Tag: Lent

Lenten Thoughts and a PSA: What Happened to My Old Blogs

I rarely write blog posts these days, and I almost gave up on posting on IG too. But as I mentioned in my post below, all of this is God's and for His greater glory, so. . . here I am. https://www.instagram.com/p/B8-qZIDnVbK/ Posted this on IG on Shrove Tuesday. Just before Ash Wednesday last week. … Continue reading Lenten Thoughts and a PSA: What Happened to My Old Blogs

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

40 Ways to a Meaningful Lent

*This post was originally written in 2017 so I have tried to update the links that need updating, since my self-hosted blog is still down and I have no idea how to fix it! 😦 I pray you'll find this post helpful just the same! Lent is upon us so I thought I would try to … Continue reading 40 Ways to a Meaningful Lent

It’s Never Too Late to Experience God’s Mercy

Today, Good Friday, marks the beginning of the Divine Mercy Novena. It is very apt that this is so, because Good Friday is the day to remember Jesus' suffering, crucifixion and death. Yet even amidst His difficulties, and even when He was on the brink of death, He showed mercy to those around Him -- even … Continue reading It’s Never Too Late to Experience God’s Mercy

Live Lent in Love {A List of Lenten Resources for Families}

Lent has officially begun for Christians everywhere, and what better way to focus on the Reason for the season than to live it in love. So I thought I'd try to round up some Lenten resources for you, similar to what fellow Catholic mom, blogger and CatholicConference4Moms presenter Leila has done (you should totally read her post, … Continue reading Live Lent in Love {A List of Lenten Resources for Families}

A Different Kind of Lent: Keep the Love Alive

Welcome, friends! I’m  co-hosting and participating in the Catholic Bloggers Network Keep LOVE in LENT Blog Link-Up 2014! We'll be sharing tips, stories and  experiences that will help us focus on  Lenten sacrifices, prayer and good deeds  and how to carry them out with  LOVE instead of a GRUMBLE. Are you a Christian blogger who'd like … Continue reading A Different Kind of Lent: Keep the Love Alive

Lent is Coming: Join the “Keep Love in Lent” Blog Link-Up Hosted by Catholic Bloggers Network!

Are you looking for a new approach to Lent this year? Then the Keep LOVE in LENT Blog Link-Up 2014 is for you! The Link-Up is open to all bloggers, particularly Catholics and Christians of all denominations who observe LENT. Share your unique perspective and write about anything that pertains to the blog theme!  For example: * Tips … Continue reading Lent is Coming: Join the “Keep Love in Lent” Blog Link-Up Hosted by Catholic Bloggers Network!

What Happened to Us on Good Friday + Easy Easter Celebration Ideas for Kids

It's Holy Saturday as I write this, and I've "given in" and let the kids watch a children's movie so I can get some editing and proofreading done. Yes, it's a "bedwork" kind of day for me today, but don't worry, I'll try not to overdo it! 😉 Anyway, of course, I couldn't help but … Continue reading What Happened to Us on Good Friday + Easy Easter Celebration Ideas for Kids

Saints and Scripture Sunday: On Eagle’s Wings

Psalm 91:1-2, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15You who dwell in the shelter of the Most High, who abide in the shadow of the Almighty, say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” No evil shall befall you, nor shall  affliction come near your tent, for to his angels he has given command about … Continue reading Saints and Scripture Sunday: On Eagle’s Wings