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Analysis and musings from Carrie and Noelle
Solemnity of Mary Mother of God
Posted by Theology of Home onOpening the door to us is none other than the Mother of God beckoning us to come in and rest awhile in her company. If you are a mother, this day belongs to you in a special way, for our Lady under this title is our own patron saint. Â
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Feast of the Holy Family (December 30th)
Posted by Theology of Home onIt’s a difficult task leading this simple and hidden life. That's why we have this feast. The Holy Family is our families' collective Patron saints. They will always help us.Â
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St. John the Evangelist (December 27th)
Posted by Theology of Home on"This beloved disciple, who loved Jesus with a passion powerful enough to follow him all the way to the cross when the other disciples denied and hid - he alone among the apostles was asked to watch his great friend, who understood his fiery nature so well and still loved him, die mocked and bleeding on a cross before his helpless eyes so lacking in thunder now."
Incorporating Floral Design Into Your Christmas Tree
Posted by Theology of Home onDeck your halls in a botanical way by hanging miniature flower arrangements on your Christmas tree! Today's post is complete with a tutorial on how to make these hanging displays.
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Celebrating the Christmas Season with Advent Calendars
Posted by Theology of Home onCan the fun of Advent calendars be used instead to celebrate the days of the Christmas season? Why not! Just as we use these numbers to countdown the days until Christmas, we can also use these same numbers (and the treats they reveal) to mark the days and blessings of Christmas.
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Our Lady of Guadalupe
Posted by Theology of Home onIn case we have forgotten. We are not alone. We are loved by all of Heaven. Our Lady comes to us in beauty, surrounded by roses in the middle of winter just to tell us once again - to enchant us with her encouragement on our slow, trudging journey home.
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St. Juan Diego
Posted by Theology of Home onSt Juan Diego’s feast day is a beautiful jewel given to those of us in middle age. We are not forgotten. We matter to the very Mother of God! And even though we are not children, we can fit very comfortably under her mantle.
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Dante, Our Lady, and the Stars
Posted by Theology of Home onA rich and beautiful picture of our Lady’s ardent efforts is on display in Dante’s Divine Comedy. In his epic voyage from hell, via purgatory, and finally into heaven, Dante is guided into a dark wood because of his mortal sin and is transformed into a godly man who beheld the brightness of holiness captured in the heavens and the stars. But the stars, which shine brightly and prominently throughout the trilogy, may have more meaning than merely luminous celestial bodies.
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