Faith
When It Rains
Yesterday, my older sister called. During our conversation, she commented, “I remember Mommy saying, ‘When it rains, it pours.’” I couldn’t help but respond, “I think it’s pouring, but I have so much for which to be thankful.” Thank you, God, for everything.
Read MoreHe’s Still Got It
Growing up, my brother would occasionally walk on his hands. Even though he is over 40, he still does so sometimes. More importantly, he still has a strong faith. He and my sister-in-law are trying their best to pass on the Catholic Faith to their five children, assisting at Mass regularly and praying the Rosary as…
Read MoreCorpus Christi 2011
Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to go to our parish for the external feast of Corpus Christi this year, but I am happy to see some of the procession.
Read MoreWhen a Priest Makes a Sick Call
I wish that I had known. Our pastor paid a sick-call to our house yesterday to give Holy Commuion to Catherine. Before he came, he called and asked me if I had ever been present for a sick-call and I answered in the affirmative, letting him know that I had been present when my mom…
Read MorePlanting Seeds
Several weeks ago, as I sat in the dentist office reading a book, I heard a lady say, “I thought he was old school.” I looked up and she looked at me and repeated, “I thought he was old school.” I responded, “Actually what he has written is just as pertinent today as it was…
Read MoreVen. Pope Pius XII Speaks to Mothers
Yesterday, Fr. Berg, the Superior General of the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter, visited our parish and offered Mass for Good Shepherd Sunday. Before beginning his sermon, he wished all of the mothers a happy Mother’s Day, quoting a little bit from Pope Pius XII. This morning my curiosity got the best of me and I…
Read MoreExcerpt from the Blessing of the Font
The singing of the Sicut Cervus by our choir at the Easter Vigil took my breath away.
Read MoreLighting of the Easter Candle
I am happy to be able to watch the lighting of the Easter Candle at our parish. My two youngest children fell asleep before Mass began, so I stayed inside with them during the lighting of the Candle.
Read MoreMorning Inspiration
My godmother, Aunt Alice, sent this video to me this morning. I am thankful to have watched it again. As my Aunt Alice said, “May the message spread and touch many hearts!”
Read MoreA Teaching Moment
As Patrick and Finnian were playing on Friday, we heard Finnian tell Patrick: “Patrick, Jesus died on the cross for us, so that we can live with Him in Heaven. The devil can never go to Heaven because he is bad. The devil will never be allowed in Jesus’ house.” Finnian must be listening to…
Read MoreSaturday Routine
I am finally getting back into my Saturday routine of ironing clothes and listening to Audio Sancto. This past Saturday, I listened to three incredible sermons: The Errors of Russia: How They Affect Family Life The Errors of Russia: Their Plan and the Plan of Heaven The Errors of Russia: the Plan of Heaven —…
Read MoreThe Winning Strategy
“No, you can’t imagine it, any more than anyone could imagine how twelve nice Jewish boys could conquer the Roman Empire. You can’t imagine it, but you can do it. You can become a saint. Absolutely no one and nothing can stop you. It is your free choice. Here is one of the truest and…
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