TOH Blog
Analysis and musings from Carrie and Noelle
A New Bride Reflects on Preparing for Marriage
Posted by Theology of Home onGuest writer, Abigail Richard, reflects on preparing for marriage amidst a society that works against it.
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Seeking Excellence: The Art of Taking Care
Posted by Theology of Home onA beautiful reflection from Denise on the art of "taking care." Be it a cancer researcher, a botanical artist, a teacher who sees how to improve a failing system, or simply seeing through a knitting project as a novice -- taking care to do things well is an act of great love and surprising consequence.
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The Magdalene Cake (Orange Cardamom Chiffon)
Posted by Theology of Home onAn aromatic cake modeled after our popular Magdalene candle. This Orange Cardamom Chiffon Cake will be a favorite all summer long.
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Access to the House of God
Posted by Theology of Home onWhat does it mean to have access to someone's house? A Psalm inspires deep musings from Denise on the intimacy of friendship and what we might learn about one another and about Our Lord.
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The Miraculous Medal: Ireland's Hope and Ours
Posted by Theology of Home onA holy medal tumbling from a ballot box as the voting papers are emptied out feels like a cry from the past. The quiet roar of a forgotten people. It’s as if the older Ireland that Irish people are now instructed to feel ashamed of – with its strange traditions and superstitions – is whispering into the political ether: "We’re still here."
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The Out-of-the Box Vocation
Posted by Theology of Home onReading the life of Caryll Houselander prompts some thoughtful musings from Denise about the notion of vocation for ourselves and our children.
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Making Beauty in Our Homes Indispensable
Posted by Theology of Home onI recently met Lucia Bertaggia and Margherita Vezzani, the masterminds behind Barefoot Home. Both women were raised in Italy and have brought the bounty of their culture to the U.S. in their stunning linen products. Their goal is to “make beauty indispensable.”
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The Gift of Great Taste
Posted by Theology of Home onA recipe featuring the ingredients from our newly added gift box: The Gift of Great Taste!
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