Hi, I’m Jane

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Faith was never meant to be walked alone.

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A woman with brown curly hair, wearing a green cardigan and a cross necklace, is sitting at a wooden table reading the Bible. She is holding a pen and has a mug that says 'Choose Joy Always' nearby. Behind her, there is a window with a potted plant, a cross, framed picture of a man and woman, a framed quote, and a bookshelf.

The Heart Behind Choose Joy Always

Hi, I’m Jane- a wife, mother of grown children, and grandmother watching the next generation of our family grow. As my children built lives and families of their own, I found myself entering a new season and asking what God was calling me to do next.

Choose Joy Always was born from my desire to share the faith, wisdom and lessons God has gathered in my heart throughout my life. I created this space for women who long for soemthing more i ntheir relationship with God but may not knwo where to begin. Here, I hope you’ll find a gentle companion as you deepen your Catholic fatih, recognize God’s presence in ordinary moments, and learn to choose joy- one faithful step at a time.

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To walk beside you

You don’t have to do this alone. I’m here to encourage you to encourage you on your journey with Christ.

Why I’m Here

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To make prayer feel approachable

Simple prayers, honest words, and real-life ways to talk to God.

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To help you notice God’s presence

Because he’s closer than we think- in the everyday and the overlooked.

You do not have to have it all figured out to begin. Choose Joy Always is a companion, not a classroom. Come as you are. Let’s grow closer to Christ together.

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable- if anything is excellent or prasieworthy- think about such things.

PHILLIPPIANS 4:8