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Today, Let us all Join Together and Pray for Peace

Today, Let us all Join Together and Pray for Peace

PEACE… it is POSSIBLE!  Prayer multiplied and unified can create the shift that brings...
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Legacy and culture are in the beads of prayer....

Legacy and culture are in the beads of prayer....

As a fourth-generation Mexican-American, I grew up with love of my Catholic faith, the ...
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God Lives in Hospitality and Community

God Lives in Hospitality and Community

Over 7,000 miles traveled. Over 32 miles walked. I followed the signs to deepening my f...
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The Queenship of Mary

The Queenship of Mary

On the Queenship of Mary we are blessed to share the following excerpt from our Journal...
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The Most Incredible Blessing in a Marriage Ceremony… THE NUPTIAL BLESSINGS

The Most Incredible Blessing in a Marriage Ceremony… THE NUPTIAL BLESSINGS

Looking through these photos of my daughter’s wedding, I am struck with so much emotion...
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I Chose St. Anne

I Chose St. Anne

How does one raise a little girl who was to become a “woman of grace” and mother to Our...
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Being a Grandparent is a Treasured Gift

Being a Grandparent is a Treasured Gift

WORLD DAY OF GRANDPARENTS & THE ELDERLY "His mercy is from age to age" (Lk 1:50) P...
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Woman sharing a My Saint My Hero Blessing Bracelet with a Friend

What is a Blessing Bracelet

What is a Blessing Bracelet? A Blessing Bracelet is a wearable blessing, a tangible re...
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You're Going to be a Great Dad

You're Going to be a Great Dad

Happy Father's Day to all dads everywhere! You are appreciated and loved!  Becoming a f...
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Moms, If You are Going to Slack or be Complacent in Any Area of Life, Don't Let it be Motherhood

Moms, If You are Going to Slack or be Complacent in Any Area of Life, Don't Let it be Motherhood

Tonya Prewett collaborated along with her three daughters (Madison Prewett Troutt, Mal...
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Our Lady of Fatima

Our Lady of Fatima

In 2009 we had the incredible opportunity to host the traveling statue of Our Lady of Fatima in our home. It was a miracle and a grace! During its travels, nuns accompanied the statue. My friend was helping with the trip as the statue traveled from the Archdiocese of Los Angeles to the Archdiocese of San Francisco...
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Mother Mary’s Way of the Cross

Mother Mary’s Way of the Cross

Mary, the Mother of Jesus, is the first disciple of Jesus and was the first person to ...
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How to Live in Community following the Rule of St. Benedict

How to Live in Community following the Rule of St. Benedict

"For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of t...
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Following the Way of Jesus

Following the Way of Jesus

He summoned the crowd with his disciples and said to them, "If anyone wishes to come ...
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PAX Christie

PAX Christie

May we love thy neighbor as thyself. May we know the truth that all men are created eq...
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Adopt the lifestyle of Jesus for 40 days and see what happens!

Adopt the lifestyle of Jesus for 40 days and see what happens!

I feel like I have already journeyed through 40 days of Lent… wait...what? How could t...
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Why Every Catholic Home Needs a Blessing Candle

Why Every Catholic Home Needs a Blessing Candle

  Growing up with a Catholic Italian mom and grandparents, we had many traditions that ...
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I’ve Been Stalked by a Saint, in a Good Way

I’ve Been Stalked by a Saint, in a Good Way

I think we’ve all experienced this: a saint who’s persistent in leading us to Jesus. T...
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What St. Teresa of Avila Can Teach Us Today

What St. Teresa of Avila Can Teach Us Today

St. Teresa of Avila is one of my favorite saints. She has been here with me, inspiring ...
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Jesus, I Surrender Myself to You, Take Care of Everything

Jesus, I Surrender Myself to You, Take Care of Everything

Christmas is a season of preparation. As we all prepare our hearts for Christ, there ma...
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