by Sister Susan Marie | Nov 28, 2014 | MYSTIC OF THE MONTH
In the beginning of this month of November dedicated to the Holy Souls, we shared about Visitation Sister Marie Denise de Martignat who had a great devotion to the souls in purgatory. As we near the end of this month, we highlight some aspects of another...
by Sister Susan Marie | Nov 28, 2014 | Guard of Honor, Saintly Visitandines, Visitation Saints
May the weeks between now and the Nativity be a peaceful journey of faith and humility to prepare us to welcome the God made man! A Blessed Advent to all. Here is Sr Mary of the Sacred Heart’s meditation: Without being a member of the Law Society or a court,...
by Sister Susan Marie | Nov 27, 2014 | Events, Salesian Spirituality, Visitation News, Visitation Outreach, Vocation news, Year of Consecrated Life
Our Visitation Monastery in North Minneapolis recently celebrated 25 years of presence among their Northside neighbors. This video shows the deep mutuality between nuns and neighbors! http://www.startribune.com/video/280321252.html
by Sister Susan Marie | Nov 26, 2014 | Events, Salesian Spirituality, Visitation Outreach
In examining our Visitandine archives, we have discovered some exhortations for the season of Advent, handwritten in a notebook, undated and unsigned. We will post excerpts of them during this holy season of Advent for your reflection. “This time is destined to...
by Sister Susan Marie | Nov 25, 2014 | Events, St. Jane de Chantal
As our national holiday of Thanksgiving approaches, we can reflect on thoughts of St. Jane de Chantal, our Foundress, regarding the spirit of gratitude. “Generally we ought to treat all sorts of persons with an extraordinary suavity and cordial respect, but...