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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Give A Spiritual Gift This Valentine's Day

Feb 09, 2020 by Whitney Hetzel

When we think of Valentine's Day, we usually imagine flowers and chocolates and nice dinners out. These outward signs of our love are the typical gifts that express our feelings. B … Read more

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The Present Moment Is Holy

Feb 03, 2020 by Whitney Hetzel

“The duties of each moment are shadows beneath which the divine action lies concealed.” —Fr. Jean Pierre de Caussade, S.J. A few weeks ago, our nine-year-old, Sam, asked me to p … Read more

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Nunc Coepi! Begin Again...Right Now

Feb 03, 2020 by Whitney Hetzel

Many of us believe that new beginnings are one-time opportunities—and if we miss that one-time chance, we think that's it. No turning over a new leaf until a new and specific oppor … Read more

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A Bright Spot In Bethlehem For Christmas

Dec 16, 2019 by Whitney Hetzel

Bethlehem, the birthplace of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, will always be a hallowed place for Christians. It is full of "bright spots" to visit while on pilgrimage, for exampl … Read more

Why Living In The Present Moment Is Where God Wants Us To Be

Nov 29, 2019 by Whitney Hetzel

“The duties of each moment are shadows beneath which the divine action lies concealed.” —Fr. Jean Pierre de Caussade, S.J.A few weeks ago, our nine-year-old, Sam, asked me to play … Read more

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Why Advent Is A Little Lent

Nov 12, 2019 by Whitney Hetzel

Steep yourselves in the meaning of these Advent days. And above all, pay heed to him who is approaching; think whence he comes and whither it is he advances; consider his purpose i … Read more

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Remember: God Likes To Be Thanked!

Oct 29, 2019 by Whitney Hetzel

No duty is more urgent than that of returning thanks. —St. Ambrose I recently called a friend to ask for her prayers in a situation I was struggling with. A few we … Read more

What Saint John Paul II Meant To My Catholic Faith

Oct 09, 2019 by Whitney Hetzel

I became a Catholic in 1991. To say that my faith was affected by the man who was pope at the time of my conversion is an understatement. At first I could not anticipate how this H … Read more

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9 Tips For Taking Kids to Mass

Oct 02, 2019 by Whitney Hetzel

“Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them; for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.” —Matthew 19:14I have been taking my kids to Mass for about twenty-seven years. In … Read more

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4 Surprising Lessons On Patience From Saint Bernadette

Aug 02, 2019 by Whitney Hetzel

The Good Catholic series Heroic Virtue focuses on the lives of the saints and the virtues that they model. One of these saints is Saint Bernadette Soubirous, whose life was an exa … Read more

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Why Our Patron Saints Bring Us Closer To God

Jul 15, 2019 by Whitney Hetzel

I have a number of special patron saints who I often turn to for intercessory help. Being a mother of nine children, I have certainly kept Saint Anthony busy, and he always comes … Read more

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4th Of July: A Day To Reconsecrate Our Nation To The Immaculate Heart

Jun 29, 2019 by Whitney Hetzel

A day commemorated with fireworks, picnics, and backyard barbecues, we celebrate our nation's independence on the Fourth of July. Alongside all of the celebrations, let us not f … Read more

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About Whitney Hetzel

Give A Spiritual Gift This Valentine's Day

The Present Moment Is Holy

Nunc Coepi! Begin Again...Right Now

A Bright Spot In Bethlehem For Christmas

Why Living In The Present Moment Is Where God Wants Us To Be

Why Advent Is A Little Lent

Remember: God Likes To Be Thanked!

What Saint John Paul II Meant To My Catholic Faith

9 Tips For Taking Kids to Mass

4 Surprising Lessons On Patience From Saint Bernadette

Why Our Patron Saints Bring Us Closer To God

4th Of July: A Day To Reconsecrate Our Nation To The Immaculate Heart