The Catholic Church calls parents to be the “first heralds of the Gospel” by teaching and handing on the faith to their children. But even well-intentioned moms and dads can feel inadequate about this monumental task and tempted to give up.
If you've ever felt the weight of this responsibility, know that you're not alone! Even when you feel insufficient, you are more than capable of teaching your family about the faith.
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