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May Crowning CHILDREN'S ROSARY - May 13, 2013 The Children's Rosary at St. Thomas the Apostle Church in West Hartford, CT USA had a May Crowning of Mary yesterday. The children gathered in the back of our chapel and processed down the aisle singing Immaculate Mary. Some of the children had made Mother's Day card's for Mary as it was also Mother's Day in the United States and they placed then at her feet. The smallest child of our group little Caleb finished the procession and crowned ...http://childrensrosary.blogspot.com/2013/05/may-crowning.html
A Day of Remembrance CREO EN DIOS! - May 13, 2013 ... delivered to the children. For me the primary association is Father Don Shane. My parish in Port Washington, New York, where we lived before moving to Minneapolis this past summer was Our Lady of Fatima, a small parish with a wonderful faith community. After the removal of our old pastor (and a short stint by another temporary administrator), Don Shane, a retired priest who was a regular presider at masses in the parish (and brother to our organist/director of ...http://susanjoan.wordpress.com/2013/05/13/a-day-of-fond-remembrance/
The Resurrectionist LUX MUNDI - May 12, 2013 ... I quickly became aware that when I was around him I was standing in the presence of holiness of a rare and beautiful degree. Bud Ober is not the point of this post today, which is about another man, but I mention him here because I owe him something. Several things, actually-- his prayers, his kindness-- but one day he did two things for me changed my life forever. At that time I hung out at St. Martin's, soaking up what I could, though I could not yet receive the Sacraments. ...http://luxmundi3.blogspot.com/2013/05/the-resurrectionist.html
Friends of Different Faiths CATHOLICMOM.COM - May 7, 2013 ... humor of the nuns at my school, the beauty of events like May Crownings, the fun of parish activities. But her religious background added a welcome something to my own: a complementary perspective, a slightly different way of seeing the same things. And it gave me a conviction that has only strengthened now that I'm a mom: a belief in the value of making friends outside of one's own religion. These days, as an adult who has been on her own journey out of and then back into Catholicism, I've ...http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Catholicmomcom/~3/8hCxncxVFAI/
See the World! THE WILD REED - May 6, 2013 ... the Tree of Life joyfully carrying the small ball of Earth surrounded by Stars. The Woods, the Prairie, the Sky, and the River join in the celebration. Your Community Band brings its essential joy to the parade . . . Scene 2: When You Put Fire to the World and When You Poison It . . . The labors of our time are pictured vividly. We see our continued complicity in war and violence on our streets; our overuse of fossil fuels with the result of global warming and environmental havoc. Scene 3: . . ...http://thewildreed.blogspot.com/2013/05/see-world.html
Month of Mary, Mothers, Communion and Confirmations P R WOMAN FOR CHRIST - May 3, 2013 ... Trinity in Gainesville, Virginia. It is a vibrant parish. It is definitely growing just by seeing the numbers of infants and small children. I remain impressed by the fervor of the parishioners and priests at all the Masses. Religious doomsday sayers would cheer up if they peered into the church and saw the parking lot full for the 7:00 AM Mass and for all the Masses after that! I want to share more on my blog about Holy Trinity parish at a later date. As I write I see that ...http://prwomanforchrist.blogspot.com/2013/05/month-of-mary-mothers-communion-and.html
Love in Joy and Sorrow: A Day in the Life of a Priest and a Young Couple BONFIRE OF THE VANITIES - May 3, 2013 ... cassock, a stole, and the holy water bucket (I couldn't find my little plastic bottle). Now, I'll stop here to explain something for those wondering about this: why would I wear a cassock? Why bring the "get up"? I know many of my fellow priests would simply go in their black suit--and I won't fault them. But here's my thought: this is a time I wanted to give this family my best. This would be the only funeral for "Jacob" (names will all be changed). This was what I could do to say this was ...http://frmartinfox.blogspot.com/2013/05/love-in-joy-and-sorrow-day-in-life-of.html
Devotion for Today: Mary, to Thee Do We Cry GRACE4U - May 2, 2013 On the third day there was a wedding in Cana in Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there... When the wine ran short Mary said to Him, "They have no wine." Jesus said to her, "Woman, how does your concern affect me? My hour has not yet come." His mother told the servers, "Do whatever He tells you.' Nearby stood six stone water jars, the kind used by the Jews for ceremonial washing, each holding from twenty to thirty gallons. Jesus said to the servants, "Fill the jars ...http://sandy-grace4u.blogspot.com/2013/05/devotion-for-today-mary-to-thee-do-we.html
Using Your Mustard Seed for Good CATHOLICMOM.COM - April 26, 2013 ... book It is Well: Life in the Storm , will be available in early May. Head over to www.itiswellbook.com and prepare to be inspired and pre-order a copy! God and His amazing timing are a wonder to behold. Last Wednesday I learned that Chris (a guy I had never heard of) was coming to the area to speak. It caught my attention because the person who arranged it is a woman of great faith and I took her invitation to heart. I asked Dave and Shannon to clear the afternoon and go with me not thinking ...http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Catholicmomcom/~3/rcbdwUf_I3c/
Death of Connor Eberhard, 1994 - 2013 ASSOCIATION OF CATHOLIC WOMEN BLOGGERS - April 24, 2013 ... goodbye to our dear beloved son, Connor James Eberhard this evening. We love you Son, and are so proud of you and the inspiring life that you lived . . . you're playing with the Angels again, Connor, just like you did when you were little. Always and forever in our hearts. Love, Mom and Dad. Thank you everyone for your support and prayers. Visitation and funeral will be announced tomorrow afternoon. Love, Martin and Cathy . Connor with his Dad The Roman Missal Various ...http://associationofcatholicwomenbloggers.blogspot.com/2013/04/death-of-connor-eberhard-1994-2013.html
Not So Fast… CATHOLICMOM.COM - April 23, 2013 My nephew is in Afghanistan. Although I have always remembered our troops in my prayers, I have never had anyone to pray for by name before. And now, when I listen to the headlines of the Today Show as I eat my cereal every morning, I find that I am holding my breath every time there is a mention of Afghanistan. I don't have to worry about my children (too much) yet as I know where they are all day/every day, but I am eager for the day that my nephew comes ...http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Catholicmomcom/~3/PTFr-jN7hAI/
You Ought to Know: Prayer Postures, Gestures and the Mass FAITHBOOK NZ - April 22, 2013 ... through actions and words" (CCC 1153) When we are in Mass we are in the house of God and in His presence. When we stand in the presence of God we are expressing reverence and respect. In the same sort of way that we used to have to stand in school when the teacher entered and when we 'all rise' in a courtroom. Standing also expresses attentiveness and preparedness which is appropriate in the reading of the Gospel and when we say the Creed. When we are standing and praying with our hands held ...http://faithbook.co.nz/2013/04/23/you-ought-to-know-prayer-postures-gestures-and-the-mass/
Book Review: Catholic Mom's Café: 5-Minute Retreats for Every Day of the Year CATHOLIC FIRE - April 21, 2013 ... were almost general enough to apply to most women—even those without husbands and children. In summary, Catholic Mom's Café: 5-Minute Retreats for Every Day of the Year offers busy mothers a quick and simple method of meditation and prayer to help them grow spiritually, while remaining attentive to their families. These prudent and pithy meditations are ideal for helping busy women rejuvenate their prayer life. I am looking forward to contemplating each of these ...http://catholicfire.blogspot.com/2013/04/book-review-catholic-moms-cafe-5-minute.html
Prayers Needed CHILDREN'S ROSARY - April 19, 2013 Last fall efforts began to have our little Children's Rosary book published. After a very short search which involved visiting the website of one very large Catholic publisher, Divine Providence seemed to lead right to a small family run Catholic Publisher named Neumann Press. A call to the publisher brought a friendly hello. When I asked if I could speak to someone about having a book published I was surprised to find that the man welcomed this inquiry ...http://childrensrosary.blogspot.com/2013/04/prayers-needed.html
Another Chapter Comes to a Close SPIRITUAL WOMAN - April 12, 2013 ... After school, it was a rush of packing and taking her around so that she could say goodbye to her family members who live near here. She left at nine this morning. As she drove away, the boys and I cried. While she was never truly part of our family, she was part of our lives, and there is a definite sense of loss. My two-year old doesn't understand. My four-year old is acting out - angry and sad, but not having any other way to express it. He's had too much upheaval in his ...http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/SPBgN/~3/WBSaMuMUj3Q/another-chapter-comes-to-close.html
The Catholics Next Door Move to Colorado THE CATHOLICS NEXT DOOR - April 10, 2013 ... from 10AM-1PM EST, which worked great for us as our kids were normally in school at that time. But in July 2011, our show was switched to 1-4PM EST, and it created considerable difficulty for our family. Jennifer would have to leave the show in the middle of the program, rush to get the kids from school, bring them home, tell them to be quiet, then rush back to the studio to finish the program. In January 2012 we started asking about the possibility of our original time slot. In March we got a ...http://thecatholicsnextdoor.newevangelizers.com/2013/04/10/the-catholics-next-door-move-to-colorado/
Divine Mercy Sunday ROSARY MOM - April 8, 2013 ... us of his Divine Mercy. Source We made our Divine Mercy image found at Catholic Icing . Lacy offers a free printable of Jesus with the radiant rays to color and attach onto a toilet paper tube. I didn't get a picture of the ones we made in class so I'm borrowing one of Lacy's. Thank you Lacy! Catholic Icing Through Lacy's blog, I learned of the Divine Mercy Chaplet craft that she offers for free at Making Music Praying Twice . On cardstock, I downloaded her pattern with ...http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RosaryMom/~3/L2AmiqcNpA4/divine-mercy-sunday.html
Becoming a Catholic Mom CATHOLICMOM.COM - April 8, 2013 ... that while it is true that I am a mother, I am still very much becoming one. At first, when it was all so new and the hormones hadn't yet made their grand entrance, I found myself feeling guilty when I'd actually forget that I was pregnant. I went through my days those first few weeks like normal, and then all of the sudden, some thought would snap me back into reality, that there is a person with an eternal soul growing inside of me, depending on me. Then, when the pregnancy hormones came on ...http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Catholicmomcom/~3/SrEKZtPW0iE/
7 Quick Takes Friday (Vol. 96) PRINTS OF GRACE - April 5, 2013 ... Mercy, check out this website and/or this personal reflection on the devotion and associated prayers . -2- Quality Time I h ad a nice treat around lunchtime on Tuesday when I went over to drop off a burrito bowl from Chipotle for my sister, I got to catch up with her a bit while holding my twelve lbs. one month old nephew, Ezra, who snuggled up in my arms and slept soundly for most of the time. Thanks for reminders of the many miracles in our lives, Lord! -3- All Fired Up A ...http://printsofgrace.blogspot.com/2013/04/7-quick-takes-friday-vol-96.html
7 Quick Takes on Friday HER LITTLE WAYS - April 5, 2013 ... asked for prayers for a young woman who was considering terminating her pregnancy. Thousands of people "liked" his post and hundreds of us left positive and affirming comments. This evening he updated his page with a personal message from the young woman... "I want to thank everyone so much for all of the love, support, and prayers. It took hours, but I read every single message. It truly means so much to me. I realized that abortion is something that I cannot ...http://kueterfamilyblog.blogspot.com/2013/04/7-quick-takes-on-friday.html
