“In the Image of God, He created them.” What is the "Incredible Likeness of Being in Christ?” First, we look at the facts: We are "made in the image of likeness of our creator." If you are a kindred soul, let’s move on to our next point: “Likeness.” What does it mean to be like … Continue reading The Incredible Likeness of Being in Christ
God’s creation
God’s Bountiful Blessings
(Rev Patty's Veggie Garden) “The blessing of God be upon you! We bless you in the Name of YHWH!” (Ps. 129) I have a fellow woman priest, friend who ministers in a local assisted living facility. When you step inside the room, the sacred space is transformed into a chapel. There is a sense of … Continue reading God’s Bountiful Blessings
Week 4 Joy
“The flowers appear on the earth, the time of singing has come, and the voice of the turtle-dove is heard in our land.” (Song of Solomon 2:12) Spring is almost here, just days away with new beginnings blooming all around us. “Nature is the embodied Spirit of My Thoughts of beauty for this world. Treat … Continue reading Week 4 Joy
Breaking Barriers – Finding Balance
“In every moment of every day find your joy along the way.” Today is the feast day of St. Therese, the Little Flower. As I am writing this blog entry, a wonderful rose is preparing to bloom. Near the end of her life, Therese had her bed in view of the garden. When she was … Continue reading Breaking Barriers – Finding Balance
God’s Great Love
Recently, I was reciting a novena prayer to St. Therese. I especially like this line, “Please pick a rose from the heavenly gardens and send it to me as a message of love, and help me to always believe in God’s great love for me.”Soon after the prayer began, a bud appeared on the rose … Continue reading God’s Great Love
The Divine Spark
As we enter our 3rd Week of Advent, we will focus on the “Divine Spark” within, causing the spiritual light around us to shine a bit longer. One can draw hope in this wonderful liturgical experience where there is a finish line to cross even more wondrous than where we stand right now. A Reminder … Continue reading The Divine Spark
Bleeding Heart
My garden is bountiful and flourishing in this nice fall weather. In the land of humid air, it is nice to get a break from the heat to see what the plants will do. Every year and season, I am more surprised at the transformation that happens in my garden or as I fondly call … Continue reading Bleeding Heart
The Eternal Seamstress/Tailor
Occasionally, life will tear at us, a hole here, and a rip there. God and the heaven world are intervening on our behalf. Good things are coming for all of us. See the pattern of your life being designed right before your eyes; every stitch, every seam, perfect without flaws. When we think our earth … Continue reading The Eternal Seamstress/Tailor
Beyond the Tomb – Bearing Fruit
“I search the mind. I try the heart, even to give man according to his ways; according to the fruit of his doings.” (KATL) We now move beyond Jerusalem. So much has happened in just a few days. Our focus, in this spiritual New Year, is how we bear fruit as individuals, and as a … Continue reading Beyond the Tomb – Bearing Fruit
Season of Light 2012 – Advent Week 1
On this first Sunday of Advent, we begin by seeing the Light peek out just an inch above the horizon as the sun rises. At the end of each day, the sun begins its descent as it spreads rays of hope and promise of a new tomorrow. The way the Light shines and settles in … Continue reading Season of Light 2012 – Advent Week 1
