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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!

Hosanna!!

Posted on April 13, 2014 by sstyves

Today is Palm Sunday, the start of a week-long journey to Jerusalem and the cross. Today though the cross seems a million miles away as the crowds celebrate and hope for a change. Branches raised high in pews today were … Continue reading →

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Hope Shines Through

Posted on April 12, 2014 by sstyves

I was at the prison for my monthly volunteer time tonight and I met a very interesting young man from Northern Canada. He was first arrested at age (almost) 10. Half of his life has been spent behind bars. He … Continue reading →

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Melting Snow

Posted on April 11, 2014 by sstyves

I took this photo about a week ago and the snow is melting here since. I have been home for a week and do not seem to have mice scurrying around. This is a blessing. I can maybe start cleaning … Continue reading →

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Such Beauty

Posted on April 9, 2014 by sstyves

Now that spring is sneaking in through the back door, I must confess that I love to drive in this province of mine. The wildlife is returning to activity and the vast prairies roll out, still sprinkled with snow, but … Continue reading →

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Flying High

Posted on April 8, 2014 by sstyves

I think even the birds are happy that the sun was shining today and the temperatures warm. I saw many hawks and a bald eagle as I drove through my beautiful province. Once I got outside the city, the snow … Continue reading →

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Out on a Limb

Posted on April 7, 2014 by sstyves

Today’s first reading is one that I have loved from the day I first read it. A priest told me about it: Daniel 13 and the story of Susanna.  This lovely story is only read on weekdays at masses. I … Continue reading →

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Come out!

Posted on April 6, 2014 by sstyves

I love today’s Gospel reading of the Raising of Lazarus. When I was in Singapore, I went to a concert by Corrinne May who had a song entitled Lazarus that caught my attention. “Lazarus, come out of your tomb.” The … Continue reading →

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Control to Compassion

Posted on April 5, 2014 by sstyves

There are signs of life in the stalemate of spring. This weekend I have been in a retreat entitled Control to Compassion by Fr. Michael Crosby and it echoes the outside world. If we can let go, something much more … Continue reading →

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What is Essential

Posted on April 4, 2014 by sstyves

For those of you who follow me regularly, you may have wondered where I was. I took a break from the Internet during my silent retreat. I had a very powerful and healing time in the stillness. I brought my … Continue reading →

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Which God?

Posted on March 27, 2014 by sstyves

Which God do you worship? There are many. Some we do not even know we bow down to. Perhaps you do not worship any God at all, except your own power and independence. I am going on retreat for a … Continue reading →

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