I have had the joy of witnessing five different kids make their 1ˢᵗ Communions. One of the funniest parts is watching the reactions of all the 2nd graders after receiving an unconsecrated host and tasting the unconsecrated wine during practice. My daughter assured me this spring that after her 1ˢᵗ Communion that coming Sunday, she was NEVER going to drink wine again. My daughter's First Communion this spring I've heard kids holler, "yuck!" while walking back to their pews, as their flustered...

Catholic Country Chronicles began as a seed of hope- an experimental passion project. We were just two sisters who love Jesus and love writing. We had no idea whether anyone would take the time to read our stories, and, like any new adventure, we didn't know whether we would get sick of it and move on to the next shiny project. But here we are, ringing in the New Year with nearly 250 published blog posts and 4 years in the rearview mirror. We have never missed publishing a new post each...

Purpose of Lent Lent is a beautiful season for the Catholic Church. It is marked by reflection, repentance, and renewal. Lent mirrors the...