God’s creation – Rev. Patty's Inspiration Station

“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, Inspirational Message, Spirituality

God’s Bountiful Blessings

May 20, 2015 Rev. Patty's Inspiration Station

(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

God's creation, Inspirational Message, Lent

Week 4 Joy

March 12, 2015 Rev. Patty's Inspiration Station

“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

God's creation, Healing, Inspirational Message

Breaking Barriers – Finding Balance

October 1, 2014October 1, 2014 Rev. Patty's Inspiration Station

“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, God's creation, Love, Uncategorized

God’s Great Love

February 11, 2014 Rev. Patty's Inspiration Station

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

God, God's creation, Inspirational Message

The Divine Spark

December 15, 2013 Rev. Patty's Inspiration Station

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

God's creation, Grief, Healing

Bleeding Heart

November 18, 2013 Rev. Patty's Inspiration Station

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

God, God's creation, Healing, Inspirational Message

The Eternal Seamstress/Tailor

April 15, 2013 Rev. Patty's Inspiration Station

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

Change, God, God's creation, Inspirational Message

Beyond the Tomb – Bearing Fruit

April 1, 2013 Rev. Patty's Inspiration Station

“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

God's creation, Hope, Inspirational Message, New Beginnings

Season of Light 2012 – Advent Week 1

November 27, 2012November 27, 2012 Rev. Patty's Inspiration Station

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

Angels, Bereavement, God's creation, Healing, Herbs, Inspirational Message

The Quiet Blessings of God’s Garden

October 16, 2012 Rev. Patty's Inspiration Station

I am witnessing the quiet blessings of God in my garden. What an awesome time of year it is indeed. We are fortunate to be able plant and grow vegetables and herbs, in the fall and in the spring here in Florida. I, as an observer, watch what is bearing fruit not only in my… Continue reading The Quiet Blessings of God’s Garden

God's creation, Herbs, Peace, Spirituality

Herbs from God’s Garden – Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) Part 1

June 17, 2011 Rev. Patty's Inspiration Station

Red Clover is a great herbal ally to have in every garden regardless of where you live.Red Clover is a food, part of the legume family and an herb. The plant is mineral rich, high in calcium, and nourishes the hormonal and nervous system. Red Clover is also great for the blood and the skin,… Continue reading Herbs from God’s Garden – Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) Part 1