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Loving Thy Neighbor
Posted on December 22, 2020 Leave a Comment
By Jenny Dendinger During our daily bike rides, we make sure to smile and wave as we pass our neighbors. Occasionally, we stop and visit for a few minutes while bonding over a pet. Friendly animals always make good icebreakers! One day, while loving on his dog, Suzy, our neighbor asked, “Am I right to […]
The Gift of Hope
Posted on December 6, 2020 Leave a Comment
By Jenny Dendinger As we were telling a parish priest hello after Mass, I noticed an older lady standing off to the side. I thought she was waiting for a chance to speak to the priest, but she walked up to me instead. Her mask was still on, but her eyes were smiling as she […]
Preparing for His Arrival
Posted on November 5, 2020 Leave a Comment
By Jenny Dendinger If someone tells you that they are going to stop by for an unexpected visit, what’s the first thing you do? I know in my family, we clean! I immediately announce that a visitor is on their way and instruct everyone to quickly pick up anything out of place. We also wipe […]
A Sacramental Oasis
Posted on October 1, 2020 Leave a Comment
By Jenny Dendinger Blessing ourselves with holy water might appear to be a simple act, but its absence in our lives these last few months has been painfully noticeable for my family. Before COVID-19, the only time the holy water was missing from the font was during the Triduum. I’ve also heard that some churches […]
A Different Perspective
Posted on July 26, 2020 Leave a Comment
By Jenny Dendinger I was lost in lesson planning when my son approached me in tears. I automatically scanned his little body for signs of injury, but all I could find was a defeated look on his face. He crumbled into my arms and sobbed, “Mom, I wasted my money on this game! All of […]
Back to the Basics
Posted on June 25, 2020 Leave a Comment
By Jenny Dendinger P.E. – canceled. Trip to the lighthouse – canceled. First Friday picnic – canceled. Little Mermaid Ballet – canceled. Date night – canceled. I could go on, but I think you get my point. COVID-19 threw quite a monkey wrench into our plans, and, as a result, our family life became a […]
Rooting Out Racism
Posted on June 11, 2020 Leave a Comment
By Jenny Dendinger With a heavy heart, I spoke to our children about the evils of racism during our bedtime prayers. This wasn’t the first time we’d discussed the topic, but their innocent faces always look the same – shocked and confused. While I mournfully described the last moments of George Floyd’s life, their eyes […]
Sharing the Blessing
Posted on May 28, 2020 Leave a Comment
By Jenny Dendinger Most Holy Trinity Parish in Covington recently paired with CRC Global Solutions to distribute a truckload of food to the needy during this time of crisis. Since my sister-in-law knew we could use the help, she generously offered to go wait in line. When she pulled into my driveway, every spot in her […]
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