Most Holy is His Name

Reverence for the Holy Name of Jesus arose long, long ago, in the days of the Apostles. Saint Paul tells us that in the name of Jesus every knee shall bend. Glorifying the name of God, singing praises to the Son of God is not new.

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A Look Back at My Favorite Recipes of Last Year

We’ve taken different paths over the years to look back at the year that was. Everything from most viewed to least liked has been remembered. This year I decided to look at the new recipes I’ve shared with you each month and pick my favorites. No explanation, just my twelve picks. Enjoy!

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Simple Fireside Dining

I know, it’s not Friday. We could have a burger by the fireside or maybe a pizza. Yeah, but I just had to share this recipe with you as soon as possible. Let me explain.

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A Holy Day of Obligation

Today is the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. It is a Holy Day of obligation among the faithful. What better way is there to start the secular New Year than by attending Mass. It really gets the year off on the right foot.

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Ringing In Yet Another Year

As many of you know by now, this year has been a bit topsy-turvy, to say the least. The farm up for sale, my Dad getting a divorce after 42 years of marriage. Life has been changing in the lease desirable ways imaginable. I am grateful to God for He has been at my side through it all.

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Is This Year Nearly Over?

Today is the 6th Day of Christmas. In years gone by, we’ve celebrated the 12 Days of Christmas. Not this time around. Four years running is enough, don’t you agree? If you still need your 12-Day fix, check out postings from the past.

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Oh What a Beautiful Bake!

A few years back, to honor the Nativity of Mary, I shared with you a beautiful Lemon Cake with a crown of flowers fitting our Blessed Mother. I know there are times when readers will skip over my Catholic posts. That’s too bad because they contain beautiful stories of faith and some amazing recipes.

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The Loss of Holy Innocents

Today within the Church Year is the Feast of Holy Innocents. This day tells us much about the birth of Christ, the Magi and flight into Egypt.

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Saint John the Beloved, Pray for Us

Saint John often is referred to as John the Beloved. It is said he was the apostle most loved by Christ. Why is that?

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What Day is This?

Would you believe it’s National Candy Cane Day! Really – the day after Christmas? Hum, guess we are to keep the candy canes on the tree until now.

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Honoring the Festival of Lights

Today all around the world, Christians are celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world. Non-believers are also celebrating thanks to the secular world’s commercial spin on a day that was once a religious observance.

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Sharing My ChristMas Supper

While I am sad about certain aspects of the Holiday celebrations this year, I am thrilled that my son and his entire family will be coming home for Christmas Supper. There is nothing more magical than a family gathered round the tree, celebrating the birth of Our Lord.

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Oh What a Beautiful Morning

Today is National Bake Day. It doesn’t seem to matter what you bake, so long as you bake. It’s also a Monday during the busiest time of the year.

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On This Fourth Sunday of Advent

Wow – give me a minute to take pause. Today’s Advent Share marks six years that we have been celebrating Advent together. What a joy that has been! And we’ve had some amazing meals along the way.

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The Last Ember Days of Advent

Today is the Winter Solstice and the last of three Ember Days of Advent that are set aside to give thanks to the Lord. I just love how the Lord works behind the scenes the way He does.

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