The Basics: Born 1244 in Italy; died November 9, 1307, in Italy; beatified September 7, 1798; feast day, November 17; shepherdess; woman religious. The Story: Jane was a simple child whose life turned out to be somewhat extraordinary. She spent her early days as the family shepherdess with a deep concern for her flock. She didn’t initially… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: Blessed Jane of Signa
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“Where Are You Going?”
Note: On Tuesdays and some Sundays, you can find me at Your Daily Tripod, owned by my friend TonyD. A longer version of the post below appears there. Maybe it’s been a “great” Lent for you; you ticked all the boxes you wanted ticked, did all you had hoped when it came to prayer, fasting and… Continue reading “Where Are You Going?”
Wednesday’s Woman: Blessed Ivetta of Huy
The Basics: Born 1158 in Belgium; died January 13, 1228, in Belgium; feast day, January 13; mother, wife, woman religious. The Story: Ivetta’s wealthy family married her off when she was just thirteen to a man whom she disliked so much that she was known to have wished him dead for a time. And die he did,… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: Blessed Ivetta of Huy
“What Is Pleasing to Him”
Note: On Tuesdays and some Sundays, you can find me at Your Daily Tripod, owned by my friend TonyD. A longer version of the post below appears there. I recently was part of a group discussion about the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation, perhaps the most misunderstood of Catholic sacraments. Another woman allowed as how since… Continue reading “What Is Pleasing to Him”