August 31, 2018
Saint Series Presentation Wednesday, May 22, 2019 — St. Teresa of Calcutta (Mother Teresa), Religious and Foundress, 1910-1997 presented by: John & Mary Jo Yowaish, Dominican Associate The Saint Series is an exploration of what was happening in the world, village, or home during the lifetime of individual Saints. It’s an opportunity to learn more […]
August 31, 2018
Saint Series Presentation Tuesday, April 16, 2019 — St. Charles Lwanga & Companions, Convert and Martyr, 1860-1886 presented by: Mary Jo Asadorian, Dominican Associate The Saint Series is an exploration of what was happening in the world, village, or home during the lifetime of individual Saints. It’s an opportunity to learn more about a Saint […]
August 31, 2018
Saint Series Presentation Tuesday, September 25, 2018 — St. John Cassian Monk, Theologian 360-435, presented by: David Lincoln, Dominican Associate The Saint Series is an exploration of what was happening in the world, village, or home during the lifetime of individual Saints. It’s an opportunity to learn more about a Saint and understand how […]
August 1, 2018
The National Dominican Associate Directors & Liaisons (NDAD) invite Dominican Associates and Sisters to participate in a LIVESTREAM Presentation. August 23, 2018 (The Feast of St. Rose of Lima) 7:30pm EST – 9:00pm EST Standing on the Strength of Women Preachers: Our Foundation for the Future by Toni Harris, OP. About Sister Toni Harris, OP, […]
July 25, 2018
Dominican Days 2018 is Wednesday, Aug. 1 through Sunday, Aug. 5 at Marywood in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dominican Days is an annual gathering of Dominican Sisters and Dominican Associates. During this time, Dominican Center at Marywood is closed to the public. Schedule Overview Wednesday, Aug. 1 – Supper Thursday, Aug. 2 – Sisters and Associates […]
April 12, 2018
Elizabeth Ann Seton – 1774-1821 – Vowed Religious, Founder of an Order, & Saint On Tuesday, April 17, 2018, Grand Rapids Dominican Associate Liz Klas presents this program featuring the life of Elizabeth Ann Seton. The following facts only give us a brief glimpse of Seton’s life. Liz Klaz will present a deeper look at […]
April 10, 2018
Day of Service in West Michigan Thursday, April 19, Sisters, Associates, Employees, Sunday Assembly and more friends of the Congregation gather to serve organizations that serve others in West Michigan. This year, teams will serve at Marywood and several off-campus organizations. If you are interested in gathering in community to serve community, consider joining us. […]
April 9, 2018
Caring for our common home is the theme of Pope Francis’ encyclical on the environment. And every April, Aquinas College and the Dominican Sisters~Grand Rapids come together to steward Earth and our common homes in Grand Rapids. In celebration of Earth Day and the Dominican pillars of community and service, the Aquinas College Infrastructure Sustainability […]
April 9, 2018
Sunday, May 20, 6:30 pm – Friday, May 25 after lunch Topic: Made in the Image and Likeness of God Place: St. Catherine of Siena Chapel in Aquinata Hall God’s creativity and joy can be seen in the wonder of men and women, saints and friends. Jesus lived a life with and for others; and […]
April 9, 2018
Marywood House Retreat Sunday, May 6, 7:00 pm – Friday, May 11 after lunch Topic: “Friends of God and Prophets” Place: Dominican Chapel The life of the Trinity is one of profound relationship. Through the gifts of Jesus and the Spirit, we have the invitation and capacity to become friends of God. In this retreat, […]