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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!

Reign of God Sunday

Posted on November 24, 2013 by sstyves

We celebrate Jesus as King today. I used to throw an Epiphany party where guests had to come dressed as royalty. It was always great fun. Christ however was not that kind of king. He was hung on a cross … Continue reading →

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Today I was on retreat with the Ignatian Lay Volunteers. We had a morning of remembering and I was finally able to spend some time reflecting on my experience in South Africa. One of the readings was about slaves and … Continue reading →

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Change Is Not Always Easy

Posted on November 23, 2013 by sstyves

This fall I began a different role at work. I was excited by it but today it was finally announced that I will be returning to my former position effective December 1–though I resume my duties in fact Monday. The … Continue reading →

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Poetry of God

Posted on November 21, 2013 by sstyves

This fall I went on retreat with poet Malcolm Guite and created this one afternoon. I had not written a poem in a long time. Finding God in All   Distracted by beauty, seeing God in all things Holiness whispering … Continue reading →

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Inspirational

Posted on November 19, 2013 by sstyves

What inspires you? What drives you? Motivates you? Where does your passion erupt? Motivational Mondays, or MoMondays for short, took off just over a year ago here and I spoke at the third one. Tonight was the one year anniversary … Continue reading →

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Do Not Be Led Astray

Posted on November 17, 2013 by sstyves

So often when life gets tough, it is easy to look elsewhere than to the One who already knows the issue.  The readings are hard today. Malachi warns the evildoers that they will be stubble. The Psalm is a favourite … Continue reading →

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Soaring Surprise

Posted on November 17, 2013 by sstyves

When I was out for a walk earlier this afternoon, I heard a vaguely familiar sound. I looked across the river and saw an eagle flying towards a tree. To my utter amazement it joined three other eagles, all of … Continue reading →

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Relaxed

Posted on November 16, 2013 by sstyves

I got together with two friends and colleagues tonight. One arrived bundled warmly in a hat, coat and mitts; the other with a light jacket. I smiled. Only here on the prairies do we understand cold. I was so grateful … Continue reading →

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Frustration

Posted on November 15, 2013 by sstyves

How do you find God in those moments when frustration and stress overwhelm you? It is easy to sing God’s praises when all is going well and everything is joyful but what about when you struggle to see that God … Continue reading →

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Fading Light

Posted on November 13, 2013 by sstyves

The days are shorter now. I find myself waking up and wanting to snuggle into the covers, stay warm and tap the snooze button. I miss the light already. I have started doing a novena to shed some of the … Continue reading →

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