by Shelly Henley Kelly | Sep 26, 2024 | Catholicism, Christianity, History, Saints, Vacation
The first relic I saw was no bigger than a fingernail clipping. Just a tiny shard of bone mounted on a golden sunburst affixed to red fabric. A tiny paper scroll with “ex oss. S. Angelae Merici V” typed rested below, the contents behind glass in a round golden... 
by Shelly Henley Kelly | Feb 5, 2024 | Book and Product Review
Each month, Carolyn Astfalk hosts “An Open Book,” creating a place where writers can link posts about the books they’ve read the past month. It’s a great way to find new books for your stack! I’m sharing the books I read in January. May it inspire... 
by Shelly Henley Kelly | Dec 30, 2023 | Book and Product Review
12 months. 12 books. 12 recommendations. I’ve always loved to read. My reading stack contains a hodge-podge of advanced reading copies (ARC) from NetGalley, new books from Catholic publishers, and spur of the moment finds from the library or bookstore.... 
by Shelly Henley Kelly | Nov 23, 2023 | Holiday, Podcast
As we gather around the table with our loved ones to celebrate this Thanksgiving holiday, we wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude for all of you who’ve supported our website and podcast, Of Sound Mind and Spirit. Your continued support, engagement,... 
by Shelly Henley Kelly | Sep 29, 2023 | Bible, Catholicism
Today’s Gospel: Jesus saw Nathanael coming toward him and said of him, “Here is a true child of Israel.There is no duplicity in him.” Nathanael said to him, “How do you know me?” Jesus answered and said to him, “Before Philip called you, I saw you under the fig...
