Saints on Call

"I'm overwhelmed. No one knows what I'm going through. How can I grow spiritually when daily life is hectic and family life is demanding?" Sometimes moms can feel isolated and inadequate by the trials of motherhood. Other times the triumphs bring her the greatest happiness. Moms seek holiness (and sanity!) through these daily joys and struggles, but it's not always easy. How can she see these experiences with eyes of faith and better realize that she is not alone? Where can she find inspiration for prayer, and friends for her journeys of motherhood? The saints! Christine Gibson's Saints on Call will help mothers in every walk of life to pray and reflect on the opportunities for holiness found in daily life. Designed with the on-the-go mom in mind--and featuring over 50 reflections--this book is helpfully categorized by a mother's daily situations and struggles. In just a few minutes, read about the life of a saint, learn from their example, and be led with them in prayer for the needs of your day. From the practical problems of daily life to the spiritual struggles that come with every mother's vocation, keep these Saints on Call!

Christine Gibson came to an understanding of the Catholic view of the saints in recent years, and has since become an avid student of the saints. Some closest to her heart include: St. Bernadette, St. Therese of Lisieux, and St. Andrew Kim Taegon. Christine resides in Lexington, Kentucky, with the two loves of her life: husband David and son Andrew. In May 2010, Christine and David traveled to South Korea to adopt baby Andrew. She now enjoys long stroller walks, play dates, and baby cuddling.