“The Sound of Silence”
Since the beginning of humanity, silence has had a special language of its own. In the Garden of Eden, Genesis tells us that God walked with Adam and Eve in the cool of the evening.
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Advent
Advent is a season of hope and expectation. The stories and reflections shared here serve as light in the darkness. We hope these poems, songs, and artwork inspire you.
Shepherds Among Us
The shepherds of the Christmas story have always fascinated me. I lived on a farm and liked to be outside, so I knew that one… Read More »Shepherds Among Us
Salt Melts Ice and Hearts
By Sister Mary Catherine Clark, ASC Courtney, my neighbor, had spread salt along her sidewalk as a wintry mix of ice and snow fell from… Read More »Salt Melts Ice and Hearts
A Little Good Friday on Christmas Eve
By Sister Regina Siegfried, ASC The scene at midnight Mass at St. Vincent de Paul was exquisite: The venerable, old church in St. Louis, my… Read More »A Little Good Friday on Christmas Eve
Following the Spirit’s Lead
By Sister Frances Pytlik, ASC Advent allows us to connect with our hopes and desires, our longing and yearning for God. But with Advent coming… Read More »Following the Spirit’s Lead
Living by Signs
By Sister JoAnn Mark, ASC Three years ago at this time, I made a decision to leave my life in Wichita for a challenge in… Read More »Living by Signs
Traveling Outside My Comfort Zone
By Sister Ann Fearday, ASC For believers, Advent is a sacred journey of hoping, waiting and preparing, and in my case, more deeply understanding self.… Read More »Traveling Outside My Comfort Zone
The Road to My Wildest Dreams
By Sister Barb Smith, ASC Journeys always stir something deep within me. There is something exciting about taking off into the unknown. Where will this… Read More »The Road to My Wildest Dreams
Advent: A New Season
This Advent we’ll be sharing stories from Adorers who are on a pilgrimage of sorts. We invite you to journey with us these four weeks and… Read More »Advent: A New Season
My Advent with Central American Refugees
By Sister Kris Schrader, ASC During sabbatical from my education work in Guatemala, I have been volunteering with a group in San Antonio, Texas, that… Read More »My Advent with Central American Refugees
Three Wise Women
This past week, we celebrated the feast of the Epiphany or the witnessing of the child Jesus by three wise men. The bible does not… Read More »Three Wise Women
These Women Have Seen a Great Light
By Sister Kate Reid ASC December has given me occasions to celebrate three young immigrant women (H, E & T) born anew in spite of… Read More »These Women Have Seen a Great Light