Today is National Thomas Jefferson Day. It’s been a while since we talked about one of the Founding Fathers of this great nation. I thought it would be appropriate to share a few of Jefferson’s quotes. That is right up until I began reading in detail what Thomas Jefferson had to say.
Continue reading “Thomas Jefferson and Ravioli”Beautiful Colorado – It’s Your Day
Today is National Colorado Day. Colorado is an amazing place with a history rich in dinosaurs, Native American peoples, Spanish Explorers, frontiersmen and settlers moving west. It’s history, like all of mankind’s history, has peaks and valleys, moments of greatness and deep darkness.
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Before we get into today’s recipe, I want to take a moment to apologize for what can only be described as a somewhat twisted sense of humor. You see, I made this delicious Teriyaki Pork Supper during Lent. Then I filed the recipe along with the photos away; waiting for the perfect moment to share.
Continue reading “Submarines and Pork Tenderloin”Glazed Cinnamon Crescents for a Sweet National Day
Easter Sunday may be behind us, but for Catholics we have a ways to go in the Easter Season. Catholics mark the end of the Easter Season on Pentecost Sunday, 50 days after Easter. This year, the Easter Season will end on May 28.
Continue reading “Glazed Cinnamon Crescents for a Sweet National Day”Easter’s Joyful Celebration
You would think that this post would write itself. Really? I mean it’s Easter – only the most important celebration in the Christian Faith. So why am I struggling to find the words to share?
Continue reading “Easter’s Joyful Celebration”As We Wait in Joyful Hope
Holy Week is especially meaningful for most Christians throughout the world. Beginning with Holy Thursday, many Churches come alive with activity. Our Parish held Tenebrae Services each morning beginning on Holy Thursday.
Continue reading “As We Wait in Joyful Hope”Behold the Lamb of God
Behold Him who takes away the sins of the word.
Blessed are those called to the supper of the Lamb
Why Is This Night Different From All Other Nights?
This singular question in four parts has been asked by the youngest child present at the Passover Seder since the Passover observations began. The child is speaking for all children, seeking to know the history of the Jewish people and the importance of Passover. The adults take turns answering the questions, bringing the history of the Exodus and God’s saving grace to life.
Continue reading “Why Is This Night Different From All Other Nights?”Holy Wednesday – The End is Near
Today is Wednesday of Holy Week. It is also known as Spy Wednesday, since some theologians believe it was the day Judas Iscariot became a paid informant to the chief priests. That could be true.
Continue reading “Holy Wednesday – The End is Near”On This Holy Tuesday
Tuesday is a humble day of the week even during the most ordinary of times. Sunday is the Day of the Lord, a day of rest and prayer. Monday, for most of us, begins a new work week. Wednesday is Hump Day. Friday we are grateful for the weekend. Even Thursday is one day closer to that precious weekend.
Continue reading “On This Holy Tuesday”Do You Know What Happened Today?
Today in the Western Church is Holy Monday, the day after Palm Sunday. It was a busy day for Jesus. According to scripture, Jesus cursed the fig tree, cleansed the temple, had responded to the question of His authority.
Continue reading “Do You Know What Happened Today?”A Palm Sunday Celebration
Today Christians around the world celebrate Palm or Passion Sunday. On this day, we recall Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. It marks the start of Holy Week, and a time of great reflection.
Continue reading “A Palm Sunday Celebration”Reflections and Easter Favorites to Share
And so it begins. Tomorrow is Palm Sunday, the final week of Christ’s Sorrowful Passion. As we draw ever closer to Good Friday, our hearts grow heavy. But for now, we can race ahead to the joy that we know awaits us all.
Continue reading “Reflections and Easter Favorites to Share”Sixth Friday of Lent and a Cajun Fish Supper
O my Jesus, on this the last Friday of the Lenten Season
As we prepare ourselves for the Most Holy Week
I surrender myself to You and to Your will in all things.
Amen.
Peasant Skillet Chicken and New Potatoes
Depending upon which National Calendar Site you subscribe to, today is Hot Chicken Day, Virtual Vacation Day, I am in Control Day or Take a Walk in the Park Day. It could also be Pencil Day, National Doctors Day or Turkey Neck Soup Day. Yeah, there’s a lot happening today.
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