Congregational News
St. Catharine Farm Appreciation Day Highlights
Kentucky Associates enjoyed a breezy morning hayride to the original site of Dominican Sisters in the United States this past Saturday. They began St. Catharine Farm Appreciation Day with a short prayer service, led by Rosie Blackburn, OPA. Nine associates, one Sister, and two others interested in becoming associates took part in the event. Prayer and song were shared together before returning to the Motherhouse and Farm Day festivities. Please click here to see a little video of the beautiful day.
Memorial Mass Webcast Details
It’s September, which means the Mission Advancement Team is planning the Memorial Mass webcast. If you have a friend or loved one that you would like to be honored at the 2024 Memorial Mass, please send their name to Sr. Gene Poore at gene.poore@oppeace.org.
Events
The Importance of Multi-Issue Voting
NETWORK will host Fr. Bryan Massingale, and Robert P. Jones for “White Supremacy and American Christianity: We Choose Freedom.” The discussion will focus on freedom, democracy, participation, and the importance of multi-issue voting. This virtual event will take place Wednesday, September 11 at 7:00 PM Eastern/4:00 PM Pacific. Please register here to watch live or receive the recording.
Dominican Family News
The Bell Rings at St. Agnes Academy
The spirit of kindness and connection is evident at St. Agnes Academy thanks to the House Program where Upper School students gather for a day to learn their House assignment. The "House System" supports the school's ideals while building community among the students without competition. The students will complete service projects, engage in community building games and lead Upper School Masses. Please click here to see a photo of the large group of students who are joyfully part of the Academy this year.
Office News
Grant Fund Application News
Please note that the 2024-2025 Shalom Fund grant application will be available next Monday, September 16 in the daily email. All pertinent information will be included in the application. It will be in Word format.
In The Media
Sister Ana Authors Global Sisters Report Article
Sr. Ana Gonzalez looks at how sports foster community and cooperation among Sisters in the Global Sisters Report. Click here to read her article.
Global Sisters Article on Change in Schools
In the Monday Starter Column, Global Sisters Report details the transfer of schools to Dominican Veritas Ministries. Go here to read their story.
Employment Opportunity
Louisville Area Opening
Epiphany Catholic Church in Louisville, KY seeks a creative and energetic individual for the full-time position of Director of Worship and Music Ministry.
Responsibilities include the planning of liturgical and sacramental celebrations, fostering spiritual wellbeing through prayer and worship and the direction of the liturgical music program.
The candidate must be familiar with the Roman Catholic liturgy and can demonstrate vocal and/or piano/keyboard proficiency.
More parish information and a full description of the position can be found here. Interested candidates can go the website to learn more and can contact: Pastor, Epiphany Catholic Church, 914 Old Harrods Creek Rd., Louisville, KY 40223
Prayer Requests
Diane Kozlowski, OP, pastoral minister at Mohun Center (Columbus, OH, diane.kozlowski@oppeace.org) requests prayer for Jynna Girts, a 17-year-old family friend of Mohun staff member Helena Owusu-Ensaw,(Columbus,OH, helena.owusu-ensaw@mohun.org). Jynna was in a serious car accident