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When God Wrecks Your Plans

The pandemic has definitely shown us very clearly that we are living in a time of uncertainty. Our lives changed in the blink of an eye. It has changed the way we school and work. It has changed the way we interact with others and canceled many plans. We hear of uncertainty all the time.Continue reading “When God Wrecks Your Plans”

Believing in Yourself Is the First Step to Achieve Anything

The biggest difference I’ve noticed between successful people and unsuccessful people isn’t intelligence or opportunity or resources. It’s the belief that they can make their goals happen. We all deal with vulnerability, uncertainty, and failure. Some of us trust that if we move forward anyway, then we will figure it out. I believe in myself.Continue reading “Believing in Yourself Is the First Step to Achieve Anything”

Some of God’s Greatest Gifts Are Unanswered Prayers

All of us who have put something in God’s care always tend to steal it right back. It is not that we intentionally do it, but it is very natural for us to go back to something that we are concerned about. How do you leave a problem in God’s hands and not steal itContinue reading “Some of God’s Greatest Gifts Are Unanswered Prayers”

The Most Important Part Of The Body

When I read this quote I am reminded of this lovely story shared by a dear friend. My mother used to ask me what the most important part of the body is.Through the years I would take a guess at what I thought was the correct Answer. When I was younger, I thought sound wasContinue reading “The Most Important Part Of The Body”

Have You Any Room for Jesus?

Have you ever wondered, why was there no room for them in the inn?  I can imagine Joseph thinking, “All right, enough is enough! First, my wife-to-be gets pregnant! Now we are living under a constant cloud of scandal and suspicion. The whole town is making fun of us, and why wouldn’t they? Who isContinue reading “Have You Any Room for Jesus?”

The True Meaning Of CHRISTmas

It’s that time of year again. The “most wonderful time of the year” is upon us. What makes this time so wonderful? Is it the gifts under the tree? The candy in our stockings? The decorations around the house and down every street? The abundance of food that fills our tables while surrounded by familyContinue reading “The True Meaning Of CHRISTmas”

St. Francis Xavier

Today is the feast of St. Francis Xavier, a Jesuit, one of St. Ignatius Loyola’s closest friends and an original founding companion of the Society of Jesus, is most honored by the Catholic Church, other Christian churches, and the Jesuit order for his missionary accomplishments particularly in India, Southeast Asia and Japan. His missionary travels tookContinue reading “St. Francis Xavier”

God Knoweth Best

When softly falls the dew at eventide,Then, tired, we lay ourselves away to rest;Confiding: in the One who knoweth best,We trust in him and nothing- else beside. What if dark demons oft attack our soul,And friends forsake, and parents look with scorn?We’ll trust in God; he’ll keep from every harm.We’ll live for him while endlessContinue reading “God Knoweth Best”

Don’t Stop Believin’

We often let fear or insecurity stop us from trying new things. Believe in yourself. Do what you love. And most importantly, be kind to others, even if you don’t like them or even if they are mean to you. Without confidence in your own powers, you cannot be successful or happy. Have faith inContinue reading “Don’t Stop Believin’”