Special Occasions
Prayer for Justice
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Franciscans, Jesuits, Maryknoll – it doesn’t matter. All of us and all of you who share in our spirit are one. Let’s join the Jesuits this Friday, Sept. 25 in this beautiful prayer for justice during this Season of Creation.
The lungs of our world—the Amazon forest, Congo Basin and Asian boreal forests—are literally and figuratively on fire. Their people are crying out for justice. This Friday we will unite as a global Ignatian Family to pray for ecological conversion and action on climate change this Season of Creation. Join us live for the global Ignatian prayer vigil for the Season of Creation at 8 PM ET/ 5 PM PT September 25 in English or Spanish. |
Prayer for the Elections
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God of our nation,
We ask for your guidance as we approach our election season. Send your Spirit of wisdom to enlighten our choices as we select men and women for key government roles. Give us hearts that promote the welfare of every person, regardless of race, religion, or age; make us seekers of the common good and champions of unity and peace. Through our discernment, may we look beyond political loyalties to stand with each person as brother and sister, promoting basic human rights and dignity for all. Help us to seek truth and Christian values in our candidates and in ourselves. May our vote be a testimony to the strength of our faith in Jesus Christ, who chose to identify with all humanity, especially the poor and marginalized. Recreate us, gracious God; may our country humbly assume its leadership role in this world, promoting the values of your kingdom and the reign of justice for all people everywhere, as you intended. Amen. |
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The Season of Creation begins September 1st, the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation. It concludes October 4th, the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of ecology.
The season aligns with the fall harvest season in the northern hemisphere — a time when the state of the Earth may be on the hearts of many people. |
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These are the reflections offered by S. Margie at the Jubilee Liturgy on July 26, 2020.
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S. Alice Retzner’s Funeral Reflections
February 14, 2020
S. Michelle Corliss, OSF
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February 14, 2020
S. Michelle Corliss, OSF
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These are the reflections offered by S. Peg at the Jubilee Liturgy on July 28, 2019.
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This is the Easter letter sent by the General Council of the Sisters of St. Francis to the Sisters and Associates of the Community. It is attached here to bring you greetings as well in this Resurrection time of year. May the celebration remembering his resurrection bring an Easter moment into your life and the lives of your family and friends.
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S. Irvin Marie Kreimer’s Funeral Reflections
September 11, 2018
S. Barbara Leonhard, OSF
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September 11, 2018
S. Barbara Leonhard, OSF
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S. Rosemary Lee’s Funeral Reflection
September 5, 2018
S. Barbara Leonhard, OSF
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September 5, 2018
S. Barbara Leonhard, OSF
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Installation of Leadership Team Homily
July 1, 2018
S. Jean Marie Cleveland, OSF
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July 1, 2018
S. Jean Marie Cleveland, OSF
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S. Susan Marie’s Final Vows Reflection
May 26, 2018
S. Peg Maher, OSF
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May 26, 2018
S. Peg Maher, OSF
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