You never realize how much you love something until it’s gone. In 2020, when Churches were closed, I realized how much I love attending Mass. I had never noticed how much it’s a part of me until I couldn’t attend, until I was forced to watch Mass from my living room on my laptop. IContinue reading “Mass: The Place Where I Feel at Home”
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How to Discern God’s Will For You
Discerning God’s will is hard. At times we think we’ve got it, and then we’re thrown a curveball. How many times do we wish we could just give him a call and ask him what we’re supposed to do? Striving to live our life according to God’s will is a lot easier said than done.Continue reading “How to Discern God’s Will For You”
Bible Verses that Speak to You
“For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord, “Plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” Jeremiah 29:11 (RSVCE) This Bible verse got me through so many hard times. When I was in my later years of college, I faced several different struggles. ItContinue reading “Bible Verses that Speak to You”
The Beauty of Being a Woman
“Thank you, every woman, for the simple fact of being a woman! Through the insight which is so much a part of your womanhood you enrich the world’s understanding and help to make human relations more honest and authentic…For in giving themselves to others each day women fulfill their deepest vocation. Perhaps more than men,Continue reading “The Beauty of Being a Woman”
Ideas for Lent 2022
Lent is one of the most beautiful times of the year. It comes with great sacrifice, sorrow as we walk through the desert with Jesus leading up to his crucifixion, but ends in incredible joy. It’s the time of the year where we are called the most to dive deeper into our prayer life, scripture,Continue reading “Ideas for Lent 2022”
My Tips for Marriage
Marriage is hard. Marriage is beautiful. Marriage is challenging. Marriage is rewarding. Marriage is a true blessing from God. I’ve been married for one year and 5 months. Just like any couple, we’ve had our ups and our downs but through each of them, especially the downs, we’ve come out as a stronger couple thanContinue reading “My Tips for Marriage”
The Beauty of Adoration
At the beginning of the year, one the priests at our parish gave recommendations for New Year’s resolutions. Of course, they were all faith-based. One stood out and my husband and I decided to do it. Our priest suggested going to adoration weekly, however many times you’d like throughout the week, and to sit andContinue reading “The Beauty of Adoration”
Do Not Be Afraid
366 times God tells us in the Bible, “Do not be afraid.” 366 times. That’s pretty much a daily reminder from our Lord to not fear. In the Gospel, we read about the storm that the disciples get stuck in at sea. They’re terrified, yet Jesus sleeps through the entire thing. When the disciples wakeContinue reading “Do Not Be Afraid”
How a Prayer Corner Can Help Your Prayer Life
A view of my favorite space in our home – my prayer corner. Prayer is sacred. It’s a time to disconnect from the world and spend time with our Lord. It’s a time to forget about your never-ending to-do list and have a chat with Jesus. It’s a time to express your joys, stresses, frustrations,Continue reading “How a Prayer Corner Can Help Your Prayer Life”
Serve and Surrender
Serve and surrender. This year I want to serve God with all my heart and surrender my will to the will of the Father. “As each has a received a gift, employ it for one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” 1 Peter 4:10A constant prayer on my heart is to serve GodContinue reading “Serve and Surrender”
Thoughts Of A Catholic Girl 