The Chicks like to travel, take in Catholic sights, and hear great speakers. Really, we like to attend any event to deepen our faith, grow closer to Christ, and learn more about His Church.  There is a big Catholic world out there, and we love to explore it!

2009 was full of great Catholic experiences. By far the number one most meaningful was the mass and veneration of the relic of Saint Mary Magdalene, which we have affectionately named the “traveling tibia” since it is the relic of her tibia bone.  Please don’t be fooled by our little catch phrase that may sound irreverent to some.  It caught these two former Protestants off guard as the most meaningful and unexpected experience in our time as Catholics thus far.  We were initially drawn to attend by a curiosity to witness something considered eccentric in Protestant circles.  However, to be in the presence of a part of someone who was physically present with our Lord during His ministry here on earth, His crucifixion, and His resurrection was so incredibly moving.  It was an indelible stamp that God is real – that faith is not a fairy tale. This is a real bone of a real person who knew Jesus and was transformed by His grace.  To be able to have Mass with our Lord present and His beloved disciple Mary Magdalene – well, it was a little piece of heaven on earth!!  So, if the “traveling tibia” makes it to your parish, we highly recommend taking the time to venerate it.

On with our top ten list – be sure and add yours in the comment section.

Advent Day of Reflection at St. Ignatius House

Summer Apologetics Series at Christ the King

EWTN filming of Life on the Rock

Preview of the Catholicism Project and meeting Father Robert Barron

Dr. Peter Kreeft’s talk on what makes up Catholic identity

Trip to Washington, DC for the Inside Catholic fundraiser

Road trip to St. Augustine, Florida to tour America’s first parish

Annual 3 day silent retreat

Easter Vigil Mass

and……..

1.       Mass and Veneration of the Relic of Saint Mary Magdalene

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