Saint Ambrose Feast: 7th December Patronage: Bee keepers, Bishops, Policemen Saint Ambrose was a peaceful man, known as the man who aided St Augustine of Hippo and mentored him through his conversion. Saint Ambrose was a bishop whom “viewed the church as rising above the ruins of the Roman Empire” (1). St Ambrose, originally […]
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Saint Lucy Feast: 13th December Patronage: Blind St Lucy, was a beautiful Saint; virtuous and kind. As a young teenager she devoted herself to Christ and consecrated herself and her virginity to him. She was born into a rich family and was told to marry a rich pagan man. She denied him and pleaded with
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Saint John Damascene Feast day: 4th December Priest, Father and Doctor of the Church St John Damascene was known as one of the greatest poets of the Church. Born in Damascus in the 7th century his first occupation position was ‘chief revenue officer’ just like his father. He later became a monk at St
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Saint Catherine of Alexandria Feast: 25th November Patronage: Philosophers, preachers and young girls I was intrigued to find out more about St Catherine as she is the patron of young girls, which I feel is very relevant to many of us who have daughters; nieces; goddaughters; granddaughters who could spiritually benefit from St Catherines
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Saint Elizabeth of Hungary Feast: 19th November (Traditional); 17th November (New) Patronage: Catholic charities St Elizabeth, patron of the Third Order of St Francis and patron of Catholic charities as well, was born into a family of great wealth. Elizabeth was one of the daughters of the King of Hungary, yet she chose to lead
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Hmm… so yesterday I was a bit hungry around breakfast time as always although this was after my yoghurt and coffee so I decided to make a shake and this is what I had in my fridge! Smoothie! 1/2 teaspoon cacao Banana small handful blueberries 2 strawberries 2 stems brocolini Smidgen natural yoghurt 1/2 teaspoon
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Green SUPER Smoothie Ingredients: -A handfull of green baby spinach leaves -1 cup coconut water -Half a banana (-Sometimes 1/4 apple) -Teaspoon of Chia seeds Method: Blend all together! = Yumo! Healthy and perfect start to your day! I have one for breaky most mornings! You may also add Goji berries; lemon; dates; Kale (a favourite
Saint Elizabeth Feast 5th November Patronage: Pregnant mothers and mothers A personal favourite of mine is dear Saint Elizabeth, cousin to Our Lady. How blessed was Saint Elizabeth to be one of the first to know that Mary was the Mother of God. What an honour. The event of ‘The Visitation’ is remembered and reflected
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All Saints day Feast: 1st November This week’s Saint of the week is extremely special because we celebrate All Saints! All Saints day is a sacred solemnity celebrating each and every Saint, known and unknown alike. Each Saint is celebrated and recognised. The day significantly commemorates all who have left this world and attained the beatific
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I have been interested in health and super foods for quite some time, although I am not claiming to be an expert by any means. I have introduced a few super foods and alternatives to my family’s meals as economically as possible, much to my husband’s non impressed eyebrow raise! Its all about balance
