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Reflection: Easter—April 5, 2015
The Mass of Easter Day: Acts 10:34A, 37-43, Psalm 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23, Colossians 3:1-4, John 20:1-9 “You know what has happened…,” says Peter in the first reading of Easter Sunday. Yes, we know what Jesus did and had done to him. We know this Jesus more intimately...
Reflections: Holy Thursday and Good Friday
The First Word of Christ Jesus Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do. (Lk 23:34) Father, I am here, your Son, Your Word. The word that I have spoken they did not understand. Forgive them. Your pardon give to them. They did not understand – they know not...
In Memoriam: Sister Loretto Alphonse Clark, SC
"All who knew Sister Alphonse were keenly aware that her demeanor belied the humorous, kind, and caring individual who never hesitated to extend herself for others." Sister Loretto Alphonse Clark (Marion) was born on September 12, 1925 on Staten Island,...
Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion, March 29, 2015
Readings: Isaiah 50: 4-7; Psalm 22; Philippians 2: 8-9; Mark 14: 1 – 15:47 It is Palm Sunday and here comes everybody! A touch of Spring in the air and palm branches for everyone, makes this Sunday special above all others. Even Christians who do not ordinarily attend...
In Memoriam: Sister Mary Ellis, SC
"Her bright and cheerful smile was ever present when greeting everyone she met." Sister Mary Ellis (Sister Aloysia Maria) was born on August 27, 1918 in Manhattan, one of two children of Edward and Mary Lowry Ellis. Mary attended Saint Ignatius Loyola...
In Memoriam: Sister Patricia Sullivan, SC
"[She] continued to help her former students as they journeyed through higher education and life’s varied paths." Sister Patricia Sullivan (Sister Regina Timothy) was born on January 4, 1941 in Manhattan, one of three children born to Timothy and Emily...
In Memoriam: Sister Kathleen Hanrahan, SC
"No matter where she went she brought warmth, compassion, and kindness to those whom she served." Sister Kathleen Hanrahan (Sister Miriam Francis) was born in Jersey City on September 7, 1920, the only daughter of three children born to Daniel and Mary...
Fifth Sunday of Lent, March 22, 2015
Readings: Jer. 31:31-34; Psalm 51: 3-4,12-13, 14-15; Hebrews 5: 7-9; John 12:20-33 The time has come for the Kingdom of God to be recognized as fully present in our world. Do I stand with Jesus and joyfully proclaim the Word of God to all of God’s people? Am I willing...
St. Patrick’s Day Party at the Convent of Mary the Queen
On Saturday, March 7, the Sisters at the Convent of Mary the Queen were joined by Sisters from Elizabeth’s Place, Kittay House, Mount Saint Vincent Convent, and more for Irish music, dancing, fun, food, and fellowship. Celebrated in honor of Sister Trudē Collins, SC...
Fourth Sunday Sunday of Lent, March 15, 2015
Readings: 2 Chronicles 36:14-16, 19-23; Psalm 137:1-2, 3, 4-5, 6; Ephesians 2:4-10; John 3:14-21 God so loved the world that God sent His only Son, so everyone who believes in him might have eternal life. – John 3:16 And Jesus, in obedience to the Father’s will, gave...