Does it feel empty? That’s the question I was asked recently during a holy conversation after my oldest was married. It took me off guard.
Monica’s Praise Report 4/12/23
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The Ultimate Sacrifice
Yet it was our infirmities that he bore, our sufferings that he endured, while we thought of him as stricken, as one smitten by God and afflicted.
Monica’s Praise Report 4/05/23
Every time, I sit in silence and wait to be given what I am to share. Every time, I have to remind myself not to worry about what I will say. Every time, God has to remind me that my commitment is just to be His pencil.
His Love Changes Us
This weekend is the start of Holy Week. It begins with the celebration of Palm Sunday as we remember the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem.
Palm Sunday Readings
On Palm Sunday, we first have a processional gospel of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem from the Gospel of Matthew, readings from Isaiah and Philippians, and the Passion of Christ according to Matthew. There is far too much to comment on, but I’ll try to give you my “readers digest version.”
Monica’s Praise Report 3/29/23
As I prepare for another holiday of gathering with loved ones. I am particularly offering up the challenges of gathering (we all have them: the increased noise, lack of privacy, having to wait your turn for the restroom…)
Miracle of Life – Weeks 7 to 10
Though still developing, the preborn baby’s heart has been beating for 2 weeks now. A first ultrasound can be done between 6 to 8 weeks of pregnancy and at that time the baby’s heartbeat can be heard and a due date can be set.
Monica’s Praise Report 3/22/23
Oh my! How God has been working on me! I know He is working on us all. I see Him in our daily life, guiding, softening hearts, patiently revealing truths through seemingly ordinary moments.
St. John de Brébeuf
St. John was born in 1593 in Normandy, France. After graduating from college he joined the Jesuits in hopes of becoming a brother. On February 19, 1622, he was instead ordained a priest.
Lent with the Saints – Brave and Forgiving
Green might be considered important and lucky today, but on this feast day of St. Patrick’s we reflect upon his bold faith, bravery in the face of danger, and genuine forgiveness.
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To Forgive or Not Forgive
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Who do you say that I am?
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Encourage Deeper Understanding of Scripture
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God and the Good Strong Wind
My only real memory of the Mackinac Island ferry was the physical sensation of the wind against my face. I remember, distinctly, that it hurt. It surprised and confused me because wind had never felt painful before. Looking back now, I realize that it wasn’t just the...
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