Sons of Our Heart

Luke 2:35 John  19:25 Q1 What hidden sacrifices or suffering​ is God inviting me to unite with Mary and offer to him today?  Q2 How can I learn to remain faithful and present even when my heart feels pierced by sorrow or uncertainty? Q3 In what ways can I live universal mortification through small loving sacrifices in my daily life? Q4 Which saint reminds me of Mary's virtue of universal morti...

Acts 1:14   Q1 How can I like Mary remain aware of God's presence throughout my day and turn ordinary moments into prayer? Q2 When I feel anxious or distracted, how can I return to that peaceful place of prayer within me? Q3 How can I invite Mary to teach me the beauty of a heart that prays continually? Q4 Which saint reminds me of continual prayer and how can their example inspire me today?

Blind Obedience John 2:5 Do I trust that God's will for my life is always rooted in love, even when I don't understand His ways? In what areas of my life is the Lord inviting me to surrender more fully His will as Mary did? How can Mary's word "Do whatever He tells you?" guide my daily decisions and relationships? Which saint do you relate with in regards to Mary's blind obedience?

Principle Virtues of M ary: Lively Faith Luke 1:42-45 How can I awaken a faith that trusts like Mary, not only in comfort, but also in uncertainty? When I struggle to believe in God's promises What helps me remember his faithfulness? How have I criticized myself with my own inner dialogue of judgment towards? What saint do you relate with in regards to Mary's lively faith?

Week 1 of the Principle Virtues of Mary: Profound Humility Luke 1:37–38 Personal Reflection Questions Q1 How can I grow in true humility, recognizing that all my gifts and blessings come from God? Q2 In what ways can I imitate Mary’s humility by serving others without seeking recognition or praise? Q3 When pride or self-reliance arise in my heart, how can I return to the simple trust of Mary’s “ye...

Week 6 Consumed: The Glory of a Woman in Christ Luke 1:26-38 Luke 1:46-55 Song of Songs 8:6 Q1 How do you choose how you nourish, rest, speak and carry yourself? to honor that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit. Q2 What part of your heart or story is God asking you to veil, protect or sanctify for his glory?' Q3 As you prepare for the Advent season, what part is calling you into silence?...

Week 5 Consumed: Blessing or Burden Deut. 4:41-49 Q1 When have you struggled to see God's law as a blessing rather than a burden? Q2 Where are you seeking refuge that isn't God? Q3 How do you personally experience sacred rest or sacred trust? Q4 In what ways can modesty be a shelter for your body, soul, and relationships, especially when you recognize that some relationships are only meant...

Week 4 Consumed by the One True God Deut. 4-32-40 Q1 Where in your life do you feel the invitation to be consumed by God's presence? Q2 What false fires are tempting you today? Q3 How can you grow in reverence for God's word and presence? Q4 How can your femininity reflect Holy Fire whether rather than a worldly flame? Bonus: How am I allowing his flicker to grow into a bigger flame?

Consumed Week 3 The Fire of Faithfulness Deut. Ch 4 :15-31 Q1 What are some idols in your life that consume your time or affection? Q2 When have you experienced God's purifying fire? Painful but healing. Q3 How do our struggles with comparison or vanity reflect deeper heart needs?  Q4 What does it look like to dress, speak, and walk in the world as a woman consumed by faithfulness?

Consumed Week 2 Do Not Forget Deuteronomy 4:9-14 Q1 What spiritual memories do you hold close and which have you forgotten? Do you share your spiritual memories and who with? Q2 How can we as women become guardians of sacred memory in our homes and in our friendships? Q3 What practices help you remember God's goodness in seasons of doubt? Q4 How does modesty help us live out remembrance rather tha...

Join Cristina & Renee as they explore their first series- Consumed based on Deuteronomy Chapter 4.  Week 1 Hear & Obey Deut. 4:1-8 Q. 1 What emotions or thoughts come up when you hear the word obedience? Q. 2 Is it freedom or fear? Does it feel like rules or a relationship? Q. 3 How can obedience become a joyful flame instead of a fearful burden? Q. 4 Where do I need God’s fire to refine m...

Welcome to Sons of Our Heart — a podcast where two Catholic moms, Cristina and Renee , share stories of faith, motherhood, sisterhood in Christ and the beauty of walking with Christ through the joys and trials of family life. Born from friendship and the fire of the Holy Spirit, our conversations explore what it means to raise sons with hearts rooted in faith, courage, and love. We’ll talk about h...