Welcome to our new Postulants!
Last month, on July 2nd, was a big celebration of the foundation of our Congregation, which goes back to 1891 and it is usually when the sisters make and renew vows.
This month we are welcoming our three new Postulants: Emily, Marta and Therese who will be entering on August 22nd, the Feast of Queenship of Mary. You might remember Emily and Therese who volunteered this summer in Dietary and Activity departments. We praise and give thanks to God for the gift of their vocations to our Carmel D.C.J. You will see them around in the home and the Day Care center. Please keep them in your continual prayers.
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Farewell to Sr Maria Lucia.
We sadly bid farewell to Sr. Maria Lucia who left us last month for San Antonio, Texas. We will miss her! We also want to thank her for taking care of the gardens and flower beds around the home. We wish her well in Texas.
The flowers and her vegetable garden were wilted and sad the day after she left. Thank God Gloria Hutchison came to our rescue watering all including newly planted oak trees and shrubs. Thank you, Gloria! Read More...
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Our Lady of Fatima 100th Anniversary -
August 13th
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...from the desk of Fr. Dennis Doyle
The fourth apparition of Our Lady of Fatima took place in August. With each passing month, the crowds that gathered to see the children continued to grow. The authorities did not like what was taking place and tried to stop to it. So they devised a scheme to take the children into custody and force them to tell the “truth.” In other words, they wanted the children to confess that they had been lying. Under the pretext of offering the children safe passage through the crowds who had gathered around their homes, and a ride to the place of the apparition, the mayor of the area where Fatima is located showed up on the morning of August 13th. He offered to take the children and their parents to the parish priest, whom he claimed wished to see them, and then to drive them to the Cova da Iria.
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A Gift that gives in return
Consider a planned gift to St. Agnes Home (stocks, real estate, annuities, etc.).
It is a great way to reduce your tax liabilities while benefiting St. Agnes Home. Read more...
Call Michael Kress at
314-698-5125 or email
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Welcome August.
Notes from Ruth Dotson, Our Administrator.
I completed my first year as Administrator of St. Agnes Home. I love being part of this wonderful mission. I thank God every day for allowing me this amazing opportunity. St. Agnes Home is truly guided by Faith and Warmed by His Love. The Carmelite Sisters, St. Agnes Home Directors, and Staff care deeply for the residents.
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I am extremely proud of this amazing team.
Our staff works very hard providing excellent care to the residents. The Carmelite Sisters and St. Agnes Home Directors show our appreciation to the staff every year by having an Employee Picnic. The picnic is to celebrate and recognize the hard work performed every day by all of our employees. The picnic is scheduled Tuesday, September 12. This is time for the staff to enjoy lunch, games, prizes, and socializing. A time for them to relax and have fun.
There are Appreciation boxes at the Front Door and Terrace Door for you to complete a slip for any employee you would like to recognize. Employee names are pulled from the boxes monthly. The employee whose name is pulled wins a gift card to a local store or dining establishment. Residents, family members, and directors are encouraged to complete the recognition slips for any employee you believe performed excellent customer service. Any employee recognized receives the slip that was completed in their honor.
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Liturgical Schedule
Holy Mass
7:00 am on weekdays
9:00 am on Saturdays and Sundays, First Fridays, Holy Days of Obligation, and Holidays
Rosary
1:15 pm on weekdays
Perpetual Help Devotions
6:30 pm on Tuesdays
Fatima Devotions
4:30 pm on First Saturdays
Adoration
First Friday after 9 am Mass until 4:45 pm Benediction.
Sundays 1:00 pm until 4:15 pm Vespers & Benediction.
No Adoration on the Sunday following First Friday.
Schedule subject to change.
Call ahead to verify.
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We are deeply grateful for your prayers and support for our Care Center project. The Care Center was opened in 2008 and now is in need a face-lift including painting, varnish, plaster, chairs, glass and carpet to keep its fresh look and warm atmosphere. The campaign has just gotten started. Thank you to those who already sent in your support and encouragement toward this project and anyone considering doing so. Please contact Michael Kress, Director of Mission Advancement, if you wish to donate.
May God bless you abundantly!
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Activities with Sr Anna Maria
July had a lot going on: from the Sisters’ Celebration to having young girls come and experience our way of life. The younger of our Sisters went to youth events and all of us experienced the intense heat wave that came through. We will see what August has in store for us.
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Our trip to Eckerts!
I am sorry we were not able to go to Eckerts in July, but we did not give up hope. we went on Monday, August 7th. We left early at 8:30am, everyone had time for shopping in the store before we have lunch.
On Tuesday, August 15th we are having an ice cream social for the Feast of the Assumption.
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Join in with a Sing-A-Long
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We are also blessed to have
Anointing of the Sick in the morning on August 17th and later we will have a sing-along accompanied by Postulant Jessica with her violin and Sr. Mary Elizabeth on piano.
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Don’t miss the Eclipse of the Sun happening on the 21st of August. The total eclipse happens right at 1:14pm so we will have Rosary earlier in the morning that day. They say you can watch the progress throughout the day. It is important that you wear proper eye wear so that you don’t damage your eyes. Safety first!
On the last day of August, we are going to Ted Drewes for a special treat to beat the heat.
Look for dates and times on your calendar for all the happenings in August. You don’t want to miss out on all the fun.
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See the full Calendar here...
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Heat-Induced Illness Signs and Symptoms:
- Confusion
- Heavy Sweating
- Cold, pale, and clammy skin
- Fast, weak pulse
- Nausea or vomiting
- Muscle cramps
- Feeling tired or weak
- Feeling dizzy
- Headache
- Fainting (passing out)
What Can You Do to Stay Cool and Hydrated?
- Stay in air-conditioned buildings as much as possible.
- Drink more water than usual and don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink.
- Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
- Try to limit your outdoor activity to when it’s coolest.
- Rest often in shady areas so that your body has a chance to recover.
- If you wish to go outside, please let your nursing staff know and sign out at the front desk.
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14 Fast Facts on Strawberries -
from Dietary...
- Strawberries are a member of the rose family.
- Strawberries are the only fruit with seeds on the outside.
- The average strawberry has 200 seeds.
- The name Strawberry was derived from the berries that are "strewn" about on the plants, and the name "strewn berry" eventually morphed into "Strawberry".
- In medieval times, strawberries were served at important functions to bring peace &
- prosperity.
- Strawberries are indigenous to every continent except New Zealand, Australia, and
- Africa.
- There is a museum in Belgium just for strawberries.
- Strawberries are low fat, low calorie; high in vitamin C, fiber, folic acid, potassium.
- Strawberry juice combined with honey will reduce inflammation or sunburn. Rub the mixture thoroughly into the skin before rinsing off with warm water and lemon juice.
- Americans eat 3.4 pounds of fresh strawberries each year.
- Strawberries, as part of a 5 a day fruit & vegetable program, can help reduce the risk of cancer & heart attacks.
- Native American Indians called strawberries "heart-seed berries" and pounded them into their traditional corn-meal bread. Discovering the great taste of the Native Americans bread, colonists decided to create their own version, which became an American favorite that we all know and love .. Strawberry Shortcake.
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Congratulations
Antoiette Hibart
Antoinette’s name will be added to the Employee of the Month plaque, she will have a special parking spot on our premises, and she will receive a gift card prize. Congratulations, Antoinette!
Antoinette pictured with Sr. M. Angela Therese
and Ruth Dotson.
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To our newest resident:
Mercy S.
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We express our heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of our resident who has passed away. - Julia Meyer
May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace.
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St. Agnes Home
The Carmelite Sisters of the Divine Heart of Jesus and our dedicated staff at St. Agnes Home strive to provide a real HOME for seniors where they can enjoy life lighted up by peace and warmed by His Love.
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www.stagneshome.com
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Carmelite Sisters of the Divine Heart of Jesus
St. Agnes Home
10341 Manchester Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63122
(314) 965 - 7616
www.stagneshome.com
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