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We’re at the beach. Let’s go see the sunrise
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We’re at the beach. Let’s go see the sunrise

Rita BuettnerAugust 10, 20253 min read
The world was full of magic and wonder, and God—God was everywhere. And he was certainly with us on the beach, welcoming us into a new day, inviting us to see it for the gift it is.
A Small Gift on a Cloudy Day
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A Small Gift on a Cloudy Day

Rita BuettnerAugust 1, 20252 min read
For a moment, as I reached for the church door, I hesitated. I could go back to the car for an umbrella.
A Miracle for a Baby in Rhode Island (and for all of us)
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A Miracle for a Baby in Rhode Island (and for all of us)

Rita BuettnerJuly 22, 20253 min read
We have all hoped and prayed for miracles. No wonder we get excited when we hear that the Vatican has confirmed one.
A parenting lesson in the Mary and Martha story
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A parenting lesson in the Mary and Martha story

Rita BuettnerJuly 20, 20253 min read
Relationships are unique. We connect with each person in a distinctive way, meeting them where they are. We don’t talk to Mary the same way we talk to Martha.
Listen for God this summer
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Listen for God this summer

Rita BuettnerJuly 15, 20254 min read
The Loyola School started with a seed of an idea from Jesuit Father William Watters, who has brought such vision and commitment to Jesuit education for children in Baltimore over the decades.
A Gift and a Connection to the Past
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A Gift and a Connection to the Past

Rita BuettnerJuly 13, 20254 min read
Earlier this year, my husband John mentioned that his cousin Terri had something she wanted to give to me. He showed me a photo of a sculpture that included statues of St. Rita of Cascia and St. Therese of Lisieux.
Our 31-hour Road Trip
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Our 31-hour Road Trip

Rita BuettnerJuly 6, 20255 min read
We drove more than 450 miles, spent more than 10 hours on the road, and did almost everything we wanted to along the way.
Making a birthday wish come true
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Making a birthday wish come true

Rita BuettnerJune 29, 20253 min read
A few days before the big day, my sister—the birthday girl’s mom—invited us to join them. She happened to mention that her daughter was hoping to have “Aunt Rita’s Dip” that day, too.
We are part of the miracle
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We are part of the miracle

Rita BuettnerJune 22, 20253 min read
Jesus can—and will—feed the thousands of people in front of him. He doesn’t need the five loaves and two fish to create a feast for that crowd.
A Key Ingredient
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A Key Ingredient

Rita BuettnerJune 15, 20252 min read
For years, I have turned to my next-door neighbor Kathy for help.
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