From Sr. Pat Twohill, OP, Prioress
Sister Barbara Ebner, OP
2320 Airport Drive
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 416-1497
Peace & Justice Update
Indigenous Peoples' Day
Please join the Dominican Sisters of Adrian for a special celebration of indigenous peoples on Monday, October 14. There is no need to register for this program. Click here for information.
Office News
New Private Pages
The Communications team is having a few bumps with the self-registration feature of the new Private Pages. Please look for your registration email next week. Thank you for your patience.
Communicators for Women Religious Conference
Congregational Communicator Kate McAndrews is attending the annual Communicators for Women Religious Conference. The event wrapped up today in Chicago.
This marks the group's 30th anniversary. CWR continues to be united in advancing the mission of Catholic Sisters and sharing their many stories. The week was marked with blessings, story-sharing, and lessons learned by all. Click here for photos.
In the Media
The Bath Country Journal covered Crown Point's 26th annual Taste of Earth fundraiser in their October edition. Click here to read the article.
Events
"Ask and Archivist Day"
Ask-An-Archivist Day is Wednesday, October 16. It is a national event where archivists across the country make themselves available to answer questions about their profession and about the archives they care for. YOU can ask our Archivists questions on any day, but Michelle Ganz and Sr. Lisa Zuccarelli will be especially dedicated to this project on Oct 16. You may send an email to archives@oppeace.org, call the office at 614-416-1017, or if you are in the area, stop by to ask Michelle or Sr. Lisa in person. Click here for more information about Ask-an- Archivist Day.
Congregational News
Countdown to the Great Bend Raffle
It's official - you have less than one month to get your tickets for the annual Great Bend Raffle! You can win beautiful, handcrafted items or cash prizes. Every ticket sold helps us support The Dominican Sisters of Saint Catherine of Siena of Gusau in Nigeria and our work with the economic poor here in our own backyard. Click here to see a complete list of prizes, and click here to buy your tickets.
Visiting Leadership in Great Bend
Sr. Lieu Marie, a Dominican Sister from Vietnam, has been part of the Great Bend Motherhouse Community while she attends Barton Community College. In late September, Sr. Lieu was visited by several members of her Congregation's leadership team. Sr. Mai-dung Nguyen introduced them and welcomed them to the Motherhouse. Click here for pictures of the day.
From Our Founded Ministries
October Programs at Shepherd's Corner
Dusk Hike at Shepherd's Corner
Wednesday, October 23, 7:00 pm $5
A twilight fall walk. This walk will be through the woods on unimproved surfaces. For everyone to find enjoyment, as parts of the walk will be in silence, we are limiting this program to adults and teens. The walk will last about an hour. Please leave flashlights at home; only red lights are welcome.
Psalms and the Creative Spirit
Tuesday, October 29, 10:00 am-noon $5
Explore a different approach to Scripture study for those who like to be creative or crafty. We’ll contemplate the Psalms and find words that speak to us. (If you do not have a particular Psalm important to you feel free to bring an important phrase or quote that holds meaning to you.) Then the creativity begins! No art skills are required. Materials will be provided, but you may bring markers, pens, colored pencils, or a sketchbook if you have them.
End of Harvest/ Triumph of Light: October Labyrinth Walk
Wednesday, October 30, 7- 8:30 pm $5
Labyrinth walks are times for quiet reflection. Due to their nature, silent walking is encouraged. Our labyrinth is located on Wengert Road, at the second drive to the right. Please wear comfortable shoes. Everyone is welcome! No previous meditation experience or experience walking labyrinths is required.
Celebrating 30 Years
Please mark your calendar to join the staff of the Dominican Learning Center and the Founded Ministries team as they celebrate the 30th anniversary of this important ministry with an open house at the new Center at 672 S. 3rd Street, in the historic German Village neighborhood of Columbus.
This Anniversary Open House will be held Monday, November 4th, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and from 3:30 to 5:30 pm. A brief anniversary program and blessing of the DLC’s new site will take place at 4:30 pm.
Please make plans to join us for this special celebration!
Death of an Associate
Please join us in prayer for repose of the soul of long-time Associate Dale Coski, who died on September 26. Click here to read her obituary.
Prayer Requests
- Sr. Christine Mendiola (Christine.Mendiola@opeace.org, Akron, OH) requests prayers as she visits the hospital for tests and treatment for ongoing health issues.
- Cecilia Jarmer, OPA (Pratt, KS, celiamarie@gmail.com) has asked for prayer for her son, John, who survived a "widowmaker" heart attack on Monday. Please pray for recovery, his family, and his job as he heals.
Updates and Notes of GratitudeSr. Therese Leckert (Columbus, OH, therese.leckert@oppeace.org) is grateful to all who remembered her on her recent birthday with prayers, emails, cards, and gifts. She is grateful for your thoughtfulness and support.