

- Light candles at dinner, especially on the Lord’s Day, and during your daily prayer time.
- With candles or a diffuser, fill your home with warm scents, such as frankincense, myrrh, cinnamon, nutmeg, and citrus.
- Have a supply of cozy blankets ready for bundling.
- Create a tea and cocoa station in your kitchen, and keep it well stocked with delicious ingredients for your favorite warm drinks.
- January is dedicated to the Holy Name of Jesus. What is your favorite name for Jesus? Savior, Messiah, Redeemer, Lord of Lords, Mighty God, Prince of Peace, or something else? Invite Jesus, under this particular title, to reign in your heart and take care of you, as you begin the new year.
- Start a gratitude list.
- Create a playlist of your favorite praise and worship songs.
- Enjoy traditional hymns of Adoration.
- Pray with the daily Psalm or Gospel.
- Journal about how God is speaking to you through Scripture.
- Spend time with Jesus in Eucharistic Adoration.
- Pray the Rosary. Start with one decade per day.
- Go on a date with your spouse.
- Meet a friend for coffee.
- Plan a game night with your family.
- Bring a meal to a new mom or homebound neighbor.
- Volunteer to serve the poor with your parish’s outreach ministry.
Copyright 2020 Sarah Damm
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Sarah Damm
Sarah Damm is a Catholic wife and mother of six children, living in Minnesota. She spends her days running errands, helping with homework, and keeping up with laundry and the family schedule. Sarah loves her faith, coffee, and good books. You can find out more about her at SarahDamm.com.
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