At last, they reach the summit. The three fishermen, though strong and robust as their trade demands, are happy for a chance to throw themselves down upon the sparse grass and catch their breath. It has been a hard climb, especially at the pace set by their Leader. For His part, the fourth Man remains standing, gazing out at the horizon with an indefinable expression on His face.
Read MoreHis dusty clothes, sunburnt face, and gaunt frame suggest that He has been here for some time. His eyes are closed and His brow furrowed as His mouth silently forms the words of David: O God, You are my God, for You my soul is thirsting … like a dry, weary land without water.
Read More“Where can the weak find a place of firm security and peace, except in the wounds of the Savior? Indeed, the more secure is my place there the more He can do to help me …”
Read MoreWith all the wonderful happenings of the Advent/Christmas season and the New Year, it’s been quite a while since we took time to update you on the progress of our Cherish the Flame construction. We can assure you, however, that our “silence” about the building project hasn’t been for lack of news to report!
Read MoreFr. Jeff is a friend of Sister Maria Faustina’s and a priest from the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, and he gave a beautiful homily about the Immaculate Conception of our Blessed Mother, and what this great mystery can teach us in our own walk with God. With Father’s permission, we share the text of that homily in the hope that it will lift your hearts and draw you closer to Our Lord and His Mother!
Read MoreSome months ago, a young woman named Madeline contacted us to ask if we’d be willing to do an interview for her new podcast, Consecrated. She shared about her love for the religious life and her eagerness to make this beautiful vocation better known and appreciated in the Church.
Read MoreToday the Bridegroom claims his bride, the Church, since Christ has washed her sins away in Jordan's waters; the Magi hasten with their gifts to the royal wedding; and the wedding guests rejoice, for Christ has changed water into wine, alleluia.
Read MoreAt long last, they’re ready - pictures from Sr. Maria Faustina’s big day on December 8th! We hope you enjoy these images of the glorious liturgy and joyful reception, thanks to the photography skills of our friend Elizabeth Wong Barnstead of the Western KY Catholic.
Read MoreAs our little Christmas gift to you, enjoy some pictures of our Sisters’ latest chalk art creation! This year’s masterpiece is based on Teilhard de Chardin’s poem, “Fire in the Earth.”
Read MoreHopefully we haven’t kept you waiting too long for photos of Holly’s Vestition last week! Enjoy pictures of the joyous occasion and the radiant new novice, Sr. Isabel Maria!
And lest you think we’ve forgotten about posting photos from Sr. Maria Faustina’s Perpetual Profession on December 8th, here are a few “sneak peeks” to whet your appetite …
Read MoreThe glorious day has finally come - Postulant Holly received the holy habit and her new religious name this morning! We give thanks to God for the great gift of a second Vestition in one year, and we look forward to sharing pictures of the joyous new novice with you soon. In the meantime, enjoy a reflection written by Holly on the name by which she will now be known …
Read MoreOur latest newsletter is hot off the presses and ready for your perusal!
Read MoreOur 2022 Advent vocation retreat was such a success that we decided to make it an annual tradition! This year, we were blessed with the presence of three wonderful young women who came to explore and experience Passionist life in the light of the coming Advent season.
Read MoreOn this Thanksgiving Day, we are profoundly grateful for all God’s blessings to us — and especially for each one of you. Your love and prayerful support of our Passionist mission meant the world to us.
Read MoreWorking in the garden is a time-honored tradition of postulants and novices the world over, and our community is no exception. But one doesn’t have to be at St. Joseph’s Monastery for very long before she comes face to face with a formidable foe: CRABGRASS.
Read MoreWe have some big news to share with all of you …
Read MoreOften we come to the Saints asking for their intercession for a particular need, or studying their example of virtue to emulate in our own lives. But today, Holy Mother Church reminds us of another aspect of devotion to the Saints: simply rejoicing in their Heavenly glory!
Read MoreEarlier this month, Sr. Rosemary, OP (a Dominican Sister of St. Cecilia) began giving a series of classes to some of our Sisters in formation. The topic? The Wellspring of Worship, Fr. Jean Corban’s classic work on the liturgy. This beautiful book is based on the image of the River of Life — that is, the love of the Holy Trinity — as it overflows into our world, particularly by means of the Church’s daily liturgy.
Read MoreToday Mother Church celebrates one of the early Apostolic Fathers. Though not perhaps as well-known as his 16th-century namesake (St. Ignatius Loyola), Ignatius of Antioch was an amazing Saint who deserves more attention than he receives!
Read MoreEach year, the month of October is dedicated to the Rosary — the prayer that our Blessed Mother has held up in numerous apparitions as a powerful means of obtaining graces.
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