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December 5, 2012

 

A MESSAGE FROM THE SSMO
SUPERIOR GENERAL

 

Dear Families and Friends, 

 

The Advent season is upon us and Christmas is around the corner--again!  One cannot help but think of gifts at this time of year.  I am so proud of my siblings, who have agreed that instead of bringing a gift to exchange at our family Christmas party, we will make a donation to a charity.  I have to admit, our dad promoted that idea long ago.  I think he must be smiling upon us and thinking, "They were slow to catch on to the reason for the season, but they finally did."

 

Speaking of gifts, last week at the Catholic Charities luncheon, I heard someone describing a fellow parishioner in this way: "Her life is a gift."  By that she meant that each day this person finds a way to respond to those in need.  In this season of gifts, this generous person reminds me of what this season is all about.

 

May this season of gift-giving extend and expand throughout the coming year!

 

Blessings,

Sr. Charlene Herinckx
SSMO Superior General

 



125th Signature File
Annual Christmas Bazaar this Weekend at Maryville
Shop for special, one-of-a-kind gifts at our annual Christmas Bazaar! The bazaar will be held Friday and Saturday, Dec. 8 and 9, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. While you shop, enjoy the refreshments. Plus, we will be raffling a fabulous stay at the beach!

All Valiant Alumni Invited to Varsity Basketball Game on Dec. 15!

Join our Valiant alumni on Saturday, Dec. 15 for the big varsity basketball game vs De La Salle in the Valiants' gym. Girls play at 6 p.m.  Boys play at 7:30 p.m.
 
Sisters Attend 2012 Youth Convention in Seaside
Sisters joined over 800 youth who gathered for the annual convention. The weekend was filled with song and inspiration.

Panel Discussion on Decisions Surrounding an Aging Adult to be Held Jan. 10
Are you in the midst of--or expecting--health care changes for an aging adult?


Sisters Express Gratitude for Donations of Homegrown Produce
The Sisters hosted a Mass and brunch in appreciation for those whose hard work and generosity enabled them to enjoy fresh local produce. 
 

Saint of the Month Reflection: St. Thomas Becket
St. Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury, was murdered in his cathedral in 1170 when he would not compromise his religious integrity.
Sisters Assist Salvation Army Veterans and Family Center During Advent
The Sisters are making donations toward purchasing gifts that will then be wrapped for the residents' Christmas.

Story of Faith: Faith Makes Things Possible, Not Easy
Can you guess which Sister's story of faith this is? Her family was opposed to her following her calling to life religious.

SSMO Chaplains Share Professional Renewal Experiences
Two SSMO Sisters, both chaplains in health care settings, attended workshops on palliative care. Here, they share some of what they learned and their insights.

Sisters Participate in Year of Faith
The Year of Faith--during which Pope Benedict has called the Church to focus on catechesis, the liturgy, and charity--is already in its third month. The Sisters are participating in this universal focus on faith in several ways.

SSMO Foundation Annual Fund
Please support the SSMO Foundation Annual Fund appeal when it arrives in your mailbox. Thank you.



Meet the Sisters: Sr. Marianne Giesel
"...an admired teacher asked if I had thought of being a nun. I quickly responded, "No." I was totally surprised by her question, as I had not realized that women BECAME nuns."
 

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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