Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

As August unfolds, we enter a season of new beginnings—a time to embrace fresh opportunities, deepen our faith, strengthen our parish communities, and welcome one another with hearts open to Christ. As summer gives way to the start of a new school year and the many ministries of parish life resume, we are grateful for the opportunity to serve the parishes, schools, families, clergy, and faithful throughout the Diocese of Palm Beach.


Here in the Family Life Office, we recognize that every new beginning is a gift from God and an invitation to grow closer to Him. Our parishes are places where faith is nurtured, relationships are strengthened, and disciples are formed. We pray that this new season will be filled with joy, kindness, perseverance, and a spirit of service as together we build vibrant communities rooted in the Gospel. May Christ guide our hearts, our homes, our parishes, our classrooms, and our daily lives as we seek to reflect His love in all that we do.



As parish life returns to its full rhythm this fall, we look forward to partnering with pastors, parish leaders, catechists, educators, and families to foster faith-filled communities where every person can grow spiritually, personally, and academically. May God bless every parish, every family, every student, every volunteer, and every member of our diocesan community as they begin this new chapter. Together, may we continue to be joyful witnesses of Christ's love, bringing hope, compassion, and the light of the Gospel to everyone we encounter.


Cathy, Deacon Louie, Maria, Liliana, Andy,

Cindy, Rosario, and Beth


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Together let us build, unite, and grow our Church.


We’d love to hear from you! Let us know how we can better support you and your parish in our shared mission of evangelization—to bring others to an encounter with Christ and into deepen appreciation for our rich Catholic faith.


Contact us anytime at: family@diocesepb.org

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Marriage Tune-Up Weekend - August 22-23, 2026

MAKE THIS THE BEST YEAR OF YOUR MARRIAGE!

ATTENTION: Ladies in the Diocese of Palm Beach

Register Today for the 2026 Called By Name Women's Encounter.

This year's theme is Love Courageously

HEALING & RECOVERY RESOURCES & EVENTS

The Lord is near to the broken-hearted, and saves the crushed in spirit.

Psalm 34:18


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Caregiving is one of the hardest jobs you’ll ever love.

In every parish community, there are families faithfully caring for elderly parents, spouses, children, and other loved ones. As disciples of Christ, we are called to care for one another and to ensure that no caregiver walks this journey alone.


If your parish is interested in bringing this important ministry to your community, we invite you to contact our Family Life office. We can provide information about caregiver resources, wellness programs, and guidance on establishing a Caregiver Ministry that offers support, encouragement, education, and companionship to those who dedicate themselves to caring for others.


Together, we can build parish communities where caregivers are seen, supported, and strengthened in their vocation of compassionate care.

Caregivers; Mark Your Calendars!

Catholic Caregivger: Lenten One Day Retreat coming to the

Diocese of Palm Beach - March 13, 2027. Details coming soon!

For more information regarding these ministries and other family resources please contact the Family Life office at family@diocesepb.org

LITURGICAL LIVING

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Feast Day - August 15

Plant a Mary Garden

In Europe and throughout the world, it was (and is still) traditional to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption by bringing the summer harvest to be blessed. The first fruits — herbs, tomatoes, summer squash, etc. — are often associated with the Feast of the Assumption both because of the time of year and because Mary was the first believer in Jesus to experience the promised resurrection. She is the first fruit of a great coming harvest. This year, celebrate her Assumption Day by planting a Mary garden of your own. If you live in an apartment or dorm, consider a potted Mary garden in your window with a small statue or image of Our Lady and container full of potted herbs and flowers. Read more about the Mary’s Gardens Movement, and brainstorm ideas for your very own Mary garden.


excerpts from: https://bustedhalo.com/ministry-resources/understanding-and-celebrating-the-feast-of-the-assumption/

We believe that it all starts with the family, the domestic church.

Our goal in the Office of Marriage, Family Life, Faith Formation and Youth & Young Adult Ministry (MFLFFYM for short!) is to support parishes, parents & families in their journey of faith as they live out their God-given call with others. 

Bring Young Women of Grace to Your School or Parish

Looking to build more community for teen girls in your parish or school? Consider hosting A Young Women of Grace group. Contact the Family Life office at family@diocesepb.org for more information or visit YWG website.

WELCOME, LISTEN & SERVE

Finding 'heaven in your home': Trinity community groups build faith and family

"The number one thing was yearning for community. The Trinity House groups directly address this crisis of loneliness in our culture, alienation."

Looking to build more community in your parish or school? Consider hosting The Trinity House groups. Contact the Family Life office at family@diocesepb.org for more information.

Formation in Family Ministry

with Franciscan at Home

Through the various tracks on Franciscan at Home, available free to everyone in the Diocese of Palm Beach, you can deepen your knowledge and understanding of the Catholic faith and learn to live and share it in your parish, school, home, and wider community. We pray that this process will strengthen your love for and relationship with Jesus Christ—the fundamental goal of all catechesis.



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Manna

Fanning the flames of Eucharistic Revival

Manna is our free app built to help you encounter our Eucharistic Lord, with resources, reflections, and streaming content to support you along the way. It only takes a minute to sign up, and it's completely free.


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PATRON SAINT OF DEACONS

ST. LAWRENCE

Feast Day - August 10


Saint Lawrence, you gave your life to Christ at a young age and followed Him to your death with courage. You executed your duties to the poor with fidelity and saw them as the true treasures of the Church.

Please pray for me, that I will have the courage that you had to say “Yes” to Christ, no matter what He asks of me. Saint Lawrence of Rome, pray for me.

Jesus, I trust in You. 

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ST. MONICA

Feast Day - August 27


Saint Monica was the mother of Saint Augustine. She is credited for being a holy and faith-filled mother whose prayers brought about the conversion of her son, Augustine. This novena can be prayed

for any intention, especially for

wayward children.

Your Story Matters. 

Share It With Purpose.

Story is how the Gospel has always moved.


Not through argument alone. Not through programs or curricula or perfectly worded explanations. Through people who could say: this happened to me. Jesus met me here. And everything changed.


That's testimony. That's witness. And it has been the primary instrument of evangelization since the first disciples ran from an empty tomb with no theological training and nothing to offer except what they had seen.



Your story works the same way. Not because it's dramatic – most aren't – but because lived faith is the one thing no one can argue with. You can debate doctrine. You can argue with ideas more easily than lived encounter.

Article found at https://burningheartsdisciples.org/the-power-of-story?types[0]=1

Fully Engaged Marriage Ministry


The ministry of Marriage Preparation can be one of the most rewarding experiences for a married couple who is involved in the immediate marriage preparation of an engaged couple. 

Looking for resources to strengthen your marriage or advice for dating and engaged couples? Visit the For Your Marriage website. En Español: Por Tu Matrimonio.

Empowering Couples with Evidence-Based Fertility EDUCATION & Individualized Support


Meet your local team of professionals

The Office of Marriage, Family Life, Faith Formation & Youth Ministry (MFLFFYM) is here to encourage couples at all stages of life to understand and live God’s plan for a happy, holy marriage by providing educational and spiritual resources.

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