Catholic motherhood and fruit

“For no good tree bears bad fruit, nor again does a bad tree bear good fruit; for each tree is known by its own fruit.” – Luke 6:43 A Mother’s Question Every Catholic mother wonders at some point: If a tree is known by its fruit, what does this say about me? When children obey, pray, and live virtuously, a mother feels joy. When children stray, make poor choices, or even reject the faith, the mother often feels guilty. Many mothers carry a hidden fear: Does my child’s failure prove that I am a bad tree? Will I be judged … Continue