This week on Catholic Moments, we welcome special guests Kim and Jason Kotecki.  Kim, a former Kindergarten teacher and Jason, a professional cartoonist fight “Adultitis” and make it their mission in life to help people to use strategies from childhood to create lives with less stress and more fun.  (more…)

I’m so happy to announce that my terrific friends over at The Catholic Company have gone above and beyond to make my new book, The Handbook for Catholic Moms: Nurturing Your Heart, Mind, Body and Soul, available for pre-order on their website here.  (more…)

I just finished a terrific novel and simply had to pause and share my review with you.  The book in question is Through the Open Window by Catholic author Anne Faye. (more…)

Many of you will recall that during my recent podcast conversation with Immaculée Ilibagiza, a survivor of the Rwandan genocide, Immaculee invited us to celebrate this year in a special way the Feast of Our Lady of Kibeho on November 28. (more…)

As we close out this Month of the Rosary, it’s not too late to put a little spark into your devotion to the Rosary.  One of the best resources I’ve seen lately that will help you fall in love with this wonderful devotion is The Rosary: Keeping Company with Jesus and Mary.  (more…)

You guys know how much I love the work of Fr. Robert Barron and his Word on Fire ministry.  I thought that, leading up to Halloween this weekend, you might enjoy his take on the current vampire-mania dominating popular culture.  (more…)

Fr. Andrew Gawrych, C.S.C. was ordained a priest in the Congregation of Holy Cross in 2008. He currently serves at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Phoenix, Arizona. He and Kevin Grove, C.S.C, edited the book The Cross, Our Only Hope: Daily Reflections in the Holy Cross Tradition. (more…)

We are thrilled to announce that on Monday, October 19, CatholicMom.com readers will have the first opportunity to read the brand new novel Sweet Dreams, by noted Catholic author and CatholicMom.com contributor Katherine Valentine. (more…)

When I received the review copy of author Sarah Dunant’s latest book, Sacred Hearts: A Novel, I found myself instantly captivated.  Set in an Italian convent in the 16th century, the book is suspenseful, full of amazing characters, and a fascinating look into the cloistered life.  (more…)

During the middle of my radiation treatments last year, I was contacted by a very talented and inspiring Catholic author, Alex Basile.  Alex offered me review copies of his books and shared his comments in the following Catholic author interview.  (more…)

I hope you’ve had a chance to check out my friend and our CatholicMom.com Columnist Katherine Barron’s new podcast, The Catholic Book Club.  (more…)

Thanks to NCRegiser.com for sharing the great news about Scott Hahn’s newest book – a coloring book!  This article details the press release announcing Mr. Hahn’s partnership with icon artist David Clayton and Thomas More College. (more…)

You have to love the Daughters of St. Paul – they love books, they’re awesome with new media, and they are funny and cute!  (more…)

This week, we are honored to share a conversation with Immaculée Ilibagiza, a survivor of the Rwandan genocide and a noted Catholic author and speaker.  (more…)

Peggy Bowes is a former Air Force pilot who left the military to raise and homeschool her two children.  Peggy’s lifelong enthusiasm for fitness led her to bocome certified as an aerobics instructor, personal trainer and Lifestyle and Weight Management consultant.  Her devotion to our Blessed Mother and her great prayer, the Rosary (more…)

In conjunction with Catholic Moments Podcast Episode #120, we are pleased to announce our latest contest – your chance to win one copy of The Rosary Workout™, written by Peggy Bowes,  a fitness expert and devout Catholic wife and mother. (more…)

I am pleased to share the following Book Spotlight interview with Chris Benguhe, author of Overcoming Life’s 7 Common Tragedies: Opportunities for Discovering God. (more…)

This morning, Fr. Leo Patalinghug — of Grace Before Meals and recent Food Network fame — cooked breakfast for me!  Actually, he cooked for over 200 guests, all local members of our Catholic Professional and Business Club.  (more…)

Our guest on this week’s podcast is Jim Merhaut, a marriage and family expert, award winning author and national speaker.  Jim is currently the President of Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center. (more…)

In an effort to help keep you abreast of the many great books that come across my desk for review, I’m going to try to revive a feature from my old blog sharing “What’s New on My Bookshelf This Week”.  (more…)