Sharing how a compliment I received after a talk ties into the way I'm trying to see birthdays as I get older, and how Mary and her Assumption help me with this! I'm also reflecting on how God has been working in powerful and tangible ways in my life this past year!
Tag: Catholic
How “Choosing the Better Part” Counters Anxiety
Have you ever been frustrated by the Martha and Mary gospel? I have! In this post I'm discussing what it means to "choose the better part" and sharing my personal experience of how doing so stifles anxiety and leads to inner peace!
Does Everyone Feel Different After Confirmation?
Sharing my experience of sponsoring someone for confirmation on Pentecost this year and how that made me realize specific ways the Sacrament of Confirmation is affecting my life today, regardless of how I felt (or didn't feel) after my own confirmation many years ago. Also discussing 2 ways anyone can tap into those graces from confirmation today!
My Go-To Prayer
My go-to prayer is as short as it is powerful! Sharing it and its connection to Divine Mercy! Happy Divine Mercy Sunday!
The Most Relatable Part of the Passion
Sharing a vulnerable reflection about 2 ways in which a very relatable part of the Passion hits me, as well as what Jesus is asking me to do with these realizations as we near the end of Lent and prepare for the Triduum. Wishing you all a blessed Holy Week.
What’s Your Wilderness This Lent?
Sharing what the Lord put on my heart that will help me to have a more spiritually fruitful Lent, and discussing how good could possibly come from something like giving up chocolate.
“Sneaux” Much Freedom in Surrender
Sharing the JOY that came from the historic snow event in the south, and how surrendering to God freed my heart to be able to experience His majesty even among the continued trials.
Are You Ready for Christmas?
Sharing a brief reflection in the final stretch of Advent about what the Lord revealed to me this week that brought me interior relief and joy as I prepare for Christmas!
In Giving We Receive
A Thanksgiving reflection on God's grace and sustenance where I share how several scripture verses as well as some words of St. Francis of Assisi and Bishop Barron play out in my life.
Video & Podcast: “What It Means to Trust in the Lord”
The link to "What It Means to Trust in the Lord," my first episode/video as a guest on the wonderful podcast, "Sharing the Faith with Dr. Tom Neal."









