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Miracles occur every day, in even the smallest moments, and this certainty is evident throughout this beautiful collection of stories. The author begins with her own story, a dream in which God appears and asks her to dedicate thirty minutes to daily prayer. She describes her initiation into the belief of saintly intercessions, beginning with Saint Anthony and Saint Joseph, and how these initial experiences fed a lifelong fascination with the saints and symbols of Catholicism. Two years after these events, God again appears to her in a dream, telling her to open a Catholic store, which she christens “Casa de Inspiracion.” From there, she wholeheartedly embraces the stories of her customers and suppliers.
From the woman who makes wooden angels after seeing an angelic vision while deathly ill to customers requesting holy water for protection against spirits to stories of miraculous events through saint intercessions and angelic appearances, this work is overflowing with evidence of God’s grace and mercy as delivered through the saints. The author also adds personal stories, including how she and her husband were brought together and how, as a young adult, she lost her faith and subsequently found her way back following a sequence of miraculous events.
This is a gentle and moving display of the power of faith and everyday miracles. The author’s lovingly related tales are interspersed with illustrative Catholic artwork and poetry, providing the readers with an immersive experience. In addition to the captivating collection of accounts, the author provides elements of church history, saint backgrounds, and detailed descriptions of devotional pieces. With gentle humor and plainspoken honesty, the author weaves a beautiful work drawn from her deep appreciation for the personal stories of those she meets. This is a truly lovely addition to any bookshelf.
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