Holy Week is upon us and soon we will be able to joyfully exclaim "Alleluia! Alleluia! He is Risen!" But first we have the solemn Paschal Triduum, when God calls us to share in His passion, death and resurrection. What beauty we find in the Cross. That through His death, Jesus gave us the ultimate gift: His love. I often think of the new life sprouting from the Earth. The flowers blooming, the green grass growing, and the birds chirping that spring is here... All these things God uses to remind us of His glory. Of His awesomeness!!! Yes AWESOMENESS!! He created all these things for us. Out of love for us. AND IT WAS GOOD. He is a good and gracious God. Offering up His son, Jesus, out of love. I know we all have been reflecting on that this Lent. As you enter into Holy Week I encourage you take these last few days before Easter to sit and reflect on what God might be bringing new into your life. In what areas is He germinating new life? Maybe it's a new prayer, or a new virtue He wants you to grow in, or maybe He just wants you to rest, maybe it's going out into your community or helping a neighbor, or taking time to be more present with your family. Whatever it may be take the time to reflect, to ponder, to pray these last few days of Lent.
Below you will find some fun ways to celebrate this holy week with your family, important Moms and More dates to remember, and more information about the upcoming women's retreat on April, 21st.
May this Holy Week and Easter Season bring you and your family many graces and abundant blessings.
Your Sister's in Christ,
Anna and Amy
Celebrating at Home
Moms and More Important Dates:
Moms and More Meeting
April 11th at 10:00 am
Chapter 7
Resurrection, Made New for the Abundant Life Lessons 1-2 Video 8
Moms and More Meeting
April 25 at 10:00 am
Chapter 7
Resurrection, Made New for the Abundant Life Lessons 3-5
Chapter 7 Overview
There are times when life's burdens so wound the spirit that only God's grace can revive us. Some of these wounds are self-inflicted - directly caused by our own bad choices. Sadly, other painful burdens are thrust upon us by those who sin against us- even those who are supposed to love us. These wounds often cut deepest of all.
The Great Physician sees all of these hidden scars and calluses, and wants to restore us completely - if we will only let Him. Such healing requires an act of faith-filled courage- choosing to forgive those who have hurt us so that we might be released from the bonds of anger and resentment. Only then can we "arise from the darkness," that binds us to all that is good, and all that is God.
In this chapter, we will examine this process though the testimonies of individuals who have experienced God's healing in their own lives. May their stories encourage you to recognize and seek that healing for others- and for yourself.
The Luminous Mysteries A Road Map for Following Christ
A Women's Overnight Retreat
2017 Women's Retreat
Are you looking for some time to yourself? …away from life’s demands… maybe somewhere peaceful? I have just the place for you! Bethany Retreat Center in Chardon, Ohio. Come and find the peace you have been looking for…Christ’s peace.
Join us for a wonderful and relaxing Women’s Overnight Retreat on Friday, April 21 - Saturday, April 22 (option to stay until Sunday, April 23). Sister Sean will guide us through the Luminous Mysteries and take us on A Road Map for Following Christ.
Make this retreat a special time for you to reconnect with our Lord.
Click on the image above to register for the WOMEN’S RETREAT. You can mail it to the office or drop it of or send it back to me. If you have any questions please call 330.322.3686 or email me at annambertram@gmail.com.
