On this Mother’s Day, we honor and celebrate

all who nurture, guide, and love with a mother’s heart.

To every mother, grandmother, godmother, stepmother, foster mother, and all who nurture others with love, today we honor you. Whether bound by blood, by choice, or by care, your strength, compassion, and quiet sacrifices shape lives in profound ways, bringing hope, comfort, and dignity to others.

We also hold in our hearts those for whom this day carries grief, longing, or remembrance. Your love and experiences matter deeply.

The Sisters of Social Service

are grateful for all that you are and all that you give.

The world is gentler, kinder, and more hopeful because of you.

Send your special prayer intentions for someone you love HERE.

Our SSS Associate, Ana Cape (left), making the Gift Shop warm and welcoming with help from volunteers, Marcia Lewis and Bernie Kuromoto.

✨Step into a place where every item tells a story

and every corner holds joy! ✨

The Gift Shop at Holy Spirit Retreat Center offers a thoughtfully chosen collection of gifts, books, cards, and meaningful treasures for every occasion. Whether you’re searching for inspiration, celebrating a special milestone or simply looking to brighten someone’s day, you’ll discover unique and heartfelt items for yourself or someone you love. From gifts for moms, dads, and grads, to keepsakes for First Communion, Baptism, Confirmation, and weddings, there’s something special for everyone.

Come explore, discover, and be inspired.

We can’t wait to welcome you! 💛

For more information, and hours, contact Holy Spirit Retreat Center at 818.784.4515 or officemanager@hsrcenter.com.

Sister Annamaria Rebus, SSS

99 Years Young!

On May 4th, we celebrated a truly remarkable milestone, 99 years of life, faith, and unwavering devotion of our own Sister of Social Service, Sr. Annamaria Rebus!

Your journey as a religious sister has been a powerful testament to grace, compassion, and steadfast belief. Through nearly a century of service, you have touched countless lives with kindness, wisdom, and a heart rooted deeply in love.

Your days have been woven with prayer, sacrifice, and gentle strength, reflecting a life lived not for self, but for others. In a world that constantly changes, your faith has remained a steady light, guiding, comforting, and inspiring all who have been blessed to know you.

At 99, your legacy is not measured in years alone, but in the countless moments of hope you have given, the peace you have shared, and the example you continue to set. May your birthday be filled with the same warmth and love you have so freely offered throughout your life.

With deep admiration and gratitude, we honor you—not only for reaching this extraordinary age, but for the beautiful soul you have been every step of the way.