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Aug 16, 2017
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Catholic Social Media Influencers: Artisan Spotlight and Giveaway!

Catholic Social Media Influencers- Artisan Spotlight and Giveaway!

This summer I’ve been highlighting some truly inspirational accounts on social media.  Seven more social media influencers are not only being introduced in this post – but each has donated an item for one reader to win!  Enter the giveaway to win some beautiful products!  Simply entering will help each person build their businesses!  Thank you so much for your support!  Check out these prizes!!

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Rose Murnane-Osada

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Hi! I’m Rose and I create unique, faith inspired jewelry that combines remnants and relics from bygone eras with stylish, modern designs. You can find my work here: www.etsy.com/shop/RelicsByRose I am a mother of 5 and have a large extended Catholic family. I love learning about our faith, teaching it to my children, and savoring all the rich history of our Catholic faith.   In my “spare time” I started making jewelry out of repurposed vintage and Catholic items. I received boxes of “old junk” from my grandfather that my grandmother had cherished for years. Hundreds of prayer cards with handwritten messages from loved ones and numerous medals on safety pins that I knew had been through more than one World War. I couldn’t bear to let them be thrown away. So, I started incorporating them into modern jewelry designs. I love the idea of preserving our Catholic faith and sharing the beauty of it through jewelry.   My little shop is growing as I learn and experiment more with different artistic mediums and ideas.

Where can you be found on social media?

You can find my latest items, behind the scenes shots,

and access to special sales and coupons at

www.instagram/relicsbyrose

& www.facebook.com/relicsbyrose

 

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You could win this necklace made by Rose!

What type of wine is your favorite?

If you are not a wine drinker, let us know and tell us about your favorite beverage.

I’m a white wine drinker- I love a good reisling!

 

What is your favorite chocolate?

Milky way bar- does that count?

What is your favorite prayer and/or quote?

Too many to choose from! Hail Mary is what I pray most often but I love the memorare as well.

What services do you provide?

I can provide you with any of the jewelry in my shop as well as design custom pieces! I have worked with wedding parties, CCD/prep teachers, RCIA sponsors, and more to help them find the perfect gift for their unique circumstances. Please contact me to discuss how I can serve you with your special requests!

If you are a blogger or shop owner I am also open to suggestions as to how we can work together!

Contact info

Contact me any time through www.etsy.com/shop/relicsbyrose, you can message me through any of my social media handles, or email me at rtm129@hotmail.com.

Michelle Gelineau

Hi! I’m Michelle. I love Jesus! In 2011, I 20216994_1806546519362114_1237042423_nfounded Give Him 5 Ministries as a way to offer support and encouragement to adults and children in their walk of faith. Life is too hard without Jesus and I want EVERY– SINGLE – PERSON to have a personal relationship with Him. My faith has changed my life and I want to help others experience that for themselves. I’m a writer, speaker, composer and musician. I listen to the Holy Spirit and try to follow His lead. It makes for a wild ride!

Where can you be found on social media?

I can be found on my website at http://www.givehim5.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GiveHim5HeGaveUEverything/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/givehim5_/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/givehim5/pins/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/GiveHim_5

What type of wine is your favorite?

It changes by the moment and my mood. I really enjoy an Italian Roscato for relaxing, but give me a steak and I’ll have a nice glass of Cabernet Sauvignon.

 

What is your favorite chocolate?

Dark, with a few nuts and a little caramel thrown in.

What is your favorite prayer and/or quote?

Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you.

(Psalm 63:3)

 What services do you provide?

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Enter the Giveaway and you could win this prize from “Give Him 5”!

Through the Give Him 5 Ministry, I write words of inspiration and prayer to build you up in your faith and encourage you in the trials of everyday life. I provide support and tools to ignite your prayer life, deepen your relationship with Jesus Christ and to share your faith. I speak at conferences and retreats about how to have a life changing relationship with Christ and I use the gift of music to lead participants closer to the Lord through praise and prayer.

Kids need Jesus too! Give Him 5 also offers fun ways for kids to get started praying and feeling comfortable talking to Jesus.

Contact info: mg@givehim5.net

Monica McConkey

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 I am a wife, Mom of 5+ kids, a designer, an architecture school survivor, an author and a crafter and I think that we Catholics are so blessed to have this rich deposit of Catholic Faith, teachings and Traditions!

My husband and I founded a Catholic apostolate called Arma Dei in 2001. In 2002, Pope John Paul II was handed my book in a private meeting and we are told that he flipped through the book and said “tell her to keep doing this”. Needless to say, we have been creating solid Catholic, fun teaching tools and gifts to celebrate and teach the Faith, ever since.

In addition to a craft book and a faith journal, we have created several decks of quizzing cards (including Super Saints!) and over 40 Catholic craft kits packed with Saints, Sacraments, Catechism and fun.

Where can you be found on social media?

  • Website: equippingCatholicfamilies.com

  • Shoppe: ArmaDei.com

  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EquippingCatholicFamilies

  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/MonicaArmaDei

  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monicaarmadei

  • Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ArmaDei/

 

What type of wine is your favorite?

Shiraz or Chardonnay

 What is your favorite chocolate?

All things chocolate. Dark chocolate, milk chocolate, peanut butter and chocolate, chocolate covered almonds, caramel and chocolate, chocolate covered berries, chocolate fondue, Lindt, After Eights, Mars, Snickers, chocolate ice cream, chocolate brownies, chocolate cake…

Anything but Malted Chocolate…is that even chocolate?

 

What is your favorite prayer and/or quote?

Quote:

St Therese defines sanctity: “a disposition of the heart which makes us humble and small in the Arms of God, conscious of our weakness, and confident to the point of audacity in the Goodness of our Father.”

Prayer to St Joseph:

“…O St. Joseph, I never weary contemplating you and Jesus asleep in your arms. I dare not approach while He reposes near your heart.

Press Him in my name and kiss His fine Head for me, and ask Him to return the Kiss when I draw my dying breath.”

Favorite Saints: St John Paul II, St Therese, St Padre Pio, St Joseph and Mother Mary

 

What services do you provide?

Our shoppe, www.ArmaDei.com offers Catechism, Saint, Sacrament and Prayer-packed paper craft kits (available as PDFs), unique and fun quizzing cards, innovative Prayer Journal Stamps, a craft book based on the Liturgical Calendar and a Faith Journal with thoughtful prompts on the seven Sacraments and a budding prayer life.

Our blog, www.equippingCatholicfamilies.com features our Catholic products while offering free crafts, activities and traditions to celebrate the Catholic Faith at home. 

Contact info

Monica McConkey

mmcconkey@rogers.com

Lorelei Worland

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I am a work-at-home-mom to one awesome little guy with autism. I write on my own blog about books, productivity, and everyday faith. What began as a way to rediscover my own interests after 18 months of colic-purgatory has branched out into a small business. It turns out that others love words (book quotes, Saint quotes, snappy quotes, latin mottos) just as much as I do! I offer digital art prints and jewelry with words on Etsy.

 

Where can you be found on social media?

www.BooksFaithLife.com
www.instagram.com/booksfaithlife
www.facebook.com/booksfaithlife

Check out the ring you could win if you enter the Giveaway! Our Lady of Guadalupe Ring

Screen Shot 2017-08-16 at 11.06.27 AM.pngWhat type of wine is your favorite?

Moscato d’Asti because it’s sweet and bubbly.

 

What is your favorite chocolate?

I love M&Ms because they are portable and sneakable. Perfect for moms.

 

What is your favorite prayer and/or quote?

Psalm 34:19

“The LORD is close to the brokenhearted, saves those whose spirit is crushed.”

It became my go-to prayer during our infertility journey.

 

What services do you provide?

I offer custom prints and jewelry through my Etsy shop. Just convo me there to get the process started.
Contact info

Lorelei @ BooksFaithLife.com

Elayne Miller

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I’m a wife, mother, teacher, and artist. I stay at home with my toddler son and teach high school math online. I create Catholic cards and goods with hand-lettered designs for my small business, Annunciation Designs. See my shop on Etsy, annunciationdesigns.etsy.com

Where can you be found on social media?

Facebook:www.facebook.com/annunciationdesigns

Instagram: www.Instagram.com/annunciationdesigns

What type of wine is your favorite?

My favorite wine Riesling, or maybe Pinot Grigio. Although, if I have the choice, I’ll take an oatmeal stout instead.

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What is your favorite chocolate?

Dark chocolate, especially with caramel.

 

What is your favorite prayer and/or quote?

My favorite prayer is the Prayer for Generosity by St. Ignatius of Loyola.

Prayer for generosity

Saint Ignatius of Loyola (1491–1556)

Lord, teach me to be generous. 

Teach me to serve you as you deserve; 
to give and not to count the cost;
to fight and not to heed the wounds; 
to toil and not to seek for rest; 
to labor and not to ask for reward 
save that of knowing that I do your will.

 

What services do you provide?

Beyond the items in my shop, I love to create custom hand-lettered designs! Contact me for pricing info and to get started on your unique print, logo, shirt design, etc.

Contact info

annunciationdesigns@gmail.com

Maria Victoria

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I am a stay at home mom of four soon to be five lovely kiddos. I am very passionate about my Catholic faith! I love the beauty, richness, truth and boldness of Catholicism and I try to express that through my work. Every piece that I create leaves with a piece of my heart with it. I try to create unique items that honor our faith as well as encourage us to live out our Catholicism boldly and proudly!

Where can you be found on social media?

 I can be found on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AveMariaFaithcrafts, on

Instagram @AveMariaFaithcrafts and

on Pinterest as FAITHCRAFTS. You can also contact me or view my current offerings on my Etsy Shop at www.avemariafaithcrafts.etsy.com

What type of wine is your favorite?

My favorite wines are any sweet and semi-sweet wine, both red and white. My absolute go to are Stella Rosa wines and The Chocolate Shop wine. I am n to a fan of super dry wines.

What is your favorite chocolate?

Semi dark chocolate is my absolute favorite. There is a world renowned fine chocolatier (DeBrands fine chocolates) where I live, and ANY of their chocolate confections are absolutely divine! My absolute fave is their Truffle Collection. So decadent! However, I will never say not to Hershey’s and Nutella!

What is your favorite prayer and/or quote?

My favorite prayer besides the Rosary is the Prayer of Saint Francis. As for quotes, it is so very difficult to pick just one! In fact, that’s how my collection of Saints&Sayings came to be! Two come to mind right now:

“Holiness is not for wimps, and the cross is not optional but a requirement.” -Mother Angelica.

 “The devil may have its hour but God will have His day.” -Venerable Fulton Sheen

What services do you provide?

I create unique Rosaries, beautiful and practical Catholic jewelry and gifts. I love making custom pieces! it is my absolute favorite thing is bringing customer’s ideas to fruition! Some of my most beloved and popular items have come from the inspiration my clients provide.

Contact info

I can be contacted by email at faithcrafts@hotmail.com or through the message features on my FB and IG pages as well as my Etsy Shop.

Cecilia Escobedo 

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I am a Cuban-American who grew up in South Florida living now in South Mississippi with my husband of almost 16 years , 9 children which I am bless to have 4 of them as saints.  My life is either  homeschooling the kids, walking Leo the corgi, running my online business Hair Bows 4 Life and trying to live my faith to its fullest in truth and beauty.

Where can you be found on social media?

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Hairbows4life/
Instragram:  hairbows4life
https://mobile.twitter.com/bows4_life
Pinterest:  hairbows4life

What type of wine is your favorite?

 
My favorite wine is any type of white or rose, I like them sweet. But I also have a favorite red wine called Baron de Larrauri which is named after my mother’s family and made in Spain region of Basque. 
 

What is your favorite chocolate?

 My favorite chocolate is a dark chocolate especially with a tint of mint. 

What is your favorite prayer and/or quote?

My favorite quote is

” A person’s a person no matter how small.” Dr.Seuss

and my favorite prayer is the Divine Mercy for Christ’s mercy is so full of love and knowing that no sin is greater than His mercy is what helps me get through everyday in a world filled with so much evil. He calls all of us into his arms of mercy, his merciful love is for all!
 

What services do you provide?

I provide is high quality hair bows made with religious medals such as Our Blessed Mother like Miraculous medal, Fatima, to many different saints.  I also make a pro-life awareness bows made with a golden-plated certs that represents a 10 week unborn baby’s feet. 

 
My hope is to use these bows to bring awareness to sanctity of unborn lives and to the beauty of my Catholic faith. I donate a percentage of each sale to pro-life organizations such as Right to Life, ATTWN, and local pregnancy centers. 
 
Contact info: Hairbows4life@gmail.com or may reach me at 302-367-5273 . We also organize fundraiser for Catholic schools, pregnancy centers, and other groups using a simple system.

Would you like to win a collection of gifts from these talented artists?  Enter below and best of luck!

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  1. ALLISON GINGRAS says

    August 16, 2017 at 2:35 pm

    Brought out the ALL-STARS I see!! Inspiring Women of Faith. Fantastic Products!!! Exciting Giveaway!

    • ALLISON GINGRAS says

      August 16, 2017 at 2:37 pm

      OH and I’d want either the Journal or the Necklace!

      • Amy says

        August 16, 2017 at 4:33 pm

        Ha!!! Nice and thank you!!!

  2. Christine Friel says

    August 16, 2017 at 4:19 pm

    Great collection of beautiful artists!

    • Amy says

      August 16, 2017 at 4:32 pm

      I totally agree Chris! thanks for entering!!

  3. Leslie says

    August 16, 2017 at 9:20 pm

    The first one–the necklace!

  4. Alicia says

    August 16, 2017 at 10:20 pm

    I love the necklace from Relics by Rose. How lovely! 🙂

  5. Jessica Compton says

    August 16, 2017 at 10:51 pm

    I would love the journal!

  6. Katie says

    August 16, 2017 at 11:37 pm

    Ooooo, love the Relics by Rose necklace! What a great collection you have gathered, Amy!

  7. jennifer says

    August 16, 2017 at 11:48 pm

    goodness… so hard to choose! so ma y great items! i would probably keep the journal because i am always writing notes, so it would be nice to have at least most of them in one spot. lol

  8. Nicole says

    August 17, 2017 at 2:13 am

    I love the necklace by relicsbyrose!

  9. Emily says

    August 17, 2017 at 5:34 am

    Pretty sure I entered. Lovely stories and gifts! Thanks, Amy.

  10. Emily says

    August 17, 2017 at 8:50 am

    Such fabulous talents & ministries! I think I most want the Relics by rose necklace. I have been eyeing her stuff for a while. 😍

  11. Alexandra L says

    August 17, 2017 at 5:06 pm

    How cool. I love the bios too!

  12. Adrienne Thorne says

    August 17, 2017 at 5:18 pm

    Great list! I’ll have to keep this handy for the future!

  13. Cindy Coleman says

    August 17, 2017 at 5:50 pm

    I knew several of these ladies, but most I did not…..I have even met one of them IRL at WMOF 🙂

  14. Karen Grosz says

    August 17, 2017 at 6:02 pm

    I was familiar with a couple of these ladies, but not all. Thank you for introducing me to some new resources.

    • Amy says

      August 17, 2017 at 6:18 pm

      My pleasure!

  15. Kim @ Wildflower Four says

    August 17, 2017 at 7:46 pm

    What a great giveaway! Thanks for the opportunity to learn about these amazing artisans!

    • Amy says

      August 18, 2017 at 8:23 am

      Thanks Kim! I love learning about them as well!

  16. Adrianna says

    August 18, 2017 at 12:47 pm

    Some of my absolute favorite Catholic artisans!! 🙂 What a great roundup!

    • Amy says

      August 18, 2017 at 1:07 pm

      Thank you Adrianna! I definitely agree there is so much talent here!

  17. Michelle Nelson says

    August 18, 2017 at 10:12 pm

    What a great list of resources! Thank you for this. I’m excited to start shopping their sites!

    • Amy says

      August 18, 2017 at 10:18 pm

      Woohoo! Yes, please do! Thank you 🙂

  18. Amanda says

    August 19, 2017 at 10:22 am

    I’d love the journal

    • Amy says

      August 20, 2017 at 6:02 pm

      I don’t blame you! Best of luck!!!

  19. Desiree says

    August 23, 2017 at 11:15 am

    WOW what a roundup of gorgeousness!! 😍😍😍

  20. Kate says

    August 24, 2017 at 9:52 am

    What an awesome group! I’d love the journal!

  21. Victor S E Moubarak says

    August 25, 2017 at 5:42 am

    God bless.

  22. Lexie says

    August 25, 2017 at 10:03 am

    Thanks for sharing this!

  23. Lexie says

    August 28, 2017 at 8:55 am

    I am so loving these items!!!!!

  24. Therese says

    August 28, 2017 at 10:58 am

    What an amazing group of artisans!!

  25. Courtney P says

    August 28, 2017 at 11:35 am

    I’d love to have one of those Miraculous Medals for myself 😍

    • Amy says

      August 28, 2017 at 9:37 pm

      Right??? Best of luck!

  26. Mary Thissen says

    August 28, 2017 at 12:11 pm

    I especially love RelicsByRose and AveMariaFaithCrafts contributions! And I own a journal from AnnunciationDesigns!

  27. Kathy says

    August 28, 2017 at 12:40 pm

    Thank you for sharing with us more about these amazing women! I didn’t know the majority of them. What a great way to get to know them and their work ❤

  28. Jessica says

    August 28, 2017 at 1:03 pm

    What a great group of artisans and what fun interviews! I loved reading everyone’s favorite wines and chocolates. What talented ladies – I hope I win!

    • Amy says

      August 28, 2017 at 9:38 pm

      I’m relieved you enjoyed hearing the favorite wines and chocolates – so it’s not just me hahah 🙂

  29. Christine Coots says

    August 28, 2017 at 1:42 pm

    I am loving the necklaces! They are all so beautiful and great testament to our faith! <3

  30. Kirby Hoberg says

    August 28, 2017 at 5:09 pm

    I would choose the journal! I’m looking for something to use postpartum and as a record of prayer intentions to remember through labor.

  31. Kimberly says

    August 28, 2017 at 10:28 pm

    These are so beautiful, and it’s nice to get to know the artisan behind the work as well. I love the fun questions!

  32. Kate says

    August 30, 2017 at 8:46 am

    What a great list of beautiful ladies! I absolutely love the ring. I’ve never seen anything like that before!

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I try to bring God’s light online as much as I can I try to bring God’s light online as much as I can… but THANK GOD others are also trying to do this too!
Here are a few people that have helped me see God more in this busy world lately:

1. Kristin Reilly over at @manyhailmarysatatime . I try to pray the Rosary with them in the morning and Kristin offers meditations and little prayers and this one “Thank you God for this beautiful life!” resonated with me SO MUCH! The reason why is because of what she said after the prayer… she said “if I turn this camera around you would wonder what are you talking about!?” In other words… there’s a mess… but life is still beautiful and it’s all a gift. I started looking at my family and saying, “Thank God for this beautiful life”! And oh the JOY!!!!! Thank you Kristin and Jill!!!

2. @siobhanfallonhogan has a podcast with @ewtnmedia called Catholics and Cappuccinos @catholicapps … the conversation with @patriciaheaton has more than one quote I’d like to share. Watch it and be assured… sometimes God says yes to BOTH!

3. @fatherdanreehil … if you are reading this THANK YOU! Wow, if you know someone who left the faith after the whole priest scandal… watch an interview with this priest. I highly suggest the one with @conorgallaghershow because I shared this clip with thousands of people… I’m not exaggerating… trust me, watch it. You’ll probably go down a rabbit hole like I did and honestly, it’ll refresh your soul.

4. The @catholicsonline community has so many inspiring, prayerful, persevering Catholics saying yes to God daily. Thank you @kyliemhein for turning my attention to Exodus 14:14 last week and @catholicwalkthewayeveryday for helping us increase our prayers for our priests.

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Highly recommend asking someone to pray the Rosary Highly recommend asking someone to pray the Rosary with you.

No matter what is on your heart and mind, you can ask Our Lord for anything and ask Our Lady to talk to her Son about it too.

Nothing is too big or small.

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Jesus is my Lord and Savior. God speaks in the sil Jesus is my Lord and Savior. God speaks in the silence of our hearts. Mama Mary calms me so I can get to that quiet place and listen to and rest in Her Son.

Katie and I have been praying together for years… and 3 years ago she converted to Catholicism.
God does miracles, His mom likes to get involved ❤️

Praying the Rosary out loud with a friend is sooo amazing.

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Come Holy Spirit!

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What I have done and what I continue to do… becaus What I have done and what I continue to do… because I need all the help and prayers I can get!

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Holy Week with young children - bedtime Masses and Holy Week with young children - bedtime Masses and services are definitely not ideal… at least there weren’t for our family.

I once read or heard another mom suggest washing your children’s feet on Holy Thursday… she I tried it and my kids absolutely LOVED it!

In fact, they would ask to wash my feet!

Last year I took my 3 children (8 year old twins and 12 year old) to a Shrine as a sort of modified 7 churches visit.
It was like a holy adventure!

I had planned on taking them to 2 more churches but we stayed at the first place for awhile so we kept it to that one visit.

Holy Week offers many opportunities and invites much silence and contemplation, but young children make what is do-able different.

We want our children to see and understand God’s great love for us. I feel like these activities communicate that- at least partially.

Do you have suggestions for Good Friday or Holy Saturday?

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Did you notice the part of the Gospel yesterday th Did you notice the part of the Gospel yesterday that stated what happened once Jesus died on the cross? There was a certain part that caught my attention more this year than in years past.
Here is an excerpt:
“… the veil of the sanctuary
was torn in two from top to bottom.
The earth quaked, rocks were split, tombs were opened,
and the bodies of many saints who had fallen asleep were raised.
And coming forth from their tombs after his resurrection,
they entered the holy city and appeared to many...@

That part about Saints rising and appearing to many made me wonder… did Saint Joseph appear to Mary? Did Saint Anne appear to her daughter as she mourned the loss of her Son?” 

These were thoughts and questions I never had before.

After the Masses were over yesterday my nephew was baptized! My sister Theresa is his mother.
My sister Theresa was named after The Little Flower 🌹 
I know a statue is not a person… but it looks like God and Saint Therese’ sent a wink from heaven yesterday… look who made sure she had a front row seat to the Baptism!

It’s interesting to see how the Saints have always been a part of the story.

I find such comfort that not only can I ask YOU to pray for me, but I can also reach out to the Saints and ask them to pray for me too.

By the way, if you ever need a parking spot, ask Saint Polycarp… he got us a great one yesterday in downtown Philly!
Someone once told me to ask him for help when looking for a parking spot. Her reasoning was “no one is asking him for anything” 😂 I’m telling you… it works every time I ask! 

We are not alone.
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Ask your friends, family and call on the Saints!

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May the Lord bless you abundantly!

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Seriously I love how much kids ACTUALLY enjoy thes Seriously I love how much kids ACTUALLY enjoy these presents!!!

#LoveJesus #spreadtheWord #Holygifts #settheworldonfire #CatholicChristian
I DARE you to comment, share or re-post! I DOUBLE I DARE you to comment, share or re-post!
I DOUBLE DARE you to tag a friend!!!

Lent TRUTH OR DARE Challenge!
Follow @catholicsonline and @prayerwinechocolate for fun and encouraging Catholic content…

#Lent #TruthorDare #Catholicministry
Truth or Dare? Double Dare… share or Re-post this Truth or Dare?

Double Dare… share or Re-post this…

#FultonSheen #Catholic #CatholicChristian #Lent
Spring and the Easter season are on their way! Pla Spring and the Easter season are on their way!
Plan a gathering that celebrates life with laughter, friendship, pray and even a glass of wine 🍷!

Comment “YES” if you want more info!

#prayerwinechocolate #Catholicfriends #Catholicwomen #missionarydisciples #Catholic
Shalom!!!! SHALOM!!! Peace! Lent Truth or Dare Cha Shalom!!!!
SHALOM!!!
Peace! Lent Truth or Dare Challenge Day 10!
Comment SHALOM just for fun!

Do you want the link for all 40? Let me know in the comments!
#catholic #catholicmom #Catholic youth #catholicteen #LentChallenge
I dare you to accept this challenge!!! Tag a frien I dare you to accept this challenge!!!
Tag a friend below that needs some inspiration this Lent!
Share this challenge in your stories!
Tell me if you chose TRUTH OR DARE!

God bless you!!!

#Catholic #Christian #Catholicmom #MiraculousMedal #catholicinfluencer
It’s not too late! Begin again!!! Take a breath, It’s not too late! Begin again!!!

Take a breath, thank God for it and give your heart to Him in this moment!

#Lent #Catholicsonline #CatholicInstagram #Pray #ComeHolySpirit
Come Holy Spirit!!!! Double Dare option= do both T Come Holy Spirit!!!!
Double Dare option= do both TRUTH AND DARE!

#Lent #stayprayedup #40dayschallenge #Catholic #readyourBible
I double DARE you to choose both TRUTH and DARE!!! I double DARE you to choose both TRUTH and DARE!!!

#Lent #Catholic
Lent Truth or Dare Challenge! Day 5 This one is to Lent Truth or Dare Challenge!
Day 5
This one is to fun to skip!!!

Tag a friend and invite them to this TRUTH OR DARE game!!!

#youthministry #Catholicyouth #PopeLeo #catholicfamily
Dare inspired by Saint Katharine Drexel: “If we w Dare inspired by Saint Katharine Drexel:

“If we wish to serve God and love our neighbor well, we must manifest our joy in the service we render Him and them. Let us open wide our hearts!!!
It is JOY which invites us. Press forward and fear nothing.”

I DOUBLE DARE you to do both the Truth and the Dare!

Want the whole 40 Truth or Dare Challenges?
Comment DARE below!

Tag someone you want to challenge in a Lent Truth or Dare game!

#catholicyouthministry #Catholicyouth #youngcatholicprofessionals #Catholic #Lent
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