Ministry Presence
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Foundation Established to Further Our Legacy of Ministry
June 22, 2023
“The Dominican Sisters ~ Grand Rapids announce the new Grand Rapids Dominican Sisters Foundation,” says Sandra Delgado, OP, prioress of the congregation of vowed women religious. Since 1877 when Dominican Sisters arrived in Michigan, the Word of God has inspired and called us to respond to the needs of the world through ministry. To further […]
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National College Preaching in Action Conference: Student Describes Essence of Experience
June 11, 2023
For five days in May, 20 students, 11 mentors, and 12 presenters from all over the country and representing 9 Dominican Colleges, gathered together to learn about the Dominican Charism and traditions of the Order. Participants learned about the Dominican Saints, Justice Issues of the Order, the strong Interfaith Mission of the Order, and the […]
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Introducing: Interlocking Goals Laudato Si’ Video Series
May 23, 2023
“I am passionate about sharing transformative study and reflection opportunities with people who are interested in and concerned about the health of our planet and people,” says Sr. Mary Catherine. “Today, during Laudato Si’ Celebration Week, I’m introducing a new video series about the seven closely related goals of the Laudato Si Action Platform.” Seven […]
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Dominican Sisters Supporting New West Michigan Nonprofit: The StoreHouse
May 8, 2023
Let’s support our community by connecting millions of dollars worth of BRAND NEW, DONATED household and school related products to our nonprofit and school partner members. Working together we can reduce poverty and create a more sustainable future for all in West Michigan. Grand Rapids Dominican Sisters Carmen Rostar, Joellen Barkwell, Doris Faber, and Jarrett […]
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Sister Aquinas Weber Joins Centenarians
May 3, 2023
Sister Aquinas Weber’s photo was added to the Centenarian Wall at Aquinata Hall on May 2. We celebrate her 100th Birthday this week. Thank you, Sr. Aquinas, for being such an inspiration to us all. May your special day and year ahead be filled with as much joy and love as you have shared with […]
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Sister Mary Aquinas Weber Celebrates 100th Birthday
May 2, 2023
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Sister Mary Aquinas Weber is more than familiar with calling. It has become her life’s work to express the passionate dedication she has for her namesake college. The Dominican Sister works for the school nearly every day, whether it’s picking up the phone to drum up donor support or sitting […]
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Holy Week at the Southern Border: A Holy Encounter
April 20, 2023
In January 2022, I was invited by my friend Bev Abma to join a trip to the Southwest Border to learn more about immigration with an organization called ABARA. Having been to the southwest border as a volunteer with Children’s Disaster Relief, Bev was asked to coordinate the trip by a few members of her […]
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“Go and take your place” — 2nd Wednesday of Easter Homily
April 19, 2023
Megan McElroy OP preached for theWord on April 19, the 2nd Wednesday of Easter, based on the Readings: Acts 5:17-26; John 3:16-21. Her homily follows. You can also listen to the message at https://word.op.org/2023/04/19/29454/. “Go and take your place.” Depending on the context, these words can be demeaning: • Go and take your place… […]
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Creation Canticles – Reflections on the Natural World
April 3, 2023
Introducing the Creation Canticles Pope Francis began the encyclical, “Laudato Si’ On Care for Our Common Home” describing the human relationship with the earth through images from the hymn “Canticle of the Creatures” by St. Francis of Assisi. In this hymn, St. Francis invites all his brother and sister creatures—whether minerals, plants or animals—to praise […]
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Catholic Sisters Week Food Drive Wrap-Up and Thanks
March 22, 2023
“Celebrating Catholic Sisters Week and the food drive was an adventure. Generosity, kindness, empathy and goodwill made this food drive a fitting celebration of Catholic Sisters. The Sisters volunteered their time and donated food, personal items, baby items and even cat food! The floor of a 9-foot U-Haul van was covered twice with donations. With […]