tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19277126973191290212012-02-01T21:28:02.527-05:00A Catholic wife and mom climbing the Pillars of fire and truth which is the Catholic church, aiding others in their desire to teach the world about Christ's Bride by reviewing books, conducting book discussions, and writing.Ebethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14090396741792229132noreply@blogger.comBlogger7531100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1927712697319129021.post-34903318364381840222012-01-31T20:00:00.003-05:002012-02-01T21:25:16.076-05:00

January 31, 2012 Dear Friend, On January 20 the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reaffirmed a rule that under the new health care law, virtually all private health care plans must cover sterilization, abortifacients, and contraception. The rule is set to take effect August 1, 2012. Non-profit religious employers that do not now provide such coverage, and are not exempt under the

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My friend, Nick, at Phat Catholic.blogspot.com has a great blog and I wanted to share his response to the video that was going around earlier this month. http://phatcatholic.blogspot.com/2012/01/response-to-why-i-hate-religion-but.html

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Listen, take notes, and repeat...this is good stuff!

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http://catholiclane.com/if-you-can-be-dismembered-without-due-process-whats-a-little-detention/

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This is the day!!  Hopefully millions, but definitely thousands of people are or already have journeyed to the nations capital to be counted as those wanting to change hearts in Washington, DC about abortion and the many other life issues that so severely divide this country!  With this amazingly good and pure showing of the power in numbers, the media in all directions, except Christian, has

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Check our the snippets for this week, it's always great stuff! Thanks RAnn for hosting!!!

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 Changed through patient waiting for the Lord Let it be so now, for it is proper to fulfil all righteousness (Mt 3:15)   Please join me and the many who are praying for unity across the globe.

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Catholics, Protestants Set to Begin Unity Week Annual Initiative Will Provide Reflection on What It Means to Win VATICAN CITY, JAN. 17, 2012 (Zenit.org).- The annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity begins Wednesday and will conclude on Jan. 25, the feast of the conversion of St. Paul. The texts for this year's celebration were prepared by groups in Poland. This year's theme is "We will

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Four years ago, our oldest was preparing for marriage.  It was an exciting time for us and as the Catholic momma, I got out the information on Catholic weddings along with the Emily Post's "Wedding Etiquette" my mom sent me. A very interesting tidbit about the ceremony that I didn't know was about the kiss.  There, on page 356, is a little box that explains this tradition:  "Behind the

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What American accent do you have? Your Result: The Inland NorthYou may think you speak "Standard English straight out of the dictionary" but when you step away from the Great Lakes you get asked annoying questions like "Are you from Wisconsin?" or "Are you from Chicago?" Chances are you call carbonated drinks "pop." The Midland The Northeast Philadelphia The South The West Boston North Central

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Wow, it's been awhile since I received an award or the challenge of a MEME, so I welcome it for a change of scenery around the Pillars.  Many thanks to Therese, from Aussie Coffee Shop, a blog I have always loved to check in on.  Two of  her children are diabetic and Theresa is passionate in both their care and cure, check out her blog to see some of the things happening for the cure of diabetes.

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RAnn is a great host for the Catholic roundup each Sunday. Please take some time to check the posts out that gather at RAnn's blog.

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The joyous light displays on the majority of my neighborhood houses are rapidly disappearing as the weekend progresses here in coastal NC.  There were more lights and Christmas festivities over the past month here than ever before, we noted driving through the neighborhood one evening not too long ago. I even took a silent poll as I walked my usual trek around the many streets noting who

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Call it what you will, but I believe in do-overs, a second chance, or a "mulligan" which is what most think of at the turn of the new year.  With this in mind, I wanted to share with you some things that I feel very strongly about in the Christian life as a Catholic. 1.  Prayer:  Communing with our God more and more will increase your faith, hope, and love for Him.  A peaceful existence is hard

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The story of hope and peace in a manger two thousand years ago in a small town with two brave people should still speak loudly to us today.  Everyday is a new day, may we take each day from this day forward and make a positive difference in someone else.

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Well, as they say, we aren't getting any younger.....especially my parents!  This year is especially hard for me, selfishly, I might add.  Both my parents moved into INdependent living communities due to their age and declining sturdiness.  I wasn't there when either of them moved and needed an extra hand, I wasn't there when they were in the hospital, I wasn't there when my mom needed to get her

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Traditional Proclamation of Christ's Birth "Today Is the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ" VATICAN CITY, DEC. 25, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI has restored the tradition of proclaiming the birth of Christ with the chanting of the "Kalenda." The chant culminated the prayer vigil in St. Peter's Square on Christmas Eve, which was accompanied by the unveiling of the life-size Nativity Scene.

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Dear Brothers and Sisters! The reading from Saint Paul’s Letter to Titus that we have just heard begins solemnly with the word "apparuit", which then comes back again in the reading at the Dawn Mass: apparuit – "there has appeared". This is a programmatic word, by which the Church seeks to express synthetically the essence of Christmas. Formerly, people had spoken of God and formed human images

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Both my oldest daughter and I will be playing violin for both Christmas Masses tonight, and my knight and youngest daughter will be in the choir.May the world be peaceful tonight as the Child King makes His entrance into a fallen world in need of salvation.

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Come to save us, O Lord our God. O Emmanuel, God with us, our King and Lawgiver, the expected of the nations and their Savior: Come to save us, O Lord our God. O Emmanuel, Rex et legifer noster, expectatio gentium, et Salvator earum: veni ad salvandum nos, Domine, Deus noster. The manger reminds us of the simplicity and poverty surrounding the birth of Jesus and is representative of His

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In a far distant time, In a story so well known throughout the lands, We hear once again about an angel Who visits a young girl to announce God's plans.  We hear about the angel's proclamation, "Behold..."  and her response, "Behold..."     In both the Online Dictionary and in Merriam Webster dictionary the definition of BEHOLD is a transitive verb meaning:1: to perceive through sight or

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Our son and his wife  Having raised one teen to adulthood and raising his two sisters presently in the midst of their teen years has given me experience in watching teens grow, but wisdom?  If anything, I think I'm losing it with each new issue that comes up.  With teen eyes watching as I make my way through life I tend to forget they are taking notes.  They listen, hear, and notice my every

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Studies Continue Confirming the Need to Strengthen Families By Father John Flynn, LC ROME, DEC. 2, 2011 (Zenit.org).- The popularity of cohabitation as an alternative or a preliminary step to marriage continues to grow. Data published this week by the British Office for National Statistics for England and Wales confirms the trend. In 2010 only 48.2% of the adult population of England and Wales

Ebethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14090396741792229132noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1927712697319129021.post-75222069974913728512011-11-23T21:52:00.000-05:002011-11-23T21:52:46.893-05:00

Recently, I went back to work part-time at a fabric store as the Education Coordinator in charge of the classes, schedules, teaching the sewing and quilting classes, and various other educational needs of the store. The other day, while talking with a couple of ladies about the seasonal fabrics at the store and especially the Christmas fabrics, one lady spoke up proudly that she doesn't and has

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"The Day of My First Holy Communion Was One of the Most Beautiful Days of My Life"COTONOU, Benin, NOV. 20, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Here is a Vatican translation of the address Benedict XVI delivered Saturday evening in Benin when he visited St. Rita's Parish, and spoke to the children there. * * * Dear Young Friends, I thank Bishop René-Marie Ehuzu of Port Novo, Director of Social Ministry of the

Ebethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14090396741792229132noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1927712697319129021.post-42392383088486912362011-11-20T13:45:00.000-05:002011-11-20T13:45:05.339-05:00

If you are a Catholic blogger and have something to share about your faith, studies, and Catholic life, please link up here.

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In eight chapters, this little ditty teaches the next generation of adults more about themselves than any reality TV show can destroy. The more I learn about Bl. John Paul II’s extensive work of Theology of the Body, the more I know in my heart this should be a mandatory study for all youth beginning in grade school. The younger the child is, the deeper these teachings will reach their hearts.

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Burning bridges is a reality that few welcome and most try to avoid, including yours truly.  But it happens, sometimes even without the ability to stop it, but can it be reversed? I don't know.....I just don't know, but what I do know is that we all have opinions and desires as to how to raise these charges that have been bestowed upon us and how we do such is affected by the different stimulus,

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In this project for the “pillars” I am learning along with my readers through the resources provided us by the United State Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), and those approved by them from the diocese of Raleigh. Studying the revisions to our Roman Missal is very enlightening for this ‘cradle’ Catholic. We left off at the Introductory Rites last week. Basically, there will be very

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Recently, as some of you may remember, I took an online course on the Revised Roman Missal which will be introduced on November 27th (the first Sunday of Advent and the new calendar year for the Church).  During the five-week course of study, about a dozen of us students discussed our thoughts about the present state of the Mass and the attitudes of the pew-sitters.  All the comments were not

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Freedom of Conscience Faces Increased Conflict in America By Father John Flynn, LC ROME, NOV. 4, 2011 (Zenit.org).- The sense of religious liberty is being lost in America, warned Archbishop José H. Gomez in a recent article. Writing in the On the Square section of the Web site of the magazine First Things, his Oct. 25 piece noted that both courts and government agencies are increasingly

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Get ready for the Roman Missal changes!!   It's gonna be great and with new clarity and splendor of the words, music, and expressions. The Catholic Church is alive and kicking and do you know how I know?  Because within her walls she is constantly learning, seeking the truth, and bringing it to her believers, that's how. Amen, Amen alleluia!!

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This is the Day the Lord has made!  Let us rejoice and be glad!  Yes, our beloved pope John Paul II's first feast day is upon us and what a day it should be! Our new Catholic high school will be hosting 50 young children from the local Boys and Girls club for some games, science hikes and making sundials and lunch.  Our students and parents took this day and the happy coincidence of a nationwide

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Just have to laugh at this, right?  I mean what man in his right mind would show up to Mass in a tank top?   But what if we totally relaxed the dress code or basically took the "Hey, at least he came!" attitude that has become the norm in American parishes?  Do you think we would find a hairy guy in a tank top standing next to us in the near future?  I think so!  So, what do we do about this

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There is no complication here, no guess work, and definitely no imagination here....it's very simple. We have one very  important job that takes just a little bit of work. To build and maintain our relationship with God our Heavenly Father.  How are you doing with your relationship?  

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Not a fan of ABC, much less most mainstream media venues, this caught my attention. http://abcnews.go.com/US/video/too-casual-for-mass-14467299#.TnnMbLdpBPs.email

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Exhibit Collects 600 Volumes in Dozens of Translations CASTEL GANDOLFO, Italy, SEPT. 15, 2011 (Zenit.org).- An exhibition organized by the German publisher Herder and the Vatican Publishing House was enough to bring Benedict XVI to be "slightly astounded," he said today. The exhibition, which the Pope visited today at Castel Gandolfo, brings together some 600 volumes of the various language

Ebethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14090396741792229132noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1927712697319129021.post-91204533369290171532011-09-15T08:53:00.000-05:002011-09-15T08:53:54.461-05:00

Our Blessed Mother inspires me; her silence, her faith, undaunted strength as the mother of God's son both divine and human makes me shake my head in so many ways. When Our Lady is described as Our Lady of Sorrows, I think of the Pieta, Christ's heinously tortured dead body draped across His sorrowful mother's lap.  What it must have been like to stand by helpless and horrified as her son was

Ebethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14090396741792229132noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1927712697319129021.post-81470071329182119892011-09-11T23:55:00.000-05:002011-09-11T23:55:14.412-05:00

OK, this is not another 9/11 tribute or story, however, these thoughts have had their root in that infamous day. Earlier this evening, my 14 year old sat quietly and attentively to the special her daddy and I were watching about the 9/11 events.  After awhile, she cuddled up next to me and just sat there in silence.  Asking her if something was wrong, she told me that she hadn't really known

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So with all these natural happenings going on around me today, I must turn to prayer.  So, alone as the front door closed behind me and my knight and 2 daughters head to their new school and the lab, I turned to one of my favorite podcasts, Among Women.   Pat Gohn leads us in prayer during one of her beautiful podcasts, this one with a fellow Catholic blogger and friend, Kate Wicker and her new

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An aristocratic-born Roman, Gregory served for a short time,then much like St. Francis and many others sold his stock in the good life to serve the Lord. To his credit: 1.  founded monasteries in Rome and Sicily 2.  was ordained a deacon and served in Constantinople for 5 years 3. On Sept 3, was  elected Pope as the first Monk to be so elected 4.  Reformed the administration of the Church's

Ebethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14090396741792229132noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1927712697319129021.post-90682322657466284842011-09-01T09:15:00.002-05:002011-09-01T09:25:49.687-05:00

First and foremost, I love God and have consecrated myself to Jesus Christ in all that I study.  My children are my responsibility to bring and offer back up to God with their own sacks of coins or talents directed to Him who is all holy and divine.  He's everywhere in our home, on my mouth and in my heart as their mom. BUT, when my youngest was asked who was her two most spiritual influences in

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MANILA, Philippines, AUG. 31, 2011 (Zenit.org)..- The Family Rosary Crusade in the Philippines is spearheading a campaign to get 1 million Filipinos to pray 1 million rosaries in 200 days for all nations in the world. Dubbed "A million roses for the world: Filipinos at Prayer: Peace for All Nations," the campaign aims to rally Filipinos to offer one rosary each day for a particular

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If catechises could be simplified into one book, this one may be the answer.  As a geek when it comes to Catholic material in all genres from spirituality, scripture, papal documents and other teachings, I, of course was very interested in the invitation to review Dr. Groome's book.   I am somewhat familiar with the professor , in case you are not, he is professor of theology and religious

Ebethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14090396741792229132noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1927712697319129021.post-52386070987186197332011-08-26T13:59:00.000-05:002011-08-26T17:56:07.795-05:00

Ebethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14090396741792229132noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1927712697319129021.post-9970878542290537902011-08-23T08:49:00.000-05:002011-08-23T08:49:43.076-05:00

At Adoration yesterday, deep in thought with Christ, I noticed a gleaming shine in two places in my sight.  One was the monstrance, where the Holy Eucharist was displayed; the other was on my own hand. My wedding band seemed to match the golden monstrance made to enhance and protect Christ's body in the humble form of bread. When the monstrance is displayed on the Altar it represents something

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Theotokos, Virgin Mary, The New Eve, Holy Mother, Gentle Woman, Mirror of Justice, Cause of our Joy, Window to Christ,  Mother of God, I could go on with the titles we have to refer to Mary, the young virgin chosen to participate in Salvation history in such an amazing way. Pius XII, by his encyclical letter of October 11, 1954 Pius XII, Ineflabilis Deus, the pope ends with:  Let all the

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A man came in for confession: Man:  Fr. I have sinned, I went to the lumber yard and stole some wood to make a project at home, but now I'm sorry I did it. Priest:  Well, I see that you are sorry, so say a couple of decades of the rosary and don't steal from the lumber yard again. A WEEK LATER The man comes in for confession again: Man:  Fr. I have sinned, I went to the lumber yard and stole

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It has been my rant for many years now about what folks wear to Mass on Sundays....or any other Mass during the week.  From Altar servers in cargo shorts and t-shirts to mohawks and running gear as Eucharistic Ministers, I stand appalled on a regular basis.  Chewing gum and texting during Mass gets me wondering,  "Where are these people spiritually?  Why are they here: Coercion, habit, or

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Just when you thought you were going to have to rely totally on your parish to give you all your information, Apple comes out with a cheat sheet that you can hold in the palm of your hand.... I haven't checked it out, yet, but supposedly with this new app, all the  words, prayers, and postures are right at your fingertips and why they changes were made. Nice!  If anybody has used this for only

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Nineteen years ago this song and the album in it's totality was one my knight and I listened to a great deal.

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For a few days now I have been trying to get on the Pillars to write and have been told my cookies are an issue.  Anyone know a way to fix it? Thanks!

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WYD and the West in Pope's Prayers for August VATICAN CITY, JULY 29, 2011 (Zenit.org).- As Benedict XVI travels to Madrid in a few weeks, he will be supported by the prayers of all those who join him in his monthly intentions. In August, his general intention is for youth and the fruits of World Youth Day in Spain. The Apostleship of Prayer announced the intentions chosen by the Pope for the

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Me?  Well, at first as the mom of two teenage daughters at home, I ask for wisdom. Then after thinking about it for a few days and having different things come across my radar, forgiveness is another.  The ability to forgive certain persons is difficult at best and I am no authority on this topic, believe me! Blessed Theresa of Calcutta is, Blessed John Paul II is, Jesus Christ is...am I made of

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Travel prayers and during the week would be appreciated!  Blessings!

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Asks Mother Mary to Wrap Us in Her Mantle CASTEL GANDOLFO, Italy, JULY 17, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI today noted that the scapular is a "particular sign of union with Jesus and Mary." The Pope commented on the use of this devotion when he addressed Polish-speaking pilgrims gathered at the papal summer residence in Castel Gandolfo to pray the midday Angelus. Saturday was the feast of Our

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At work, there is a manager that no one likes, he is very sullen, rude, and can be very bossy without cause.  It's been 14 years since I last had a job and even longer since working in retail...actually college days.   Well, difficult people are everywhere; away and at home. How do you deal with difficult people?  After all, aren't we told that all people are loved by God?  All are God's

Ebethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14090396741792229132noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1927712697319129021.post-47806578336718240132011-07-17T06:59:00.000-05:002011-07-17T06:59:15.246-05:00

Thanks to RAnn at her blog, "This That and the other" for providing a place for Catholic bloggers to gather on Sunday in cybershere!

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Every once in a while I get a book that I don’t like. Recently I was invited to read and host a book review for a cyber book tour. After reading this book just over half way, I knew it had no place on the “Pillars,” much less anywhere near the Catholic or Orthodox website, except to refute it. Simply put, Drs. Mikhail and Farag are anti-Catholics supreme. Mikhail not only denounces every single

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Look around the Pillars:  We have coffee, Avon, books, more: Ignatius Press, and Aquinas Books and more along with my Avon e-store on the left for your convenience. Also, the good Mystic Monks Coffee!  We love it here at the Pillars. Also, UPromise, you may join this free and use the products from companies that support education, like my friend Denise at her blog, Catholic mom. Thank you!

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"Thank You For the Grace of the Priestly Ministry" VATICAN CITY, JUNE 29, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Here is a translation of the prayer Benedict XVI wrote for the 60th anniversary of his priestly ordination, which he celebrated today. * * * Lord, We thank you because you have opened your Heart for us; Because in your Death and Resurrection You have become source of life. Make us living persons,

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Vatican News opens today!!

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My knight and I took the girls' swing set down last night. All the while I couldn't help realizing that this means the end of an era. They no longer use it, there are other activities now replacing their "little-kid" games. Things are changing at the Pillar household. The years have flown by so quickly that my heart is having an incredibly hard time keeping up! I absolutely loved having babies;

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Some of the perks of being a Catholic blogger all these years have been the friends I’ve acquired and the lessons learned from them. Stamina, fortitude, and grace, are the gifts of these friends during my short career as a writer of which I am forever changed. One of these new friends is Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle, she has blessed me with several opportunities as a book reviewer to read a few of

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We don't know who replied, but there is a beautiful soul working in the dead letter office of the US postal service. Our 14-year-old dog Abbey died last month. The day after she passed away my 4-year-old daughter Meredith was crying and talking about how much she missed Abbey. She asked if we could write a letter to God so that when Abbey got to heaven, God would recognize her. I told her that

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Circles, you know the kind, clutches of people that seem unbreakable, impenetrable, and a force to be reckoned with when provoked or a 'stranger' moves in? Circles are great when things aren't going so well and numbers help in the solace, but what about the outsiders? Are you an "in" person, do you have a group that you have been a part of for a long time? How ....honestly, do you feel about

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So when does a Catholic parent think their child is ready for the trenches?  Many organizations with militant vocations toward all that do not think the way they think are out in numbers for the summer break.  Summer camps are the thing to send your child for the continuing 'enrichment' process of their learning years.  However, not all camps are recommended for Catholic families. Young Life,

Ebethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14090396741792229132noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1927712697319129021.post-74549359362292529342011-06-11T19:02:00.000-05:002011-06-11T19:02:18.037-05:00

Adrienne, as requested! Here is the little culprit for our last post:

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The "Pillar" household adopted a new kitten this week.  How exciting and I think the most fun is always what to name it.  When the last kitten arrived, I was not consulted, but my dream of one day having an orange cat was their reasoning for bring him home only 3 days after my knight's long-time tabby had to be put down at age 18 of renal failure.  After my initial shock in not letting good old

Ebethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14090396741792229132noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1927712697319129021.post-76445205124508391832011-06-07T08:49:00.000-05:002011-06-07T08:49:18.037-05:00

APOSTOLIC CONSTITUTION ISSUED BY HIS HOLINESS POPE PAUL VI MISSALE ROMANUM ON NEW ROMAN MISSAL The Roman Missal, promulgated in 1570 by Our predecessor, St. Pius V, by decree of the Council of Trent,(1) has been received by all as one of the numerous and admirable fruits which the holy Council has spread throughout the entire Church of Christ. For four centuries, not only has it furnished

Ebethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14090396741792229132noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1927712697319129021.post-47793023673734708022011-06-03T20:05:00.000-05:002011-06-03T20:05:11.996-05:00

Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy

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My knight just LOVES midnight Vigils......it is amazingly smooth and rich.  We have also tried Mystic Monk, Cowboy blend and the breakfast blend varieties of the Mystic Monk coffees.  They are delicious and very reasonably priced! Please check out right sidebar and see for yourself the many varieties of coffees, teas, and goodies this beautiful community offers. Easter Blessings!

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A new blog...to my world that is, has arrived and invited me to be a contributor among some very amazing Catholic women.  Association of Catholic Women bloggers is a compilation of Catholic feminine genius extraordinaire where the insights, experiences, and daily journaling will enlightened readers from all walks of life. Jackie, a dear friend from Great Britain, has been a devoted reader if the

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The Tridentine Mass takes its name from the Council of Trent (1545-63), which had called for a modest revision of the Roman rite. It was seven years after the Council Fathers had disbanded that Pope St. Pius V authoritatively issued the missal that would reflect their concerns. Informally known as the Tridentine, the missal does not so much as initiate any new practices as codify a tradition of

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It was a dark and stormy night, rain and lightening thundering around you and you're all alone.  You drive through one rather large puddle, then another, you hit a pothole and then it happens.  Once in a while when you least expect it, disaster strikes and you find yourself in mud spinning your wheels.  Try and try as you might, those wheels aren't going anywhere fast, just kicking up mud.  All

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1. I, together with my beloved spouse, played a part in the future of our society 2. Being pregnant, though miserably uncomfortable, I was able to experience something beyond my control and learn patience and endurance and prayer. 3. Seeing my beloved witness the birth of our children one by one, I was able to fall in love with him all over again with every tear of joy he shed. It was

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Just wanted to let you know that I am taking a course on the Revised Roman Missal right now.  I feel very passionate about helping with the challenges and changes that are coming on November 27th, the first Sunday of Advent.  During this five-week course we will be discussing the challenges of change and how to help the Church along.  Tthe history of these changes will be covered, why they were

Ebethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14090396741792229132noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1927712697319129021.post-15564272345136368592011-05-07T06:40:00.009-05:002011-05-09T15:20:19.208-05:00

Framing Faith tells the story of the faith of immigrants and their descendants, spotlighting ten Catholic churches in the Diocese of Scranton that were closed due to restructuring. The churches, SACRED HEART, MAYFIELD; ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA, SCRANTON; ST. JOSEPH, SCRANTON; HOLY FAMILY, SCRANTON; ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST, SCRANTON; ST. MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION, SCRANTON; ST. MARY CZESTOCHOWA,

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Listening to Catholic Vitamins last night on my walk, Deacon Tom challenged us to write an email to God; sounds easy enough, right?  But then he said to write another email with God answering your email.  Dee, Deacon Tom's wife, wasn't completely about it, but said she'd try and after some thought, I have taken up the challenge as well. Here goes: Dear God, Once again, here I am asking you

Ebethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14090396741792229132noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1927712697319129021.post-5959746032778146462011-04-23T08:56:00.000-05:002011-04-23T08:56:01.313-05:00

Always hunting for nuggets in the morning to share with my reader(s).   I have often struggled with the concept of comatose patients hooked up to everything to keep them alive, knowing that on their own they couldn't survive.  Even those patients that are conscious, but in a vegetable state unable to live on their own.  This morning I found a very timely nugget that I want to share with you.  The

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Today I have been feeling rather put off and discarded by the Church, no one really has been very thrilled that I study, write, and have so much desire to serve Her.  A few months ago my Knight said I needed to get a job now that we no longer homeschool our daughters and I am not making any money as a writer.  Well I found one last week out in the world not related to the Church, got hired this

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Once again, I am honored to be a book reviewer for The Catholic Company and am thrilled to present a review on “Linking Your Beads, The Rosary’s History, Mysteries, and Prayers,” by Patricia Ann Kasten. Sometimes I pick a book to review because I want to learn about the subject, other times I chose a more recreational topic since I read and write mostly serious stuff. This time I saw “Linking

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If I asked nicely, asked sweetly, could I change Your will? If I didn't know any different, was simply a fool, would that change Your will? Could You change your plan.....just a bit, to make a point and prove your presence? Would it make a difference, if you gave us a miracle, Your Will in our midst? Could it? If we looked up at you in the bluest of skies, with tears and much fear in our eyes

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Beatification of Pope John Paul II is coming up very soon and the Vatican has announced his feast day as October 22nd. _______________________________________________________ Students at JPII College put this together, I'm impressed!  Go to Youtube and "like" it!

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 Imelda Lambertini was born into a rich family, the only child of Captain General Egano Lambertini and his wife Donna Castora (her name is recorded as Castora Galuzzi in some resources). The family was devoutly Catholic and well loved by their community of Bologna, Italy. After Imelda was born, her mother had a dream and was convinced there was a message in it about her daughter. The dream was

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Catholic Sunday Snippets are ready for your convenience.  Read, post something, share your faith....it's nice to have a gathering spot each week. Thanks, RAnn!!

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Last night my knight and I found ourselves in the ER with our middle child.  It's Saturday night in a small college town, probably not the best time to be in the ER, but there we were.  Symptoms and decisions all based on gut feelings, should we or can we wait?  What will happen if we don't go now, what if we wait for more symptons or the resolve?  Well, by the look on our daughter's face, it was

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At dinner last night, my knight made a statement that as I watched him find the words cautiously, I knew it was going to be a doozy.  We were talking with our daughters about their religion classes and my knight was asking them what they were learning about now.  Then he said, "I think........hm.. that there are...... some....Catholics, well, that.....don't really believe that....that the host

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Sitting quietly during adoration after Holy Thursday Mass tonight, a lady moved to a closer pew next to Jesus' Tabernacle. Solemnly she gazed at the tabernacle adorned with fresh lilies, white bouquets of flowers, and candles. I've seen that expression before, it was at funerals where one of the closer relatives would stay near the coffin longer and seem more intimately moved with sorrow as to

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Thanks to my son who sold his iPhone to me at Christmas, (hey, nothing is free when raising kids especially as they get older) I have found a new past time; listening to podcasts...all Catholic ones, too.  I know that there are other great ones out there, but right now I am concentrating on Catholic information fruitful and helpful to me as a writer and blogger. Here are a few that are my

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Psalm 118(119) 97-104 Lord, how I love your law! I ponder it all day long. Your teachings have made me wise, far above my enemies: your law is mine for ever. I am wiser than all my teachers, because I ponder your teachings. I am wiser than the elders because I have followed your precepts. I have kept my feet away from evil paths to obey your commendments. I have not fallen away from your

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We are waiting for our next shipment of Mystic Monk coffee.  I don't know why I had not thought of advertising for them before. The coffees I ordered this time were: Breakfast blend, Cowboy blend (for my Texan knight), Midnight Vigils Blend (for both of us), and Mystic Monk Blend...for me! The monks are located in Wyoming and they live a life in silence, praying for the world, for the Church,

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Here we are again, Sunday and hosting the Sunday Snippets is RAnn over at "This that and the other thing"  Please take a moment to check it out. Blessings!

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Tonight my two daughters and I attended the last night of the parish mission.  To be honest, the priest made a big mistake in offending me last Sunday with 2 inappropriate jokes during the homily, which served as the introduction to his mission for the week.  Honestly, I don't think he meant to, but after asking several friends, it was obvious I wasn't the only one that felt a bit turned off at

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Thanks to RAnn, who hosts our Catholic Carnival each week, I miss the Catholic Carnivals...lots of work, but so fun to host once it's up.  ANYWAY, here's the link to our snippet.  Enjoy!

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