A person once asked me, “How can you live without certainty?” This statement stayed with me and made me think about whether or not many people struggle with uncertainty on their journey through life. However, there is a more satisfying and simpler path that invites …
Embracing Faith and Surrender: Mary said ‘Yes’ to the Angel Gabriel
Mary’s encounter with Gabriel in Luke 1:26-38 shows that even the humblest can be called upon for a divine mission. Mary’s acceptance of her calling to bear Jesus Christ serves as an example of courage and faith that can inspire us all. The power of …
River of life
Adapted from Richard Rohrs, “Trust the River”, blog post. Grace and mercy teach us that we are all much greater than the stories we tell ourselves or one another, which are often less than half true and based on hurts and unconscious biases. These stories …
God is still God
Things seem a bit crazy right now. I am not sure about you, but it seems everyone I speak to is going through their own trials. Trials due to health, work, money, family and etc… I was just speaking to a small group of women …
The Air is Full of Prayers
by: Kathleen Aparo
I say, “YES” my Lord!
“I say “YES” my Lord” One of my favorite songs. I say “Yes,” my Lord, in all the good times, through all the bad times. I say “Yes,” my Lord, to every word you speak. We sing our songs…we read our Bible verses and relish the many uplifting quotes that …
Come To Me Just as You Are
My Beloved Soul Come to me just as you are. Come to me in your confusion, in your fearful times, and with all your questions. It is in those times and places that I await your call. Never forget that you are made in my image and likeness…made to be fit for this journey …
The Way of Peace
My Beloved Soul You are not meant to be overwhelmed by life. Call on my mercy to lighten your burden. Let me show you the easy way, the way of peace amidst turmoil, the way of trust amid uncertainty and the way of love …
Your Faith in Me Must Become Stronger
My Beloved Soul, The pain of feeling that you have failed and let me down should not linger on and on. Once the regret is noted and forgiveness asked for, that is when your faith in me must become stronger. Strive to believe in my …
You Are My Beloved!
My Beloved Soul I understand you. I see your heart, your soul, your spirit. And there is nothing you can do or say or not do that will separate me from you. My love is not like human love. It is not measured out and …