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I Know You, Come In - Blessed Is She

I Know You, Come In

This Gospel rattles my bones every time I read it or hear it proclaimed at Mass. I imagine being one of those who knocks on the door and the Lord...
October 31, 2018
Reality Check from God the Father - Blessed Is She

Reality Check from God the Father

I often struggle with the temptation of being very merit-through-productivity based. What I mean is, the amount I can physically accomplish is somehow the measure of how good I am,...
October 30, 2018
Love as Labor - Blessed Is She

Love as Labor

"[L]ive in love . . .” (Ephesians 5:2). In today’s Gospel we are met with an all too familiar scene: Jesus being challenged by a religious leader and ultimately proving...
October 29, 2018
You Won't Believe This Miracle - Blessed Is She

You Won't Believe This Miracle

It was the longest five minutes ever. I paced the hall, nearly wearing a hole in the carpet. My stomach turned; whether from nerves or something more, I’d soon find...
October 28, 2018
Are We Fully Alive, All Together? - Blessed Is She

Are We Fully Alive, All Together?

“The glory of God is a human being fully alive!” (Saint Ireneaus) Self-care is a topic that’s often talked about in today’s world. It’s probably safe to say you’ve heard...
October 27, 2018
Your Call, Your Dignity - Blessed Is She

Your Call, Your Dignity

Throughout life we experience a variety of callings. During my twenties, a personal call I experienced was to serve in lay ministry for the Church, one I continue to this...
October 26, 2018
Tip the Whole Boat Over - Blessed Is She

Tip the Whole Boat Over

“Don’t rock the boat,” I thought to myself as I stared down at the powdery substance laid out before him on the dinner table. I knew it was wrong, but...
October 25, 2018
How Can I Respond to Grace - Blessed Is She

How Can I Respond to Grace

Dear sisters in Christ, I sit here frustrated and at a loss for words. Upon reading today’s readings I felt the tension in my neck and shoulders rise, my jaw...
October 24, 2018
Scrubbing the House of My Soul - Blessed Is She

Scrubbing the House of My Soul

It was getting late; my husband and I started to wonder if our dinner guests could not make it. They had not canceled our plans, so we just pressed on...
October 23, 2018
Everything Is Grace - Blessed Is She

Everything Is Grace

I have the feeling today is going to be a good day as I slip on one of my favorite shirts. The soft cotton is a comfort, and its warm,...
October 22, 2018
Those Cringe-Worthy Spiritual Moments - Blessed Is She

Those Cringe-Worthy Spiritual Moments

I nearly did a facepalm when I read Saints James and John's words today: "Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you" (Mark 10:35). Though...
October 21, 2018
Saint Paul, a Barista, and Me - Blessed Is She

Saint Paul, a Barista, and Me

Saint Paul is my cheerleader today. His words make me feel emboldened and ready to take on the day, evangelizing my own corner of the world. I feel the joy...
October 20, 2018