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Analysis and musings from Carrie and Noelle
Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus
Posted by Theology of Home onFor the Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus Denise meditates on the meaning and power of His name and the many ways it must have been woven throughout the life of the Holy Family and beyond.
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Santa Maria Novella, 14th Century Apothocary
Posted by Theology of Home onLiving in Rome, one of my favorite things to do was to visit the ancient apothecary shop Santa Maria Novella. The shop dates back to 1221 when the Dominicans first came to Florence. Upon completing their monastery just outside the Florentine walls, the industrious Dominicans set to work on studying the herbs and vegetation next to their new home. Finding the local herbs to have healing properties, the monks stocked ointments, balms and medicines in their monastic infirmary.
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Discovering Renaissance Devotionals
Posted by Theology of Home onThe goal of the exhibit was to re-frame the renaissance by telling a new story that put the focus on the home and the family instead of looking only at illustrious artists of the period. While many of the details of familial devotion may not be surprising to Catholics who live out their faith today, the exhibit showed remarkable objects of devotion that can and should inspire all of us.
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Christmas Book Treasures for All Ages
Posted by Theology of Home onThis is a rich compilation from Denise of true Christmas book gems for all ages. They might need to be tucked away in you memory to be always on the lookout for at used book stores or garage sales or to dig out from the internet.
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The Jesse Tree: Ruth
Posted by Theology of Home onDenise brings the powerful story of Ruth to us in a beautifully personal way.
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The Jesse Tree: Rahab
Posted by Theology of Home onA powerful look at Rahab, the red cord, and seeing as God sees.
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History’s Most Interesting Coat
Posted by Theology of Home onPolish nobleman Thaddeus Kosciuszko contributed to the American Revolution in many ways. He also contributed Catherine the Great's coat to Thomas Jefferson.
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Advent and Christmas Structural Mantle Arrangement
Posted by Theology of Home onA full and layered Christmas mantle arrangement can seem intimidating. Emily let's us inside her process and breaks it down for us step-by step and includes a video demonstration as well. The results are tremendous!
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