Saturday, May 19th … Sunny and warm … 30 kms … 19 miles* *Some of you might be wondering why most guidebooks say this stage is 27kms, 17 miles. That is the distance just following the path. We include the elevation adjustment. This is the actual …
Simply pray like St. Francis
Francis of Assisi (13th century) simply wanted to live as Jesus did—as a wandering preacher with as few material possessions as possible. Francis never set out to found an order, but amazingly, people began to emulate him. The “Order of Friars Minor,” which we now call …
Jesus, I trust in you!
Trust is an important part of my faith. But even when I am in that place of trust, I am always amazed at how God works in my life. I would love to tell you that I always had this trust but that is not so. It’s something Our Lord is teaching me day by day. Aren’t …
“But Mommy, do you love yourself?”
By: Mary Maddox From the mouths of babes. “But Mommy do you love yourself?” I will never forget those words and that moment. It happened 20 years ago. I was tucking my daughter Haley into bed and we were having an amazing little conversation. Amazing …
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 …
Walk Lightly!
My Beloved Soul My son knew what it would take to change peoples hearts. He knew that in order to save you in every way, it would take his sacrifice on the cross. He knew the depth of your hurt and your unforgiveness. And so …