by Director of Communications | Apr 15, 2020 | NEWS, Spirituality
The black clouds I foresee may pass by harmless, or if in that Providence of grace they fall on me, Providence has an immense umbrella* to hinder or break the force of the storm — what a comfort. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (CW 2:595) [*Elizabeth used a variation of the...
by Director of Communications | Apr 14, 2020 | NEWS
Even though quarantine and physical distancing are still essential, with a mouse click and a search, you can be transported to sites near and far. Here are a few suggestions for virtual pilgrims, art and nature lovers, during the Easter season. Share the links with a...
by Director of Communications | Apr 13, 2020 | In Memoriam, In Memoriam 2020, NEWS
Sister Mary Catherine used her artistic abilities in several ways to bring joy to others. Sister Mary Catherine Ryan was born September 24, 1932, in Manhattan, one of three children — a daughter and two sons — of Thomas and Catherine Gladney Ryan. Mary Catherine...
by Director of Communications | Apr 13, 2020 | NEWS
From centuries ago, the words of our founders still resound, full of wisdom and insight, especially in this time of global pandemic. Our holy ones, Saints Elizabeth Ann Seton, Louise de Marillac, and Vincent de Paul, lived deep within the mystery of Christ’s dying and...
by Director of Communications | Apr 11, 2020 | NEWS, Reflections, Spirituality
Vigil Readings: Genesis 1:1 – 2:2; Psalm 104; Genesis 22:1–18; Psalm 16; Exodus 14:15 – 15:1; Exodus 15:1–18; Isaiah 55:1–11; Isaiah 12:2–6; Romans 6:3–11; Psalm 118; Matthew 28:1–10 Sunday Readings: Acts 10: 34–43; Psalm 118; Colossians 3:1–4 or 1 Corinthians 5:6B–8;...
by Director of Communications | Apr 10, 2020 | NEWS, Reflections, Spirituality
Readings: Isaiah 52:13–53:12; Psalm 31; Hebrews 4:14–16, 5:7–9; John 18:1-19:42 “Were you there when they crucified my Lord? …Sometimes it causes me to tremble …tremble …tremble.” Every Good Friday we commemorate the suffering of Jesus Christ in his final...