About Whitney Hetzel

Whitney Hetzel is a wife, mother of nine children, homeschooler, and catechist. Passionate about her Catholic faith and physical fitness, she trains for marathons and triathlons and blogs at 9kidfitness.com to help other women stay healthy and fit while juggling the demands and joys of domestic life.

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A Spiritual Christmas Crib: Preparing Our Hearts for Christ's Coming

Dec 15, 2020 by Whitney Hetzel

There is something about getting ready for Christmas that fills us with excitement—young and old alike. The hanging of lights, the hustle and bustle of shopping, the aromas of … Read more

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15 Life-Changing Books To Deepen Your Spiritual Life

Dec 04, 2020 by Whitney Hetzel

I was in my late teens when self-help books became all the rage. From my teen years up until my early twenties, I read as many of them as I could get my hands on. … Read more

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Trinity Missions: A Mission For Our Times

Oct 26, 2020 by Whitney Hetzel

Trinity Missions is truly a "mission for our times." Founded in 1921 as "the Congregation of the Missionary Servants of the Most Holy Trinity" by Fr. Thomas Augustine Judge, a … Read more

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Meet Carlo Acutis...First Millennial Saint?

Oct 23, 2020 by Whitney Hetzel

In many ways, Carlo Acutis was a regular teenager. He wore Nike shoes, loved sports, and was tech-savvy.He was also exceptional. In fact, he is on his way to becoming the first mil … Read more

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My Heart Is Ready, O God. So Where Are You?

Aug 14, 2020 by Whitney Hetzel

“People see only the flat surface. Their vision is two-dimensional and fixed to the ground. When you live a supernatural life, God will give you the third dimension: height, … Read more

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How Do We Confess Without the Sacrament of Confession?

Aug 14, 2020 by Whitney Hetzel

There is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has affected all of us in profound ways. We have been affected not just materially, but spiritually. The critical spiritual ef … Read more

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St. Martin de Porres: First Black Saint of the Americas

Jun 22, 2020 by Whitney Hetzel

St. Martin de Porres was the first black saint of the Americas. He was born on December 9, 1579 in Lima, Peru, to Ana Velázquez—a young freed slave of Native Indian descen … Read more

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The Wonderful Realness of Motherhood

Apr 27, 2020 by Whitney Hetzel

"Does it hurt?” asked the Rabbit. “Sometimes,” said the Skin Horse, for he was always truthful. “When you are real you don’t mind being hurt.” —The Velveteen Rabbit I th … Read more

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How To Make An At-Home Prayer Corner

Apr 14, 2020 by Whitney Hetzel

I have friends whose purses are as well-stocked as a pharmacy. If anyone needs an aspirin, some chapstick, or a band-aid, they are always prepared. I'm not that person. Even at h … Read more

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How To Do Lectio Divina (Praying With Sacred Scripture)

Apr 09, 2020 by Whitney Hetzel

Prayer is a necessity for living an authentic Christian life. In fact, prayer is not only essential—it is also our primary means of communicating with God. Of all the Church’s trea … Read more

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Seal Your Doorpost With The Divine Mercy Image

Mar 27, 2020 by Whitney Hetzel

Most of us are familiar with the Divine Mercy image. Many Catholics pray the chaplet of Divine Mercy frequently, and have this powerful image hanging in their homes or printed o … Read more

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Consoling Words From Our Blessed Mother

Mar 20, 2020 by Whitney Hetzel

“Am I not here, I who am your Mother?” —Our Lady of Guadalupe There is something special about a mother's love. Now, more than ever, in these uncertain ti … Read more

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About Whitney Hetzel

A Spiritual Christmas Crib: Preparing Our Hearts for Christ's Coming

15 Life-Changing Books To Deepen Your Spiritual Life

Trinity Missions: A Mission For Our Times

Meet Carlo Acutis...First Millennial Saint?

My Heart Is Ready, O God. So Where Are You?

How Do We Confess Without the Sacrament of Confession?

St. Martin de Porres: First Black Saint of the Americas

The Wonderful Realness of Motherhood

How To Make An At-Home Prayer Corner

How To Do Lectio Divina (Praying With Sacred Scripture)

Seal Your Doorpost With The Divine Mercy Image

Consoling Words From Our Blessed Mother