In our Catholic Faith we are blessed to celebrate Christmas into the New Year! The Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord concludes the 12 days of Christmastide and is the traditional end of the Christmas season. According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, "The Epiphany is the manifestation of Jesus as Messiah of Israel, Son of God and Saviour of the world. The great feast of Epiphany celebrates the adoration of Jesus by the wise men (magi) from the East, together with his baptism in the Jordan and the wedding feast at Cana in Galilee." Please click on this JANUARY SIGN UP GENIUS link to sign up so we will know which two Family Faith Activities your family chose. In the comment section, type your child(ren)'s name and grade. And remember, we love to see and share pictures of your family participating in an activity! Please email them to: [email protected] Thank you!

CHALK YOUR DOOR - Have you ever wondered why Catholics have the symbols 20 + C + M + B + YEAR written in chalk on or above their doors? This is a blessing of the home connected to the Feast of the Epiphany! Learn more HERE, and remember to sign up using the January Sign Up Genius link!

THREE KINGS BREAD BAKING FUN - Three Kings Cake (or Bread) is to be made and served on the Epiphany (January 6th). This date commemorates the visit the Three Wise Men made to the baby Jesus in Bethlehem. In Mexico, the day is a gift-giving holiday. Tradition states this bread is to be served, garnished with the "jewels" of fruit and nuts. Usually a small clay or porcelain doll is baked inside. The custom is that whoever finds the doll must give a party on Candlemas (February 2nd). Please click HERE for the recipe, and remember to sign up using the January Sign Up Genius link!

FUN & CREATIVE CRAFTS & YUMMY TREATS - Choose from a PLETHORA of craft and treat ideas to celebrate "Living The Liturgical Year In January" with your child(ren)! There are many wonderful options that run right through the entire month of January! From celebrating the Most Holy Name of Jesus all month; to honoring our beautiful and beloved mother on January 1 - the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God; to celebrating Epiphany (Three Kings Day); the Baptism of our Lord; the Feast of Santo Nino de Cebu (the Infant Jesus); to creating a home altar; or choosing a patron saint for your family for the year - there are many fun, creative, and yummy ideas listed HERE! Remember to sign up using the January Sign Up Genius link!

EIGHT WAYS TO HONOR THE HOLY NAME OF JESUS - The month of January is dedicated to the Holy Name of Jesus. Here are eight ways to honor His Holy Name. These are wonderful suggestions, especially for older children and entire families! Please click HERE for the list, and remember to sign up using the January Sign Up Genius link!

HOLY NAME OF JESUS SONG & MORE - For a fun song, crafts, and treats that celebrate the Holy Name of Jesus, please click HERE! These great suggestions may even spark a creative idea in you or your child(ren), and if that's the case, go with it (and don't forget to send us pics)! Remember to sign up using the January Sign Up Genius link!

WATCH JESUS IS BORN + MORE OF THE CHRISTMAS STORY VIDEO - (10:41) Check out this informative and fun video by Saddleback Kids by clicking HERE, and remember to sign up using the January Sign Up Genius link! 

WATCH THE CHRISTMAS STORY FOR KIDS - (8:57) Click HERE to watch this super cute story of the Nativity with your child(ren)! Remember to sign up using the January Sign Up Genius link! 

EASTER BAG DONATION FOR UNDERGROUND NEW ENGLAND - The Underground New England needs our help to provide Easter Bags (not baskets) to the children of victims and survivors of sexual trafficking and exploitation in Connecticut (which happens as close as the Berlin Turnpike). For details and to sign up please click on the January Sign Up Genius link.