Mama was the Beacon Preparing the children for First Holy Communion The years were passing by, the children were maturing, and it was almost time for them to make their First Holy Communion. The atmosphere of authentic piety and ardent faith that Dona Lucilia created at home was the best preparation that there could be. Her overflowing kindness helped the youngsters understand that Our Lord Jesus Christ, Who had shed all of His Precious Blood for the salvation of souls, loved them infinitely more than even their own…

"Ten Commandments" for the Education of Children - Part X Here is the "Tenth Commandment for the Education of Children"  from a homily by Msgr. João Scognamiglio Clá Dias, with an excerpt from Msgr. João's New Insights on the Gospels that complements this commandment and a video from the book study to illustrate the principle further. For the first eight commandments visit the blog index:  Tenth Commandment Choose a good priest — a good priest who will know how to help your child in his or her difficulties of…

"Ten Commandments" for the Education of Children - Part IX Here is the "Ninth Commandment for the Education of Children"  from a homily by Msgr. João Scognamiglio Clá Dias, with an excerpt from Msgr. João's biography of Dona Lucilia that highlights an example of this commandment taken to its plenitude and a video from the book study to illustrate the principle further. For the first eight commandments visit the blog index: Ninth Commandment Help each child to love the Eucharist and be devoted to Mary because it is…

"Ten Commandments" for the Education of Children - Part VIII Here is the "Eighth Commandment for the Education of Children"  from a homily by Msgr. João Scognamiglio Clá Dias, with an excerpt from Msgr. João's biography of Dona Lucilia that highlights an example of this commandment taken to its plenitude and a video to illustrate the principle further. For the first seven commandments visit the blog index: Eighth Commandment A child should never be punished or scolded when a parent is upset or angry. In the Heralds we…

"Ten Commandments" for the Education of Children - Part VII Here is the "Seventh Commandment for the Education of Children"  from a homily by Msgr. João Scognamiglio Clá Dias, with an excerpt from Msgr. João's biography of Dona Lucilia that highlights an example of this commandment taken to its plenitude and a video from the book study to illustrate the principle further. For the first six commandments visit the blog index: Seventh Commandment Never deceive your children to get out of a tight situation. Therefore, you should not mislead…

"Ten Commandments" for the Education of Children - Part VI Here is the "Sixth Commandment for the Education of Children"  from a homily by Msgr. João Scognamiglio Clá Dias, with an excerpt from Msgr. João's biography of Dona Lucilia that highlights an example of this commandment taken to its plenitude and a video from the book study to illustrate the principle further. For the first five commandments visit the blog index: Sixth Commandment Do not provoke your children to anger (Eph. 6:4). To provoke the anger of children is not…

"Ten Commandments" for the Education of Children - Part V Here is the "Fifth Commandment for the Education of Children"  from a homily by Msgr. João Scognamiglio Clá Dias, with an excerpt from Msgr. João's biography of Dona Lucilia that highlights an example of this commandment taken to its plenitude and a video from the book study to illustrate the principle further. For the first four commandments visit the blog index: Fifth Commandment Be vigilant with regard to your children's companions, reading materials, shows and entertainment: how many offenses…

"Ten Commandments" for the Education of Children - Part IV Here is the "Fourth Commandment for the Education of Children"  from a homily by Msgr. João Scognamiglio Clá Dias, with an excerpt from Msgr. João's biography of Dona Lucilia that highlights an example of this commandment taken to its plenitude. For the first three commandments visit the blog index:  Fourth Commandment Children must be educated in respect to Our Lord’s teachings on love and fear.To love what is good: it is necessary to know how to attract the…

"Ten Commandments" for the Education of Children - Part III Many Saints and also many Popes in the history of the Church have dedicated themselves to writing some points to help parents educate their children. The founder of the Heralds of the Gospel, Msgr. João Scognamiglio Clá Dias, made a summary of some of these points in a homily, calling them a decalogue for the education of children, as they contain some of the principle points for the good education of children.Here is the "Third Commandment" with an…

"Ten Commandments" for the Education of Children - Part II Here is the "Second Commandment" and another excerpt from Msgr. João's biography of Dona Lucilia that highlights an example of this commandment taken to its plenitude. For the "First Commandment", go here: https://donalucilia.com/10-commandments-for-the-education-of-children/ Second Commandment Parents must harmonize authority with gentleness. The idea that the father should be as an ordinary friend as possible to his children is idiotic. Parents to a certain extent and up to a certain age represent God to their children. Children, looking at their parents, begin…

"Ten Commandments" for the Education of Children Many Saints and also many Popes in the history of the Church have dedicated themselves to writing some points to help parents educate their children. The founder of the Heralds of the Gospel, Msgr. João Scognamiglio Clá Dias, made a summary of some of these points in a homily, calling them a decalogue for the education of children, as they contain some of the principle points for the good education of children.But why is this important? And how does it affect…

Current Concept of False Goodness Some badly understood attributes are added to the thoughts about goodness today... - "Spontaneity", "naturality", "sincerity": these dispositions of soul lead one to avoid making an effort, thinking, employing the will and maintaining self control. They Induce free rein to sensation, fantasy, extravagance and in the end give free rein to everything! The television, that excites, by its nature kills the book that invites one to reflection. Ideas will become weakened and with them so does vocabulary. Speaking is reduced, in certain circles,…