The annual Diocesan Jubilee for Women Religious was held Oct. 19, 2019, celebrating sisters in all communities who serve or live within the Diocese of Owensboro. All the sisters honored this year were Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph.The celebration was held at St. Martin Catholic Church outside Owensboro and sponsored by the Steering Committee…
It took a “meet and greet” and tweets for a Women’s Studies in Religion research associate at Harvard Divinity School to discover the former Mount Saint Joseph Academy in Maple Mount, Ky.Monica Mercado, who is also an assistant professor at Colgate University in Hamilton, N.Y., is with the Women’s Studies in Religious Program at Harvard…
The Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph were recognized by Bishop William Medley during the biennial Rainbow Mass for their contributions to Catholic education.The Rainbow Mass on Sept. 25, 2019, at the Owensboro Sportscenter brought together students and educators from all 17 of the Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Owensboro. Each school wears a…
Jean Sites Oerther enjoyed telling her sons and grandchildren about how she attended a convent school during her first two years of high school.Since leaving Mount Saint Joseph Academy following her sophomore year in 1958, Oerther had never returned to Maple Mount, even though since 1979 she has lived in Louisville.“I’m not a ‘live in…
One of the nation’s leading activists for nonviolence is coming to the Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center in November to share his insights on peacemaking.On Nov. 1-2, 2019, Father John Dear, author and Nobel Peace Prize nominee, is leading “Jesus the Peacemaker: Following Jesus on the Path of Peace and Nonviolence.” Father Dear…
We still have some quilts left over from our Escape to the mount weekend and we would like to give our supporters an opportunity to still purchase these amazing pieces of art! To buy a quilt, you can call Maggie at (270) 229-2009 or email her at maggie.hatfield@maplemount.org to reserve which one you want then…
Sister Jacinta Powers is known for her sense of humor, her desire to keep learning and her skills as a nurse. But one thing that stands out the most about her is her love of ministering to the poor.
Join us Nov. 1-2 for a retreat on Jesus, peacemaking and Gospel nonviolence with Father John Dear, long time activist, author and Nobel Peace Prize nominee. Fr. John will reflect with us on the life of Jesus from the perspective of Gandhian/Kingian nonviolence; invite us to ponder our own nonviolence and how we can become…
Deacon Richard Murphy will present “Holiday Spiritual Fruits: Gratitude and Peace” Just in time for Thanksgiving and Christmas, come join Deacon Richard in some reflections on growing in the wonderful fruits of gratitude and peace. They make just the right gifts to give and receive in the holiday season. Relax after your day at work…
This group gathers to study the book, "Reasons to Believe: How to Understand, Explain and Defend the Catholic Faith" by Scott Hahn. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., including lunch. Cost is $25. Register for Focus on Faith
Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center continues to sponsor a group of individuals who enjoy yarn spinning, crocheting, knitting, weaving and rug hooking. All skill levels are welcome. You will enjoy the food and fellowship as you gather with others to work on your own projects. Mount Saint Joseph offers private rooms, home-cooked meals…
The title for this Twilight Retreat is "Awaiting and Welcoming Peace with Thomas Merton; Advent Contemplation in A Seed, a Poem and an Essay" The evening will be led by Father Brian Johnson. This Merton presentation will be timely and seasonal by focusing on the Advent themes of preparing and waiting for the Prince of…
This group gathers to study the book, "Reasons to Believe: How to Understand, Explain and Defend the Catholic Faith" by Scott Hahn. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., including lunch. Cost is $25. Register for Focus on Faith
The season of Advent is more than trimming a tree and buying presents. The presenter for this retreat will be Charlie Martin, a theologian, retreat presenter and pastoral counselor. The true nature of Christmas calls us to prayer and celebration at the Lord’s coming and our own salvation. This will be a day to reflect…
Come and join us from 5- 6:30 p.m. in prayer for the holy season of waiting, Advent. The cost is $20 which includes dinner and program. Register for Advent Evening with the Bishop
