It has truly been a walk on the wild side! Just to be living with some of my Sisters after 12 years of living alone has been something new. New and wonderful. The time we five (Amy Hereford, Clare Spaeth, Paula Michaud, Sarah Heger and I) spend together sharing a meal, praying together each night, laughing, talking, having our Sharing of the State of the Heart and the State of Our House each week have been great opportunities for me to grow as an individual as well as a member of our novitiate community. I am blessed. And just walking the walk with
All of the above has also had its challenges. Do I miss my most recent community and friends at St. Joseph the Worker Parish in Ozark, MO? You bet I do. Do I miss my apartment in Nixa, MO and my landlady, Margaret, and the good visits had with her and my neighbors in my building? Certainly. At the same time, I welcome this time and opportunity to be involved with this aspect of vocation ministry. For the most part it keeps me alert and alive and I am delighted with that.
I'll close now with a reminder that we are approaching two high feasts of our church year: the Feast of St. Patrick and the Feast of St. Joseph. Join us, at least in spirit, this weekend as we gather and celebrate the years of love and service given by so many of our Sisters. Let the Jubilee begin!
Novice Director Pat
Pat,
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You rock, Quinnie!
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