Day 14: Thursday Afternoon Dates

…with the greatest Love I have ever known. With all the lists filled with tasks that have yet to be completed, and the noises of the world or my own racing mind that can’t seem to be quieted, I come here and kneel at His feet. I have full confidence in knowing that I can…… Continue reading Day 14: Thursday Afternoon Dates

Lord, Increase My Faith!

Originally written on May 9, 2011 Only a day after graduating college, feelings of uncertainty and loneliness began to surface. I was at the beach, a few hours away from home, and was feeling homesick… surprisingly (I never get homesick that quickly). I missed all my friends already and the realization that “moving forward” as…… Continue reading Lord, Increase My Faith!

Sweetly Broken

It was dark, cold, and silent. In limited space, 23 of us clustered together in a cave underneath of the Church of St. Peter in Gallicantu. As we reflected on the Gospel about Jesus’ imprisonment the night before his Crucifixion, tears fell from my eyes. “Lord, please forgive me” were the only words I could…… Continue reading Sweetly Broken

He Waits

When you approach the tabernacle remember that He has been waiting for you for twenty centuries.  – St. Josemaria Escriva (5.22.2010) Three hours ago, my parents and I finally touched down on American soil with the rest of the pilgrims. While waiting for the rest of our group to get past the U.S. Customs lines, I…… Continue reading He Waits