Tag Archives: Jesus

31 July: Ad Maiorem Dei Gloriam…

Posted on July 31, 2019 by

So that’s Latin. Since I (and maybe you) didn’t study Latin, here’s what it means: “To the Greater Glory of God…”A noble motto from Saint Ignatius of Loyola whose feast day we celebrate 31 July (today!) I am a groupie … Continue reading →

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DEAR PAPA

Posted on June 19, 2019 by

Last Sunday we celebrated Father’s Day here in America. Although my precious Papa passed a few years ago, the legacy of his love continues to shine brightly in my heart and life (as shared in last year’s post: Fatherless on … Continue reading →

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PENTECOST HOLY SPIRIT HOPE

Posted on June 9, 2019 by

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13 Today is the Feast of Pentecost – the birthday of … Continue reading →

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#EASTER: Joy (everlasting) Joy, Joy, Joy!!!

Posted on April 21, 2019 by

A blessed Easter to one and all: Let us rejoice & be glad! Easter love to all from Virginia @ Roses in the Rubble! “Jesus no longer belongs to the past but lives in the present and is projected toward … Continue reading →

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#Easter: Holy Saturday (betwixt & between) Faith

Posted on April 20, 2019 by

On Holy Saturday we are betwixt & between the crucifixion and the resurrection, waiting for Easter hallelujahs. Being betwixt & between is not always an easy place to be as it usually entails WAITING (something impatient redheads are not so … Continue reading →

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#GoodFriday: Drawing Closer to the Cross

Posted on April 19, 2019 by

On Good Friday Jesus is rejected, beaten, mocked, whipped, and scourged. After carrying a heavy cross, nails pierce His hands and His feet. There He hangs on the cross, suffering for you and me; suffering for us and all humanity. … Continue reading →

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#HolyWeek: Smelly Feet LOVE!!!

Posted on April 18, 2019 by

Holy Thursday takes us to the Upper Room where the first thing Jesus did was wash the feet of the disciples, humbly like a servant. Across the world this evening thousands of lay people will have their feet washed by … Continue reading →

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