Each Wednesday and Sunday throughout the COVID-19 novel coronavirus pandemic currently gripping our nation and world, our Sisters will 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.
A Gift from God
An original poem by Sister Marie Bernadette Kelleher
Flowers in bloom at Mt. Assisi Place photographed by Sister Roselyn Kuzma

He has given us THIS morning, the beauty of nature and sun,
With trusting hearts within us and many tasks to be done.

He has given us each other to help make our way,
As we praise Him with his psalms at the end of this day.

He has promised us His presence in Eucharist and prayer,
And given us His blessings for a new day to share.
Join Us in Prayer
Wherever You Are
With churches and retreat houses closed, our St. Francis Center for Renewal in Bethlehem, Pa., is reaching out to the homebound with its new Beyond Bricks & Mortar online spiritual programs.

Using the free computer-based application Zoom, you can join our Sisters and other speakers in prayer, right from the comforts of your own home.

To take part, you'll need a computer or tablet on which you have installed Zoom. Click the button below to pre-register for the next program on Tuesday, May 5.
NEXT ONLINE PROGRAM
SIMPLY PRAYER: A MORNING
OF HOPE WITH
SISTER MARGUERITE STEWART
10 a.m. Tuesday, May 5
Questions? Call 610-867-8890
Hope Blooms All Around Us
Although most people are staying at home, there are signs of hope in the beauty of spring all around us. Above, Sister Bonnie Marie Kleinschuster (left) and Helen McComb, one of our Associates, tend to young plants in the greenhouse at our Monocacy Farm Project in Bethlehem, Pa. The farm grows fresh produce that is distributed to needy families in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley. As Sister Barbara Brown writes, "The words of the Song of Songs come to life: 'See, the winter is past! The fig tree puts forth its fruit, and the vines, in bloom, give forth fragrance.' In faith, we know that the season of hope is here!"
Works of Mercy While Working from Home
We can use this time of isolation productively to perform some works of mercy that do not require us to leave our homes. Today's Suggestion: Send a message to your local firefighters, police officers, emergency medical workers, hospital staff, etc. to thank them for their service. Maybe even send them a gift card for a special treat.
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