Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Art Novena for Lady of Lourdes



Art Novena 

Nine Days of Sharing Art from the Heart

That which reminds you of the Sacred in the Ordinary


and opening ourselves to the healing possibilities,
both spiritually and physically, 
that comes through love and acceptance
and opening of the heart


The infinite goodness has such wide arms that it takes whatever turns to it - Dante

I visited Lourdes last year as a pilgrim.  There, in front of the cave, I experienced something very special.  I felt a special vibration, a kind of spiritual presence there.  And then in front of the image of the Virgin Mary, I prayed, I expressed my admiration for this holy place that has long been a source of inspiration and strength, that has provided spiritual solace, comfort and healing to millions of people.  And I prayed that this might continue for a long time to come - the Dalai Lama


images
collage
poetry
stories
art works
photographs
anything
that awakens your heart
and reminds you of the Sacred in everyday living


that speaks of the love of Our Lady


Friday 3 February till 10 February
holy day of Our Lady of Lourdes

beyond religion

a tribute
to inspiration


a shining light



Please join me in this Novena.  Every day from 3 February to 10 February I will provide a link here for you to join up with me and others in this sharing of the heart.  Please share your art, or story, or words, or a prayer, or maybe a sacred circle in tribute of the gifts of Our Lady of Lourdes to the world.

blessings
Hettienne

6 comments:

  1. Oh Hettienne, I'm excited. And, I have a few days to do some planning. I will happily join you here.

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    1. Annie, that is wonderful - I am looking forward to it!

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  2. I look forward to this celebration and opportunity to learn.
    Have a great day.
    Always, Queenie

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    1. Dear Queenie, it will be lovely if you join in - you have such a beautiful way with words!

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  3. I am so looking forward to this! all of this seems to be happening at the exact perfect time for my soul! I will be able to recall miracles that have happened to me.. and I wish to create a shadow box as well.. perfect! xo

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  4. PS - I linked to this on my sidebar.. using the last image.. hope that is ok?

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