News Notes

PROVINCE

SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH OF CARONDELET AND ASSOCIATES • ST. LOUIS PROVINCE • MAY/JUNE 2018

Close your eyes …

lean in to the silence ...
and listen …
Close your eyes …
lean in to the silence …
and listen …
listen ….
listen …

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
6 12-13 20-21
CHAPTER OF MISSION 2018 JUBILEE SPONSORED
Read about the April A special evening prayer INSTITUTIONS
Chapter of Mission was held in honor of Fontbonne University and
experience and the Reception of 1958's St. Joseph's Academy in
outcomes, including 60th jubilee on May 5. St. Louis celebrate CSJ
the Province Directional View photos from their Heritage Week. And
Statements. celebration, along with St. Teresa's Academy
contributions and thank in Kansas City hosted
you's. "sisters" from St. Joseph
School in Le Puy-en-
Valey, France.
CONTENTS
Province Leadership......................................................................................... 3-5
Province Chapter.............................................................................................. 6-8
Carondelet Chronicles.........................................................................................9
Association..................................................................................................... 10-12
CSJ News..............................................................................................................13
60th Jubilee.................................................................................................... 14-16
Care for Creation................................................................................................17
Archives................................................................................................................18
Necrology: Louise Juanita McRoberts, CSJA...................................................19
Sponsored Institutions................................................................................... 20-21
Book Club.............................................................................................................22
Events and Happenings.....................................................................................23
Calendar..............................................................................................................24
ON THE COVER:
Sister Marilyn Lott asks us to lean in to the silence and listen to where
our heart takes us in her Province Leadership message on page 3.
During this time of chapter and communal discernment, what do
you hear? What are you being called to?
Fraser River in
the morning,
Vancouver,
British
Columbia
 Province Leadership
2014-2019 Province Leadership Team: Sisters Mary Margaret Lazio, Linda Straub, Maureen Freeman,
Rita Marie Schmitz and Marilyn Lott
Lean in to the Silence
by Sister Marilyn Lott
Close your eyes … lean in to the silence … and listen … Close
your eyes … lean in to the silence … and listen … listen ….
listen …
What is it that you hear as you sit? Are you able to silence
your mind and reflect on where your heart takes you? Open
your eyes and look to see what it is that you see around you.
Are you seeing in a new way?
In April, we had our Chapter of Mission. During our
meetings, we “committed to love of God, neighbor, self and
all of creation.” Throughout the meetings we were called
to communal discernment and to go within to see a new
direction for the future. There was new growth as we shared
our stories and renewed our commitment through prayer to
“send loving energy into the universe.” Through the chapter
process we had the time to speak our truths with one
another, to look at ways to move forward and to plant new
ways to address the violence in our world today.
One of the province diretions that emerged is that we
will “commit to address boldly the violence of our time by
selecting a province focus supported by province funding,
other resources, education and accountability.” This urgent
call challenges us to keep hope alive in a world of violence,
fragmentation and woundedness that threaten the existence
of our cities, government and world. I believe the future we
look for depends on spiritual rebirth for all. The beauty and
the suffering of our world and of nature affect the quality
and depth of our contemplation. So what is our call?
We are called to communal discernment in which we go
from "I to we" and, in the silence of our prayer, we come to
new insights and consensus. A committee has been formed
to develop a process that will help us choose a focus that we
can commit to together. Through a process of communal
discernment and our own silence, we will move forward
bringing the wisdom from our Chapter of Mission to the
Chapter of Affairs and to a province focus.
In our individual and communal contemplation, we will
discover the depths of our being as community. Our
contemplation and prayer allows us to hear the cry for
relationships that reflect human dignity. Ram Dass reminds
us that “the quieter you become, the more you can hear.” As
we receive the process to discern our focus, take the time
to see what stirs in your heart. What are you hearing from
others that informs your decision and calls you to respond in
new and growth-filled ways?
Take time to stop, choose silence, and let yourself be opened
to your inner depths. As we continue to gather together, we
can feel, see and understand in new ways where we are now
being called to offer ourselves and to come to a single focus.
Take time daily to close your eyes … lean in to the silence …
and listen.
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 CORPORATION & COUNCIL
JANUARY MINUTES
Corporation
Approved
• Dec. 12, 2017 Board Minutes
• December 2017 Financial
Statements
• Carondelet Community Betterment
Federation, Emergency Food
Pantry—$5,000
• St. Joseph's Academy (SJA) Dinner
Auction—$1,375
• Fontbonne PROM Scholarship
Dinner—$3,000
• Ignatian Spirituality Project,
Company of Grace Dinner—$500
• English Tutoring Project—$10,000
• Aquinas Institute of Theology,
Women Living Theology—$500
• Nia Kuumba Spirituality Center,
Women’s Day Panel/Brunch—$450
• Rockhaven Ecozoic Center,
Spaghetti Dinner—$100
• Motherhouse Masonry/Window
Project
• Election of SJA Board of Director
Member
Discussed
• St. Teresa's Academy (STA) Gift
Request
• Fontbonne University Gift Request
Council
Approved
• Dec. 11-12, 2017 Minutes
• Patrimony Requests (3)
Discussed
• Motherhouse Masonry/Window
Project
• Requests to Move/Live Alone
• CSJ Driver Testing
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• Annual Ministry Reflection
• Holy Family Chapel
• 2019 Jubilees
• Hawaii Celebration Invitation
• CSSJ National Gathering
• Health & Wellness Succession
Planning
Updated
• Agrégée Program
• Speaker Diarmuid O’Murchu Event
• Associate Report
• Spring 2018 Sectionals
FEBRUARY MINUTES
Corporation
Approved
• Jan. 23, 2018 Board Minutes
• January 2018 Financial Statements
• Fontbonne Resolution Termination
of Reverter Provision
• Fontbonne Resolution Providing
Limited Guaranty for Financing
• Center for Women in Transition,
Beautiful Transformations Gala/
Auction—$5,000
• Hope Border Institute—$1,000
• St. Francis Xavier School
Scholarship Fund, Brunswick,
Georgia—$5,000
• Generosity of Joseph Gala—$1,000
• Congregational Formation/Novitiate
Program—$3,000
Discussed
• St. Joseph School-Gulu Request
Council
Approved
• Jan. 22-23, 2018 Minutes
• Patrimony Request (1)
Discussed
• Public Stance: Sanctuary Issues
• AL60 Naming Contest
• Sectional Composition Review
• Chapter of Mission Schedule
Updated
• Jubilee Celebrations, 2019
• Gulu Report
• Federation Events, Summer 2018
MARCH MINUTES
Corporation
Approved
• Feb. 21, 2018 Board Minutes
• February 2018 Financial Statements
• Little Sisters of the Poor—$200
• Blessed Teresa of Calcutta
Parish—$500
• Archdiocese of St. Louis’ Annual
Appeal—$500
• Bright Futures Fund, School Bell
Breakfast—$2,500
• Institute for Peace & Justice—$1,000
• Microfinancing Partners in
Africa—$1,250
• Congregational Formation/Novitiate
Program—$2,000
Council
Approved
• Feb. 20-21, 2018 Minutes
• Donation to Peru—$5,000
• Dept. Head Evaluation
Discussed
• Congregational Magazine
• St. Joseph Housing Initiative
• Congregational Novitiate Plan
• Federation Vitality Study
Updated
• Congregational Chapter, 2019
 2018 TABITHA GRANTS
For this funding cycle, the Tabitha Grant Committee received a total of 36 applications,
requesting over $335,000. This year the committee disbursed a total of $200,000 to the following organizations:
Annunciation House, $10,000
Assists refugees seeking asylum for shelter and legal assistance
in the El Paso region.
Cardinal Ritter Senior Services, $7,500
Safe shelter to low-income, older adults living with mental
illness in St. Louis.
Center for Women in Transition, $9,000
Mentoring and advocacy program assists women coming out of
incarceration in St. Louis.
Dogtown Ecovillage, $5,000
Offering low-income St. Louis households home energy audits
and energy-efficiency home improvements.
Don Bosco Community Center, $9,000
Provides health education and resources to students in Kansas
City, Missouri.
EarthLinks, Inc., $2,000
The workshop provides paid, meaningful work to adults
experiencing homelessness and economic poverty in Denver.
Excel, Inc., $5,600
The Excel Summer Learning Program for youth, K-6th grades
in Okolona, Mississippi.
Hands of the Carpenter, $5,000
Automotive repairs and related education to low-income single
mothers in Denver.
Immigrant & Refugee Women’s Program, $10,000
Providing English tutoring and living skills education to
immigrant and refugee women in the St. Louis metro area.
Jerusalem Farm, $8,000
Teaching sustainability through service retreat experiences,
Kansas City, Missouri.
Journey to New Life, $10,000
Temporary housing for female ex-offenders at Journey House
in Kansas City, Missouri.
Kairos Outside of Eastern Missouri Prison Ministry, $2,000
Funds for retreat program for incarcerated persons and their
families and leadership advancement training.
Latinos En Axion STL, $5,000
Teaching English as a second language to immigrants in the
St. Louis area.
Marian Middle School, $9,000
Providing extra-curricular activities thru the Enrichment
Program to underprivileged students in St. Louis.
Metro Trans Umbrella Group, $9,000
Funding for support groups for the Trans/GNC community in
St. Louis.
MicroFinancing Partners in Africa, $5,000
Support for the Water With Blessings Project in Masaka,
Uganda.
Migrant & Immigrant Community Action Project, $10,000
The Family Unity Project provides legal services to immigrant
families living in St. Louis, southern Illinois, and southeastern
Missouri.
Most Holy Trinity Catholic School & Academy, $9,000
Funding for character education and counseling program for
low-income students in North St. Louis City.
New Ways Ministry, $7000
Funding for the Womanjourney Weavings Project for the
LGBT Catholic community.
Our Lady’s Inn, $9,000
Provides care and shelter in St. Louis City and Defiance,
Missouri, to homeless, pregnant women and their children.
Queen of Peace Center, $5,000
Support for women with addiction through the Therapeutic
Horticulture Program in St. Louis.
Sacred Heart House of Denver, $10,000
In-house stabilization program for homeless women and
children in Denver.
St. Francis Xavier College Church, $8,000
Documentation outreach assistance for marginalized low-
income men and women and their children in St. Louis.
St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf, $8,000
Provides early intervention support for children who are deaf.
St. Therese Little Flower Church, $5,000
Funding for transportation for elders attending parish Senior
Center activities in Kansas City, Missouri.
Saints Teresa & Bridget Church, $8,000
Support for the parish’s youth ministry in North St. Louis.
Whole Health Outreach, $9,900
Support for the Healthwise for Life Senior Program in South
Central Missouri counties.
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 Chapter of Mission
by Jenny Beatrice, director of communications
The Chapter of Mission was held at Carondelet on April
12-14. The focus was on reclaiming our mission statement
in light of the current realities of our neighborhoods, our
nation and our Earth.
Communal Discernment
Our 2018-2019 chapter sessions are structured around
communal discernment. Designed to call us to listen to the
Spirit and to one another, we are gathering the wisdom of
the chapter body for the good of the whole. The process is
grounded in contemplative conversations that call for deep
listening and letting go of preconceived ideas and prejudices.
Associate Christine Holladay says of the experience, “There’s
very few opportunities these days to have our voices truly
heard and to also work toward consensus in a respectful
dialogue.”
Participants reflected and responded to questions at their
tables, then the “tables turned” and individuals brought the
collective wisdom of their original table to another table.
“Part of the experience is an incredible amount of listening
we are doing for each other, and when we go to put together
our consensus statement from each table it seems to work so
much better,” says Sister Mary Kay Hadican.
The process allowed room for each person’s insights to be
heard and for God’s desire to emerge.
“I felt very unthreatened in sharing … I know I was listened
to, and I thought sisters at the table were most welcoming,”
says Sister Barbara Volk.
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Contemplative Conversations
The first contemplative conversation focused on our mission
stories. Participants shared their personal experiences of
what drew them to the CSJ mission. Prayer and presence
was the topic for Conversation Two as participants
expressed their commitment to the power of prayer as a
force to influence the world. Conversation Three revolved
around right relationships, inviting participants to consider
ways we are being called to more authentic relationships
among ourselves, associates, agregees, partners in mission
and all creation.
Conversation on Day Two was focused on living the mission,
asking, “How do we address—both communally and
systemically—the values that we hold as a province?”
Sister Linda Markway says, “It’s interesting how many of us
are on the same page in many areas and where we want to
see ourselves go in light of the mission for the future.”
“In this process I felt heard,” says Sister Carol Gerondale. “I
was encouraged to share, and I actually saw that what I said
influenced and changed our mission.”
Province Directional Statements
The fruit of the four contemplative conversations was the
plethora of responses that represented the voices of the
individual participants as well as the collective wisdom of the
chapter. Synthesizers Sisters Donna Gunn and Marie Joan
Harris used this rich body of material to craft the Province
Directional Statements that articulate how we will live out
our commitment to mission. With feedback and affirmation
from the chapter body, the synthesizers crafted the final
version of the Directional Statements (p. 7).

Province Directional Statements
We, Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet and
Associates of the St. Louis Province, are committed
to love of God, neighbor, self and all of creation.
We are passionate about Gospel values and the
risk-taking that implies. We are united in hope-
filled prayer and intentional non-violent presence
wherever we are. We inspire one another by
sharing our stories and stories of those we support
who serve the marginalized. We are women and
men who practice contemplative prayer which
empowers us to send loving energy into the
universe.
Compelled by the Spirit, we commit to:
• Nurture right relationships, advocating diversity
and inclusion through active listening and
respectful dialogue with all, including those with
whom we disagree.
• Stay informed in order to influence in public and
prophetic ways the critical issues of the day with
an emphasis on systemic change and support of
grassroots movements and local initiatives helping
new systems evolve which support dignity, equity
and justice.
• Explore and engage in evolving ways of living
the mission, willing to learn new skills that better
prepare us to address issues and build community
in these turbulent and polarized times.
• Address boldly the violence of our time by
selecting a province focus supported by province
funding, other resources, education and
accountability.
• Collaborate with other value-based organizations
and network within our congregation, the CSSJ
Federation and with religious congregations
worldwide to bring about change.
Voting Results
Leadership Model: Affirmed
The following leadership model was affirmed:
• A team of three province leaders
• Two part-time councilors
• A four-year renewable term
• Province director to be chosen by province chapter of
election members
Committee Leadership Eligibility: Affirmed
Sisters on the Selections or Chapter Planning Committees
will be eligible for leadership. This will take effect with the
next chapter cycle.
Chapter of Affairs | July 26-28, 2018
Communal discernment will continue into the Chapter
of Affairs in July. The Chapter of Affairs specifically deals
with those areas of vowed life that demand our attention.
Through the shared wisdom of our members, we look at
our current realities and discover creative ways to address
the issues that we struggle with and the issues that hold us
together.
It is through deep and honest conversations that we come
to new understanding and new approaches to how we are
together. Addressing these topics require not only our
energy but also our belief that we have a future.
“The Chapter Planning Committee engaged in
contemplative dialogue to sift through the powerful
responses generated from the sectionals about our life
together,” says committee member Sister Patty Johnson.
"We believe that we have distilled questions for communal
discernment that will help us know God’s will for our ways
of living this life together.”
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 Province Chapter
Really?: My Chapter of Mission Experience
by Associate Clara Uhlrich
I came to the Province Chapter of Mission because I was
invited. I came open to learn anything that might help
address associate concerns: the increasing number and
diversity, different regional practices and experiences,
guidelines and documents that once provided direction
but are now unclear. Associates are exploring more deeply
the call to association, expectations and gifts and future
sustainability.
Really? Will my participation in this event make any difference?
As a participant in the Chapter of Mission, I joined with
others to address our common mission with the Sisters of
St. Joseph by exploring the living of the mission in prayer
and presence, in right relationship and in service to the
world.
Really? Are you serious? That is a tall order for a two-day event
with no debate, no open mic, no hidden agendas, no lobbying, no
arguing, or agreeing to disagree!
As a participant, I was invited to show up after a period of
silence, to trust my table companions, and listen deeply for
mutuality, continued conversation and solidarity—moving
from “I” to “we” through communal discernment.
Really? Were we being asked to practice what we preach—to
be who we say we are, The Congregation of the Great Love of
God, and to do the work of loving unity? We were somewhat
disoriented and yet charged to be equally present. (No silent
partners or disappearing at this point! Yikes!)
Slowly, we engaged at our table with honesty, respect and
openness, allowing a deep interconnectedness to guide us.
We were empowered by our charism and relieved to fashion
a statement that reflected our unity and diversity.
Really? There were 17 other tables here making their own
statements! This was an accident waiting to happen. I
questioned if the other shoe would fall. Where is this going?
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Each member of our initial table took our group’s consensus
statement and moved to a different table. I was empowered
by and accountable to the members of my initial table when
I shared our consensus statement. Our new group’s job was
to share, listen, discern and affirm what we were hearing at
our “consensus table.”
Really? I was surprised at the similarities in our statements
and how the work of “going deeper” got done. I observed more
personal storytelling. More doubts and fears were voiced,
honored and released after being heard by members of the table,
and sometimes voiced concerns resonated with others in the
group and impacted the group discernment.
We repeated the process three times and three times the
designated “writers”—Sisters Marie Joan Harris and Donna
Gunn—took the fruits of the consensus tables and produced
a statement that combined the work of the individual tables.
Oh my! When those gathered read the combined statement, our
table quickly exclaimed it could have been ours! I heard the same
thing being said at the adjacent tables. I was even more amazed
to see a statement that expressed me—my desire, my associate
commitment and my hope for the future. It could have been
mine. Wow!
The chapter experience informed me of ways to address
associate growing pains. I learned that staying in
conversation takes courage and commitment; we change or
are changed by deep listening; deep listening can become
appreciative inquiry when experiencing conflict or the need
to go deeper; when enough people see things differently,
there is a shift to a shared collective sense where we all
belong; having a deeper conversation is a powerful way to
build community; and to listen deeply, we need to be quiet
and attentive enough for our charism to be fully expressed.
I, again, thank those who were at my tables. You know who
you are!
 Carondelet Chronicles
A Mission of Welcoming
Motherhouse community launches house mission statement
by Jenny Beatrice, director of communications
When I began working for the Sisters of St. Joseph, I was
intimated by the majesty of the motherhouse. I thought
I would need to take a daily dip in the holy water to be
made worthy enough to head to my office. But instead,
what I found within its walls was truly holy—a
community of sisters and staff members who
welcomed me in and made me feel right
at home.
I experienced the CSJ charism of
hospitality, one that is expressed daily
by the sisters and staffers who extend a
warm welcome to all who come to the
motherhouse, our historic and spiritual
home.
This mission of welcoming has been
articulated into a new motherhouse mission statement,
designed to engage and inspire the motherhouse community
to be a living witness to the charism. Grounded in the
province’s mission statement to “form loving relationships,”
the motherhouse mission statement expresses how the
sisters and staff live out the love of God and neighbor in
their unique roles. The mission statement reads:
The mission of the motherhouse community is to develop
welcoming relationships by respecting and serving all Sisters of
St. Joseph, employees and guests.
The creation of the statement was staff driven and directed
by the Staff Spirituality Committee whose members are:
Sister Jane Behlmann, Sister Kate Filla, Sister Betty Leiwe,
Associate Peggy Maguire, Province Executive Assistant
Marie McGeehan, Sister Linda Straub, Sister Pat Quinn,
Motherhouse Administrator Joe Wingbermuehle and
myself.
Sister Kate says, “It was a collaborative process. I believe
everyone had the opportunity to speak and their input was
respected.”
A workshop was held in which sisters and staff shared
personal stories about their experiences at the motherhouse
when their service had a positive effect on others.
Then they identified key elements of the experiences
that were ultimately synthesized by the committee
into the crafting of the final statement.
Motherhouse resident Sister Rita
Huebner says, “The process was true
to who we are and what came out was
reflective of that.”
The statement was launched at a
special prayer service and luncheon
on May 1, the Feast of St. Joseph the
Worker.
“I loved the process, getting everyone
together and getting input from everyone,” says
Associate Denise Raggio, hospitality coordinator. “It
captures the spirit of the motherhouse.”
Not meant to gather dust on a shelf, the statement is
intended to be a daily reminder of how we make a difference
to the dear neighbor and to one another. Ongoing formation
activities will be planned for sisters and staff to keep the
statement in the forefront.
The statement is a reflection of the spirit that is embodied
by the motherhouse community and putting it into
words enables us to name our call to "develop welcoming
relationships" that are so needed in today’s divisive world.
“As an immigrant, the statement is really important to me,”
says Vladimir Ovcharov, motherhouse painter. “The way
people around me are so kind, every day I’m learning from
all of you.”
We hope that when you are at the motherhouse, you
experience our warm welcome and are inspired to share it
with all whom you encounter as well.
"The mission belongs to everybody,” says Associate Director
Kay Komotos.
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 Association
Associate Volunteer Spotlight
Jody Hueschen
by Associate Kay Komotos
In the PNN, we feature interviews with CSJ associates
from various regions concerning their ministries.
The following interview is with Jody Hueschen,
CSJA, of Kansas City, Missouri, who made her initial
commitment in 2006, and her ongoing commitment in
2009. She is a member of the Holy Family Community.
What are your past and present ministries?
My life has been dedicated to the health care industry
as a nurse, administrator, and health care and wellness
consultant. Practicing and teaching the modality of Healing
Touch (HT) is a wellness exercise I provide for our health
care institutions, communities and individuals. Healing
Touch is “a relaxing, nurturing, heart-centered energy
therapy that uses gentle, intentional touch that assists in
balancing physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-
being (healingbeyondborders.org).” It has helped me to
improve my personal health so much so that I am greatly
committed to bringing this opportunity to others.
What services do you provide?
I have several Healing Touch clients and I teach HT courses.
I organize and lead activities for the local Healing Touch of
Kansas City community. And I volunteer my HT services
requested for community events.
How did this ministry start for you?
I experienced HT by first receiving it and realizing how
much better I began to feel. I then took my first class and
was hooked, especially when I learned that I could work on
myself. The more I experienced HT, the better I became at
managing my health and making better choices in nutrition,
exercise and stress management. My sleep improved as well.
The reward that comes with HT is the ability to experience
more joy, health and love in the world.
How has this ministry moved or enlightened you?
I have been moved by the benefits of HT that I have
witnessed in others at all points of life—from inception
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through death—as well as personal feelings. I used HT
with my brother who was dying. Before he passed, he told
me how much HT helped him. His death was extremely
peaceful in so many ways. He came back fully into the
church and was prepared to meet Christ when he left this
world.
What challenges have you faced?
There are not enough people with the knowledge of this
work to do it for themselves and others. There is also the
lack of understanding what a difference this can make in
one’s life.
In what ways can people help in this ministry?
Take some HT classes so you can support volunteer events
to provide HT to others in need and for yourself. You
learn so much just by taking one class. The topics include
techniques that support physical, mental, emotional and/
or spiritual healing; healing presence: how to become
grounded, present and heart-centered; and techniques that
support care of individuals from birth to death and self-care.
Each course assists the individual in developing at a deeper
dimension. If you take five courses, you are prepared to apply
for professional certification.
Where can I learn more about Healing Touch?
Visit www.healingbeyondborders.org. This website offers
research and information on available classes, certified
practitioners and instructors throughout the world.
How does this ministry reflect our charism of loving
unity?
Healing Touch is heart-centered work done for the “highest
good” of the individuals we touch without expectations.
For more information about Jody’s ministry, please feel
free to contact her at jhueschen@aol.com.
A. Kathy Saari S. Judy Miller and
Ginny Laukka
Wisconsin Community Volunteers
in Okolona, Mississippi
by Associate Kathy Saari
This spring, sisters and associates from the Wisconsin
Community of St. Joseph traveled to Okolona, Mississippi,
to deliver household goods, linens and other items collected
by all of our groups in Green Bay and Oshkosh to Excel
Commons Community Center. Members of the Wisconsin
community that participated were Sisters Judy Miller and
Shawn Madigan, Associates Chuck Pankratz, Alexandra
Guliano and Kathy Saari, soon-to-be associate Ginny
Laukka, and Kathy’s daughter, Megan Saari. This year’s trip
took place a couple of weeks earlier than last year, so we were
able to celebrate Palm Sunday and Holy Week there.
We spent a week filled with work, learning, fellowship and
community. We had a variety of jobs to do based on our
“talents” and interests: staining and sealing a deck, unpacking
the donated items brought with us, reupholstering two
chairs, washing chairs in anticipation of the Holy Thursday
service, reroofing a shed, painting, landscaping and clearing
brush, picking up local donations, and cleaning out and
organizing the kitchen at the volunteer lodging. Megan, a
high school math teacher, had the opportunity to help with
the afterschool program as well, working with elementary
through high school students.
A. Chuck Pankratz S. Shawn Madigan
As always, the days were filled with work, conversation, great
food at Mugs on Main, and a lot of laughs. Sister Nancy
Schreck gave the new volunteers her wonderful history and
a tour of Okolona. It was a privilege to join the congregation
for Palm Sunday and the Holy Week services. Most notably,
the group consensus was that the Holy Thursday service—
celebrated with Excel volunteers, Okolona citizens and other
folks—was the highlight of the week. Following the service,
we were part of the community potluck dinner. We were
honored to join this group to get to know each other and eat
delicious food. Truly, Excel Commons is a place where “all
are welcome,” and it is a community that truly cares for all.
But most of all, we appreciated the opportunity to meet
and work with Sisters Liz Brown, Nancy and Jean Meyer,
the many wonderful citizens of Okolona, and the many
volunteers and employees of Excel Commons. We are
grateful for their hospitality (and showing us where to get
those delicious sweet potatoes and a wonderful catfish
dinner).
For more information on the wonderful programs at Excel
Commons, go to excelcommons.com.
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 INITIAL & ONGOING
COMMITMENTS
Avila University │ Kansas City, Missouri │ May 2, 2018

Faculty/Staff Initial Commitment

Renèe Miller, Angie Heer, Regan Baker,
Dominick Scalise, Ph.D. and Sue Ellen
McCalley, Ph.D.

Graduating 1650 Students

Hannah Pingleton, Becky Kitchen,
Mia Rosinski and Casey Gordon

Faculty/Staff Ongoing Commitment

S. Ruth Stuckel, co-director of Avila Associate
Formation, Lynn Fearis, Paige Illum, and
Nicole Nichol, co-director of Avila Associate
Formation

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 CSJ News
Report from Midwest Coalition for
Responsible Investment
A majority of Ameren shareholders
support request for report on coal ash
contamination proposal
by Sister Barbara Jennings, MCRI coordinator
A shareholder resolution filed at Ameren by
corporate responsibility group Midwest Coalition
for Responsible Investment (MCRI) recently won
53 percent of the shareholder vote. The resolution
highlights the need for Ameren to address risks
associated with coal combustion residuals. In recent
years, this resolution has gained ever-increasing
shareholder concern, with this year earning the first
clear majority of 53 percent.
“States all over are facing this new risk of closing
coal ash ponds,” says Sister Barbara Jennings. “It
is imperative that we don’t have ponds or landfills
next to rivers where leaks can occur for years to
come. Arsenic, mercury and boron at high levels are
not good for the environment or for people. Other
utilities across Missouri, both large and small, are
digging up their ash and moving it to less risky, lined
landfills. Other utilities across the United States have
recently received adverse publicity because of their
lack of responsible closure plans.”
“This momentous majority vote demonstrates
investors’ significant concerns regarding Ameren’s
coal-related water and public health risks,” said Lila
Holzman, energy program manager at Oakland-
based As You Sow. “As the power sector continues to
move away from coal entirely, companies like Ameren
must still be held accountable for the impacts of their
coal operations.”
MCRI, a faith-based group, consists of the School
Sisters of Notre Dame, Sisters of St. Joseph of
Carondelet, Daughters of Charity, Mercy Investment
Services, As You Sow and others. To learn more, visit
www.midwestmcri.org or contact S. Barbara at 314-
678-0471 or midwest.coalition@yahoo.com.
Cindy Woods
Sister Barbara Moore Receives
Honorary Doctorate
Sister Barbara Moore was awarded an honorary
doctorate from Aquinas Institute of Theology during its
commencement ceremony on May 11 at St. Francis Xavier
College Church on the campus of St. Louis University.
Sister Rosemary Flanigan
Receives Award
On April 18, Sister Rosemary Flanigan received the "Vision
to Action" award from the Center for Practical Bioethics.
Since 1993 the center has given this award to 46 individuals
for significant contributions to its mission which is, "To raise
and respond to ethical issues in health and healthcare."
US Federation Welcomes
New Assistant Director
D a n ie ls
On May 1, Kristen Whitney Daniels
began her duties as the new assistant
director of the U.S. Federation of the
ey
Sisters of St. Joseph. Kristen brings
it n
h
valuable experience to this position. n W
Krist e
Following a year-long internship at the
National Catholic Reporter (NCR), she has done freelance
work for NCR, the Global Sisters Report and several other
publications.
She knows and lives the charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph,
which she was exposed to during her sojourn with the St.
Joseph Worker (SJW) program in Los Angeles. Following
her year of service working in a food pantry for low-
income individuals and doing case management for seniors
experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles, she served as a
case manager for three years at the agency she worked at as a
St. Joseph Worker.
“Kristen brings the communications background that we
need at this critical time of expansion of our membership,"
says S. Patty Johnson, executive director of the U.S.
Federation. "Having been affiliated with the Sisters
of St. Joseph through SJW means that she has a deep
understanding of the values that are important to our
members."
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 60th Jubilee

On May 5, family, friends and members

of the CSJ community gathered in Holy
Family Chapel for a special evening prayer to
celeberate the 2018 60th jubilarians. Pictured
above: (front) Sisters Mary Carol Anth,
Shawn Madigan, Helen Ryan, Maryellen
Tierney, Joan Filla and Linda Taylor
(St. Paul). (Middle) Sisters Rose Marie
McKenna, Carolyn Hupperts, Mary Kay
Kottenstette and Mary Lillian Baumann.
(Back) Sisters Mary Catherine O'Gorman,
Ann Pace, Jeanne Urschel, Rita McCormick
and Carol Brouillette.

For more on the 2017 jubilarians and to

make a donation in honor of a sister,
visit csjsl.org. Share your memories of
the jubilarians on our Facebook page at
Sister Mary Kay Kottenstette Sister Jeanne Urschel facebook.com/csjsl.

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Top: 60th jubilarians. Left: Srs. Mary Catherine O'Gorman
and Mary Carol Anth. Right: S. Betty Leiwe, Carla Jones
and A. Christine Halladay. Bottom: Srs. Maryellen Tierney
and Shawn Madigan.

May/June 2018 PNN Page 15

2018 Jubilee
Honorary Contributions
The names listed are those who made contributions in honor of the 2018 jubilarians.
A. Mary Ellen Albers Srs. Rosemary Flanigan & Paddy Lorenz A. Karen Monroe
S. Phyllis Bardenheier S. Joy Gilder S. Barbara Ann Moore
S. Michael Therese Bauer Dr. & Mrs. Dennis C. Golden Associates John and Sylvia Morton
Associates Don and Mary Etta Benson A. Allen Grieve A. Joann Rich
Tim Blattner & A. Nancy Blattner A. Carolyn Henry A. Helen Rush
A. Bonnie Lee Boswell A. Patricia Hicks Associates Gene and Kathleen Schwarting
Associates Philip E. & Cathie Braasch S. Roberta Houlihan S. Jean Paul Selissen
A. Diane Calcaterra Associates Patrick & A. Loretta Jendraszak A. Deborah Skyles
David E. Cassens & A. Patricia Cassens S. Jean Junak A. Janet M. Sullivan
Cliffird-Poole-Dorsey Families John Komotos & A. Kay Komotos A. Cathleen Taylor-Osborne
A. Santa M. Cuddihee A. Marilyn F. Koncen A. Patricia C. Tessler
S. Mary Charity Dalton S. Ann Landers A. Nancy Thompson
S. Jean Katherine deBlois A. Donna K. Lane S. Joan Elizabeth Tolle
A. Dr. Patricia L. Demuth A. Margaret Larson S. Jeanne Urschel
A. Mary Lee Doyen A. Mary M. Maguire Donald Valli and A. Pat Valli
A. Dr. Ellen M. Dukes A. Ellen M. McCoy A. Isabelle C. Wiske
A. Suzanne E. Faletti Medaille II Associate Group
A. Mary Kay Farrow Ayres A. Patricia Ann McGovern Hill

Thank You
From S. Carol Brouillette: I want to thank the sisters and
associates who came to our jubilee celebration. Your presence,
cards, and thoughtful gifts/donations enhanced our awareness
of how special a jubilee is. And a public thanks to the
Communications staff: Jenny, Sarah and Madeleine for patience
and help with the printing of the program; and to Jeff Minor for
his one-person camera skills enabling us to share it even longer
than the hour in chapel. S. Betty Leiwe and Joe Wingbermuehle
were gracious in smoothing the path for details; generous
supporters contributed for the causes we all embrace. May the
Spirit's blessing be with each of you!
From S. Joan Filla: Thank you for your presence, presents, prayers,
cards, and donations that contributed to my joyful 60th jubilee
celebration.
From S. Carolyn Hupperts: Thanks to all who sent prayers, cards
and donations for my 60th jubilee. You have warmed my heart.
From S. Anna Bridget Kearns: Thank you for helping make my
70th jubilee so special—your prayers, presence/presents, and love
and support over these many years. I will be eternally grateful!
Once again, the staff at Carondelet outdid themselves.
From S. Mary Kay Kottenstette: How blessed I am to be part of
this great CSJ community. My time in St. Louis, at Carondelet and
with my sister jubilarians was wonderful. Thank you for your cards
and greetings. It's overwhelming.
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From S. Rita McCormick: Thank you for the beautiful jubilee
cards that I received and for such gifted words of appreciation,
which touched my heart. Over the years I have grown. I credit
much of my learning and movement forward to your example
and support. Now I look for future growth with the CSJ
community. Therefore, I am honored to find that my name was
included in donations given to support the continuation of far-
reaching organizations. You are in my prayers and have deepened
my joy and love for celebrating 60 years as a CSJ member.
From S. Mary Catherine O'Gorman: Thank you for your lovely
cards, masses, enrollments and donations at the time of my jubilee.
Your thoughtfulness is truly appreciated.
From S. Ann Pace: Thank you for your expressions of gratitude
for my 60 years in community. It's a long time, but I've enjoyed the
experience and having all of you as my sisters during all these years.
From S. Maryellen Tierney: I wish to thank those of you
who added to the joy of my 60th jubilee by your cards and
congratulatory messages. If you were able to join us for our
celebration either in person or by viewing the video, your presence
was a gift to us and another example of the “gentleness, peace and
joy” we all profess.
From S. Helen Ryan: I want to extend my sincere appreciation for
all the gifts, good wishes, presence at the jubilee celebration. Your
thoughtfulness contributed to the joy and happiness of being a
member of the CSJ community for these 60 years! Let us pray for
each other!
 Care for Creation
Environmental Resources We Can Access and Trust
by Associate Gen Eiler
Since I began taking steps to learn more and do more about
protecting the environment, my passion for it has only
increased. The more passion I feel to educate others and
connect them to resources that make that possible, the more
excited I get.
I find it very fulfilling to be participating in the larger
community of protectors of the environment. Here are some
of the resources I am eager to share with you.
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) is a non-
profit dedicated to protecting human health and the
environment. Through research and education, EWG is
empowering consumers to make more informed decisions
about the products they buy and the companies they
support. Consumer pressure works. Some companies are
giving up potentially dangerous chemical ingredients in their
products and improving their practices.
The EWG website—ewg.org—addresses issues related to
cosmetics, food, water, energy and more. Ratings for more
than 120,000 food and personal care products are at your
fingertips by downloading their app at ewg.org/apps. Scan a
product, review its rating and pick the better choice.
Safer Choice is the Environmental Protection Agency’s
(EPA) label for safer chemical-based products. Every
chemical in a Safer Choice-labeled product is evaluated
through the EPA’s rigorous scientific process. Only the safest
ingredients are allowed. Visit their website FAQs page for
an all-encompassing coverage of environmental topics: www.
epa.gov/saferchoice/frequently-asked-questions-safer-
choice.
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW): The EPA
considers some leftover household products that can
catch fire, react, or explode under certain circumstances,
or that are corrosive or toxic as household hazardous
waste. Products such as paints, cleaners, oils, batteries, and
pesticides can contain hazardous ingredients. Improper
disposal of HHW can include pouring them down the
drain, on the ground, into storm
sewers, or, in some cases,
putting them out with the
regular trash.
E il e r
Certain types of HHW have
the potential to cause physical
en
injury to sanitation workers
G
or contaminate wastewater
a te
treatment systems if poured down c i
A sso
drains or toilets. Check to learn of a facility
in your area that accepts HHW at epa.gov/hw/household-
hazardous-waste-hhw.
Melaleuca: The Wellness Company provides safe, effective
products with no chlorine bleach, ammonia or toxic
chemicals. Their cleaning and laundry products combine
leading-edge technology and plant-derived, biodegradable
ingredients. For access to their products, call 1-800-522-
3172 to find someone in your area. My sister, S. Kathy Eiler
and I are very pleased with the Melaleuca products we use
faithfully. Learn more at melaleuca.com.
Nano Towels use a revolutionary new fabric technology
that cleans virtually anything with only water. They replace
expensive paper towels and toxic cleaners. Each towel lasts
for 300-400 uses. Those who suffer chemical cleaning-
related sensitivities like skin problems and/or respiratory
issues will benefit from the switch to the Nano towel’s
non-chemical alternative product. Nano towels and other
cleaning items made with the same fabric technology are
available at amazon.com.
Seventh Generation has been creating powerful plant-
based solutions for home and family for 28 years. Their
products contain no synthetic fragrances, dyes, phosphates
or triclosan. They are available in some grocery stores.
Learn more about how Gen helps to protect the
environment through recycling in the spring issue of
our Connections magazine at csjsl.org.
May/June 2018 PNN Page 17
 Archives

Meeting Our Ancestors

Profile of an early sister who died in the month of May
by Sister Jane Behlmann, archivist
Sister Margaret Eugenia Schweers was a native of Augusta, Sister Margaret Eugenia went back to Georgia in 1949 to
Georgia, and the twin sister of Sister Mary Bernard care for and teach the boys at St. Joseph Home in Washington,
Schweers, who affectionately referred to her as "Liz." Georgia. She also taught at Sacred Heart in Savannah, St.
Francis Xavier
Sister Margaret Eugenia was a public school teacher in Brunswick
at Lawton B. Evans School in Augusta for many years and St. Mary
before she became a member of our congregation. She had on the Hill in
remained at home, allowing Sister Mary Bernard and then Augusta before
her younger sister, Sister Rose Margaret, to enter, while retiring to
she cared for her parents and a niece whose mother was Nazareth. She
chronically ill. graduated from
the Augusta
Immediately after her novitiate, Sister taught in the upper Training School
grades of our parochial schools, as well as at the orphanage for Teachers in
in Washington, Georgia. Augusta and
received her
When Sister Mary Bernard became critically ill and was bachelor's in
taken by plane to Nazareth, Sister Margaret Eugenia education and
accompanied her. Failing ill health herself some months history from
later, she, too, became a patient at Nazareth. She died there Fontbonne
May 21, 1976, and was buried in the convent cemetery. College in
1949.
Up until a year before her own death, Sister Mary Bernard
walked to the cemetery every day to "visit with Liz." Later,
confined to a wheelchair, she found this daily visit an
impossibility, but love found a way. Each day, Sister Mary
Bernard would sit by a refectory window that gave a view of
the cemetery, and there she "visited with Liz."

Today, the twins share the same grave in Nazareth cemetery.

[Moved to Resurrection Cemetery in 2009]

[From the Necrology Report]

Sister Margaret Eugenia (Margaret Elizabeth) was born on

TOP: Twin sisters Margaret
October 18, 1901, in Augusta, Georgia, to Mary Margaret Elizabeth and Catherine
O’Connor and John Bernard Schweers. While her twin Eugenia Schweers in 1924.
sister, Sister Mary Bernard, entered in 1926 in Augusta, ABOVE: Sister Mary Bernard
Georgia, Sister Margaret Eugenia did not enter until 1946 at and Sister Margaret Eugenia
Carondelet. (The twins’ younger sister, Sister Rose Margaret, in the 1970s. LEFT: Sister Rose
entered in Augusta in 1939.) Margaret Schweers,
younger sister to the twins.

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 The Hand of God Shall Hold You
Louise Juanita McRoberts, CSJA
Devoted woman of faith always helping others
Louise Juanita McRoberts was born to Joseph “Bubby”
Venuto and Ester Octavia Venuto on August 30, 1924, in
St. Louis, Missouri. She attended Patrick Henry and St.
Nicholas elementary schools and graduated from Vashon
High School. After high school, she married William
McRoberts and had four children: William Maurice,
Virginia Ann, Dana Lloyd and Laura Arleen McRoberts.
Louise was from a family of eight children. She loved her
family and her children, 12 grandchildren, nine great-
grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.
Louise worked for St. Luke’s Hospital for 35 years as
the supervisor of Central Supply. She was a long-time
parishioner at St. Bridget of Erin and St. Augustine Catholic
churches. After retiring, she was a long-time volunteer at the
parish clinic at St. Augustine Catholic Church.
Associate June Forrest knew Louise since 1992 when
five Catholic churches in the North Deanery merged and
became St. Augustine Catholic Church. Louise’s favorite
expression was “git wit it” and she did “git wit it” to any task
given to her. She would do her best to complete the job.
Louise’s work experience at St. Luke’s Hospital prepared her
in her volunteer work as a receptionist and “girl Friday” at
BREM, Social Ministry Outreach serving the community’s
health needs. Medical students from St. Louis University
School of Medicine served under Louise’s supervision.
She helped new students not familiar with this working
August 30, 1924 - March 12, 2018
environment. Services such as health exams were provided
on Saturday mornings for school children as well as services
for women and families.
Louise was outspoken on social justice issues. She believed
in equal justice for all people and would speak up for those
treated unjustly.
June remembers when Louise bought her new car—a purple
PT Cruiser. She talked about her “dream car” for days! She
became ill and could not drive. When she recovered from her
illness, she took driving lessons from AARP and could drive
her car again.
Louise was particularly fond of being a part of the Sisters of
St. Joseph of Carondelet. She was a CSJ associate since 1998
and actively participated in the St. Augustine associate group
and in activities at the motherhouse. Being an associate was
a part of her life.
Associate Arlene McDaniel describes Louise as a woman
who had strong faith in God and was honored as a “mother
of the church” at St. Augustine. She was a devoted Catholic,
a choir member and a dedicated church worker who was
always willing to help others.
Written by S. Janet Kuciejczyk with contributions from
Associates June Forrest and Arlene McDaniel and the
McRoberts Family
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 Sponsored Institutions
LEFT: Fontbonne's "Rocking with the Sisters" featuring Sisters Marianne Keena and Pat Quinn. RIGHT: St. Joseph's
Academy students present the CSJ jubilarians with hydrangeas.
Heritage Week Celebrated at CSJ Institutions
by Sister Maryellen Tierney
The weeks of March 12 and 19 were CSJ Heritage Weeks at
both CSJ-sponsored St. Joseph's Academy and Fontbonne
University. The staff at both of these institutions went out of
their way to celebrate the presence of the Sisters of
St. Joseph and the contributions our sisters have made
not only in founding these educational institutions but in
keeping the mission and the spirit of the CSJs alive.
S. Linda Markway, Fontbonne’s director of mission
stewardship, planned several events the week of March
12 to which the Sisters of St. Joseph and associates were
invited. Once again, there was an opportunity for students,
faculty and staff to interact with the CSJs who took part in
“Rocking with the Sisters.” S. Roseanne Cook was the guest
speaker at “Our Sisters, Our Heritage." Dr. Brian Matz, CSJ
chair for theological thought, spoke about S. Agnes Gonzaga
Ryan while Archivist Catherine Lucy spoke about S. Mary
Agnes Rossiter—both sisters having been integral to the
founding of Fontbonne. One of the special events was Mass
at which S. Suzanne Giblin gave the reflection.
Anna Hotop, St. Joseph's Academy’s campus minister, and
her student assistants planned events throughout the week
of March 19 to include as many Sisters of St. Joseph and
associates as possible. At the beginning of Mass on Monday,
one of the students read a quote from Maya Angelou, “We
are who we are because they were who they were.”
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This was a reference to the many Sisters of St. Joseph who
served as teachers and/or administrators since the founding
of the school.
After the homily, the sisters and associates turned to face
the students and renew their vows/commitment and sang
Sancte Joseph. Those who were invited to assist at the Mass
were S. Janet Kuciejczyk, second reader; S. Pat Dunphy and
Associate Santa Cudihee, petitions; and Srs. Linda Straub
and Maryellen Tierney, presentation of the gifts.
Following Mass, there was a student-produced video
featuring Srs. Linda Markway, Lisa Lazio, Linda Straub and
Maryellen Tierney. The purpose of the video was for the
sisters to tell the students their connection to St. Joseph's
Academy and why they became a Sister of St. Joseph. Three
60-year jubilarians, Srs. Mary Carol Anth, Helen Ryan and
Maryellen were presented with beautiful hydrangea plants.
A reception attended by sisters, associates, faculty and staff
followed the Mass.
On March 23, the sisters were invited to the Academy
for coffee and donuts. This was another opportunity for
the sisters to interact with the administration, faculty and
staff, and to thank them for all that they continue to do
throughout the year to keep the CSJ spirit alive at
St. Joseph's Academy.
St. Teresa's Academy Hosts Students from Le Puy, France
by Barb McCormick, STA academic principal

St. Teresa’s Academy (STA) hosted their “sisters” from St.

Joseph School (SJS) in Le Puy-en-Velay, France from April
22 to May 3. The two schools entered into a sisters-exchange
program involving students from both institutions learning
more about their founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph and the
Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. The Academy visited
St. Joseph School in June 2017 and is now reciprocating
the gesture by hosting the French students in the homes of
several STA families.

Bringing together these two sponsored institutions is vital to

continuing the legacy of the Sisters of St. Joseph, especially
as lay persons follow in the footsteps of those before them.
Knowing the founders and the history surrounding them St. Teresa's
both as adults and students of sponsored institutions will Academy hosted
keep the charism of the sisters alive for years to come. their "sisters"
from St. Joseph
Martine Wendzinski, SJS chaperone and French teacher, has School in Le
coordinated visits with students to many of the Sisters of Puy-en-Velay,
France who met
St. Joseph schools. St. Teresa’s Academy thanks Sister Ann
Avila University
Landers and Sister Joan Tolle for providing Martine a home President Ron
during her stay. This experience for both our communities Slepitza, CSJA
is just the beginning of a partnership to expand relations while touring
globally, connecting institutions sponsored by the Sisters of the university
St. Joseph. campus (above)
and visited Sister
Rose McLarney
Students were welcomed by their STA host families on at Journey House
April 22 at the Kansas City International airport. The girls (left).
attended classes with their host and were provided special
schedules to explore electives such as yoga, dance, acting,
art, music, app design, and more. The CSJ Campers, STA of service learning activities, starting at Journey House
students who participated in the school's CSJ Leadership with Sister Rose McLarney. She then took the students
Camp, welcomed them with a pizza luncheon on April 23. to Jerusalem Farm where Jordan Schiele, the house leader,
spoke about the four pillars of the organization and showed
Their experiences off campus included a tour of the Nelson them how the pillars are lived.
Art Museum with commentary provided by STA instructor
Mike Egner, a tour of the National World War I Museum On May 2, the students were welcomed with pastries and
with docent and retired teacher Pat Sirridge, and a weekend beverages as part of their last day experience on campus.
spent experiencing the city and surrounding areas with their Then, on May 3, St. Teresa’s students said goodbye to their
host family. sisters from France. All are looking forward to next year
when STA plans to visit Le Puy and continue the formation
On April 30, the French students took in a tour of Avila of young women on the founders of their institutions.
University and learned more about the relationship between
Avila and STA. On May 1, students completed a full day
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 CSJ BOOK CLUB
Stories of the Dear Neighbor
reviewed by Sister Helen Alder
I realized that in the past year or so I have read several
books about other cultures. All of them were very
informative and good reads. Thus, I thought I’d share
them with you. I would be interested in reading other
books about different countries and cultures. Let us
know what you have read.
KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON
The Osage Murders and the
Birth of the FBI
by David Grann
This is a true-life mystery that I had
trouble putting down. Grann has
done outstanding research in order to
write this book. It is about the Osage
Nation who were moved from Kansas
into Indian Territory. In the late 19th
century oil was discovered on the Osage
lands and they became the richest per
capita people in the world. However,
our U.S. government thought they were
incompetent to manage their wealth
so “guardians” (white people) were
appointed to keep track of how the
Osage spent their money. Need I say
more?
THE SAME SKY
by Amanda Eyre Ward
The Same Sky is a novel based on her
interviews of children who migrated
from Central America to the United
States without adults. It is a long,
dangerous journey and yet they come
to flee the horrors of their original
countries. Shouldn’t they find peace and
safety here in the United States?
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BORN A CRIME
Stories from a South African
Childhood
by Trevor Noah
We all have heard about South Africa’s
history, but this book paints a vivid
picture (while being very entertaining)
of life under apartheid. Read this book
to find out why Trevor Noah was “Born
a Crime.”
AMERICANAH
by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Adichie is a woman from Africa who
comes to the United States to go to a
university. Along the way she starts a
blog about being an American African
and not being an African American. This
book really made me think about what
names we call groups of people. She has
written several other books also.
ALL THE REAL INDIANS DIED OFF
And 20 Other Myths About Native
Americans
by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz
This is another book that questions
not only how we label people but how
we are ignorant about other cultures as
well. Each chapter is about stereotyping
Native Americans and can be applied
to many different cultures. Having
lived and worked on the Dine’(Navajo)
Nation, I was aware of some of the
material covered but other information
jolted me into new thoughts and
awareness.
CSJ EVENTS & HAPPENINGS
SAVE THE DATES

GOLDEN JUBILEE
PRAYER AND CELEBRATION

Sunday, Oct. 13 │ 11 a.m.

Holy Family Chapel

TRIVIA NIGHT
August 25
Carondelet Motherhouse

The St. Louis CSJ Associates are planning

For the event schedule, visit csjsl.org and go to "Events."
Registration Fee: $5. To register, email Kay Komotos at
kkomotos@csjsl.org by June 8.
a Trivia Night. We are currently recruiting
volunteers to assist in making this evening a
joyous event. If you have experience with
or are interested in putting together an
evening of fun and community, please let
us know at your earliest convenience.

CARONDELET CONCERT IN The planning committee will have

responsibilities of obtaining snacks and
THE PARK beverages, obtaining gift baskets for
Sunday, June 10 auction, and communicating and
promoting the event.
6-8 p.m.
Carondelet Park The volunteer committee will have
responsibilities of preparing the facility,
coordinating runners for answer sheets,
Miss Jubilee taking reservations and table assignments,
distributing snacks and table literature, and
Hot swing and jazz general cleanup at the close.

If you would like to offer your time and

Sponsored by the Sisters of
St. Joseph of Carondelet
Visit carondeletliving.com for complete summer concert listing.
talent with either the planning or volunteer
committees, or if you have questions,
please contact John Rossmann at
jrossmann@csjsl.org or Kay Komotos at
kkomotos@csjsl.org.

The Animation and Innovation about important aspects of our life

INTRA-CONGREGATIONAL
Committees have collaborated to together now and into the future.
GATHERINGS FOR SISTERS design four large gatherings hosted in
the four province centers to help us If you would like to attend one of the
August 25-27 Sept. 14-16 enter into the meaning of the theme four gatherings, visit the congregational
St. Louis Los Angeles for the 2019 Congregational Chapter: website, csjscarondelet.org, and go to
"Called Together for the LIfe of the the Members Only section and click
Sept. 7-9 Oct. 9-11 World." These gatherings will include on "2019 Chapter information" for more
Albany St. Paul time for prayer, sharing and dialogue information and to register.

LEARN MORE AND VIEW OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS AT CSJSL.ORG.

May/June 2018 PNN Page 23

 LEADERSHIP CALENDAR
JUNE
12-14 Congregational Chapter Planning Mtg. (MF, ML)
14 LCWR Breakfast (ML, LS)
14 SJA Donor Appreciation (LS)
16 Discernment for Leadership (LS)
19-22 Sponsorship, Toronto (MML, RS)
26 SJI Golf Tournament (LS)
26 Nazareth Board Mission/
Quality Improvement Mtg. (ML)
25 & 27 Council/Corporation Mtgs. (All)
26 Board Mission/Quality Improvement Mtg. (ML)
27 Nazareth Board of Trustees Mtg. (ML)
29 Communion Service, Laclede Grove (ML)
JULY
12 LCWR Breakfast (RS, LS)
16-17 Council/Corporation Mtgs. (All)
25 Finance Report (All)
26-28 Province Chapter of Affairs II (All)
AUGUST
1 Dept. Head Mtg. (MML, RS, LS)
7-10 LCWR Assembly RS, LS
20-21 Council/Corporation Mtgs. (All)
21 Nazareth Board Mission/
Quality Improvement Mtg. (ML)
22 NLC Board of Trustees Mtg. (ML)
23 Investment Managers Mtg. (MML, RS)
25-27 Intra-Congregational Mtgs., Carondelet (RS)
SEPTEMBER
8 LCWR Region X Mtg. (LS)
13-14 Council/Corp Mtgs. (All)
15 Associate Potluck Dinner (LS)
17 CSJ Golf Tournament (MML, LS)
20-24 CLG Mtg., St. Paul (MML, RS, LS)
25-27 Benedictine Health Conference (LS)

2018
Carondelet
Magazine
Be on the lookout
for the third
issue of the
congregational
magazine,
which will be
arriving in your
mailbox in
June!

This issue focuses on the social justice work

of our sisters, ACOF and partners in ministry.
You'll also find a fun photo essay with pictures
and thoughts from our candidates/novices'
visit to historic congregational sites last year.

NEXT ISSUE: July/August PNN & Directory Changes

Submission Deadline: July 10 • Publication Date: August 1
For a complete PNN schedule, visit Members Only at www.csjsl.org.

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