Celebration of Hospice
by Sr. Ann Fearday, ASC On April 12, 50 volunteers and staff celebrated the 45th anniversary of Hospice of Southern Illinois. Sister Leona Luechtefeld received… Read More »Celebration of Hospice
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Stories, Prayers, and Reflections
We find inspiration and God in our ministry, mission, and even the smallest moments in our day. Here we share our stories, prayers, and reflections on everything happening in our lives.
Stitch by Stitch: Sewing Hope for Others
by Sr. Janet Rowley, ASC As usage of the Sewing Room at the Wichita Center declined, the size of the room changed to keep pace.… Read More »Stitch by Stitch: Sewing Hope for Others
JPIC Bits Around the Region
On March 5, at the monthly online gathering of Nuns Against Gun Violence (NAGV), our ASC presence in this group, Sr. Diana Rawlings, prepared and… Read More »JPIC Bits Around the Region
Spring Awakening
by Sr. Miriam Rau, ASC Spring arrived in nature on March 20, 2026. Spring arose in some hearts and souls in Chicago, IL at Catholic Theological… Read More »Spring Awakening
Walking with Migrants
by Sr. Ann Fearday, ASC On March 7, seven of us ASCs joined several hundred other people in an ecumenical prayer vigil in solidarity with… Read More »Walking with Migrants
Hành Hương Về Nguồn
By: Sr Hien Vu, ASC “Thiên Chúa là tình yêu” (1Ga 4,16), “Thiên Chúa yêu thương dân Người như mẹ hiền ủ ấp con thơ”… Read More »Hành Hương Về Nguồn
Journey from Vallecorsa to Acuto
by Sr. Angela Laquet, ASC The ASC local community at Benedictine Living Community at the Shrine (BLCS) and local sisters from the area gathered for… Read More »Journey from Vallecorsa to Acuto
A Church Within a Church
by Sr. Regina Siegfried, ASC February 2026 marks the eighth year that St. Vincent’s Parish in St. Louis began its outreach, now fondly referred to… Read More »A Church Within a Church
An Ordinary Day Becomes Extraordinary for Sister Hien Vu
by Sr. Barb Smith, ASC February 2, 2026, started out as an ordinary day, that is, until around noon. While everyone was enjoying their hamburgers,… Read More »An Ordinary Day Becomes Extraordinary for Sister Hien Vu
March 2026 Discernment Newsletter
An Extra Hour of Light: A Gift for Discernment; Spring 2026, Adorers Discernment Newsletter; Ministry of Vocations
Catching up with Sister Hien Vu
by Jeff Stahlhut, Regional Director of Communications In early December, Sr. Hien Vu arrived in the United States for a three-month visit. Soon after her… Read More »Catching up with Sister Hien Vu
JPIC Bits From Around the Region
On New Year’s Eve, after visiting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, historic symbols of liberty, freedom, and inspirations of hope for our democracy, Sisters… Read More »JPIC Bits From Around the Region