family. It's not about going on a vacation to some beautiful beach resort, or spending super-lazy days at home. It is about so much more than that.This Holy Week and beyond, let's … Continue reading The true meaning of Holy Week and Easter

Truly Rich Reflections: “Amazing Grace” Series on Smart Parenting – There is Hope Beyond Your Suffering

I was privileged to be asked to write a series of inspiring articles for Smart Parenting this Holy Week, starting with this one on how to add more prayer into your life. Another project that I was blessed to be part of is the "Amazing Grace" series.Starting today, Holy Thursday, up to Easter Sunday, the … Continue reading Truly Rich Reflections: “Amazing Grace” Series on Smart Parenting – There is Hope Beyond Your Suffering

Truly Rich Tips: 5 Ways to Add More Prayer into Your Life

I am so honored and psyched that I am able to write about God and prayer and my faith on "maintream media" sites like Smart Parenting (SP).  I'd like to share with you an excerpt from another article I wrote for SP recently, entitled "5 Ways to Add More Prayer into Your Life."  Photo source here. "Prayer … Continue reading Truly Rich Tips: 5 Ways to Add More Prayer into Your Life

What Kids Should Know About Easter

Easter is THE most important time of the year for us Christians, even more important than Christmas. Sadly though, many people, Catholics and Christians included, often forget about this, and get lost in the hype of Easter egg hunts and chocolate bunnies. Personally, we do not claim to be the perfect Catholic parents, but we … Continue reading What Kids Should Know About Easter

Tim and his “Love Land”

While walking to the gate on Holy Tuesday, Tim starts telling me about an adventure he and his (imaginary) pets had. They were in a place full of "bad guys, enemies and bad people" (Grr... Cartoon Network and Disney Channel - I loathe you! This is partly why we moved to our own place, hehe!). … Continue reading Tim and his “Love Land”

Lenten Activities For Preschoolers PLUS Holy Week Crafts We Plan To Do

Sharing with you this article I wrote for the Smart Parenting Philippines' website (they published it rather late in my opinion.. hehehe... but still.. I hope this helps you!). Also, I'm posting the links to the Holy Week crafts from Catholic Icing that we are going to do.. I am still gathering materials, but I … Continue reading Lenten Activities For Preschoolers PLUS Holy Week Crafts We Plan To Do