Recently I was involved in giving a Busy Person’s Retreat at St. Ambrose University in Davenport, IA. It was a terrific experience and I companioned 7 girls and 2 guys. It was kind of experience that renewed my hope that young people are interested in deepening their spirituality and relationship with God. Continue Reading
Month: October 2010
Sr. Katherine Keogel 1920-2010
Our Sr. Katherine Keogel died Monday, Oct. 10, at the monastery. A true firebrand in her passion for righting social injustices, Sr. Katherine was the best friend of the downtrodden … but maybe not always welcomed by the powers that be. Continue Reading
Inspiration, Nourishment and a Bit of News…
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On Our Journeys to Become Who God Wants Us to Become
Yesterday Sr. Margaret evoked such a wonderful image of Sisters leaving for their ministries after prayers every morning, nourished by praying Lauds together. It’s the perfect image of our lives together! Continue Reading
Being Part of Something Bigger than Myself
During Lauds (Morning Prayer) recently, we prayed the following verse from Psalm 67: “So shall your rule be known upon the earth. Your saving power among all the nations.” It made me think about the Kingdom of God and how Jesus said, “The kingdom is within you.” God’s life and love is in each of us! Continue Reading
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