“In Him we were destined by His will that we might exist for the praise of his glory.” So if you ever…
Rejoice Always — How Do I Do That?
Posts Categorized: Gifts & Fruits of the Spirit
A Little Lenten Joy
The words of St. Ambrose in the Office of Readings today were a shot of joy amidst the sorrow of Lent. Here’s…
10 Minutes to Freedom
Eating lunch last Saturday, I looked out my picture window to see the neighbor boy, Avery, shooting hoops in his driveway, wearing…
Pondering With Mary
A reader’s comment that she was “following the path of Mary” during Advent made me ponder just what the path of Mary…
What Happens When Women Pray
Scripture is clear on what happens when women pray. Because of Queen Esther’s plea to save her people, “their sorrow [was] turned…
A Taste of Joy
Two great presentations closing out the National Council of Catholic Women convention in Pittsburgh. Tonight (Saturday) we tapped our feet and dosey-doe’d…
Don’t Need Virtue??
Gem from last Sunday “Don’t try to protect yourself against God by thinking you need to know how to [pray] or being…
How to Avoid a Snark Attack
My brother Bill lives on and in the water. He swears that a shark won’t attack unless provoked. I’m not willing to…
Cure for a Crazy Week
I passed by my favorite pond yesterday and saw the first batch of goslings paddling in their parents’ wake. Awww! So I…
Thunderous Silence of Good Friday
Do you have a Good Friday routine? Mine is to get quiet from 12:00-3:00 to contemplate the overwhelming mystery of Jesus’ sacrifice….
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