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St. Stephen

Are We Consenting to Christian Executions?

April 21, 2015 by Lisa Schmidt 9 Comments

“Now Saul was consenting to his execution.” That line from today’s first reading from the Acts of Apostles is bugging me a bit. So much that I’m putting my first thoughts out here for your comments. As the reading goes, we walk alongside Stephen as he implores the people, elders, and scribes to stop rejecting Christianity. The … [Read more…]

Posted in: Faith, Schmidt, Lisa Tagged: Rosary, saints, St. Stephen

My 2014 Spiritual Board of Directors

February 28, 2014 by Lisa Schmidt 7 Comments

Here we are marching quickly through the first quarter of 2014, and I’ve yet to host the official-yet-unofficial oath of office for my 2014 spiritual board. So here and now I present to you my 2014 Spiritual Board of Directors: seven saints reaching out to me, inspiring me, and uniquely supporting my vocation as wife and mother.

Posted in: 7 Quick Takes, Schmidt, Lisa Tagged: 7 Quick Takes, Blessed Zelie Martin, Deacon Formation, Fra Angelico, Rule of St. Benedict, saints, Spiritual Board of Directors, St. Benedict, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, St. Josemaría Escrivá, St. Joseph, St. Stephen, Stewardship, Word of the Year
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