In December, the Congregation of the Sisters of Bon Secours welcomed Simone Blanchard as the Director of Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation (JPIC). Simone shares with us a beautiful reflection of finding her place within the legacy of Bon Secours. Please join us in welcoming Simone! The photo included is Simone and her lovely family. Sometimes, we must look back to see the way forward. On November 1, 2024 (All Saints Day) Sister Rose Marie Jasinksi, Congregation Leader…
Today's post is a shared video from YouTube. This is a great way to begin your day! Take just 10 minutes to sit quietly and listen prayerfully. We hope you feel the peace and love of Jesus through this short meditation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R53ZF9jBjNA
As the new year still settles in, we are taking a little time to remind ourselves to live this year with great intention, to remain focused on God, and to be gentle with ourselves and others. “As the dawn breaks on a new year, let us give thanks for all we hold dear: our health, our family and our friends. Let us release our grudges, our anger and our pains, for these are nothing but binding chains. Let us live…
This week we are recognizing and celebrating Spiritual/Pastoral Care Week. Have you be touched by the gifts of a spiritual director/companion, pastor or chaplain? These special individuals offer hope and healing so we pause to offer this blessing for continued connection to God's presence in all that they do. A Blessing for Presence May you awaken to the mystery of being here And enter the quiet immensity of your own presence. May you have joy and peace in the temple…
It is the beginning of a new school year in most areas of our country. Let's take a few moments to hold students in prayer for a peaceful and successful school year, full of growth and support. A Prayer for Our Students I pray for: Strength - that God gives them the strength to do what they need to do each day. Courage - that they will be brave as they face the challenges that are before them. Peace -…
This retreat will explore the transformative teachings of Jesus and connect them to the reality of living incarnationally as embodied souls in ways that embrace Eastern understandings and practices of the Chakra system. The retreat will include presentation, group discussion and time for personal reflection. More details will be coming soon. Guided by Gordon Creamer. Check-in begins at 4pm and dinner will begin at 6pm. The retreat will follow dinner. Mass will be available during the retreat. Please note that…
Following the Nonviolent Jesus: Living the Gospel Life of Peace, Love & Nonviolence Today with Nobel Peace Prize Nominee, activist and author, Father John Dear Gandhi once said that Jesus was the greatest person of nonviolence in history, but the only people who don't know that Jesus was nonviolent are Christians. What is Gandhi is right? How do you see the life of Jesus in light of the nonviolence of Mahatma Gandhi, Dorothy Day and Dr. King? If Jesus was…
“Fill Your Cup” Women’s Retreat You cannot pour from an empty cup. Even if you don’t have kids, as a woman you probably find yourself taking on the role of caretaker or giver, pouring yourself out for the sake of others. Women are the nurturers of the world, but it’s often our biggest challenge to demonstrate as much love, care, and compassion to ourselves as we do to others, and we get tired. If you are feeling depleted, this one-day…
Happy Father's Day to all of the dads out there! We celebrate you today! Fathers in Our Lives We give our thanks, Creator God, for the fathers in our lives. Fatherhood does not come with a manual, and reality teaches us that some fathers excel while others fail. We ask for Your blessings for them all and forgiveness where it is needed. This Father's Day we remember the many sacrifices fathers make for their children and families, and the ways--both…
In recognition of Black History Month, we offer this beautiful prayer by Howard Thurman today. If you would like to learn more about this inspiring mystic, teacher and prophet, we encourage you to check out the powerful retreat by Rev. Joan Crawford at our Center on Monday, May 15. Click here to read more. Let's take a few quiet moments to pray for an open spirit as we strive to respect and bring equality to our world of many colors.…
