Bloom where you’re planted
Blessed are those who trust in the LORD; the LORD will be their trust. They are like a tree planted beside the waters that stretches out its roots to the stream: It does not fear heat when it comes, its… Read More ›
Blessed are those who trust in the LORD; the LORD will be their trust. They are like a tree planted beside the waters that stretches out its roots to the stream: It does not fear heat when it comes, its… Read More ›
Are you bad with directions? Have you been lost or perhaps just made a wrong turn or missed your turn? My youngest daughter loves to go on long drives. She or I pick a location to drive to. One of… Read More ›
Do you struggle with forgiving others or yourself? Perhaps your greater struggle is confessing your own sins and asking for forgiveness. I’ll admit I do struggle a bit especially when it comes to confessing. Throughout life, I’ve learned a lot… Read More ›
“Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus. Do not quench the Spirit. Do not despise prophetic utterances. Test everything; retain what is good. Refrain from… Read More ›
“A voice cries out: In the desert prepare the way of the LORD! Make straight in the wasteland a highway for our God!” Isaiah 40:3 Today we enter into week 2 of our Advent preparation. We are full of hope… Read More ›
“You, too, must keep watch…” Mark 13:35 Have you ever gone bird watching? I’ve never gone bird watching but have been fascinated with observing birds on my walks or as I sit outdoors. A bit curious as to what is… Read More ›
Laying there upon the table, I found this nice, leather-bound book. Unrecognizable to my eyes. Where had it come from? What did it contain? Was it fiction or non-fiction? In awe and wonder, I picked it up and began flipping… Read More ›
“Whatever you are doing, that which makes you feel the most alive…that is where God is.” St Ignatius Ever played the game I spy as a kid or even as an adult? I confess to both. When you play I… Read More ›
“We all know when we look at the cross how Jesus loved us. When we look at the Eucharist, we know how much He loves us NOW.” St. Teresa of Calcutta Can you recall a memory when you felt extreme… Read More ›
“I am the true vine, and my Father is the vine grower. He takes away every branch in me that does not bear fruit and every one that does he prunes’ so that it bears more fruit.” John 15:1-2 What… Read More ›