liturgical year

  • Happy Name Day to Me: Saint Stephen, the First Martyr

    Today is the Feast day of the First Christian Martyr (Proto Martyr), Saint Stephen, for whom I am named. He’s actually my mom’s saint as today is her birthday, but when I was born they chose his name for me.… Continue reading

  • In the Thick of Advent

    How’s your Advent going? Ours is still pretty tame, much tamer than it has been in years past. There is something to be said about getting oneself organized enough BEFORE the holiday rush. I’ll have to make a resolution list… Continue reading

    In the Thick of Advent
  • The Plan for Advent and Christmas

    Scripture Readings for Jesse Tree Advent Wreath Prayer December 2, First Sunday of Advent Purple Tablecloth, Purple Ornaments Jesse Tree Ornament 5 – camel / Abraham December 3 St. Francis Xavier – Read aloud from Saints and Feast Days Trace… Continue reading

    The Plan for Advent and Christmas
  • Cloverleaf Rolls

    These were made with my favorite roll recipe (I use half whole wheat and half white), made to rise once, then cut into pieces (about 1 ounce each) and rolled into balls. Three balls go into a muffin pan, where… Continue reading