Tag Archives: St. George’s Monastery

…the desert… & Thomas Merton

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Virginia

As we continue through Passion Week, here are a few thoughts for our minds & hearts to munch on from the amazingly prolific (& one of my absolutely favorite spiritual writers) – the Trappist monk Thomas Merton… “The desert is the … Continue reading →

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ADVENT quote: … arid deserts, hope & love…

Posted on December 16, 2012 by Virginia

Here’s a reflective quote for today (with photos to go with…) “Our brokenness is the wound through which the full power of God can penetrate our being and transfigure us in God…. Yes, through our wounds the power of God … Continue reading →

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Isaiah 58: A Faith Motivator…

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Virginia

As an Isaiah groupie I am so grateful to God for this great Prophet of Faith; so often while delving into his writings inspired words jump off the page – (zap!) – straight to my heart. One of my favorite … Continue reading →

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