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In Memoriam: Sister Elaine Owens, SC
…These skills helped form a creative spirit that encouraged her to think outside the box to improve the quality of life of those in her care. Sister Elaine Owens (Sister Marie Ella) was born February 8, 1941, in Staten Island, New York, one of two...
Assembly of the Whole Daily Report — Sunday, June 16
The last day of the assembly began with an opening prayer, which included a Litany of Remembrance for sisters who passed. This beautiful tribute lasted several minutes and was accompanied by song. The remainder of the morning included the videotaped reflection by...
June 16, 2019 — Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
READINGS: Proverbs 8:22-31; Psalm 8: Rom. 5:1-5; John 16: 12-15 On this feast of the Trinity, the heart of our Catholic faith, we offer a few reflections on this mystery of relationship — loving and ever-unfolding — that is the life of our God. Try as we might,...
Assembly of the Whole Daily Report Saturday, June 15
We may not see this moment or place in time again, and if not now, tell me when? After the opening prayer led by Sister Regina Bechtel, SC (New York), the morning session opened with “Vignettes of Unstoppable Charity,” a compilation of photos and videos contributed by...
Assembly of the Whole Daily Report — Friday June 14
We enter into the mystery of this place. We awaken to the mystery of this time. We claim the mystery of ourselves. We delight in the mystery of each other. We dwell in the mystery of our God. In her presidential report, Sister Joan Elizabeth Cook, SC (Cincinnati)...
Assembly of the Whole — June 13, 2019
Thursday evening, Sisters of Charity Federation members, associates, staff, and guests representing fourteen congregations gathered in Chicago, Ill., for the first-ever Assembly of the Whole. Sister Grace Hartzog, executive director, welcomed the 550 participants!...
June 9, 2019 — Solemnity of Pentecost
(We apologize for the late posting of this reflection. It may be late, but we think you will agree that it still has great value.) READINGS: Acts 2:1–11; Psalm 104; 1 Corinthians 12: 3–7, 12–13 (or Rom. 8:8–17); John 20:19–23 (or John 14:15-16, 23–26) May these...
In Memoriam: Sister Marita Regina Bronner
Sister Marita Regina was an outstanding educator and principal. Students and their families will long remember her for her compassion, kindness, understanding, and the love of learning, which she so joyfully imparted to them. Sister Marita Regina Bronner...
May 26, 2019 – Sixth Sunday of Easter
READINGS: Acts 15:1–2, 22–29 ; Psalm 67; Rev. 21: 10–14, 22-23; John 14:23–29 Memorial Day — a time when our nation pauses to honor the men and women who fought in wars and even gave their lives so that others might enjoy freedom and peace. We owe them our...
Please help us reach our goal in Sisters Hill Farm’s 20th Anniversary Year
Do you remember the old saying “you are what you eat?” It’s literally true! Our food provides the building blocks that replenish our cells. Good food is vital for a healthy life. But in the 21st century, much of our food is grown using harmful chemicals...