A winter storm is predicted for tonight, so I am hunkered down with my bed coffee and a week's worth of newspapers here in the big girl sleigh bed.
We might take a quick drive over to the Grotto this afternoon to light our candles and then my JB has requested that we contemplate a different layout for the living room. Poor dear...he really would be more comfortable sitting in a recliner to watch his sporting things on the TeeVee, but he is relegated to the sectional instead because SOMEBODY didn't plan on another human person ever stepping foot inside CS2.
My instinct is to find a lovely rocker recliner for him, but he swears he would be happy enough with the one that is currently holding bags next to the Happy Chair.
Other than that...my only plan for the weekend is to attend to mail and paperwork at the dining room table and to stitch my eyeballs out. It's only been a day or two without needle and thread in my hand, but I'm already starting to feel a bit twitchy.
(Hmmmm. Could that be a sign of addiction? Or maybe stitching is good medicine that keeps the black dog at bay?)
No matter....I just know that the longer I fall into this thing of ours, the better I feel mentally, physically, and spiritually.
Speaking of...
In the category of "I can't seem to do anything in moderation", I've decided to try to figure out how to be Catholic. Sixteen years of Catholic school and a Great Books degree from the University of Notre Dame, and would you believe I've never read the Bible?
(Pause for guilt, shame, and recrimination to rain down upon my head.)
(Don't worry. This here blog will remain very neutral when it comes to THE BIG THREE, and I am definitely NOT a candidate for the convent just yet. I'm just going to try to figure out how to be a person, is all.)
Our provisions arrived and have been duly organized in the freezer. I'm going to try a twist on "No Peek Chicken" tomorrow. You know...the chicken and rice dish that you bake all together and it comes out delicious? Well, my JB loves pork tenderloin and got one that is pre-marinated in garlic and herbs, so I am going to try THAT on top of the rice instead.
I hope your weekend is off to a flying start and that you are going to do whatever your heart desires. If you are in the path of this storm, please stay safe!
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In addition to reading the Bible, I'm wondering if you're familiar with the writing of Richard Rohr. His books and meditations keep me going!
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ReplyDeleteThere are tons of good books and websites about the Church, but you already know that. I cannot imagine not being Catholic, so good luck on your search for answers. (Teacher of CCD for 30+ years)
Of course Vonna would be a great Catholic resource for you, too. (smile)
Although one might not have read the Bible cover to cover, the
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you probably already have a sound comprehension & understanding. Godspeed in your quest.It is an ever-rewarding
pursuit...
I would recommend googling Catholics Come Home which is designed for Catholics who have fallen out of connection with our church, and go from there. When new Catholics come into the Church through RCIA we give them a copy of the NHS Study Bible which is outlined for study and understanding the Catholic Religion.
ReplyDeleteNot NHS, silly spellcheck, NAB Bible. Also Pre marinated meat is loaded with salt, just saying.
DeleteThanks for looking out for me, Karyn! As a matter of fact...the whole dish is pretty loaded, so my portion will be itty bitty, and I'll fill up on a nice chopped salad and some steamed broccoli!
DeleteI figured, knowing you, that it would be sensible, however I worry about them having to pull too much fluid out on Monday...I like to see you stay upright is all. Gotta give the JB what he asks for. Take care Coni, love ya!
DeleteConi I’m one that has not read the Bible cover to cover. My husband is a Knight of Columbus and one of the guys shared a podcast link to a daily reading from Genesis on through.It is read by Fr Mike who then does a nice talk on what he read.The whole thing lasts 20 minutes a day. I’m enjoying it and I’m one who always found the Old Testament difficult. It’s called The Bible In A Year with Fr Mike Schmitz. It started beginning of January but the podcasts are all there to listen to from the beginning. Here is the link if you wish to check it out
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Oh pork tenderloin - goes nice in home made BBQ sauce too. A very versatile cut actually does well in stir fry dishes too!
ReplyDeleteHah - the books remind me of when we were 15 we had to take a class of 5 year olds (we each had 6 children in the groups) and we chose our subjects from the Bible. I chose Noah's Ark. All went well until one child started crying because her dog had died. Panic! Then managed to calm her and we drew animals to get off the subject slightly. Then across the hall another group were given sweets/candy by my class mate (we were told not to bring sweets) so my group went into whining and begging mode! Luckily we were being supervised and their teacher stepped in. From that moment I decided teaching of any subject would not be my future career! Funnily enough I received a certificate to say that I was qualified to teach Catechetism! I don't know how, but think it must have been a token gesture! LOL!
May the snowsewstitching commence! Stay safe and warm.xx
Kerry, I know what mean about feeling qualified. I am a Master Catechist and I still do not feel qualified at times!
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DeleteI'm reading the Bible also, it helps much with inner peace.
ReplyDeleteYum on the pork tenderloin! Stay safe and warm if you are getting the snow. It is falling here and I have been dancing a jig of joy! Happy Sunday, Coni!
ReplyDeleteThere is a storm heading our way on Tuesday. Wonder if it is the same one. Lots of snow they are saying. Hopefully I get a snow day out of it :)
ReplyDeleteAs a Catholic school girl myself, we always had Bibles in our desks. Never read them. Interestingly, the Leviticus chapter was stapled together so we couldn't peek at the "rules" regarding relations! Gotta love those nuns! And they were ALL nuns in my day.
ReplyDeleteMy husband, the cradle catholic has rarely read the bible. The missal, meditations, etc but not sat down to really read the bible. As an adult convert, my other churches taught me to read the bible first then other things (meditations, etc). Everyone had their own version of how literal to take the bible. Find one that makes sense to you. I'm doing a version now offered by a Methodist church. But I'm doing it with them because a few members are friends. My own Catholic church has not offered any out reach programs. What a shame. Find a version that "speaks" to you. Then it will make more sense. I also recommend more up-to-date version so that the English is more today vs 16th century English or whatever else is out the .
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You are right on! Pray for the Holy Spirit to help you understand scripture and even if you don't get it while you are reading it, you will see the words played out in your day/week. Churches should teach believer's to read the Bible first and foremost. Ask questions of your priest & pastors. The rest is supposed to explain or enhance teachings from the Bible, not take it's place. There are many good women's Bibles that are teaching Bibles with all the history and customs of the times written as footnotes that will help to explain the times. I suggest starting with one of those with a New King James version (so much clearer, no thees or thous). Good luck. Every read thru gives you new insight into God's intentions for us all.
DeleteBully for you, diving into the Bible. I've been all the way through about 6 times, each time a different translation; intend to do that the rest of my life (if I still have sight -- but then there are audio versions). Lots of it can be hard to understand (and most of us never will), and, to speak frankly, some parts are right boring. And remember that the beloved King James version is almost like another language, having words and expressions that meant something then that they don't today. By all means read it, and get other translations too, for clarity. A very worthwhile aim you have there.
ReplyDeleteI'm on my second time thru, with the Bible recap. It's a podcast and it takes you thru the bible in a year pretty painlessly. I highly recommend it.
ReplyDeleteCheck out The Bible in a Year Podcast with Father Mike Schmidt. There's a reading plan (about 20 minutes or so a night). He reads the day's readings out loud, and then maybe adds a 10 minute or so commentary.
ReplyDeleteYou will never regret reading the Bible for yourself. Jesus our Savior said "My words are Spirit, and they are life" (John 6:63) If you're seeking how to be a person, and to feel better spiritually, there's no other place to go. There's a reason someone said the word Bible stands for Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth. I've been reading daily for 4 years now, and agree with Connie's words above. The Holy Spirit really does and will teach you as you read. Please consider beginning with Matthew, and see where He would take you from there.
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