Hold is my 2026 word of the year. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DY3Oye5Ald5/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== "I'm holding you in my heart." means I'm praying for you and your intentions. I see the heartache you are experiencing right now and will walk with you through it. I see the joy and am praising with you. I see your grief and am grieving … Continue reading Hold
Experiencing Easter
Today on the Ascension App I offer the daily reflection from the reading from Acts of the Apostles. The daily reflections are only available on the app. Thank you to one of the Dominican Sisters my Sweetie works with for the recommendation. Welcome to all who are dropping by for a visit. Lent was very … Continue reading Experiencing Easter
Before I get on with the Rest of my Day
Twilight in the Bronx There are days when realizations come at you like a thunderbolt from the blue. One of the funniest conversations I had during the two years of formation was with one of the mentors who thought that I am an extrovert. When I shared that I'm a strong introvert she was surprised. … Continue reading Before I get on with the Rest of my Day
Honest Thomas
The Gospel Reading from this weekend is from John 20, with the highlight being Thomas, who, in this moment earns the moniker Doubting Thomas. It is easy to see his doubt, sure. It's easy to hear finger-wagging Jesus scolding Thomas. And yet, is Jesus really scolding Thomas as much as he is stating a truth … Continue reading Honest Thomas
He is Risen as He Said, Alleluia
Alleluia!Hallelujah!Alleluia! The Readings for Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday are longer, particularly the Gospel. Palm Sunday and Good Friday we actively, appropriately and rather uncomfortably participate in the Gospel reading. One thing I know about the Gospels, details are important. Now in the place where he had been crucified there was … Continue reading He is Risen as He Said, Alleluia
A Gallimaufry of Thought
I started this post the other day thinking about several things all at the same time: Elijahs cave:- This sent me looking for the meaning of Elijah's name, "My God is YHWH". - The storm both external and internal- the cave as a place of both safety and to hide- God is in controlSt John … Continue reading A Gallimaufry of Thought
One Thing I Appreciate About Quilting is . . .
how each quilter, as desired, is able to discover their own unique, bespoke style. As we hone our skills, come to understand color - more on this in a moment - and discover part of the quilt making process that makes our heart sing with great delight, the more our quilts begin to reveal who … Continue reading One Thing I Appreciate About Quilting is . . .
Solemnity of Saint Joseph
Joseph. Joseph, earthly father of Jesus, never says one word in any of the Gospels. Ever. While wordless in speech he speaks volumes to Faith, Fidelity to Marriage, to Trust. As the Gospel of Matthew begins, we hear Joseph's lineage revealing that he is the current heir to the throne of David. As husband to … Continue reading Solemnity of Saint Joseph
Pondering and Writing
Happy Monday of the fourth week of Lent....I started writing this last week - which is not unusual for me. Sunday's Gospel from John is where Jesus meets the Samaritan woman at the well. There is much about this encounter that I don't fully understand, giving me an opportunity to go deeper. While on the … Continue reading Pondering and Writing
First Friday of Lent 2026
Part of the Lenten commitment is reading Part Four: Christian Prayer in the "new" Catechism. For the last two weeks I've been looking for my copy. Yes, yes I can read it online through the USCCB website. However, there's something about the whole holding a book in my hands, underlining, making notes in the margins, … Continue reading First Friday of Lent 2026
A Quilter's Heart 