Not all are called to be artists in the specific sense of the term. Yet, as Genesis has it, all men and women are entrusted with the task of crafting their own life: in a certain sense, they are to make of it a work of art, a masterpiece. It is important to recognize the … Continue reading 40 Days of Prayer for Quilters – Day 5
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Nurturing
On this day celebrating the beauty and grace of womanhood I share with you Muliaris Dignatatem, On the Dignity and Vocation of Women. Reading this shifted my understanding of what I perceived as the Church's view on women, and how I as a woman offer beauty, grace, femininity, and while not a mother in the, … Continue reading Nurturing
Accept and Give
He is Risen! He is Risen Indeed! Happy Easter! John 15:13 No one has greater love than this, than to lay down one's life for his friends. As often happens what I think I'm writing about, isn't what I actually write about. Well, at least not directly. Yesterday the Vatican released the Apostolic Exhortation Gaudete … Continue reading Accept and Give
Wow!
I started this post during the Triduum (Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday), listening to Gregorian Chant while reflecting on the Passion of Jesus. Yeah I'm so not that holy - simply in need of a change of norm. It all started with this: beautiful reflection on the love of Jesus. There is something so deep … Continue reading Wow!
Signed, Teri
Caralyn of Beauty Beyond Bones linked to this podcast by Fr. Mike Schmitz. I wept. Like Caralyn, I'm at a loss for words to adequately describe the homily, it's perfect for today as in our Catholic/Christian tradition this is the Day. Good Friday. There are so many quilterly things jumbling for attention - my own … Continue reading Signed, Teri
It is a good day to begin again
Next to the Crucifix on the wall in front of my sewing machine is this quote: Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself. Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections but instantly set about remedying them - every day begin the task anew. St Francis de Sales When I … Continue reading It is a good day to begin again
Grace
Oh Lord, please allow me to be open to your Grace this Lent, and in this season of life. I am grateful for the challenges. I long to be Your faithful daughter. Teri
Who from Scripture do I want to have dinner with?
As the words start spilling from the heart to the page, a memory from several years ago keeps coming to mind. My Sweetie and I were on a ministry related trip with some of the guys we worked with, when we stopped for dinner. As a larger group (about 17) a few tables needed rearranging. … Continue reading Who from Scripture do I want to have dinner with?
If the desert is holy; a quilt show is an oasis
I've been honest about living in the desert at times over the last few years. The desert is, as Jesus exemplifies, a holy place. It is a place where we are closest to God. A place where we are most vulnerable. A place of honesty, integrity. A place where through the dryness we are given … Continue reading If the desert is holy; a quilt show is an oasis
Good Intentions or How I’m going to hell in a handbasket
Okay, that's a bit drama-fill innit! Sometimes an apology or an explanation isn't good enough to mend. And while I know deep down we're fine, my friend and I, ooh hold on it'll all make sense. Psalm 51 Have mercy on me, God, in accord with your merciful love; in your abundant compassion blot out … Continue reading Good Intentions or How I’m going to hell in a handbasket
A Quilter's Heart 