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Lighting the way out of darkness: Transforming lives through education, legal, and social services
Lighting the Way: Transforming Lives through Education, Legal, and Social Services
Dear Friends, Witnessing the human spirit being restored can take your breath away. For example, Chiripa, a child living in poverty in the Dominican Republic, was gravely ill as a baby and most did not think she had a chance to survive. But with the help of the medical clinic we began there, she has grown into a healthy, bubbly teenager. Duahajri, a young mother who came to the U.S. from the Dominican Republic, was unable to get a job because she did not speak English. But with the help of Providence Center, a community center we founded in Philadelphia, PA, Duahajri learned English.
“Actions Not Words.” —Cornelia Connelly For Cornelia Connelly, a person’s faith was as
much about action, as it was about prayer and reflection. Therefore, it’s no surprise then when she founded the Society of the Holy Child Jesus (SHCJ) in 1846, action was at its heart. Today, the actions of the Holy Child community empower tens of thousands of people to develop their Godgiven gifts and talents and reach their full potential.
Guiding individuals such as Chiripa and Duahajri as they work to transform their lives is a remarkable privilege. As hope grows in those we serve, their zeal for life is restored and our mission of “helping others to believe that God lives and acts in them and in our world” is put into action. Throughout this year, we will be celebrating these amazing stories of transformation, as well as the many people and partnerships that make it possible through our “Lighting the Way” theme.
Meeting Today’s Unmet Needs
Photo by Michael LESLIE
We are committed to ensuring that at least 40% of our operating budget is directed to various ministries that help light the way for so many in need. You may notice that this issue of Actions is a little smaller than previous issues. Producing Actions with fewer pages is one step we are taking to ensure we meet this goal. We are also committed to reducing our carbon footprint and fewer pages in Actions helps us to do that. You can still get all the information you want since we are doing much more online. In addition to connecting with you here in Actions, we look forward to seeing you online! With gratitude,
Actions is published by the American Province of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus. Please direct comments to: Office of Communications 1341 Montgomery Avenue Rosemont, PA 19010 610.626.1400, x320 phone actions@shcj.org e-mail
Mary Ann Buckley, SHCJ Province Leader
Editor Kim Cavallero Associate Editors Tese Currie, SHCJ (M. M. Aloysius)
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During the past 20 years, the Society of the Holy Child Jesus has initiated innovative ministries in response to the unmet needs of our time. Through these ministries, God’s most vulnerable are lifted up and empowered to become all that they are called to be. Unique models create dynamic and effective programs that light the way out of poverty for more than 5,000 individuals every year. For example, when Tyrik arrived at Hope Partnership for Education, a middle school the Sisters of the Holy Child founded in partnership with the Sisters of Mercy in Philadelphia, PA in 2002, his behavior was so disruptive that the staff and faculty considered asking him to leave the school, but they also saw a child with great potential and they refused to give up on him. Their determination led to months of work that made a difference. Today, Tyrik is one of the best behaved students at Hope and is on his way to a successful high school career. Despite losing his sight in a San Salvadorian earthquake, Luis, a 30-year-old father of two, established a successful business. His success made him a target for violent gangs and he was offered little protection from a corrupt police force that was involved in perpetrating the violence. But with the help of the Casa Cornelia Law Center, which was founded by the Society of the Holy Child Jesus in San Diego, CA in 1993, Luis and his daughters were granted asylum in the U.S.
Through the Casa Cornelia Law Center, founded by the Sisters of the Holy Child Jesus, Luis was granted asylum in the U.S. for himself and his daughters.
Transformation at Holy Child Ministries These are the stories of just two of the thousands of lives that are changed every year through the ministries of the Sisters of the Holy Child Jesus. “Of all the things we do, giving light to the human spirit is the most inspiring,” says Mary Ann Buckley, SHCJ, Leader of the Society’s American Province. Throughout 2012 and 2013, the SHCJ will highlight and celebrate the inspiring stories of those who have been empowered to change their lives with the help of the SHCJ’s newest ministries.
Partners in Mission What is just as inspiring is how many people partner with the SHCJ to make these ministries possible. From SHCJ Associates who travel to the SHCJ mission site in the Dominican Republic and undertake service projects to Holy Child alumnae and friends who generously donate in support of the SHCJ ministries to current Holy Child •1
HOLY CHILD MINISTRIES California Casa Cornelia Law Center (San Diego) Cornelia Connelly School of the Holy Child (Anaheim) Mayfield Junior School of the Holy Child Jesus (Pasadena) Mayfield Senior School of the Holy Child Jesus (Pasadena) South Central Los Angeles Ministry Project (Los Angeles)
Holy Child Awards Dinner Shines the Light on Those Who Light the Way as well as drug and alcohol prevention and treatment for Delaware County’s Department of Human Services.
District of Columbia Washington Middle School for Girls
Illinois St. Martin de Porres High School (Waukegan) Through the work of Hope Partnership for Education, which the Sisters of the Holy Child Jesus founded in partnership with the Sisters of Mercy, Tyrik’s entire life changed.
students who have volunteered and even run summer camps at our newest schools such as the Cornelia Connelly Center and the Washington Middle School for Girls, it is the SHCJ’s friends and supporters who make these ministries possible. Together, the Holy Child spirit of action is giving life to the Sisters’ mission of “helping others to believe that God lives and acts in them and in our world.” Just as Cornelia directed, our faith propels us to action.
Maryland Connelly School of the Holy Child (Potomac)
New Jersey Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child (Summit)
New York Cornelia Connelly Center (New York City) Cristo Rey New York High School (New York City) Holy Child Academy (Old Westbury) School of the Holy Child (Rye) UNANIMA International (NGO, United Nations)
Pennsylvania African Sisters Education Collaborative (Philadelphia) Holy Child Academy (Drexel Hill) Hope Partnership for Education (Philadelphia) Providence Center (Philadelphia) Rosemont College (Rosemont) Rosemont School of the Holy Child (Rosemont)
Chile For more than 150 years, the Sisters of the Holy Child Jesus have lit the way for thousands of people through innovative education, legal, and social services. During 2012 and 2013, the SHCJ are highlighting the inspiring stories and partnerships that make their newest ministries possible.
Throughout the year, we will share more inspiring stories through Actions, our blog, our Facebook page, our e-newsletter, and on our website. We invite you to share these stories with your friends, family, and loved ones. Help us spread the word about the Society of the Holy Child Jesus and our many partners in mission who are helping LIGHT THE WAY! To read more inspiring stories, visit our website at www.shcj.org/american.
Centro Cornelia Connelly (Santiago)
Dominican Republic Holy Child Elementary School, Fe y Alegría (Santo Domingo) Our Lady of Good Counsel Dispensary, Fe y Alegría (Santo Domingo)
Marianne Grace, 2013 Faith in Action Recipient
Chris McNabb, 2013 Holy Child Spirit Recipient
The Holy Child Awards Dinner brings together
the Holy Child community to celebrate and pay tribute to all those who help to perpetuate the mission of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus (SHCJ). The Fifth Annual Holy Child Awards Dinner will be held on Thursday, March 14, 2013 at the Radisson Hotel in Valley Forge, PA.
With a gentle spirit and a generous heart, Mrs. Grace willingly assumes leadership roles in organizations that strengthen the fabric of our communities. She is a member of the Pastoral Council at her parish, St. Andrew the Apostle, and has served on numerous boards including Holy Child Academy, Drexel Hill, Merion Mercy Academy for Girls, the Community YMCA Foundation, Mercy Catholic Medical Center, and the Upper Darby Arts and Education Foundation.
Mrs. Grace feels a spiritual hunger exists in our world today, making the time ripe for the Society’s mission. Having her children enrolled at Holy Child Academy deepened her own spirituality. “In talking with one of the Sisters about how I felt my son learned differently than other children, the Sister responded by saying, ‘Mrs. Grace, all children
Mrs. Marianne Grace, who served on the board of Holy Child Academy, Drexel Hill and whose two children graduated from the school, and Mr. Christopher McNabb, who graduated from the Rosemont School of the Holy Child in Rosemont, PA in 2001, will receive the 2013 Faith in Action and Holy Child Spirit Awards. Both epitomize this year’s theme of Lighting the Way.
Marianne Grace Mrs. Grace believes in the power of community. For more than two decades, she has served in key positions in Pennsylvania’s Delaware County, which has more than 550,000 residents. As Executive Director today, Mrs. Grace oversees the County’s administrative, operations, and social service departments. From educating the community on voter laws to developing a budget of more than $550 million, Mrs. Grace says that no two days are the same. Prior to her current role, Mrs. Grace spent more than a decade developing comprehensive programs for mental health,
Sarah Coraizaca ’14 (at microphone) and Chelsey Giraldo ’12, students at the Cornelia Connelly Center for Education, gave the invocation at the 2012 Holy Child Awards Dinner. Photo by Michael Leslie.
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(l to r) Terri MacKenzie, SHCJ (Mother Ellen Mary); Kathleen DiChiara; Mary Ann Buckley, SHCJ, American Province Leader; and Roey McSorley, SHCJ (Mother Mary Beata). Sister Terri and Sister Roey presented Kathleen with the Faith in Action Award at the 2012 Holy Child Awards Dinner. Photo by Michael Leslie.
More than 40 Sisters and Associates attended the SHCJ Associates Gathering in June.
Associates Gathering
By Cathi Duffy
From June 22-24, Associates of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus (SHCJ) and Holy Child Sisters came together at New Sharon in Rosemont, PA for the Holy Child Associates National Gathering. Entitled “Actions Not Words,” this weekend of prayer and reflection became an international event with Associates from England and Nigeria attending. The weekend energized Associates about their own spiritual journeys. Embracing the spirit and mission of the Holy Child is a powerful guide for deepening our relationship with our loving God! SHCJ Associates are inspired by the mission and spirituality of Cornelia Connelly, the Foundress of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, and deepen their spirituality through personal prayer, reflection, spiritual development, ministry, and community. For more information on the SHCJ Associates, contact Cathi Duffy, Director, at cduffy@shcj.org or 610.626.1400, x310.
(l to r) John D. Feerick; Jean Marie O’Meara, SHCJ; and American Province Leader Mary Ann Buckley, SHCJ. Sister Jean Marie presented John with the Holy Child Spirit Award at the 2012 Holy Child Awards Dinner. Photo by Michael Leslie.
learn differently.’ This has always stayed with me because it underscores how we need to treat each person as unique. That’s the essence of the Holy Child philosophy and what is needed in our world today,” she shares. Mrs. Grace and her husband, Ronald, who is a Project Manager, live in Drexel Hill. Her son, Ryan, a 1998 graduate of Holy Child Academy, is the Assistant District Attorney for Delaware County and her daughter, Kelly, a 2000 graduate of Holy Child Academy, is a student.
Christopher McNabb Mr. McNabb’s service-directed life began at a young age and he carried that spirit with him to the Rosemont School of the Holy Child. “When Sister Mary [Broderick, Head of the Rosemont School of the Holy Child] said ‘yes’ to a scared sixth-grader desperate to serve God’s people, but clueless in every other way, I never could have imagined the
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outcome,” says Mr. McNabb. After enrolling at the School, Mr. McNabb organized penny drives to help the homeless. He later traveled to poverty-stricken areas across the world, including the Philippines, Guatemala, and Mexico, where he studied human rights violations and immigration issues, while building houses and educating minors unjustly sentenced to adult prisons. Mr. McNabb’s commitment to social justice is at the foundation of his efforts. As a Franciscan Volunteer Minister for two years, his ministry included providing pastoral services to migrant horse groomers living and working at the Delaware Park Race Track & Casino, serving those living with HIV/AIDS, and working with incarcerated women. Mr. McNabb believes that encountering the poor and alienated transforms people. “You must turn that transformation into action,” he adds. Mr. McNabb served as the Director of Campus Ministry at Father Judge High School and today, at St. Augustine’s
Prep, where he is responsible for the pastoral care of 700 students, families, faculty, and staff. He has been greatly inspired by the Sisters of the Holy Child. “I love the Sisters— their witness to Gospel living is constantly inspiring me to be a better human. When I look at their dedication, I realize how far I have to go,” he says.
2013 Awards Dinner The 2013 Holy Child Awards Dinner will celebrate how Mrs. Grace, Mr. McNabb, and the entire Holy Child community are lighting the way for others. Now in its fifth year, the Awards Dinner is a highly anticipated event. Last year’s event was held in New York City, celebrated the 150th anniversary of the SHCJ in America, and attracted more than 200 people. We invite all to support the 2013 event. Tickets will be available online soon at www.shcj.org/american and
invitations will be mailed in January. Supporters may also purchase tickets to sponsor the attendance of Holy Child Sisters; advertise their business or place a congratulatory ad in the event program book; and/or select to be a sponsor. Please contact Sandy Lovascio at 610.626.1400, x301 to discuss ways to support this event. Proceeds from the Awards Dinner benefit the Society’s ministries that “light the way” for more than 5,000 individuals every year.
Giving Made Easy You can make secure donations online. Visit our website at www.shcj.org/american and click on “Donate Now” at the top of the page.
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Alums
Cornelian Society Members: United by a Legacy of Good Works
Holy Child Schools
Since 1862, the Holy Child Sisters have founded and/or taught at more than 50 parochial, diocesan, and independent schools in the U.S. While many of these schools continue to educate thousands of children every year, some have closed. All those who were taught by the Holy Child Sisters—regardless of the type of school or whether the school is opened or closed— are an integral and much-valued part of our Holy Child family. Here, we share alum reunions and news from those who were educated by the Holy Child Sisters.
Your commitment to the Society of the Holy Child Jesus (SHCJ) and its mission of action can be your legacy by naming the SHCJ as a beneficiary in your will, trust, or planned giving arrangement. Join the Cornelian Society today. The process is easy, the rewards are great. Contact Sandy Lovascio at slovascio@shcj.org or 610.626.1400, x301 or visit www.shcj.org/american. Mr. Theodore Robb is presented with the Cornelian Society pin by Carol Ann Knight, SHCJ (Sister Maria Sponsa) as he is inducted into the Cornelian Society during the Annual Appreciation Mass & Brunch. Mr. Robb accepted the pin on behalf of his mother, Miriam Ellinger.
Waukegan Holy Child Academy, Waukegan
St. Anastasia’s School
Class of 1965 | Mini Reunion
Class of 1961 | Mini Reunion
Waukegan, IL
Five members of our class got together in March in Sebring, FL for the afternoon. Everyone had a wonderful time and even the husbands tagged along for the day. –Cheryl Boller Scotti
Members of Waukegan’s Class of 1965: (l to r) Sue Chauvette Magel, Cheryl Boller Scotti, Marilyn Mosher Herbig, Susan Crenshaw Rose, and Charlene Mateja Kinlen.
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Waukegan, IL
In June, I got together for lunch with five members of St. Anastasia’s Class of 1961, whom I had taught when they were in sixth grade! While some have remained friends over the years, many of us had not seen each other in decades. We reminisced about our former St. Anastasia’s classmates and SHCJ teachers. All would be proud to see how these “Holy Child Girls” integrated childhood lessons of generosity and service into their lives. –Terri MacKenzie, SHCJ (Mother Ellen Mary)
Members of St. Anastasia’s Class of 1961: (l to r) Patti Frawley Miller, Liz Michalowski Barton, Terri MacKenzie, SHCJ (Mother Ellen Mary), Susan Chauvette Magel, Laurie Merkel Mercure, and Kathy Hopkins Hirsley.
Philadelphia St. Leonard’s Academy Philadelphia, PA
SLA Spring Luncheon | All Class Reunion
More than 70 alums of St. Leonard’s Academy (SLA) and several Holy Child Sisters gathered at the Springfield Country Club in Springfield, PA in March. Peg Doyle, SHCJ, a member of the Society’s American Province Leadership Team, spoke about Casa Cornelia Law Center, a ministry of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, located in San Diego, CA. Inspired by the work done to help victims of human and civil rights violations, the SLA Alumnae Association made a generous donation to further the cause of Casa Cornelia Law Center.
Members of SLA’s Class of 1962: (l to r) Miriam Hunt Passarella, Joanne Gray Burke, Jacqueline Drobell Lefkowitz, and Maryann Dougherty Gardner.
Class of 1979 | Mini Reunion
A few members of our class got together in June at Caffé Valentino Restaurant in Philadelphia, PA. – Donna Candelora-Matozzo
Members of SLA’s Class of 1979: (l to r) Jacki Miles DeSouza, Terri Gangemi Lentini, Sally Ferullo Bagley, Charlene Mezzaroba Bernard, Jackie Coyle DeRita, Nancy Hannon O’Toole, Lisa Belvedere, and Donna CandeloraMarozzo.
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Did You Have A Class Reunion? If so, let us know so that we can feature you in Actions! Send a photo from your reunion with a caption to Michael Paolucci, Development Coordinator, at mpaolucci@shcj.org or 1341 Montgomery Avenue, Rosemont, PA 19010.
Kudos
Society News
Mary Kerner, SHCJ earned a master’s degree in Holistic Spirituality with a concentration in health care from Chestnut Hill College. Margaret Odeh, SHCJ graduated cum laude from Rosemont College in May with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. Sister Margaret had previously been accepted into the Kistler Honor Society at Rosemont.
Gloria Okoh, SHCJ was received into the Kistler Honor Society and the Delta Epsilon Sigma at Rosemont College.
St. Mary’s Melrose, MA
Class of 1962 I 50th Reunion
In June, after 50 years apart, 18 members of our class spent an afternoon reconnecting at Maura Buckley’s home in Melrose, MA. Classmates traveled from Canada, Arizona, Michigan, Florida, Virginia, Maine, and New Hampshire to attend the reunion. Plans were made to stay connected through the Internet and to gather again in the not too distant future. –Maura Buckley
Holy Child Academy, Sharon Hill Sharon Hill, PA
Class of 1967 | 45th Reunion
We had our reunion at The Porch Restaurant in Springfield, PA on a pleasant March afternoon. Highlights of the day included a surprise guest, Mrs. Betty Shoemaker, our former gym teacher, and Barbara Polgar Massey, our former classmate, who came from London, England to attend the reunion. –Judith Ivers Hedtke
Kathleen O’Neill, SHCJ (Mother Mary Agatha)
May 4, 1927 - April 2, 2012
Members of St. Mary’s Class of 1962: (seated l to r) Pam Durney Johansen, Margie Geehan, Bev Keough Morrisroe, Elaine Mullen Kestle, (middle row l to r) Nancy Nolan Dluehosh, Emily McGowan Adler, Ann Jay Doherty, Pat Dorney Gravini, Sheila Robinson, Judy Gregorio Grove, Maura Buckley, Barbara Driscoll Mink, (back row l to r) Mary Lee McHale MacKay, Janet Cann Sibley, Eileen Dolaher Cook, Karen Healey Groves, Marie Murphy Jensen, and Beth Dignan Larkin.
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Marie Kathryn Naab, SHCJ (Mother Mary Thais)
April 19, 1919 - June 12, 2012
A graduate of St. Leonard’s Academy, Sister Kathleen taught in the U.S., as well as Ghana, West Africa. She also studied nursing and served in the Holy Child infirmaries. She was later assigned to Washington, DC where at Annunciation Parish she directed the religious education program and coordinated senior activities. She was honored with the Archdiocesan Merit Medal in 2002 for this work.
A graduate of West Philadelphia Catholic Girls High School, Sister Marie Kathryn was a trained artist and taught art at her alma mater for 10 years. Later assignments took her to California, Massachusetts, California, New Jersey, and New York.
Mary Roberta Dougherty, SHCJ (Mother Mary Roberta)
September 18, 1932 – July 9, 2012
September 6, 1913 April 13, 2012
Members of Sharon’s Class of 1967: (seated l to r) Elvira Celia Poiesz, Cathy Ciatteo Houpt, Sue Capie Carola, Polly McManus McGowen, Melissa Butler, Marie Ursino, SHCJ, Cecelia Volk, (standing l to r) Mimi Murphy Fleming, Kathy Baus Murphy, Anne Power Hayden, Betty Shoemaker, Chrissy McManus Puncochar, Judy Ivers Hedtke, Trish Monville, Susan Wolstenholme, Debbie Davenport Gibbone, Cecilia Laskowski Green, Ginny Anderson Moran, and Barbara Polgar Massey.
We Remember
Melrose Sharon Hill
Rejoice! Rejoice!
A graduate of West Philadelphia Catholic Girls High School, Sister Mary Roberta taught in schools throughout the U.S. She was also a librarian and served as Director of Religious Education in several parishes.
Mary Estelle Logue, SHCJ (Mother Mary Estelle)
A graduate of West Philadelphia Catholic Girls High School, Sister Mary Estelle’s teaching career spanned almost six decades, mostly in New York. A life-long learner, Sister Mary Estelle perfected her Spanish so as to be of more service to the Hispanic community.
Rejoice with the Sisters of the Holy Child as Nancy Bello makes her final vows in the Society of the Holy Child Jesus (SHCJ) on October 21 in Santiago, Chile! Nancy, a native of Chile, came to know the SHCJ through Elizabeth Mary Strub, SHCJ (Mother Elizabeth Mary), who taught a two-year theology course which Nancy attended. Speaking of her calling to become a Sister of the Holy Child, Nancy says, “In 2002, I began to feel that God was asking more of me—a more dedicated service. It was no longer enough to go to Mass and work in parish ministry. I was unsettled.” After making her final vows, Nancy will serve as the Society’s Vocations Coordinator for Latin America. She has also recently completed a fiveyear training program on group facilitation and counseling and hopes to begin a ministry in the Society’s name in Chile.
To read more about our Sisters who have gone to God, please visit our website at www.shcj.org/american. Click on “In Memoriam” under the “Pray with Us” menu.
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Upcoming Reunions Events
g Pennsylvania: Sharon Class of 1972’s 40th Reunion / October 20, 2012 Our reunion is being held from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Patricia McElwee Mahoney’s home. For more information, please contact Maria Lalli at marialalli@comcast.net.
Order Your Special Occasion Prayer Cards The Society’s prayer cards let someone know that the Sisters of the Holy Child are offering their prayers. One card offers prayers of comfort and peace on the loss of a loved one. Another expresses love and joy to someone celebrating a special occasion such as a birthday, anniversary, or religious holiday. The Sisters of the Holy Child receive all prayer card requests and find great joy in knowing that their prayers are a source of love, peace, and comfort. Those using the prayer cards have also included donations to the Society when they request their intentions. The Sisters of the Holy Child are most grateful for your generosity. Remembrance and general intention prayer cards can be requested on our website at www.shcj.org/american or by calling 610.626.1400.
g Pennsylvania: Appreciation Mass & Brunch / October 28, 2012 In appreciation of those who generously support the Society, a Mass & Brunch will be held at New Sharon. g Pennsylvania: St. Leonard’s Class of 1982’s 30th Reunion / November 24, 2012 Our reunion will be held at 1:30 p.m. at Caffé Valentino in Philadelphia, PA. The cost is $38 per person. For more information, please contact Maryfran Manno-Santucci at mmsantucci@yahoo.com or visit the St. Leonard’s Facebook page. g Pennsylvania: Fifth Annual Holy Child Awards Dinner / March 14, 2013 Mark your calendars now! After a great event in New York this year, we will be back in Pennsylvania next year for our Fifth Annual Holy Child Awards Dinner! Marianne Grace will receive the Faith in Action award and Chris McNabb will receive the Holy Child Spirit award. For more information, visit our website at www.shcj.org/american or contact Sandy Lovascio at 610.626.1400, x301 or slovascio@shcj.org. g Pennsylvania: St. Leonard’s All Class Luncheon / March 23, 2013 Our reunion will be held at the Springfield Country Club in Springfield, PA. For more information, contact Connie Hamilton at connie_hamilton@verizon.net.
Join us in prayer Check out our meditation blog! Each month, a three to five minute meditation is posted with reflection questions. Share your thoughts and reflections! Join the conversation by going to www.shcjblog.org and clicking on “Monthly Meditation.”