May 14, 2020
Dear Friends,
Sharing my faith with you has been a joy. Thank you for your kindness in reading and following Our Lady's Garden, your interest has been encouraging.
I must step away, at this time, to pursue another interest - public service.
I have been a local school board member for 20 years and am seeking a position in the Wyoming State Senate. My campaign has reached a point where I can not post or update this site like I would like.
I hope to continue updating the First Friday and Saturday dates and leave the devotions, blogs, and Moma's House for you to enjoy. I will continue to pray for you and ask you to please pray for me. I only wish to remain firmly in God's Will.
Your sister in Christ,
Stefanie Bell
Dear Friends,
Sharing my faith with you has been a joy. Thank you for your kindness in reading and following Our Lady's Garden, your interest has been encouraging.
I must step away, at this time, to pursue another interest - public service.
I have been a local school board member for 20 years and am seeking a position in the Wyoming State Senate. My campaign has reached a point where I can not post or update this site like I would like.
I hope to continue updating the First Friday and Saturday dates and leave the devotions, blogs, and Moma's House for you to enjoy. I will continue to pray for you and ask you to please pray for me. I only wish to remain firmly in God's Will.
Your sister in Christ,
Stefanie Bell
Our Lady -
We are proud to call Mary,
the mother of Jesus,
Our Lady.
For mothers, seeking to raise children in the
modern world, we gladly turn to the example of
Our Lady for guidance and consolation
in this our "vale of tears".
This site is consecrated through the
Immaculate Heart of Mary to
the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Celebrating Matthias!
It is hard to believe that 14 years ago,
Matthias changed our lives.
Friends and family may have worried that it would ruin us.
After all, losing a child . . .
Matthias' story is not about surviving the loss of our son,
it is about being truly grateful for our son.
We invite you into those days, not knowing what was about to happen, how it would change us.
We invite you to celebrate our gift of God,
Matthias Ambrose.
Matthias, please pray for us
Three Days is a Lifetime!
The story of
Matthias Ambrose
The Miracle of the Sun
Our Lady's Message is for us
everyday!
Change is tough.
It can challenge our faith and cause us anxiety.
If you struggle with change -
big and little,
join me in this novena-
authored by Servant of God,
Surrender to the Will of God, Father Don Dolindo Ruotolo.
The Five First Saturdays
Seek to console the
Immaculate Heart
of our
Sorrowful Mother
in this devotion.
First Friday Alert
June 5th, 2020
How do we best observe
this Friday's Devotion to The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
without the ability to receive the Blessed Eucharist
or the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
After consulting a faithful priest,
this is the best advice I have to offer -
Receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation is not possible
Suggestion - Spend time in prayer followed by an
Reject Any Attraction to Sin
This component of the Nine First Fridays is the hardest for me.
Each month, like clockwork, my true nature is revealed.
It is a great opportunity to reject sin in my life.
Offer a Act of Contrition
There are many approved prayers for the
Maybe this month is the time to read and consider offering a different prayer that speaks to your heart.
Receiving the Eucharist is not possible.
Suggestion - Prayerfully prepare (including the one-hour fast)
actively participate in a virtual Mass. This is available in many forms including on Catholic radio stations, You Tube, and EWTN
Offer an Act of Spiritual Communion
Example from the USCCB
Amen.
Bring your First Friday Petition to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Offer an Our Father,
Hail Mary,
and a Glory Be
for the intentions of the Holy Father.
Finally,
Offer a Prayer of Thanksgiving for the Church and
Sacraments that we have enjoyed by perhaps have taken for granted.
No longer. Thank you Jesus for not leaving us alone.
Thank you for sending the Holy Spirit and
blessing us through His Church.
Come, Holy Spirit!
Come Now!
Come, As You wish!
Jesus, We trust in You,
Jesus, We trust in You,
Jesus, We Trust In You!
More Information
on the
Nine First
Fridays
Details
and
Promises
Do you have a burning petition?
Don't miss out.
Knock and Jesus will open
the door.
First Saturday Alert
June 6th, 2020
Give a gift to Our Lady
this Easter Season!
"How can there be too many children?
That is like saying there are too many flowers." Mother Theresa
"If every tiny flower wanted to be a rose, spring would lose its loveliness.”
Therese of Lisieux