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Insight from the SSMO Superior General
I N S I G H T F R O M T H E S S M O SUPERIOR GENERAL
In light of the 2019-20 Annual Report theme, 2020 Vision, I would like to share a few inspiring words with you:
A vision without a task is but a dream. A task without vision is drudgery. A vision with a task is hope for the world. -Dinah Maria Mulock Craik
As the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon, we focus on sharing God’s love through education, healthcare and community outreach. Your faithful support helps strengthen our more than 130-year mission to serve the needs of others through faith and action. We are thankful for your belief in our vision, and blessed by the heartfelt ways you support our ministries.
Rest assured, you and your families are included in our prayers. During these ever-changing times, the Sisters remain hopeful and trust that God has His eye on each of us.
SISTER CHARLENE HERINCKX ’66 Superior General, Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon
Sister Charlene Herinckx ’66, SSMO Sister M. Juliana Monti, SSMO Sister Josephine Pelster ’65, SSMO Sister Rita Watkins ’61, SSMO
What a blessing technology has been in our lives during the past few months. It has enabled me to teach my first grade class at St. Matthew School from the Motherhouse, which brought much joy to me and my students. In addition, I’ve had the opportunity to share my skills with other Sisters, helping them to stay connected with loved ones as we experienced social distancing. While technology is certainly important, I truly believe that the power of prayer is our strongest tool. I have been blessed, as of late, with more time to pray. I feel strongly about reflecting joy and compassion despite living in a rapidly changing world. My hope is in God, and I am reassured that He cares for each of us.
