This week the woman in charge of the Eucharistic Minister scheduling at our parish called me. She wanted to know if I'd be open to visiting a homebound person one Sunday a month and give him or her communion. I said no. I didn't say no because I think old people smell or I am not a compassionate person. I said no because I feel overwhelmed with responsibilities and commitments. I happen to … [Read more...] about Mocha and Mercy : Visit the Imprisoned
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Mocha, Mercy and Mondays
Pope Francis, in my opinion, is a rock star. I love that he chose the name Francis. I love that he constantly asks us to pray for him. I love that he exudes hope and inspires us to love more, judge less. Since Pope Francis has declared this a year of Mercy, I want to reflect on that word and topic, and grow spiritually from it. When I first heard of this "Year of Mercy", it translated in my … [Read more...] about Mocha, Mercy and Mondays
How “The Secret” Reinforced My Faith
Your Kindness should be known to all. The Lord is near. Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Then the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:5-7 A few years ago I heard my brother-in-law talking about "The Secret". He spoke with such … [Read more...] about How “The Secret” Reinforced My Faith
Saintly Supplications
This post contains affiliate links. Please see my About Me page for more details. Happy All Saints Day! I know we live in a fast paced society and we are all extremely busy! Lucky for us, prayers do not have to be lengthy to be meaningful! There are certain words of wisdom, given to us by the saints, that really strike me. You know, phrases or quotes that you hear and make you think 'YES" … [Read more...] about Saintly Supplications
