I had a wonderful opportunity to attend the Called and Gifted Workshop this weekend, which is put on by the Catherine of Siena Institute. I didn’t think going was even a possibility, so I never mentioned it to my husband… however, God worked through some friends in a very obvious way, and lo and behold, … [Read more…]
…a fantastic article on Blessed Mother Teresa, and how she lived a life of joy in spite of feeling abandonned by God for 50 years. I know I’ve said this before, but I will say again how THANKFUL I am… not that she went through such a dark night… but that she is left as … [Read more…]
I haven’t had much time to sit down and write this week… sick kids, Bible study, and meetings have taken up most of my evenings so far. However, I would like to point out a “new” (to me) blog that I’ve put on my blogroll — Profound Gratitude. (thanks to Fr. Dwight Longenecker from Standing … [Read more…]
We all made it to Mass after all. I feel guilty, because I cannot *stand* it when people bring their sick kids out in public — I understand that sometimes it simply cannot be helped, but otherwise, PLEASE keep them home so they don’t contaminate the rest of us! We don’t enjoy being sick any … [Read more…]
Jennifer over at Et Tu, Jen? describes so eloquently her experience receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time. May God shower all those who are entering the Church at the Easter Vigil with His grace, mercy, and JOY!
I moved the previous stations up to this post, so we could have them all in order. First, our parish (unfortunately) does not have the stations in the normal church building (they are in the chapel next door, but I can count on one hand the number of times my children have actually *seen* the … [Read more…]
…through the eyes of my children. This is our “big project” for this week, and if we can keep every one well enough to at least sit at the table for a few minutes, we should have all the stations done by Good Friday. These are more precious to me than I can possibly explain. … [Read more…]
I am really enjoying the book I got with my subscription to THE WORD AMONG US. It’s called Praying with Therese of Lisieux, and it has short chapters on such subjects as “The Flowering of Little Sacrifices,” “Being Pleasant and Gracious,” “Zeal,” etc. with quotes from St. Therese herself and several points for meditation. My … [Read more…]
Ever since I was a little girl, I have always had a special place in my heart for women who dedicate their lives to God like these women have. In fact, my Dad once thought I was headed in that direction. Thankfully, the Lord had a different vocation planned for me (and I know at … [Read more…]
Ah, the excitement was in the air early this morning. This, THIS was the day that Mommy made cream puffs! I know there are so many moms out there that do a much better job incorporating the liturgical year into their home lives, but at our house, things tend to revolve around food and decorations. … [Read more…]