Tag Archives: hope

A Prayer for the Prickly Bits

Posted on December 15, 2021 by Virginia

Preparing our hearts for Christmas, Advent is a good time to bring whatever we’re struggling with into the Light. Maybe fear has stymied our hopes into mopes, we’re wrestling with big decisions and don’t know what to do, anxiety is … Continue reading →

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Darkness, Light & LOVE!

Posted on December 14, 2021 by Virginia

“The endurance of darkness is the preparation for great light.” Saint John of the Cross Today we remember Saint John of the Cross (1541-1591), a Spanish saint known for documenting his “Dark Night of the Soul.” Misunderstood, mistreated, and maligned … Continue reading →

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Patience…More Patience!!      

Posted on December 13, 2021 by Virginia

On this Advent Monday we are edging closer to Christmas. There’s 12 days to go! Twelve days may seem short (looking at our to-do lists) or long (waiting for packages to arrive – in time?) Whatever the case may be, … Continue reading →

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Gaudete Sunday: JOY! JOY! JOY!

Posted on December 12, 2021 by Virginia

“I will greatly rejoice…my soul shall be joyful in my God…” (Isaiah 61:10) On this Gaudete Sunday of Advent we are called to “Rejoice!” During this holiday season we hear carols about joy and songs of good cheer. Given the … Continue reading →

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Patience & Faith-Muscles

Posted on December 11, 2021 by Virginia

“Let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.” Galatians 6:9 On this Advent Saturday where we are half way to Christmas (it’s two weeks from today, in … Continue reading →

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December 10th: Human Rights & Advent

Posted on December 10, 2021 by Virginia

It seems appropriate somehow that Human Rights Day falls during Advent. “…And what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?” Micah 6:8 Human Rights Day 2021 commemorates … Continue reading →

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COURAGE REQUIRED

Posted on December 9, 2021 by Virginia

On this Thursday of Advent, Virginia is contemplating a quote from a favorite author, Brené Brown. “Often the result of daring greatly isn’t a victory march as much as it is a quiet sense of freedom mixed with a little … Continue reading →

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Full of Grace, All for God!

Posted on December 8, 2021 by Virginia

Today as Catholics around the world honor Mary, the mother of Jesus, Virginia is contemplating Mary’s “yes” to God, her openness to be for God and letting God in her be for others… “How much we can learn from Our … Continue reading →

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Darkness vs. Lamps of Faith

Posted on December 7, 2021 by Virginia

So much of Advent imagery has to do with Light appearing in the darkness. Keep in mind that 2,000 years ago times were tough in the Holy Land – the people there lived under the darkness of a brutal Roman … Continue reading →

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St. Nicholas Day: Gifts with a Purpose

Posted on December 6, 2021 by Virginia

In many countries December 6th is a special day where children receive gifts from Saint Nicholas, a 4th century bishop who is remembered in both Eastern and Western churches. Although not many exact details are known about his life, the … Continue reading →

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