Shucking Corn
For many of us sisters, sweet corn season is one of the best times of the year. Every summer, we gather to shuck the fresh-picked corn from the garden, catching up with one another as we work side by side.…
Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica
The Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica in Atchison, Kansas, were founded in 1863 for the purpose of opening a school for girls. Mount St. Scholastica Academy was opened that same year. Since that time, the Mount Sisters have been involved in education from elementary school through colleges and universities. They currently use their education skills in Sophia Spirituality Center and Keeler Women’s Center. As Benedictines, their primary mission is to seek God through community life, prayer, ministry, and care for all creation.
Sisters Suzanne and Gisélia Celebrate 25 Years
We gathered in joyful celebration to honor Sisters Suzanne and Gisélia as they marked 25 years of faithful monastic profession. We are deeply grateful for their dedication, compassion, and the many ways they enrich our community each day. Congratulations on…
Trinity Oblate Deanery Tradition
The Trinity Deanery shares a regular potluck meal before their meetings at the home of Steve Bruns, our dean. We’ve come to count on this as an important community building experience. Our deanery is coming to the end of our study…
Declaration of Commitment
As our nation approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) has invited congregations to reflect on the values that have guided their ministries throughout the history of our country. On June…
Sisters in Rome
Sisters Molly Brockwell, Suzanne Fitzmaurice, Marcia Ziska, and Helga Leija recently returned from Rome where they attended a two-week Benedictine pilgrimage. They had the opportunity to visit holy sites and experienced the rich history and beauty of the Church. They…
Employee Picnic 2026
We had such a wonderful time celebrating our employees at our annual employee picnic! Thank you all for your hard work, dedication, and the many ways you make a difference every day. Each of you is truly a blessing to…
Dooley Center Celebrates Highschool Graduates
Congratulations to four of our amazing employees at Dooley Center who graduated this year! We are so proud of all your hard work, dedication, and accomplishments. Thank you for everything you do each day. We can’t wait to see all…
Dooley Center Ice Cream Social
Dooley Center hosted such a fun ice cream social for the residents! Everyone had a wonderful time enjoying sweet treats and great company.
Hoop House Update
We’ve successfully covered the hoop house, thanks to the hard work and coordination of a number of helping hands. From volunteers guiding or “fluffing” the cover into place with brooms to the extensive installation of wiggle wire, every part of…
Cinco de Mayo
The Dooley Center hosted a fun Cinco de Mayo celebration yesterday, featuring treats like tres leches cake and fresh mango topped with chamoy and Tajín.