Sister Ministry & Stories
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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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Appreciating Teachers Then and Now
May 5, 2023
They teach reading, spelling, writing, and arithmetic, giving children and adults tools to improve their lives and livelihoods. They open eyes through history, science, speech, logic, and languages. They share their passion for professions of: nursing, education, and more. They introduce faith and hope through rich spiritual experiences. Their day-to-day presence assures each child of […]
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Dominican Sisters Grand Rapids 2023 Jubilarians
April 13, 2023
A Jubilee is an anniversary when we honor Sisters and Associates and reflect on their unique contributions to our lives. We tell stories, share what we’ve learned from and with one another, and reflect on our joys and sorrows. We celebrate! We honor each Dominican Sister and Associate and the ways that they have shared […]
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Catholic Sisters Week: Remembering Sister Helen Bolger OP
March 11, 2023
I remember Sister Helen Bolger fondly. I received a French major at Aquinas College and she was one of my professors. She encouraged me to do a semester abroad and I traveled to Rennes, France in my sophomore year. I attended the L’Universite de Haute-Bretagne to continue my French classes. I believe that experience shaped […]
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Catholic Sisters Week: Celebrating Sister Doris Faber OP
March 10, 2023
Sister Doris Faber was extremely instrumental in the development in the faith of my wife, Beth, and me. This was at Saint Andrews Parish in Clemson, South Carolina. My wife and I were married less than 10 years at that time and did not have any children… yet. We had recently moved to the area […]
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Catholic Sisters Week: We Found a Place at Your Family Table
March 9, 2023
Thank you Dominican Sisters of Grand Rapids for being models of joyful service, Christian kindness, and human love. Because of you and your commitment to inclusiveness, truth, justice, and peace, we the Dominican Associates have found a place at your family table. We continue to stand by you and share in your mission to praise, […]
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Catholic Sisters Week: Thank You Sisters!
March 8, 2023
“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” ~ Matthew 6:21 In 2000, I enrolled my son Andy in school at Lake Michigan Academy on the campus of Aquinas College. I could not have imagined where this move would take us in life. Living in Greenville and driving him to Grand […]
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Catholic Sisters Week: Celebrating Sister Ann Walters OP
March 7, 2023
Sister Ann Walters is a Grand Rapids Dominican Sister who, along with Sonja Visser, was my mentor through the Associate development process. She is also my spiritual advisor. One tends to think that Sisters are holier than most people in the world…and they are. But Sister Ann is the kind of Catholic Sister who reminds […]
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USA: Sign the Nuclear Ban Treaty Now
January 25, 2023
January 22, 2023 was the 2nd anniversary of the enforceable Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW). I joined witness and advocacy actions this week as we called upon the United States to sign this treaty to ban nuclear weapons. Sixty eight (68) countries have now ratified it and another 24 countries are actively […]