Rejoice and Praise

Reflections on faith, hope, and the quiet journey with Christ

  • RUN, Run Away, Runaway

    Darkness is not the end of the journey. With grace, you will see the light and bloom in your own way. RUN, Run Away, Runaway is a spiritual journey inspired by St. John of the Cross and St. Thérèse of Lisieux. Read ⇢

    RUN, Run Away, Runaway
  • When I Am Sick

    Sometimes when we are sick, tired, or simply out of words, prayer becomes very simple. In the midst of everyday responsibilities, we can rest in God’s presence and trust Him to carry us quietly through the day. ❤️🙏 Read ⇢

    When I Am Sick
  • Homer, History, and Discernment

    When I considered seeing the latest adaptation of The Odyssey, I found myself reflecting on something much deeper than a film. Before asking what the past says about us, perhaps we must first allow the past to speak for itself. A reflection on Homer, Scripture, discernment, and why the classics… Read ⇢

    Homer, History, and Discernment
  • The Quiet Work of Faith

    The Quiet Work of Faith is a collection of reflections on discovering God’s presence in the ordinary moments of everyday life. Through Scripture, prayer, and the quiet rhythms of daily living, these pages invite readers to slow down, listen, and recognize the gentle work of God’s grace that is often… Read ⇢

    The Quiet Work of Faith
  • Morning Offering

    Through illness, we learn to trust in God’s gentle presence, transforming our experiences into opportunities for growth and gratitude. As I return to my daily routine, I am reminded that God’s work never stops, even when mine does. Read ⇢

    Morning Offering
  • Heaven Has Smiled Upon Me

    During a week of illness, I found solace in the quiet and grace that surrounded me. God’s gentle hand led me to a deeper appreciation for His love and the beauty of His presence in my life. Read ⇢

    Heaven Has Smiled Upon Me
  • Tapestry

    Each thread in the tapestry of life, much like St. Thérèse’s Read ⇢

    Tapestry
  • A Prayer for Our Children

    A heartfelt prayer for our children, asking God to protect, guide, and lovingly lead them throughout life’s journey. A reflection on parenting, trust, and placing our children in God’s hands. Read ⇢

    A Prayer for Our Children
  • The Many Names of God Throughout Scripture

    Throughout Scripture, God reveals Himself through many names, each unveiling another facet of His character. From Yahweh-Jireh, our Provider, to Yahweh-Shammah, the Lord is There, these names remind us that the God who walked with His people throughout biblical history continues to walk faithfully with us today. Read ⇢

    The Many Names of God Throughout Scripture

Meet the Author.

This blog began as a way to record my spiritual journey for my children, whom my husband and I were blessed to adopt later in life. What started as a personal reflection has grown into a space where I share insights on faith, truth, parenting, and the quiet work of forming the soul. My hope is to encourage others seeking God’s light in an often noisy world.

Reflections on faith, truth, and the quiet work of forming the soul.