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Design Reform Wellness 11/21/22 Design Reform Wellness 11/21/22

Reform Christmas Gift Ideas for 2022

This year, we have a great opportunity to give Jesus the gift of our time, presence and intentionality and saying “yes” to Him in simple ways, every day. As you think about Christmas gifts for others this year, we want to share tools for Christ-centered living that you can likewise give to others to support them in the path to wholiness™!

Design Reform Wellness 9/16/22 Design Reform Wellness 9/16/22

Reform in 100 Words

In the spirit of simplicity, we’ve narrowed down how to live out a reform way of life in exactly one hundred words. In this way, we can more clearly share the heart and soul of our apostolate, the essence of who we are—and tell you exactly how to Reform.

Design Reform Wellness 6/30/22 Design Reform Wellness 6/30/22

Our Lady of Mount Carmel and the Scapular

“The sign of the Scapular points to an effective synthesis of Marian spirituality, which nourishes the devotion of believers and makes them sensitive to the Virgin Mother’s loving presence in their lives.” —Pope Saint John Paul II

As we prepare to celebrate the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel on July 16, we invite you to grow in your devotion to Our Lady through the tradition of the scapular.

Design Reform Wellness 6/2/22 Design Reform Wellness 6/2/22

Making Space for Christ: From the Heart to the Home

Have you ever walked into someone’s home and instantly felt welcome? Or alternatively, walked in and felt overwhelmed? Our material possessions and physical surroundings impact our health and sense of well-being. External clutter causes internal chaos; our bodies, minds, and souls crave order. When our homes are in order, our hearts can be more open and intentional in living for the Lord.

Design Reform Wellness 3/30/22 Design Reform Wellness 3/30/22

ARRR: A Guide to Building a Habit of Authentic, Daily Prayer

We are created in the image and likeness of God—and God Himself is a community. God is a living, loving relationship of three Persons in the Trinity. In a profound way, our lives are meant to reflect this communion. We too were made for relationship, most importantly a relationship with Him.

Jackie Mulligan 12/30/21 Jackie Mulligan 12/30/21

Litany of Reform

We hope this prayer will help you release the obstacles keeping you from pursuing Christ wholeheartedly and to receive the life He desires for you, full of abundance.

Noel Arens 11/26/21 Noel Arens 11/26/21

Enter the Stable: Embracing a Spirit of Poverty for Christmas

If we were asked to describe December in a few words, what would come to mind? Most (if not all) of us would agree on the same word: “busy.” It may be contrary to our experience, but in reality, December is a month of space, patience, and hope. How can we combat the hectic pace of ordinary “pre-Christmas” and reclaim the fullness of these liturgical seasons?

Design Reform Wellness 11/26/21 Design Reform Wellness 11/26/21

Reform’s 2021 Gift Guide: Simple Giving to Support Whole Person Health

After the challenges of this year, it’s safe to say we’re all ready for some extra Christmas cheer! 2021 has left us weary and depleted, searching for better health and more joy. What can we do to bring back the wonder of the season?

Margaret Koroly 8/17/21 Margaret Koroly 8/17/21

“Do You Want to be Well?”

So why would Jesus ask such a question? Is the man’s desire for healing not clearly manifest by the amount of time he has been waiting by the pool for healing?

Madison Tanczos 7/29/21 Madison Tanczos 7/29/21

Wholiness™ 101

“Holy, holy, holy . . . ” Sound familiar? What about holey, wholly, holy? Have you ever looked at this simple phrase with such depth?