Following in Blandina’s Footsteps
Associates Maria Gutierrez, Pat Grubelnik, and Patti Traver are among those who continue the ministry of hospitality, charity, and presence at the John Zay House in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Read More
From Poverty to Possibility
As an advisory board member of Microfinancing Partners in Africa, S. Caroljean Willie has had the opportunity to travel to the country to see firsthand the power of microfinancing. Read More.
Drawn to Social Justice
Associate Dave Scharfenberger’s commitment to social justice began as a student at Xavier University in Cincinnati. Read More.
Upcoming Events
We will be having some events during Faith Week, part of No Death Penalty Ohio’s campaign to push legislation forward. Read more about it here: https://nodeathpenaltyoh.com/faithweek2023/.
Newsletters & Publications
CBSM Mission
June 2023
E-Vōc
September/October 2023
Charity in Motion
September 2023
Intercom
Intercom Vol. II, 2023
Fall Congregational Days Bring Together Community
Sisters and Associates gathered over the weekend (Sept. 27-29, 2023) for a fall congregational gathering, the first under the direction of the new Leadership Team. This year’s theme, “In Service of the Mission,” grounded the weekend and incorporated the 2023 Chapter prayer and directional statements as a guide. Information shared, updates given and input sought related to newer members, sponsorship and various projects in process. Time was also given for Sisters and Associates to relax and socialize together.
Painting on the Patio
Local artist John Metz returned to Mother Margaret Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 26 for a demonstration on the MMH patio. Metz uses a torch on his paintings to create his unique artwork, and worked with a few Sisters to create their own pieces of art.
Oktoberfest Fun
Sisters and employees celebrated their own Oktoberfest on Thursday, Sept. 21 in Mother Margaret Hall. In addition to pretzels and root beer floats, S. Monica Gundler and the Employee Activity Committee led participants in the chicken dance.
Prayer Service for International Day of Peace
The Peace and Nonviolence Justice Circle organized a prayer service for Sisters and Associates on Thursday, Sept. 21 in honor of International Day of Peace. Following a drum chant, members of the committee led participants through the service in prayer and song. Handmade origami doves were placed on a peace tree and guests were asked to write an intention for peace or a peace-related quote or word that is meaningful to them. The tree is currently placed outside of the Motherhouse chapel for intentions to be added until Oct. 2, the International Day of Nonviolence.