Poet Tree event at SHC photos
Sisters were recently busy creating a Poet Tree in the Sacred Heart Convent library. Formed in a semi-circle the Sisters were invited to share their own poems they had written or share one by their favorite authors. Sister Judith Curran shared with the others a poem by Robert Frost, the final three lines of the poem “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening” and read, “The woods are lovely, dark and deep, but I have promises to keep […]
“Opening Minds Through Art” volunteers honored
Our Sisters participated in the “Opening Minds Through Art” program at the Springfield Art Association and recently invited their art volunteers to an afternoon of fellowship at the motherhouse.
A Beautiful Life for Those Called to It
For Sr. Susan Karina Dickey, OP, the path to becoming a Dominican Sister began when she was just 14 years old. Growing up Lutheran, she was encouraged to consider ordained ministry, beginning a spiritual journey that would eventually take her from the Lutheran tradition to the Episcopal Church and, ultimately, to Catholic religious life. Along the way, she encountered St. Catherine of Siena and was captivated by the saint’s deep love for Jesus – and her conviction that […]
Associate Spotlight: Mary Helen Rowland preaches through pottery
From childhood piano lessons at the Motherhouse to her work today as a potter and parish volunteer in Virginia, Dominican Associate Mary Helen (Call) Rowland has carried the influence of the Dominican Sisters of Springfield throughout her life. “I am deeply grateful for these brilliant, generous women who love and serve our Creator, and share their inspirational Dominican Charism. Their faith, wisdom, compassion, and commitment to service continue to guide and inspire me,” wrote Mary Helen. I am […]
A Little Lemonade and a Lot of Good Books
A lemonade stand might seem like an unusual sight inside a convent, but on Aug. 4, Sacred Heart Convent’s library became the setting for a little taste of summer – complete with lemonade, cookies, conversation and plenty of good books. The morning gathering was organized by Sister Beverly Jeanne Howe, OP, director of the Motherhouse library, as a way to invite Sisters to make greater use of the library and its many resources. Along with refreshments, the event gave Sisters an opportunity […]
Dominican Sisters who shaped the USA
Join the Celebration To join in the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States of America’s Declaration of Independence, the Dominican Sisters Conference is remembering and honoring 250 Dominican women religious who have helped shape this country. Honoring our patron saints, this celebration will begin on the Feast of St. Dominic (August 8, 2026) and conclude with the Feast of St. Catharine of Siena (April 29, 2027). We will highlight the contributions of 250 women in […]
Maturing into discipleship at Dominican high schools
This past April Marisela and Vanessa Soto, twins and now graduates of Marian Catholic High School, Chicago Heights, Ill., were featured on CBS news in Chicago for responding to United Way’s annual April Food Drive. These two seniors reached out to the school community to help. The thread of the message in the video clip was “community” as one of the Dominican pillars which has taught them to want to give back-to say “Yes” whenever possible. The spirit […]
Dominican Delegation to Kenya leaves Springfield July 3
Two Dominican Sisters and a volunteer will join Dr. Margaret Lombe, a Springfield Dominican Associate, on her annual pilgrimage to Kakuma Refugee Camp in Northwest Kenya, July 3-20, 2026. Sister Anita Cleary, OP, a Springfield Dominican, Sister Helena Im, OP, a member of the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose, Calif., and Kathryn Raistrick, an artist and long-time volunteer with the Dominican Sisters, will join Dr. Lombe at the Jesuit Relief Services (JRS) program at the camp. JRS […]
