by Stephanie Barker | Apr 25, 2024 | Agapè Catholic Ministries, Health, Marriage, Marriage Prep, Parenting, Society, Spirituality, Teachings
The Divine Symphony of NFP: Ah, the dance of life within the sacred rhythm of natural family planning—a topic that ignites joy and purpose in the heart of this married Catholic mother. In the enchanting melody of marriage and motherhood, the concept of natural family...
by Michelle C. Martin | Feb 28, 2024 | Agapè Catholic Ministries, Family Life, Marriage, Parenting, Society
“Comparison is the thief of joy.” “Comparison is the thief of joy!” heard this phrase for the first time in college. For most of my sophomore year, I had to watch all my friends in leadership roles I didn’t have. My friend group was part of several...
by Michelle C. Martin | Dec 22, 2023 | Church, Liturgy, Prayer, Spirituality
But the angel said to them- “Do not be afraid” (Luke 2:10). We celebrate the angel’s candle on this fourth Sunday of Advent. This year the fourth Sunday is celebrated is on December 24th. The Angel’s Candle represents Love. The angels are God’s messengers, and...
by Michelle C. Martin | Dec 19, 2023 | Church, Liturgy, Spirituality, Teachings
“In the same region there were some shepherds staying out in the field and keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them. And they were terribly frightened. But the angel said...
by Michelle C. Martin | Oct 4, 2023 | Church, Marriage, Parenting, Prayer, Society, Spirituality
“Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon. Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope. Where there is darkness, light. Where there is sadness, joy.” St. Francis of...
