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How to Question an Angel and Speak to Tell the Tale - Blessed Is She

How to Question an Angel and Speak to Tell the Tale

In the gospel reading on Wednesday of this week, and again tomorrow, on Christmas Eve, we hear the story of the Annunciation to Mary: How the Angel Gabriel appears to...
December 23, 2017
“And Mary Said . . .” - Blessed Is She

“And Mary Said . . .”

When I was a child, I loved the miniseries, Anne of Green Gables. Anne had a best friend, Diana, whom she called her “bosom friend” and “kindred spirit.” Ever since...
December 22, 2017
A Father of His Promise - Blessed Is She

A Father of His Promise

This Gospel always makes my heart sing, as it is a glimpse of the Father’s intrinsic vision for women, who are invited to participate in the light of His promise....
December 21, 2017
Our Blessed Mother's Heart is His Home - Blessed Is She

Our Blessed Mother's Heart is His Home

Once in a while a family member or friend will inform me my voicemail is full. I usually chuckle (I admit to a sentimental streak!) before beginning the difficult task...
December 20, 2017
God's "Perfect" Timing - Blessed Is She

God's "Perfect" Timing

Some say that God's timing is perfect, though these words can be hardly encouraging if you have been waiting for a long time for your prayers to be answered and...
December 19, 2017
Do Not Be Afraid - Blessed Is She

Do Not Be Afraid

In today’s Gospel, the Blessed Virgin Mary and Saint Joseph were facing incredibly challenging positions. I can only imagine the inner turmoil both Mary and Joseph must have felt. At...
December 18, 2017
In Good Company - Blessed Is She

In Good Company

Until recently, I had never really been a fan of Saint John the Baptist. All that camel hair and locust eating left a bad taste in my mouth (pun intended)....
December 17, 2017
Inextinguishable Fire - Blessed Is She

Inextinguishable Fire

Our God is a fiery Lover. Since the beginning, He’s been tirelessly pursuing our hearts. And we disappoint Him. A lot. And yet He keeps wanting us, loving us, saving...
December 16, 2017
Lead Me to My (New) Home - Blessed Is She

Lead Me to My (New) Home

Recently, my husband and I bought a house. Our first home. Before this happened, one day we had received a note from our landlord saying our rent would increase by...
December 15, 2017
Purpose in Christ - Blessed Is She

Purpose in Christ

There are seasons of life that seem to drone on. Wake up, feed the kids, change diapers, teach, love, and feed again. Then we get ready for bed and do...
December 14, 2017
Invite God Into the Chaos - Blessed Is She

Invite God Into the Chaos

It’s 7:40 in the morning. I should already be showered and ready for work, but I cannot pull myself out of bed this morning. With each passing beep of the...
December 13, 2017
Flesh, Feast, and Feeling Worthy - Blessed Is She

Flesh, Feast, and Feeling Worthy

Do you know what the Spanish word “carne” is? It means meat or flesh. Many years ago my pastor pointed out during his Christmas Mass homily the significance of the...
December 12, 2017