Handmaidens Of The Lord

08/17/2026

You’re invited to join the Handmaidens of the Lord and the Mighty of God for a combined conference for men and women of all vocations. This is not just for couples, it’s for all who want to draw closer to the Lord and grow in their faith.

08/14/2026

UPDATE:
Made for Communion, Not Confusion: Remain in me as I remain in you. Men & Women Conference will be held on September 26, 2026. Looking forward to see you at the conference

06/28/2026

“When a woman veils her body in modest clothing, she is not hiding herself from men. On the contrary, she is revealing her dignity to them.”
— Venerable Archbishop Sheen

This quote is not about hiding or shame. It’s about truth. In the Catholic view, your body is not an object. It is part of who you are, made in God’s image. St. Paul says your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19). That means it has real dignity.

Modesty protects that dignity. It helps others see you as a person, not just something to look at. It also shapes how you see yourself. When someone dresses modestly, they are not trying to disappear. They are choosing to be known for more than their appearance.

This does not mean every person must dress the same way. The Church teaches modesty as a virtue of the heart first. It is about intention, self-respect, and love for others. But what we wear still speaks. It sends a message about what we believe our worth is.

The real question is not just about clothing. It is about identity.

💬 Do you think modesty today protects dignity, or do you feel it limits freedom?

06/28/2026

There is a dangerous lie many Catholics have come to believe:

"Missing Mass isn't that big of a deal."

But the Church teaches otherwise.

Knowingly and deliberately skipping Sunday Mass or a Holy Day of Obligation without a serious reason is grave matter. If done with full knowledge and deliberate consent, it is a mortal sin that separates us from God's sanctifying grace until we receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

"Those who deliberately fail in this obligation commit a grave sin."
— Catechism of the Catholic Church 2181

Why is it so serious?

Because the Holy Mass is not just another church service. It is the re-presentation of Christ's one sacrifice on Calvary. It is where Heaven touches earth. It is where we receive Our Lord—Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity—in the Holy Eucharist.

When we freely choose something else over God on the Lord's Day without a serious reason, we are saying with our actions, "Something else is more important than worshipping You."

What counts as a good reason?

The Church is not unreasonable. Serious reasons include situations such as:

• Serious illness or being contagious.
• Caring for an infant, elderly parent, or someone who is sick.
• Being physically unable to attend.
• Dangerous weather or hazardous travel conditions.
• Being genuinely unable to get to Mass because no Mass is reasonably available.

(See Catechism of the Catholic Church 2181. The Church recognizes that serious reasons excuse the obligation.)

These are not ordinarily serious reasons:

• Wanting to sleep in.
• Sports, hobbies, or entertainment.
• Vacation without planning for Mass.
• Being "too busy."
• Simply not feeling like going.

If you have knowingly missed Mass without a serious reason, don't despair.

Jesus is not waiting to condemn you—He is waiting to forgive you.

Go to Confession. Receive His mercy. Return to the Eucharist with a renewed heart.

No sin is greater than God's mercy for the repentant sinner.

"If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins." (1 John 1:9)

The Church teaches this truth not to burden us, but because God desires our salvation. The Lord who commands us to keep holy the Sabbath is the same Lord who welcomes us home every time we repent.

His mercy is always greater than our sin—but we must come to Him.

"Come to me, all who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest." — Matthew 11:28

06/11/2026

The U.S. bishops consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart o...

06/11/2026

Today, we join the Bishops of the United States as they lead us in consecrating the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Parishes and individuals around the country are invited and strongly encouraged to unite in prayer on this historic occasion, with this Prayer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus written for the consecration.

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

Thank you all for joining us today. It was a beautiful day well spent with the Holy Spirit!

05/31/2026

Ladies, come join us June 6th for another women’s conference. Last conference was about surrendering to the Lord. We learned a prayer “Lord, empty me, fill me and use me”. Surrendering is about being emptied. This coming weekend is about being filled.
Come and taste the goodness of Lord. And be filled by the Holy Spirit.

05/24/2026

Please help support the family. May he rest in peace