Where is the newborn king? This was the question that drove the Magi on their long journey. They were wise, so they went to the most logical place to find the newborn king of the Jews, the holy city of Jerusalem- but unfortunately it was the wrong place! Continue reading
If you haven’t made a New Year’s resolution yet, or even if you have, the Holy Family has something to offer you. This year, New Year’s Eve happened to fall on the Feast of the Holy Family, which provided an excellent opportunity for me to reflect on this humble family, and to consider what they can teach us regarding the resolutions we usually make.
One of my favorite things about going to Mass during the Christmas season is seeing the nativity set. My most favorite piece, the one that always mesmerizes me, is the infant Jesus. Continue reading
My body screamed for more sleep. It was pitch black and very quiet. Why did I agree to get up so early on our girls weekend away? Continue reading
“You’re glowing!”
I was told this quite a number of years ago when I was pregnant, and now I see the bright glow in my two daughters-in-law who are expecting. This radiant blessing is something many women experience due to the physiological changes that occur during pregnancy. The glow of pregnancy has helped me to view the Transfiguration of our Lord in a slightly different light. Continue reading
Happy Easter everyone! Happy, happy Easter!!
I know what you are thinking. Easter was over seven weeks ago, why in the world are you wishing us Happy Easter? Well, for Catholics, Easter is not just a single day, but a whole season. Fifty days in fact. Continue reading
Holy Week officially started this Sunday with the glorious palm branch entry of Jesus into Jerusalem and will end with the passion, death and then resurrection of our Lord on Easter Sunday. Leading up to Holy Week, I felt called to focus on two things. The words Holy and Weak. No, that was not a typo. I do mean weak, not week. Continue reading
What would you do if you were kidnapped at age 16, sold as a slave, and taken to another country? The real question is what would you do if you were able to escape? Continue reading
Can you see it?
Yes, there is a manger- an empty manger- but look at the shadow. Can you see it?
Not so long ago we were celebrating the Christmas season; but now, Lent is knocking at the door and in the space where the baby King slept, is the shadow of a cross. A stark reminder that the babe was born to die. Continue reading
“Mmm….just right!” your mouth tells you as you take a sip of the perfect latte, cappuccino, coffee, hot tea or whatever you start your day with. But if there’s too much sugar, not enough cream, or the temperature is too cold or too hot, it can throw a wrench in the works. You mumble & grumble and pour & stir until you get it just right. How do I know? Because I find myself scrupulously preparing my cup of morning brew! Continue reading
