Churching is the woman's way of giving thanksgiving to God for the birth of her child, and predisposes her, through the priestly blessing that is a part of the ritual, to receive the graces necessary to raise her child in a manner pleasing to God. Following the baby's...
Baptismal Grace
This past Tuesday, on Independence Day, our little "Grace" was baptized! Her uncle flew all the way across the country to baptize her for us. He also offered a Latin Mass following her baptism. It was such a beautiful day filled with blessings!A...
One Month Daybook
Outside my window...the weather has been beautiful! The baby and I haven't been getting out much, but we did make it to her baptism at our local parish this past Tuesday, the 4th of July!Photo credit: Marc at AV CreationsI am thankful... for our newest little...
My Little Doll Baby :: Four Weeks
Our little baby is four weeks old today! We just got back home from having her weight checked again. On the way to town I told our oldest daughter that I was pretty sure the baby had gained at least a half pound these past two weeks and that she probably weighs really...
Celebrating the 4th of July
Today was her big day! Welcome to the Church, little one! ❤️ #4thofJuly #baptismday #independenceday #brandnewcatholic #freefromoriginalsin #letfreedomring{A friend took pictures of her actual Baptism and the Latin Mass that followed so I don't have many...
Our Godson’s Baptism and Pregnancy Blessings
"Baptism is the sacrament that gives our souls the new life of sanctifying grace by which we become Christians, children of God, and heirs of heaven." ~ My Catholic Faith We ended up being able to deliver that Spiritual Bouquet to JOY{filled}family in person...
Seven Quick Takes :: Instagram Recap & More
It's time for another Instagram Recap in Seven Quick Takes! — 1 :: NPLTW —#NPLTW Second and Third place winners in the National Pro-Life T-Shirt Week 2015 photo contest. #prolifegen (and our oldest daughter came in at Fourth place, just a couple points behind her...
In Nomine Patris, et Filii, et Spiritus Sancti. . .
The doll baptisms continued the day after Christmas. . .. . . until our little "priest" finally exclaimed "Girls! Could you please stop! My hands hurt!"I wonder if St. Francis Xavier's hands hurt after baptizing (according to one of his letters) the "ten...
Seven Quick Takes From Our Trip Last Weekend
— 1 —Last weekend we were blessed to be able to travel to meet our newest goddaughter and attend her baptism and the 10th Anniversary Mass and Renewal of Vows of her parents! This sweet little girl was born last month following a very complicated delivery....
Our Goddaughter’s Holy Sacrament of Baptism
Our beautiful new goddaughter on her Baptismal Day - August 17, 2013Loving God, Creator of all good things,Thank you for the gift of life given to our goddaughter.What a privilege it was for us to stand as witnesses for the Churchwhen our goddaughter was washed in...
Prayer of Mothers
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.