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About sstyves

A Canadian prairie girl rooted in Ignatian spirituality, I seek God in all things. Whether I catch a glimpse of the Divine and delight in its presence in nature or in the beauty of an encounter with someone, I am ever so grateful that I can recognize the Creator. I greet each new day with hope and happiness, expecting blessings and miracles because I am created to praise, love and serve God. This blog is one way of realizing that through my writings, prayers, and photography. To God be the Glory!

Hope Dances

Posted on April 4, 2015 by sstyves

Holy Saturday is a day that does not get the attention it deserves. Not many of us like to wait, especially to wait in the dark of a tomb. We prefer to bask in the light. We want to be … Continue reading →

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Blessings and Betrayals

Posted on April 3, 2015 by sstyves

The veneration of the cross was something I learned to love on my first visit to Taize two decades ago. The cross laid on the floor allowed us to come forward and to lay our heads upon it. This way … Continue reading →

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God Bends Low

Posted on April 2, 2015 by sstyves

This holy night gives us an example of how to live. God, in the form of a human being, as Jesus, kneels before us his creatures, takes off his outer garments–strips down to the bare minimum, takes a towel and … Continue reading →

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Mothers Before the Cross

Posted on April 1, 2015 by sstyves

I had this image recently of Mary standing before the cross with the two other mothers of the men on his right and left. I am not sure why it came but I have held it gently these past few … Continue reading →

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Road Home

Posted on March 31, 2015 by sstyves

I saw the children’s film, Home, today, with my goddaughter and her family. Perhaps because we are in Holy Week, I made a connection to the Passion and of giving up our lives for those we love. The film is … Continue reading →

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Compassionate Actions

Posted on March 30, 2015 by sstyves

What is the most compassionate act that you have done? What has been the most beautiful act of compassion done to you? We enter Holy Week and are in wait mode. Now is the acceptable time to ponder deep questions … Continue reading →

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For Others

Posted on March 30, 2015 by sstyves

The Lord needs a colt this Palm Sunday, and equally as important he needs someone to do him the favour of going to get one. St. Ignatius believed that humble service was essential. Our lives must be for others, for … Continue reading →

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The Beauty of Our Lives

Posted on March 27, 2015 by sstyves

Last week I was at a funeral for a 98-year-old friend. Today was another funeral for a friend’s 90-year-old father who played piano for events planned by a committee I served on for many years. That committee really was one … Continue reading →

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Communal Blessings

Posted on March 27, 2015 by sstyves

Last night two dozen friends gathered in the small chapel of my church to participate in the sacrament of the anointing of the sick. I had selected the readings for it based on my desire to make this illness a … Continue reading →

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May It Be Done

Posted on March 25, 2015 by sstyves

When was the last time you were visited by an angel? What was your initial reaction? Did the encounter require an action? Today is the Solemnity of the Annuciation, the event celebrating Gabriel’s visit to Mary who tells her she … Continue reading →

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