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by Michelle London In a world that often pulls us in many different directions, carving out moments of stillness and establishing our connection to God can feel like a monumental task. For many, the practice of regular prayer is a…
Celebrating Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, BVM with a life-size standup at her funeral services are BVMs Mary Ann Zollmann (l.), Margaret Mary Cosgrove, Kathy Kandefer, and Anne Marie McKenna. For generations of college students, alumni, and fans around the world,…
Callie Walker (l.) and Marilyn Wilson, BVM discuss land justice following Callie's presentation at Mount Carmel Bluffs. In 1935, around 14 percent of U.S. agricultural land was owned by Black farmers. Today, it is less than 1 percent. Reconnecting people…
The Tri-State Coalition of Women Religious announce that Daniel P. Horan, Ph.D., will offer a public presentation titled “Finding Hope in Challenging Times” on Thursday, February 12, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Church of the Resurrection, 4300 Asbury…
Members of the Land Justice Futures Committee presented a panel to the BVM Congregation on their experiences at the Women and Water symposium in November: Brenna Anglade (l.), and BVMs Ann DeNicolo, Kate Hendel, Colleen McGinnity, and Marguerite Murphy. The…
Colleen McGinnity, BVM talks with a guest during the Wednesday meal at St. Patrick's Catholic Church. For almost 40 years, St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Dubuque, Iowa, has served a Wednesday night meal to anyone who wants one or needs…
Queen Liza Ayinesom Aboyah plans to return to her home country of Ghana and open a mental health clinic. by Kari Litscher Queen Liza Ayinesom Aboyah’s path to becoming a changemaker began in the town of Zuarungu in Ghana’s Upper…
by Katie Anders, BVM Grief is the word we use to describe the sadness and ache we feel when we experience loss. Losses come in many shapes and forms. Loved ones and friends die, people move away, relationships end…
Volunteers set up St. Joseph Hall for funeral luncheons and celebratory occasions: BVMs Joellen McCarthy (l.) and Linda Roby, Associate Marybeth Coleman, and BVMs Ann Marie Dress and Fran Donnelly are among those who provide hands of service whenever there's…
A long time ago: The Latin word communis comes into use among Italic tribes. It is an adjective formed from the prefix “ko” (meaning “together”) and the root word “munis,” meaning “shared,” “duty,” or “gift.” It is the source of…