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
Tag: Grace
Memory, Quilting and Prayer
It's a porch morning this morning. Meaning I got to sit on the porch with an insulated cup of water this morning. It's overcast this morning, and the sky is kind of gray, meaning that the sunrise is spectacular somewhere other than the viewing area from the front porch. While out there though I prayed … Continue reading Memory, Quilting and Prayer
And so it begins
Happy Ash Wednesday. Where we as a collective voluntarily wander into the desert, take a look at our heart in the light of the beauty of God's Love. Or we wander over to Elijah's cave, to listen for God's voice. In Lent the call is to prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Three things that are part … Continue reading And so it begins
Aha!
Sundays begin with Fr Mike 's and Bishop Barron's homilies. (Sunday Readings) This week Fr Mike focuses on rest and gives some good insight into what rest can look like. As he started the homily I had this Aha! moment that sent me thinking for a few moments. Which means I probably missed an important … Continue reading Aha!
Savor the Graces
The benefit of practicing the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius in this 30 week retreat format is learning how to Savor the Graces of the week. This is the same kind of practice, or a similar practice to Spiritual Direction wherein you look for the ways God is working in your life, in this moment. … Continue reading Savor the Graces
Dignity, Vocation and a deeper understanding
On the wall in my living room is a framed poster of St. John Paul II, there are tickets to the Mass in Central Park and a t-shirt from being "ushers" in Yonkers. In the cabinet is a bottle of water blessed by him at St. Joseph Seminary in Yonkers. My husband saw the helicopter … Continue reading Dignity, Vocation and a deeper understanding
Asking for Help
I'm currently working on editing a video interview. A couple of months ago I knew how to add a couple of features and now, because of lack of practice, I don't remember. Thankfully I have a friend who will help me so I'll be back up and running fairly quickly. This is a good reminder … Continue reading Asking for Help
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
In Answer to Prayer
https://twitter.com/Joeinblack/status/1231179922191847424 One of the thoughts I picked up when working with a friend is, "God writes straight with crooked lines." While thinking about this an image of mountain switchbacks popped into my head. And because of that an image of quilted ribbon candy. Then I thought I'd like to start out every single story with, … Continue reading In Answer to Prayer
On a Desire to Hold Hands
1992 a good year indeed. After Confirmation and First Eucharist my Sweetie and I started talking about the when and how of getting married. In my family there were three weddings in less than six months, and one of my besties married that year. Celebrating Twenty-seven years with this guy in September Twenty-seven years. Sometimes … Continue reading On a Desire to Hold Hands
A Quilter's Heart 