Author Archives: Natalie Eden

Holy Thursday, the Institution of the Eucharist

Posted on April 5, 2012 by

Holy Thursday marks the observance of the Last Supper where Jesus instituted the Eucharist.  John Michael Talbot gives a brief reflection and song in the top video.The other video features Fr. Robert Barron who explains the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist and … Continue reading →

Posted in Holy Week | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

The Best Laid Plans

Posted on April 4, 2012 by

We have all done it.  We said that we would do something and then when the time came, we bailed out.  We had the best of intentions but circumstances might have emerged that made us quickly change our minds or … Continue reading →

Posted in Holy Week | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Hosanna!

Posted on March 30, 2012 by

Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week in the Church. This day marks the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. This feast is very familiar to a lot of Christians. Most of us think of Palm Sunday as the day in which there is … Continue reading →

Posted in Holy Week | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Mysterious Hands

Posted on March 28, 2012 by

  Everyone likes a mystery There is a strange picture that emerged among my grandmother’s old photos after she died. The image is reported to be of my Grandmother Pearl as a little toddler.  At a quick glance one can easily … Continue reading →

Posted in Genealogy, Lent | Tagged | 1 Comment

To Fall in Love with Life

Posted on March 26, 2012 by

A bit about obedience and submission Few of us don’t like to think about submission, let alone humble obedience.  The word obedience conjures up images of dog school training or boot camp.  On the surface it appears to be a … Continue reading →

Posted in Blessed Virgin Mary | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

I Will Never Forget You

Posted on March 21, 2012 by

The thoughtfulness of remembering We like to be remembered, especially during special times like birthdays and anniversaries. When we are remembered by family and friends, we tend to interpret it as meaning that they care about us. It feels nice to … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

A Role Model for Fathers

Posted on March 19, 2012 by

March 19 a significant feast day It is the Feast of St. Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the stepfather of Jesus. He is the patron of the Universal Church, families, fatherhood, expectant mothers, the dying, travelers, immigrants, house … Continue reading →

Posted in Saints | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

I Remember Niagara

Posted on March 18, 2012 by

Reading about the history of Niagara Falls, NY tends to make me feel a bit home sick.  I’ve lived in a lot of places in my life but for some reason my heart maintains an attachment to the place where … Continue reading →

Posted in Genealogy, Lent | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

The Quest of the Almost Irish

Posted on March 16, 2012 by

It’s that time of year again.  When I patronized my local Chick-Fil-A, I noticed that many people were drinking a mysterious green fluid.  After a few minutes, I discovered that it was dyed lemonade.  Then it hit me.  It’s almost … Continue reading →

Posted in Genealogy, Saints | Tagged , , , , | 2 Comments

Are We Ever Self-less? When Charity is more than a Handout

Posted on March 14, 2012 by

 DO IT ANYWAY People are often unreasonable, irrational, and self-centered.  Forgive them anyway.  If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives.  Be kind anyway.  If you are successful, you will win some unfaithful friends and some genuine … Continue reading →

Posted in Lent | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment