Tag Archives: Lent

Forever Grace

Posted on March 22, 2020 by Virginia

As we find ourselves in uncertain times, God’s grace is forever. “We always overestimate ourselves when we imagine we are completely indispensable and that the world or the Church depends on our frantic activity. Often it will be an act … Continue reading →

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Scattering Joy (vs. Pain)

Posted on March 21, 2020 by Virginia

Here’s a quote for this Lenten Saturday… “There is no beautifier of complexion, or form, or behavior, like the wish to scatter joy and not pain around us.” Ralph Waldo Emerson grace, peace & scattering joy Virginia : ) “Look … Continue reading →

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#LENT: Springy, Flowery HOPE!

Posted on March 20, 2020 by Virginia

“Hold fast to hope, the fragile flowers shout.” Mary Lou Kownacki Yesterday was the first day of Spring here in this part of the world. After all those stark winter days, spring sightings of trees budding and flowers blooming are … Continue reading →

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#LENT: Flexibility Grooves

Posted on March 19, 2020 by Virginia

As more and more restrictions limit our activities it would be easy to gripe and grumble. No church. No movie theaters. No museums. No libraries. No working from the office. No eating out at restaurants. No going out (or as … Continue reading →

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COVID-19 Close to Home

Posted on March 18, 2020 by Virginia

Over the last few months our hearts and prayers have been with those affected by the COVID-19 coronavirus around the world. The high death toll and medical challenges in China and Italy have been particularly heartbreaking to see in the … Continue reading →

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A Prayer & Blessing for Saint Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 17, 2020 by Virginia

A blessed Saint Patrick’s Day to one and all. If you would welcome a chuckle from a previous post about one of Virginia’s most hilarious Saint Patrick’s Days, click here – Saint Patrick’s Day FUN! Today as we celebrate the … Continue reading →

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#LENT: Amy Carmichael & Immortal Flowers

Posted on March 16, 2020 by Virginia

My Mama absolutely loved Amy Carmichael (1867 – 1951), an Irish Protestant missionary who served in India for 55 years. As founder of the Dohnavur Fellowship, Amy rescued young girls from sex trafficking and established a safe home and sanctuary … Continue reading →

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MAMA: Occasions of Joy

Posted on March 15, 2020 by Virginia

March is a month of remembrances for my family: Papa’s passing on March 8th, Mama’s birthday on March 15th, and their anniversary on March 17th. Today Mama would have turned 85. We were so blessed to celebrate her 80th birthday … Continue reading →

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A Song for Saturday

Posted on March 14, 2020 by Virginia

With all the challenges we are facing, today here is one of Virginia’s favorite gospel songs that has been a great comfort in times of stress. (Email readers, you know the drill – click to Roses website for a listen…) … Continue reading →

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#LENT: Grace under Pressure

Posted on March 13, 2020 by Virginia

“On the day I called You, You answered me. You made me strong and brave.” Psalm 138:3 “When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds and diamonds are made under pressure.” Peter … Continue reading →

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