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November 7, 2012

 

A MESSAGE FROM THE SSMO
SUPERIOR GENERAL

 

Dear Families and Friends, 

 

According to the Greek philosopher, Heraclitus of Ephesus, "Change is the only constant." If there is anything we can be sure of, it's change. In this issue of A View from the Dome, we would like to share with you some changes that have been happening in or near our Motherhouse building.

 



125th Signature File

Three Thermostats for Entire Convent Now a Happy Memory

Big renovations for the Sisters' home! For 80+ years, we have been used to three thermostats to determine the temperature throughout our entire five-story, three-winged building!
 
Story of Faith: Faith and Trust First Learned from Parents
Sr. Charlene Herinckx's faith was developed at a very young age by witnessing the faith of her parents and their commitment to stewardship.

Saint of the Month Reflection: St. Rose Philippine Duchesne
St. Rose Philippine Duchesne traveled from France to establish convents of the Society of the Sacred Heart in the Louisiana Territory.

Soup's On a Smashing Success, See Photo Gallery!
Great fun was had by over 450 people who attended the second annual Soup's On!

Underground Electrical Vault Installed
Transformers that were attached to a telephone pole close to the Convent building are now safely housed underground.
Paths Ready for Strollers of All Kinds
A long-awaited upgrade to our pathways on campus provides a peaceful and smooth place to walk, stroll and reflect. The Sisters celebrated with a ribbon-cutting party.

Papal Medal Bestowed on
Sr. Krista von Borstel
Sr. Krista, director of CYO and Camp Howard, recently accepted the highest honor from the Pope: the Papal Medal. It was presented to her at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception last month.

Need a Day of Prayer and Inspiration? Join us Dec. 1 for an Advent Retreat
Sr. Charlene
Just in time to prepare for the busy holiday season, the Sisters are offering a day of prayerful silence led by Fr. Domenico Di Raimondo, MSpS.
 
Re-Purposed West Wing Used for Good Purposes
All three floors of the former St. Mary of the Valley Elementary School are being renovated to support new initiatives of the SSMO mission.

Requests for Prayers

If you would like the Sisters to add a special intention to our daily prayers,
please send an email to prayers@ssmo.org.

 

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