Magazine for Catholic Teen Girls

13 year old Anna wrote me to share the following information about a project she's creating:

My name's Anna and I'm 13 years old. I have created a magazine for teenage catholic girls called Faithful Magazine. I created this because i could not find a magazine for teenage catholic girls here in the UK (where I live). It is free to download from the website: http://www.faithfulmagazine.webs.com/ and is for any teen girls from anywhere in the world who wishes to read it.

Feel free to contact Anna to share your stories or questions for her new project. How inspiring it is to find young women who are looking out for ways to share their faith through the Internet. Good luck Anna!

Happy Belated Birthday Mary

In honor of Monday's Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, would you like to respond to the following request to celebrate our Blessed Mother with the wonderful women of Behold Your Mother? Feel free to respond to Sarah directly with your submissions:

Mary Moments: the Birthday Edition
This month, we'll be focusing on the Blessed Mother's birthday, traditionally celebrated on September 8.

• What are some of your favorite Marian recipes? If Mary was coming to dinner, what would you make?
  
• What do you give a mother who has everything? What will your gift to Mary be this year?
  
• In reflecting on "another year older," how does the Blessed Mother serve as a guide, role model, and mentor to you?
  

Submit by 10 PM EST on September 10, using the online form or by emailing me at peerybingle [at] gmail [dot] com. If you have a story to share but no blog, feel free to email me your story and I'll put you live as a guest post here on my blog. We would love to have a truckload (or more) of entries to celebrate the Blessed Mother's birthday!

Must Run in the Family

Congratulations to Betsy, the sixteen year old high school senior daughter of Marybeth Hicks, on the launch of her new blog If I Could Vote...

Since I have a politically minded seventeen year old living in my home, I can appreciate the fact that young ladies like Betsy are taking time to formulate and document their opinions and thoughts leading up to the elections. I just wish more adults would take time to study the candidates positions and background as carefully as many young people are doing in their AP US Government and History classes.

Good luck with your blog Betsy - from reading what you've written so far I can see that you've inherited your Mom's talent for expressing yourself!

If I Could Vote...

Emily's Hope News

Ellen Gable Hrkach, author of the wonderful book Emily's Hope wrote to share the following good news:

Brian Patrick of the Cincinnati-based Sacred Heart Radio Station will be interviewing Ellen Gable Hrkach on the Son Rise Morning Show regarding her first book, Emily's Hope. To listen to it live, go to www.sacredheartradio.com at 7:45 a.m. Friday, September 12th, and click on the upper right-hand corner box "On Air." If early mornings are busy, you can listen to it later by clicking "Podcasts" on the left of Sacred Heart's home page and download the show from September 12th.

For a limited time, you can get a free copy of this wonderful book online at the Full Quiver Publishing website here. The book shares a wonderful story and a great prolife message.

Real Catholic TV

Have you checked out RealCatholicTV yet? My favorite feature on the site is the "Saint of the Day" video, which is updated daily and gives a great overview of the saints. It's quick, interesting and free.

You're Invited to a Concert!

Catholic musician Bryan Murdaugh is spreading the word about a "house concert" he's planning for next Monday, September 15th at 8:00 pm - you can watch live via the internet on UStream here.

I always love watching Bryan's YouTube video's because he not only sings his songs, but also gives a very thoughtful introduction for every song. I'm not a music minister, but if I were I'd be a regular visitor to BryanMurdaugh.com for all the good stuff he's got going on there! Keep up the great work Bryan and I hope to have a front row seat at the concert!

Soles for Souls

I love programs like Soles for Souls which facilitate our teaching our children to do good for others while at the same time being good stewards of the blessings God has shared with us. Here's some information on this program which is responding to people in need as a result of the recent hurricanes:

As you may know, the current hurricane season is upon us and is already a very busy one. While we collectively breathed a sigh of relief that Hurricane Gustav spared New Orleans a direct hit, we know that the other hurricanes lining up in the Caribbean pose a dire threat to the safety of hundreds of thousands of people.

Many of you stood with us when we sent aid to victims of Hurricane Katrina and made an enormous impact on the lives of many grateful people.

Now, we need your help again.

Soles4Souls has already set aside 50,000 pairs of shoes and boots to be donated to people in the Caribbean and the Southeastern United States, and we hope we won't need more. But Hurricane Ike, already a Category 4 storm, is taking aim at Florida, Georgia or the Carolinas, and we anticipate the need will be great.

Will you partner with us by hosting a shoe drive or collecting cash donations to help us make a difference in the lives of thousands of people? We can use nearly any type of footwear and the cash we raise will be directed solely to aiding victims of the storms so they can rebuild their communities. As always, your donations are tax-deductible.

If you can give, please visit our website at www.giveshoes.org or call us at 615-391-5723.

Your direct involvement in our mission is what keeps people on their feet and gives hope in an otherwise hopeless situation.

CatholicMom.com Weekly Column Roundup

More great topics this week from our wonderful columnists:

Let's Talk about Natural Family Planning by our newest Catholic Mom columnist, Katherine Barron

Talking to Children about Abortion by Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur

Verses that Speak to Me by Susan Handle Terbay

Kitchen TV Adds Spice by Marybeth Hicks

Are You Laboring in Vain? by Janet Cassidy

How Are All Life Changes the Same? by Kelly, Our "Kitchen Kop"

Someone Needs a Time Out by Lisa Barker

Catholic Moments #69 - Gerard Faucheux

This week, we feature an interview with Catholic Dad and musician Gerard Faucheux, whose music ministry was born in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. Deacon Tom Fox offers a wonderful reflection on our beloved Pope John Paul II. Be sure to enter for your chance to win the Faith Database - send your email to lisa@catholicmom.com by September 30, 2008 with the subject line "Faith Database Giveaway" and your complete mailing address in the body of the email. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for This Episode:
Gerard Faucheux
Faith Database
Theotokos - Mother of God Podcast
Faith and Family Live
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, Twitter
Catholic Moments Ustream Channel
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #69

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Sr. Julia's Recommendations for the Year of St. Paul

I love Sr. Julia's videos, and this one is better than ever! She gives several great recommendations for books for the Year of St. Paul. Several of these books and more can be purchased through our CatholicMom.com Catholic Company Store.

Your Chance to Win the Faith Database!!

Faith Database CD-Rom Giveaway

Prizes:
Five (5) Prize Winner Receive:
Faith Database CD-ROM

Winner:
TBA

How to Enter:
To enter, email lisa@catholicmom.com with “Faith Database Giveaway” in the subject line and be sure to include your complete mailing address. Enter by September 30, 2008

About the Product:
The Faith Database is a CD-ROM that provides access to over ten Bible translations, a Greek Bible, papal encyclicals, writings of the Fathers and Doctors of the Church, the Catholic Encyclopedia, over 1,500 books by famous Christian writers, Church history, Bible art, maps, and much more! The Faith Database is completely searchable, printable, and portable (PDA) -- everything is linked together for instant research of any faith topic. According to Jerry Usher, the Faith Database is "a one stop shop for all things Catholic that's loaded with credibility and authority, and serves as the ultimate Christian resource." According to Usher, "It's the only Bible and faith study tool one will ever need."

Click here for more details on this product or visit the Faith Database website for a video demonstration.

Lisa on Sirius

On Friday, September 5th at 9:30 am EST I will be a guest on Gus Lloyd’s show “Seize the Day” on Sirius Satellite Radio channel 159. Learn more about Gus and his work here. Learn more about the Catholic Channel here and sign up for a free three day trial to listen in!

If you're interested in this and other "happenings" in my life, take a peek at the recently updated LisaHendey.com website, where I'm trying to keep track of the various opportunities that seem to be popping up in my life lately! God is good - all the time!

Money Saving Moms

I'm LOVING the fun videos over at ElevenMoms.com a new project from Walmart that selected 11 mommy bloggers to create and disseminate money saving tips via short home made video segments. Who among us wouldn't have loved to be one of the 11 selected? They're doing such a great job incorporating simple tips into fun video segments!

Keep an eye on the website for great tips and also your chance to film and submit your own video tips and be a winner!

Walmart.com - Money Saving Moms

Catholic Moments #68 - Faith and Family Live Chat

In a special "extra" episode of Catholic Moments, I chat with the wonderful bloggers from Faith and Family Live - Danielle Bean, Rebecca Teti and Arwen Mosher. Our conversation ranges from Back to School, to getting everything done around our homes (or not!), to how to share the faith with and catechize our children in our homes. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for This Episode:
Faith and Family Live
Ignatius Press Faith and Life Religion Series
Music by Jenny Klement "Be There"
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Moments Ustream Channel
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #68

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To Teach - September 2008

Once again, the terrific resource To Teach from USCCB is now online and chock full of great ideas for you and your family to celebrate our faith. Now that the boys are back in school, I like this idea:

On a napkin or notecard, send a "Scripture" note to your child in his
or her lunch box or school each day. Choose verses that affirm them as
a gift of God's creation, challenge them to act more Christ-like, or comfort them.

Hendey Men Music Update

For those in my family keeping tabs on the musical exploits of my sons, the following are the results of this week's round of auditions:

Eric -
University High School Orchestra - Principal Bass
University High School Jazz Band - Bass Player
Fresno Youth Philharmonic Orchestra - Bass Second chair

Adam -
Fresno Youth Symphony Orchestra - Clarinet

Don't worry, I'm sure the devotion to traditional Irish music will continue but with little forays into the worlds of jazz and classical music as well.

Here are a few recent You Tube videos to enjoy:

Sarah Palin

As you well know, this is not meant to be a political forum - greater minds than mine are taking on that challenge all over the web. I did, however, want to point you to a few forums where moms are discussing the Sarah Palin appointment from a Catholic perspective. The following are a few posts I've read that have interesting discussions taking place:

Sarah Palin and the Politics of Motherhood

Sarah Palin: An Extraordinary Mom

Sarah Palin: Future Mother of a Nation

A Candidate for our Daughters

Traitor the Movie

Adam and I went to the movies today and saw Traitor starring Don Cheadle and Roy Clayton. I've loved Don Cheadle for a long time, especially since Hotel Rwanda, but I really don't know much about this movie outside of his starring role in it.

Let me say up front that the movie is PG13 and not for young kids. The movie is an espionage thriller that really takes on the topic of terrorism and religious fundamentalism. Adam and I had a fascinating discussion after the movie about the issues addressed. If you enjoy thrillers, you may want to check out this film. I tried to search for a review on the USCCB site, but it does not appear to have been reviewed.

Seen any good movies lately? I'd love to hear about them. By the way, I'm still trying to talk someone into going to Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants or Mamma Mia with me - unlikely in a house full of men!

Boy or Girl for the Willits?

One of our favorite podcasting, and soon to be satellite radio, Catholic couples shares some exciting news on their podcast today! Listen in with Greg and Jennifer Willits of the Rosary Army as they go for an ultrasound to determine the gender of baby number 5!

I dare you to listen to the whole twenty minutes without shedding tears of joy!

Congrats Greg and Jennifer - I'm so happy for you and your new little addition.

RA #240 - Boy or Girl?

Praying for those Facing Gustav

Please join me in praying for all of those already impacted by Hurricane Gustav and for those who are in the storm's path. My family lives in Gulfport, MS, so of course I'm watching the storm's path and praying that it will somehow miraculously decrease in force.

My mom is safe with my sister Erin up near Chicago this weekend, but my Daddy and sister Brady have work duties that do not allow them to evacuate the area. That, of course, makes me incredibly nervous and concerned for them and for all of the other safety workers whose duties call them to protect and serve others at times like these.