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Reflections

We’ve gathered, and continue to gather, reflections from Loretto Community. members about experiences that have touched them over the years. Their lives have been changed by their experiences, and we hope you will find them inspiring too. Learn about the Faith and Spirituality of Loretto members.

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A Reflection: ‘In the Company of Seekers and Saints’

By Patricia Geier CoL / February 1, 2017 /
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In the wee hours of a sleepless morning, I couldn’t help but think of the opening lines from Dickens’ A Tale of Two Cities: “It was the best of times,…

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Fifth Intercommunity Collaborative Leadership Development Program Will Begin This Year

By Maureen O'Connell SL / February 1, 2017 /
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“Far and away, the CLDP program has been the best professional and personal development program I have ever engaged in. Not only has it allowed me to more fully understand…

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Balcony View: A Discernment Practice

By Susan Classen CoL / December 1, 2016 /
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The “balcony view” refers to a discernment practice that involves stepping back from the details to look at the broad view. Two personal memories highlight the importance of looking from…

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Marian Middle School Answers Question ‘What About the Girls?’

By Barbara Roche SL / October 1, 2016 /
Classroom of young girls using computers with a teacher smiling at the camera.

LCWR, MMS Come Together for Girls Aug. 27 the local St. Louis Area LCWR invited Marian Middle School President Mary Elizabeth Grimes to make a presentation at its annual workshop…

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Traveling Together in Loretto

By Pilar Gonzalez CoL / September 1, 2016 /
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My Loretto journey has given me nothing but a strong solid Community where I feel supported in my efforts to continue with my mission. I feel loved, no matter what…

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