Start a new holy habit by listening daily to Catholic Sprouts, a fun and faith-filled podcast for kids. Featuring saint stories, lessons on vice and virtue, liturgical seasons and more, each episode is just five minutes and sets the tone for the day as children and adults alike grow in knowledge and love of Jesus. Accompanying printable activity sheets and other resources can be found at www.catholicsprouts.com.
When it comes to American saints, women achieved many of the firsts – the first Native American saint, the first American-born saint, and the first U.S. citizen to become a saint. Kateri Tekakwitha, Elizabeth Ann Seton and Frances Xavier Cabrini also have important July events associated with their sainthood. Honor the legacy of these incredible women by celebrating with friends and family: