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What Is Missing in My Life Right Now?
Posted on May 25, 2023 Leave a Comment
By Stacy LaMorte We do all sorts of things in our lives to fill voids, which is only human. However, it is important for us and for us to teach our kids how to build awareness around what we are actually seeking when we do the things to fill the void. Most times, what we […]
Prayer is work
Posted on February 22, 2023 Leave a Comment
By Kristy Solis It is difficult to ask for help in times of need, which includes asking God for help. Sometimes, we simply may not even know what to ask for. When we are overwhelmed, this is a time to call upon God. A simple prayer of guidance through the chaos will suffice. God is […]
What are the hard times preparing you for?
Posted on January 19, 2023 Leave a Comment
By Kristy Solis A new year is upon us. In the new year, I keep hearing others say, “last year was hard, so hoping for a better year.” Even my young daughters have expressed this sentiment. It is a great time to reflect on Scripture, which reminds all of us that God commands us to […]
Seeing Jesus in your child
Posted on November 6, 2022 Leave a Comment
By Kristy Solis For those who have been blessed to know and embody Jesus, it is easy to recognize Jesus around them and in others. Have you ever seen Jesus in a child? For children, it comes so naturally and effortlessly. If you pay attention to your children, you will see Jesus. I challenge you […]
Gratitude for God
Posted on September 29, 2022 Leave a Comment
By Kristy Solis Back to school and time for school pictures. My daughter came home from school with her school pictures, handed them to me and said, “I do not like my pictures.” As her mother, I may be biased, nonetheless, the pictures are beautiful. My daughter could not even tell me why she did […]
Suffering prepares us for greater joy
Posted on August 25, 2022 Leave a Comment
By Kristy Solis Recently, my daughters experienced a death of a loved one in our family. The loss was a difficult life milestone. Yet, the most difficult part of this experience for them was the suffering of others around them. What do you teach your children about suffering? We had a number of family discussions […]
Lord, I am Not Worthy
Posted on May 7, 2022 Leave a Comment
By Jenny Dendinger As I kneel in the pew waiting for my turn, my heart pounds in my chest. Soon, I will receive Jesus in the Eucharist. I stand, and with each step, I become more and more aware of how unworthy I am of such a gift. Yet, he still calls to me. Silently, […]
Before you play the comparison game, try this instead
Posted on March 31, 2022 Leave a Comment
By Megan Lacourrege Do you struggle with comparisons? Perhaps you are prone to comparing yourself to others. Or maybe other people approach you with comparisons of their own. In my own life, I discovered that comparisons have never left me happy. They often seemed to cause competition and even contempt. Once I realized that, I’ve […]
Bow your head
Posted on March 29, 2022 Leave a Comment
By Kristy Solis Life is filled with blessings, even during the difficult times. Reflect on who has walked this journey of life with you. God should be first and foremost. Sometimes in life, you need to bow your head to the Lord, say a prayer to the Lord and wait out a storm with […]
A spiritual athlete
Posted on March 17, 2022 Leave a Comment
By Charla Misse I have been thinking about the many parallels between physical training and spiritual training: By starting small and working up to greater goals, we get stronger, go faster and reach higher. Through persistence, we develop good habits and find ourselves conditioned for even unexpected challenges. At times when we are injured or […]
New Year Hope
Posted on January 13, 2022 Leave a Comment
By Kristy Solis The new year has begun! What do you look forward to in a new year? What does your family look forward to in a new year? My children said “peace” and “turtles.” My youngest daughter is obsessed with turtles. Yet, turtles have been known to symbolize peace. Sounds good to me. May […]
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