Reflections from the Hill
Occasional Outreach from the Benedictine Sisters
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Giving Thanks this November |
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"Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus." 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
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November Reflection
The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
On the last Sunday of each liturgical year the church celebrates the Solemnity of our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the...
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Mario García, Ph.D., author and distinguished Professor of Chicano Studies and History at the University of California, Santa Barbara, was guest lecturer at St. Mary's University in San Antonio on October 13th. The lecture was titled "Father Luis Olivares, The Sanctuary Movement and Mexican American Catholic History." Father Luis (reflected in background above) was a defender of Central American immigrants. He was also our Sister Victoria Anne Olivares, OSB's brother, and she was so grateful to be able to attend with her sister, Socorro Nelson, and cousin, Theresa Olivares!
Pictured above (L-R) are Socorro Nelson, Mario García, Ph.D., Sister Victoria Anne Olivares, OSB, Theresa Olivares, and Gerald E. Poyo, Ph.D., Chair for the History of Hispanic Texas and the Southwest.
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Sister Bernadine and Sister Susan attended the “Every Texan” 2022 Legacy Award Event in Austin on October 12th.
Texas State Representative, Garnet Coleman, was honored for his many legislative contributions, including joint authoring the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
Pictured (Standing L-R) Sister Susan, Marisa Bono - Executive Director of Every Texan, DeAnn Friedholm - Former Executive Director of CPPP 1988-1991, and Sister Bernadine with Honoree - Rep. Garnet Coleman.
(Every Texan, formerly the Center for Public Policy Priorities (CPPP) was founded by the Sisters in 1985).
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Benedictine Oblate Schedule - Fall 2022 (virtually via Zoom) |
Initial Formation:
Nov 20 - Prayer & Work: Moderation and Balance, The Value of Work
Dec 4 - Silence and Waiting (joint meeting with ongoing formation)
Ongoing Formation:
Nov 6 - Panel Discussion about the "Benedictine Life: A Vision Unfolding" Colloquium
Dec 4 - Silence and Waiting (joint meeting with initial formation)
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Caridad de Corazón
Update from Sr. Ursula
Sr. Ursula (pictured L) with volunteer Kerry Manning of Houston. He went to Eagle Pass for a few days to help at the immigrant shelter. Kerry loves working in the kitchen and showed this by giving his all in making sandwiches, serving plates, chopping vegetables and fruits, and helping with the cleaning. He was so helpful. Thank you, Kerry!
Caridad de Corazón Ministry.
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Corporate Responsibility Update from Sr. Susan
Donna Meyer (pictured center), longtime friend and advocate for Health Equality, recently received the Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility (ICCR) 2022 Legacy Award in New York City. She was congratulated by Anna Falkenberg, Executive Director of the Socially Responsible Investment Coalition (SRIC) (pictured L), and Sister Susan, Director of our Corporate Responsibility Ministry (pictured R).
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Omega Retreat Center and Health & Wholeness Update
Cindy McCorkle, Boerne Ministries' Administrative Assistant (pictured L), and Annie Walther, Manager of the Health and Wholeness Center (HWC) had fun updating the outdoor bulletin board including Dia de los Muertos info. The next time you are on the property take a moment to look at the colorful board on the small Omega chapel. We are posting news and calendars for Health and Wholeness as well as The Omega Retreat Center.
Contact us for your next retreat. We have space for group, private, and day retreats. Call (830) 816-8470. or email omegaretreatcenter@gmail.com
Interested in the HWC? Call (830) 816-8470 and ask for Annie, or email us at: hwcliving@gmail.com
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MISSION STATEMENT
We are called to seek God in community and to respond in ministry through sharing our spirituality and addressing the needs of the people we serve, especially the poor.
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