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Dome Golf Classic 2020 Mega Cash Raffle Winners
Each year, we hold an exciting Mega Cash Raffle in conjunction with our Dome Golf Classic fundraiser. This year’s event took place on September 28 at Sultan’s Run Golf Club in Jasper, Indiana. We awarded 15 prizes of $1,000 each and a grand prize of $5,000! Our sisters minister to thousands, in education, parish work,…
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In Memoriam: Sister Lorraine DeVault
Sister Lorraine DeVault, 92, of Monastery Immaculate Conception in Ferdinand, Indiana, died at 11:05 a.m. on Friday, October 2, 2020, at the monastery. Sister Lorraine was born Rosalie DeVault on August 22, 1928, the fifth of five children of Everett and Helen Cecilia (Patterson) DeVault. She entered the Sisters of St. Benedict of Ferdinand in…
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In Memoriam: Sister Cathy Ann Robinson
Sister Cathy Ann Robinson 72, of Monastery Immaculate Conception in Ferdinand, Indiana, died on Wednesday, September 2, at the monastery in Ferdinand, Indiana. Sister Cathy Ann was born on December 28, 1947, in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was one of six children of John and Rosemary (Schwert) Robinson. She entered the Sisters of St. Benedict of…
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In Memoriam: Sister Mary Dominic Frederick
Sister Mary Dominic Frederick, 90, of Monastery Immaculate Conception in Ferdinand, Indiana, died on Tuesday, August 18, at the monastery in Ferdinand, Indiana. Sister Mary Dominic (Betty) was born on July 14, 1930, in Jeffersonville, IN. She was the oldest of three daughters of Dominic Aloysius and Eva (Kamer) Frederick. She entered the Sisters of…
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In Memoriam: Sister Marge Sasse
Sister Marge Sasse, 85, of Monastery Immaculate Conception in Ferdinand, Indiana, died on Saturday, August 8, at Memorial Hospital in Jasper, Indiana. Sister Marge (Margaret Maddalena), formerly known as Sister Mary Gualbert, was born on January 15, 1935, in Evansville, IN. She was the youngest of six children of Joseph and Verena (Fuchs) Sasse. She…
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Presentation for NRVC
Ethical Issues in Vocation and Formation Ministry Date: July 13-14 Duration: 2 Days Three well-known presenters with experience in elected leadership, formation, and vocation ministry, will present the Ethical Issues in Vocation and Formation Ministry workshop, July 13-14, in an online format. Sr. Virginia Herbers, A.S.C.J, is an Apostle of the Sacred Heart of Jesus…
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A Talk with Sister Theresita on Her 100th Birthday
In a room on top of a hill, a humble yet remarkable woman celebrates 100 years of life surrounded by her loving sisters. Sister Theresita Schenk, born June 27, 1920, in St. Philip, Indiana, is as thoughtful and considerate as the day she entered community; and she always gives praise to God in her favorite…
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Sisters of St. Benedict Join Call for End to Racism and Violence
Racism is the original and persistent sin of the United States. Unarmed black people are killed by police authorities and armed members of the public. Say their names: George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, Eric Garner, Michael Brown, Sandra Bland, Tony Robinson, Trayvon Martin. So many others. We know this. We see this. We grieve.…
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Everyone needs a plan with a free will
If you’re like most Americans, you haven’t created a will, or the one you have is outdated. Writing a will is one of the most important actions you can take to protect your estate and care for the people and causes you love. The Sisters of St. Benedict of Ferdinand, Indiana, has partnered with the…
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In Memoriam: Sister Jan Youart
Sister Jan Youart, 83, of Monastery Immaculate Conception in Ferdinand, Indiana, died on Saturday, February 22, at the monastery. Sister Jan, also known as Sister Mary Timothy, was born on February 2, 1937, in Shelbyville, IN. She was the oldest of three children of Hubert and Mildred Youart (Zinser). She entered the Sisters of St.…