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  • Sr. Marie Carla Moeggenborg Jubilarian 2023 – 60 Years a Sister

    Sr. Marie Carla Moeggenborg Jubilarian 2023 – 60 Years a Sister

    October 6, 2023

    As I reflect on 60 years of Dominican life, I am amazed how these six words have guided me… I was born in Bay City, the daughter of Carl and Agnes Moeggenborg. The family eventually moved to rural Shepherd. There we lived among aunts, uncles, and cousins. In due time, our family welcomed additional children […]

  • Funeral Services for Sister Joyce Williams OP

    Funeral Services for Sister Joyce Williams OP

    March 17, 2023

    Sister Joyce Williams OP entered eternal life on March 17, 2023 at the age of 81 after 63 years of religious life. We commend Sister Joyce to your prayers. Evening Prayer with Remembering Service Monday, March 20 at 7:00 pm Chapel of the Word/Marywood Funeral Mass Tuesday, March 21 at 10:00 am Chapel of the […]

  • Catholic Sisters Week: We Found a Place at Your Family Table

    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, […]

  • Funeral Services for Sister Joyce Kolasa OP

    Funeral Services for Sister Joyce Kolasa OP

    March 7, 2023

    Sister Joyce Kolasa OP entered eternal life on March 5, 2023 at the age of 89 after 71 years of religious life. We commend Sister Joyce to your prayers. Evening Prayer with Remembering Service Monday, March 6 at 7:00 pm Chapel of the Word/Marywood Funeral Mass Tuesday, March 7 at 10:00 am Chapel of the […]

  • Funeral Services for Sister Jean Reimer OP

    Funeral Services for Sister Jean Reimer OP

    September 14, 2022

    Sister Jean Reimer OP entered eternal life on September 11, 2022 at the age of 92 after 68 years of religious life. We commend Sister Jean to your prayers. Evening Prayer with Remembering Service Sunday, September 18 at 7:00 pm Chapel of the Word/Marywood Funeral Mass Monday, September 19 at 10:00 am Chapel of the […]

  • Celebrating Our 2022 Jubilarians

    Celebrating Our 2022 Jubilarians

    August 12, 2022

    We Celebrate Our Jubilarians! We gathered Saturday evening Aug. 6 to share in the celebration of Jubilee; to give thanks for the lives of those who have served among us for 50, 60, 70, and 75 years. We also celebrated the life of an Associate who has served among us for 25 years. Let us […]

  • Companion to Citizenship

    Companion to Citizenship

    August 11, 2022

    The path to U.S. citizenship is not easy. In these monthly sessions, we hope to provide guidance and resources to those navigating their way through the citizenship process. Information will be provided on how to prepare for the citizenship exam, fill out the N-400 form, and obtain the necessary legal documents. Free attorney assistance will […]

  • Funeral Services for Sister Michael Anne Nic OP

    Funeral Services for Sister Michael Anne Nic OP

    August 8, 2022

    Sister Michael Anne Nic OP entered eternal life on August 3, 2022 at the age of 95 after 76 years of religious life. We commend Sister Michael Anne to your prayers. Evening Prayer with Remembering Service Monday, August 8 at 7:00 pm Chapel of the Word/Marywood Funeral Mass Tuesday, August 9 at 10:00 am Chapel […]

  • Funeral Services for Sister Donna Brown OP

    Funeral Services for Sister Donna Brown OP

    July 29, 2022

    Sister Donna Brown OP entered eternal life on July 29, 2022 at the age of 89 after 71 years of religious life. We commend Sister Donna to your prayers. Evening Prayer with Remembering Service Monday, August 1 at 7:00 pm Chapel of the Word/Marywood Funeral Mass Tuesday, August 2 at 10:00 am Chapel of the […]

  • At Every Age

    At Every Age

    June 24, 2022

    Sister Pat Kennedy’s hats warm the heads of hospitalized preemies and adults in the Heartside Neighborhood. Her blankets, along with booties, bibs, and teddy bears are donated to the pregnancy help center in her parish, St. Jude’s. “You know, we never meet the babies, the mothers, who receive these items. But I know that I’ve […]