Happy Solemnity of St. Joseph! Today I am praying for my beautiful son on his feast-day, for my holy, humble, and heroic husband who str...
Many Catholic children around the world celebrate Saint Nicholas day! In the story of St. Nicholas, it is said that there were three poor girls that could not get married because they had no dowry,
by Marlene Leung, CTV News, Dec 15, 2015 Aboriginal children attending residential schools died at a higher rate than school-aged children in the general population, and were often buried in unmark…
What do you first notice when meeting someone new? The answer is different for everyone. While some may be great body language readers, others may find more importance in the conversation they have when first meeting someone. But when it comes down…
People tend to stop caring about their names once they get past certain life landmarks: getting teased for an unfortunate last name in high school, agonizing over a nickname in college, wondering if a spouse should change their name. After all, it's…
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These inspirational quotes for teens are uplifting and motivational! For the bad days and the good, these quotes are meaningful and...
Today begins my series of crafts to go with fun, Christian children's songs! Today's song is about Jesus knocking, and is called "Behold, Behold". In this post, you'll find the lyrics to this song, easy
We all know the song O Come, O Come Emmanuel. Standby favorite for the season of Advent- but did you know there is a lot more to it than that? There are actually seven verses...that you may or may n
These Kung Pao chicken noodles are easy to make, saucy, full of flavor and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This recipe comes together in about 30 minutes and is a total family favorite.
Columbanus was early Ireland’s greatest missionary. Together with a motley crew of pilgrims for Christ he traversed across modern day France, Germany, Switzerland and ended up in northern Italy where he spent the remaining years of his life correcting the heresies of the Arians of northern Italy with the cauterizing knife of the Scriptures. For Columbanus, life was a journey, a pilgrimage, a voyage of discovery and sometimes of hardship. Its final destination was union with Christ. French historian Georges Goyau noted, the Celtic missionary genius had produced individuals of outstanding energy, it had given the world magnificent apostolic personalities. Of these Columbanus was probably the greatest. According to Léon Cathlin, Columbanus was together with Charlemagne the greatest figure of France in the early Middle Ages. Henri Petiot described him as a sort of prophet of Israel, brought back to live in the sixth century, as blunt in his speech as Isaiah or Jeremiah. And not to be outdone, Robert Schuman (former French Prime Minister and main architect of what would become the EU) lauded Columbanus as the patron saint of those who seek to construct a united Europe! Journeying up the Rhine in 610, Columbanus and his disciples supposedly chanted his famous ‘boat song’. One can almost hear the Irish monks dig their oars into the Rhine’s formidable current as they struggle upstream. The poem compares the surging storm waters with the trials and struggles of the Christian life. Columbanus sees the tempests and storms of life overcome by the one who is in Christ. He frequently used the analogy of storms at sea as a picture for hardship and trials. The Carmen Navale is one of my favorite poems attributed to Columbanus. The translation is taken from Tomás Ó Fiaich's work 'Columbanus in his own words'. Lo, little bark on twin-horned Rhine, From forest hewn to skim the brine, Heave, lads, and the echoes ring! The tempests howl, the storms dismay, But manly strength can win the day, Heave, lads, and let the echoes ring! For clouds and squalls will soon pass on, And victory lie with work well done, Heave, lads, and let the echoes ring! Hold fast! Survive! And all is well, God sent you worse, he’ll calm this swell, Heave, lads, and let the echoes ring! So Satan acts to tire the brain, And by temptation souls are slain, Think, lads, of Christ and echo Him! Stand firm in mind ‘gainst Satan’s guile, Protect yourselves with virtues foil, Think, lads, of Christ and echo Him! Strong faith and zeal will victory gain, The old foe breaks his lance in vain, Think, lads, of Christ and echo Him! The King of virtues vowed a prize, For him who wins, for him who tries, Think, lads, of Christ and echo Him!
This cozy potsticker soup recipe comes together in just 25 minutes and is easy to customize with your favorite dumplings and veggies.
Healthy, delicious recipes, including quick dinner, easy lunch ideas, snacks, breakfast, soup and more, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.
Authentic Pastitsio, or Greek lasagna ~ layers of pasta, cinnamon-laced beef, Kasseri cheese and béchamel.
One of my favourite ways to enjoy dumplings is by either steaming or boiling these and finishing it off with what I like to call the best dumpling sauce - with the perfect balance of savoury, heat, bit of sweetness and acidity. Let’s not forget the aromatics that really take it up a notch!
Anyone can have a happy relationship if they put in the work. Sometimes the small things like what you say to your partner on a day to day basis really matters. Because according to experts and research, couples in happier relationships tend to say…
Some people in Fort Smith, Northwest Territories, say they're sad to lose a well-loved priest because he incorporated aboriginal spirituality into his Catholic services.
Get a taste of Scotland with these traditional Scottish recipes! From bubble and squeak to haggis to shortbread, these delicacies just might become your new favorites.
“Yoga for sitting all day” is a common search in Google because the effects of sitting all day can be truly detrimental. Counter a sedentary life with these 6 yoga poses.
This is a semi home-made recipe, made with a few store bought ingredients, and put together, for a delicious easy meal! It is uber delicious, and makes for a very filling meal!
What do you first notice when meeting someone new? The answer is different for everyone. While some may be great body language readers, others may find more importance in the conversation they have when first meeting someone. But when it comes down…
Low FODMAP Lemon Chicken and Rice is a cozy main dish flavored with Italian herbs and fresh lemon juice. This easy supper recipe is made with just seven ingredients in about 30 minutes – great for a busy weeknight! Pair this one-skillet dish with a simple lettuce salad or low FODMAP serving of steamed green beans.
A Hobbit's Feast After a busy morning of feasting, every hobbit looks forward to a hearty midday luncheon. Our hobbit feast continues at the Inn of the
Mango sago is a popular Asian dessert that’s creamy, fruity, cold tapioca pudding dessert is easy to make at home with just a few simple ingredients.
Can you believe 20 minutes is all it takes to get this healthy, vegan dinner on the table?! Loaded with fresh veggies and rich curry flavors, you'll feel good about serving this meal to your family!
"'When, in a little while, we recite the Our Father, the prayer par excellence, we will say: "Give us this day our daily bread", thinking of course of the bread of each day for us and for all peoples. But this request contains something deeper. The Greek word epioúsios, that we translate as "daily", could also allude to the "super-stantial" bread, the bread "of the world to come". Some Fathers of the Church saw this as a reference to the Eucharist, the bread of eternal life, the new world, that is already given to us in Holy Mass, so that from this moment the future world may begin within us. With the Eucharist, therefore, Heaven comes down to earth, the future of God enters the present and it is as though time were embraced by divine eternity. Dear brothers and sisters, as happens every year, at the end of Holy Mass the traditional Eucharistic procession will set out and with prayer and hymns we shall raise a unanimous entreaty to the Lord present in the consecrated host. We shall say, on behalf of the entire City: "Stay with us Jesus, make a gift of yourself and give us the bread that nourishes us for eternal life! Free this world from the poison of evil, violence and hatred that pollute consciences, purify it with the power of your merciful love". - Pope Benedict XVI. The blessed Sacrament is incensed during Benediction, and today is the feast of Corpus Christi.
These free spring phone wallpapers are vibrant digital backgrounds featuring blooming flowers, lush greenery, and sunny landscapes.
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Stuffed with a creamy spinach ricotta filling and baked in a flavorful basil vodka sauce, these spinach ricotta stuffed shells are easy to prepare and will impress everyone you serve them to!
This Bang Bang Chicken Bowl is cubes of chicken tossed in a creamy, spicy Bang Bang sauce served over rice with crispy vegetables. Then, each bowl is topped with avocado, cilantro, and sesame seeds for a burst of freshness and texture.
Taking a step back in time, this year we’re seeing a revival of the 70s when it comes to hair trends. These iconic styles revisit what we love most about he disco days with looks that include Curtain Bangs, The Shag, Farrah Fawcett Waves, and Disco Curls. Take a peek at each of these styles and be inspired for a new season of style.
These British biscuits are beyond delicious! From jaffa cakes and hobnobs to bourbons and custard creams, you won't be able to get enough of these treats.
The easiest and crispiest air fryer gnocchi recipe that takes less than 15 minutes to make. They are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Use frozen, shelf-stable, or refrigerated potato, cauliflower, and sweet potato gnocchi for an easy appetizer, snack, or side dish.
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This Hungarian chicken paprikash is a chicken dish served with a rich and creamy paprika sauce.
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In a classic Seinfeld episode, Elaine sits surrounded by friends with kids as they accost her with the now-infamous line: "You gotta have a baby!" We can only guess millions of women watched, nodding their heads and wondering: What do you say when…
When I was thinking about what food to write about for the next while and had decided to tell you about food from restaurants in Toronto I had made, I did some research. By research, I mean I pulle…
