St. John faints away at the words of Christ announcing his coming betrayal. The space in DaVinci’s painting helps me consider the ways I am separated from Christ.
I see my story in the space DaVinci puts between Jesus and St. John. Read Post »
The Bible teaches us to praise God – not because God needs our praise, but because we need to offer it.
Day 2: Praise My Name Read Post »
We love Christmas because we love Jesus!
Day 1: I Have Sent Jesus To Save Thee Read Post »
A revised version of the “Twelve Days of Christmas” carol guides a new devotional for the season.
(Almost) The 12 Days of Christmas! Read Post »
Perhaps you know a person who can out-argue any potentially successful advice. Kaia could teach a class on how to shoot down suggestions of any plausibility level. I often want to roll my eyes and say “Ok, whatever, you’ve got it all figured out. Let me know how it goes next time.” This time, before I spoke, I paused and prayed for guidance, and God heard.
Changing perspectives with opposite thinking… even with teens. Read Post »
My mom died fifteen years ago, and it’s still tough to think about “doing the holidays” without her. But through God’s grace and our love for Jesus, we’ve created new ways to celebrate the baby who changed the world.
Same Family, New Traditions: Preparing to Wait for Jesus Read Post »
I imagine hesitation and maybe even resistance into this story. But my children do not.
Jesus called; St. Andrew answered. Read Post »
We have insurance policies, health insurance, spare tires, first aid kits, and AAA. What preparation do we have for when we have a spiritual emergency?
In case of emergency… create a spiritual toolkit Read Post »
Responding to kids’ faith questions when they come – including in the car on the way to ballet – helps them understand that faith matters every day of the week.
Math, Sin, and Faith Formation in the Car Read Post »
A few months ago, Nurya encouraged me to write about my experience parenting in extreme pain. Now that surgery is imminent, I’m ready to share how my pain has brought me closer to my family, my friends, and to God.
Parenting in Pain: I Will, with God’s Help Read Post »