Loretta's Book
Reflections
For the Train People
“For the train people.”
The street crossing altered the hum of the railroad ties underneath us. I looked up at the change in rhythm and noticed graffiti on the side...
Ignatian Prayer
Seeing Jesus and All Things in a New Light
After the Resurrection, everything must have looked new for Mary Magdalene, whose feast is July 22. Contemplate for a moment Mary bringing the good news to those women who...
Spirituality
Exercising with God
Sit-ups, leg lifts, and squats: how can I pray at all times when I’m supposed to be exercising?
I wonder how the people in Thessalonica responded to St. Paul’s letter...
Reflections
My Attitude About Time and Manna
Each day, God gives me enough time.
It sure doesn’t feel like it.
Today I did not have time to play my guitar or piano or read a novel, nor did...
Ignatian Prayer
Elizabeth Meets Jesus
Similar to St. Ignatius’s contemplation involving an encounter between Mary and her Son after his Resurrection, this meditation is not based on Scripture. However, Luke 1:5–56 inspired this story.
I...
Reflections
God’s Glance
In our new apartment, we hung pictures of our 10 grandchildren down the length of the hall. Our younger son said jokingly, “You're going to have to get a...