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Call for Compassion, Understanding, and an End to Practices that Create Fear Springfield, Ill.— “In recognition of the rights and dignity of children and families frightened and separated during the ICE raids on August 7, 2019” the leadership of the Dominican Sisters of Springfield, Illinois, “cry out” in solidarity compassion, and support. The sisters offer …

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An empty church basement. A dusty card table. Two rickety folding chairs. A 75-year-old woman determined to sing in English at church on Sunday. That’s what God’s Nonstop Mission looked like to Sister Kathleen Ryan 25-years ago when she established the Dominican Literacy Center in Aurora, Ill. Twenty-five years later, with the assistance of many …

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Today, July 22,  is a feast day for all Dominicans, and for Dominican women, in a special way.  Dominicans recognize St. Mary Magdalene as a co-patroness of the order under the title “apostle to the apostles.” She was the first to preach the good news of  Christ’s resurrection. Celebrate with us by reading and listening …

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July 25 is the feast day of St. Christopher, who, in Catholic popular piety was revered as the patron of travelers. His image was—and perhaps still is—found around the necks of Catholics who have a devotion to him. About the Saint Several months ago, we received the gift of this touching sculpture of St. Christopher—his …

St. Christopher:
Christ-Bearer, Burden-Sharer,
Patron of Travelers Read More »

Rosary in Solidarity with Catholic Day of Action for Immigrant Children 6:00 p.m. Thursday, July 18 Sacred Heart Convent Chapel 1237 W Monroe Street Springfield, IL 62704 We are alarmed by the way the U.S. Government is treating children and families at our border. This erosion of human rights is unacceptable. This is not who …

Stop the Inhumanity! Take Action for Immigrant Children! Read More »

Isabella “Izzy” Farris wasn’t keen on jumping from Sacred Heart-Griffin High School into college, so she made a deal with her parents, Blanca and Steve. They agreed that she could delay college if she filled the bulk of the year with meaningful, life-stretching service. Her first stop was Tanzania, where she gave five months of …

Izzy Farris Spends “Gap” Time with Sisters in Peru Read More »

(l to r) Sister Rose Miriam Schulte, Sister Marie Michelle Hackett, Sister Mila Díaz Solano, Sister Rebecca Ann Gemma. These sisters have accepted the responsibility of animating for the next five years our congregational response to the General Chapter. Congratulations and thank you for your service! Sister Rebecca Ann Gemma, OP Sister Rose Miriam Schulte, …

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Download the PDF. Goal 3 – Good Health & Well-being Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages Summary: When our needs are met, we are often unaware because our attention is not on them.  Likewise, we may not see the glowing light of transfiguration as our souls and spirits shine, but …

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Download the PDF. Goal 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns Summary: Jesus’ temptation in the desert reminds us that Jesus, too. was called to discern his relationship with the world around him.  His choice was clear: to respect all creation, to seek the common good over personal satisfaction. May …

First Sunday of Lent Read More »

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture Download the PDF. Pope Francis reminds us: “Indifference to our neighbor and to God represents a real temptation for us Christians… When we fast from this indifference, we can begin to feast on love.” Through our almsgiving, prayer and fasting this Lent, may …

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