Peace and Justice News
Speaking out in the Tradition of St. Catherine
St. Catherine of Siena engaged in papal and Italian politics through extensive letter-writing and advocacy. Sisters in Kentucky are following her example. Click here to read their letter to Archbishop Timothy Broglio and the members of the USCCB.
Columbus Sisters Step Out with Faith in Public Life
Columbus Sisters stood up for the rights of immigrants and those attacked by government actions. Click here for photos.
From our Founded Ministries
Crown Point Introduces New Executive Director
We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Ian Roberts as Crown Point's new Executive Director. A longtime leader in the nonprofit and environmental education space, Roberts brings more than 20 years of nonprofit experience and a deep commitment to community engagement, ecological stewardship, and transformational programming. Click here for more about Ian on the Crown Point website
Events
Community Days Update
Sisters and Associates, watch your email later today for an opportunity to volunteer for our congregation's Community Days, scheduled for June 12-15.
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.
New Ways Ministry Retreat
A retreat weekend sponsored by New Ways Ministry for Lesbian/Queer Religious, and for those who are questioning whether they might be, will take place from 5:30 p.m. Thursday, October 23 through 1:00 p.m. Sunday, October 26 at Siena Retreat Center in Racine, Wisconsin for the low cost of $50 for early registrants! Please click here for information about the theme and for other details. If anyone has any questions about this, please contact Susan Leslie, OP, who will be attending. Susan’s email is susan.leslie@oppeace.org, and her cell phone is 518-321-0976.
A Death in Our Family
Prayer is requested for the peaceful repose of the soul of Vera Mae Woods O'Neill, a former member of the Eucharistic Missionaries of St. Dominic. Please click here to read her obituary.
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.