Blog Posts


“The Pope’s Exorcist” Movie Disappoints

Russell Crowe as Father Gabriele Amorth in The Pope's Exorcist. (Courtesy of Sony Pictures Publicity)

The International Association of Exorcists (IAE) has released a statement criticizing the soon-to-be released Russel Crowe movie entitled, The Pope’s Exorcist, for what appears to be an inaccurate depiction of the Church, the priestly Father Gabriele Amorth, and exorcism in general.

Read the rest

The Intricate Art of Chinese Knots

chinese knotA religious wrote to ask if we know anything about Chinese decorative knots. “They are red, and come in various designs and I believe go back hundreds if not thousands of years. I've read they can signify different things like luck, romance, love, etc. We have received, from a Chinese Priest, holy images of Our Lord and Our Lady which are decorated with these knots. Is there anything to be concerned about there? Should we remove the decorations?”

Read the rest

What is Women's Intuition?

RS writes: "I am reading self-help books about personal safety.  The books stress the importance of intuition. Problem is, I had an intuition that the safety of my child was compromised but when I asked the (very young, not easy to converse with age) child they said nothing happened.  But what about what my intuition said?  I'm in such a worry.  Is intuition real?  Is it a God given thing?  Since we are not perfect and don't know everything, how can my intuition or gut tell me things?  Where did the use of 'mother's intuition' begin?  Is intuition new age?" 

Read the rest



Living His Life Abundantly International, Inc.® / Women of Grace® has provided inspiring and informational content for FREE through our blog for more than twenty years. To continue our mission, we need your help. We are seeking a one-time contribution or a monthly donation to support the continued growth and expansion of this free resource. We are abundantly grateful for your support.