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The Blessed Mother’s Journey: A Testament of Faith
“I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” Luke 1:38 My preoccupation with Mary, the mother of Jesus, is a constant fascination every time this year. My longtime readers know this, and I have included links below for my newer followers. This fascination is so prevalent my dad tells…
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Cultivating Joy: Practices for Deepening Your Advent Experience
“We need joy as we need air. We need love as we need water. We need each other as we need the earth we share.” Maya Angelou This is one of my favorite weeks of the Advent season. We light the rose-colored (pink) candle symbolizing joy for the coming of Christ. It is also known…
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The Power of Perseverance: Recognizing God’s Hand in the Long-Term Transformation of Our Lives
“A bend in the road is not the end of the road… unless you fail to make the turn.” Helen Keller Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up. He said: “In a certain town there was a judge who neither feared God nor…
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The Path to Peace: Exploring Advent Week 2
Unraveling the Meaning of Peace Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:27 (NIV) As a person who struggles with anxiety, this verse used to be problematic for me. Whenever I…
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The Power of Walking: A Pathway to Health and Wellness
Walking: The Simple Exercise that Packs a Punch I have a never-ending check list of all the things I “ought to” and “should have” done. The holidays tend to amplify this list and add an approaching deadline. I had also been cooped up in the house for a few days straight due to a few…
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