A Grateful Heart
By Sarah G. – I loved religious life, but my own living of it could at times be painted in shades of grey rather than in vibrant oils or lovely pastels.
A Gratitude Lesson
There was a part of me that genuinely could not find anything to be grateful for, and there was another part of me that knew that I was wrong.
Further Up and Further In
By Mikayla. Despite the frustration, I stopped to really pray. Afterwards, I looked at the crucifix image on my little ring, and I stood there deciding—do I go home or look for another fun thing to do up here?
Live Out Loud – Leonie’s Longing Retreat
One of the highlights of Leonie’s Longing in 2023 was the in-person retreat that some of the women of our community were blessed to attend. One of the participants shares her thoughts about this beautiful experience.
Keep the Fire Going
I have asked God why He would call me into that life, only to call me out and back into the restlessness of the world that I once knew. It still makes no sense to me. Countless times I asked why He changed His mind, but I couldn’t hear an answer.
Do Not Be Afraid; Just Have Faith
“I’m sick of healing!” I told a priest a few months prior. “Well, sorry to break it to you”, he began in his Texan accent, “but life’s all about healing. We’re gonna heal until we die.”
Six Things I’ve Learned in Six Years
Starting over post-convent doesn’t mean you failed. In fact, it may be one of the best gifts.
Grief is a Revolving Door
by GA – Just like that, my heart was hijacked by grief until I fell asleep in tears at 10:00 pm. Grief is a revolving door.
Five Facts About Leonie Martin, Our Patroness
Leonie was, like those we serve, a woman who wanted to follow the Lord in religious life but encountered many struggles in finding her state-of-life vocation.
Ten Years of Leonie’s Longing
Celebrating 10 years since the launch of our website, on the feast of St. Catherine of Siena.
Monday Memes Gallery
