Faith Hakesley
Angels All Around Us
+JMJ+ A review of Anthony DeStefano's new children's book from Sophia Press, How the Angels Got Their Wings. Hi, everyone! It's been...
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Faith Hakesley
- Apr 11
- 2 min
Easter 2022 Gift Recommendations
+JMJ+ Are you looking for some Easter gifts that will surely be treasured for years to come? Here are some great suggestions for kids and...
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Faith Hakesley
- Mar 8
- 2 min
A Word to My Fellow Ladies on International Women’s Day 2022
+JMJ+ To my fellow ladies: Today and everyday (but especially today on International Women’s Day), let us take back the true meaning of...
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Faith Hakesley
- Feb 13
- 3 min
Preparing for the One
Sharing some helpful suggestions for preparing for marriage to the one God has prepared for you from my good friend, Witlee Ethan, and...
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Faith Hakesley
- Dec 19, 2021
- 3 min
The Gift of Life
+JMJ+ The deacon distributing Holy Communion this morning unexpectedly blessed my belly (or, rather, the baby growing inside my belly)....
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Faith Hakesley
- Dec 13, 2021
- 2 min
Let’s Talk!
A new venture with the Ruth Institute +JMJ+ I am so excited to announce that I am joining with the Ruth Institute to bring you a new...
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Faith Hakesley
- Dec 9, 2021
- 2 min
Living Out God’s Plan
+JMJ+ Whenever I hear someone's story of sexual abuse (or any kind of pain and suffering) I have a sudden, deep-down desire to "break...
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Faith Hakesley
- Dec 1, 2021
- 3 min
Christmas Books Gift Guide and a Giveaway
Offering some book recommendations (and also doing a little giveaway) that would make wonderful Christmas gifts +JMJ+ The Advent season...
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Faith Hakesley
- Nov 23, 2021
- 4 min
Christmas Stories that will Grow with Your Children
Reviews of Anthony DeStefano’s two latest children’s books +JMJ+ I have two more children’s books to share with you all this week but...
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Faith Hakesley
- Nov 16, 2021
- 4 min
Staying Away from Toxic and Abusive Relatives
A gentle reminder about distancing yourself from abusive/toxic relationships +JMJ+ The holidays are fast approaching and I want to...
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Faith Hakesley
- Sep 14, 2021
- 4 min
The Beauty of the Cross
A reflection on the feast of the Exaltation of the Cross +JMJ+ Last night, my amazing and dear friend, Witlee (Live Each Day with Purpose...
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Faith Hakesley
- Aug 24, 2021
- 2 min
One Year Ago Today…
+JMJ+ Glimmers of Grace was released one year ago today. I am deeply humbled and immensely grateful for your support, feedback, and help...
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Faith Hakesley
- Aug 10, 2021
- 3 min
The Master Psychologist
A review of Jesus the Master Psychologist by Dr. Ray Guarendi +JMJ+ In a time when we are surrounded by chaos and so many of us are...
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Faith Hakesley
- Jul 27, 2021
- 3 min
Walking Through the Pain
+JMJ+ Triggers. They can hit when you least expect them and can be brought on by things you least expect. One day something might trigger...
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Faith Hakesley
- Jul 24, 2021
- 4 min
Feeding Your Body and Mind
+JMJ+ I want so much for you to feel good, healthy, and as strong as possible and so want to remind you that what you eat affects your...
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Faith Hakesley
- Jun 5, 2021
- 6 min
Stop the Blame
Victim blaming: what it is and why it needs to stop +JMJ+ I have something to say about a very serious issue that has reared its ugly...
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Faith Hakesley
- Jun 4, 2021
- 9 min
The Sexual Abuse Scandal: Still Staring Us Right in the Face
+JMJ+ Have you ever stopped and wondered what's happening with the Catholic Church sexual abuse scandal? It was big news in Boston when...
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Faith Hakesley
- May 24, 2021
- 3 min
New Children's Books
A review of Classic Bible Comics and All You Holy Women, Pray for Us +JMJ+ It finally feels like Spring here in New England. Alleluia!...
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Faith Hakesley
- Apr 7, 2021
- 2 min
Jesus of Divine Mercy
A reflection on Jesus of Divine Mercy +JMJ+ Jesus suffered everything we suffered. He joins us in our suffering and never leaves our...
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Faith Hakesley
- Mar 11, 2021
- 5 min
The Holy Name of Jesus
Encouraging respect for God's holy name +JMJ+ It seems that everywhere these days we hear the name of God being taken in vain, and many...
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