by marybeth | Apr 5, 2020 | Uncategorized
As Catholics around the world move to celebrate mass virtually during this unusual health crisis, many families are seeking ways to bring the sacred into the home. As a mom of many, the challenge of gathering everyone in one room on their best behavior to...
by marybeth | Mar 31, 2020 | Life, Reflections
Image credit: Pixabay.com (2013), CC0/PD Early Christians were made recognizable by their actions. Aristedes, sent by Emperor Hadrian during the days of the early Church to scope out those known as “Christians,” gave a report and these ending words have...
by marybeth | Mar 26, 2020 | Faith at Home, Faith Traditions, Family, Keeping Kids Catholic
Living liturgically gives a rhythm to the daily life of a catholic family. It is no mistake that mother nature corresponds her seasons to that of the church. I love the peaceful anticipation of Advent and the white calming snow that accompanies it. Just as necessary...
by marybeth | Mar 2, 2020 | Faith at Home, Family, Keeping Kids Catholic
Last night, I sat by the fire with a friend and marveled at God’s provision. This necessary pause infused my soul with breath and joy. I’m finding it necessary to take this pause and remind myself of the presence of God in everything. I sat back and reflected on how...
by marybeth | Mar 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
Published in the Catholic Times, March 1st, 2020 Through prayer, I have been convicted to pray hard and let that be my doing. With Mary as our example, pray and then trust in the Lord. The prayer of a mother runs like a constant flow between her heart and the Lord....
