The Easter Triduum: Holy-days, Not Just Holidays

Today, Holy Thursday, marks the beginning of the Easter Triduum. We Catholics consider these days the “center” of our Christian faith. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops actually has a short but sweet video that gives some information about the different days of the Triduum below: https://youtu.be/3V3yaiI9mi8 Personally, I love the Easter Triduum and everything … Continue reading The Easter Triduum: Holy-days, Not Just Holidays

How to Have a Meaningful Holy Week

Holy Week is upon us! While many of us may be making plans for going back to the province or getting some R&R during the holidays, let’s not forget the true reason for the break, i.e. to have some time to reflect on the passion, death and Resurrection of Jesus. Without further ado then, here … Continue reading How to Have a Meaningful Holy Week

Word-filled Wednesdays: When Things Don’t Go The Way We Planned

When I chose my one word for 2013, i.e. {in}Courage, I didn't know then that I'd REALLY be needing lots of courage and lots of time to dwell in God's presence. But He must have known — well, He knows our lives, past, present and future, right? Those of you who've been seeing my updates on Facebook and Twitter … Continue reading Word-filled Wednesdays: When Things Don’t Go The Way We Planned