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St. Theresa of Calcutta said that she was serving Jesus in the distressing disguise of the poor. Everyone she met was Jesus in disguise, and she loved them because Jesus loved them. When we give alms, we must ask ourselves, “Who are the poor God is bringing to me?”

1) The spiritually poor
Share your faith - offer prayers, encouragement, and spiritual conversation for those who do not know the depths of God’s love. Let His love shine through you.
2) The materially poor
Share your material goods – give money, airline miles, clothing, etc. You can give to a charitable organization or directly to someone you know who could use a little help.
3) The socially poor
Share your time - schedule a visit, coffee date, lunch, or walk with someone who has limited social contacts.
4) The emotionally poor
Share your peace – mourn with those who mourn, sit with someone in their sorrow, be present and calming with someone who is anxious, pray and believe for someone who just can’t right now.
5) The physically poor
Share your strength – hold the door for someone, volunteer at a nursing home, carry a package, help someone put their luggage in the overhead bin, get something from that high shelf if you’re tall!

Whatever way you give alms this Lenten season, give them with joy and gratitude. God has given each of us enough to share. I pray you find many opportunities to do so. #catholicspeaker #lent #almsgiving

St. Theresa of Calcutta said that she was serving Jesus in the distressing disguise of the poor. Everyone she met was Jesus in disguise, and she loved them because Jesus loved them. When we give alms, we must ask ourselves, “Who are the poor God is bringing to me?”

1) The spiritually poor
Share your faith - offer prayers, encouragement, and spiritual conversation for those who do not know the depths of God’s love. Let His love shine through you.
2) The materially poor
Share your material goods – give money, airline miles, clothing, etc. You can give to a charitable organization or directly to someone you know who could use a little help.
3) The socially poor
Share your time - schedule a visit, coffee date, lunch, or walk with someone who has limited social contacts.
4) The emotionally poor
Share your peace – mourn with those who mourn, sit with someone in their sorrow, be present and calming with someone who is anxious, pray and believe for someone who just can’t right now.
5) The physically poor
Share your strength – hold the door for someone, volunteer at a nursing home, carry a package, help someone put their luggage in the overhead bin, get something from that high shelf if you’re tall!

Whatever way you give alms this Lenten season, give them with joy and gratitude. God has given each of us enough to share. I pray you find many opportunities to do so. #catholicspeaker #lent #almsgiving

Part 2 (of many) of my testimony. A bit about my experience with postpartum depression and and how the Holy Spirit entered into that time and removed the veil that was covering my eyes and heart. #catholicspeaker #testimony #holyspirit #postpartumdepression

Part 2 (of many) of my testimony. A bit about my experience with postpartum depression and and how the Holy Spirit entered into that time and removed the veil that was covering my eyes and heart. #catholicspeaker #testimony #holyspirit #postpartumdepression

Five Ways to make your Lenten fasting more than a diet:

1) Pray
When I was fasting for Lent, I would eat a small meal of bread and water for two meals a day. Every time I was hungry, I took it as a signal to pray for those who are not sure where their next meal is coming from. Every time I ate, I received the food I had with grateful prayer, because my fasting showed me how much I was given on a daily basis, and even my small meal was enough for me. When we fast prayerfully, we will see that we are given what we need on a daily basis.

2) Turn your temptations into an offering
When you feel tempted to “cheat” on your commitment, offer your temptations for others who are struggling in some way. It could be someone who is having a hard time with their mental health, with their physical health, with their faith, with a relationship, or something else that the Lord puts on your heart. Then, when you are tempted, it’s an opportunity to give even more to God than your fasting.

3) Find forgiveness in your failures
I never eat bacon as much as I do on Fridays during Lent. And I never realize I have eaten bacon on Fridays during Lent until I show up at the Fish Fry at church and talk about my breakfast. (Which I also never talk about unless it is a Friday during Lent!) When our best is not the best, Jesus still loves us and is cheering for us as we try again. When we get it right, we can celebrate, knowing how hard it was to get there.

4) See the overflow
When we learn self-discipline in fasting, we grow in the ability to stand firm when life gets difficult. The more we do the hard things, the more we can do the hard things.

5) Embrace the space
When we give something up, it creates space for something else. Fill that space with something that brings you closer to God, preparing to receive the graces that flow from Jesus’ death and resurrection as we celebrate the Easter season. #catholicspeaker #lent

Five Ways to make your Lenten fasting more than a diet:

1) Pray
When I was fasting for Lent, I would eat a small meal of bread and water for two meals a day. Every time I was hungry, I took it as a signal to pray for those who are not sure where their next meal is coming from. Every time I ate, I received the food I had with grateful prayer, because my fasting showed me how much I was given on a daily basis, and even my small meal was enough for me. When we fast prayerfully, we will see that we are given what we need on a daily basis.

2) Turn your temptations into an offering
When you feel tempted to “cheat” on your commitment, offer your temptations for others who are struggling in some way. It could be someone who is having a hard time with their mental health, with their physical health, with their faith, with a relationship, or something else that the Lord puts on your heart. Then, when you are tempted, it’s an opportunity to give even more to God than your fasting.

3) Find forgiveness in your failures
I never eat bacon as much as I do on Fridays during Lent. And I never realize I have eaten bacon on Fridays during Lent until I show up at the Fish Fry at church and talk about my breakfast. (Which I also never talk about unless it is a Friday during Lent!) When our best is not the best, Jesus still loves us and is cheering for us as we try again. When we get it right, we can celebrate, knowing how hard it was to get there.

4) See the overflow
When we learn self-discipline in fasting, we grow in the ability to stand firm when life gets difficult. The more we do the hard things, the more we can do the hard things.

5) Embrace the space
When we give something up, it creates space for something else. Fill that space with something that brings you closer to God, preparing to receive the graces that flow from Jesus’ death and resurrection as we celebrate the Easter season. #catholicspeaker #lent

Do you want to commit to more or better prayer for Lent?

Try these 5 things:

1) Start with stillness - Give yourself time to step away from the world and into God’s presence

2) Ask the Holy Spirit to guide your prayer - He knows what we need more than we do. "In the same way, the Spirit too comes to the aid of our weakness, for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but the Spirit itself intercedes with inexpressible groanings. And the one who searches hearts knows what is the intention of the Spirit, because it intercedes for the holy ones according to God’s will. – Romans 8:26-27

3) Give thanks for something - No matter what you’re going through God is near, and gratitude will help you find Him. "Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Then the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus." – Philippians 4:6-7

4) Ask God to give you what you want, but only if it is what you need. - Give God permission, not instructions

5) Listen - Prayer is a conversation. Give God time to speak to your heart. It may not come right away, but the space you give in prayer resonates far beyond the time you spend. #Lent #prayer #HolySpirit #catholicspeaker

If you are logging off of social media for Lent, make sure to join my newsletter! I will be sending out a series of emails throughout Lent to offer reflections during this holy season.

Do you want to commit to more or better prayer for Lent?

Try these 5 things:

1) Start with stillness - Give yourself time to step away from the world and into God’s presence

2) Ask the Holy Spirit to guide your prayer - He knows what we need more than we do. "In the same way, the Spirit too comes to the aid of our weakness, for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but the Spirit itself intercedes with inexpressible groanings. And the one who searches hearts knows what is the intention of the Spirit, because it intercedes for the holy ones according to God’s will. – Romans 8:26-27

3) Give thanks for something - No matter what you’re going through God is near, and gratitude will help you find Him. "Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Then the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus." – Philippians 4:6-7

4) Ask God to give you what you want, but only if it is what you need. - Give God permission, not instructions

5) Listen - Prayer is a conversation. Give God time to speak to your heart. It may not come right away, but the space you give in prayer resonates far beyond the time you spend. #Lent #prayer #HolySpirit #catholicspeaker

If you are logging off of social media for Lent, make sure to join my newsletter! I will be sending out a series of emails throughout Lent to offer reflections during this holy season.

I want to share my testimony with you, but it's a little long. So, here is part one, from being born and raised Catholic to answering my (now) husband's questions about the Faith. #catholicspeaker #faithjourney #testimony

I want to share my testimony with you, but it's a little long. So, here is part one, from being born and raised Catholic to answering my (now) husband's questions about the Faith. #catholicspeaker #faithjourney #testimony

Peter denies Jesus 3 times...is that okay? Is it okay for our faith to falter at times? #catholicspeaker

Peter denies Jesus 3 times...is that okay? Is it okay for our faith to falter at times? #catholicspeaker

I am still floating from the joys and blessings in our women’s retreat this weekend. Jenna Scott who spoke deeply to the need to find rest in the middle of the busy, and Mary Coleman showed us that we could come to prayer with our vacancy and find the most incredible fullness in Christ. And three of my girls got to come!

When we started this annual retreat, I wanted it to help women to connect with God and with each other. I am so blessed to be able to see how that mission is playing out and touching the lives of so many. If you missed it, don’t worry. We’ll be back next year!

Thank you to everyone who helped to put this on and make it a success – the Women’s Retreat Committee, our volunteers (including Mike’s Menions!), and the staff at St. John Neumann. We couldn’t do this without all of you! @thebetterpartpod @sjnaustin @maryc3456_ #catholicspeaker

I am still floating from the joys and blessings in our women’s retreat this weekend. Jenna Scott who spoke deeply to the need to find rest in the middle of the busy, and Mary Coleman showed us that we could come to prayer with our vacancy and find the most incredible fullness in Christ. And three of my girls got to come!

When we started this annual retreat, I wanted it to help women to connect with God and with each other. I am so blessed to be able to see how that mission is playing out and touching the lives of so many. If you missed it, don’t worry. We’ll be back next year!

Thank you to everyone who helped to put this on and make it a success – the Women’s Retreat Committee, our volunteers (including Mike’s Menions!), and the staff at St. John Neumann. We couldn’t do this without all of you! @thebetterpartpod @sjnaustin @maryc3456_ #catholicspeaker

Jesus was honest with the Father in the Garden of Gethsemane. You can be honest with Him in prayer too. #prayer #honesty #catholicspeaker

Jesus was honest with the Father in the Garden of Gethsemane. You can be honest with Him in prayer too. #prayer #honesty #catholicspeaker

There are a few reasons why I am not in the Bible and this is one of them. Would you have stepped out of the boat? #catholicspeaker #womensconference

There are a few reasons why I am not in the Bible and this is one of them. Would you have stepped out of the boat? #catholicspeaker #womensconference

A lot of heavy things have happened recently, and if it’s weighing on your heart, talk to God about it, He may be calling you to do something. #catholicspeaker #prayer #currentevents

A lot of heavy things have happened recently, and if it’s weighing on your heart, talk to God about it, He may be calling you to do something. #catholicspeaker #prayer #currentevents

There were so many power quotes at SEEK, and here are just a few of the highlights. I will be sending out a newsletter in the next few days with links to some of my favorite talks from the conference. Sign up link in my Linktree! #catholicspeaker

There were so many power quotes at SEEK, and here are just a few of the highlights. I will be sending out a newsletter in the next few days with links to some of my favorite talks from the conference. Sign up link in my Linktree! #catholicspeaker

My story is coming soon…#catholicspeaker

My story is coming soon…#catholicspeaker

Lent is about a month away, here is a sneak peek at my Walking Through Holy Week video series that accompanies my WTHW book. Learn more: tinyurl.com/wthw2026 #catholicspeaker #lent #holyweek #prayer

Lent is about a month away, here is a sneak peek at my Walking Through Holy Week video series that accompanies my WTHW book. Learn more: tinyurl.com/wthw2026 #catholicspeaker #lent #holyweek #prayer

I am still soaking up the wisdom and Spirit that was present at SEEK. I had the pleasure of meeting attending Sr. Mary Grace’s talk and the grabbing a picture with her too! @focuscatholic @sistersoflifefriends

I am still soaking up the wisdom and Spirit that was present at SEEK. I had the pleasure of meeting attending Sr. Mary Grace’s talk and the grabbing a picture with her too! @focuscatholic @sistersoflifefriends

I have a couple of thoughts from SEEK I want to share with you, I pray they bring you hope. @focuscatholic #catholicspeaker

I have a couple of thoughts from SEEK I want to share with you, I pray they bring you hope. @focuscatholic #catholicspeaker

So many people are entering the Church and they need you! I have so many more thoughts to come, what a beautiful experience at SEEK! @focuscatholic @lisaanncotter

So many people are entering the Church and they need you! I have so many more thoughts to come, what a beautiful experience at SEEK! @focuscatholic @lisaanncotter

I was praying with scripture today and these versus really hit me. #catholicspeaker

I was praying with scripture today and these versus really hit me. #catholicspeaker

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas, Our Savior is born!

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas, Our Savior is born!

Starting this Christmas week with a rosary and communion service with Grandma.

She has prayed the rosary every day for most of her life. She started after she converted to Catholicism, and when I asked her how she had picked this up as such a strong devotion, she said that if she was going to be Catholic, she wanted to take advantage of what the faith had to offer. Now, at 102, she is still finding grace and joy as she prays it.

What a great way to start the day

Blessed Mother, pray for us ❤️🙏❤️ #catholicspeaker

Starting this Christmas week with a rosary and communion service with Grandma.

She has prayed the rosary every day for most of her life. She started after she converted to Catholicism, and when I asked her how she had picked this up as such a strong devotion, she said that if she was going to be Catholic, she wanted to take advantage of what the faith had to offer. Now, at 102, she is still finding grace and joy as she prays it.

What a great way to start the day

Blessed Mother, pray for us ❤️🙏❤️ #catholicspeaker

I had the opportunity to go to the Advent penance service at my parish’s this week and I have some thoughts to share with you. #catholicspeaker

I had the opportunity to go to the Advent penance service at my parish’s this week and I have some thoughts to share with you. #catholicspeaker

“It is what it is.” Someone quoted me back to myself, and it was the message I needed to embrace once again! I hope this speaks to you today. #catholicspeaker

“It is what it is.” Someone quoted me back to myself, and it was the message I needed to embrace once again! I hope this speaks to you today. #catholicspeaker

Morning Mass went a little long today, but what a gift we have in the Faith! #catholicspeaker #catholic

Morning Mass went a little long today, but what a gift we have in the Faith! #catholicspeaker #catholic

I love learning about other traditions, especially when it comes to welcoming new members into the family. I was honored to be a part of a dance with the groom’s mother and her friends, and loved how we were dancing specifically for the couple to express our joy and excitement about their marriage. The joy and beauty of the moment spilled out into every part of the events of the weekend. Congratulations to the happy couple! #catholicspeaker

I love learning about other traditions, especially when it comes to welcoming new members into the family. I was honored to be a part of a dance with the groom’s mother and her friends, and loved how we were dancing specifically for the couple to express our joy and excitement about their marriage. The joy and beauty of the moment spilled out into every part of the events of the weekend. Congratulations to the happy couple! #catholicspeaker

The most beautiful sunsets are only possible when there are clouds.

I’ve never seen an eastern sunset before, but this rainstorm in the east gave us an amazing sunset, spectacularly reflecting the light from the sun as it set on the other side of the horizon. It made me think about how we see the sun’s beauty the most when it is breaking through or reflecting off of the clouds.

Our Thanksgiving was a bit like this – beautiful moments, stormy times, lots of blessings and grace, and through it all we were so grateful for every moment we were given.

I pray that you were able to find beauty in whatever God gave you this year and that His light shines brilliantly in your life as we enter this Advent season.
#catholicspeaker

The most beautiful sunsets are only possible when there are clouds.

I’ve never seen an eastern sunset before, but this rainstorm in the east gave us an amazing sunset, spectacularly reflecting the light from the sun as it set on the other side of the horizon. It made me think about how we see the sun’s beauty the most when it is breaking through or reflecting off of the clouds.

Our Thanksgiving was a bit like this – beautiful moments, stormy times, lots of blessings and grace, and through it all we were so grateful for every moment we were given.

I pray that you were able to find beauty in whatever God gave you this year and that His light shines brilliantly in your life as we enter this Advent season.
#catholicspeaker

So many things to be grateful for this year - beautiful camping weather, time gathered around the kitchen and the campfire, and Thanksgiving dinner with the family, including Grandma who was not doing so well a few days before. Lots of quality time and answered prayers. More thoughts to come from great time with family. #catholicspeaker

So many things to be grateful for this year - beautiful camping weather, time gathered around the kitchen and the campfire, and Thanksgiving dinner with the family, including Grandma who was not doing so well a few days before. Lots of quality time and answered prayers. More thoughts to come from great time with family. #catholicspeaker

Have you ever had an intention that felt too big to pray for? Me too. #prayer #catholicspeaker

Have you ever had an intention that felt too big to pray for? Me too. #prayer #catholicspeaker

A quick follow up on forgiveness and reconciliation to address an important question…doesn’t God want us to reconcile? #catholicspeaker #forgivness

A quick follow up on forgiveness and reconciliation to address an important question…doesn’t God want us to reconcile? #catholicspeaker #forgivness

This past weekend I went on a retreat with my CHRP sisters. Turns out - it was a silent retreat. The majority of us didn’t know that was coming, and some of us did better than others 😊 #catholicspeaker

This past weekend I went on a retreat with my CHRP sisters. Turns out - it was a silent retreat. The majority of us didn’t know that was coming, and some of us did better than others 😊 #catholicspeaker

An important question! There is a difference between forgiveness and reconciliation, let’s dive into this. #catholicspeaker #forgiveness

An important question! There is a difference between forgiveness and reconciliation, let’s dive into this. #catholicspeaker #forgiveness

Texas Monthly Top 50 BBQ festival is in the bag! We were part of the volunteer crew, which was so much fun, and then got to eat as much bbq as we could handle - it was all delicious. Highlight of the day - we met Ms Tootsie from Snows BBQ. She’s over 90 years old and is the woman behind the meats. She’s Netflix famous and the ribs we got were sooooooo good! #bbq #top50bbq #catholicspeaker

Texas Monthly Top 50 BBQ festival is in the bag! We were part of the volunteer crew, which was so much fun, and then got to eat as much bbq as we could handle - it was all delicious. Highlight of the day - we met Ms Tootsie from Snows BBQ. She’s over 90 years old and is the woman behind the meats. She’s Netflix famous and the ribs we got were sooooooo good! #bbq #top50bbq #catholicspeaker

SAVE THE DATE! The @sjnaustin Women's Retreat will be held on Saturday, February 7th and registration opens next week on November 3rd. I will be the emcee for the day, Jenna Scott will be the keynote speaker, and Mary Coleman will be the adoration speaker.

Follow the link to learn more and be ready to register: www.sjnaustin.org/womens-retreat

@thebetterpartpod
@maryc3456_

SAVE THE DATE! The @sjnaustin Women's Retreat will be held on Saturday, February 7th and registration opens next week on November 3rd. I will be the emcee for the day, Jenna Scott will be the keynote speaker, and Mary Coleman will be the adoration speaker.

Follow the link to learn more and be ready to register: www.sjnaustin.org/womens-retreat

@thebetterpartpod
@maryc3456_

Did you receive my newsletter last week? If you didn't sign up in time and would like the full reflection on doubt, send me a DM and I will send it your way!

Did you receive my newsletter last week? If you didn't sign up in time and would like the full reflection on doubt, send me a DM and I will send it your way!

I have so much more to say on the topic of doubt, so don't forget to sign up for my newsletter that goes out in a few days, the full reflection will be sent straight to your inbox! Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/calmstormform

But for now, here are a few thoughts on these three common misconceptions about doubt.

1) If you need to see, feel, or understand anything, you don’t really have faith.
We can’t have faith in something we don’t understand. Seeing or feeling God’s presence in our hearts, minds, and lives allows us to know who we are putting our faith in.

2) Any doubts indicate a failure to believe and are proof of a lack of faith
When Thomas doubted, he was brutally honest about it. He didn’t believe the apostles’ stories that Jesus was alive again – they were still locked away, fearing for their lives. Nothing indicated that anything had changed. Of course he doubted them. Who wouldn’t? His doubts opened the door for Jesus to enter in the most powerful way.

3) Questions are to be avoided and suppressed at all costs
This is one assumption that really bothers me whenever I see it in faith formation classes or religious discussions. All questions are fair game, and there are no stupid questions if they come from a place of honest curiosity or struggle.

I have so much more to say on the topic of doubt, so don't forget to sign up for my newsletter that goes out in a few days, the full reflection will be sent straight to your inbox! Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/calmstormform

But for now, here are a few thoughts on these three common misconceptions about doubt.

1) If you need to see, feel, or understand anything, you don’t really have faith.
We can’t have faith in something we don’t understand. Seeing or feeling God’s presence in our hearts, minds, and lives allows us to know who we are putting our faith in.

2) Any doubts indicate a failure to believe and are proof of a lack of faith
When Thomas doubted, he was brutally honest about it. He didn’t believe the apostles’ stories that Jesus was alive again – they were still locked away, fearing for their lives. Nothing indicated that anything had changed. Of course he doubted them. Who wouldn’t? His doubts opened the door for Jesus to enter in the most powerful way.

3) Questions are to be avoided and suppressed at all costs
This is one assumption that really bothers me whenever I see it in faith formation classes or religious discussions. All questions are fair game, and there are no stupid questions if they come from a place of honest curiosity or struggle.

If you’ve ever wondered about doubting God, you’re in the right place. I’m sending out a full reflection in my newsletter going out on October 14th. Link in my bio to sign up!

If you’ve ever wondered about doubting God, you’re in the right place. I’m sending out a full reflection in my newsletter going out on October 14th. Link in my bio to sign up!

Are you struggling with something? Let’s look at Hebrews 12 together for some encouragement. #prayer #bible

Are you struggling with something? Let’s look at Hebrews 12 together for some encouragement. #prayer #bible

Acceptance doesn’t necessarily mean agreement, but it can help you determine what God is asking you to do next.

The train story really happened - we missed our train because we accidentally got on the wrong one! The extra day in Salzburg was a real treat once we accepted our situation and figured out what our next travel options were.

God bless!

Acceptance doesn’t necessarily mean agreement, but it can help you determine what God is asking you to do next.

The train story really happened - we missed our train because we accidentally got on the wrong one! The extra day in Salzburg was a real treat once we accepted our situation and figured out what our next travel options were.

God bless!

Photo dump! Grand Canyon for the family trip, part 2. Y’all – this place is amazing! We went out at 4am and saw several shooting stars. I can’t imagine what it would be like here during a meteor shower. The hike into the canyon was incredible – there is so much beauty in God’s creation

The guys kept showing up with matching outfits. They say it was unplanned…

Photo dump! Grand Canyon for the family trip, part 2. Y’all – this place is amazing! We went out at 4am and saw several shooting stars. I can’t imagine what it would be like here during a meteor shower. The hike into the canyon was incredible – there is so much beauty in God’s creation

The guys kept showing up with matching outfits. They say it was unplanned…

I have been wrestling with the events of the last few weeks, and I imagine you have been, too. I have a few thoughts that I want to share with you, and hope that they bring you hope and peace in this time of sorrow and fear.

I have been wrestling with the events of the last few weeks, and I imagine you have been, too. I have a few thoughts that I want to share with you, and hope that they bring you hope and peace in this time of sorrow and fear.

First photo dump from Family trip to Saguaro National Park. I love the variation of the cacti - tall sentinel, arms akimbo wildness, Avengers character, and Larry Boy (Veggie Tales anyone??)

Stay tuned for more pictures from our time at the Grand Canyon!

First photo dump from Family trip to Saguaro National Park. I love the variation of the cacti - tall sentinel, arms akimbo wildness, Avengers character, and Larry Boy (Veggie Tales anyone??)

Stay tuned for more pictures from our time at the Grand Canyon!

Have you ever wondered why God allows suffering? I have a few thoughts about it, swipe through to read. #suffering #god #catholicspeaker #spiritualdirection

Have you ever wondered why God allows suffering? I have a few thoughts about it, swipe through to read. #suffering #god #catholicspeaker #spiritualdirection

More pictures from our trip to San Francisco! Some photos from our trip so far - St Mary’s Cathedral in San Francisco. It’s a striking combo of minimalist architecture and La Sagrada familia. It was really beautiful in a massive sort of way. We also found St Dominic’s - another beautiful church here! And the wonky, wacky building is just a fun one we saw as we walked around the city.

More pictures from our trip to San Francisco! Some photos from our trip so far - St Mary’s Cathedral in San Francisco. It’s a striking combo of minimalist architecture and La Sagrada familia. It was really beautiful in a massive sort of way. We also found St Dominic’s - another beautiful church here! And the wonky, wacky building is just a fun one we saw as we walked around the city.

Join me in praying for those affected by the shooting at Annunciation today.

Join me in praying for those affected by the shooting at Annunciation today.

We are visiting friends in San Francisco and finally got a picture with some of the Golden Gate Bridge. We visit our friends here on a fairly regular basis, but the bridge is usually hidden until the day we leave.

We are visiting friends in San Francisco and finally got a picture with some of the Golden Gate Bridge. We visit our friends here on a fairly regular basis, but the bridge is usually hidden until the day we leave.

What question are you asking of God right now? #prayer #jesus #catholicspeaker

What question are you asking of God right now? #prayer #jesus #catholicspeaker

I may have recorded this MONTHS ago when Bl. Carlo Acutis’ canonization was supposed to happen, but I saved it for now (that is also why my hair looks much longer). I’m so excited for September 7, when he will finally be Saint Carlo Acutis.

I may have recorded this MONTHS ago when Bl. Carlo Acutis’ canonization was supposed to happen, but I saved it for now (that is also why my hair looks much longer). I’m so excited for September 7, when he will finally be Saint Carlo Acutis.

Maybe you need to hear this today. God is not waiting to give you what you need. You have it already - in Him. Turn to God, let Him shepherd you. There is nothing that you lack.

God Bless ❤️

Maybe you need to hear this today. God is not waiting to give you what you need. You have it already - in Him. Turn to God, let Him shepherd you. There is nothing that you lack.

God Bless ❤️

Hello again! A little more about me for those of you who are new here (and some of you who have been around a while!) I’m so glad you’re here 💕

I am pretty low maintenance except for two things – tea and salt (bet you never saw that coming, did you?)

London Fogs are my drink, and my favorite is the cardamom-rose London Fog at my local coffee shop – love you Trianon Coffee! One of the hardest things about traveling is missing my tea, so I bring my home supplies with me – Earl Grey loose leaf, cardamom pods, rose petals, and a frother for my milk. A London Fog is my go-to at least once a day. I’ve recently added Irish Breakfast with a splash of vanilla in the tea and the froth. Y’all, it’s a game changer!

I love salt. I mean, really love it – friends and family members bring me salts from around the world as souvenirs, and I get so excited. (Yes, they are all different, and yes, I can tell!) My husband recently gave me pink Himalayan salt rocks and a salt grater for my birthday, and it was my favorite gift this year. They are soooo cool!

Sharing God’s graces with you is a gift that gives back to me at least one hundred-fold. Thank you for joining me on the journey. May God bless us all as we find our way home together.

Hello again! A little more about me for those of you who are new here (and some of you who have been around a while!) I’m so glad you’re here 💕

I am pretty low maintenance except for two things – tea and salt (bet you never saw that coming, did you?)

London Fogs are my drink, and my favorite is the cardamom-rose London Fog at my local coffee shop – love you Trianon Coffee! One of the hardest things about traveling is missing my tea, so I bring my home supplies with me – Earl Grey loose leaf, cardamom pods, rose petals, and a frother for my milk. A London Fog is my go-to at least once a day. I’ve recently added Irish Breakfast with a splash of vanilla in the tea and the froth. Y’all, it’s a game changer!

I love salt. I mean, really love it – friends and family members bring me salts from around the world as souvenirs, and I get so excited. (Yes, they are all different, and yes, I can tell!) My husband recently gave me pink Himalayan salt rocks and a salt grater for my birthday, and it was my favorite gift this year. They are soooo cool!

Sharing God’s graces with you is a gift that gives back to me at least one hundred-fold. Thank you for joining me on the journey. May God bless us all as we find our way home together.

Forgiveness has been a BIG topic in my life for a while, and I have noticed that I’m not the only one wrestling with it. Several people in my spiritual direction practice are trying hard to forgive; my children and their friends are dealing with it; talks about forgiveness at the SEEK conference I attended last January were filled to overflowing with people longing to find a way to forgive.

It’s hard sometimes.

We are called to forgive as we are forgiven, but there are times when answering that call can be complicated – so let’s talk about it.

What do you want to know? What are your questions? What are your struggles?

Post them in the comments and let’s work through this together. #forgiveness

Forgiveness has been a BIG topic in my life for a while, and I have noticed that I’m not the only one wrestling with it. Several people in my spiritual direction practice are trying hard to forgive; my children and their friends are dealing with it; talks about forgiveness at the SEEK conference I attended last January were filled to overflowing with people longing to find a way to forgive.

It’s hard sometimes.

We are called to forgive as we are forgiven, but there are times when answering that call can be complicated – so let’s talk about it.

What do you want to know? What are your questions? What are your struggles?

Post them in the comments and let’s work through this together. #forgiveness

My newsletter subscribers got an entire reflection about spiritual dryness, did you miss out? It’s not too late! Sign up for my newsletter and comment “Newsletter” and it will be sent to your DMs! #prayer #jesus #reflection

My newsletter subscribers got an entire reflection about spiritual dryness, did you miss out? It’s not too late! Sign up for my newsletter and comment “Newsletter” and it will be sent to your DMs! #prayer #jesus #reflection

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