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The Giving Tree

A boy loves to spend time under a tree. He eats its apples. Swings from its branches and slides down its trunk. He takes naps in the tree's shade. Day after day the boy romps around with a crown made of leaves playing king of the forest. Life is good. Until something changes, he changes. As he gets older he wants more from the tree. He stops visiting the tree as often. When he does visit, he makes demands. He wants money, a house, a boat, a wife and a child. The loving tree gives the boy (now a man)…

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Madonna House: Restoring all things to Christ

In May, I visited Madonna House in Canada, for two weeks. This very special Catholic farm community is nestled in the little woodsy town of Combermere, Ontario, along the Madawaska River. The setting is serene and lovely. Madonna House is a return to Nazareth, a sacred sanctuary, a Holy Family home, where communal Gospel living is carried out through a simple, concrete rhythm of the day: prayer, liturgy, work, meals, tea time, spiritual reading, and shared family time. This lay apostolate was founded by Servant of God Catherine Doherty and her husband, Eddie Doherty, in 1947, and is comprised of…

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You Are The Beloved One of God

“How you are is what I like. How you are is what I like. How you are is what I like. How you are is what I like.” These were the words my 3-year old nephew sang to his newborn sister, Lucy, to the tune of “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.” He made the words up himself. Just a newborn, Lucy hasn’t done much to earn her brother’s favor. Yet, she has it. No social media followers. No bank account. No titles or trophies. Who then does Joseph see when he looks at his sister? How is she? The priest and…

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Open Our Lips

What a beautiful reminder from Monica: If you too long for a renewed heart, if this day or season feels hard, open your lips in praise, and let the Spirit of God make you new.
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Docility to the Spirit

Lord Jesus, grant me the grace of great docility to Your Holy Spirit. Help me grow in responsiveness and obedience, choosing Your Will always above my will.
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The Call of the Chosen Daughter

Kate writes a no-nonsense reminder that we have each been called and chosen by God, for His purpose and His glory. She encourages us to reject the enemies lies and to boldly answer the call God has on our lives.
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Called to Work Miracles

De reminds us that the miracle-working power of God is alive in each of us through His Holy Spirit. And He wants to work through us to bring healing, conversion, and freedom to His children.
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Prayer Isn’t Nothing

Ever ask for prayers for a stressful situation that turns out to be "nothing?" Jo reminds us that perhaps it turned out to be nothing BECAUSE of the prayers being said.
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