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They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 11 - Blessed Is She

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 - Blessed Is She

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!
They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 9 - Blessed Is She

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.
Weekly Wallpaper // 304 - Blessed Is She

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...
They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 8 - Blessed Is She

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.
They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 7 - Blessed Is She

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.
Your New New Year's Resolution - Blessed Is She

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...
Epiphany // Uninvited Guests + Savvy Star-Gazers - Blessed Is She

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...
They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 6 - Blessed Is She

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 - Blessed Is She

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 - Blessed Is She

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.
Beginning Again // Saint Quotes for a New Year - Blessed Is She

Beginning Again // Saint Quotes for a New Year

Ringing in the new year rekindles our hopes and dreams. It’s time to celebrate a fresh start, turning the page to begin a new chapter. We look forward to new...