By Sister Catherine Cleary, OSB
“Be vigilant at all times and pray that you have the strength to escape the tribulations that are imminent.”
“People will die of fright in anticipation of what is coming upon the world.”
St. Luke’s Gospel (Luke 21: 25-28; 34-36) for this 1st Sunday of Advent seems prophetic for this Advent season as we reel from the bombing and killing in Paris just 2 weeks ago. Continue Reading
By Sister Helen Carey, OSB
We all know it is difficult “to practice hospitality ungrudgingly.” (1Peter 4:9, RSV)
Genuine hospitality involves being open and vulnerable, making room in our hearts to grow and to reach out to others. Continue Reading
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Adapted from Sister Sandra Brunenn’s vigil reflection
As we celebrate the Feast of St. Benedict (and also the anniversary, for many of us, of our first vows), it’s appropriate to remember our monastic promises and core values. Continue Reading
By Sister Stefanie MacDonald, OSB
Today as I was sitting in the dinning room, in front of the window by the bird feeder, I saw my first chipmunk of the season.
The birds are singing, the ice is melting on the lake, the temperatures are warming up. Continue Reading
By Sister Stefanie MacDonald, OSB
This week we celebrated the Feast of St. Scholastica. Of course she is important to us, having founded women’s Benedictine monastic orders.
But she’s important for another reason, too.
This Valentine’s Day, St. Scholastica offers a model of presence and love that we would all do well to imitate. Continue Reading
By Sister Stefanie MacDonald, OSB
What makes a fire burn
is space between the logs,
a breathing space. – Judy Brown Continue Reading
They left their nets at once and followed him. (Matthew 4:20)
By Sister Stefanie MacDonald, OSB
Today we celebrate the Baptism of the Lord, on the final day of our Christmas season.
We remember that Jesus is human as he presents himself to John. In solidarity with human beings, Jesus (God) chose to become us. Wow!!! Continue Reading
By Sister Stefanie MacDonald, OSB
Listen to this inspiring song by Casting Crowns … then ask yourself: What is God’s dream for me? Religious life? Contact me: 309) 283-2300 or smacdonald@smmsisters.org. ❤
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