Tag Archives: prayer

Sail on

Posted on June 7, 2021 by Kate Kresse

Get your rose-colored glasses ready! We know that optimism has been linked to better mental and physical health, and even to a longer life. How, then, to quiet optimism’s opposite: the naysayers in your mind that tend to dwell on … Continue reading →

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What will you plant in your soul

Posted on January 8, 2015 by Kate Kresse

“Every moment and every event of every man’s life on earth plants something in his soul”. ~ Thomas Merton Our days are filled with a series of moments and hours. Sometimes they fly by, sometimes they move slowly, and sometimes … Continue reading →

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TGIM ~ Thank God It’s Monday

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Kate Kresse

So here we are, my dears. It is Monday~ and we have the rest of the week in front of us. Does that fill you with joy, anxiety, or dread? For me, it varies. I am restored after a weekend … Continue reading →

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Attitude is the mind’s paintbrush

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Kate Kresse

Here is an article that I came across today. I hope it brightens your day. So many times I have reminded myself and others that each day is a gift, and there is a bright side to our situations. Sometimes … Continue reading →

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To sleep, perchance to dream

Posted on April 27, 2014 by Kate Kresse

This morning I awoke feeling refreshed and well rested. Saturday morning I was dragging because I could not sleep a wink on Friday night. I attribute my wakefulness to a big cup of iced coffee while I tutored early Friday … Continue reading →

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The contented soul is all alone with God

Posted on February 22, 2014 by Kate Kresse

Have you ever had a sleepless night or a stressful week? I know, that’s a stupid question. I think this lovely poem by good old Robert Louis Stevenson provides an apt description of “getting away from the world” and “spending … Continue reading →

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Those with true eyes see your heart; they know you sparkle

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Kate Kresse

‘Tis September, and the summer days are fleeing. It has been a summer that renewed me in unexpected ways. A few months ago, I was going through a really difficult time. My little boat was going through some torrential times, … Continue reading →

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What Matters Most is How You see Yourself

Posted on July 26, 2013 by Kate Kresse

I thought this little picture was so cute. the little kitten envisions himself as a masterful lion. As a result, his timidity potentially transforms into courage. This is something that I regularly communicate to my students. I explain that each … Continue reading →

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angelus

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Kate Kresse

I have two quotes to light the path today: “Always continue the climb. It is possible for you to do whatever you choose, if you first get to know who you are, and are willing to work with a power … Continue reading →

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Two Ways to Live Your Life

Posted on January 4, 2013 by Kate Kresse

You know, I think that is a beautiful way to think of it. Of course, when you stop to think about it, every moment is a miracle. Every moment gives a chance to be loving, see the extraordinary in the … Continue reading →

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Prayer Request for One of My Cherished Students

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Kate Kresse

For months now I have been tutoring a young man that has his heart set on getting into the Air Force. He had already taken the ASVAB test (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Test) a few months ago and came … Continue reading →

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A Prayer and Link About Hope

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Kate Kresse

There is a blog/blogger (Terry) I have become acquainted with over the last few months. She is a ray of sunshine, a guiding light, and a FONT of information. She is a gracious, faithfilled lady. Friday she had such an … Continue reading →

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Prayer and Life

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Kate Kresse

I came across a quote I like about prayer, written by St. Therese of Lisieux. “For me, prayer means launching out of the heart towards God; it means lifting up one’s eyes, quite simply, to Heaven, a cry of grateful … Continue reading →

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Meet Jesus At the Well

Posted on March 31, 2012 by Kate Kresse

I formulated the idea for this post on the 31st of March; but due to other obligations I couldn’t put the post together until today. I am sorry for clogging your mailboxes with so much today. But when you read, … Continue reading →

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I Shall Not Live in Vain

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Kate Kresse

Do you have days when you wonder if you are doing all you can? I am not just talking about the proverbial ‘things to do list’. I am not talking about a ‘bucket list’ either. But I am talking about … Continue reading →

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A Prayer About Giving Up

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Kate Kresse

A very dear friend shared this prayer today. I think it fits very nicely with the idea of being faith-filled, optimistic, and joy-forwarding. Thank you, dear Cynthia for this prayer. “A Prayer Give up complaining; Be grateful. Give up pessimism; Be … Continue reading →

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My Day of Prayer

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Kate Kresse

A wise teacher once told me that the best way to stay close to God is to make each day a prayer from the moment I awaken until I am falling asleep. So that is how my day began. I … Continue reading →

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