Tiny
Sometimes, I feel so tiny that I could just blow away into nothingness. Weakened by disease, sickened by some ailment or another, my body feels thin and brittle, like I … Continue Reading Tiny
TV and the Need for Mary
I may not come across as a “Where’s that in the Bible” kind of Christian, but, regarding our foundational beliefs, I am. This includes the way that the Church views … Continue Reading TV and the Need for Mary
Struggling with Marian Devotion
Maybe I could call this reflection, “Confessions of a Less-than-Catholic-Feeling-Catholic”. I know that I shouldn’t feel guilty, however. I simply have questions. The Virgin Mary herself had questions. Her first … Continue Reading Struggling with Marian Devotion
There’s Something about Mary
There sure are a lot of titles for Mary, the mother of Jesus — more than I can list, or even know and remember. Virgin Mary. Blessed Mother. Our Lady. … Continue Reading There’s Something about Mary
Mother’s Day
What did Omnipotent God first need in order to become a human being and bring about His divine plan of salvation? A mother. Let’s give thanks for and to all … Continue Reading Mother’s Day
Body and Soul
Flesh. What is flesh? Organic cells forming bones, muscles, organs, nerves, blood, skin. The flesh of animals, fur covered, which dwell in forests and fields. The flesh of fish, wet … Continue Reading Body and Soul
Mama
My mother is having surgery today. She needs to have a full tear in her rotator cuff repaired – a surgery that is not uncommon. But, I admit… I’m still … Continue Reading Mama
Art of My Heart: The Annunciation
Perhaps you, like I, have looked upon many artistic depictions of biblical scenes and have been left wanting. Jesus’s hair is way too long and pretty, everyone’s garments are far … Continue Reading Art of My Heart: The Annunciation
Something about Mary
There sure are a lot of titles for Mary, the mother of Jesus – more than I can list, or even know and remember. Virgin Mary. Blessed Mother. Our Lady. … Continue Reading Something about Mary
May
In the month of May, we honor motherhood — and the dead of war. All over the Earth, mothers watch their sons go off to war every day. The baby … Continue Reading May
Not Devoted to Mary – but No One Should Ignore Her
Some people accuse Catholics of worshiping Mary. Considering the language that some Catholics use regarding the mother of Jesus, I, as a Roman Catholic myself, can’t blame the accusers for … Continue Reading Not Devoted to Mary – but No One Should Ignore Her
– What SHE Said; The Scientist, The Servant, and The Mom
We did it! I was able to go to Mass for this First Friday, which is part of my Consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Physically, I didn’t think … Continue Reading – What SHE Said; The Scientist, The Servant, and The Mom
Christina Chase 