Parenting – Mustard Seed Training

20 Resources to Plan Group Prayer for Catholic Retreats

This year, illness cancelled group meetings, interrupting my 13-year-old son’s confirmation preparation. So I designed a personal retreat to supplement the group meetings and deepen his experience of the sacrament of confirmation. Then I asked for feedback from parent and catechist reviewers in a variety of settings. We hope this retreat can be adapted for […]

Meagen Farrell

March 30, 2022

Mustard Seed Training, Parenting, Parenting, Religion & Spirituality

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October Matching Donation Challenge: Refugee Response

Inspired to compassion by a world in conflict, we can turn to scripture to consider how the Holy Family would respond in similar circumstances. Mustard Seed Training’s free monthly download is the Flight into Egypt. Artwork is by Joan Bratt, and activity by Meagen Farrell. The document includes: Scripture Reflection Activity Supplies Refugees May Need […]

Meagen Farrell

October 18, 2021

Mustard Seed Training, Parenting, Religion & Spirituality, Social Justice & Inclusivity

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Painting Jesus: A Reflection for Artists and Catechists

In an increasingly diverse American church, how should we use images of Jesus for teaching children? One artisan reflects on her own experience & methods.

Meagen Farrell

April 21, 2021

Making CGS Materials, Mustard Seed Training, Parenting, Parenting, Religion & Spirituality, Social Justice & Inclusivity

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