Memorial of St. Joachim and St. Anne
Posted by Lisa Hendey in Faith on Saturday, July 26, 2008
Today, we celebrate the memorial of St. Joachim and St. Anne, parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary. My own wonderful mother’s name is Anne, so I remember her in a special way on this feast day of the Patroness of Mothers. I was recently sharing with a friend who is expecting her first child that she can expect her relationship with her own mother to grow and blossom when she welcomes her child into... READ MORE
Time for Renewal
Posted by Lisa Hendey in Faith on Thursday, August 21, 2008
As I sat in morning Mass today listening to our Vicar General give a homily on the first reading and the life of Pope Pius X, I was reminded of the fact that this “Back to School” time of the year really is a moment for renewal. Along with our children, we face new goals, challenges and opportunities.
Pope Pius X was beloved for many reasons and was well known for encouraging frequent reception... READ MORE
In Honor of Mary
Posted by Lisa Hendey in Faith on Saturday, September 06, 2008
In honor of the upcoming Marian feast day, the editors of the wonderful Behold Your Mother blog are seeking your participation:
What are some of your favorite Marian recipes? If Mary was coming to dinner, what would you make?
What do you give a mother who has everything? What will your gift to Mary be this year?
In reflecting on “another year older,” how does the Blessed Mother serve as a guide, role model, and mentor to you?
Submit by 10 PM EST on September 10, using the online form or by emailing at peerybingle [at] gmail [dot] com.
The Martyrs of Korea
Posted by Lisa Hendey in Faith on Saturday, September 20, 2008
Today, on September 20, we celebrate the Memorial of Saint Andrew Kim Taegon, priest and martyr, and Saint Paul Chong Hasang, martyr, and their companions, the martyrs of Korea.
I will admit to not having known many of the details of the lives of these saintly men and women who brought the faith to and founded the Church in Korea. They are noted for their faith-filled bravery in being willing... READ MORE
Mom’s To Do List
Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Tuesday, October 07, 2008
Paul and I are discussing our schedules for tomorrow. We have been planning a meet-up to pick out new cellphones (we reached the time limit on our contract to get the deep discount—yippee!) and thought we’d rendezvous at the phone store while the boys are at school.
Me: Are we on for tomorrow?
Him: Let me look at my schedule. What do you have going on?
Me, looking at my calendar: Nothing really.... READ MORE
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