Coming Up From the Desert
"Who is this coming up from the desert, leaning on her beloved?" – The Song of Songs 8:5 We made it! We have emerged from the desert of Lent and are well into the Easter season. Was your Lenten season…
The Coming of the Bridegroom in the Byzantine Tradition
In the Byzantine Church during the first three days of Great and Holy Week, we celebrate a special service known as ‘Bridegroom Matins’ (morning prayer). In some churches, they celebrate this service in anticipation, meaning the night before, making the…
Divine Mercy and Mary, Mother of Mercy
Throughout the centuries and even before the birth of St. Faustina, our Lord has been sending us the message that Mercy is His greatest attribute. Repeatedly, He has told Saints and sent Mary, Mother of Mercy, to plead with us…
Via Lucis: The Way of Light
Blessed Easter to each of you! Isn't it awesome that our Church celebrates the Resurrection for 50 days (Easter Sunday through Pentecost) after our 40-day Lenten fast? Our Lord shall not be out done in generosity! During Lent, you may…
A Prayer of Easter Restoration
Thank You for the glorious gift of Your resurrection. As I live in the glory of this season, help me to joyfully run and embrace the hope of Your empty tomb.
A Personal Reflection on Victory in Christ
Whatever it is that you are carrying today, cry out in assured victory: it is finished! It is redeemed for infinite good.
Love Letter From The Risen Lord
Laura shares what began as a journal entry, a means to capture her experience at the 2019 Easter Vigil Mass, but became a love letter from the Risen Lord.