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News Archive: Katherine Museus

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Rev. Katherine Museus stands by a Valparaiso University graphic of an autumn path, evoking a spirit of exploration.
How Did You Get There?
Dorothy Day
Text "God in You + God in Us," a cross among flowers, and Rev. Katherine Museus's photo in a yellow circle.
God in You + God in Us
Stone tomb entrance with folded cloth and sunlight, overlaid text: "Expect Life Rev. Katherine Museus.
Expect Life
White pebbles display the text "Cast Stones? Rev. Katherine Museus" alongside a woman’s portrait framed in a yellow circle.
Cast Stones?
Hands pass a small plant, symbolizing growth and care; text reads "World Needs Love, Rev. Katherine Museus" with her photo inset.
The World Needs Love
MLK & In Thy Light event with Rev. Katherine Museus, featuring her photo and a luminous background of layered text.
MLK & In Thy Light
Text "Thanksgiving" with autumn leaves, Thanksgiving traditions, and a portrait of Rev. Katherine Museus in a circle on the right.
Thanksgiving
Colorful altar with photos and decorations; text reads "Thin Spaces, Rev. Katherine Museus.
Thin Spaces
Four people in green robes stand in church holding a tall wooden Cross of Nails, next to text: "The Cross of Nails.
The Cross of Nails
Two people grasp hands against a yellow and white background, embodying the theme of asking for help, with text: Asking for Help, Rev. Katherine Museus.
Asking for Help
Text "I Didn't See That Coming... Rev. Katherine Museus" appears over a field of dandelions bathed in soft yellow light, perfectly capturing the unexpected beauty of the moment.
I Didn’t See That Coming…
Stone tomb entrance with folded cloth and sunlight, overlaid text: "Expect Life Rev. Katherine Museus.
Expect Life
A person with a backpack hikes a rocky mountain trail; text reads "Ambassadors for Christ, Rev. Katherine Museus," highlighting their journey of faith and purpose.
Ambassadors for Christ
Statue of St. Patrick holding a shamrock, with text: "St. Patrick Rev. Katherine Museus" on a gradient background.
St. Patrick
Three people with backpacks hike up a snowy mountain at sunset; text reads "The Greatest Commandment," reflecting the call to follow Jesus' commandments and embrace this powerful biblical teaching.
The Greatest Commandment
A white mug, cozy knit blanket, and open book on a windowsill with "Simplicity, Rev. Katherine Museus" text.
Simplicity
Mustard seeds and yellow flowers on wood, with the text "Mustard Seed Trees Rev. Katherine Museus"—a perfect touch for Tree Planting inspiration or celebrating the growth of Mustard Seed Trees.
Mustard Seed Trees
Golden sunlight shines on autumn leaves with the text “God Loves Us - Rev. Katherine Museus.”.
God Just Loves Us
A lit candle beside the text "The Power of Words" and "Rev. Katherine Museus" on a dark background, highlighting how words can illuminate and inspire even the darkest moments.
The Power of Words
Two hands grasp each other firmly, with text: "Need Help? Rev. Katherine Museus" on a plain background.
Need Help?
Close-up of wild grasses backlit by the golden glow of a sunset in a field, capturing a quiet moment that reflects faith and serenity.
God is Not Overwhelmed
A bronze sculpture of a homeless person lying on a bench embodies the Power of Seeing, with text "The Power of Seeing – Pastor Kate.
The Power of Seeing
Close-up of a person walking in a field with text: "Have you been gathering stories on your journey? - Pastor Kate.
Have you been gathering stories?
Cluster of ripe purple plums on a tree with text: "Fruit of the Spirit - Pastor Kate," illustrating Christian virtues from Bible teachings.
Fruit of the Spirit
Ash cross in ashes on the right; text reads "Ash Wednesday Stories - Pastor Kate" on the left, reflecting powerful Ash Wednesday stories for Lent.
Ash Wednesday Stories
Two green seedlings in soil with text "Good Soil - Pastor Kate" on a blurred green background.
Good Soil
Text reads "WAR IN ISRAEL," highlighting the ongoing Israel conflict, with "WAR" in red cracked texture, "IN" in blue, and "ISRAEL" in white—reflecting the urgency of current Israel news.
War in Israel
A person stands on a foggy hilltop with text: "God Who Sees," reflecting the comforting message found throughout the Bible.
God Who Sees
A messy desk with papers, coffee, and snacks captures the chaos of daily life, overlaid with the text "God's Ridiculous Ways.
God’s Ridiculous Ways
Silhouette of a person sitting on a hill at sunset with the text "Lives Rooted in Rest, Rev. Katherine Museus"—a gentle reminder to embrace a restful lifestyle.
Lives Rooted in Rest.
Silhouette of a person sitting on a rocky hill at sunset with the text "Lives Rooted in Rest," embracing a restful lifestyle.
Lives Rooted in Rest.
Stained glass window with colorful geometric patterns and religious symbols, divided by a central vertical line, symbolizes knowledge and love shining In Thy Light.
“In Thy Light” May Be More About Love than Knowledge
How did you see God this year?
Questions to ask at the end of the year
Does this world matter?
Does this world matter to God?
Text "If this is who God is..." over a glowing yellow light and starry night sky background, inviting you to reflect on your expectations of God today.
What can we expect from God today?
Genesis 22:1-2
Being called to sacrifice
Sunrise over Earth’s curved horizon from space, with the moon visible in the dark sky above—nature’s way of bringing order to chaos on a planetary scale.
Bringing Order to Chaos
Can we look at the world through the eyes of God?
Little things
Henri Nouwen spent a lot of time reflecting on the sharp contrast between the life of success and the Christian life.
Reflecting on the contrast
Image: Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1436070
Lessons from Our Lady of Guadalupe
Fire on the Mountain
Fire on the Mountain
Silhouette of the Good Shepherd with a staff standing among sheep at sunset or sunrise, gently guiding them without any pushing and shoving.
In the midst of the pushing and shoving comes a Good Shepherd
Ofrenda in the Gloria Christi Chapel
When our loved ones die
The word "SHAME" in red is revealed through torn paper, surrounded by repeated black "SHAME" text, yet a sense of forgiveness and assurance emerges amidst the harshness.
Be assured: You are forgiven
St. Francis
Pulled in two directions
I have calmed and quieted my soul, like a child quieted at its mother's breast; like a child that is quieted in my soul. - Psalm 131:2
What Do You Want?
Peace
Peacemakers
There is so much going on inside of us, more than even we ourselves can pay attention to.
A New Place
Abbey Grim, ’12, captured this and other photos of the Art-Psychology Building, a space where she created art as an undergraduate at Valpo.
Getting through this together
Sister Mary Corita Kent (American, 1918-1986) activist artist, “God’s Not Dead He’s Bread”, silkscreen serigraph
When heaven & earth click
Jesus’ triumphal entry
WWJD? We already know
A large wooden cross with metal accents stands in a church filled with stained glass windows and rows of chairs, inviting quiet moments of praying and reconciliation.
Praying for Reconciliation
Ash cross in ashes with text: "Ash Wednesday. Join us in a Day of Prayer & Fasting for Ukraine. March 2." Mark this Time of Dust with hope and solidarity.
A Time of Dust
Red paper hearts scattered on a white background with text reading "Too.Much. The amazing abundance of".
Too.Much.
Snowy city park with skyscrapers in the background, featuring a quote by Walter Brueggemann in a blue circle—an inspiring scene for moments of stress management.
When stress overwhelms
Floral border with the text "Building HOPE" on a teal background, featuring a heart inside the letter O—beacons of hope shining brightly.
Beacons of hope
Modern building with large windows glowing at sunset, under a pink and blue sky.
Another kind of darkness
Silhouette of a person with crumpled paper above their head, symbolizing stress or overwhelming thoughts—but also the importance to keep hope despite feeling overwhelmed.
How do you keep from giving up hope?
Three paintings of Martin Luther with "ReFORMATION" text—blending ornate and modern fonts—on a black background, add a touch of Lutheran humor to this playful tribute to the spirit of the Lutheran church.
You might be a Lutheran if…
"Living and loving with our whole hearts requires us to respect our bodies' need for renewal." - Brené Brown, The Gifts of Imperfection
Rest
Text "Fear of the Lord" shines over a bright sun and colorful space background with stars, symbolizing awe and reverence amid the vastness of creation.
Fear of the Lord
A person with messy hair sits facing away, head down, against a plain, light background, evoking deep emotions.
When we are moved
In lonely borderlands
Borderlands
People holding candles and singing or reading from papers during an Orthodox East Lent candlelight ceremony or vigil.
Grief & Graduation
Fresco from Kariye Camii, Anastasis – showing Christ and the resurrection of Adam and Eve
Anastasis: the Greatest Story of God’s Saving Power
A group of men gathered around a table, with one man standing apart looking distressed in dim lighting, evoking the presence of Jesus among us.
Jesus among us
Yellow road sign saying "Difficult Ahead" against a backdrop of dark, stormy clouds—a reminder that faith in adversity can guide us through even the toughest times.
When God uses something terrible for good
Andrew Madekin. Tapestry “Seraphim of Sarov and bear” 130 x 200 cm, 1995
Acquiring a peaceful spirit
"If you're looking for a sign from the universe, this is it: Take. A. Break."
Rest is Holy
God is not overwhelmed
God is not overwhelmed
"Feel overwhelmed? Breathe."
Surprisingly Simple: Breathe!
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