Welcome to the 30th installment of MMWS!! The Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes is this week and so I chose this beautiful line from St. Bernadette. I do not love my trials. Scorn. Scorn is a better word for how I feel about my trials. But based on St. Bernadette’s words, the reason […]
Monday Morning with the Saints {no. 29 – St. Jerome}
A few years ago, I might have taken this as an out – an excuse for not doing my best, not pushing my limits, not getting over myself to attend the needs of Andrew or the kids. But St. Jerome said we should offer what we can. And if you’re anything like me, what you can […]
Monday Morning with the Saints {no. 28 – St. Francis de Sales}
My soul breathed a sigh of holy relief when I saw that yesterday was St. Francis de Sales’s feast day; because this guy is one bold, unapologetic spiritual director; the kind that would slap the sin out of you the same moment he’d offer a compassionate hug. His words pierce my heart. Sometimes I feel overwhelmed and […]
Monday Morning with the Saints {no. 27 – St. Joan of Arc}
This girl. What a powerhouse. I need her in my corner all the time, but especially when I start to buckle and fear my own weakness. Maid of Orleans, pray for us! Do you have a quote from a saint you’d like to see here? Email me at katie{at}thecatholicwife{dot}net. See the Monday Morning with the Saints Pinterest Board for […]
Monday Morning with the Saints {no. 26 – St. Augustine}
God bless sweet, wonderful reader Kathryn for sending this to me for MMWS. Leadership toward the truth, combined with humility and gentleness, is a treasure for anyone to encounter. Do you have a quote from a saint you’d like to see here? Email me at katie{at}thecatholicwife{dot}net. See the Monday Morning with the Saints Pinterest Board for more wisdom.
Monday Morning with the Saints {no. 25 – St. Elizabeth Ann Seton}
Happy Feast of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton! The word fierce comes to mind. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton was a powerful witness in her work. She was a passion-driven wife, mother, and educator who was able to see and experience at least some of the people she impacted. The Holy Spirit was absolutely upon this woman. […]
Monday Morning with the Saints {no. 24 – St. Quodvulteus}
Today is the Feast of Holy Innocents – a sacred remembrance of Herod’s massacre of the toddler and baby boys of Bethlehem and its surrounding areas. Their young martyrdom offered in Christ’s stead let out a terrible cry; one that resounds today amid instances of abortion and genocide. Yet they offer hope now from their […]
Monday Morning with the Saints {no. 23 – St. Ambrose}
Psalm 127:3 says “Children are a heritage from the Lord,” a gift. And what they need more than any toy, gadget, or material possession is our blessing; given through eye contact, an open heart in listening to their concerns great and small, our prayers. Happy Feast of St. Ambrose! and special thanks to reader Monica for […]
Monday Morning with the Saints {no. 22 – St. Josemaria}
This is so good for me to read as an individual, but taking it to my life with Andrew straightens my slouch and gives me more gusto for giving this sacrament everything I’ve got. I have to choose. This quote was taken from one of his homilies on a first Sunday of Advent. St. Josemaria saves the […]
Monday Morning with the Saints {no. 21 – St. John Berchmans}
Who you are doesn’t depend on others’ opinions or perceptions; or even your own. Your unique brand of holiness is found pursuing God, so he can reveal the person you are divinely intended to be. Happy Feast of St. John Berchmans – Nov. 26th! See the complete collection of “Monday Morning with the Saints.” Do […]
