Journeys for your Heart and Soul!
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 …
The photo above was taken in Nazareth on Easter Sunday in 2019. A moment I will never forget. Fellow pilgrim, Toya and I were walking back from the Church of the Annunciation and enjoying our afternoon stroll through the streets. We were exploring all the …
“The call of the Camino” is a popular phrase. I started to feel the pull in 2010 when a co-worker mentioned it. At that point, I was only talking about it, really never knowing when it would happen but I was captivated and I started …
Saturday, May 26th … 20 kms … 13 miles After such a wet day, the beds were amazing last night. It was especially nice being in a room with 6 beds. It only took 13 days for me to learn that when you arrive at …
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 …
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 …
When I travel, I am never surprised by the kindness of people…people of all lands and of all religions. As God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. — Colossians 3:12 One day in Israel, we had just finished our …
“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 …