The Office of Human Diginity staff received a text from Bruce Carlson, DOJ Misssion Coordinator, Sunday, March 27: We are here! Hostal Sucre! This rainbow greeted us! Let the mission begin! We receiwed word from a missioner just yesterday, Peter Newburn: I'm so glad to be here! . There is something special here. The vibe is … Continue reading Mission: Back in Action
Author: Venus Wozniak
Venus Wozniak is the Director of Mission Formation and Animation. She can also be found at St Dennis pondering God’s Word with children and child-like adults. If you can’t find her there she is most likely nestled in the Nativity House Community playing board games with Justin & Gracie, holding a baby, gardening, or tending to the flock of goats and chickens.
Spotlight Missioner: Ben Ehigie
Ben & some new friends hanging out for a water break in the chapel Missioner: Benjamin I. Ehigie, Benedictine University University Mission: Philippines 2019, 2020 Tell us about what you were doing/who you were when you made the decision to attend your first mission. I was a freshman new track recruit when I made the decision to … Continue reading Spotlight Missioner: Ben Ehigie
Missions 2022 – Begin Again
Resume Mission! It is with joy and privilege that we announce that we are excited that 2022 is the year we resume mission. You can see below the list of missions we have planned for 2022. We invite you to begin again with us! Bolivia Medical - Construction - OutreachMarch 26 - April 9, 2022Donate … Continue reading Missions 2022 – Begin Again
Entering the Paradox
For as long as I can remember, I have been fascinated by the Beatitudes. They always seemed like a riddle that held the secret to life. When I was around eight years old I made a decision. I would write a book about the Beatitudes. The book has yet to come. But, I have since … Continue reading Entering the Paradox
Spotlight Missioner: Jill Crema
Jill & Jolina Missioner: Jill Crema, University of St Francis, Joliet University Mission: Philippines 2020 Tell us about what you were doing/who you were when you made the decision to attend your first mission. I've been on many mission trips across the US throughout high school and college. I had always wanted to experience an … Continue reading Spotlight Missioner: Jill Crema
Missionary Saint: Katharine Drexel
St. Katharine Drexel was the daughter of a high society banker and philanthropist. She was born in Philadelphia, November 26, 1858. Katharine was well educated and was fortunate enough to travel extensively throughout the United States and Europe. Her family never allowed their wealth to take precedence over a life of deep faith. Katharine’s step … Continue reading Missionary Saint: Katharine Drexel
New Year’s Resolutions for a Pandemic Missioner
I don’t know about you, but it’s been 2 years since I have been back to my home away from home in Bacolod, Negros Occidental, The Philippines. This was my first foreign mission and after 4 annual trips over the New Year’s holiday, this 2 year hiatus has left me at a loss. I miss … Continue reading New Year’s Resolutions for a Pandemic Missioner
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