Tag Archives: Jesus

15 October: Saint Teresa of Ávila!!

Posted on October 15, 2020 by Virginia

Once again it is the feast day of one of my favorite saints, Teresa of Ávila, affectionately known as Saint Teresa of Jesus. I am a huge groupie of this amazing woman who lived a long time ago (1515-1582), but … Continue reading →

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05 September: Saint Mother Teresa of Calcutta

Posted on September 5, 2020 by Virginia

Today we celebrate the life of Mother Teresa, now Saint Teresa of Calcutta. She has always been one of my heroes. This picture of Mother Teresa, gifted and painted by a family friend, hangs on the wall by my desk. … Continue reading →

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Amy Carmichael: (Faithful) Overflowing Shells

Posted on August 23, 2020 by Virginia

As shared here previously (…Immortal Flowers…) my precious Mama was a huge groupie of Amy Carmichael, an Irish author and activist who established a ministry in India to rescue young girls from sex trafficking and provide a safe sanctuary for … Continue reading →

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A (Powerful) Prayer for Our Times

Posted on July 31, 2020 by Virginia

Today is the feast day of Saint Ignatius of Loyola (1491-31 July 1556.) As previously posted here (Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam)  Virginia is a groupie of Saint Ignatius, the founder of the Jesuits. As we celebrate his life and Jesuits … Continue reading →

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Trees! Trees! Trees! Trees!

Posted on July 15, 2020 by Virginia

On this hot and steamy day in Virginia (the state), Virginia (the person) is contemplating the calm beauty of trees – and their cool shade! As a tree groupie of the highest order, Virginia has been inspired by the grandeur … Continue reading →

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A Prayer for Pentecost (& every day!)

Posted on May 31, 2020 by Virginia

On this Pentecost Sunday may the Holy Spirit fill us with unifying Love and Peace – the powerful peace of Jesus Christ that transcends all understanding. “Breathe in me Spirit of God, that I may think what is Holy. Drive … Continue reading →

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Cloudy Day Courage

Posted on April 20, 2020 by Virginia

“At once Jesus reached out his hand and caught him, saying, “You of little faith! What made you lose your nerve like that?” (Matthew 14:31) “O daughter of little faith, I also repeat with the divine Master, why are you … Continue reading →

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HaPpY HaPpY EASTER!!

Posted on April 12, 2020 by Virginia

From here @ Roses in the Rubble, Virginia wishes everyone an Easter blessed with extra doses of Jesus Christ’s love, joy, mercy, grace, peace and HOPE! “Do not despair. We are Easter people and hallelujah is our song.” St. Pope … Continue reading →

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joy…JOY…joy…JOY…joy…JOY!

Posted on April 11, 2020 by Virginia

Virginia is putt-putting sluggishly to the finish line of her post-a-day Lent thru Easter gig. (The path to the finish line threw a few curves when today’s blog published itself last night as Virginia was working on it.) Sometimes things … Continue reading →

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A Picture of Good Friday Love

Posted on April 10, 2020 by Virginia

Years ago while visiting South Africa I found a picture of the Crucifixion that touched my heart, instantly. With pride of place it now hangs on my wall here where I see it every day. Created by South African artist … Continue reading →

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