by Becky Eldredge | Jun 26, 2017 | Hope, Love & Mercy, Prayer
During mass I often gaze at the crucifix. When I do, I often feel both sorrow and hopeful. My heart aches at what Jesus went through, and at the same time, I know I am gazing at a sign of hope, God’s ability to overcome anything, even death. This...
by Becky Eldredge | Jun 19, 2017 | Hope, Ignatian Spirituality, Love & Mercy, Prayer, Spiritual Direction
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where it is hard to hold onto hope? I know that at times this past year, I’ve felt overwhelmed with sadness and hopelessness when we’ve received a report that my grandfather’s treatments were not...
by Becky Eldredge | Jun 5, 2017 | Examen, Hope, Ignatian Spirituality
One of my friends and colleagues who helps make hope real for me is Andy Otto. I first met Andy when we were exhibit booth neighbors at a Catholic Conference. At the time, I was working for Charis Ministries, and he was working for a Catholic TV station...
by Becky Eldredge | May 29, 2017 | Hope, Prayer
My kids’ school year came to an end last Wednesday. As the last day approached, I could feel the weariness in my body and mind. There was a part of me that felt pure relief also when I picked them up on the last day, yet, I fought back tears in...
by Becky Eldredge | May 15, 2017 | Discernment, Hope
About a month ago, we went on a Cub Scout family campout. In the middle of the night, my three year old daughter needed to use the restroom. Half awake, I pulled myself out of the sleeping-bag, stumbled my way to the door of the tent,...
