Where is God leading?I do not know.For in this place, at this momentI revel in the unexpectedness of it allFor there are moments wherein I said Noand yet The Father waits for my returnheart in hand outstretched, Him hearing the faintsobbing, "it hurts" barely whisperedOnce consoled, experiencing the betternessof a kissed knee, running off joyfully,freely … Continue reading A Faith in Quilting Post
Tag: Elizabeth Scalia
Advent
Advent from, "ad-venire" in Latin or "to come to." The beginning of our Liturgical year, a time of preparation for the coming of God into humanity, one focusing on the virtues of hope, peace, joy and love. For years as we got to the Third Sunday, and all that week held for us our boss, … Continue reading Advent
What doesn’t matter
https://www.etsy.com/listing/888285158/saint-philip-neri-pillow-st-philip-neri This Pillow says, "Cast yourself into the arms of God and be very sure if He wants anything of you He will fit you for the work and give you strength." St. Philip NeriSee the etsy link for the pillow Elizabeth Scalia shared this link and the St Philip Neri quote caught my attention. … Continue reading What doesn’t matter
Chocolate Cake
The room, once a cafeteria filled with the smells of good food, and the laughter and conversation of people from all over the area on a spiritual pilgrimage, now filled with the books and other items too long on the gift shop shelves. Oh that sweet, somewhat musty scent of oldish wood, delicately balanced with … Continue reading Chocolate Cake
Book Study: Strange Gods: Unmasking the Idols in Everyday Life Chapter 10 & Conclusion
A friend just got a book contract and is starting the hard work of writing said book. Please keep her in prayer through this journey, it's going to be a bit of a hard slog and she is in need of our support. Last night we finished the book study on Strange Gods: Unmasking the … Continue reading Book Study: Strange Gods: Unmasking the Idols in Everyday Life Chapter 10 & Conclusion
Changing Prayer
If there is one person in Catholic circles I'd love to interview right now Elizabeth Scalia would be that person. Lest this seem a total fangirl post it is and it's not for when someone writes about themselves presenting the dumbass things they do it would be her. I can be a bit of a … Continue reading Changing Prayer
Book Study: Strange Gods Chapters 8 & 9
Chapter 8 The Super IdolsChapter 9 Through the Looking Glass: Super Idols and Language I am a quilter who is actively pursuing a career in the world of quilting. One of the most important lessons I'm trying to learn, to let sink deeply into my being is, "It's not about me" or more to the … Continue reading Book Study: Strange Gods Chapters 8 & 9
Book Study: Strange Gods Chapters 6 & 7
A couple of weeks ago I reached out to a friend who I've been concerned about for quite a while. When I heard from her I cried a little bit. In spite of some personal difficulties she's okay. If you would, in your charity, please pray for L. The book study this week is delayed … Continue reading Book Study: Strange Gods Chapters 6 & 7
Book Study: Strange Gods Chapters 4 & 5
Chapter 4 - The Idol of Prosperity; Chapter 5 - The Idol of Technology I'm taking a bit of a different focus this week with the Book Study by combining the reflections and sharing an experience. First the experience. Yesterday I had a private lesson with one of my students, having scheduled this after checking … Continue reading Book Study: Strange Gods Chapters 4 & 5
Strange Gods Book Study Week 2: Chapters 2 & 3
My day took a little bit of a winding path. I was planning on filming and editing video. Then the storms popped up and they are predicted to last on/off through the rest of the evening so I am writing now rather than tomorrow. As the storms popped up, shifting the course of my day … Continue reading Strange Gods Book Study Week 2: Chapters 2 & 3
A Quilter's Heart 