Reflections
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Peering into the fog
I wanted blue skies and sunshine to conclude the retreat, but instead was only able to see the trees up close and fog beyond. Maybe that's how God wants it - for me to direct my focus on that which is right before me and trust that God is silently 'making something new' in the fog beyond.
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What’s my mission?
With all the changes brought about by the pandemic, maybe it's time to revisit the question: What is my mission in life?
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Magnifying Virtues
Join Mary's song, and 'magnify' the Lord in your life.
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Practicing Presence
The watercolor beautifully illustrates ways to practice being present to another and being present to God.
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Silence that touches souls
"We need to find God, and he cannot be found in noise and restlessness. God is the friend of silence." Mother Teresa
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Are you the one?
Are you the one? A common question, but how to we go about finding an answer?
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Stepping into the Growth Zone
Maybe its time to stretch out that panic zone and find ways to move into the growth zone.
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Joy, a most contagious virtue
Just like a virus, joy is highly contagious. In like manner, masking and social distancing prevent its spread.
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Are you ready for… Rest?
Instead of "Are you ready for Christmas?" maybe the question during Advent might instead be, “Are you ready for the meek and humble of heart Jesus to enter your heart?”
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Mary’s Lessons on Fear…
The angel Gabriel said, “Do not be afraid.” Mary heeded this angelic command. Throughout the rest the Annunciation narrative, she models three good ways to deal with fear
