32 Ways to Live Less Violently
Recognizing our interconnectedness in the cosmos, we have embraced the common call toward communion with God and all creation. Non-violence is an integral part of that journey-a journey which is both inward and outward. Awareness motivates behavior; behavior strengthens one’s internal orientation. Following are a few suggestions for living non-violently in relation to the cosmos, others, and ourselves. Spend time each day with the God of peace. Consciously seek to expand your capacity for empathy. Seek the wisdom […]
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Adjustments to COVID and Cold: News from Our Lady of the Sioux Parish
In a February newsletter to friends and supporters, Sister Barbara Ann Bogenschutz reflected on the challenges of the past year since the COVID lockdown began on Pine Ridge Reservation where she is pastoral associate at Our Lady of the Sioux Parish, Oglala, SD. “Some new healthy patterns have begun,” she said. “The vaccine does give some hope and a little more peace.” Though people have adapted well to the necessary adjustments to mitigate the spread of the virus, […]
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Step away from the Noise at “Sound Scape” A BIG READ
event at Jubilee Farm
New Berlin, Ill.—Listen to the sounds of creation, enjoy fresh air, and get a respite from the noise and frenetic pace of life during “Sound Scape,” at Jubilee Farm, 10:00-11:00 Saturday, April 24, 2021. The free public event is offered by Jubilee Farm, a ministry of the Dominican Sisters of Springfield in partnership with the Academy of Lifelong Learning (ALL) at Lincoln Land Community College, host of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Big Read in Sangamon […]
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Second Week of Lent 2021
“Jesus took Peter, James, and John and led them up a high mountain apart by themselves. And he was transfigured before them…” Mark 9: 2-3 In the readings for the second Sunday of Lent, we hear the challenging story of Abraham’s near sacrifice of Isaac, followed by the story of Jesus’ transfiguration before three disciples from Mark’s Gospel. In one reading, Abraham is willing to give up his precious son, Isaac, to follow the will of God. In […]
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Frost and Chill, Bless the Lord
After the storm, comes this. Enjoy these photos from Sacred Heart Convent courtyard, complete with the gorgeous Van Zeller sculpture of St. Christopher, patron saint of travelers. Please be safe out there! If you have an extra moment, open your Bible to Daniel chapter 3:52-90 for an exuberant praise psalm perfect for every season. If you decide to dance around your living room or backyard while chanting in to the skies, don’t worry. (We won’t tell!)
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First Week of Lent 2021
“The Spirit drove Jesus out into the desert, and he remained in the desert for forty days…” Mark 1: 12 In this first week of Lent, we invite you to reflect on two stories of transformative encounters from the Gospels: the story of Jesus’ baptism and the parable of the Good Samaritan. The first story is at the heart of the readings for this first Sunday in Lent. The passage from Mark today recounts Jesus’ journey into the […]
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A Little St. Valentine’s Day Love from Sacred Heart Convent
For Valentine’s Day we asked two couples who work at our motherhouse to share what they most love about each other and about working with us at the convent. Their sweet replies are enough to melt your little chocolate heart! I love Dave’s good sense of humor! He’s a great dad for his sons. I love my job because I love the easy-going, peaceful atmosphere at the convent. It makes it a great place to work. The sisters […]
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Service in the Community: A Reflection on Service from Current SHG Students
For a number of years the sisters at Sacred Heart Convent and the students and faculty “across the blacktop” at Sacred Heart-Griffin High School have enjoyed a wonderful mutuality. Students are allowed to give one study hall period a week in service at the convent, where they come to read to sisters, or write letters for them, help the kitchen staff on the serving line, or assist sisters with various other tasks of daily ministry and common life. […]
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