Prayer
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I like to spend time in the quiet of the early morning or the late night. The darkness of the sky showcases the stars as they bring forth their light. It is as if the earth is waiting for the brilliance of the sun to appear as it waits in silence. The sun is always…
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The Third Sunday of Advent is called Gaudete Sunday from the Latin word meaning to rejoice.The rose colored candle is lit on the advent wreath and stands out from the violet candles. It is a time to rejoice, the Lord is soon coming. In the readings this past weekend, I hear in the letter of…
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The words of St. Teresa of Avila are so comforting in a time when darkness seems to be all around. Let nothing disturb you; Let nothing make you afraid; All things pass; But God is unchanging, patience is enough for everything. You who have God, lack nothing, God alone is sufficient. St. Teresa of Avila…
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Today, I said a prayer for you. A prayer to hold onto hope and find your courage deep within. A prayer that you matter and are not alone. That today, you would feel the sun on your face, even if it is behind the clouds. Closing your eyes and feeling its warmth radiate your being.…
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October is the month of Mary, the Mother of God. I have been blessed to have many “Mary’s” in my life over the years, whether they touched my life for a brief moment or an extended time, they impacted my life. Hail Mary, full of Grace, the Lord is with thee My first memory of…
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This past Saturday was the feast day of Our Lady of the Rosary, which is celebrated in the Church on October 7th. This is also the day, just a few days ago, that the phone rang with the news that my Mother in law, Mary, had passed away. My heart ached at that moment and…
Fears and Tears 