Tag Archives: Saint John of the Cross

rivers of suffering…. (quickie quote)

Posted on March 9, 2015 by Virginia

On this Lenten Monday, here’s a quickie (but deep) quote for our minds to munch on.. “And I saw a river over which every soul must pass to reach the Kingdom of Heaven, and the name of that river was … Continue reading →

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Light in Darkness

Posted on December 14, 2014 by Virginia

Tonight we had the unique experience of seeing Memorial Park, where our dear Papa’s grave lies, lit up with 2,000 candles.  As my brother Dwight drove Mama & I around it was amazing to see bags & bags of small … Continue reading →

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ADVENT: …st. john of the cross quote….

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Virginia

Today we remember this great 16th century saint (1541-1591) well known for documenting his ‘Dark Night of the Soul.”   Misunderstood, mistreated,  maligned  – Saint John of the Cross came to know the dark intimately while imprisoned for his progressive faith. … Continue reading →

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