by Melissa Borgmann-Kiemde, Visitation Companion “…blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb.”,–Luke 1:42 This Thursday we celebrate the Feast of the Visitation, the story that is our order’s namesake, that anchors our charism and presence in communities all over the world — especially in Read more…
by Melissa Borgmann-Kiemde, Visitation Companion And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in different tongues, as the Spirit enabled them to proclaim. Acts 2:4 As we approach Pentecost Sunday and celebrate the birthday of our Church, let’s keep in prayer the gifts of the Read more…
by Gilbert J. Gustafson, Leadership Development Consultant “ALL THROUGH LOVE, NOTHING THROUGH FORCE.”-St. Francis DeSales On a beautiful May evening we concluded the second year of our course on Salesian Leadership with a group of leaders from the North Side of Minneapolis who are determined to be part of the Read more…
by Sr. Suzanne Homeyer, VHM At the very beginning of the beautiful month of May I received an invitation I couldn’t refuse. A friend invited personal reflections on Mary, the Mother of Jesus, during this traditional month of celebration, reflection and special devotion to her. Being raised in another faith Read more…
by Melissa Borgmann-Kiemde, Visitation Companion “The greatest among you will be the one who serves the rest.” – Matthew 23:11 Monday, April 9, 2012, marked our final gathering for this season of Salesian Spirituality focusing on the Leadership traits exemplified by our co-founders, Sts. Francis de Sales and Jane de Read more…
by Melissa Borgmann-Kiemde, Visitation Companion “How do we cultivate/ create/ call into our lives a community of support for our vocational journeys? What role does church play in this? And what happens if we don’t really like our church?” — “Following the Spirit” Discernment Series participant It was Monday, January Read more…
by Sr. Mary Frances Reis, VHM On Saturday, January 28th, our friend Vicki Bailey hosted the 17th annual Valentine Party! This year had a new twist! Since families have requested more opportunities to enjoy quality time together, we decided to make this a FAMILY FRIENDLY party. Ten of our wonderful Read more…