Heal

Our world needs healing, and Grotto’s community is devoted to encouraging and initiating the healing process. Making a lasting impact can be as simple as offering hope to those around you. Here we share stories about how our community has embodied that healing inspiration for others.

Find out the misconceptions about Down Syndrome here, and then recognize the personhood on the individual.

4 Mistakes We Make About Those with Down Syndrome

Don't panic if you're facing an unexpected pregnancy; here's what to do.

What to Do if You’re Facing an Unplanned Pregnancy

Read this reflective narrative about remembering the past.

Why We are Trying to Remember a Painful Past

Jen's adoption story starts with her mother placing her for adoption at birth. Nineteen years later they met, and now Jen has a family of her own. Watch this heartwarming story.

Adopted Woman Thanks Birth Mom for Gift of Life

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3 Ways to Help When a Friend Has a Miscarriage

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Learn a few life lessons like this author did from 'The Mandalorian'.

A Complicated Profession: Life Lessons from ‘The Mandalorian’

Learn how to become an informed voter by following this author's tips.

How to Take a Thoughtful Approach to Voting

Meet Archbishop Wilton Gregory, the first African-American cardinal.

Meet the Church’s First African-American Cardinal

Listen to these songs about voting while you're either waiting in line or mailing in your absentee ballot for the 2020 election.

Go Vote! | #GrottoMusic

Meet Blessed Chiara Badano, a role model for everyone.

Blessed Chiara Badano Sets an Example We All Can Follow

Acquiring media literacy is necessary in today's divided world; take these five steps to get there.

Why You Need Media Literacy – and 5 Steps To Get There

Are you dealing with political anxiety? These four tips could possibly help you get your mind off the election and politics in general.

Can’t Get Your Mind Off Politics? These Tips Can Help

Watch why it's important to vote according to CSPL (Coalition for Spiritual and Public Leadership).

DACA Recipient Who Can’t Vote Encourages Others Who Can

Watching 'This Is Us' taught this author how to be a better man.

3 Ways ‘This Is Us’ Helps Me Be a Better Man

Learn how to stop gossiping by following these tips.

Gossip Isn’t Harmless — Here’s How to Kick the Habit