Sisters of the Living Word

Life is cyclical. Hopefully, if I am living life well, my journey takes me to ever-deeper meaning and commitment. I thought this was true when our Sisters of the Living Word Community began in 1975. However, as I reflect back on the past 30 years, these words resonate with an even greater abundance of fullness and joy.

I have ministered in various settings, but some common threads weave throughout all of them. One marvelous thread has been that my continued education and each ministry prepared me for the next challenge. Whether working with inner city students or deaf children, at a crisis center for teen moms and their babies, in a college classroom teaching future teachers, or at a domestic violence shelter, I find that my passion is to work with the poor and disadvantaged.

It energizes me to help break the cycle of poverty and/or violence. No matter with whom I am ministering, education is my core approach. Rather than in the traditional classroom, I am much more drawn to the natural setting of a Chicago Westside street or working with people in their homes. I find a beauty in these people that enriches my soul. They teach me perseverance, acceptance, simplicity, undying hope, and a spirituality that embraces the belief that God is always present, even in suffering.

Our charism as Living Word is to bring new life as we reflect God’s Word. All during my life this has been my purpose and strength. The companionship of my sisters in community has been a great support for me. My wonderful family and friends have been my greatest “rooting section.” My life has been blessed.

Mission Experience

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