Diane Zerfas
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100th Anniversary of Laying of Cornerstone of Motherhouse at Marywood
June 11, 2021
On June 14, 1917, the Congregation purchased land at the corner of Fulton Street and Lakeside and plans for the building of a long anticipated Motherhouse began. Three years later, 100 years ago, on June 5, 1921, the cornerstone of the building atop the hill on Fulton Street in Grand Rapids was laid. In honor […]
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Sister Inspiration: Diane Zerfas OP
May 28, 2021
Dominican Center’s Ministry of Spiritual Direction has been a beacon of hope for many in the chaos and confusion of Covid time. Direction is not about giving answers but about helping people see God at work in their lives. I have been doing direction for over 30 years and serving at Dominican Center for 15 […]
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Dominican Sisters Grand Rapids 2021 Jubilarians
May 12, 2021
A Jubilee is an anniversary when we honor a Sister and reflect on her 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! View Jubilarians online We honor each Dominican Sister and the ways that she has shared […]
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Sister Inspiration: Diane Zerfas, OP
February 14, 2020
About the Holy Preaching We cannot say that the phrase originated with Diane Zerfas, OP. That attribution goes to Saint Dominic de Guzman, founder of the Order of Dominic, the Order of Preachers in 1215. But by all rights, Sister Diane’s ministry is the living embodiment of this intention. “From the beginning of the Order, […]
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OP Lenten Journey: 1st Week of Lent
March 8, 2019
Be still and know that I am God! Psalm 46:11 On this first week of Lent…I will listen for God’s voice this week. Perhaps Psalms will be my guide, or a prophet preaching, or a Saint’s witness. “I will follow those whose hearing is attuned to the still, small whisper of love, whose prayer deepens […]
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Marywood Campus Spring & Summer 2019 Preached Retreats
February 15, 2019
Dominican Center for Spirituality Coordinator Diane Zerfas, OP, has announced preached retreats for vowed religious and associates coming up this spring and summer. Preaching through Beauty with Diane Zerfas OP and Friends Sunday, begins May 19 at 6:00 pm – May 24 at noon at Aquinata Hall God speaks a message of love through […]