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August marks the birthday of one of the most beloved and influential women in our Catholic Church. Blessed Teresa of Calcutta would celebrate her 103rd birthday this year. Gonxha (Agnes) Bojaxhiu was born August 27, 1910, in Yugoslavia, as the youngest of 3 children. Raised in the Church, at age 18, she joined the Loreto […]
I’m blessed to live in an area with a vibrant Catholic population. I have a myriad of parishes from which to choose. Some are contemporary, while others are very traditional. Over the years, I’ve grown to love many of the churches that surround me. Here’s a list of my favorites. — 1 — St Francis […]
John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give it to you. Do not let your hearts be troubled or afraid. Each week at Mass, as we hear a version of these words during the Prayer of Peace, I feel a huge sigh […]
— 1 — In my life this week …. I’d like a do over, please. The little girls both ended up in the ER this past week. Laura called me Saturday night while I was at work. “Umm. I think I need to bring Rachel to you. She fell and bumped her head, and I […]
— 1 — Places we’re going and people we’re seeing …. A little girl I know turned 7 last week! Usually, we opt to have her birthday party at a park – easy cleanup, built in activity, and plenty of room to roam. This year, Rachel wanted something different. We headed for Awesome Outdoor Products […]