“Lord, open my lips and my mouth shall declare your praise.” (Psalm 51:15) __________________________________ I can’t tell you how long I’ve wanted to discuss profanity. There are a multitude of topics that I want to cover but haven’t, either because I don’t think I’m a good authority on them or I’m afraid my posts would […]
Celebrating the Eucharist in Light of Thanksgiving Day
Praise the Merciful Lord that Fall has officially arrived. The calendar can say all it wants, but in the South the tell-tale signs are Pumpkin Spice Everythings and donning boots and a scarf when it’s 79 degrees. I’m seven years deep in Southern living after being grown in Nebraska, but despite the geographical and occasional cultural gaps […]
Blowing Off Steam & Learning True Devotion
I’ll be honest, I’m a little frustrated with God these days. There are parts of His plan that I just don’t GET and though I know that He allows all things for a greater good, I’m struggling to see the potential benefit to the present suffering of others. (I also know that God need not […]
Read the Catechism in a Year!
Good Morning! We’re 2 days into the Year of Faith and I just subscribed to the Read the Catechism in a Year emails. I know, I know…I’m behind and you probably already know about it; BUT…maybe you don’t! Spread it around and dive in to Catholicism! One of life’s simplest truths is that knowledge causes […]
Forgiveness: The Tough Stuff of Christianity
Home after my wonderful Bible Study, I usually feel exhilarated with joyful enthusiasm for whatever Christian concept we discussed whether it be love, humility, or generosity; but something’s “off” this time. I confess that while I feel enthusiasm, I think I’d call it more unsettled – maybe even puzzled – than joyful. Tonight we discussed […]
The Consolation of Simple Truths
This one’s for you, Mom 😉 There are certain truths I’ve been told and believed my whole life: God is love. God is my rock. To follow Christ is to be consequently joyful in all circumstances, even suffering. God has a plan for me TODAY. God provides. God showers graces. Perfect love casts out fear. […]
Changing My Own Tradition: A Brief Thought on Prayer
Just home from our regular 2 mile jaunt around the neighborhood, my boys promptly went down for their lunchtime naps and I plopped myself down in the middle of the couch – Bible and Bible study journal in-hand. Not wanting to just dive in to my study without calming my mind and soul, I looked […]
The Hands and Work of Christ
Will you forget yourself, deny yourself, in order to show mercy to others and be a channel of the Peace of Christ?
Radical Changes Fueled by Divine Mercy
I don’t believe in coincidences. Not anymore. I used to – maybe a month ago, but recently my skepticism has met its match in too many “coincidences” to ignore. I don’t believe in coincidences because I can say with all certainty that my soul is being pursued; not just pursued though – chased and hunted […]
Blind & Certain Trust within Your Soul
It’s approaching 6 AM when my house starts to stir. By that time, Andrew already methodically preps for work and before the sun gets a chance to shine on our street, I hear the baby stand up in his crib, happily squealing to let me know he’s ready for the day. At the same time […]
