Each Wednesday and Sunday throughout the COVID-19 novel coronavirus pandemic currently gripping our nation and world, our Sisters share anecdotes and spiritual tidings with our families, friends, alumnae and benefactors. We hope these messages will help to nurture a sense of solace in these trying times.
Offering Prayer in Any Circumstance
Sister Cecilia Jacko, one of 12 Sisters who reside at Mt. Assisi Place in Pittsburgh, spends a few quiet moments praying for family, friends and our world in these extraordinary times. The Sisters are accustomed to praying in community but have incorporated social distancing into their spiritual practices.
Inspirational Words
from Our Sisters
"Pope Francis recently spoke of inner peace: 'God’s definition of peace is different from the world’s. Interior serenity is good but incomplete. Instead, true peace comes from knowing God loves us and is walking with us, even in our troubles. The peace of Christ is found when we we embrace the crosses we have to bear, just as our Lord did.' I believe these are words to truly hold onto. The Holy Spirit came forth right from his heart through his lips to the hearts of those who want to receive and live by them."
- Sister Mary Martha Zammatore
A Franciscan Heart
A Poem By Sister Roseann Velas

My Lord and my God, to you I renew my sacred vows, taken in earnestness and zeal.

So much time has passed by since that very special moment of my life, the heartfelt love which consumed my being.

Renew that feel of fraternity that is central to a Franciscan spirit, open to a common vision, expressed in our life together.

Oh Lord, You know our future. Sustain us with your presence, gift us with your hope and peace.

As we seek your face each morning in the unknown of these days, find in us a compassionate heart, offering solace to overcome anxiety.

May our vowed life be a reflection of your of joy to which you have called us.

Let us, through mind and spirit, enter deeply into our present moment, living out what we have promised.
Works of Mercy While Working from Home
We can use this time of isolation productively to perform works of mercy that do not require us to leave our homes. Today's suggestion:  Send a check to a local food pantry, soup kitchen or shelter to help with the dire need they are experiencing at this time.
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