Christians have used peacocks as a symbol of immortality. This came from an ancient legend that the flesh of the peacock never corrupts, and so the peacock is also associated with the resurrection of Christ. The peacock is often depicted in Christian art...
Oh cherished cross! Through thee my most bitter trials are replete with graces! – St. Paul of the CrossWhat are the various symbols of Easter, what do they mean, and what do they have to do with the Resurrection of Our Lord? These symbolic chocolates provide...
Easter Symbols - Easter Basket Stuffers and Gift Ideas Last year I shared 100+ Easter Basket Stuffers & Catholic Gift Ideas and I have even more to share with you this year! In addition to new books, I always try to fill our children's baskets (and the Easter...
I just love Easter! As unorganized as I was this year, everything still came together thanks to the preparation from year's past... I pulled out the children's Easter Baskets and liners, our "Alleluia" mantle letters along with a few other simple yet beautiful...
For the past few years, in addition to to our children's individual Easter Baskets, I've assembled a basket for the whole family. The first two years the basket included items for some of our Garden of the Good Shepherd Activities and Garden Parties that...
Father in heaven, grant me the grace to appreciate the dignity which you have conferred on me. Let me realize that not even the Angels have been blessed with such a privilege—to share in your creative miracle and bring new Saints to heaven. Make me a good mother to all my children after the example of Mary, the Mother of your Son. Through the intercession of Jesus and Mary I ask your continued blessings on my family. Let us all be dedicated to your service on earth and attain the eternal happiness of your kingdom in heaven. Amen.
