2023 Diamond Jubilarians – 60 Years
...Forkenbrock, the oldest of her four siblings, was born in New Hampton, Iowa, to Everest and Eleanor (Blethen) Forkenbrock. She attended St. Mary’s, New Hampton, and New Hampton High School....
The Common Good and the Global Commons
...the problems of today. Poverty and human need are not separate from caring for creation. As he states, “Today, however, we have to realize that a true ecological approach always...
Sisters and Associates Gather at Annual CARMA Conference
...yet.” Participants were reminded that ecclesia in the middle ages was the dream God was dreaming for the Church, which at the time was the world. “These new endeavors,” she...
Sister Pat Farrell’s Reflections Featured in New LCWR Book
...that might be useful for anyone attempting to work through confrontation in today’s fractured world. The authors not only explain how they led a large and complex organization through this...
Charism Team Educates Students about the World’s Water Crisis
“Ava, did you get good water?” yells a Bishop Garrigan student across the gym at Bishop Garrigan High in Algona, Iowa, at the World Water Day Retreat on March 22....
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DBQ Franciscans Celebrate 30+ Years of Associate Relationship
...the sisters, were able to branch out like the younger brother in today’s Gospel reading and try something new in accepting associates to journey with you,” she said. After Lisa’s...
Common Venture Volunteers Reflect on the Experience
...most people would rather ignore instead of start talking about even in small towns/communities. I’m a different person today than that of four days ago!” Also new this year was...
11 New Franciscan Associates Commissioned
The Dubuque Franciscans commissioned 11 new Franciscan Associates at a liturgy on Sunday, October 1. The 11 new Franciscan Associate are:: Betsy Bradley, Carol Harpenau, Glenn Sibbel, Helen Maddix, Joan...
