Sisters of St. Francis of the Holy Cross in Green Bay, WI

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Reflection for April 23, 2017

A whole ocean of graces

Sunday is Divine Mercy Sunday, a day in which we reflect on Jesus’ message: “Tell the whole world about My inconceivable mercy.” This message was among many He gave to St. Faustina Kowalski... Read More

Reflection for April 16, 2017

The journey from Ash Wednesday to Easter Sunday can seem long.  But life always wins the day as the Easter Mystery transforms our lives.  It shows us a compassionate God whose love and mercy triumph... Read More

Reflection for April 9, 2017

This weekend marks Palm Sunday. We begin the holiest week of the Church year with the Commemoration of the Lord Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem.  We will hear and perhaps participate in the Passion... Read More

Reflection for April 2, 2017

Today we concentrate on the Raising of Lazarus.  This is one of the key stories we share and include in our parish process called the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, which welcomes new... Read More

Reflection for March 26, 2017

The readings for this weekend are packed with Lenten food for thought. In the first reading the Lord directs Samuel to see with his heart; Samuel listens and identifies a young shepherd named David... Read More

Reflection for March 19, 2017

'I am He, the one speaking with you'

As you look at the painting here: "JESUS, Be Living Water for ......" "JESUS, As I have known you, so let yourself be known by ....." Read More

Reflection for March 12, 2017

“Lord, it is good that we are here.” This Gospel reading brings back memories of my first day in the convent. On the bulletin board were the words, “Lord, it is good for us to be here.” I thought it... Read More

Reflection for March 5, 2017

St. Paul tells us that, though Original Sin was bad news for us, through Jesus we are justified. What does Jesus ask of us during Lent in order to participate in His good news at Easter? Then, we... Read More

Reflection for Feb. 26, 2017

Keep your eyes on the prize

That God will "Never" forget us is powerful indeed, but it is sometimes difficult to reconcile that with "the innocent victims of hatred and violence" (Pope Francis' phrase) who are so numerous here... Read More

Reflection for Feb. 19, 2017

"Be holy, for I, the Lord, your God, am holy." These words from the Book of Leviticus will be proclaimed in the first reading this Sunday. We might ask ourselves, “Seriously, how can I be holy as God... Read More