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Presenting to the Father What Belongs to Him

February 5, 2019 · by · in "The Rosary Prayer by Prayer", Book, Catholic, Christian, Faith, Family, Grieving with Mary, Rosary, spirituality · Leave a comment

After the birth of Jesus, Mary and Joseph followed their obligation to Hebrew Law and journeyed to Jerusalem. At great physical and financial challenge, they went to the temple for purification, to offer sacrifices, and present Jesus to the Lord. Scripture says, “They brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord, (as […]

How Do You Know What God Wants?

January 17, 2019 · by · in Book, Catholic, Christian, Faith, Family, Saint Theodora and Her Promise to God, Seven Principles of Sainthood · Leave a comment

Page from Saint Theodora and Her Promise to God. The Story of Mother Theodore Guerin written by Mary K. Doyle, Illustrated by Phil Velikan available from amazon.com, the Sisters of Providence Gift Shop, and my website. (You can see more posts on my Facebook page and my other blog, Midwest Mary.)

Baptized with the Spirit

January 13, 2019 · by · in "The Rosary Prayer by Prayer", Baptism of Jesus, Book, Catholic, Christian, Rosary, spirituality · Leave a comment

“And a voice from heaven said, ‘This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased” (Matthew 3:17). The Baptism of Jesus is rich in symbolism and an indication of a God who loves us. As the epitome of fatherhood, God guides us toward becoming more than a follower but a true reflection of […]

We are One Body

January 4, 2019 · by · in Catholic, Christian, Faith, Young in the Spirit · Leave a comment

One of the greatest ways to strengthen our spirituality is by passing it on. We cannot share what we do not know is within us. In order to pass on our faith, we must recognize, name, honor, and cherish it. The practice forces us to have a clear understanding of our beliefs. We build on […]

Save It for Those Who Listen

December 10, 2018 · by · in Book, Catholic, Christian, Faith, Family, Hans Christian Andersen Illuminated by The Message · Leave a comment

“I am used to better things,” said the Beetle. “Do you call this place pretty? Why there is not even a dung heap.”  The beetle, in Hans Christian Andersen’s story by that name, may be an example of what Scripture calls an arrogant cynic (Proverbs 9:7-12, The Message version). Not only did the beetle believe […]

Soulful Connections

December 8, 2018 · by · in Catholic, Christian, Faith, Grieving with Mary · 1 Comment

When we’re feeling like God isn’t listening, it’s good to remember that we’re the ones who aren’t paying attention. God is in everyone and everything, including us. God is definitely paying attention 24/7. Every now and then we run into someone who we feel so very comfortable with it’s like we’ve known them forever. I […]

Show and Tell About Jesus

November 29, 2018 · by · in "The Rosary Prayer by Prayer", Book, Catholic, Christian, Fatima at 100.Fatima Today, Grieving with Mary, Rosary · Leave a comment

Mary spread the joy of the Lord before Jesus was even born. Scripture says that once Mary learned of her cousin Elizabeth’s pregnancy, she traveled to the hill country in haste. Pregnant herself, and traveling on foot or by donkey, she rushed to her beloved cousin. Mary arrived at the house of Zechariah, and at […]

Pray for the Victims and Our Church

August 30, 2018 · by · in "The Rosary Prayer by Prayer", Book, Catholic, Christian, Faith, Family, Rosary · Leave a comment

Perhaps like me, you thought our beloved Church fully investigated, resolved, and disclosed abuse cases to the best of its ability. We hoped this horrific period was behind us. We have learned otherwise. The number of people victimized by entrusted Church leaders either first-hand or through the protection of predators has astounded, disheartened, and embarrassed […]

A Caregiver’s Prayer

July 26, 2018 · by · in Book, Catholic, Christian, Death and Dying, Faith, Family, Grieving with Mary, Navigating Alzheimer's, spirituality · Leave a comment

This prayer says it all. We caregivers of faith pray. We pray when we get up in the morning, all day long, and throughout the restless nights. We pray for our loved one and our much-needed strength, courage, and patience. We couldn’t get through the day without knowing God is with us, guiding us, and providing […]

Praying with Saints

July 19, 2018 · by · in Book, Catholic, Christian, Death and Dying, Faith, Family, Saint Theodora and Her Promise to God · Leave a comment

“By baptism, all Christians are called to be saints. We are all to live our life in such a way that gives glory to God. Saints are people who are in heaven after living a life of charity and goodness. The Church recognizes some saints as such, but everyone’s life goal should be to strive […]

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