Trafficking is a crime that exploits women, children and men for numerous purposes including forced labour and sex. Since 2003 the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has collected information on about 225,000 victims of trafficking detected worldwide. Globally countries are detecting and reporting more victims, and are convicting more traffickers. This can be the result of increased capacity to identify victims and/or an increased number of trafficked victims. Links:
As a way to deepen your Season of Creation experience, we invite you to consider becoming a Laudato Si’ Animator. Through a free six-week online training program, Animators learn about the core teachings of Laudato Si’ and the root causes and consequences of climate change. https://catholicclimatemovement.global/animators/
Unfortunately, we only got the second half of the prayer / party. Hope you enjoy what we have.
–shared by Marianne Keena
Even now, with our physical libraries temporarily closed, you can access the Library from anywhere, anytime – through the Digital Branch. Many libraries offer a vast collection of books, movies, music, and audiobooks that can be read in a web browser, downloaded to a mobile device, or streamed online, all for free. Here are the digital resource links for some local libraries:
This chart is intended as a guide, prepared by physician experts of the Texas Medical Association, to help us make smart and educated choices of activities to pursue amid the COVID-19 pandemic. https://www.texmed.org/uploadedFiles/Current/2016_Public_Health/Infectious_Diseases/309193%20Risk%20Assessment%20Chart%20V2_FINAL.pdf
–shared by Fran Maher
Join the Loyola University Maryland community for a series of lunchtime webinars as we discuss topics around race, anti-racism, and living out a deeper commitment to Baltimore. Questions for the presenters can be submitted in advance of the webinars, which are being organized by Loyola’s Office of Equity and Inclusion. Registration is required, but all are welcome.
–shared by Phyllis Bardenheier
–shared by Nancy Corcoran
We have called this COVID 19
Nature called it a RESET a REPRIEVE
We called it self-isolation
Nature called it a time to breathe again – to flourish
To turn inward and nourish the roots so it can grow
Free of plastic, garbage, pollution, and exploitation.
But we forget –
We are Nature
Did you use this time
To reset, to nourish your roots?
Did you use this time to pay attention
To the beautiful spring as it unfolded?
Did you use this time to recognize
The preciousness of time?
Did you use this time to dwell
In gratitude for the multitude of gifts you keep receiving?
Did you use this time
To learn, unlearn, and learn again?
Did you use this time
To notice that the heart
Is the source of all that is life-giving?
That the flames of injustice lie in the heart?
And that anger, indignation, and outrage
Are simply the release of pent up toxins
They are never the cure.
Did you lament about the lost past
Oblivious to the reality that the past is always past?
Did you join the clamor
To ‘go back to…’
Where there is never a going back?
Did you choose to continue to live in ‘a-void-dance’
Rather than select a life of Being –
A life of reset,
A life close to its true wondrous nature?
Did you spend time with your heart?
And did you caress your body
With each conscious breath?
Did you realize that the sun of hope
Rises each morning in your chest?
Did you savor eternity
One moment at a time?
Tell me friend -
What did you do?
Annabel Beerel – June 19, 2020
Recording of Vigil service for Sr Mary Moeller
By: U.S. Federation JPIC Immigration Working Group http://cssjfed.org/daca-action-alert?fbclid=IwAR3ZeMdGlc_G8D_oYCrFUnuoU4Stoq8NmoGgTsGgeKXKq_XpnS3V5ur7XGw
–shared by Mary Jo Logan
A two part series on race relations.
By Charles Mackay (English Chartist poet, 1814–1889)
–shared by Pauline Oetgen
–shared by Carol Patron Wow! We are thrilled to present this important and powerful video. “Warrior” is a collaboration between two of Newfoundland and Labrador's powerful women's musical groups; Lady Cove Women's Choir and Eastern Owl. It is the hope of both groups that this work will inspire and empower women to keep fighting for gender equity, as well as continue to look out for each other, and lift each other up.
Eastern Owl is an eight-piece Indigenous-led folk band who are known for their combination of traditional Mi'kmaq drum singing, rich harmonies and modern arranging to create their own innovative sound. Since 2012, Eastern Owl has been celebrating traditions, composing new works, and collaborating with dozens of artists to create music with themes of culture, social justice, and hope for the future.
Lady Cove Women’s Choir was founded in 2003 by Kellie Walsh. The name Lady Cove is representative of the spirit and philosophy of the choir: a community of women – a haven where members come, not only to explore their own musicianship but to share their lives and experiences in a sisterhood. The choir’s mission is to reveal the potential, strength, and versatility of women’s choral music.“ https://www.facebook.com/choralstream/videos/138999844104363/UzpfSTEwMDAwNTcyOTQwMjQ0OToxNDc5NjAxODUyMjQwNzgx/
Mercy Center has a vigil for nonviolence at noon each day. It is recorded, with the prayers at this link, so you can tune in any day at your convenience. https://www.mercycenterstl.org/vigil-for-nonviolence
Recommended Reading and Watch List https://engineerinclusion.com/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-recommended-reading-and-watch-list/
Celebrate Juneteenth by starting a semester course on African American history:
The Sustainable Backyard tour is an annual event in St. Louis. It is a self guided tour of gardens in the St. Louis Area. Since they could not do it live, they invited hosts to record a video tour of their gardens. You can enjoy a virtual visit to Amy Hereford’s gardens, featuring native plants, edible plants and, new this year, quail!
“Unmasking White Privilege: A Matter of Life and Death” A Congregational Workshop for all affiliated with the CSJ community This is the first in a series hosted by ACOF, the Associates, Consociates, Ohana and Familia de San Jose of the Congregation. It is open to all who affiliate with the CSJ community: Sisters, ACOF, SJW, Partners in Mission/Ministry and more. Title of Workshop: Unmasking White Privilege: A Matter of Life and Death Description of Workshop: An opportunity to engage in discussion around oppressive systems that keep racism in place in our provinces as well as allow the tragic death of George Floyd and so many black men before him. When: Thursday, June 18, 2020 . Gather and greetings on zoom starting at 5:30. Program begins promptly at 6:00-7:30 pm CST. Facilitated by Consociate Donna Hauer, Director of Multicultural and International Programs and Services at St. Catherine University, St. Paul, MN Hosted by ACOF, St. Paul Province The zoom account is through the St. Paul Communication Office and can host up to 500 registered people. One needs to register in advance for this meeting! Please follow the link. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtdeGsqzIsHtHgaGnTzVTs9z0mXXPF00-H After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Please save this information, this is the link you will need to join the meeting on June 18th.
Desertification is the degradation of land in arid, semi-arid and dry sub-humid areas. It is caused primarily by human activities and climatic variations. Desertification does not refer to the expansion of existing deserts. It occurs because dryland ecosystems, which cover over one third of the world‘s land area, are extremely vulnerable to overexploitation and inappropriate land use. Poverty, political instability, deforestation, overgrazing and bad irrigation practices can all undermine the productivity of the land. The World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is observed every year to promote public awareness of international efforts to combat desertification. The day is a unique moment to remind everyone that land degradation neutrality is achievable through problem-solving, strong community involvement and co-operation at all levels.
By Sr. Jean Ann McGrath CSJ (Chicago) https://beyondthehabit.org/2020/06/03/3316/
Have you ever made a successful change in your life? Perhaps you wanted to exercise more, eat less, or change jobs? Think about the time and attention you dedicated to the process. A lot, right? Change is hard. Creating effective social justice habits, particularly those dealing with issues of power, privilege, supremacy and leadership is like any lifestyle change. Setting our intentions and adjusting what we spend our time doing is essential. It’s all about building new habits. Sometimes the hardest part is just getting started. The good news is, there’s an abundance of resources just waiting to empower you to be a more effective player in the quest for equity and justice. Please use this plan just as it is, or adapt it to a sector, an ethnic/racial group, or interest area. https://www.eddiemoorejr.com/21daychallenge
–shared by Linda Markway Serenity Prayer by Fontbonne Campus Ministry https://www.facebook.com/linda.markwaycsj/videos/10207292219539473/
This is a working document for scaffolding anti-racism resources. The goal is to facilitate growth for white folks to become allies, and eventually accomplices for anti-racist work. These resources have been ordered in an attempt to make them more accessible. We will continue to add resources. https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1PrAq4iBNb4nVIcTsLcNlW8zjaQXBLkWayL8EaPlh0bc/mobilebasic?usp=gmail
Pope Francis calls us to ponder how: “Interdependence obliges us to think of one world with a common plan”. (LS 164) These words underlie an exciting session that explores a global plan for Laudato Si’. Presenters include Fr. Albert Parise, mccj, Sr. Catharine Barange, csj and Laura Noctor-King. The webinar will be in English, Italian, French and Spanish (simultaneous translation). Please read the flyer for more information and for a link to the Zoom link. English https://www.sowinghopefortheplanet.org/files/shftp_uploads/2020/5/EN_Reflecting_on_a_Global_Plan.pdf Español https://www.sowinghopefortheplanet.org/files/shftp_uploads/2020/5/ES_Vivir_la_Laudato_Si_en_una_perspectiva_mundial.pdf
–By Leslie Dwight
–shared by Linda Markway https://ignatiansolidarity.net/blog/2020/03/30/examen-quarantine-shelter-in-place/
World Oceans Day celebrates oceans as one of the most integral sources of life on Earth and encourages the alteration of human actions to preserve their beauty. By preserving the oceans, we protect that which affects countless food and medicine sources, ecosystems, and climates. Alleviating pressure upon them will ultimately increase the present and future health of the world
–shared by Marianne Keena Workshop and Benefit Concert- June 6: Soulful. Wise. Gentle. Funny. Creative. Delightful. These are some of the first words that come to mind when I think of singer-songwriter Carrie Newcomer. (She’s my favorite!) In light of what’s happening with personal distancing, we’ve decided to go to an online platform and offer a virtual experience of hope, connection and transformation! I’m absolutely thrilled that we are now able to offer this experience to everyone, no matter where you are these days! Registration opens May 8. (Number of participants is very limited for the workshop, but the sky’s the limit on the benefit concert!) (https://www.mercycenterstl.org/carrie-newcomer-returns)
World Environment Day invites people to set aside their differences in pursuit of the health of the natural world. It is imperative to protect nature for future generations as many general practices today threaten the future integrity of animals, plants, and natural systems. The theme for 2020 is biodiversity https://www.worldenvironmentday.global/about/biodiversity
There are hundreds of online events taking place around the world. From virtual safaris to photo competitions and online discussions, this year's line up is not to be missed! https://www.worldenvironmentday.global/latest/schedule
We invite you to pray together for our dear Sr. Connie Heun, on Thursday at 1pm.
This highlights the importance and the right for children to enjoy special protection, especially those who are the victims of abuse and aggression. Video: work of the office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict.
–shared by Barbara Moore
From Sr. Rosemary O’Toole, CSJ
We are hosting these ZOOM meetings bi-monthly on Saturdays. Choose the option of dates and times below that best suit your schedule. (7 summer Saturdays)
To help build small communities we plan to have the same 9 participants attend each meeting. If eight of you want to choose to be together for these Zoom conversations, one of you please send me the names and email addresses and I will gladly host your group.
WORDS FOR LIFE: BOOK ONE conversations will be hosted by Rosemary:
Two options:
Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.(already filled) or 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m. or 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Please email Rosemary (upperroom@sympatico.ca) choosing one of the Saturday options and one of the highlighted times. Then, I will email you your Zoom web link invitation. These sessions are encrypted/secure and by invitation only. Please read the Zoom tips attached for all participants. We anticipate some ‘learning’ as we introduce this new platform for sharing hearts. We are looking forward to meeting with you and growing a meaningful and enriching community experience. BOOK TWO CONVERSATIONS will start in September, 2020.
Blessings,
Rosemary O’Toole, CSJ
The UK-based charity The Wildlife Trust have created a 30 day wildlife challenge designed to get you to do one wild thing a day throughout the month of June. Your pack will be emailed to you and you can take part from anywhere in the world!
As we mark the death of 100,000 people in the U.S. from COVID-19, the Leadership Conference of Women Religious joins an unprecedented group of 100+ national faith leaders—from Christian, Jewish and Muslim traditions representing major denominations, national faith-based organizations, local congregations, and millions of people of faith across the country—who call for a National Day of Mourning and Lament. Together, they look to federal, state, and local elected officials to observe Monday, June 1 as National Day of Mourning and Lament, a day marked by moments of silence, lowering of flags, interfaith vigils, ringing of bells, and civic memorials.
This call is being supported by the U.S. Conference of Mayors who represent over 1,400 mayors across the country. Mayors lead on the frontline of the COVID-19 response effort and continue to model critical local leadership amid this difficult time.
Together, interfaith leaders and mayors across the nation will call us to mourn, lament, and honor the dead, acknowledge the unequal nature of our suffering, pray together for the healing of the nation, and recommit to the difficult work ahead.
The National Day of Mourning and Lament will follow a weekend of diverse services–Friday Muslim, Saturday Jewish, and Sunday Christian (including Protestant, Catholic, Evangelical, African American, Hispanic, Asian American, and Native American) all united in times of lament and mourning for the dead. The vocation of remembering will unite across lines of religion and traditions and transcend our politics.
We can join our voices and actions to this National Day of Mourning by the following actions:
From Isolation to Community - Join the Catholic Women's Council as we come together and celebrate Pentecost Sunday 31 May 2020, 11:00am Central European Summer Time (CEST) Register: https://mailchi.mp/0b35b64246b1/a-call-for-dignity-and-equality-from-catholic-women-globally-on-march-2729931?e=6a240038d4
By Rev Greg Brown, Holy Comforter Episcopal Church, Charlotte, NC
–shared by Barbara Moore The Rev. Dr. Otis Moss, III, has been recognized as one of the top 12 preachers in the English-speaking world – and after watching “The Cross and the Lynching Tree: A Requiem for Ahmaud Arbery,” you'll understand why. In this must-see sermonic film, the Rev. Dr. Moss gives a prophetic examination of America's history of slavery and greed, religion's role in that history, and the responsibilities we as Christians have to address that legacy today. You won't want to miss it. Watch and share : https://www.facebook.com/FaithfulAmerica/posts/10158389567649292
https://lcwr.org/sites/default/files/page/files/guidelines-madrid.pdf Psychological Care Guidelines During Quarantine Period from the Clinical Unit of Psychology of the Universidad Pontificia Comillas in Madrid.
What does humanity look like in the face of #Coronavirus? Beautiful! Here are ten wonderful stories to show it – https://secure.avaaz.org/Hope_tw_en1
Amid the Coronavirus Crisis, a Regimen for Reëntry Health-care workers have been on the job throughout the pandemic. What can they teach us about the safest way to lift a lockdown? https://www.newyorker.com/science/medical-dispatch/amid-the-coronavirus-crisis-a-regimen-for-reentry
Reframing Retirement for Mission from CTU: https://ctu.edu/summeratctu/reframing-retirement/
Recording of Vigil service for Sr Roberta Houlihan: http://pc.cd/eTActalK
Novena for Pentecost: Join Dan Schutte in a virtual novena for Pentecost on the Feast of the Ascension. Let us join those first disciples in these nine days of prayer, a way for us to be together even while we are separated by space. https://www.ncronline.org/feature-series/novena-for-pentecost-with-dan-schutte/stories
The Vatican is offering a 192-page digital book for a FREE download – Strong in the face of Tribulation: The Church in Communion – A Support in Time of Trial. It is a collection of the Pope’s homilies, prayers, and messages. You may access the book at this link: https://www.vaticannews.va/content/dam/lev/forti-nella-tribolazione/pdf/eng/strong-in-tribulation.-20042020.pdf
We invite you to pray together for our dear Srs. Roberta, on Sunday at 1pm.
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We invite you to pray together for our dear Srs. Jackie Dillon, Charlene Sullivan, and Justine Ostini, on Friday, May 15, 2020 at 1pm.
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Recording: http://pc.cd/w76ctalK
–from Jean DeBlois
–shared by Nancy Corcoran
–shared by Marianne Keena Mercy Moments: We’re sending out brief emails designed to inspire, uplift and inform. A word of inspiration, a beautiful image, a simple mindful exercise, a reflection, a prayer, a reminder to breathe. These are examples of our Mercy Moments! You have the option to subscribe to them daily or as a weekly summary on Fridays. These golden nuggets are only sent to those who subscribe. https://form.jotform.com/201215317225038
If you would like to join for a brief prayer and check-in and sharing of the heart,
–shared by Marianne Keena Mercy continues to build a free library that includes resources for spirituality, prayer, mindfulness, resilience, music, family, the labyrinth, simple focus, and resources of the Sisters of Mercy. You may also send prayer requests and our staff and the retired sisters on campus will pray for your intentions. https://www.mercycenterstl.org/virtual-ministry
Never miss a day of daily Mass, available here at 8am each day: You can find their liturgies here: https://www.youtube.com/thecasafrc Daily Mass: Monday-Saturday at 8 am and and available anytime after that for on-demand viewing; Sunday Mass: Saturday at 5 pm and available anytime after that for on-demand viewing.
–shared by Linda Markway Dear 2020 Graduates, by Maria Schriver http://createsend.com/t/t-80B21200CD664EA62540EF23F30FEDED
We invite you to pray together for our dear Sr. Ann Chamblin on Sunday Morning at 11:30am.
Opportunities for Ministry - Michel Andraos, PhD https://ctu.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e02f3c617f48c10af879562fd&id=3523095d63&e=2224fd4ce3 More Information: https://mailchi.mp/ctu/join-ctu-for-the-2020-historical-doctrinal-studies-lecture-6302744?e=2224fd4ce3
Emotive Irish video shows how important it is to #stayhome https://www.image.ie/life/watch-this-emotive-irish-video-shows-how-important-it-is-to-stayhome-190143
–from UISG
–from UISG
– shared by Nancy Corcoran https://www.ncronline.org/news/opinion/just-catholic/end-clericalism
by Thomas Reese https://www.ncronline.org/print/news/opinion/signs-times/responding-covid-19-marathon-not-sprint
–shared by Phyllis
–a Spring Webinar Series lecture by Professor Barbara Newman (Northwestern University) presented by the Lumen Christi Institute.
–shared by Pat Dunphy https://www.emmausspiritualministries.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Daily-Reflection-4.28.2020.pdf
On Friday, May 1 at 7:00pm Cathedral Concerts will present a streaming concert live from the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis featuring tenor Scott Kennebeck, organist John Powel Walsh, and trumpeter John Korak in a program of uplifting and inspiring music for the Easter season, seeking to raise funds to support Catholic Charities' COVID-19 relief efforts in the St. Louis region. https://www.facebook.com/events/549746539014872/
This week's reflection, “Not Without Cost, This Going Deep” is available online. May our collective use of these weekly prayer reflections also add to the solidarity we experience during this difficult time. https://lcwr.org/sites/default/files/news/files/april_27.pdf
If you would like to join for a brief prayer and check-in and sharing of the heart,
–shared by Nancy Corcoran https://www.globalsistersreport.org/news/psychologist-sr-maryanne-loughry-coping-our-collective-grief
–shared by Patty Clune
We are all invited to pray together for our dear Sr. Karen Langhi on Sunday Morning at 11:30am.
Download the vigil service below, and other materials.
We need to distance ourselves, but that doesn’t mean we can’t help each other. During difficult times, we often see the most beautiful acts of kindness. If you’re home and looking for things to do to keep busy, scroll down for a list of resources to help! We will get through this sooner if we take care of ourselves and each other (without risking contagion). Kindness is a powerful tool. Let’s use it. https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/?fbclid=IwAR0Mc9LKHvyQKKpWPx8m2y42nKVZeJEhbbolX-DCYJc_7vp2c58cxGBDB4Q
From Sr. Joan Sauro csj https://www.globalsistersreport.org/news/woods?fbclid=IwAR2ubEXH4ddUq49KC9awElY8qly7D85j_9aKIoUMsOwp-BfAzSN71pXVI7M
From Phyllis Bardenheier Look at this link to the New York botanical garden virtual tour of their orchid show…about 20 min. long and stunningly beautiful. https://www.nybg.org/take-a-virtual-tour-of-the-orchid-show-jeff-leathams-kaleidoscope/
This week, all women religious are invited to call the White House (202-456-1111) and urge, that in the light of the COVID-19 pandemic, President Trump instruct the US Customs and Immigration Service (USCIS) to automatically extend DACA renewals that expire in 2020 and end any threat of deportation. More information is available here: https://lcwr.org/sites/default/files/news/files/04-20-20_daca.pdf
“To Make Us What We Otherwise Would Not Be,” is here: https://lcwr.org/sites/default/files/news/files/april_20-lcwr_reflection.pdf
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Strike, divest, and vote for our future.
https://www.earthdaylive2020.org/?source=nrdc-action-fund-sms&referrer=group-nrdc-action-fund#
–Congregational Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation committee
A Virtual Celebration of Earth Day and Laudato Si'
Join Sara Thomsen at 7pm on Earth Day for an online concert
https://www.facebook.com/sara.thomsen/posts/10157569921542585
Join us for a brief prayer and check-in and sharing of the heart
–Video Series
Plan to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day through a Virtual Festival during the week of April 18-26. During a time when we are all stuck in isolation, this is an opportunity to come together in celebration through live, interactive programming with a huge concentration of environmental content, all in one place.
https://earthday-365.org/virtual-earth-day-festival/
Due to the gathering restrictions required to limit the spread of COVID-19, James Balog and the Earth Vision Institute have offered a free link to view the film online to IPL congregations and their congregants so that they can continue to build awareness about climate change in this challenging time. The link is good for the duration of Faith Climate Action Week, April 17-26,2020. IPL encourages you to share the link with your congregants and to host a post film viewing phone or video conference discussion using the questions in the Screening Kit. Sign up here to view the movie online https://salsa4.salsalabs.com/o/50836/p/salsa/web/common/public/signup?signup_page_KEY=11669
–From Sr. Donna Del Santo SSJ
–by Carrie Newcomer, shared by Carol Patron
Guidelines for Rationing Treatment During the COVID-19 Crisis: A Catholic Approach: by Daniel J. Daly, associate professor of moral theology at Boston College School of Theology and Ministry. https://www.chausa.org/publications/health-progress/article/pandemic-coverage/guidelines-for-rationing-treatment-during-the-covid-19-crisis-a-catholic-approach
–From Marianne Keena: Being Resilient: a wonderful way to remember and participate, and it sure speaks of Francis de Sales http://sundaymorningcafe.com/web/being-resilient-video-series-part-ii-beauty-check/
–Mary Ellen Tierney shared this:
–Shared by Maureen Kottenstette An Easter Call
–lead by Sr. Donna Del Santo SSJ
–Shared by Maureen Freeman
–From UISG, shared by Marie Joan Harris Way of the Cross
–Shared by Mary Alice Collar who helped prepare them. Video.
–with Dan Schutte
Composer and NCR board member Dan Schutte created a virtual liturgical celebration of the Triduum for this exceptional year. Visit this page for liturgies for Holy Thursday, Good Friday and the Easter Vigil.
See also this video meditation on worshiping with the Communion of Saints to set the stage for how we can be united in prayer during this Holy Week, while still being physically separated.
The Easter Triduum: Holy Thursday Let the music of these days into your hearts. Let the prayer seep into your soul.
The Easter Triduum: Good Friday Good Friday liturgy is less a day of mourning and more a day of remembering, of seeing once again the boundless love of God.
The Easter Triduum: Easter Vigil We gather as a family to tell the stories of our salvation and draw strength from the remembering.
If you would like to join for a brief prayer and check-in and sharing of the heart,
7-10 sisters are gathering and it is good to be together, pray together and to share a little of where we are.
I also invite sisters who would like to reach out on this page. You could:
If you have ideas, contact me at ahereford@csjsl.org or call 314-972-4763.
A few fun parodies before Holy Week.
–Betty Leiwe
I thought I would pass on several selections of music that I have been playing. Perhaps this could be added to the listing.
-Perhaps it could be labeled Anti Anxiety Covid-19 Music or good calming music -The Clouds' Veil by Liam Lawton from the CD The Soul of the Celtic Soul.
Secondly, a Portland pianist named Michael Allen Harrison is popular in the Pacific Northwest. He has started to do a daily piano concert during these unprecedented times. If you would like to listen to some really beautiful piano music, click below. If you sign up, he will email you a new link every day.
–from Santa Cuddihee Printable Reflection Sheet
Sisters can join each other for a brief prayer and check-in and sharing of the heart,
A small group gathered the past two weeks, and it was good to be together, pray together and to share a little of where we are.
I also invite sisters who would like to reach out on this page. You could:
If you have ideas, contact me at ahereford@csjsl.org or call 314-972-4763.
Song: “I am for You”; Cooney, Daigle and Donohoo - Song reflection
Original recording
On Friday, Pope Francis will deliver a seldom-heard Urbi et Orbi blessing to an empty St. Peter's Square–watch here on Friday at noon Central Time.
With the cooperation and support of our filmmakers, we are excited to be able to offer you a selection of our 2020 Festival schedule — most of which are absolutely free to stream (read the notes below for exceptions). Stay tuned as more films may be added in the days ahead. Some require subscriptions or passwords. Until March 31 https://dceff.org/2020online/
Coping with Social Distancing Wisdom from the Fontbonne Campus Ministry
From Carol Patron
The CSSJ Federation has set up a page on their website featuring prayers and resources for those affected by the coronavirus. This includes how to access lent and holy week services. A huge thank you to the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange's Justice Center for compiling these resources.
If you would like to join for a brief prayer and check-in and sharing of the heart,
I also invite sisters who would like to reach out on this page. You could:
If you have ideas, contact me at ahereford@csjsl.org or call 314-972-4763.
Letter to all consecrated brothers and sisters from Cardinal João Braz de Aviz, prefect of the Congregation for Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life regarding the pandemic.
Greetings and Blessings for the Feast of St. Patrick.
Together, we face these challenging times, praying with and for each other.
If you would like to join for a brief prayer and check-in and sharing of the heart,
Let's give this a try as we work together to have regular opportunities to connect. For now, we can use this page. Come back once or twice a week. The most recent offerings will be the top. If it's helpful, we'll find a way to continue.
I also invite sisters who would like to reach out on this page. You could:
Contact me at ahereford@csjsl.org or call 314-972-4763.