He Never Grows Tired of Loving You
The repetitive nature of the Rosary can cause those who are not fully entering into or appreciating the Rosary, like myself, to become bored or distracted or allow their minds to wander. St. John Paul II directly addresses this point in his typical, gentle, fatherly manner in his apostolic letter on the Rosary, Rosarium Virginis[...]
A Song In My Heart
St. Cecilia has long been venerated in the Church as a virgin-martyr, and has equally-long been the patroness of musicians because with a “song in her heart,” she converted her husband while preserving her vow of virginity. Her association with music is especially meaningful for me because music has been an ever-present part of my[...]
An Unexpected Birthday Gift: Humility
An Unexpected Birthday Gift: Humility Last year, we started a new tradition in the Novitiate. On a Sister’s birthday, we all go around the table and thank the Sister for something that she has done for us. My birthday was a few weeks ago, and it was a really beautiful experience. As the Sisters were[...]
The Gift of Littleness
The Gift of Littleness: Confessions of a Postulant One month ago, I entered the Sisters of Saint Francis of Perpetual Adoration as a postulant. It has been a time of such joy, and every day is new. I have been challenged and surprised, but most of all, I have been overwhelmed with my sense of littleness.[...]
