Best Catholic Parenting Books

of Dec 2024

   In the realm of child-rearing, the influence of faith and spirituality is profound, especially within the Catholic tradition. Numerous books delve into this topic, offering guidance and wisdom to parents seeking to raise their children in accordance with Catholic teachings and values. These resources provide practical advice, scriptural insights, and real-life anecdotes, empowering parents to navigate the joys and challenges of raising children in a faith-filled environment.

Parenting Your Kids with Grace

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Parenting is not an easy job, and it can seem overwhelming at times. As a Catholic parent, you have an even greater responsibility to raise your children in the faith and to be a witness to God's love... in your home. In their new book, Parenting Your Kids with Grace, authors Gregory and Lisa Popcak offer practical, faithful, and humorous insights into what it means to raise children in the Catholic faith. The authors begin by reminding us that the family is a divine institution, not just a human one. By uniting with the sacramental life of the Church, the ordinary family becomes something sacred, a "domestic church." They then offer guidance on how Catholic families can be different from other families in the way we relate to one another in the home. This includes practicing forgiveness, serving others, and putting God first in our lives. The book also explores what an authentic, family-based approach to Catholic spirituality looks like in practice. The Popcaks stress the importance of prayer, attending Mass, and receiving the sacraments as a family. They also offer practical advice on how to incorporate these practices into your daily routine. In addition, Parenting Your Kids with Grace draws on the latest research to guide parents through each stage of child development, from birth to age ten. The authors offer insights into how to create a faithful home and how to raise faithful kids. They also explore how Catholic families can be outposts of evangelization and positive social change. Overall, Parenting Your Kids with Grace is a must-read for Catholic parents who want to raise healthy, godly kids. With its practical insights, research-based guidance, and humorous anecdotes, this book is a valuable resource for any parent who wants to help their family grow in faith and love.

The Divorced Catholic s Guide to Parenting

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The Divorced Catholic's Guide to Parenting is an essential resource for any Catholic parent who is going through a separation or divorce. It is a helpful guide filled with practical advice, emotional ...support, and powerful insights that will help parents navigate the challenges of co-parenting while still staying true to their faith. Author Lynn Cassella-Kapusinski draws on her own experiences and professional expertise to offer guidance to parents who are trying to help their children cope with the emotional toll of divorce. She provides advice on how to communicate constructively with children about the challenges of co-parenting and how to minimize the negative impact of divorce on their lives. She also explores ways to use the divorce as a teaching tool, helping children to understand the importance of God, forgiveness, and the sacrament of matrimony. Throughout the book, Cassella-Kapusinski emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong faith in times of crisis and how the Catholic faith can provide a source of strength, comfort, and hope to both parents and children. She also provides practical resources and support to help parents and families find their way through the difficult journey of divorce and healing. The Divorced Catholic's Guide to Parenting is an invaluable resource for anyone going through a divorce, particularly those who seek to protect and nurture their children's faith through this difficult time. It is a powerful and inspiring book that will help parents find hope, healing, and a new way forward as they navigate the challenges of co-parenting and healing from divorce.

Good Enough Is Good Enough Confessions of an

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Are you tired of feeling like you have to be the perfect parent? Do you constantly worry about whether you're doing enough for your family? If so, then Good Enough Is Good Enough: Confessions of an Im...perfect Catholic Mom is the book for you. In this frank and intimate memoir, author Colleen Duggan shares her struggles with unrealistic expectations and the emotional and spiritual healing that needed to take place in her life in order to be the parent, spouse, and follower of Christ God created her to be. Duggan's journey began in her childhood, where she learned to smooth over the jagged edges of her difficult home life with good grades and perfect behavior. As an adult, she continued to strive for control in every aspect of her life. It wasn't until she started raising her own family that she realized the damaging effects of this compulsion. Through her experiences dealing with her child's genetic disorder, marital strain from her drive to do and be everything for everyone, and struggling with feelings of worthlessness after leaving her job to become a stay-at-home mom, Duggan shares with readers the difficulties we all face as parents. But as we journey with her through her stories, we also witness the healing power of the Catholic Church and its traditions. Through the saints, the Sacraments, and Catholic literature, Duggan discovers a place where God's love and healing grace embrace her brokenness and sets her free from the burden of perfectionism. Good Enough Is Good Enough is a must-read for any parent who feels overwhelmed with the pressure to be perfect. It shows us that it's okay to be imperfect and that God's grace is always available to us, especially in our most difficult moments.

The Handbook for Catholic Moms Nurturing Your Heart

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The Handbook for Catholic Moms: Nurturing Your Heart is a must-have resource for any Catholic mother looking to balance the demands of family life with her faith commitment. Lisa M. Hendey, founder of... CatholicMom.com and bestselling author, offers practical advice and personal observations on a range of topics, from stress reduction and sleep to nurturing your marriage and balancing your career with your vocation as a mother. Unlike typical parenting books, The Handbook for Catholic Moms focuses on caring for yourself—heart, mind, body, and soul—in order to better love and care for your family, community, and Church. Hendey provides a unique perspective on all aspects of life and offers honest advice from fellow moms, incorporating scripture references and quotations from saints and noted Catholic figures, as well as checklists of suggested steps moms can take to bring better balance and integration to their lives. Since the first edition was published in 2010, The Handbook for Catholic Moms has become an indispensable resource for two generations of Catholic moms. Whether you're a new parent or an experienced mother, this book offers something for everyone and has something to offer on virtually every aspect of daily life. If you're struggling to balance your obligations as a mom with your faith commitment, or simply looking for practical advice on how to better care for yourself and your family, The Handbook for Catholic Moms: Nurturing Your Heart is an essential resource that you won't want to be without.

Sacred Parenting Gary Thomas

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Are you tired of the constant pressure to be the perfect parent and raise perfect children? Do you feel like you're failing when your kids make mistakes or don't meet your expectations? If so, the Sac...red Parenting video group study, led by Gary Thomas, is the perfect resource for you. This six-session study is designed to shift your perspective on parenting and help you see it as an opportunity for personal growth and spiritual development. Rather than focusing solely on your children's success, Sacred Parenting challenges you to become more holy and Christ-like in your parenting journey. Using biblical teachings and relatable stories, Gary Thomas provides practical advice on how to navigate the challenges and joys of raising children while also deepening your relationship with God. He reminds us that God uses the struggles and challenges of parenting to shape us and transform us into the people he wants us to be. This video group study is perfect for small groups or individuals who want to connect with other parents and discuss the challenges and joys of parenting in a safe and supportive environment. The study includes six sessions with discussion questions and activities designed to facilitate deeper thinking and personal transformation. In summary, Sacred Parenting with Gary Thomas is a powerful resource for any parent who wants to grow in their faith while raising their children. It reminds us that parenting is not about raising perfect kids but about becoming more like Christ, and provides practical guidance to help us navigate the ups and downs of this journey.

Parenting by the Book Biblical Wisdom for Raising

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Parenting can be one of the most rewarding experiences of life, but it can also be challenging, especially in today's modern world where there are so many distractions and pressures. However, the good... news is that there's a solution for parents who want their children to grow up to be respectful, responsible, and obedient. John Rosemond's Parenting by the Book offers Biblical wisdom for raising happy, emotionally healthy children who honor their parents and their families with good behavior and do their best in school. Rosemond, a family psychologist and bestselling author, argues that parents can grow children who fit the description of being respectful, responsible, and obedient by raising them according to biblical principles. In his book, he brings parents back to the uncomplicated basics of parenting, which have been guiding parents successfully for hundreds of years. Parenting by the Book offers practical, Bible-based advice that can help parents be the kind of parent they want to be. Rosemond believes that by following these principles, parents can grow children who are a delight to their souls. As a bonus, he promises to make parents laugh along the way, which is always helpful when raising children. In an era where parents are often paying attention to professional experts rather than their elders, Rosemond's book is a refreshing reminder that timeless wisdom can be found in the Bible. With this book, parents can learn how to raise respectful, responsible, and obedient children who entertain themselves without television or video games, do their own homework, and have impeccable manners. In conclusion, Parenting by the Book is a must-read for parents who want to raise children who will grow up to be responsible, respectful, and obedient. John Rosemond's book provides practical advice that is based on biblical principles and has been guiding parents successfully for hundreds of years. If you want to be the kind of parent who raises happy, emotionally healthy children who honor their parents and their families with good behavior and do their best in school, then this book is for you.

The Prayer Book for Tired Parents Practical Ways

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