Underneath Appearances
Periodically, I review reflections, articles, and other pieces which I have written, hoping to avoid repeating myself in my current writings. I suspect, however, there is a bit of . . .
View ArticleFree to Obey
In the Old Testament we find an incident in the life of Saul who, thinking to please God, saved the best spoils of a victorious battle to offer in sacrifice. Ironically, because he had not completely...
View ArticleUpcoming Women’s Weekend Discernment Retreat
Single Catholic women, ages 18-45, who would like to know what religious life is all about and whether God could possibly be calling them to this way of life are invited to come to spend a weekend in...
View ArticleSister Ann Marie Wainright – Undone
Once upon a time, I used to be a CPA working in public accounting – a profession requiring attention to detail, organization skills, precision, and patience. I say “patience” because it is not uncommon...
View ArticleNational Vocation Awareness Week
Each year during the second week of January, the Catholic bishops of the United States remind us all of the need to reflect upon the dignity of our calling as baptized Christians to help spread the...
View ArticleSister Lisa Maurer – I Want a Burning Bush
I think of the call of Moses often. In fact I refer to it quite regularly. When I am in a major discernment or I want to be sure of God’s presence, I often wish that God would give me an obvious sign...
View ArticleSister Jeanne Ann Weber – Sorting Through the Options
Each day there are a variety of options before us such as: Should I keep this sweater or donate it to Goodwill? Should I throw these Christmas cards away or keep them? Should I get up and pray or...
View ArticleWomen’s Weekend Discernment Retreat
Single Catholic women, 21 to 50 years old, who would like to know what religious life is all about and whether God could possibly be calling them to this way of life are invited to spend a weekend in a...
View ArticleSister Lisa Maurer – Profession Thoughts
Almost three years ago I made my First Monastic Profession. During these three years experiencing life as a professed member of St. Scholastica Monastery, I have grown in my understanding . . .
View ArticleSister Lisa Maurer – Profession Thoughts – Part V
God is good and knows how to get my attention. Anything related to sports catches my eye, quickens my heart and stirs my imagination. So when I read this quote during my morning prayer, just days...
View ArticleDiscerning God’s Call
On August 14, Therese Marie Carson from Harbor Springs, Michigan began her official affiliation with St. Scholastica Monastery, the first step for a woman who is seeking membership in the monastic...
View ArticleCome and See Weekend
Single Catholic women ages 18-50 interested in learning about religious life are invited to spend a weekend . . .
View ArticleNational Vocations Awareness Week
. . . Surely it is a week for all Christians to ponder the greatness of their calling, for by Christ’s acceptance of baptism by water and being consecrated by the Holy Spirit, all who are baptized in...
View ArticleCatholic Schools Week
The Sisters of St. Scholastica Monastery joined in celebrating Catholic Schools Week January 27 – February 2. This annual observance recognizes the almost 7,000 Catholic Schools across the country...
View ArticleFeast of the Presentation – World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Lives
On February 2, the Church observes the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord commemorating the day on which the child Jesus was brought to the temple to be consecrated to God. Because the true light...
View ArticleNew Postulant Welcomed
Sister Lois Eckes, Prioress, welcomed Affiliate Therese Carson of Harbor Springs, Michigan, as a Postulant during the simple Rite of Entry ceremony preceding Evening Prayer. As a sign of her new . . .
View ArticleInvitation to Single Catholic Women, Ages 18-45
Do you seek meaning in your life? Do you desire to serve God by assisting in His plan of salvation for the world? Would you be willing to give up some good things of this world in exchange for a...
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