FEBRUARY 2021
VOL. XXVI, NO. 3
Zoom brings Associates together across the country By Dan Heckel, OSUA
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And if, according to times and circumstances, the need arises to make new rules or do something differently, do it prudently and with good advice.
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rsuline Sisters and Associates are very familiar with Saint Angela Merici’s words from her Last Legacy, surely created from a lifetime in the chaos of 16th century Italy. Perhaps it’s fair to think that Saint Angela would have considered 2020 a year in which the need arose to do something differently. With in-person gatherings not possible due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Associates are facing their fears of technology and gathering monthly on Saturday mornings via Zoom. Those who don’t equate a virtual meeting with a war-ravaged society have obviously never been on a Zoom call. “The Zoom meeting happened out of desperation,” Martha Little said. The Owensboro Associate leader asked her group who would be willing to join online. “The ones I thought I could count on haven’t come. But people from other groups have joined,” she said. “It’s the movement of the Holy Spirit and Angela. I love
being able to see these people and hear their input. It pulls us closer together.” On the second Saturday of each month, at 10 a.m. Central time, any Associate or Sister can join with a Zoom link sent by Doreen Abbott, coordinator of Ursuline Partnerships. The meetings began in October, and after Little led the first two, Associate Joanne Thompson from Kansas led the December meeting, and Associates John and Elaine Wood of Western Kentucky led the January session. “I cannot tell you how much I have missed meeting with my fellow Associates,” Thompson said. She didn’t hesitate when given the opportunity to join via Zoom. “When I first heard (former coordinator) Marian Bennett’s voice as she called in, my heart was filled with warmth and joy,” Thompson said. “Then when she figured out how to add the camera, I could see her smile. Then I could feel my heart filling up with the
Screen shots taken during two of the Ursuline Associate Zoom meetings (November 2020 and January 2021)
unconditional love I have always felt whenever I encountered the Associates and Sisters.” Thompson didn’t know the Kentucky Associates as well when the Zoom meetings began, but the meetings have brought people together. “We have learned to talk about the ‘hard stuff’ and know we are in a perfectly safe place to do so. We know we can share what we struggle with and what gives us hope,” Thompson said. “I am closer to my Ursuline Sister and Continued on page 3
SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, June 26, 2021
Associates and Sisters Day
(pending if we can gather safely)
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From the Associate Office...
Still staying in touch!
Dear Associate Sisters and Brothers, Happy New Year! What odd words to be saying as we continue to suffer from this terrible pandemic of Covid-19. It has taken a toll on so many people, especially on our Ursuline Sister and Associate community. We have had to cancel many events here at Mount Saint Joseph, but we have managed to use alternative resources to stay in contact with each other. In October we began having Associate meetings each month via Zoom. It has made such a great impact on me as well as everyone who has participated in these gatherings. Those joining us so far were from Paola, Kan.; Louisville; Paducah, Ky., and Owensboro. What a pleasure it has been seeing each of their smiling faces each month. We are hoping more will join us for these uplifting sessions led by the several different Associates. If you are able and wish to join us but are not receiving the email with the login information, please contact me and I will get it to you. I want you all to know that I am praying for you during these trying times and truly hope we will be able to gather in person again for Associates and Sisters Day, which is scheduled for June 26. In the meantime, blessings to all of you for safety and wellbeing. God willing, we will see each other again soon.
Dear Associates, There is much to pray for these days. The Covid-19 virus continues to spread across our nation. Thousands of people have died. The terrible political problems since the election in November have led to much upset. The awful riot and desecration of the Capitol in Washington several weeks ago are signs of the unrest in our country. We can have opinions but the best one is to love our neighbor as ourselves. That is what we believe as members of our Catholic family. We believe in truth, honesty, integrity and accountability. So, let us pray for peace in our world, our nation and in our own homes. We pray for those who hold public office, hoping that they follow the laws that have been set for those who serve. Let us pray for each other as we continue to serve others as much as we can. God bless and be with each of you during the coming year.
Sister Amelia Stenger, OSU Congregational Leader,
Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph
Doreen Abbott, OSUA
Coordinator of Ursuline Partnerships ASSOCIATE UPDATE is published four times a year for the Associates of the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph 8001 Cummings Road, Maple Mount, KY 42356-9999 Phone: 270-229-2006 Website: ursulinesmsj.org Email: associates.msj@maplemount.org Coordinator of Ursuline Partnerships: Doreen Abbott, OSUA Director of Mission Advancement/Communications: Dan Heckel, OSUA Communications Specialist/Graphic Design: Jennifer Kaminski, OSUA Director of Development: Carol Braden-Clarke Mission Advancement Assistant: Sister Mary McDermott, OSU
ASSOCIATE PURPOSE STATEMENT
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e, the associates of the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph, proclaim the Gospel of Jesus through the actions of our everyday lives. We commit ourselves to living the charism of Saint Angela Merici in union with and in support of the Ursuline community of Mount Saint Joseph.
Honoring Earth: Celebrating the Sacred Outside and Within
June 19-20, 2021
This event will be full of insights into how we can honor God’s creation of our earthly home. This event will take place at Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center. The conference is Saturday from 9 a.m. through lunch with Kyle Kramer, author and executive director of the Passionist Earth and Spirit Center. Participants have the choice of three breakout workshops. The Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning retreat will be led by Dr. Emily DeMoor from Brescia University. Fees range from $40 - $150. Watch for further details at ursulinesmsj.org or call 270-229-0206.
Reflective Moments Moments Reflective
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Return to God during this Lenten Season
By Sister Marietta Wethington, OSU
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he Prophet Joel, in the first reading for Ash Wednesday, calls us to return to God with our whole heart. Pope Francis asks why we must return to God. He answers that by telling us something is not right in us, in society, in the Church. He calls us to change. The word Lent means "spring." Spring always brings us change and new growth. What is the change I want to see in my life? I want to grow in holiness, in awareness of self and of those around me. I want to grow in honesty as I stand before God. I want my prayer to grow deeper. I want to become more reflective and to ask myself the hard questions, for example, do I spend so much time caring for myself that I forget to care for those around me? Again, I refer to Joel who calls us to return to God with our whole heart.n
ZOOM
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a “Zoom world” of people only wanting to interact Associate community in spirituality than I am in my online. But with many Associates finding it difficult own parish community. I consider some Associates to gather in person even before Covid – due to age, as ‘my best friends,’ no matter how much time has health or other reasons – Little believes the Zoom elapsed since we were last together.” option has been good and should continue even after John Wood said after meeting virtually, it in-person meetings can resume. reinforces what he should do to build community. “I found that hearing of others’ experiences “It’s a tool we can use. Perhaps we Zoom so many has helped me change to be better – better when I times a year to see how people are doing,” she said. encounter others, by greeting them, Thompson said she sees Saint offering a smile,” he said. “It’s Angela’s influence in opening our She sees Saint Angela's amazing. I believe our actions are a hearts and minds to change with the influence in opening symbol of faith.” times and to overcome obstacles. our hearts and minds to As with anything new, it took “One of this year’s formations time to adjust. Associates fumbled change with the times was on Saint Angela’s Fifth with how to operate in a new setting and overcome obstacles. Counsel,” Thompson said. “She and new technology. Some joined tells us to visit each other and bring on their smartphones or tablets, joy, comfort and encouragement laptops or home desktop computers – and sometimes to one another; be a good example; share Christ’s they used two. Associate Pam Knudson couldn’t get mission of salvation, exercising charity and patience; her audio to work, so she spoke on the phone while be united and in accord together; share our own hope watching on her computer screen. The December and trust in God; be a Gospel person; be loving, meeting had 16 participants and January had 11, each meeting adding a new face. Each leader in the rotation gentle, compassionate, of firm faith and bright hope. “Our most recent formation asks us how can we has brought something new and interesting to share as build community? I believe that participating in the an added value to formation content, Thompson said. Associate Zoom meetings is a new way to build “I love being an Associate leader, but I know when community. It is a way that I can live out Saint the same person leads, you miss a lot,” Little said. “I Angela’s Fifth Counsel and I cannot wait until I can think it’s great that other people are leading, Joanne carry it out in person-to-person encounters. Until then, did a good job in December.” meeting on Zoom is the next best thing.” The next meeting is at 10 a.m. Central Standard Any Associate not receiving the email for the Zoom Time on Feb. 13, with Doreen Abbott leading. meeting should write to Doreen Abbott at Doreen. Suzanne Reiss, the Louisville Associate leader, will abbott@maplemount.org, or call 270-229-2006. She lead the March 13 meeting. Little admits she is a bit fearful that we’ll become can also assist with any questions on using Zoom.n
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From the Development Office...
Giving thanks and making plans...
We are so grateful for the many people who support the mission of the Ursuline Sisters. We are moved by the notes and calls sharing stories of the impact our Sisters have made in people’s lives. One person can make a difference. Thank you for your support. Plans are underway for our 2021 events. Be watching in February for information on the 2021-2022 Quilt Club and how you can purchase your tickets. For $25 you have the chance to win a beautiful handmade quilt each month. Only 2,000 tickets are sold and last year all 2,000 Quilt Club tickets were sold, so don’t delay. This year’s Escape to the Mount will be Sept. 11-12 with the Mount Raffle drawing on Sunday Sept. 12. Mount Raffle tickets will go on sale in June. Our Trivia Night will be on Saturday Sept. 11. Get your team together and join us for a fun-filled evening. We encourage you to follow us on Facebook about updates concerning upcoming events in 2021 and at our website www.ursulinesmsj.org. Thank you for your support and we wish you a safe and happy 2021.
Carol Braden-Clarke
Director of Development, Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph
By Associate Suzanne Reiss
License No. 0290
Debbie Walker asks, "What does the Holy Spirit want me to do today?"
Debbie Walker has been a Louisville Associate since 2004. She is a very prayerful person. She said that God has always showed her the way. Whenever she was at a crossroads, the Lord showed her the next path or opportunity. Some years back a complete stranger told Debbie “get involved.” So, at 40 years young, she started college. First with one class, then on to nursing school after completing college. Debbie’s nursing career began in oncology and then on to palliative Debbie Walker care. That led her to Hospice, where for 18 years Debbie cared for those in their last stages of life. While working as a nurse she became involved with a free clinic at St. Joseph Catholic Church in the Louisville suburb of Butchertown. That agency grew and Debbie grew with it. She volunteered with them for several years. Six years ago, Debbie was told she had cancer. A second opinion and a biopsy confirmed that diagnosis. However, the surgery indicated there was no sign of cancer. Whether it was the powerhouse of prayer by the Ursuline Sisters or if God intervened because Debbie had more paths to travel, she does not know – but she is grateful. After dealing with her own medical issues,
Debbie became involved with the Hildegard House, Kentucky’s first and only comfort care home. With the help of volunteers, Hildegard House provides a home and comprehensive care for individuals at the end of life who have no home or loved ones to care for them, so they may die with dignity. Debbie was a volunteer at this agency before being asked to join the staff as a nurse. Sadly, the pandemic of 2020 caused the temporary closing of this facility. Debbie being Debbie, she continues to use her time and nursing skills to help others. There are friends and acquaintances she helps with medical issues. She helped care for a friend following surgery and takes folks to their doctor appointments. She has taken the training course to participate in the distribution of the Covid-19 vaccines. Debbie also listens. Whether it’s a friend dealing with a terminal illness in the family, or people “staying in” and needing someone to talk to, Debbie serves as that caring person on the other end of the phone for them. She shows up with a meal or sits and prays with someone in need. In the current environment it may not be one big, wonderful thing she does. But it is a hundred small, wonderful things for so many in need – and that makes it “a big thing.” Debbie gets up every day and asks the Holy Spirit – “What do you want me to do today?”
"Did you know?"
There is a North American Ursuline newsletter called Convergence By Associate Jennifer Kaminski
Page 5 The editor of the Convergence newsletter is Michelle Scazzero, communications director for the Ursuline Sisters of Toledo, right. She met with Associate Jennifer Kaminski, communications specialist/graphic design for the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph at the 2019 Communicators for Women Religious conference in Arizona. Photo by Sister Michele Morek.
Did you know there is a newsletter that covers the happenings of nearly all the Ursuline congregations include other organizations connected to Angela and and organizations in North America? Convergence is the Ursulines. (Two of the original nine communities published three times a year, in the spring, summer – Belleville, Ill., and Paola, Kan. – merged with the and fall. The motto under the masthead is: “To Move Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph in 2005 and Toward the Same Purpose Together.” It is free and is 2008, respectively.) emailed as a PDF which can be printed if one prefers NAULC has met at Mount Saint Joseph several to read a hard copy. times, most recently in 2014. This link will take you The Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph to a webpage with photos of that meeting: https:// always submit some of their latest news and photos ursulinesmsj.org/north-american-ursuline-leadershipfor publication in Convergence. The very first issue, conference-april-29-may-1/ published in 2003, featured Sister Michele Morek, NAULC has annual meetings, which have who had been elected as the next congregational lately been via Zoom. The Ursuline Convocation, a leader at Maple Mount. gathering of Sisters, Associates and colleagues which Convergence features a variety of news and events occurs every three years, began with NAULC. as well as the names of jubilarians, and Sisters who If you would like to receive an emailed copy have gone to heaven. of Convergence when it is published, contact the Others who submit news include the Ursulines Coordinator of Ursuline Partnerships Doreen of Louisville; Ursuline Sisters of Brown County, Abbott at 270-229-2006 or email associates.msj@ Cincinnati, Cleveland, Toledo, and Youngstown in maplemount.org. You can find some previous issues Ohio; Ursulines of the Roman Union USA and Central of Convergence on the Ursulines of Toledo website: Province (Kirkwood, Mo.) and Eastern Province (New www.ursulinecenter.org, listed under Publications.n Rochelle, N.Y.); Ursuline Sisters of Tildonk in Jamaica, N.Y.; Ursulines of Bruno, Chatham, Canadian Union 2021 Associate Commitment Anniversaries – Quebec and Prelate in Saskatoon, all in Canada; the Mike Sullivan Debbie Dugger 40 YEARS (1981) 20 YEARS (2001) Company of Saint Ursula of Rosann Whiting Debbie Lanham Lois Bell Terese Caffey Canada and Toronto and the Ruth Wright-Welzen Karen Lasher Al Coleman Beatriz Rodriquez Group of the USA, and the Leon Donahue Mariita Rodriguez 15 YEARS (2006) 5 YEARS (2016) Ursuline Education Network. Carolyn Dowdy Catherine Butel Doreen Abbott The group that publishes Patricia Jamett 35 YEARS (1986) Tony Butel Martha Alle the newsletter began as the Marilyn Katzer Mary Benkeser Anna Conn Alisa Clark Yolanda Morgan North American Ursuline Rev. Phil Hoy Chris Denniston Betty Donahue Arleen Naglich Leadership Conference Larry Minks Jacinta Garinger Nanette Foley Charlotte Paez (NAULC) in 1992. It was Pauline Goebel Lynn Fromm Gustavo Paez 30 YEARS (1991) comprised of the nine Harriet Jack Victor Fromm Richard Piezuch Don Speaks independent Ursuline John Little Kay Howa Dolores Polson Annette Stokes communities of North Martha Little Kris Mango Sonia Pradenas America, and its purpose was Susan Scott Victor Monaco 25 YEARS (1996) Carola Pulgar Michael Ziegler to strengthen the mission of Sherry Newton Randy Lamastus Laurine Scott Jesus in the spirit and charism Aimee Russelburg Patricia Wernel Raquel Sepulveda 10 YEARS (2011) Martha Warren of Saint Angela for today’s Mary Ann Steward Pat Wilson Patsy Beauchamp world. The group expanded to
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In Loving Memory...
1 María Erica Lorca 2 Shearon Harris Diane Wilson Doris Wilson 4 Jennifer Kaminski DeAnne Schmidt 5 Stella McClure 6 Cheryl Boardman Mike Inyart 7 George Horishny 9 Mercedes O'Campo 10 Chris Denniston 11 Margaret Birge Marian Pusey 12 Velma Dees
14 15 18 19 20 21 23 25 28 31
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Martha House Larry Minks Lily Cloughley Joyce Firenza Evelina Salas HAPPY EASTER! Marilyn Trechter Marian Bennett Violet Hamilton Wanda Gibson Fr. Brian Johnson Wanda Rickard John Caton Carrie Wieder Lucille Weidenbenner
16 Claudette Ford 17 Terry Barnes Alisa Clark 18 John Laker 21 Dennis Reilly Kathi Skidd 24 Fr. Ed Bradley 25 Rev. Patricia Dawkins Doreen Haughton Susan Scott 26 Fr. Larry Hostetter 28 Michael Lemm 29 Michael Ziegler 30 Roxanne Bollin
Karen Howard Murilla Giittinger John Allen Jerry Birge Susan Reiss Ruth Wright-Welzen Dee Bechtoldt Clarence Kaiser Sonia Pradenas Loni Daniels Tina Wolken Karen Feehan Michael Synk
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Mary Costello Pauline Goebel Diane Hayden Mike Sullivan Carolyn Porter Florence Wieder Angelina Glomb Marcy Merti Elaine Wood Carlene Braun Marcella Critchelow Jodie Fulkerson Denise Heying Meche Filipi Pam Knudson
Carol Hardy Paul Parker Cecilia McEldowney Gail Davenport Loretta Oliver Rose Mary Egli Kevin Karl Amy Payne Judy Sims 26 Sr. Agnes Ijoko 28 Marilyn Katzer Marianna Robinson 30 Rev. Tom Barrett 31 Norma Jean Witten
SISTER DIANE MARIE PAYNE, 75, died Nov. 19, 2020, at Mount Saint Joseph, in her 56th year of religious life. A native of Glennonville, Mo., she loved to put a smile on the face of all she met, and to share her life devoted to Christ. She graduated from Mount Saint Joseph Academy in 1963. In Kentucky, she taught in several schools, then became a pastoral minister at two parishes. She was a Hospice chaplain in Owensboro and served in numerous ministries at the Motherhouse, including in pastoral care, Guest House coordinator, chapel sacristan, coordinator of the Saint Angela Oratory and mail distributor. Survivors include the members of her religious community and a godson, Mark Weidenbenner. SISTER ROSEMARY KEOUGH, 81, died Nov. 21, 2020, in her 63rd year as an Ursuline Sister. A native of Auburn, N.Y., she had a missionary’s heart, and though she loved all of her ministries, her favorite was the 18 years she spent empowering Hispanics through Centro Latino. She graduated from Mount Saint Joseph Academy in 1956, and later returned as a beloved teacher and driving instructor (1969-76, 1980-82). She taught in two other Kentucky schools, then became one of the first Ursulines to serve in adult religious education, when she was in the Diocese of Lincoln, Neb. (1964-69). She was a consultant in language arts for the Archdiocese of Louisville Catholic Schools (1976-80). She served in Chile and as a coordinator of religious education in New Mexico. She worked with the Contemporary Woman Program and Student Support Services at Brescia College, Owensboro (1988-93) then came to the Motherhouse as director of activities and liturgy (1993-99.) She routinely asked people to consider becoming Ursuline Associates and was the contact sister for six Associates: Marian Bennett, Loni Daniels, Judy Embry, Charlotte and Gustavo Paez, and her sister, Sara Scully. Survivors include the members of her religious community and siblings Sara Scully and John Roger Keough, both of Shepherdsville, Ky., and Thomas Patrick Keough Jr., Westmont, Ill. SISTER MARY PATRICK MCDONAGH, 90, died Dec. 28, 2020, at Mount Saint Joseph, in her 68th year of religious life. She was a native of Trienbawn, County Galway, Ireland. She was the epitome of Ursuline hospitality, always giving an encouraging word to whomever she met. She was an Ursuline Sister of Belleville, Ill., prior to that community’s merger with Mount Saint Joseph in 2005. She served as a teacher, a trained nurse and offered community service in Belleville, Mascoutah and
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In Loving Memory... Smithton, Ill., for 47 years. She moved to Maple Mount in 2007. Survivors include the members of her religious community and nieces and nephews. SISTER ROSE MARIE CRAYCROFT, 97, died Wednesday, Jan. 13 at Mount Saint Joseph, in her 79th year of religious life. A native of New Haven, Ky., she was a prayerful, positive person who had great artistic ability. Her former religious name was Sister Mary Clarence. She was a teacher and a librarian for 39 years in Kentucky, Missouri and Nebraska. She was secretary/ bookkeeper at St. Christopher Parish in Radcliff, Ky. (198388), and served in family ministry in New Haven from 1988 until retiring in 2001. Survivors include the members of her religious community; siblings Father B. Leo Craycroft, Radcliff; Edward Craycroft, Louisville; and Mary Josephine Blandford, Louisville; nieces and nephews. NOTE: Donations in memory of an Ursuline Sister may be made to the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph, 8001 Cummings Road, Maple Mount, KY 42356. BRENDA DIANE MCGARRIGLE, 81, of Overland Park, Kan., died Dec. 9, 2020. She became an Associate in 1992, with Sister Jane Falke as her contact Sister. She married the love of her life, Donald McGarrigle, in 1957 and was a Navy wife, always very active with other Navy wives while their husbands were away, doing charitable work and decorating for military dances when they returned. She and Donald loved to get dressed up and dance. She was active at Holy Cross Church and School, blessing all with her incredible sewing and decorating talents. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Donald; her devoted children, Erin (Joe Plas), Tara, Shannon (David Brown), and Sean; her grandchildren, Kari, Joe, Niki, Chris, Taylor, Marguerite, Maureen, Jordan, Paige, Jessica, Dylan, Tami, and Tyler; and several great-grandchildren. EILEEN MARIE LOCKE, 83, of Paola, Kan., died Jan. 4. in Olathe, Kan. Her contact Sister was the late Sister Helen Smith. She was married to the late Robert Locke. Eileen was a 6th grade math teacher at Paola Middle School as well as an elementary teacher in Paola and Hillsdale. She later became principal of Queen of the Holy Rosary in Shawnee, and then principal of Holy Trinity School in Paola until her retirement. She absolutely loved working with children and teachers. She was an active member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Paola. Eileen loved to garden and was a member of the Miami County Master Gardeners. In addition to her large personal garden, she contributed to the design and maintenance of the
We Extend Deepest Sympathy To: • Linda Monaco. whose mother died Nov. 16. • Sister Claudia Hayden, whose aunt Margaret Beyke died Nov. 30. • Sister C.J. Olinger, whose cousin Mark Olinger died Dec. 3. • Sister Marie Montgomery, whose sister, Sister Dorothea Montgomery, RSM, died Dec. 16. • Sister Jacinta Powers, whose uncle Brother Gabriel ‘Bill’ Monarch died Dec. 27. • Sister Martha Keller, whose aunt Joyce Marie Keller died Dec. 27. • Sister Marie Julie Fecher, whose brother Doctor Con Fecher died Jan. 22. • Carlene Braun, whose sister Anna Pearl Woodall died Jan. 24. Ursuline Academy gardens in Paola. She is survived by her children: Mary Devine of Southbury, Conn.; Paul Scroggie of Moriarty, N.M.; Stephen Scroggie of Beggs, Okla., and Carl Scroggie of Paola; three siblings: Patrick Judge of Brentwood, Calif.; Gena Smith of Indian Wells, Calif., and James Judge of Lee Summit, Mo., 18 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. GLADYS AEDO, 59, of Chillán, Chile, died Dec. 13, 2020. Gladys was a faithful member of the Casa Ursulina community and devoted to her church and the people of her neighborhood. At Casa Ursulina, she was a generous volunteer, including weekly participation in the Volunteer Workshop, a dedicated group of women who transform donated materials into warm and attractive blankets for the elderly and homebound. As a member of the Legion of Mary, Gladys often led the rosary at the parish church and at wakes for the dead. Although she struggled many years with schizophrenia, “Gladys was always happy,” Sister Mimi Ballard said, “and she never said anything negative about anyone.” Despite pandemic restrictions, more than 60 people came for her funeral. Gladys became an Associate in 2016 and never missed an Associate meeting. Sister Mimi and Sister Ruth Gehres were her contact Sisters. She is survived by a daughter, Maria, a son-in-law, Marcos, and her beloved grandson, Alexander.
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For God also dismissed Adam from Paradise so that, thus knowing himself better, he would have to do penance. So, if being sorry for her fault, she wants to return, she must be received. – Fifth Legacy
Saint Angela Merici
"Belonging to Love"
Co Conversations on Living Prayer in the Spirit of Saint Angela
Second Thursday of the Month Online Zoom 6:30-7:45 p.m. Saint Angela Merici invites us to a life of “contemplative presence”– awakening to find God in all things. Join our online monthly Zoom series on living a life of prayer and action that flows from awareness of God’s abiding presence, featuring story, prayer and discussion. This series explores ways to live in God’s abiding presence. Save these dates: Feb. 11, March 11, April 8, May 13, June 10.
Free program but donations are appreciated. To register: 270-229-0206 retreatcenter@maplemount.org ursulinesmsj.org/registration-form-forsponsored-programs
Renewing Our Hearts: Hope and Healing with Julian of Norwich
May 21-23 at the Retreat Center
Retreat Director: Sister Cheryl Clemons, OSU, Ph.D. The 14th-century English mystic known as Julian of Norwich chose a life of voluntary “lockdown.” She lived in an enclosed cell attached to her local church during a time of medieval plague that resembles the current Covid-19 pandemic. She experienced visions she committed to writing. Her visions and insights offer contemporary seekers reason for hope even in our troubled times. She teaches us that the world is created and cherished by God who holds it in loving hands: “All shall be well.” During this weekend of prayer and reflection, retreatants will explore similarities between their own lives and that of Julian and Jesus. Retreat begins at 7 p.m. Friday and ends after lunch Sunday. Fee: $190 for residents or $90 for commuters. A limited number of scholarships are available. Contact Maryann Joyce: 270-229-0200
To register, call 270-229-0206 retreatcenter@maplemount.org Or online: ursulinesmsj.org