Please enjoy Sr. Jess’ reflection on a recent pilgrimage to Italy. Fr. Bob, Sr. Jaime, and Sr. Jess had the great opportunity to go on pilgrimage to Italy during the 2018 Christmas Season. The three Franciscans and two generous benefactors departed on Christmas day in order to celebrate the festivities of the Christmas season in…
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Back to School Block Party
Thanks to Alex Campbell from Medill New Services for the great story about our August 2018 Back to School Block Party!
Reflections on Lourdes …
Peace! This past August Sr. Kate and Sr. Alicia were invited to partake in a pilgrimage to France–the main destination was Lourdes! Please enjoy Sr. Kate’s reflections on this incredible opportunity. Be assured that you were in the sisters’ prayers each day of the journey. +++++++ Ave, Ave, Ave Marie! I can still hear these…
First Things … Times Two!
Peace! This year Sr. Alicia had a chance to contribute two essays to First Things‘ blog, First Thoughts! This was certainly a a tremendous blessing for her, as one of her mentors and spiritual fathers, Fr. Ed Oakes, S.J., who passed away on December 6, 2013, was a regular contributor and enthusiast of First Things….
Sr. Jaime share’s about her vocation w/ Maggie’s Place!
Peace! In November Sr. Jaime had a chance to thank Maggie’s Place, where she served mothers and children, before she became a sister. Please read her beautiful reflection by clicking here!
Sr. Stephanie Featured in FOCUS Annual Report
Peace! Thanks to FOCUS, one of our fantastic partners, for featuring Sr. Stephanie in their annual report. Enjoy the story below!
With Love, from Poland!
Peace! This summer Sr. Jess had the opportunity to travel to Poland for World Youth Day, thanks to some generous benefactors. Please enjoy her reflections on the incredible experience! This summer, I was gifted the opportunity to go to Poland for World Youth Day. The three words that will help me distill this beautiful trip…
Volition Half Marathon, Sept. 11, 2015
Peace! Sr. Stephanie came home the winner of the Volition Half Marathon here in Chicago on September 11! We are so proud of her accomplishment. Join us in praying for Sr. Stephanie and the rest of Team OLA as they hit the pavement this coming Sunday October 9 at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon!!…