Over the next seven days, my goal is to bring you faith-centered resources that reflect on the sin of racism. We can all benefit from a better understanding of the damage racism has on humanity, no matter what our own skin color is. Every day this week, I will add one or two new resources to this list to help you understand and overcome racism, whether or not you have experienced it yourself. Even if you've never experienced or expressed ... Read the Post...
5 Ways to Celebrate May – The Month of Mary
Hey! Before you read this post, you should check out our Month of Mary Giveaway on Instagram @bgf_catholic. You could win a copy of Fr. Mitch Pacwa’s Bible study: Mary — Virgin, Mother, and Queen: A Bible Study Guide for Catholics. Why is May the Month of Mary? Catholics set apart the month of May to honor Mary because of her role as the Blessed Mother of Jesus. Jesus instructed all of us to take Mary as our own mother when he said to ... Read the Post...
Preparing to Return to Mass as COVID Restrictions Loosen
This weekend, my home parish is opening back up for Sunday Mass for the first time since mid-March. Following the advice of the CDC, our diocese temporarily suspended Mass during the on-going COVID pandemic. While following the guidelines to stay at home, I've sorely missed the privilege of freely celebrating my faith in community with others at church. I realize now that I took church for granted. It's been a long two months since I last ... Read the Post...
10 Virtues of Mary to Imitate in Motherhood
Psst: Get your free printable: ‘How to Say The Chaplet of the 10 Virtues of Mary’ at the bottom of this post! The Blessed Virgin Mary served God directly through motherhood. She dedicated her life entirely to raising her son, Jesus. Because he was the Son of the Most High and one with God, every act of motherhood Mary performed was an immediate service to God. All mothers have the opportunity to serve God through their vocation of ... Read the Post...