“The greatest joys in life are found not only in what we do and feel, but also in our quiet hopes and labors for others.”
— Bryant McGill

“One of the most important things you can do on this earth is to let people know they are not alone.”
— Shannon Alder
Finding All the Pieces
Does your life feel like a jigsaw puzzle? Be patient. We are all God's masterpieces waiting for our pieces to fit, says Sister Amata Shina in this special reflection on life.
One-on-One with Our Sisters
More and more communities are moving to "yellow" and "green," but life remains far from normal. Our Sisters were asked to reflect on things they miss and things they cherish during these times of extended isolation and disruption of daily life.
How has your prayer life been impacted during the pandemic?

"I like to just go upstairs in the quiet little chapel. There is no social distancing between Jesus and I! I do thank God that we do have a chapel with Jesus present with us at all times. I tell all those that I communicate with that I remember them in prayer when I am with Jesus in the chapel."
— Sister Roselyn Kuzma
Have you found any silver linings in these strange times?

"I have been awakened to the heroism, dedication and sacrifice of people who are truly an inspiration to me. I have come to recognize, in particular, the hard work of employees in all kinds of service jobs who get such little pay and can barely make ends meet for their families. Recognizing all this is, indeed, a silver lining in this difficult time our whole world is experiencing."
— Sister Georgette Dublino

How have you been spending any extra time you've gained from the disruptions to daily living?

"I enjoy sitting quietly, praying for all our families and friends and all the special prayer requests we receive."
— Sister Marietta Bankos
Full Circle
Their return home delayed by COVID-19 travel restrictions, our Sisters serving in South Africa find their work not yet finished.
Stocking Up
Our ministries join forces to host a one-day-only canned goods collection to help feed the hungry in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley.
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