New Day!
Since it is January 10th, I have decided to briefly come out of my cocoon and get some work done. Bear with me as I get this blog reoriented into regular time.
Wife, mother, blogger, Catholic ministry. I love to garden even when it goes wrong. Same with writing (and we know it can go wrong.) Believing that God is present in all of it.
In today’s Gospel, Peter asks Jesus how many times we need to forgive, “7 times?” Jesus in return answers, “Not 7 times but 77 times!” My pastor preached a impactful homily on forgiveness and the meaning of the 77 times. As I have been catching up on bits and pieces of the news today, I…
I was immediately transported back to my grandparents kitchen table on their farm. It was breakfast which always included a slice of beautiful New York State cheddar cheese and some orange juice. As I took a piece of cheddar cheese, I said, “this really is one of your best creations, you know…” “Meh,” He smiled….
I remember when I used this blog to walk through our liturgical seasons. I miss those days! Here we are on day 4 of Advent and there have no indication on this blog we have transitioned into our season of waiting. Why does this matter? Well, because building my patience is a constant battle. Advent…
Please check out my new blog and join our group as we make our way through this wonderful book. In addition the video bar has a couple of useful videos that discuss the Ignatian Examin. Everyone is welcome!http://www.wednesdaymorningbookgroup.blogspot.com/Please add your insights!
Today is the 12th day, or the Feast of the Three Kings. When the magi arrive and bring thier gifts to Jesus. The magi, rulers from foreign lands, risk thier lives to come and honor the Ruler of the world. This has always been one of my favorite passages in our collective story. When I was…
Happy Feast Day St. Francis of Assisi…one of my favorite saints. I remember watching Brother Sun and Sister Moon a movie about the life of Saint Francis and St. Clare and I thought he was the kindest, meekest and gentlest saint there could be. And he was portrayed by an adorable actor so there was…