Author Archives: Rachel Peach

“Is it shocking to be baptized?” Well, I hadn’t thought about it in that way before. The 6th grader in front of me, already feeling a little spiritually overwhelmed, was trying to wrap her brain around sacrament of Baptism. She’d … Continue reading →

“I send you as sheep in the midst of wolves” (Mt.10:16). Lord, why “as a sheep”? Why not as another animal? Why as a fickle,  defenseless, weak, dependent, little animal? Then I remember: you offered yourself as the “Lamb of … Continue reading →

Ancient Israelites saw the figure of their king as more than a ruler, a governor, or an authority. He was meant to be a shepherd, close to his people, bearing their burdens and protecting them. The king was only a … Continue reading →

“Behold the servant of the Lord” Christ never did anything for himself. His life, his words, his miracles- all reflect his prayer: “Thy Kingdom Come!” His focus wasn’t his impact, his legacy, his importance. He glorified the LORD, his Father, … Continue reading →

Have you ever wondered, “Why the Eucharist?” Why did Christ choose the appearance of bread to come to us? To be present on earth?  To remain in our tabernacles? I don’t know, but knowing him – his simplicity, his desire … Continue reading →

“If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son but handed him over FOR US all, how will he not also give us EVERYTHING else along with him?” Romans 8:31-32  St. … Continue reading →

Preferisco il paradiso: “I prefer heaven.” Northwoods Catholic School 8th graders chose this quote from St. Philip Neri for their Rome trip motto. Not only was it on their sweatshirts, but it became their chant and song at last Wednesday’s … Continue reading →

The life of grace is powerful. It’s something that can’t help but shine forth through a person’s life and eyes. Imagine standing in front of a room full of 80 high school juniors and seniors who have all just been … Continue reading →

Right before Christmas, the consecrated in my community and I, along with the Dallas community and individuals from DC, Chicago, and Michigan, had the gift of spending 8 days on retreat. It was my first spiritual exercises in Dickinson, TX, … Continue reading →

Have you ever eaten turkey necks? Cooked in a crock pot? Well I hadn’t either until last Sunday. Perusing down the meat section at Walmart, a discounted meat package caught my eye. Always looking for a bargain, I picked up … Continue reading →