On this Feast, this Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary – this HOLY Day – I’m struggling with the weight of my sin and the sins of the world. Sometimes, the recognition of how much I’ve fallen presses in on me. Today was such a day. At times the truth of who
“I am all yours, and all that I have is yours, O most loving Jesus, through Mary, your most holy Mother” (True Devotion, 233). DAY 24 of 33: SECTION 3: Entering into the Mystery of Jesus’ Crucifixion and Death Contemplating the Sorrowful Mysteries with Mary, St. Maximilian Kolbe, St. Mother Teresa and St. Louis
Want a simple, easy, and yummy way to celebrate Easter with your family that goes beyond coloring eggs? Regardless of age, all members of your family will enjoy this tasty, (and meaningful!) breakfast item. When my second son was in first grade, the teacher (the wonderful and sweet Mrs. Stewart) asked all the parents
Readings and Prayers for St. Louis-Marie de Montfort’s Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary FIRST WEEK THEME FOR THE WEEK: KNOWLEDGE OF SELF Prayers, examinations, reflection, acts of renouncement of our own will, of contrition for our sins, of contempt of self, all performed at the feet of Mary, for it is from her that we
Today we celebrate a great feast! The feast of All Soul’s Day. It is a great day to REMEMBER and PRAY for those who have died. Our prayers are ACTS OF LOVE and remembrances of them. All acts of love are efficacious — meaning they bear fruit. Because LOVE comes from God alone.
Besides coordinating Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration for my parish, I am an active and sought after retreat leader, teacher and speaker in the Diocese of Wichita, as well as a writer, artist and pilgrim.
I love to spend time with family and friends, as well as go to daily Mass, adore and pray, learn, travel, write and create beautiful things!
I write at Entering into the Mystery, Catholic 365 and Catholic Mom — seeking to inspire through sharing Goodness, Truth and Beauty manifested in the Love, Mercy, Power and Glory of God and Our Blessed Mother.
If you are interested in scheduling me to speak or lead a retreat, please email me at invitemiraclerosary@gmail.com.