On Mother’s Day

On Mother’s Day

Father in heaven, grant me the grace to appreciate the dignity which you have conferred on me. Let me realize that not even the Angels have been blessed with such a privilege—to share in your creative miracle and bring new Saints to heaven. Make me a good mother to...

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Thank you Mom!

Thank you Mom!

Prayer to the Mother of the Lord for all mothersMary, on this day when we honor all mothers, we turn to you. We thank the Lord whom you serve for the great gift of motherhood. Never has it been known that anyone who sought your intercession was left unaided by grace....

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Thank you, Elizabeth!

Thank you, Elizabeth!

"Sometimes--often--when something seems wrong in someone else's world, that's the very thing that's troubling you, only you were so close to it you couldn't see. By the same token, if you know someone with a family similar to yours who has knack for running a...

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Another Great Post…

Another Great Post…

Don't miss reading Amy's Thoughts on Motherhood.I agree 100% with her when she says, "I know, without a doubt, that I have been blessed by blogging, especially by the great people on my blogroll and more. I have learned so much! I have become a better Catholic, I have...

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Good Morning!

Good Morning!

Is it morning ALREADY?!?!Yes, mornings are more often than not my least favorite time of the day. That said, I am really looking forward to reading all the discussion on this second chapter of Mitten Strings For God, titled Morning.Reading this chapter made me realize...

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Mothering Sunday

Mothering Sunday

Today is Laetare Sunday, the fourth Sunday during Lent, also known as Rose Sunday, and Mothering Sunday. As with other Sundays the name, Laetare, comes from the first words of the Introit, “Laetare Jeruselem” or "Rejoice O Jerusalem!" It is a day that we take a break...

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Prayer of Mothers

Father in heaven, grant me the grace to appreciate the dignity which you have conferred on me. Let me realize that not even the Angels have been blessed with such a privilege—to share in your creative miracle and bring new Saints to heaven. Make me a good mother to all my children after the example of Mary, the Mother of your Son. Through the intercession of Jesus and Mary I ask your continued blessings on my family. Let us all be dedicated to your service on earth and attain the eternal happiness of your kingdom in heaven. Amen.


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