Why Do We Decorate Christmas Trees?
Have you ever wondered why we decorate Christmas trees? Here is the story of Saint Boniface who converted many pagans when he started to cut down a massive oak back in 723. What does an oak have to do with our traditional Christmas trees? There is an inspiring story that links it all together,
Finding Joy in the Present Moment
Some seasonal thoughts on finding joy in the present moment.
Why Being a Bee is Important Right Now
Angie examines the importance of focusing on the good and sweet in the people around us, especially during these challenging times.
A lesson on flourishing from a sunflower
And You Yourself, Pray in Me
Each week Edna and Angie will inspire you as they share their daily trials in attempting to live the prayer of St. Philaret one line at time.
Direct My Will; Teach Me to Pray
Each week Edna and Angie will inspire you as they share their daily trials in attempting to live the prayer of St. Philaret one line at time.
Bearing the Fatigue of the Day
Each week Edna and Angie will inspire you as they share their daily trials in attempting to live the prayer of St. Philaret one line at time.
Teach me to act firmly and wisely
Each week Edna and Angie will inspire you as they share their daily trials in attempting to live the prayer of St. Philaret one line at time.
In unforeseen events, let me not forget that all are sent by You
Each week Edna and Angie will inspire you as they share their daily trials in attempting to live the prayer of St. Philaret one line at time.
Grief and Gratitude, Sacrifice and Praise
Faith reflects on experiencing lent during a time of grief and exhaustion.
In All My Deeds and Words, Guide My Thoughts and Feelings
Each week Edna and Angie will inspire you as they share their daily trials in attempting to live the prayer of St. Philaret one line at time.
Your Will Governs All
Each week Edna and Angie will inspire you as they share their daily trials in attempting to live the prayer of St. Philaret one line at time.
Bless my dealings with all who surround me
Each week Edna and Angie will inspire you as they share their daily trials in attempting to live the prayer of St. Philaret one line at time.
In Every Hour of the Day Reveal Your Will to Me
Each week Edna and Angie will inspire you as they share their daily trials in attempting to live the prayer of St. Philaret one line at time.
Help me in all things to rely upon your Holy Will
Each week Edna and Angie will inspire you as they share their daily trials in attempting to live the prayer of St. Philaret one line at time.
“O Lord, grant me to greet the coming day in peace”
Each week Edna and Angie will inspire you as they share their daily trials in attempting to live the prayer of St. Philaret one line at time.
Restful Work
During times of chaos, we can help prepare our minds and hearts for prayer through the quiet and steady work of our hands.
St. Tryphon of Pechenga and Kola
What if you felt called to serve others in a place far away from home? What if the way to reach people's hearts was through simply being present in their lives, and speaking their language- both literally and metaphorically?
The life of St. Tryphon, Enlightener of Lapland, shows us how that brings people closer to Christ.
Bread
How do we respond when God doesn’t give us what we want?