A family stands on the beach in Panama City Beach, Florida, US, on February 8, 2026. Photo: OSV News / Tyler Orsburn. As a Catholic mother raising children in a world that often feels at odds with my faith, I frequently encounter a tension that seems almost impossible to resolve. I want to protect my family’s hearts and minds, to shield them from influences that contradict our beliefs and values. Yet, I am also deeply aware of…
