Often, we think that being a saint means that we have to be perfect. But being saint isn’t about being perfect, it’s about being whole. And when we experience wholeness–it leads to holiness. In this latest episode of the Connections Between Faith and Life series, Christina shares about what it really means to be a saint, and how striving for holiness, is really about seeking and pursuing wholeness which comes through transforming union with God. Watch here: What Does Being A Saint REALLY Mean? In this episode, Christina focuses on: Definition of what holiness is Challenges of striving for wholeness […]
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So, how was your weekend? Mine was actually really great. Interestingly though, my weekend wasn’t filled with all of what I had planned to do . Rather, this last weekend was filled with a bunch of things that I had NOT planned to be doing. For example, I never planned to spend an all-nighter at the ER with our youngest son, nor did I plan on having to take care of a pop-up, last minute work project. In short order, all of MY plans got tossed out the window, and just as I was starting to feel a bit […]
Gratitude is the doorway into true peace and rest? Seems too simple, doesn’t it? But in this Say Yes to Holiness podcast, Christina shares Food for the Head, Heart, Hands and Feet that speaks to how practicing gratitude is the key that unlocks the door that helps us enter into true peace and rest in the midst of our busy, and far too often, extraordinarily stressful lives. You can check out the episode here: Episode #84–“Gratitude As The Doorway Into True Rest And Peace” In this episode, Christina speaks about: Becoming steadfast in our faith What “praying unceasingly” really means […]
Perfection is not about being without defect, or to not make a mistake. Rather, perfection is about becoming whole. And when we become whole, we become holy. In this latest episode of the Connections Between Faith and Life series, Christina shares the Prayer of Five Graces from St Alphonsus Liquori and how this prayer can help us seek out the graces that can make us whole, so we can become “perfect like our Heavenly Father is perfect.” Watch here: “The Prayer of Five Graces and Seeking Perfection” In this episode, Christina focuses on: five key graces for growing in the […]
Can my life actually make a difference? Short answer, yes. In this Say Yes to Holiness podcast, Christina shares Food for the Head, Heart, Hands and Feet that discusses how cultivating the virtue of faith actually ensures that our lives make a difference–in ways far beyond any we can imagine. You can check out the episode here: Episode #82–“Can My Life Actually Make A Difference?” In this episode, Christina speaks about: the power of faith the key to God’s heart Where to turn when we are desperate Listen now: Episode #82–“Can My Life Actually Make A Difference?” May this podcast […]
On this feast day of Saint Ignatius of Loyola, in which we also are commemorating the 500th anniversary of his conversion, it is a perfect time for us to turn and reflect upon the life of this saint, especially in how he modeled walking the path of holiness. For the life of Saint Ignatius of Loyola is a profoundly powerful example of how humility can serve as the gateway for living out a life of sanctity. Ignatius, born in 1491, pursued all the pursuits that were commiserate with a young man of his times. He pursued status as a page, […]
In this Say Yes to Holiness podcast, Christina shares Food for the Head, Heart, Hands and Feet that focuses upon how we might cultivate the virtue of faith and become more faithful in our day-to-day lives. You can check out the episode here: Episode #81–“Growing Your Faith In The Midst of Life” In this episode, Christina speaks about: Cultivating a faithful habit of mind Being a faithful intercessor for others Growing in faithfulness during day-to-day life Listen now: Episode #81–“Growing Your Faith In The Midst of Life” May this podcast help inspire, encourage and accompany you to continue doing WHATEVER IT […]
In this Say Yes to Holiness podcast, Christina shares Food for the Head, Heart, Hands and Feet to to assist you in setting aside fear and anxiety to become an abiding place of mercy. You can check out the episode here: Episode #80–“Setting Aside Fear and Anxiety To Become Abiding Places of Mercy” In this episode, Christina speaks about: Jesus’ desire for our hearts to be abiding places of mercy Setting aside fear and anxiety Moving beyond introspection and self-analysis into charitable action Listen now: Episode #80–“Setting Aside Fear and Anxiety To Become Abiding Places of Mercy” May this podcast help […]
In this special episode of the Say Yes to Holiness podcast, Christina speaks about how to create an Unhackable life by stepping into flow. You can check out the episode here: Special Episode–Creating an Unhackable Life by Stepping Into Flow This is a recording of the planning and on-hands workshop that occurred earlier this month which focused upon helping you close the gap between dreaming and doing by specifically talking about flow and how to step into it in order to create the Unhackable life of freedom, happiness, and fulfillment you desire. Best of all, this workshop gives you some […]
God desires mercy, not sacrifice. But what does a spirit of mercy look like? In this latest episode of the Connections Between Faith and Life series, Christina shares what a spirit of mercy looks like and how it might up in our daily lives. Watch here: What Does A Spirit Of Mercy Look Like? In the Gospel, Jesus speaks often about, and acts frequently in mercy, so we should take the time to reflect upon what attitudes and habits are necessary to cultivate a spirit of mercy similar to our Lord in our own life. To learn more, watch: What […]