May 9, 2026 Bishop Michael Burbidge of the Diocese of Arlington, Virginia, offered a prayer for the love and support mothers provide. A Prayer for All Mothers Good and gracious God, We thank you for all mothers — the women you have called to bring forth new life and...
May 8, 2026 Prayer upon receiving Holy Communion the first time Lord Jesus Christ, in the Sacrament of the Eucharist You left us the outstanding manifestation of Your limitless love for us. Thank You for giving us the opportunity to experience this love in the...
May 7, 2026 Brian Wallace wrote the poem “No Visitors” about his grandmother Madeleine, known as Mal to her grandchildren. “She was a truly great person, an Irish floor lady in a Bridgeport corset factory,” Wallace recalled. “Strong, shrewd, humorous — she could nail...
May 6, 2026 The following excerpt is from “The Reckless Way of Love,” published by Plough Publishing, a collection of writings from Servant of God Dorothy Day. Lord, Teach Me to Pray By Dorothy Day “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances;...
May 5, 2026 The following reflection is excerpted from “Experiencing the Father’s Embrace in Loss & Grief: Finding Unbroken Courage in Times of Crisis” by Trisha Frost There are all sorts of heartaches and heartbreaks in life. They say that misery loves company,...
May 4, 2026 “For life and death are one, even as the river and the sea are one.”— Kahlil Gibran Sign Up for Healing Journey Messages Receive a daily message to your email address. Learn About Our Bereavement...
