Today is the Feast of St. Therese of the Child Jesus and of the Holy Face, Doctor of the Church. She is my Patron Saint, I love her Little Way, which is doing the little things with great love. I don't know about you but sometimes I can't see beyond the nose of my face … Continue reading Opportunity Offered
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From Admonition to Invitation
Luke 10: 38-42 As they continued their journey he entered a village where a woman whose name was Martha welcomed him. She had a sister named Mary [who] sat beside the Lord at his feet listening to him speak. Martha, burdened with much serving, came to him and said, “Lord, do you not care that … Continue reading From Admonition to Invitation
Boldness in Prayer, in Life
Matthew 20: 17 - 28 Blessed is She Reflection I've had this post open waiting for the right moment when things come together for a good writing session. The thing is, I'll probably write part of this now and finish it in a day or three. When all the words come together in a cohesive … Continue reading Boldness in Prayer, in Life
Lent & Loving Deeply
I'm sipping coffee, listening to music, and thinking. When I returned to the Church twenty-seven years ago the experience was intense. From the moment of knowing Jesus in the Eucharist right through the entire Rite of Christian Initiation. The guy leading RCIA made mention more than once of my own intensity. God's grace, and life … Continue reading Lent & Loving Deeply
Burnt up, not Burnt out
I cherish the hope that one day Thou wilt swoop down upon me and carry me up until I am lost, a willing victim, in the fiery heart of the furnace of Love. ~ St. Therese of Lisieux A friend of ours would often remark when times were tough that, "I'm being burnt up, not … Continue reading Burnt up, not Burnt out
Going out into the Deep
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1m_sWJQm2fs Last night just before my Sweetie went to bed I held him close for a moment to thank him for loving me through, walking with me, reminding me of God's love and direction and to pray for that, to be open to where God is leading. This was one of those "I am always … Continue reading Going out into the Deep
Go to the Source
The horizon is changing color quickly as the sun begins to rise. Our room here in Houston faces East making it possible for me to enjoy the beginning of the day. The color today begins with a red purple, into a kind of green yellow, into the end of the deep blue night sky. Moment … Continue reading Go to the Source
Forty Days of Prayer for Quilters: Day 13
Alt Title: When the Same Old Just Doesn't do it Anymore Be Still my Soul Kari Jobe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq59iE3MhXM is the song on repeat in my head this morning. This and a question on a forum got me thinking about prayer. Sometime in the last few weeks the readings landed on the disciples asking Jesus to … Continue reading Forty Days of Prayer for Quilters: Day 13
On Giving up Jealousy – Extended Version
The writing of this piece began before hearing Sunday's (twenty-sixth Sunday of Ordinary Time) readings. I'd love to say I read ahead and reflect on the readings, but alas I don't, but it's all good, it's like a little surprise, just like the homily. While surprised by the readings there's a gratitude for what I'd … Continue reading On Giving up Jealousy – Extended Version
Moments in Prayer
"How may I pray for you?" I asked. I nodded in agreement at the answer, adding the intention to my prayer list. And so I ask you, "How may I pray for you?" Please feel free to comment, and I'll pray for your specific intention. A childhood memory keeps coming forward lately. I was five, … Continue reading Moments in Prayer
A Quilter's Heart 