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Jul 18, 2017
Catholic Influencers

Visions of Beauty, Inspiration and Prayer as You Scroll: Catholic Social Media Influencers Volume 9

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Follow over 100 Catholic Social Media Influencers on Pinterest:

Catholic Social Media Influencers on Pinterest

This edition has some incredibly talented, passionate and faithful women.  Please take a moment to follow them on social media and consider purchasing their incredible work!  It took me so long to write this one because I got lost in admiration quite a few times!  Enjoy!

Lindsay Trezza

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I’m Lindsay. I’m a graphic designer and illustrator who’s following God’s crazy plans one day at a time! I left my full time job last year to more fully pursue my two businesses, Just Love Prints and Juneberry Creative. Every day brings new opportunity, and I’m loving every minute of it! My husband and I are also expecting a little girl in less than a month. We are over-the-moon excited to be parents!

Where can you be found on social media?

JustLovePrints.com

Facebook: Facebook.com/JustLovePrints

Instagram: @JustLovePrints

JuneberryCreative.com

Facebook: Facebook.com/JuneberryCreative

Instagram: @JuneberryCreative 

What type of wine is your favorite?

Not a wine drinker, but I LOVE hot chocolate! (Even in the summer!)

What is your favorite chocolate?

Anything with caramel in it!

What is your favorite prayer and/or quote?

This prayer by St. Teresa of Avila has been speaking to me lately. It’s so good!

Let nothing disturb you,
Let nothing frighten you,
All things are passing away:
God never changes.
Patience obtains all things
Whoever has God lacks nothing;
God alone suffices.

 

What services do you provide?

1) At JustLovePrints.com, I design Catholic home décor and gifts for every occasion!
2) At JuneberryCreative.com, I work with businesses large and small on miscellaneous design projects. See a list of my graphic design services below, and contact me to discuss your design needs – no strings attached!

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Laura Peredo

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After graduating college last year (Business Management with a Theology minor), I’m back home in the Bay Area working for a Catholic publisher and figuring out life as a young Catholic professional.

I am passionate about being the best version of ourselves, my faith, life issues (whole spectrum from womb to tomb), and figuring out what it means to be a faithful Catholic in our crazy world. Deep conversations over coffee, beautiful music, holding babies, sweaty workouts, cooking, a good book, sunshine, hikes, and helping other people make me feel alive. I also enjoy finding treasures on Craigslist and talking about controversial issues.

Where can you be found on social media?

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

Instagram: @lauramarie9473

Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/lauramarie4life

Twitter: @Lauramarie4Life

My blog: https://asingledropintheocean.com/

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What type of wine is your favorite?

Sangria

What is your favorite chocolate?

Probably chocolate covered things (almonds or raisins), or just a square of dark chocolate

What is your favorite prayer and/or quote?

There are so many, but Radiating Christ by Blessed John Henry Newman is a favorite of mine.

Dear Jesus, help us to spread Your fragrance everywhere we go.

Flood our souls with Your Spirit and Life.

Penetrate and possess our whole being so utterly,

that our lives may only be a radiance of Yours.

Shine through us, and be so in us, that every soul we come in contact with

may feel Your presence in our soul.

Let them look up and see no longer us but only Jesus!

Stay with us and then we shall begin to shine, as You shine;

So to shine as to be a light to others;

the light, O Jesus, will be all from You, none of it will be ours;

it will be You shining on others through us.

Let us thus praise You in the way You love best, by shining on those around us.

Let us preach You by our words and by our example,

by the catching force, the sympathetic influence of what we do,

the evident fullness of the love our hearts bear to You. Amen.

What services do you provide?

Blogging is a hobby for me at this point in my life, so I am not currently providing goods or services through it. But I am always happy to provide conversation, dialogue, clarification, and resources on tough issues. Readers are welcome to contact me anytime, and I look forward to interaction with you.

Tell us what freelance opportunities you hope to provide:

I am a contributor for several sites, but am not looking for regular volunteer commitments to other platforms at this time. If you are looking for a one-time commitment, or an article on the issues I’ve written about, please feel free to contact me and I’m happy to consider.

Contact info: laurasdropintheocean@gmail.com

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Kimberly Cook

I am an ENFP – the ultimate free spirit with a spark of madness! With that small 7% of the population, I can’t help the fact that I talk to strangers, jump in with both feet, and often say too much.

I am an artist, musician, avid traveler, outdoors girl, and bookworm. I hate running late and being disorganized – but I do it anyway!

Academically, I hold degrees in Fine Arts, Philosophy, Mental Health, and a Masters of Systematic Theology. With that said, I have worked on a ranch, as a whitewater rafting instructor, Pregnancy Center Director, in various roles of ministry, and as a High School Theology teacher outside DC. Basically, I’ve walked the line baby!

Where can you be found on social media?

Instagram: thelionofdesign

Facebook: The Lion of Design

Pinterest: The Lion of Design

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What type of wine is your favorite?

An Argentinian Malbec is probably my favorite kind of wine, but any red with a deep chocolate flavor will do!

What is your favorite chocolate?

The older I get, the darker I like my chocolate, coffee, and alcohol. I don’t know if that’s saying something about me – but it’s true! Chocolate paired with mint or PB is always a force to be reckoned with.

What is your favorite prayer and/or quote?

One of my all time favorite prayers is the litany of humility. It just puts everything in perspective and helps (of course) cultivate the much needed virtue of humility within us. Also the Anima Christi is simple, yet profound.

What services do you provide?

I share many helpful resources on The Lion of Design, for those hoping to grow in faith, know the truth, and find deeper joy in parenthood.

I have co-authored a book for adults, which is a remarkable evangelization tool to read and pass on to those people struggling with faith, who present difficult cases in your life. I also wrote and illustrated a children’s book introducing prayer and thanksgiving, and a love for the vocation of family life. Both books are available for purchase on my website.

To contact me with questions or to schedule a speaking engagement, email kimberly@thelionofdesign.com.

Contact info

Kimberly Cook
kimberly@thelionofdesign.com

The Lion of Design
PO Box 34
Nokesville, VA 20182-0034

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Interested in following more Catholic Influencers? 

Keeping God on the Phone: Catholic Social Media Influencers, Volume 7

Inspiring Ministries for Everyday Catholics: Catholic Social Media Influencers, Volume 5

Catholic Social Media Influencers: Volume 2


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  1. Lexie says

    July 31, 2017 at 11:22 am

    These women are Amazing!

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GUIDE: How to Plan your Own Prayer Wine Chocolate Retreat

Be Yourself! Journal

Journal for tweens and teens

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Grandparents are such a gift! I remember each of Grandparents are such a gift!

I remember each of mine so fondly.

I see how my children react when we mention their Grandparents.

I hear their excitement when they hear the are going to get to spend time with Gram, MomMom or Pop.

I hear them often say they miss PopPop.
❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙
If you are a Grandparent, never doubt your importance, your relevance or your impact.
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Let us continue to pray for our grandparents souls!

Share a happy Grandparent memory in the comments!

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New post up on the blog!!! A few weeks ago I had New post up on the blog!!!

A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of interviewing @askacatholictherapist Dr. Matthew Breuninger 

We talked about why prayer journaling is so beneficial for both our mental and spiritual health.

Read the whole article and tell me what you think!
Link in bio🤗
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Give a child a Catholic book for Easter! Make sure Give a child a Catholic book for Easter!
Make sure they have a BIBLE first!
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Do you ever feel like you are not doing enough? O Do you ever feel like you are not doing enough?

Often I need this reminder - God doesn't want us to feel stressed.
He wants us to rely on Him - trust Him.

He wants us to love.
Be patient and kind.

Many saints have discovered this and have advised us in their own words.

Saint Katharine Drexel said, "peacefully do at each moment what needs to be done."

Saint Teresa of Calcutta stated, "never worry about numbers, help one person at a time and start with the person nearest to you."

Saint Therese', the Little Flower, demonstrated again and again how much Jesus delights in her little way.

You don't need to be stressed.
Your little acts of love and trust for Jesus delight Him.

Have a better day 😉
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Easter is the perfect time to encourage prayer wit Easter is the perfect time to encourage prayer with a gift!
These gifts and more available in my little shop!

#Catholicshop #Catholickids #Catholicwife #CatholicChristian #CatholicEaster
Easter gift ideas for Catholic boys… #Catholicbo Easter gift ideas for Catholic boys…
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Be Yourself Journal on sale for $17.00… today on Be Yourself Journal on sale for $17.00… today only!!!
“Be who you are and be that well. So that you may bring honor to the Master Craftsman whose handiwork you are.”
~Saint Francis DeSales 

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Striving for Sainthood can be as simple as this… Striving for Sainthood can be as simple as this… 

This type of advice can be really helpful for all of us… especially for a young girl navigating middle school or her early teens.

This advice would have helped me.
Why?

Because it takes some pressure off the high expectations often felt by us as individuals.

It makes God’s will for us feel achievable and realistic.

It’s totally relevant to a student in junior high
(And a slightly stressed out adult)

This page in the Be Yourself embraces scrapbooking fun- just like the back cover. Only this page encourages photographs. Yes, actual printed ones 🎞️📸

Take a deep breath.
Love the next person that comes near you.
#Catholicmom #Catholicsaints #middleschool #juniorhigh #Catholicquotes #inspirationalquotes
A prayer and the story behind the picture… Oh S A prayer and the story behind the picture…

Oh St. Joseph whose protection is so great, so strong, so prompt before the throne of God, 

I place in you all my interests and desires. Oh St. Joseph do assist me by your powerful intercession and obtain for me from your divine son all spiritual blessings through Jesus Christ, our Lord; 

so that having engaged here below your heavenly power I may offer my thanksgiving and homage to the most loving of fathers. 

Oh 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. 

St. Joseph, patron of departing souls, pray for us.
Amen.

My children had off from school on Friday. I had committed to an hour of Eucharistic Adoration on Fridays from to 2 to 3 during Lent… so since they had off, they had to come with me.
It was stressful.
They CAN NOT sit still.
Once I got one to stop walking around or talking, another one started.
But in the middle of all this… I witnessed a sweet moment.
I hesitated to pull out my phone because I really try not to during Adoration.
But, the beauty of the moment struck me, and I had to capture it.
📸 
Motherhood is hard. Parenting is difficult.
But I’m often reminded it’s like farming… and I’m planting seeds.

I just hope and pray I’m planting more good seeds then bad ones.

Thank goodness we can pray and ask for prayers from others!

Saint Joseph, pray for us!
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THANK YOU! Thank you! Thank you! If you have left THANK YOU! Thank you!
Thank you!

If you have left a review on Amazon for either of the Be Yourself Journals… thank you from the bottom of my heart!

When you leave a review on Amazon it makes me SO HAPPY… plus it sends a signal to Amazon to show more people these books!
I’d love for more girls to get this book in their Easter Basket this year!

I’m so grateful this book is being used and appreciated!

God is good!

If you like this book and haven’t left a review, please write one! It’s okay if you didn’t buy it from there!

Tag someone with a 10 or 11 year old girl!

#Catholic #Catholicmom #liturgicalliving #litany #Wwp #CatholocChristian #CatholicEaster #CatholicEasterbasket #ComeHolySpirit #trueidentity
I can’t believe in the past week I’ve posted 4 I can’t believe in the past week I’ve posted 4 videos on YouTube!

And last week’s interview with Dr. Matthew Breuninger (@askacatholictherapist ) still has me thinking about the “psychology of prayer journaling “!

The last 4 videos posted consist of two new interviews (Jessica Castillo from @athrivingcatholic and Dr. John Spitzer @johnspitzermd ); 

a box opening of @pinksaltriot ‘s latest JOY BOX and finally 

a “how to” video that demonstrates how girls can design the back cover of Be Yourself: a Journal for Catholic Girls!
Whew!

Dr. John Spitzer shared parenting advice for moms and dads of tweens;

Jessica Castillo shared how our physical and spiritual health are connected;

The Joy Box had some fun surprises… one will be going in my daughter’s Easter Basket;
And my friend’s daughter was the perfect co-host in the “how to design “ video!

Tell me which topic interests you the most… maybe I’ll dedicate an Instagram post highlighting that content!

#Catholic #BeYourselfJournal #CatholicYouTube #Catholicyouth #CatholicsOnline #catholicsofinstagram #Catholicblog #Catholicauthor #Catholicblogger #catholicinspiration #Catholictalk #joybox
FLASH SALE ON BOY’S Journal ends tonight!!! Link FLASH SALE ON BOY’S Journal ends tonight!!!
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“I got this for my 10 yr old daughter’s Easter “I got this for my 10 yr old daughter’s Easter basket. She immediately was attracted to it. Later, she came to me and said that it was her favorite item in her basket. She loves it and really has spent time with it. It is motivational, inspirational, engaging and most importantly, designed to encourage a habit of prayer and meditation at a young age. All while focusing on God’s love for us and our uniqueness…”
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FLASH SALE!!!! Boy’s journal sale ends MONDAY!!! FLASH SALE!!!!
Boy’s journal sale ends MONDAY!!!
Finish up Lent strong… and add this fun book to an Easter Basket!
Link in bio!
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I adore you Jesus, true God, and true man, pres I  adore you Jesus, 
true God, and true man, 
present in the Holy Eucharist, 
kneeling before you 
and united in spirit 
with all the faithful on earth 
and all the saints in heaven. 

In gratitude for so great a blessing, 
I love you with all my heart, 
for you are worthy of all praise 
and adoration. 

Lord Jesus Christ, may I never offend you with my lack of love. 

May your Eucharistic presence refresh me in body and soul. 

Mary, Mother of the Eucharistic Lord, pray for me 
and obtain for me a greater love for Jesus. Amen.

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Seriously, if all the @catholicsonline shops had a Seriously, if all the @catholicsonline shops had a mall I’d… I don’t even know… it would be AMAZING!!!
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Have you ever seen a statistic and thought… thes Have you ever seen a statistic and thought… these numbers are NOT in my favor?

Years ago, I was lonely, depressed and wondering if I would ever not be lonely and depressed.

I dreamed of falling in love and getting married.

But, I wanted to marry a faithful Catholic man… and I believe I saw that only 22% (?) of Americans were Catholic.

And then I thought…
Half of them aren’t men, a large percentage are not practicing and … also how many are BOOMERS?

Lucky for me, God math goes like this…
5 loaves 
2 fish
=
5,000 meals and leftovers 

This is my handsome husband and our awesome nephew with the Bishop that Confirmed him on Friday.
Matt was -and is- such a proud Sponsor and Uncle!
God bless Grayson Patrick FRANCIS!

Thank you God for all of your gifts!!!
“You pay God a compliment when you ask big things of Him.” ~ Saint Teresa of Avila

#Catholic #confirmationsponsor #CatholicSacraments #EucharisticRevival #EucharisticAdoration #ComeHolySpirit #Saintquotes #CatholicSaints
Don’t you love when a plan comes together for a Don’t you love when a plan comes together for a retreat and you see joyful faces! 

Listen, this is the best retreat hack for Catholic girls!
****The Be Yourself Journal Scrapbooking activity.****

Give each girl a Be Yourself Journal.
Explain how, “We are all called to holiness but we take different paths.” ~ Saint Katharine Drexel.

Have each girl pick out a Holy card and two Catholic stickers.

Put scrapbooking paper and Catholic washi-tape (thank you @thestumpofjesse ) on the tables and get them started with decorating the back of their journals.

As they work add more stickers and quote cards to their table.

Point out that they were all given the same set of instructions… yet each cover design is unique.

The same is true for their calling!
God has a unique mission for each individual.

He calls us to follow the Commandments, embrace His Word and trust the teachings of the Church…
same set of basic instructions, different yet BEAUTIFUL results when followed!
“Be who God meant you to be and you’ll set the world on fire!” ~Saint Catherine of Siena
Huge thank you to the women who donated journals and holy cards!!!
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Not sure what to do with all those prayer cards? Not sure what to do with all those prayer cards? 

Holy cards can be a fantastic prayer journal prompt. 

Copy the prayer off the back and glue the card to the page ;next to, underneath or above where you wrote the prayer).

Follow me for more prayer journaling tips!
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Getting ready for a Confirmation Retreat this week Getting ready for a Confirmation Retreat this weekend!

So excited to help these young Catholics see that each is called to holiness… but each mission is unique and unrepeatable!

Huge thank you to the women who donated journals for the retreat (11 donated!!!) and the women from my Bible study group who donated Holy cards!

If you would like to donate a Journal for one of the girls attending the retreat this weekend… send me a private message and I’ll explain how!

Holy cards are GREAT prayer journal prompts!

Which Holy card would you put in your prayer journal?
#prayerjournal #Catholicsaint #Confirmationretreat #Catholicretreat #catholicprayer
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