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
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
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
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
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.
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...
They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 3
The evening of June 8, 1985 was a memorable one for Saint Thérèse of Lisieux. With her community of Carmelites, Saint Thérèse listened to the obituary of Sister Anne-Marie of Jesus, a fellow Carmelite Sister in a neighboring monastery.
They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 2
Let us hold unwaveringly to our confession that gives us hope, for he who made the promise is trustworthy. // Hebrews 10:23 Hope and trust. These two words roll off...
The Motherhood of Mary
I love this feast day that honors the Blessed Virgin Mary under the aspect of her motherhood of Jesus. By virtue of her divine motherhood, Mary has become mother of...
They That Hope: The 2022 Prayer Pledge // Day 1
Happy new year, friend! As we still soak in the Christmas season while looking ahead to the dawn of a new year, we are thrilled to be stepping into 2022 with you, in prayer.
