Jenna McDonald writes freelance from Cornwall, Ontario where she and her husband raise and homeschool their five young children. Having slowly realized the healing power of good homemaking, Jenna enjoys making sourdough concoctions, playing in her garden, reading good books and writing mostly good poetry (according to her kids).
For each one of us, the “falling to the ground” will look differently but in each case, if there is authentic self-donation, there will be much spiritual fruit.
We are finite beings with finite lifespans and energy. What are you choosing as the focus for your life?
In the Our Father, Jesus, keeping our design in mind, gave us an important tool for maintaining our peace of heart.
“I’m an introvert.” Many of us have used these words to explain our behaviours and to defend our needs. Perhaps more of us identify as introverts in this fast-paced, demanding … Continued
The word idol is used loosely in everyday language to mean someone who is admired excessively. That hockey player, that teacher, that influencer; our children “idolize” them, and we call … Continued
It is incredibly motivating when we make the tiniest of life changes and start to transform the way we live and think. Good habits are all the rage. James Clear’s … Continued
If we are Catholics worth our scapulars, we have spent time debating the pro-life issues with those who hold different viewpoints. Sometimes those discussions can lead to food for thought … Continued
Examples of Jesus’ mercy are scattered throughout the Gospels like Easter eggs. He told us about his mercy in the way he treated sinner and stranger. He showed his mercy … Continued
“I thirst.” Mother Teresa loved this phrase of Jesus from the cross so much that she had it inscribed in prominent places in her convent chapels. This saying of Jesus … Continued
St. Therese of Lisieux’s spirituality is the best news since the Gospel. The closer one draws near to her life, the simpler she becomes. The Gospel is much the same. … Continued