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Training children to attend Mass reverently can be one of the greatest challenges Catholic parents face. In this highly sought-after talk, Steve Wood offers practical, time-tested guidance to help parents rethink how they prepare their children for Mass—without frustration, embarrassment, or shame.

Originally released as an hour-long CD, The Ten Secrets of Training Children for Mass has been requested for years by parents looking for real help—not quick distractions. In this talk, Steve encourages parents to step back and look at Mass formation through a wider lens, addressing family life, discipline, habits, and the powerful influence of modern culture.

Drawing from decades of experience as a father (eight children and twenty-two grandchildren), teacher, and Catholic convert, Steve explores questions such as:

• Why Mass itself is often the worst place to do the primary training for Mass
• Why it’s nearly impossible to train a child only for Sunday Mass
• Why forming children for Mass requires much more than good intentions
• How television, tablets, and screens quietly undermine formation
• How everyday routines—even something as simple as a weekday snack—shape a child’s readiness for Mass
• The proper role (and limits) of rewards for good behavior
• Whether toys, books, or snacks during Mass actually help or hinder formation
• Why children’s Masses often fail to prepare children for full participation
• The critical role fathers play in training children for Mass

This talk is honest, counter-cultural, and deeply encouraging—especially for parents who feel discouraged or judged. Steve’s approach is rooted in Catholic teaching, common sense, and real family life.

🎧 Recommended for:
Catholic parents • Fathers and mothers • Families with young children • Homeschooling families • Anyone seeking reverence, peace, and consistency at Mass

📌 Listen prayerfully and be encouraged: formation takes time, but it is possible.

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