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February 20, 2017 – From Sr. Carole Anne Griswold

In these times of transition, each of us are called to strengthen and witness to the values by which we live our lives. For some who are a part of a religious community such as the Sisters of the Humility … →

February 6, 2017 – From Sr. Carole Anne Griswold

As we deepen the life of God within us, we know that words such as “listening to the voice of God”, “contemplation”, “reflection”, meditation and other words and practices are familiar to us. In the February issue of Give Us … →

January 17, 2017 – From Sr. Toby Lardie

In the midst of winter’s cold, it appears that very little is happening with the bare trees and fields covered with snow. Yet, we know that each year, the dying around us is precisely what opens up a space and … →

January 1, 2017 – From Sr. Toby Lardie

As we begin a new year, there are many thoughts about what 2017 will bring. Perhaps we enter this new time with trepidation, knowing now what we could not have known a year ago at the beginning of 2016 – … →

December 23, 2016 – From Sr. Karen Bernhardt

“There were shepherds in the fields keeping watch over their flocks by night” Luke 2 This passage that we hear during the Gospel narrative on Christmas night speaks of how “Emmanuel” chose the shepherds who were on the peripheries, to … →

December 8, 2016 – From Sr. Karen Bernhardt

Love has the power to transform us beyond the limits of our imagination. Love can create in us a universal heart that can embrace those who are different from us. Love has the power to stretch our hearts and free … →

November 21, 2016 – From Sr. Toby Lardie and Sr. Carole Anne Griswold

In everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. (1 Thess 5:18) This month of November brings us several annual themes. Every year at this time we are invited to remember those who have gone … →

November 4, 2016 – From Sr. Carole Anne Griswold

As citizens of the universe, we acknowledge our participation with all creation in the evolution and growth of the reign of God. (Living Document) Since Chapter 2013, we have taken time to grow in our role as “citizens of the … →

October 15, 2016 – From Sr. Mary Pat Cook

A rooster singing in the valley of death “The only sound we could barely hear was every once in a while a rooster singing in the distance. The singing of the rooster reminded me of the Gospel of the Passion … →

October 1, 2016 – From Sr. Mary Pat Cook

During a workshop I attended last spring, Carol Zinn, SSJ drew laughter from the group when she spoke of her effort to watch and listen to the presidential candidate debates from a contemplative stance. She acknowledged that she found it … →