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Praying together in this time of fear and danger
The Sisters of Charity invite you to join us in daily prayer during this time of shared crisis. God of the ages, we praise your faithful love. Christ of the now, we seek to meet our...
April 26, 2020 — Third Sunday of Easter
Readings: Acts 2:14, 22–33; Psalm 16; 1 Peter 1:17–21; Luke 24:13–35 Matthew’s gospel records an earthquake preceding the announcement of Jesus’ resurrection—such a fitting symbol for what happened to the disciples—their world was turned upside down; nothing was as it...
In Memoriam: Sister Patricia Ann O’Brien, SC
Teaching young children was Sister Patricia Ann’s great joy … Sister Patricia Ann O’Brien (Sister Andrew Marie), born March 17, 1934, in Manhattan, was the youngest of four children, one son and three daughters, of Andrew and Anne Westphalen O’Brien. Patricia Ann...
In Memoriam: Sister Patricia McGowan, SC
Sister Pat was one in a million and will be greatly missed by all; we are better for having her in our lives. Sister Patricia McGowan (Sister Kathleen Mary) was born June 5, 1939, in Manhattan, one of four children —three daughters and one son— of Cormac and Anna...
April 19, 2020 — 2nd Sunday of Easter (Divine Mercy Sunday)
Readings: Acts 2:42–47; Psalm 118; 1 Peter 1:3–9; John 20:19–31 Hiding away from the world, afraid of what may happen — the parallels of life during the pandemic and the days the apostles hid away after Jesus died are quite similar. These past few weeks, society has...
Providence has an Immense Umbrella
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...
Suggestions for Virtual Pilgrims
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...
In Memoriam: Sister Mary Catherine Ryan, SC
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...
Charity Wisdom, Eastertide 2020
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...
April 11 & 12, 2020 – Easter Vigil and Solemnity of Easter
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;...