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The Curious Christmas Trail

November 24, 2022 by Lisa M. Hendey Leave a Comment

With The Curious Christmas Trail, gifted author Haley Stewart continues her adorable Sister Seraphina Mysteries series. Set on Christmas Eve and filled with the hustle and bustle of holiday preparations, this story involves two young mice coming to the rescue to solve the mystery of the whereabouts … [Read more...] about The Curious Christmas Trail

Filed Under: Books Tagged With: Books, Children's books, Christmas, Storytelling

St. Nicholas Christmas Show

November 15, 2021 by Lisa M. Hendey

Opportunities to gather in-person to celebrate the Christmas season feel more plentiful this year, but very few of them offer families the opportunity to truly understand the "reason for the season" with as much attention and care as the St. Nicholas Christmas Show. Jointly sponsored by Adventure … [Read more...] about St. Nicholas Christmas Show

Filed Under: Faith Tagged With: Advent, Christmas

Two Family Titles for Christmas and Beyond

December 27, 2020 by Lisa M. Hendey Leave a Comment

Initially, I need to apologize for not being able to share the first of today's book recommendations on a timely basis. Due to circumstances in our family, my work schedule has been sporadic at best for the past few months. This being said, I still want to strongly recommend both of these titles … [Read more...] about Two Family Titles for Christmas and Beyond

Filed Under: Books Tagged With: Advent, Children's books, Christmas, St. Paul Center

Two New Books That Look Like Christmas Classics

December 7, 2020 by Lisa M. Hendey Leave a Comment

As a mother, some of my favorite family traditions and memories revolve around snuggling under the covers with my boys and sharing a beautiful book. This year, I'm delighted to share two recent releases from Sophia Institute Press that fall into my "instant classic" library of children's … [Read more...] about Two New Books That Look Like Christmas Classics

Filed Under: Books Tagged With: Advent, Books, Children's books, Christmas

Jingle Jangle

November 6, 2020 by Lisa M. Hendey

There's a simple yet magical line in the early moments of Netflix's incredible new original holiday film that offers a prescient glimpse into the power of what is about to unfold before us. "I think it's time for a new story." These words, offered with spirit by Phylicia Rashad as she … [Read more...] about Jingle Jangle

Filed Under: Movies Tagged With: Christmas, Holiday, Movie Reviews, Movies, Netflix

Five Great Gifts You Can Give Your Favorite Author This Christmas

December 11, 2019 by Lisa M. Hendey 6 Comments

I’m sitting here in the Houston airport waiting to catch a connecting flight. It’s a pretty normal week, filled with work, family commitments, moments with Greg, and—as is the case most weeks—travel. Around me, a swirl of travelers seem hurried, uncheered by the holiday decorations strewn around the … [Read more...] about Five Great Gifts You Can Give Your Favorite Author This Christmas

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Christmas, Storytelling, Writers, Writing

Give Remarkable Gifts This Christmas Season

October 29, 2019 by Lisa M. Hendey

Yes, I do realize that it is not yet Halloween. And yes, I do realize that most of us are nowhere near ready to think about holiday giving yet. But do yourself a huge favor and continue reading anyway! Why the early push? Because I don't want you to miss the opportunity to order some truly … [Read more...] about Give Remarkable Gifts This Christmas Season

Filed Under: Faith Tagged With: Christmas, Norbertine Canonesses, Vocations

Cross Catholic “Box of Joy” – Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast – Episode 36

December 4, 2018 by Lisa M. Hendey

On this week's show, we visit with Sandi Pino, who serves as Senior Director of the Parish and Community Services Department at Cross Catholic Outreach. We discuss Cross Catholic Outreach's "Box of Joy" program. Through the Box of Joy program, you can ensure these children are not deprived of … [Read more...] about Cross Catholic “Box of Joy” – Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast – Episode 36

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: Advent, Christmas, Giving, Non-Profit, Podcast, Stewardship, Yes

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