Following are helpful resources on surviving in this time of COVID.
Saint Luke’s Institute is sponsoring a webinar “Elderhood: Confronting the Aging Myth.” The webinar is scheduled for October 15 at 1:00 p.m. (EST). Rev. Hugh Lagan, SMA, Psy.D., explores the secrets of healthy aging for clergy and religious men and women. There is a cost of $25 that allows access to a recording of the webinar and handouts. Click here for details and registration.
"6 Ways to Embrace Your Sense of Humor for a More Fulfilling Life" is an interesting article from Saint Luke’s Institute. You've heard the saying 'laughter is the best medicine'. Yet, with the pandemic still lingering and the newsfeed filled with negativity, we may feel like we can't be happy or allow ourselves to laugh. Keeping a sense of humor and allowing ourselves to laugh and have moments of happiness is actually healthy, even in times like these. Read the article.
A Prayer for Hope by Saint Luke’s Institute. We all know that this time of COVID is very difficult. It is hard to continue to be a people of hope and joy. Saint Luke’s Institute presents this prayer on hope. Read here.
This Coming Week
September 24-25: St. Mary’s University Committee Meeting, virtual
September 25: Driving to San Antonio to preside at Perpetual Vows Mass
September 28: Various meetings, San Antonio
From Fr. Tim Kenney
Dear Brothers,
A Beautiful Wooden Cremation Urn
Bro. Gary Marcinowski has created a beautiful cremation urn. We now have a couple here in Saint Louis. Thank you, Bro. Gary!
CMSM Justice Homily Resource
Click here for a reflection for this Sunday, September 27.
September 27: Remembering St. Vincent de Paul
We remember this man who did such wonderful ministry with the poor.
Upcoming Calendar
September 25: Formation Committee Meeting
October 1-4: Directors Meeting (virtual) and Perpetual Vow Profession, San Antonio
From Bro. Jesse O'Neill
Dear Brothers,
An Impact on Lives
Bro. Kevin Whelan (Marianist Community, Hollywood, Florida) received a letter from a student he taught many decades ago. It is a reminder that our Province is filled with brilliant Marianist educators who have touched the lives of many over the years. Our thanks to each of you for making a significant difference in the lives of so many. Click here to read the letter.
Birthdays
Please pray for our Brothers who are celebrating their birthdays
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