joellen barkwell

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  Sr. Joellen Barkwell: Jubilarian 2023 – 60 Years a Sister

  July 15, 2023

  Hello and goodbyes have often been difficult. On my 20th birthday of September 8, 1962, I said goodbye to my boyfriend at my front door and left for Marywood by the back door. When my parents dropped me off, they were in tears, and I was in fear. What was going to happen to me […]

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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 […]