Posted in April 2009

Across the Border

My husband and I are going to see Bruce Springsteen on May 12! I’m so excited; this is my graduation present. I’ve been meaning to post this song for a while; it’s my all time favorite Bruce tune. I love it because it’s a song about longing for Heaven just as much as it’s a … Continue reading »

What really matters?

It was holy Saturday, about an hour and a half before the Easter Vigil. Earlier in the day husband and I had driven from Chicago to Notre Dame, to attend the Vigil Mass at the Basilica, and to spend Easter at Our Lady’s University, where both of us have many fond memories (he from law … Continue reading »

Triduum

I don’t believe I’ll be posting during the Triduum, so I wanted to post some goodies for meditation and reflection during the next few days. May you and your families have a blessed Triduum and Easter!     Sing, my tongue, the Savior’s glory, of His flesh the mystery sing; of the Blood, all price exceeding, shed by … Continue reading »

The following is a sermon from the woman who has recently been named the dean of the Episcopal Divinity School, Rev.  Katherine Ragsdale. “Finally, the last sign I want to identify relates to my fellow clergy. Too often even those who support us can be heard talking about abortion as a tragedy. Let’s be very … Continue reading »

7 Quick Takes Friday

1. This weekend is the first in a while (and for a while) when we do not have a lot going on. I am very excited! Tonight I am having Thai food (yummy and very vegetarian for Lent) with a friend I honestly haven’t really seen since the wedding (three months ago today!). I will … Continue reading »

JP II…We Love You!

Today marks four years since the death of Pope John Paul II, one of the most influential and pastoral figures of the twentieth century. I don’t have much to add, but here are some wonderful photos.       Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord.  And let perpetual light shine upon him.  May he … Continue reading »