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Encounter the Gospel of John in a New Way

Encounter the Gospel of John in a New Way

Abide in His Love invites us to quiet the clamor, listen intently, and intimately connect with Jesus in Sacred Scripture.

Fashioned to Protect: Ribs and the Mystery of Woman

Fashioned to Protect: Ribs and the Mystery of Woman

Woman, formed from a rib, has great power over the opposite sex. But is called, instead, to quietly guard the heart of her man. He, in turn, will guard her, fight for her, in the best way he can.

Pilgrimage Sites in the Midwest Region of the U.S.

Pilgrimage Sites in the Midwest Region of the U.S.

Blessed Is She continues its blog post series of sacred pilgrimage sites throughout the United States. In this next installment, we explore holy locations in the midwest region of the country.

BIS Reads // Offer It Up

BIS Reads // Offer It Up

In her book, Offer It Up, Megan Hjelmstad delves into the richness of the Church’s teaching on redemptive suffering. Through practical wisdom, she teaches us simple ways to offer it up.

My (Disastrous) Morning with Mary and How She Met Me in It

My (Disastrous) Morning with Mary and How She Met Me in It

Inspired to meet Mary for coffee, how one woman experienced the Blessed Mother's true love for her daughter.

Beacon of Compassion: The Selfless Journey of Saint Damien Among the Outcast

Beacon of Compassion: The Selfless Journey of Saint Damien Among the Outcast

On his feast day, let us look to the example of Saint Damien of Molokai, who demonstrated sacrificial love in a profound way. How can we show love and empathy toward others today?

The Hidden Power of Spiritual Motherhood

The Hidden Power of Spiritual Motherhood

Through the example of Mary and the Saints, women discover that spiritual motherhood is not an abstract concept but a transformative grace that brings others closer to Christ.

40+ Graduation Gifts for a Future With Hope

40+ Graduation Gifts for a Future With Hope

Know a high school or college graduate? Here are more than forty gift ideas to celebrate their accomplishments.

Twelve Scripture Verses for the Gardener’s Soul

Twelve Scripture Verses for the Gardener’s Soul

Twelve Scripture verses bring to life the beauty of God's creation. They are perfect to meditate on as gardeners begin to plant this spring.

Monthly Wallpaper from Blessed is She // 389

Monthly Wallpaper from Blessed is She // 389

As we enter the month of May, we continue to rejoice in the Easter season as a Church by celebrating the new life and hope we have in Christ. It’s...
Three Crowns From Mary, Worn During Easter

Three Crowns From Mary, Worn During Easter

During the Easter season, Mary offers us three crowns to wear in honor of her Son, the Risen King: one of hope, one of love, and one of joy.

Marriage Advice: What Husbands Want to Hear

Marriage Advice: What Husbands Want to Hear

In marriage, balancing correction with compliments is the key to a man's heart. Here are four things husbands want to hear.