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Daughters, Fathers and the Activities that Strengthen our Relationships

September 30, 2014 by Lisa Schmidt 5 Comments

I’ve heard it said that daughters carry their fathers with them even when they aren’t around. Today is the anniversary of my father’s death, so that phrase is on my mind today, a phrase that certainly rings true for me. I probably carry Dad in my heart even more today, five years later. September 30, … [Read more…]

Posted in: Family, Schmidt, Lisa Tagged: Fatherhood, Lenny Underhill

The Adventurous 7 Quick Takes

August 2, 2014 by Lisa Schmidt 10 Comments

A New Blog Design, Radio Gigs, Hobnobbing with Blogging Greats, and Roller Coaster Rides!

Posted in: 7 Quick Takes, Schmidt, Lisa Tagged: 7 Quick Takes, Deacon Formation, Diaconate, Lenny Underhill, Radio

Doing Small Things With Great Love. I Hope.

September 30, 2013 by Lisa Schmidt 17 Comments

Saint Thérèse of Lisieux died on this day in 1897. So did my dad. Well, not in 1897, of course. Rather, on September 30, 2009. And it’s no small coincidence that his death occurred on the same day as the saint who is known for doing small things with great love also died.

This one’s for you, dad! I pray one day my kids will proudly say the same of me as I do about you!

Posted in: Family, Schmidt, Lisa Tagged: Lenny Underhill, Lucy, Motherhood, saints

Picturing Dad

July 31, 2013 by Lisa Schmidt 11 Comments

July 31 is one of those days. If he were still here on earth, my dad would celebrate his 62nd birthday today. Many life experiences have been celebrated since his death — more babies, his grandchildren, have been born and welcomed into our extended family; deaths and burials of other family members; job changes; marriages; new home purchases; a few winters, springs, summers, and falls. The extraordinary and the ordinary. And the Chicago Cubs still suck.

Posted in: Family, Schmidt, Lisa Tagged: Celebration, Death, Lenny Underhill

A Board of Spiritual Directors

June 29, 2012 by Lisa Schmidt 14 Comments

A friend introduced us to the practice of developing a spiritual board of directors, a personal intercessory board to pray with and for us. As Lisa celebrates her 36th year of life, here is her board of spiritual directors who can uniquely support her vocation as wife and mother.

Posted in: Faith, Schmidt, Lisa Tagged: Blessed Pope John Paul II, Jesuits, Lenny Underhill, Lisa, Opus Dei, Rule of St. Benedict, saints, Spiritual Board of Directors, St. Benedict, St. Josemaría Escrivá, St. Sebastian, St. Théodore Guérin, Vocation, Wife

Running the Race with Perseverance

February 2, 2011 by Lisa Schmidt 27 Comments

It was August 2009 and I needed a favor. I had determined the best person to ask was my sister Sarah. In a weak, desperate moment I said what every normal person says when favor-seeking, “If you do this for me, I will run Dam to Dam with you.”  (Dam to Dam is a 20-kilometer … [Read more…]

Posted in: Faith, Family, Schmidt, Lisa Tagged: Hebrews 12:1-4, Lenny Underhill, Run the race with perseverance

Advent Week 4 Reflection: Feed the Birds, That’s What She Cries

December 22, 2010 by Sarah Underhill 4 Comments

A note from the Editor: The Gospel reading for the Fourth Sunday of Advent focuses on Joseph’s role in the Christmas story. In Joseph, God gives us a model of faith, obedience, and service through sacrifice. I often think about my father when I read and reflect upon Saint Joseph, so it is timely to share … [Read more…]

Posted in: Faith, Family, Guest Contributors Tagged: Advent, Des Moines Civic Center, Father, Joseph, Lenny Underhill, Mary Poppins, Sarah Underhill
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