Manger Moments
What Child is this, who laid to rest, on Mary’s lap is sleeping? I am by the manger. All is calm, all …

Cynthia Ann Costello is a Catholic mom who has been blessed to be married for 26 years, and thanks God for her five beautiful children, three of whom are in their twenties, and two active boys who are homeschooled. She is a Theology of the Body enthusiast who has been is seeking certification at the Theology of the Body Institute, and teaches TOB at Pre Cana's and to teens and preteens at her parish. Ignited by her love for the Eucharist, Cynthia strives to live the mass each day in her studying, teaching, and especially in her family life.
What Child is this, who laid to rest, on Mary’s lap is sleeping? I am by the manger. All is calm, all …
My older kids have their Apples. And my husband, one provided by his employer. Spending more time writing, e-mailing, and researching the …
What a gift it is to marvel at creation. As my fingers tap out letters onto the computer screen right now, a …
There are members of our current government who want to define for all women the meaning of real beauty and joy. They …
How blessed we are to be Catholic at Christmas! How blessed we are to be mothers! Praise God for the gift of …
For almost five years now I have been sharing the message of the Theology of the Body (TOB) with engaged couples in …
He said it casually in passing. “Mom, you really need to write an article about The Lord of the Rings.” “Okay”, I …
Most, if not all of the saints, got it right. Francis of Assisi prayed: “For it is in giving that we receive …
Editor’s Note: Today, we welcome new friend and CatholicMom.com contributor Cynthia Ann Costello. I look forward to sharing Cynthia’s writing with our …