I love the Christmas creche in all its forms. I took this photo in a shop in Williamsburg, Virginia last year. It's amazing, a true work of art. All handmade! If you have a creche, you might consider a blessing. It's not too late as we are right now, today, within the Octave of Christmas. … Continue reading Away in a manger; celebrating the Octave of Christmas
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The Apple of Your Eye
In Psalm 17 David prays for justice and for protection from those who want to do him harm. I often pray for protection for my family and friends. I have asked countless times for God's angels to surround loved ones when I'm concerned for their safety. Sometimes I don't even know what the dangers may … Continue reading The Apple of Your Eye
On Kings and Hope
In Psalm 2 we read about the anointed One of God. This is understood in the New Testament, particularly in the Book of Acts, to be referring to Jesus. In fact, in Acts 4:25-27 we see the Apostles directly quote from this Psalm as an explanation of the things they do in Jesus' name. At … Continue reading On Kings and Hope
Our Lady of Sorrows
The Gospel reading for today is from John, Chapter 19, verses 25-27. It is short, but powerful. Standing by the cross of Jesus were his mother and his mother's sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene. When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple there whom he loved he said to his mother, … Continue reading Our Lady of Sorrows
2 Timothy 4:1-8
At the end of St. Paul's life, he feels all alone. Many friends have left him, others have betrayed him. He is imprisoned for publicly expressing his beliefs and urging others to believe. He will end his life dying for the faith, a martyr. Many of us know the feeling of being betrayed by someone … Continue reading 2 Timothy 4:1-8
Fix our eyes on Jesus
We Christians are told time and again to keep our eyes on Jesus. Paul, in his letter to the Hebrews is the first to instruct us to do so. Fix our eyes on Jesus, the leader and perfecter of faith. And then the apostle goes on to describe the crucified Christ. He says that Jesus … Continue reading Fix our eyes on Jesus
Our hope is in You
What follows is a prayer I composed about 14 years ago. I still pray it every week. Or more. I used to pray it every single day. For years. I based the Rosary For Warriors upon this prayer. Whether I pray the rosary or not, I pray these intentions. There is a phrase in the … Continue reading Our hope is in You
What we hope for…
Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. - Hebrews, 11:1 I was talking to a couple of friends yesterday via Messenger's video chat feature, which I love! It allows you to stay in touch immediately across space and time. How awesome is that?! And, in … Continue reading What we hope for…
Matthew 17:1-8
Today's Gospel relates the story of Christ's transfiguration in the presence of three of His disciples. During this fantastic episode three apostles - Peter, John, and James - not only see God's glory emanating from within Jesus, but they hear the voice of His Father saying, "This is my beloved Son; listen to Him." In … Continue reading Matthew 17:1-8
“Saving what we love”
"That's how we're going to win. Not fighting what we hate. Saving what we love." - Rose Tico (Star Wars The Last Jedi) I just watched this movie on Netflix last night. What was the thing that prompted these words from a young rebel fighter (fighting against tyranny and oppression!)? After she saved the life … Continue reading “Saving what we love”
