Father Tony Shonis, a retired priest in the Diocese of Owensboro, brought his insights on the infancy narratives to the Ursuline Sisters on Dec. 6, 2019.Father Shonis, the former chaplain for Mount Saint Joseph, will speak during the first three Fridays of Advent about passages from the Gospels of Matthew and Luke pertaining to the…
Ursuline Sister Cheryl Clemons was ready for a sabbatical when her teaching career ended at Brescia University in 2004. She had been elected assistant congregational leader for the Ursuline Sisters, so there was no time to take off.When she left office in 2010, she again hoped for a sabbatical. But Brescia President Father Larry Hostetter…
The Ursuline Sisters of MSJ have some quilts that they would like to offer as a pre-holiday sale WITH 10% OFF the original price. We would like to give our supporters an opportunity to purchase these amazing pieces of art or give them as a gift to their loved ones this Christmas! We have sizes…
The Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph are joining with other religious communities across Kentucky and southern Indiana to state their disappointment with the federal government’s decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement.In a letter signed by the Ursuline Sisters’ leadership and also the leadership of the Dominican Sisters of Peace, the Sisters of…
Father John Dear, a renowned peace activist, brought his presentation, “Jesus the Peacemaker: Following Jesus on the Path of Nonviolence” to the Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center. More than 30 people from three states attended the retreat the evening of Nov. 1 and from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on Nov. 2, 2019. Father John…
The Alumnae Memorial Mass paid tribute to the departed alumnae and faculty of Mount Saint Joseph Academy and Junior College on Nov. 3, 2019. Alumnae whose deaths were reported to the Partnerships office between Nov. 1, 2018 and Nov. 1, 2019 were remembered individually during Mass. It’s always a touching moment to bring former students back…
Words like “depth,” “compassion,” and “deep spirituality” are used by everyone who describes Sister Julia Head. She has made a difference in all the lives she has touched.
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…
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
Come and join us from 5- 6:30 p.m. in prayer for the holy season of waiting, Advent. If you register in advance, the cost is $20 which includes dinner and program. The cost is $25 at the door. Register for Advent Evening with the Bishop
Come, be still and know your God! Sign up for a “Quiet Time with God and Self” weekend from Jan. 3-5, 2020. Let the peaceful and holy surroundings of Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center rejuvenate your soul through prayer and quiet time with God. To begin the New Year, take this time for…
This monthly faith-based book study features “The Complete Stories” by Flannery O’Connor. Class time is 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The $20 fee includes lunch. Register for Focus on Faith
This workshop is a fun, creative way to access your inner spiritual “knowing” and help you discern through your selected images what your inner wisdom wants you to know for the coming year. The Retreat Director is Stacy Green, who is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant-Licensed (COTA/L) and has worked with children with Special Needs…
On Jan. 31-Feb. 2, long-time marriage educators Bridget and Jerry Brennan, back by popular demand, will bring their gifts in teaching everyday practical skills to equip couples to grow in love and joy with each other and God. The $325 fee per couple includes meals and accommodations. Early bird pricing is available at $275 if…
This monthly faith-based book study features “The Complete Stories” by Flannery O’Connor. Class time is 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The $20 fee includes lunch. Register for Focus on Faith
This monthly faith-based book study features “The Complete Stories” by Flannery O’Connor. Class time is 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The $20 fee includes lunch. Register for Focus on Faith
