Containing All Sweetness Within
The peony- an intensely fragrant, rogue-petaled flower that blooms this time of year- starts out as a small, tight bud, encased in a green sheath. Ants come along and find the sweet nectar surrounding it. As they suck up the nectar, they help the bud loosen, open up, and bloom. Though all of the petals[...]
The Beauty of Consecration
A few days ago, we postulants came back from our home visit. It was the last time we were home before our investiture. To prepare for reception of the habit and veil, we had to come back with short hair. Being the only three people with do-able hair in the convent, our styles attract a[...]
Have You Called Your Mother Today?
“Have you called your mother today?” Whenever we are visiting with some of our elderly Sisters, one of them loves to ask us this question. She is referring to Mary and reminding us to call on her and spend time with her every day of our lives. This Sister is a shining example of this.[...]
Christ Is the Chair
Today we celebrate the Feast of the Chair of St. Peter, which commemorates Christ’s choosing Peter to sit in his place as the servant-authority of the whole Church. When I meditate on the feast day and on St. Peter, I am reminded how human Peter was. At some points, he clearly “got it” and would[...]
