A few weeks ago I told you all that as part of our prosperity transformation we were to stop reading—magazines, books, e-mail, etc.—for one solid week. Not only that but also to turn off, or severely restrict ALL devices— laptops, computers, radio, TV, iPad, Kindle, anything with an on/off switch. And, of course, no social media!
It was suggested by doing this we might find that the time we waste being distracted might better be used to say, go to the gym, take a walk, create something, connect with others or nurture our relationship with God. [Read more…]

It’s Week 10. It’s part of a 12-week journey into creating an abundant life. We are challenged to dig deep into our beliefs and fears to a spiritual way of living a life in freedom of fear and want and to replace them with gratitude, generosity, and creativity.

During the process, if we are faithful in reading and completing the assigned tasks each week, we will come out with a new perception of prosperity. We will have discovered that God has created us to trust him, not the material world. And He has given us gifts to share with others–gifts that may have been stifled by the busyness of our lives and the never-ending quest for prosperity outside of ourselves. [Read more…]

Learning how to just “be” in a busy, busy world where accomplishments and scratched off to do lists are worn as badges of honor eludes most women I talk with.

Those who juggle family, friends, church, social life—oh, and the gym—along with careers seem to have the same feelings of fatigue, anxiety, and a nagging sense that they are not right in their spirit.

Getting it all done may feel productive in the world’s sense of the word but what is it producing in me as a woman, as a person or in my relationships with others? Is this truly accomplishment or fulfilling? [Read more…]

Growing up in the Catholic Church, the Lenten season, which starts on Ash Wednesday, the 40 days before Easter Sunday, signified the days before Jesus’ death on the cross as a sacrifice of love for us and His subsequent rise from the grave.
For some of us, it was a time of fasting or sacrificing something significant in our lives. Limited in my belief and so immature in my understanding, I would usually give up candy, soda or something that gave me great comfort—I found it painful on so many levels. As I grew older, drinking alcohol was set aside for the 40-day period. As I said, I gave up what comforted me. [Read more…]