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We are a community of #Benedictine women seeking God according to the Gospel and the Rule of Benedict. Prayer • Work • Community.

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God of all creation, we give gratitude for this beautiful day ahead. Amen!

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Lord, today we give loving thanks for the people who bring goodness and love into our lives.

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We recently held our 90+ birthday celebration at Saint Scholastica Convent. Congratulations to our sisters who have shared their faith, love and wisdom to so many for almost a century—and for Sister Jonathan Herda, more than a century! 🎉🎊

📷: Taken by Sister Marina Schlangen

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On May 8, #WorldOvarianCancerDay is observed. We hold in steadfast prayer all women who have battled this disease and for those who have stood or stand beside a loved one who is affected by ovarian cancer.

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This weekend, sisters joined @csbcampusmin for the annual Blessing of the Minds. During this tradition, sisters bless @CSBSJU students prior to finals week and graduation. Blessings to all of you!

📷: Taken by Ana Popoca Santana, a CSB student and CSB Campus Ministry worker.

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Lord God, we give loving thanks for all who serve others through teaching. Guide them to use their talents and compassion to inspire their students. As they so freely give of themselves each day, may we express our appreciation in all that they do. #NationalTeachersDay

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God of mercy, may our celebration of your Son's resurrection help us to experience its effect in our lives. We ask this through Jesus Christ your Son, who lives with you and the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever. AMEN.

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Yesterday afternoon, #oblates enjoyed an excellent Oblate Sunday presentation by oblate Margi Hollingshead titled “Growing in Wisdom: With Benedict as Our Guide.” Thank you, Margi, for this insightful presentation!

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Happy birthday to our sisters celebrating birthdays this week! 🎉

🎉 Sister Ann Marie Biermaier – May 6

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Lord God, we lift in prayer all the men and women who care for those in need through nursing. We especially thank you for the wonderful nursing staff who care for our sisters with so much love and grace. #NationalNursesDay #NationalNursesWeek

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Loving God, through the rebirth in baptism you give us your life and promise immortality. By your unceasing care, guide our steps toward the life of glory. We ask this through Christ our Lord. AMEN.

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God our creator, every year you give us joy on the festival of the apostles #Philip & #James. By the help of their prayers may we share in the suffering, death & resurrection of your only Son and come to the eternal vision of your glory. We ask this through Christ your Son. AMEN.

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On Sunday, May 19, organist Lola Wolf will perform a concert centering around the theme of Mary. She will be joined by the monastic schola, directed by Sister Janine Mettling. S. Janine will also be a soloistJoin us and enjoy an afternoon of beautiful music! 🎼

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May Prayer Intentions From the Pope: For the Formation of Religious and Seminarians

We pray that religious women & men, & seminarians, grow in their own vocations through their human, pastoral, spiritual & community formation, leading them to be credible witnesses to the Gospel.

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God, our Creator, you raised up #StAthanasius to be an outstanding defender of the truth of Christ's divinity. By his teaching and protection may we grow in your knowledge and love. Grant this through Christ, the Lord, who lives for ever and ever. AMEN.

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Jane Knott, a monastery friend, took this stunning photo of the Crucifixion Group statue in the center of the monastic cemetery. She calls it "Son/Sun"!

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Congratulations to @sistersreport on their 10th anniversary! Thank you for sharing the stories of women religious around the globe. 👇 https://t.co/fLLWTZUsgd

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Pray for #Kenya and the lives, families and communities that have been devastated by recent flash floods.

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O God, creator and ruler of the universe, in every age you call humanity to develop and use the gifts you have given for the good of others. With #StJoseph as our example and guide, help us to do the work you have asked and come to the rewards you have promised. AMEN.

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Please hold in prayer the law enforcement officers who were injured and killed in a shooting on Monday in #CharlotteNC. Pray also for their loved ones, for protection of all law enforcement officials who risk their lives each day, and for governmental policy and change.