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#LENT: ISAIAH 58 FASTING GROOVES

One of Virginia’s favorite Scripture passages is Isaiah 58. Years ago she read it, then read it again and again until eventually it became motivation for younger Virginia to step out of her comfort zone into new adventures as an … Continue reading

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blueberry pancakes (for dinner!)

Shrove Tuesday is here (already!) and that means? PANCAKES FOR DINNER!! oh …and Lent starts tomorrow.   Ashes, fasting, 40 days til Easter? But today, sometimes called “Fat Tuesday,”  it’s still ok to whoop it up with yummy eats whether you’re … Continue reading

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Lenten Friday Quickie Quote

Here’s something for our minds (& hearts) to munch on this Lenten Friday: “The call to ‘do penance’ is based not on the fact that penance will keep us trim, but on the fact that ‘the Kingdom of God is … Continue reading

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ASH WEDNESDAY: fasting, ashes … & joy?

Virginia, the blogger, really debated about pulling this Lent-post-a-day gig again this year (seems like i’m always tired!) but here we are.  It’s Ash Wednesday (& your humble blogger has almost recovered from her chocolate hangover!  almost…) Ashes.  Fasting. Giving … Continue reading

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Isaiah 58: A Faith Motivator…

As an Isaiah groupie I am so grateful to God for this great Prophet of Faith; so often while delving into his writings inspired words jump off the page – (zap!) – straight to my heart. One of my favorite … Continue reading

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