Sinsinawa Dominicans: Using Their One Wild and Precious Life
I’m sure you’re familiar with Mary Oliver’s question, “Tell me, what is it that you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” from her poem, The Summer Day. Recently, I've had the privilege of visiting with our sisters in Jacksonville, Florida and Trinidad. I have been inspired by variety of choices my sisters have made in answering that question. In Jacksonville, five women live in community and support one another in the ministry for which each has passion. Maureen, in retirement, is a powerhouse of volunteer activity for peace and justice. At Divine Mercy House, Priscilla supports young women facing an unplanned pregnancy with little or no help available to them. Beverly uses her many skills and talents as part of the administrative staff at Holy Rosary Catholic School where she nurtures students in academic excellence, faith development and commitment to service. Elizabeth, hers...