March 28, 2025

As Mother’s Day nears, we are seeking your stories about your mom’s influence—or your approach as a mom

In anticipation of Mother’s Day, The Criterion is inviting you, our readers, to share your thoughts, tributes and stories about motherhood from two perspectives—the gift of having your mom and the gift of being a mom.

First, share your thoughts, tributes and stories about how your mother has shaped your approach to faith, life and love. While serious and sentimental tributes are definitely welcomed, so are touches of humor, as most of us have experienced our mom’s influence in, let’s say, interesting ways.

Second, if you are a mother, share your thoughts and stories about how you tried to shape—or are trying to shape—your children’s faith and lives. Again, touches of humor regarding your approach to being a mom are also welcomed.

Please send your submissions to John Shaughnessy by e-mail at jshaughnessy@archindy.org or by mail in care of The Criterion, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46202. Please include your parish and a daytime phone number where you can be reached. †

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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