... disparaged traditional devotions and the desire of parents that their children simply be taught the Church's teachings ... role and identity as Catholic sisters who did (indeed) contribute much to the growth of the Church in the United States and live a unique ... churches: don't romanticize the Roman Catholic Church in America on this point; the same battles exist there, in somewhat different forms ...

... to share with you today. I know that our thoughts are on Thanksgiving, but what can I share that you have not read in your devotions, heard your husband preach, or even shared yourself as you teach in your churches? ... work in my life and in your life. Let's take time to thank Him for the times He gives us for our growth, times of purifying, times of pruning. These are the times that assure us ...