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by Kari Litscher “Little did anyone know that this new structure would go on to live many lives, serving purposes far beyond its original intent.” —BVM Archivist Jennifer Head 1893–1904: Seeds of Growth on the Prairie In 1893, the…
We rejoice at the release of UISG-USG’s contribution to the interim phase of the global Synod on behalf of their member congregations, including the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. We celebrate the 13 proposals for growing women’s…
by Kari Litscher After their participation in the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) in March, participants were eager to share their experiences with panel attendees at Mount Carmel Bluffs in Dubuque, Iowa. The panelists included BVMs…
Associate Dr. Sherry Warren attends the UN International Women’s Day 2023. by Associate Dr. Sherry Warren Every March the United Nations hears from one of its largest commissions and the only one that focuses specifically on women and girls around…
Scholarship recipient Sophia Clements attends the opening of her graduate art exhibition, “Domicile,” addressing the housing crisis in Duluth, Minn. by Kari Litscher Sophia Clements’ journey as a recipient of the Mary Frances Clarke Scholarship for Women at the University…
The May 1984 fire consumes the chapel at Clarke University (CU) in Dubuque, Iowa. President BVM Catherine Dunn recalls, “I started to pray . . . I don't know how to explain it, but the whole time I was pacing…
BVMs Kathy Conway (l.), and Mary Martens enjoy working with a student at the Presentation Lantern Center in Dubuque, Iowa. by BVMs Kathy Conway and Mary Martens Adult immigrants and refugees who settle in Dubuque, Iowa, find “A Place of…
Mesh netting was purchased to safeguard the coops Group leaders Sophie Morse (l.), Sandra Morse, Julián Larrea, and Jose Peas of Sharamentsa bring guests to the rainforest to learn about the vibrant Achuar culture. Photo used with permission: maketai.org. by…
Through her work with the Immigrant and Refugee Reform Committee at Old St. Patrick's Church in Chicago, BVM Mary Fran McLaughlin (l.), supports Venezuelan family José, Jesús, and Maria, with co-liaison Doug DuBois. by Mary Fran McLaughlin, BVM I eagerly…
by Kari Litscher Imagine coming face to face with a friend you haven’t seen in over 60 years. That’s what happened to Mary Gene (Antonilla) Kinney, BVM when she was reunited with a beloved piano she had years ago. The…