by Lisa Mitchell, Director, Dominican Associate Life
On May 2, Grand Rapids Dominican Sisters and Associates gathered for a luncheon in honor of the Feast Day of Saint Catherine of Siena. Catherine is one of our patron saints.
The event was held in the Wege Center Loutit Room on the campus of Aquinas College in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Following a luncheon filled with good food, laughter, and conversation, attendees received updates on the Congregation’s Four Priority areas currently being addressed by our DSGR Core Teams. Presentations were given by:
- Christine Albertini — Eco-Spirituality
- Peter Albertini — Neighboring
- Lisa Mitchell — Futuring
- Sr. Jarrett DeWyse — Campus Planning
Pictured in order below are: Christine Albertini, Associate; Peter Albertini, Associate; Lisa Mitchell, Associate; Sr. Jarrett DeWyse, OP
About Catherine of Siena
Our Patron St. Catherine of Siena wrote: “Be who you were meant to be, and you will change the world.” Her message wasn’t just intended for vowed religious. She intended to encourage and empower every individual. As a lay person, her prayers, healing, peace-making, and political advocacy influenced Pope, Church, and country in the 14th Century. Her attention to those who were sick and suffering around her informed her values and calls for change. Like St. Catherine and like Catholic Sisters around the world, may you, too, be inspired to pray, study, and advocate wherever you are.
The Dominican Sisters ~ Grand Rapids pray the Gospel nurtures your spirit and life, day in and day out. May your presence inspire and help heal and transform family, friends, and your own community.
Our chapel in Aquinata Hall is named after her: Catherine of Siena Chapel.
