by Leslie Sholly | Feb 14, 2017 | books, Catholicism, Uncategorized
You might remember a little over a year ago when I reviewed–very favorably–Page Zaplendam’s Order of the Blood. Â I encourage you to click over and read my first review, which also includes an interview with the author. I enjoyed this far from typical...
by Leslie Sholly | Feb 3, 2017 | Catholicism, Deep Thoughts, Knoxville, Life Issues, Politics, Uncategorized
Lorelei and I had the opportunity this week to join in a local march in support of refugees and immigrants. Â This peaceful and patriotic event began in Market Square–Knoxville’s downtown gathering spot–with a silent vigil. Â Then all of...
by Leslie Sholly | Feb 3, 2017 | Catholicism, Deep Thoughts, Life Issues, Politics, Uncategorized
That’s what a Facebook friend of mine asked the other day. It’s no secret that there are lots of liberal Christians but in recent years they’ve been loath to use the Bible to make political points.  The reasons are many, ranging from a strong belief...
by Leslie Sholly | Jan 30, 2017 | Catholicism, Deep Thoughts, Uncategorized
Flipping through the monthly missalette to pass the time, back in the days when I was a child and Mass seemed to last forever, I’d sing the songs in my head and read the prayers on the back. Â One prayer struck me so much that IÂ committed it to memory. I...
by Leslie Sholly | Jan 18, 2017 | Abortion, Catholicism, Life Issues, Politics, rants, Uncategorized
On November 2, 2016 I joined Pantsuit Nation, an online community of Hillary supporters. Â The group, now almost four million strong, comprised people of many different backgrounds and beliefs, united by our support of Hillary and fear of a Trump presidency. I posted...
by Leslie Sholly | Jan 13, 2017 | book review, books, Catholicism, Lent, review, Uncategorized
Don’t laugh, but high up there on my list of personal goals is a desire for greater holiness. Â I’ve known a few holy people in my life–have you? Â They radiate peace and God’s love and you feel blessed to be in their presence. Â I’d like to...