Congregational News
"Zoom and See" Starts Soon
A dozen or more women from across the country will be joining with us virtually this weekend for a "Zoom and See" Discernment Retreat.
May our loving God touch the hearts of these women as they seek to discern God’s call in their lives.
Our theme is “Listen to Your Heart” and the gathering will include times for prayer, conversation with our Sisters in formation, presentations about discernment, the call to religious life, and Dominican spirituality and charism.
We ask for prayer for everyone involved in this retreat, including our Sisters who are participating from Great Bend, Columbus, Kentucky, New Orleans, and Connecticut.
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Diocese of Columbus Celebrates Consecrated Life
It was a memorable day at St. Joseph's Cathedral when our Sisters joined with others at Mass to celebrate World Day of Consecrated Religious Life.
The occasion was organized by the Diocese of Columbus with Bishop Earl K. Fernandes offering the Mass.
Sr. Shingai Chigwedere served as a gift bearer and Associate Diane LeMay participated as a reader.
After the Mass, all joined together for conversation and a delicious meal. Please see some photos from the day here.
Peace & Justice Update
Call to Action
A pause in support to groups such as pregnant women, babies and children in need, the farming community and others can create distressing outcomes. But there is a way to get involved when it comes to providing humanitarian aid.
Please call or write your Senators and Representatives to Restart USAID NOW. Your personal letter or call can make a significant impression. You can also use this link (a petition form), if you prefer that method of advocacy.
Wear Red this Friday
Friday, February 7 is Wear Red Day. Wear Red Day reminds us to care for our hearts and to encourage research on heart disease and how it affects women. For more about Wear Red Day, click here. Be sure to share pictures of your red!
From Our Founded Ministries
Tax Season Sale: St. Catharine Farm
This sale might add a bright spot to the tax season. It is a special offer on beef and other items from St. Catharine Farm. Click here for prices and please click to see the contact information here. We hear there are limited quantities, and you'll need to pick up orders at the farm.
In The Media
Giving Voice Newsletter
Take time out to read the Giving Voice January newsletter by clicking here. The Giving Voice organization gives a voice to the hopes and dreams of younger Sisters.
Events
Honoring Jubilarians in Arizona
Bishop Weisenburger and the Diocese of Tucson celebrated Jubilarians on Sunday, February 2, 2025, with a special Mass and luncheon.
Nine Jubilarians were honored with a total of 465 years of service. They include our own Sr. Esther Calderon, who is observing her 60th Jubilee.
Ministries represented by the Jubilarians include Health Care, Social Services, Outreach to the Elderly, Prison Ministry, Accompaniment with the Migrants and Refugees, Religious Education, Ministry on the Reservations, Pastoral, and Music.
At the celebration, the diocese spotlighted and recognized the Vocation of the Religious Brother as a particular gift to the Church. Please see some pictures of the day here.
| Death of A Sister Sr. Noel Toomey, OP, who passed away January 27, served as a woman religious for 68 years. Her theological insights earned her invitations to speak in the US and abroad. Please see the details of her life of service in this obituary. Click here to view. Funeral Arrangements Reminder Please see the arrangements for Sr. Alvina Miller, OP, who died this week at the Great Bend Motherhouse. Thursday, February 6 Reception of the Body 4:00 pm CT Vigil Service 7:00 pm Friday, February 7 Mass of Resurrection 10:30 am Burial at the Resurrection Cemetery following Mass and a luncheon will follow. Services will be in the Chapel at 3600 Broadway, Great Bend, KS. |
Prayer Requests
- Sr. Gemma Doll (Columbus, OH, gemma.doll@oppeace.org) requests prayer for a full recovery for Associate Mary Kay Wood who has some serious health issues.
- Sr. Rita Birzer (Waterford, MI, ritabirzer@hotmail.com) requests prayer for Associate Candidate Christine Sadlowski-Sauce (cmsadlowski@gmail.com) who has been recently diagnosed with cancer. A previous cancer occurred 15 years ago.
- Associate Bobbie Cline (Richardson, TX, bcline51@yahoo.com) requests prayer for a close friend's nephew, Wayne, who had a massive stroke and is in critical condition. Please pray for comfort, healing and recovery.
- Associate Shirley Nyhan (Bexley, OH, bcline51@yahoo.com) requests prayer for Elizabeth, a young woman who is confronting a biopsy of her thyroid.
Updates/Notes of Gratitude
Associate Joe Perez (Garden City KS, joevp777@gmail.com) sends his thanks to all who sent emails and prayed for his Aunt Ruby. Her heart surgery was successful. His Aunt Elva's heart surgery was delayed for a week, due to blood medications. He requests continued prayer for both women.