Faith
Made the Time
Over the last week, my mom has been asking for a priest so she can go to Confession. It was somewhat of a surprise as unfortunately she is super confused most of the time. But this was a request that she made for several days. I called the woman at our parish who coordinates such […]
About Suffering
I have been listening to a couple different series on the Hallow app. This morning I was focused on Mary, the Mother of Jesus. I thought about her willingness to follow God and trust Him with her life. Even so, it didn’t keep her from suffering. The worst was when she had to stand by […]
Reminded of God’s Love
I met with my Stephen Minister this evening. She listens to whatever I have to say, is non-judgmental, and helps me to see things from a different perspective. What I appreciate the most is the ability to talk about faith. Whether I feel like I’m in a good place, frustrated, hopeful, peaceful, anxious, or even […]
Huge Relief
Another new caregiver has been here a couple weeks. The other day she said thought my mom had Cdif and told us all the hygiene protocols we should be following and that mom should be quarantined. My mom has had some troubles, but I had been talking with our nurses about it. Everything the caregiver […]
Like a Ballerina
Today we read yesterday’s reflection in “Jesus Calling”. It described a beautiful image of a ballerina spinning around and around. In order to keep her balanced, she must have a focal point. I suppose the same is true for other dancers and ice skaters as well. This concept tied in with our faith life. In […]
Steadfast in Faith
I listened to a podcast today that talked about how to resist the devil. First and foremost was to remain steadfast in faith. 1Peter 1:6-7 was quoted, “In this you rejoice, although now for a little while you may have to suffer through various trials, so that the genuineness of your faith, more precious than gold […]
Wait or Abide
I was happy to meet with my prayer group tonight. We talk about scripture and life and prayer for each other’s needs and intercessions. I always leave appreciating the wisdom, faith, and friendship of the group. Tonight one of the ladies talked about the difference between waiting and abiding. Waiting gives the visual image of […]
New Christians
Today at Mass, two men were fully initiated into the Catholic Church. One was a young adult who was an exchange student from Brazil. During his time here, he went to church with his host family. He was intrigued and soon converted. He will return back to his home as a new Christian. The other […]
Slow Down
Today my sister shared a quote that felt very relevant to me. “Sometimes God will slow you down so that the evil ahead of you will pass before you get there.” I can be impatient and anxious in a situation and want to move on. I have found it takes much commitment and perseverance to […]
Despite Myself
Today is the Feast of St. Bernadette who had visions of Mary the Mother of Jesus in Lourdes. I think when this day comes every year, my mother and I reminisce about the trip we took there. Today my mom still remembered some of the details, such as when we saw St. Bernadette’s uncorrupt body. […]
Still Finding God 