Fiat 40 Journal
A Women’s 40 Day Journey to Renewal, Restoration and Redemption
About Fiat 40 Journal
FIAT 40 is a forty-day journey for women that incorporates daily reflections, questions and journal entries, along with weekly action items inviting each one to grow spiritually in closeness with God. Fiat 40 was created by a group of spiritual sisters traveling an intentional journey together in the pursuit of heaven; while making visible or, embodying our vocation as woman, wife and/or mother. This beautiful earthly pilgrimage often includes not only love, but suffering in the journey we share. There is healing in the journey if we allow it. The cross is never final and redemption is found in joining our suffering with Christ's Passion and living in the light of His Resurrection.
Upcoming Event
✨FIAT FRIDAY | ADVENT KICK OFF✨
Join us for an Introduction to the scriptural similarities between the birth and death of Jesus, followed by a guided meditation to Bethlehem. ✨ The gospel narratives of Jesus's birth speak directly to us as 'Pilgrims of Hope', particularly in this Jubilee year of Hope. The stories of the Birth of Jesus, in a way, prepare us for the Passion of Christ. Join us as we take a closer look at the similarities beyond the wood of the manger and the wood of the cross, followed by a guided meditation 'Pilgrimage' to Bethlehem.
Reflection led by the Fiat 40 Retreat Team: ✨Carla Gautreaux Rutherford | Presenter ✨Emma Pourciau | Event Emcee
After the reflection, there will be a ministry round-up featuring a meet-and-greet with local ministry leaders and an opportunity for seasonal shopping to meet all your Advent and Christmas needs! Support local ministries and Christian small businesses while discovering unique gifts for your loved ones. We are excited to announce our participating ministries!
✨Fiat 40 Journal ✨Behold Catholic Ministries ✨Amy Stout Art ✨The Light Project ✨Hugging Me from Heaven ✨Crown of Grace Designs ✨Naomi Broussard Inspirations
This year, let’s do something radical and reclaim Advent by keeping Christ at the heart of our festivities! ✨
Let your YES to this event be RADICAL, like Mary’s Fiat. #FiatFriday #Advent
Friday 11.28.2025 | 10AM-2PM | St. Bernard Church | Breaux Bridge, LA | Grab your $25 ticket here
Fiat 40 Journal Advent Study
Mary spoke only 4 times in Scripture. Every generation 'calls her blessed' because one of those times was her 'Fiat', her Yes; to conceive by the Holy Spirit, bear a Savior and call his name, Jesus. Journey through Fiat 40 Journal this Advent, where through the co-authors' personal reflections; Mary, the Trinity, and the Saints will affirm and call you more closely to your own Fiat.
The 40 days of Fiat 40 Journal will take you through Advent, Christmas and end on the Epiphany. It’s easy to get lost in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Fiat 40 Journal will help keep your heart focused on the season's meaning - Jesus.
Important Dates:
NOVEMBER 27-29.2025 | INTRODUCTION: Days 1-3
SUNDAY 11.30.2025 | FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT DAY 4 | WEEK 1
MONDAY 1.5.2026 | DAY 40
CELEBRATE EPIPHANY 1.6.2026
Fiat 40 Journal Retailers
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Crossroads Collective
1416 S. College Road Lafayette, LA
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Acadian Religious
2819A Johnston St, Lafayette, LA
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Red Bird Ministries Benefit Boutique
217 S. Main St. Breaux Bridge, LA
Every book includes a Litany of Fiat prayer card and a FREE Sing the Rosary download card from Laura Huval Music Ministry.
We hope you find healing, renewal, restoration, and redemption in this forty-day journey. We invite you to open your hearts and allow God to make His perfect image visible in the woman He created you to be.
“May it be done to me according to your word.” ~Luke 1:38
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