so I gave up Soda for Lent and I think I'm going to stick with that decision

It's now the day after Easter and as stated, I dedicated myself to my parish, faith, family during this time of Lent. As wonderful as this was and really did give a great example to my youngest. He... more

It's now the day after Easter and as stated, I dedicated myself to my parish, faith, family during this time of Lent. As wonderful as this was and really did give a great example to my youngest. He, without any prodding chose not to eat meat even at school. I know it sounds small but before this he treated catechism as a punishment just as he felt about school in general. Now he's participating and actual proud of his faith. So as much as I miss my GetGlue bffs, I'm glad I took the path I did. So... I'm back! Lol.

I totally made it over a month now without eating fast food! YES! :)

"Lent is less about giving up and more about making space." From the article at - blog.onbeing.org/post/398560692/a-is-for-alleluia
Great read as we move out of the season.

Twin Churches of Bustillos - San Sebastian - St. Jude - San Miguel - Quiapo - Sta. Cruz. I survived the #VisitaIglesia

Collect of the Day: Maundy Thursday:
Almighty Father, whose dear Son, on the night before he suffered, instituted the Sacrament of his Body and Blood: Mercifully grant that we may receive it... more

Collect of the Day: Maundy Thursday:
Almighty Father, whose dear Son, on the night before he suffered, instituted the Sacrament of his Body and Blood: Mercifully grant that we may receive it thankfully in remembrance of Jesus Christ our Lord, who in these holy mysteries gives us a pledge of eternal life; and who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Looking forward to Palm Sunday & Holy Week

Welp! Took almost 4 weeks to break me.. Better luck next time lol

Changes are constant, but so are God’s guidance and love. Acts 22:2-11

We all matter. We're all stars in the sky (fish in the sea / sand in the desert / from dust... we shall return,) each of us has a different purpose, location, and a connection to each other.

Its Friday ... No meat!!!

"Plant, tend as you can, and leave the rest to God." 1 Corinthians 3:6 Day 35 of Lent and I am preparing mentally and spiritually for Palm Sunday and Holy Week. Help me, O Lord, to worship in a way... more

"Plant, tend as you can, and leave the rest to God." 1 Corinthians 3:6 Day 35 of Lent and I am preparing mentally and spiritually for Palm Sunday and Holy Week. Help me, O Lord, to worship in a way pleasing to you.

Come Easter Sunday...I will have my Barqs Rootbeer once again. Until then, nothing but water.

Day 35 devotions. Easter draws near and my spirituality quickens.

Forgiving - Letting go & Letting God

forgive my trespasses as I forgive others trespasses

Dear Lord, help us to receive the seeds of your word so that our faith will take root, thrive, and remain strong. Amen.

Forgive our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.

Loving God, grant us the sensitivity to recognize and act on opportunities to pray for others. Amen.

"If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us, but if we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."... more

"If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us, but if we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." - Book of Common Prayer

Still giving up & taking up?

Looking forward to walking meditation this morning, then Lenten service at church with my daughter, Heather, and lunch at the Ohio University Inn.

Oops! Just realized its Friday and I ate chicken.

This year's lent has been quite an eye opener for me. It has made me into a better Catholic I believe. More devoted, hoping I can use this opportunity to strengthen our bond with our parish.

nearly 3 weeks of lent complete and lost 1/2 a stone :)

Second Week - Reconciliation to others
Lord, Open my eyes to see your presence in others

pondering about forgiveness & rconcilliation

What are YOU doing for Lent? This pastor thinks that his congregation think that you need to: bit.ly/w7QcRu

I know I gave up alcohol for lent but lord knows I've never much of a good Catholic but at least I'm not eating meat on Friday e for effort lol. @ the religious nuts yeah yeah I know going to hell... more

I know I gave up alcohol for lent but lord knows I've never much of a good Catholic but at least I'm not eating meat on Friday e for effort lol. @ the religious nuts yeah yeah I know going to hell whatever save the rant

Have you heard the cry of the needy? How are you responding?