How Did Springfield Dominican Sister Regina Marie Bernet go from being a sheltered child growing up in a loving home on Springfield’s North End to a sign of Living Hope for hundreds of students and families—then wind up in prison? That’s what we’ll explore as we unfold young Marilyn Bernet’s story, from her baptism at …
Cor Unum House has its own story. An American Foursquare, it was saved from the wrecking ball through the vision and commitment of the Enos Park Neighborhood Improvement Association and the generosity of philanthropist Fletcher Farrar, Jr., who with his spouse Mary Jessup are friends of the Dominican Sisters and catalysts for their presence in …
This morning, November 20, 2020, Sister Barbara Ann Bogenschutz communicated to us the sad news of the death from COVID-19 of Mr. Paul Little, a parishioner of Sister Barbara’s at Our Lady of the Sioux Parish, Oglala, SD, and a friend to many of our sisters who’ve had the privilege of knowing him. Read a …
About the photo: Crucifix in San Damiano Church, courtesy of Dan Frachey. Have you ever been embarrassed by needing to ask this question? Yeah, me too. That’s the phrase that tumbled through my head recently as I looked up from contemplation and saw the crucifix on my wall. Excuse me? How do I know you? …
Sister M. Melanie’s Services Private Mass of Resurrection at Sacred Heart Convent, Tuesday, Nov. 17; private burial, Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Wednesday, Nov. 18. A memorial mass will be held at Sacred Heart Convent at a later date. Memorials to honor the memory of Sister M. Melanie may be made to the Dominican Sisters Retirement …
Sister Marie André’s Services Private Mass of Resurrection at Sacred Heart Convent, Tuesday, Nov. 3; private burial, Roselawn Cemetery, Wednesday, Nov. 4. A memorial mass will be held at Sacred Heart Convent at a later date. Memorials to honor the memory of Sister Marie André may be made to the Dominican Sisters Retirement Fund, 1237 …
Sister Mary Dominic’s Services Private Mass of Resurrection at Sacred Heart Convent, Monday, Oct. 12; private burial, Calvary Cemetery, Tuesday, Oct. 13. A public memorial mass will be held at Sacred Heart Convent at a later date. In lieu of flowers or visits, donations may be made to the Dominican Sisters Retirement Fund, 1237 W. …
Sister Margaret Therese’s Services Private burial at Roselawn Cemetery, Friday, October 9. A memorial mass will be held at Sacred Heart Convent at a later date. In lieu of flowers or visits, donations may be made to the Dominican Sisters Retirement Fund, 1237 W. Monroe St., Springfield, IL, 62704.The Dominican Sisters and family of Sister …
One of the first things I learned about the culture of my new religious community when I joined the Springfield Dominicans back in the last millennium was that there was some kind of a thing between the Dominicans on the west side of town and the Franciscans on the North End. Put aside the fact …
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The Season of Creation is a time to renew our relationship with our Creator and all creation through celebration, conversion, and commitment together. During the Season of Creation, we join our sisters and brothers in the ecumenical family in prayer and action for our common home. Join Our Sisters and Associates Here are some ways …
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Springfield Dominican Antiracism Team member Doug King enjoys a remote connection with team member Daphne Skretvedt during one of the last in-person team meetings in the fall of 2019. The next team meeting Sept. 11-12, 2020, will be completely virtual. Make the Difference! Join the Springfield Dominican Sisters Antiracism Mission. We’re near the end of …
Sister M. Jeanine’s Services Private burial at Calvary Cemetery, Thursday, August 20. A memorial mass will be held at Sacred Heart Convent at a later date. In lieu of flowers or visits, donations may be made to the Dominican Sisters Retirement Fund, 1237 W. Monroe St., Springfield, IL, 62704.The Dominican Sisters and family of Sister …
Sister M. Anton’s Services Private burial at Calvary Cemetery, Friday, August 21. A memorial mass will be held at Sacred Heart Convent at a later date. In lieu of flowers or visits, donations may be made to the Dominican Sisters Retirement Fund, 1237 W. Monroe St., Springfield, IL, 62704.The Dominican Sisters and family of Sister …
Sister Karina, left, and her novitiate classmate Sister Linda Mary DeLonais, process into chapel for their first profession of vows, 1997. This is the last in a series of three stories about Sister Susan Karina Dickey, OP, who currently serves as the Vice President for Mission Integration at St. Dominic’s Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi. Follow …
“Not Alone in the Boat.” Sister Karina’s Story Part III Read More »
This essay first appeared in the Springfield State Journal-Register, Sunday, August 9, 2020. Everyone is thinking about John Lewis. You could write about him.” As I was mulling over what to write for this column, a friend crossed my path with this timely suggestion. I’d not thought of that. St. Dominic was on my mind, …
