Risk demands faith. And faith is what activates God’s providence in our lives. Go boldly into new spaces that take you out of your comfort zone. One thing I know for sure, God is ready and waiting to meet you there.

Liturgical Living has been a big buzz word in the Catholic world the last few years. There are many books, Pinterest boards, and websites dedicated to “liturgical living” and the best way to do it. Honestly, most of those resources are WAY too overwhelming for the average person. And if you are a business owner or working a corporate job, your time is limited. Personally, I still enjoy celebrating the different saints and seasons. I just alter things to make it simple.

St. Patrick’s Day is a special feast day celebrated every year by the faithful on March 17th. While this day usually brings to mind shamrocks and leprechauns, all things green, and delicious food and drink, it is also an important day to honor St. Patrick and all his wonderful deeds that brought glory to God.

You are the company you keep. Your character, behavior, and beliefs are greatly influenced by the people you associate with, especially those who are in close proximity. As Catholics, we must keep the saints close to our hearts and look to them for guidance, intercession, and inspiration.

As far back as I can remember, math felt like something scary, that “I just can’t do”, that did not make sense to me in the least. I struggled through my required math classes – including calculus –  in high school with daily afterschool help sessions from my teachers. In college, I tested into remedial algebra and still, despite having already taken algebra twice, ended up taking advantage of office hours as frequently as they were offered. 

God has given you particular gifts. And for all the “bossy babes” out there, this is delightful news: being direct and even confrontational in a world that shirks away from hard truths is a gift. We need people who can stand firm in the truth, and who aren’t afraid to lead with love.