A Message from the Prioress
Dear Sisters and Associates,
I will be attending the meeting of the Union of Superiors General (UISG) and Dominican Sisters International (DSIC) in Rome from May 2 - 17, 2025.
I am starting to get a little excited about the trip and want you to know I will be carrying each of you in my heart along with your prayerful intentions.
Do you think I will be there when the new Pope is chosen? If I am, know that you will be with me in Spirit, and I promise to take pictures.
Thank you, as always, for your love and support.
Easter peace,
Pat
Peace and Justice News
Waiting for Justice After 50 Years
Five decades after the fall of Saigon, American veterans and Vietnamese citizens are still suffering from the terrible effects of Agent Orange, an herbicide used to destroy crops and foliage during the Vietnam War. Click here to read Sr. Gemma Doll's blog.
Events
Shepherd's Corner Planting Day
Saturday, April 26, 9:00 am - Noon
There's still time to register and join us for our 3rd Annual Earth Day Planting! We will be planting in our wetland area. Participants over the age of 15 are invited to join us for our Earth Day planting. Minors (15-17) should be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. Learn more and register at this link.
New Orleans Sisters and Associates Celebrate Holy Week and Easter
Our Sisters and Associates had a busy week of service, remembrance and celebration during Holy Week and Easter. Click here for photos from their Easter Food Gift and Stations of the Cross. Click here for photos from a festive Easter dinner.
Earth Day in Great Bend
Sisters at our Great Bend Motherhouse celebrated Earth Day with a beautiful planting event. Click here for photos.
Columbus Motherhouse Retreat
The Columbus Motherhouse Retreat will be July 13 – 19, 2025. The theme is: Living Our Maturing Years: The Best is Yet to Come, and will be led by Janet Schaeffler, OP. Sr. Amy McFrederick will be the Musician and Fr. Jim Klima will be the Sacramental Minister. The cost is $400. If you live outside the Columbus Motherhouse and plan to attend this Retreat, please email Sr. Jeannine Halloran to RSVP and make room arrangements.
Updates and Notes of Gratitude
- Sr. Alverda Bonifas (St. Catharine, KY) expresses deep gratitude to everyone for their comforting words, prayers, and cards sent on behalf of her brother, Harry Bonifas, who died on March 19, 2025.