Holy Thursday: In Support of Priests

On Holy Thursday every year, priests celebrate two events in the life of Christ: The institution of the Eucharist, and the establishment of Holy Orders (the priesthood). Today Kate Wicker passed along this outstanding article by (non-Catholic) Penn State religious studies professor Philip Jenkins regarding his new book, “Pedophiles and Priests: Anatomy of a Contemporary [...]

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Weekend Ponderings: Holy Week Break

Tomorrow is the final day of Lent before the Triduum begins. Easter is the one time of the year I miss living in California … especially my “home” parish of Holy Family in South Pasadena where I was welcomed into the Catholic Church. This is where I received the Eucharist for the first time, where I [...]

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Miracle Monday: Lenten Re-Treat!

Lent is almost over … my “House Re-Treat” is almost through. And believe it or not, progress has been made! See for yourself … behold THE BASEMENT. Monica (Organizing Masters) was the picture of professionalism and courtesy. She did not faint even once as she stepped downstairs to the “garbage pit.” She just kept reminding [...]

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Heidi’s Interview on “Among Women” Podcast

Have you heard of Pat Gohn’s terrific podcast, “Among Women”?  To celebrate her 50th (1 year’s worth) podcast, Pat invited me to talk about faith and family — in particular, how to convey YOUR faith to your family!  (The interview begins midway through the podcast at point 21.45.) Craig took this picture of Pat and [...]

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Wee Cook Friday: Easter Bread!

To conclude the “Wee Cook Friday” meatless meal series, I wanted to reprise my very favorite recipe for this holiday season, my Easter Bread.  We like to make this for Good Friday supper, or for Easter breakfast (especially if there’s company).  We always make two loaves, and play “Easter Bunny” by leaving one on someone’s [...]

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Weekend Ponderings: Mary, Comforter of the Afflicted

Today I’m up to my ears in basement. We have a professional organizer turning a heavily packed and useless living space into a downstairs office and play area for us! (This will come in handy in the summertime!) Special bonus — got part of the garage cleared out, too! As divine Providence would have it, [...]

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Wee Cook Friday: Apple Brie Bread with Almonds (Scribbit)

This is a reprise of an article I ran last year, linked to Michelle’s yummy recipe for Apple Brie Bread with Almonds. The perfect simple Lenten meal, paired with a salad! (The cookbooks are still available, if you’d like one!) Michelle at Scribbit had her recipe for Apple Brie Bread with Almonds posted at her site the [...]

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