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The World Doesn’t Need Population Control; It Needs Families

By Susan Ciancio / September 14, 2023 /
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Day after day we hear the phrase “population control.” We hear laments that the planet is overcrowded and running out of resources. It seems that many people care more about the planet than the human beings who inhabit it. Among the solutions to this problem, they say, is the idea that we should limit the…

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Is Antinatalism Creeping into Society?

By Susan Ciancio / June 4, 2024 /
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Imagine a world where no human beings exist. Animals are free to roam. Plants grow uninhibited. The biggest and strongest survive. This is the ultimate goal of antinatalism. From a Christian perspective, it’s difficult to imagine the purpose of a world with no humans. We know from the book of Genesis that God did not…

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What Is Homeschooling, and Am I Qualified to Homeschool My Child?

By Susan Ciancio / June 25, 2024 /
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The education of children is of vital importance. And it’s a parent’s first responsibility. The Catechism of the Catholic Church explains that parents “bear witness to this responsibility first by creating a home where tenderness, forgiveness, respect, fidelity, and disinterested service are the rule. The home is well suited for education in the virtues.” Understanding…

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Catholic Dating in a Secular World

By Susan Ciancio / July 23, 2024 /

One of the most exciting and rewarding things in our lives can also be one of the most intimidating and perplexing. We’re talking about dating. But not just any kind of dating. Catholic dating.  With such a wide range of people out there and so many different ideas about this subject, it can be difficult…

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Catholic Parenting

By Susan Ciancio / September 3, 2024 /

In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus said to His disciples, “Let the children come to me, and do not prevent them; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”   Our calling as Catholic parents is to take Jesus’ words to heart and not only teach our children about Him but give them the…

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The Importance of Strong, Catholic Fathers

By Susan Ciancio / October 2, 2024 /
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On my mantle sits a beautiful statue of the Holy Family. Joseph is seated on a chair and holding Baby Jesus. Mary is reclined on the floor, with her head on Joseph’s lap, fast asleep and safe in his presence. Joseph cradles the baby in one arm, while the other protectively surrounds Mary. The love…

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Walking with and Understanding Your Gender-Confused Child

By Susan Ciancio / February 20, 2025 /
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Not knowing or loving yourself is one of the fiercest battles we face as human beings. Countless people suffer from low self-esteem, from self-doubt, and even from self-loathing.   But what happens when these feelings are compounded by a lack of comfort or even a disgust about your sex organs? This is what people face when…

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Healthy Sex Education for Catholic Families: How Do I Teach My Child about Sex and Chastity?

By Susan Ciancio / April 2, 2025 /
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Discover effective ways of teaching kids about sex and chastity. This guide covers age-appropriate discussions on sex education for Catholic families.

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Patron Saint of Pregnancy: 11 Powerful Catholic Saints Pregnant Women Can Turn To

By Susan Ciancio / May 21, 2025 /
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Feeling an unborn child move and kick and seeing her on a sonogram are two of the most incredible experiences a woman can encounter. Pregnancy is an exciting time, but it’s also a huge responsibility—one that often comes with worry and trepidation—as every single moment moms must be aware of what they eat and drink,…

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Pro-life Meaning: a Clear Catholic View on Pro-life vs Pro-choice

By Susan Ciancio / October 1, 2025 /
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When you hear the term pro-life, what comes to your mind? More importantly, what do you believe the typical individual thinks about? Do they think it simply refers to a person who opposes abortion? Or is there more to it? To understand this term and what it actually means in today’s society, we must look…

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