During this colder month, it can be difficult to imagine days in the desert. But give it a try. Lent will be here before we know it; and in Lent, we enter the desert. The desert is a place in…
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They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 12
Before my conversion, I was quick to view life through a pessimistic lens and jump to the worst conclusions. I had been repeatedly disappointed by my broken family and throughout past relationships until I became an angry person.
My Friend(s), Chiara
The Saints, at times, have been difficult for me to connect with. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve seen the powerful intercession of many great Saints at work in my life, but they are often hard to relate to. I don’t…
They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 11
When our family was sick with COVID-19 it was an incredibly challenging time. My husband and I had never felt so sick in our lives. We were barely able to get out of bed and we still had to take care of our four small children.
They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 10
Have you ever felt like you may be the only person who struggles with the same sin over and over again? Well, you are not alone. I know the frustration of committing a particular sin, going to Confession, falling back into that sin, and repeating that cycle again and again until you begin to wonder if there’s even any point!
Weekly Wallpaper // 304
The Lord will bless His people with peace. // Psalm 29:1 Love this from today’s readings. Let His word dwell in us richly, sisters. Download your F R E E wallpapers right here —>>> Phone wallpaper Desktop wallpaper
They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 9
“What do you want me to do for you?” He replied, “Lord, please let me see.” // Luke 18:41
In this Gospel passage, we learn about the blind beggar. As soon as he heard that Jesus of Nazareth was passing by, he did not waste a moment—he seized the opportunity to encounter the Lord.
They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 8
God’s mercy leads me to hope in eternal life. God is merciful. Those three words change reality! Mercy is the reason God the Father sent His only Begotten Son to us.
The Eucharist is Real // Blessed is She Podcast: The Gathering Place Episode 133
All the love you’re looking for can be found in that little white Host. Just in case you’ve never heard this, Jesus Himself is alive and present in the Most Holy Eucharist. Every Mass, He makes Himself truly present…
Your New New Year’s Resolution
I first heard of Reform Wellness during Lent on this episode of the Poco a Poco Podcast. I, like so many, have been spiritually formed by the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal and know that anyone invited on the podcast…
They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 7
My husband handed me a prayer book one winter morning about two years ago. “Magnificat” read its beautiful cover.
Epiphany // Uninvited Guests + Savvy Star-Gazers
In the Eastern Orthodox tradition, the culmination of Christmastide is celebrated at last during the arrival of the Magi. Gifts aren’t exchanged among families until the Christ-Child would have received gifts Himself—by uninvited and savvy star-gazers anxious to arrive where…
They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 6
One of the clearest expressions of joy in the Gospel came from one of the most hope-filled women, Saint Elizabeth.
They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 5
What leads to discouragement? Discouragement enters into our lives when we place hope in ourselves, in others, or in created things.
They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 4
I have a friend who inspires me to be holy through her actions. When I feel distraught or tempted to despair, her response is always prayer, service, and sacrifice.
